DOORS 6:30PM • SHOWTIME 7:30PM
The Vogel • Basie Center Campus • 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
Dan Bern is a captivating live performer with a loyal, multi-generational following. He has written thousands of songs, released dozens of albums, and played shows across North America and Europe–from coffee shops to Carnegie Hall.
Bern’s songs have appeared in numerous films and TV shows, including Judd Apatow’s “Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story,” “Get Him to the Greek“and “The Bubble.” He appeared as himself in the 2022 Hannukah film “Menorah in the Middle” on Hulu and wrote and performed 2 seasons of songs for Amazon Prime’s award-winning kids’ program, “The Stinky & Dirty Show.”
A true renaissance artist, Bern is the author of some dozen books of stories and poems and is a prolific painter. His online “Hunkered in the Bunker” shows have a passionate community of followers, while his topical sports songs are regularly featured on “The Tony Kornheiser Show.” He was recently inducted into the Iowa Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Jeffrey Gaines has been heralded for his soul-searching lyrics and his powerful live performances. With only his voice and a guitar for accompaniment, Gaines has earned a reputation as a captivating performer, entertaining his audiences worldwide.
Gaines has released eight albums internationally, which includes gems like the hit single “Hero In Me” from his debut album. The Boston Globe declared that “Gaines’ soulful, wounded vocals make a case for him being one of pop’s finest singers…” Rolling Stone went on to call him “the voice of a generation” noting his body of work and his larger-than-life voice.
Jeffrey has toured the world headlining theaters and clubs and was named Pollstar’s Best Live Solo Artist. With compelling live performances gaining high respect from peers, Gaines was asked to join tours as Special Guest with Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers in Europe, Tracy Chapman, and Stevie Nicks with Sheryl Crow. Gaines’ critical acclaim, international tours and avid fan base have established him as one of the most treasured songwriters, vocalists and inspirations in music today.
