Southside Johnny.com: News

January 31, 2012
Southside Johnny Dishes on The Boss
“I’d seen James Brown and Ray Charles,’’ Southside Johnny is telling me over the phone from somewhere on the New Jersey Shore. “But I walked into the place I used to hang out, the Upstage Club, and this long-haired guy was onstage telling a story about how the nuns taught him the blues by bringing in a B.B. King album one day...read more

January 1, 2012
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Greg King, January Fan of the Month! Greg received a long sleeve Asbury Jukes t-shirt via First Class International Mail, courtesy of the Southside Store. Send in your fan story and ask for a prize. You just might get it! Send you stories and photos to fom@southsidejohnny.com

December 25, 2011
Merry Christmas from the Southside Store
What you're hearing on the audio player is an interpretation of the Louis Armstrong classic, “What A Wonderful World” by Oria Aspen featuring Southside Johnny. You can purchase Oria's new album, "Yellow Paint" in the Southside Store as a physical CD or digital download. Other tracks include appearances by Jeff Kazee, John Conte, Chris Anderson, Neal Pawley and Glenn Alexander plus Jukes alumnus Shawn Pelton. There's also a brand new long sleeve t-shirt to keep you warm on those long winter nights. These will be available online and at select upcoming shows. Happy Holidays!

December 21, 2011
Sirius News
In keeping with the best of traditions, the Jukes' New Year's Eve show at the Count Basie Theatre in beautiful Red Bank, NJ will once again be broadcast world-wide on Sirius XM's E Street Radio channel 20 (and worldwideweb-wide for subscribers listening on Sirius's website). Tickets to see the show in person are still available from the Count Basie Theatre -- we'd love to have you come ring in the new year with the Jukes.

December 15, 2011
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to late entry Bill Hammer, December Fan of the Month! Bill received a pair of tickets to the Tarrytown show just for telling us his story, and because he asked for them... Send in your fan story and ask for a prize. You just might get it! Send you stories and photos to fom@southsidejohnny.com

December 13, 2011
Classic Artists Today
Southside Johnny has been chosen as the Featured Artist of the Month at Classic Artists Today. You can listen to their interview with Johnny thru December 18th on their radio affiliates. To view the schedule, click here.

December 12, 2011
Ask 8,000 times and ye shall receive...
There's a new Jive!

December 5, 2011
2011 Osnabruck
Every Fall, the birds fly South, South and the band fly East and our European Correspondent, Maggie Powell, is there to cover the scene. Here is Maggie's latest tour report, from the Jukes' October show in Osnabruck. Hier ist es!

November 17, 2011
Jukes On Canvas
Check out the promo video for WHYY's On Canvas featuring Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z76ZXgr0xto. To view the full episode, see: http://video.whyy.org/video/2166501896

October 25, 2011
Poor Fools dates announced
Shortly after returning from the UK, Southside Johnny will take his Poor Fools out for 6 dates in November. Please see the tour dates page for more info. Stay tuned for Fools related giveaways!

October 5, 2011
Southside Johnny and the Poor Fools
Jeremy's Heroes Black Tie and Sneaker Gala 2011 presents the debut of Southside Johnny and the Poor Fools, this Thursday night. The Fools will perform an abbreviated set for this event. “The Poor Fools tour is a chance for me to try out different material and some Jukes standards in an acoustic-ish form,” said Southside Johnny Lyon. “It will be a loose mix of songs, stories and banter between the musicians and--hopefully--the audience. Just lookin' to have a good time. It'll be a little side trip between the usual Asbury Jukes touring and our next recording." Stay tuned to this site for all the Fools' upcoming tour dates and more. For more info about Jeremy's Heroes, please see http://www.jeremysheroes.com. For Gala Event tickets and sponsorship info: click here

October 1, 2011
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Jen, October Fan of the Month!

September 23, 2011
Tonight's Show
DUE TO THE WEATHER, THIS SHOW HAS BEEN MOVED TO AN INDOOR LOCATION: 170 Riverside Avenue Westport, CT. See here for details: http://specialevents.levittpavilion.com/

September 14, 2011
Stanley Center Tickets Giveaway
Text UTICATIX to 66937 to win a pair of tickets to the Saturday, September 17th show at The Stanley Center for the Arts in Utica, NY. Winners will be chosen everyday at 5pm until Saturday.

September 1, 2011
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Rene Sollod, September Fan of the Month!

August 8, 2011
Pro Football Hall of Fame
It has been two hours-plus since Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes launched their TGIF party at the Pro Football Hall of Fame Ribs Burnoff, and they’re still tearing it up over there at the Stark County Fairgrounds. I can hear it through my open window as I’m typing this on deadline... read more

August 1, 2011
Fans of the Month
Congratulations to Rick Bolline and Jim Crisci, August Fans of the Month!

July 29, 2011
MenWithoutWallpaper
Text MENWITHOUTWALLPAPER to 66937 to receive a Men Without Women wallpaper for your phone. We will be choosing random participants from this list to receive exclusive MP3s, discount codes for the Southside Store, free tickets to upcoming shows and more!

July 8, 2011
Backstreets Again
Past and present collided at Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes' annual Fourth of July weekend appearance Saturday night at the Stone Pony, complete with moving tributes to several deceased fixtures of the Shore scene and a rare guest appearance by E Street's own Little Steven Van Zandt... read more

July 2, 2011
Backstreets
MEN WITHOUT WOMEN COMES ALIVE - From "Lyin' in a Bed of Fire" to "I've Been Waiting," Southside Johnny, the Jukes and guests tackle the Little Steven classic Saturday night... read more

July 1, 2011
Fans of the Month
Congratulations to The Toner Family, July Fans of the Month!

July 1, 2011
Montreal International Jazz Fest
Leading a stellar set of Asbury Jukes into the groove with handclaps, assisted by the Club Soda audience, the New Jersey R&B singer immediately got in front of the four-on-the-floor beat and opened with Trapped Again... read more

July 1, 2011
SiriusXM
The July 2nd, 2011 Stone Pony performance will be rebroadcast on SiriusXM E Street Radio Channel 20 on Sunday, July 3rd at Noon and on Monday, July 4th at 8pm!

June 27, 2011
Asbury Park, NJ
On Saturday, July 2nd, 2011 Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes will play the Steven Van Zandt and the Disciples of Soul 1982 debut album "Men Without Women" in sequence. The Jukes will be joined by very special guests including original Disciples of Soul member Stan Harrison and former Jukes Richie “LaBamba” Rosenberg and Mark “Loveman” Pender along with Seeger Session Band members Soozie Tyrell and Lisa Lowell. A commemorative t-shirt is available for pre-order in the Southside Store and will be on sale the night of the show. Stay tuned for details about the upcoming "Men Without Women" CD.

June 27, 2011
Jukes at Montreal Jazzfest
MONTREAL - When Southside Johnny got on the road to promote a trio of classic soulful rhythm ’n’ blues albums with the Asbury Jukes in the second half of the 1970s, he was riding in the shadow of his friend and fellow New Jersey son Bruce Springsteen’s mega-breakout. And he had only one goal. Read more.

June 20, 2011
Message from Johnny
Hey, gang. Thought I'd say something here for all to see. It's been a bad couple of weeks. Kevin, Steve Popovich and now unbelievably, Clarence. I'm still finding it hard to get out of bed in the morning. But think what all three would say. Don't let your mourning stop you from enjoying life. Kevin was always positive and up, and Steve, whom most of you didn't know, had such energy and love of music that he would wear you out. Clarence, well just look at the clips on youtube. Could anyone be more forceful and happy with his being a member of the E Street Band? I guess the lesson is to wring every drop of joy out of our brief time on earth and celebrate the gifts that these and other giving people left us, and try to do the same for others. These are the moments that make me glad I make music. It's helps me and I know it can help you, too. It's like Steve Van Zandt wrote: Better Days Are Coming.
Love,
Southside

June 6, 2011
RIP Kevin Kavanaugh
An original Juke. Great guy to hang with and full of stories. Love and condolences to his daughter and all the many, many friends he had. Can't say much... just... phoooey. Raise a glass.

June 1, 2011
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Lori Beck, June Fan of the Month! Lori will receive 2 tickets to an upcoming show!

May 26, 2011
5 Questions with Southside Johnny by Mike Pritchard
Sometimes it’s easy to forget that New Jersey has more than 130 miles of beach and coastline. And that can lead to some differences in culture along the Atlantic.
For John Lyon, better known as Southside Johnny, and his band the Asbury Jukes, there are parts of the northern New Jersey shore where they aren’t just one of the best party bands ever, they’re music gods...read more

May 10, 2011
Jersey Rocks
Southside Johnny will make a special appearance at the Morris Museum on Friday, May 20th, 2011 at 4pm. He will be walking the Jersey Rocks exhibit and signing autographs before the 8pm performance at the Community Theatre at Mayo Center for the Performing Arts 100 South Street Morristown, NJ 07960 (973) 539-8008 http://www.mayoarts.org. Tickets for the show are $75 and $47 and are still available online or from the Box Office by phone or in person. Full details concerning the exhibit Jersey Rocks: A History of Rock & Roll in the Garden State at the Morris Museum are available here.

May 7, 2011
WTF
There's a new Jive!

March 30, 2011
No River
Jeff Kazee's "No River" is now available on iTunes!

January 19, 2011
Pills and Ammo Makes #1 on Little Steven's Top 10
‘Pills and Ammo’ and the single “Cross That Line” were both included by several hosts of Little Steven’s nationally syndicated Underground Garage radio show on their annual Sirius XM “Year End Top 10 Lists”. Little Steven Van Zandt and legendary rock DJ Kid Leo both named ‘Pills and Ammo’ as their #1 album of 2010. Sirius XM hosts Ko Melina and Genya Raven placed ‘Pills and Ammo’ in their Top Ten for the year as well. “Cross That Line” also left its mark on the Underground Garage crew; Little Steven Van Zandt, Kid Leo, Genya Raven and Kim Fowley all placed the single in their Top Ten lists for the year. Additionally, fans voted “Cross That Line” #7 in the “2010 Coolest Song in the World” listener’s poll. “Harder Than It Looks” was also nominated and received votes in the poll. Throughout 2010 on the Underground Garage, Little Steven proclaimed ‘Pills and Ammo’ songs “Cross That Line”, “Harder Than It Looks” and “One More Night To Rock’” as Coolest Song In The World weekly winners.

December 21, 2010
Happy Holidays
Congrats to "Pills and Ammo" on being one of the Underground Garage's 2010 Christmas Picks! Thank you to those who voted for us for Coolest Song in the World. You should know that we voted for you as Coolest Fans in the World... P&A also finished 21st in Rolling Stone's 20 Best Albums of 2010! Good Work! Merry Whatever, and we'll see you next week for the Holiday Run.

December 4, 2010
Zippos available for holiday pre-order!
We are currently accepting pre-orders for the new SSJ Zippos. Initial quantities are limited and only the first run have a chance of arriving before Christmas. Get your order in now!

December 4, 2010
Two of the coolest songs in the world
Two songs from Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes's "Pills & Ammo" are up for "Coolest Songs In The World 2010"--"Cross That Line" & "Harder Than It Looks". Vote (Chicago Style-early and often) and feel free to pass the word!

December 1, 2010
2010 Amsterdam and Melle
Wow! Two great crowds this past weekend, and two pretty good shows; The House of Blues just called and there are still people waiting in front of the stage for another encore! The energy in the room Friday night was electrifying. Is it wrong to use that word after the last couple of black outs? and the Keswick was great sharing a bill with two Legends: Leon Russell and Jeff Kazee. An excellent way to begin the Happy Holy Days... painting Holiday Coconuts... thanks to all those who made this trip a blast!

November 25, 2010
2010 Amsterdam and Melle
Fresh from the kitchen, here's something else to be thankful for this Thanksgiving, the latest report from Maggie Powell, the Jukes' European Correspondent. Dig in!

November 22, 2010
Thanks!
Big thanks to all those who made it out to the Lynn Auditorium and BB Kings this past weekend! Special thanks to Mayor Kennedy and her staff and family, for breaking out the red carpet for the Jukes and allowing us to bring some chaos to City Hall. We didn't quite get the key to the city, but maybe next time... and thanks to all those in the room at BB Kings on Saturday who brought all that energy. A rockin' good time was had by all and made for a fun-filled evening. Two great shows and two great crowds. Cleveland and Keswick - here we come!

November 4, 2010
The Jukes Return
So the Jukes have barely unpacked from our Euro Adventures and we are back out on the way to the Seneca Niagara Falls Casino this Friday. Thanks to all of those believers who make the scene across the pond! To say every show was different would be an understatement! Please keep putting your own unique thoughts up in our Forum and please send us any cool pix you might have from the shows... especially if you used a flash bulb in Leicester...

October 27, 2010
Jukes Live at The Bottom Line
Now available in the Southside Store! Jukes Live at The Bottom Line on CD. Click to buy now. Digital version coming soon!

October 13, 2010
Euro Tour 2010
So our bags are packed and we are ready to go... to bring a little chaos across the Pond. Pills and Ammo the European Edition starts this Friday at the Paradiso in Amsterdam. Check the Tour Page for all our fabulous dates.

September 30, 2010
Jukes Before Giants
Attention all ticket holders for the Bears-Giants slugfest at the new Meadowlands Stadium Oct. 3rd, Southside and the Jukes will be in concert at the Stadium's West Plaza from 6-7:30pm. So come on over and whoop it up with the Jukes before you go in and whomp up on the Bears. This is a free concert for game ticket holders only. Thanks and Go Big Blue! Check out the Giant's website for more info.

September 27, 2010
The Emelin Theatre
A few tickets remain for the most exclusive show on the Jukes' schedule, at the 275-seat Emelin Theatre in Mamaroneck, NY. Call the theater at 914-698-0098 for information about a special ticket package, including premium seating & a pre-show happy hour which members of the band are expected to attend. http://www.emelin.org/

September 21, 2010
Big Jukes Weekend
The Jukes are back on the scene this week with two big shows... Friday night we'll be "Outside with Southside" at Overpeck Park in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey... then Saturday back in the Big City as we invade BB Kings... Come on out and bring your friends... Because we don't have any...

September 9, 2010
Thanks for a Great Summer
The Jukes want to thank everyone for making it a really enjoyable Summer. We've had some really great shows at some great venues in front of some great crowds. We've worked really hard on the Pills and Ammo project and the response has been great! The interviews, the acoustic performances, the Listening Party, the response to the new songs played live... it's all been great. We're looking forward to continuing this new chapter for the band as we enter the Fall for a full slate of shows including Europe. Thank you for your continued support over the years and for proving to us that a little chaos is good for the soul...

September 8, 2010
Happy As Can Be
Check out Neal's new video.

September 5, 2010
Southside on WNBC-TV
Watch the performance from August 29th here!

August 27, 2010
Weekend Today
Southside Johnny along with Jeff Kazee, Neal Pawley and Glenn Alexander will perform "Lead Me On" from the new Jukes album "Pills and Ammo" in-studio on WNBC-TV's (New York) "Weekend Today in New York" airing Sunday, August 29 at 7:45am.

August 12, 2010
Marc Tyley Interview
Southside talks with Marc Tyley at Bospop 2010. Stream the interview here.

August 2, 2010
Bospop 2010 Report
Maggie Powell, our European Correspondent reports from July's Bospop Festival in The Netherlands. Somewhere in between the World Cup festivities and the monsoon, we had a Jukes show! Click here for Maggie's first-hand account.

August 1, 2010
Sports Talk New York
Southside Johnny stops by to talk to Mark and Aj about his long musical career as well as his brand new CD Pills and Ammo. Listen.

August 1, 2010
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Sean and Dianne Guess, August Fans of the Month!

July 31, 2010
The Screen Door with Anthony Kuzminski
Pills and Ammo is an album full of simplistic strengths and highlights what a great rhythm, blues, soul and rock band truly is. When you hear some of these other acts attempt to forge new ground in the rock-blues template, you hear musicians attempting to capture lightning in a bottle and it comes off as a bunch of fans trying to imitate greatness. The mix, the aural aesthetic and the performances are all top-notch making it the best Southside Johnny record since 1991’s Better Days...read more

July 28, 2010
Review from the Aquarian
Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes’ summer visit to the Stone Pony has been a regular on concert calendars forever. This 4th of July weekend was no exception...read more

July 27, 2010
New Stuff from the Dude
11 Acorn Lane: Two dynamic musical forces rekindle their European roots into an Esquivelian alchemy of electronic and acoustic vignettes. Listen.

July 20, 2010
Sirius Listeners
Tune in tomorrow, Wednesday, July 21st as Johnny joins the Howard Stern Wrap Up Show at 11:50am on Sirius channel 100, then switch over to channel 10 at Noon for a live performance by Johnny as part of the Sirius/XM Celebrity Fantasy Football Draft. Click here for more info!

July 17, 2010
Be True Interview
Johnny sat down for an interview with Be True Internet Music Magazine while at Bospop. The English version is available here.

July 8, 2010
Our Beautiful Fans
Fan photos of the fans from the Stone Pony on July 2nd. Thanks to John Cavanaugh for his help with this bit of fun. Feel free to comment.

July 5, 2010
All things Pills and Ammo
Check out the new Pills and Ammo page! This will be your source for interviews, exclusive studio photos, expanded credits, lyrics and so much more. We'll be adding lots of new content in the weeks to come.

July 1, 2010
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Bernd Herrmann, July Fan of the Month!

June 26, 2010
Cross That Line
Here's another track from "Pills and Ammo"!

June 25, 2010
Record Release Party... For the Fans!
Tickets are still available for the Stone Pony show on Friday, July 2nd. If you missed the release party at BB King's this is your chance to experience the new songs live, get the new merchandise and possibly participate in some hijinks we have planned. Stay tuned for details...

June 23, 2010
Southside performs with Kazeedigs
THIS Wednesday, June 23rd "Exile On Canal St." Live From New York City: kazeedigs performs (in its entirety and in full sequence!) the Rolling Stones' landmark double album "Exile On Main St." with Jeff Kazee, Southside Johnny, Andy York (Mellencamp), Jeffrey Lee Campbell (Sting), Neal "The Dude" Pawley (Jukes), Art Hays (...Matchbox 20), Tom "The Goose"Seguso (Jukes), Tony Tino (Gavin DeGraw) and guest vocalist Patty Murray. This is an encore performance of the April Stone Pony Show--and with the timely and recent re-release of "Exile On Main St.", this show is a must see for all Stones and kazeedigs fans alike. This will be the last kazeedigs show until the Fall.

The Canal Room
285 West Broadway at Canal Street
New York City

Outside The Box opening at 8PM kazeedigs at 9PM. $20 Adv/Door. 212.941.8100. info@canalroom.com

June 11, 2010
Umbrella In My Drink
Here's another track from "Pills and Ammo". Get your copy of "Pills and Ammo" in the Southside Store.

June 11, 2010
Sirius News
Johnny will be on E Street Radio with Dave Marsh on Sirius Channel 10 today at 11:30am and at 2:30pm with Chris Russo on the Mad Dog Unleashed Show on Sirius Channel 123.

June 5, 2010
Another track from "Pills and Ammo"
We thought some of you may be waiting until the release party to purchase your copy of "Pills and Ammo" so here's another track to get you through today.

June 1, 2010
Live at Five
Johnny will be in studio at 5pm today with Ken Dashow for a "Live at Five" segment discussing "Pills and Ammo", promoting the BB Kings show, and giving away listening party invitations for the following night. Fans can also listen live by logging onto q1043.com.

June 1, 2010
The New Southside Store
All issues with the new store have been resolved and Pills and Ammo is now available as a digital download!

May 30, 2010
The New Southside Store
The new Southside Store is up and running! You can order your copy of 'Pills and Ammo' right now. Also check out the new poster and t-shirt with original art by Justin Helton of http://www.statusserigraph.com. This amazing design will be available in a 13" x 19" hand-printed poster in two color choices and as a t-shirt design in three color choices. The new store also features direct digital downloads and you will be able to purchase a high quality, drm free, digital version of "Pills and Ammo" on Tuesday, June 1st, 2010. Log on and set up your account now!

May 30, 2010
Southside with Rich Russo
"Anything, Anything" host Rich Russo speaks to Johnny about "Pills and Ammo". Russo will be playing tracks from the album interspersed with interview. Also, Russo will be giving away exclusive listening party invitations to listeners. Fans can listen live by logging onto 1019rxp.com. Sunday, May 30, WRXP-FM 101.9, 9pm.

May 29, 2010
A Few More Nights to Shop
See what's in store for you on Tuesday. Preview "One More Night to Rock" here!

May 25, 2010
Heartbreak City
You can preview another track from 'Pills and Ammo' here. Those of you that are paying attention are now able to stream 4 tracks from the new album (not available for sale until next week). Will there be a 5th?

May 24, 2010
Southside on NY1 TV
On Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 11:35pm, NY 1 TV (check local listings) reporter Kevin Garrity will sit down with Johnny and discuss "Pills and Ammo", Jukes through the years and touch on some baseball talk. Check local listings for more info or listen to live audio on the web at http://www.ny1.com.

May 19, 2010
Pills and Ammo Meet and Greet
Time's a gettin' short. June 5th is just around the corner; and with it the big unveiling of Pills and Ammo, the hot new Jukes album, which will be played live, in it's entirety, for the first time at BB Kings in Times Square. For ticket holders only there will be a meet-n-greet / signing session / Q&A from 5-6pm at Lucille's, in the BBK complex. And...new merch! So git your tickets now before they're all got, and join in the excitement. We'll see you there.

May 11, 2010
The Jukes at The Wellmont
The Jukes had a great night at the Wellmont Theater last Friday! Thanks to everyone at the Wellmont who made it happen and to everyone who came out for what has been described as a genially ramshackle show... Check out the review.

May 6, 2010
Unearthing a New Track from "pills and ammo"
"You Can't Bury Me" is now available on YouTube.

May 1, 2010
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Jonathan Thuresson, May Fan of the Month!

April 28, 2010
Harder Than It Looks
The first track from 'pills and ammo' has been posted to YouTube for your enjoyment.

April 26, 2010
For Immediate Release
Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes are pleased and thrilled to announce the release of their new CD, "pills and ammo" that will be played in its entirety at B.B. Kings Blues Club & Grill in New York City, June 5, 2010... the perfect venue for such an event.

While still tinged with the exuberant rhythm and blues feel that is the Jukes' trademark, and loaded with the driving sound of the legendary Jukes horn section, this new CD has a sharper, guitar-oriented, rock and roll feel to it. A harder edge for harder times.

Southside has written all the songs on "pills & ammo" in collaboration with Jukes keyboard player, Jeff Kazee, and together they explore a more personal approach than some previous records. At times angry, at times reflective, this album is a true reflection of the singer's state of mind. Titles like "Lead Me On," "Heartbreak City" and "You Can't Bury Me" contain some of the more acidic lyrics, while "Thank You" and "Place Where I Can't Be Found" show an inner-directed emotional touch.

But, as always, the sheer joy of making music is obvious throughout "pills and ammo." Tunes like "Umbrella in My Drink" with guest vocals by Gary Bonds; "Keep on Movin'" a homage to Jerry Lee Lewis and the early rockabilly sound; and "One More Night to Rock" all place the band in their classic, jubilant "let's play all night" mood. And the band has never sounded better. Aided by old accomplice Shawn Pelton and new conspirator Andy York, the Jukes rip through these 12 numbers with total abandon and fierce energy, as is their wont. They are cranked up to stomp and romp at BB King's. Come and celebrate with Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes... and let the Devil take the hindmost!

April 20, 2010
A New Juke
Welcome to Tom Seguso, the Jukes' new drummer. A full-fledged interview is on the way (no half-fledged interviews here!), but in the meantime, check out Tom on MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/tomseguso

March 24, 2010
Answer of the Week Contest Continues
Please see the Question of the Week Archive for an update. We still need prize suggestions!!

February 13, 2010
Kazeedigs at The Stone Pony
Join Jeff Kazee, Southside, G.E. Smith, Neal Pawley and more at The Stone Pony on February 13th. Kazeedigs will be playing their favorite Soul, R&B and Blues tunes for you. Check out the Kazeedigs Myspace page or The Stone Pony website for more info!

February 1, 2010
Winter Sale - Cold Weather... Hot Deal...
For a limited time! Purchase a copy of Grapefruit Moon on CD and receive a Grapefruit Moon T-shirt FREE! Available in sizes small thru XXL. OR... Purchase the Jukebox Box Set and receive two New Year's Eve T-Shirts of your choice FREE! Designs from 2005 thru 2009 are available. This offer is only good while supplies last and some sizes may not be available. Simply enter your choice in the comments box when placing your order in the Southside Store!

January 1, 2010
Fans of the Month
Congratulations to Mark & Rick Schaub, January Fans of the Month!

December 30, 2009
Southside Goes Social
Check out the new Southside Facebook page and become a fan. Follow Southside on Twitter and watch for show updates, news announcements and special messages!

December 11, 2009
Maggie Powell - European Correspondent
Southside Johnny.com is happy to introduce our European correspondent, Maggie Powell. Click here for Maggie's first report from the Jukes' most recent show in Melle, Germany, and watch for more from Maggie as future events in Euro-Juke land warrant.

December 7, 2009
Someone check the temperature in hell...
There's a new Jive!

December 1, 2009
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Bill DaPonte, December Fan of the Month!

October 1, 2009
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Lucia Tefel, October Fan of the Month!

September 1, 2009
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Ray Waldron, September Fan of the Month!

August 29, 2009
Jukebox #6
What's waiting for you in Jukebox #6 from June 1989? News of a band of "Eksjookes" led by Rusty Cloud, a picture of Bobby in a funny hat, and the beginnings of Mike Saunders's Jukes Family Tree -- so much tiny writing! Enjoy!

August 1, 2009
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Jim Goeke, August Fan of the Month!

July 30, 2009
Jukebox #5 Is Here!
Welcome to Jukebox #5 from the Winter of 1989. It's packed with reviews of the "Slow Dance" album and thumbnail portraits of the band at that time (and with 5 new Jukes at once, we needed a scorecard). Linda even got an interview with Southside himself, wherein he discusses his love of polka music and his membership in M.A.D.D. Read on!

June 28, 2009
Jukebox #4 Is Here!
Flashback to August 1988 with Issue #4 of Jukebox, or is it Dzugbox? Check out the news about Bobby Bandiera's new single, "C'mon Caroline," read a really nice interview with the late George Ruiz, and get all of Hood's corrections to the US Jukes discography published in issue #3.

June 26, 2009
The Fever on DVD
Two spectacular shows from the archives on one DVD! Recorded at Alabama Hall, Munich, Germany on February 25th, 1985 (58:19) and The Stone Pony, Asbury Park, NJ on September 26th, 1991 (58:37). DVD extras include an interview with Southside plus history and discography. Get your copy from the Southside Store!

June 1, 2009
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Bonnie Grossman, June Fan of the Month!

May 24, 2009
Holy $&%^!
A new Jive!

May 24, 2009
Jukebox #3 Is Here!
Let's continue our stroll down Memory Lane with the Spring 1988 issue of Jukebox. Read all about the first time Bruce "borrowed" the horn section and see if you can finish the Jukes crossword puzzle. Also of note is the new bass player in Bobby Bandiera's band "Bobby Berger" [sic], and a first-hand report of Southside and Miami Steve's early shows at the Upstage.

May 5, 2009
HoS30 on CD!
The "Hearts of Stone" set from last summer's show at the Stone Pony is now available at the Jukes store and at the hardest working merch table in the business. Visit the Store section of this site or see the Kingpin in person for your copy of this 30th anniversary event, including bonus material not heard on the Sirius broadcast.

May 1, 2009
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Sally Janze, May Fan of the Month!

April 22, 2009
Jukebox #2, a 40-page Summer of '87 Double Issue, is here!
How did this ever fit in anyone's mailbox? For the second stop on our way-back machine, please click here for issue #2 of Jukebox, graciously provided by author Linda T. You'll get the scoop on Bobby's plans for his first solo album, and a run-down of Jersey Shore bands whose music is now available on CD! Jukebox Issue #2 also proves that "Trash It Up" was indeed played in its entirety at least once, and that Bon Jovi really did start out as a hair metal band.

April 21, 2009
Buyers Beware
Please remember that the only official, authorized Jukes merchandise is the fine quality swag on sale through this website or at shows. Don't settle for the dodgy stuff you may find on eBay, Craigslist or other sites - demand the real deal!

April 15, 2009
Moon Over Red Bank
Richie "La Bamba" Rosenberg brings his Big Band to the Two River Theater in Red Bank, New Jersey for one Grapefruit Moon-lit night on Friday, April 24th. Please see www.trtc.org for tickets and other details.

April 6, 2009
New Items in the Store
Check out the new long sleeve Asbury Jukes tees and a brand new design. (Pictured at right). Click here to invest in your wardrobe now! Coming soon... Hearts of Stone Live CD!!

April 1, 2009
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Dylan Weijsenborn, April Fan of the Month!

March 20, 2009
Jukebox?
Way before there was "Jukebox" the box set, there was Jukebox, the newsletter! In the late 1980s, before the Internet connected Jukes fans around the world, our own Linda T. wrote, edited and distributed Jukebox to share information and reviews about the Jukes, their various side projects, and the Jersey Shore music scene. Created as a labor of love by a dedicated super-fan, Linda recently unearthed the original issues and would like to share them with everyone in Jukes Nation. So sit back, grab your favorite libation and click here for a fun trip on the way-back machine!

March 9, 2009
Ruff Stuff 3
For a limited time, and in limited quantities... Get your copy of this exclusive release from the Southside Store. For song list and info, click here.

February 27, 2009
Hood's European/UK Tour Recap
Thinking back on past tours, we sometimes ponder, "Did they really play Hernando's Hideaway? Twice? Was there ever a show when Fever wasn't played?" Luckily, Hood's knowledge management team has been hard at work crunching the numbers from the Jukes' 2008 UK and European Tour, and we've come up with the attached PDF showing how often each song was played.

February 15, 2009
Tampa Calling
At straight-up 3 p.m., the appointed hour, a man on the other end of the line announces himself: “Heyyyyy, it’s Southside!” And so begins a spirited 40-minute conversation with one of rock ‘n’ roll’s most undervalued artists, Southside Johnny Lyon... Click here to read the rest of the interview.

January 17, 2009
You Know... Contest Winners
Thanks to everyone who entered our "You Know You're a Jukes Fan When" contest. After reviewing all of the entries, Southside has narrowed down the winners to five finalists and our Grand Prize winner, Joe Lovotti, who says: "You know you're a Jukes fan when in 1978, at the age of 17, you have to suspend your turntable with ropes from the ceiling just to keep the needle in the groove while you crank 'Without Love's' horn solo to 10." I think we've all been there. To see all of the winners, please click here. All of our winners will receive an autographed copy of the winners list, a t-shirt from the Jukes Apparel Collection, and a copy of Ruff Stuff 3. Our grand prize winner Joe will also receive an autographed Jukes drum head.

January 1, 2009
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Anelli Thuresson, January Fan of the Month!

December 24, 2008
Christmas Eve Message From Johnny
"Friends, fans, and enemies, lend me your Master Card...I mean, ears. I am sorry for no Jive in such a long time, but I just haven't been able to do it. I have tried many times, but inspiration is lacking and it was a tough year for many of my good friends, so I've been worried and a little down. But I am feeling much more juvinated lately, so Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah to all!
In lieu of a Jive, I have gotten a special CD, Ruff Stuff III, for the New Year's attendees. And, yes you no-shows will get a chance at it. Hold yer water. Eat, drink and be merry. That's an order."

December 16, 2008
New Year's Eve Tickets Selling Fast
The New Year's Eve show at the Count Basie Theatre is selling out fast. We at Jukes Headquarters know that this is a common claim when trying to sell tickets to any major event, which is why we're also letting you know that this particular show will be your only opportunity to get a free copy of the third installment of the Ruff Stuff CD giveaways. Get your tickets from Count Basie Theatre.org now or fight some weirdo on Ebay for this limited edition CD later...

December 12, 2008
You Know... Contest Closing
The "You Know You're a Jukes Fan" Contest will stop taking entries at noon on December 19th. The top 5 entries will be posted here and prizes will be awarded! Get your entries in now. CONTEST CLOSED.

December 1, 2008
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Dave Percival, December Fan of the Month!

November 28, 2008
Black Friday in the Southside Store
Why not avoid the rush this holiday season? Instead of camping out at the mall, stay home and take advantage of the Jukes Holiday Sale. Great bargains on tons of Southside merchandise for a limited time only! Quantities are limited on many items, so click fast...

November 17, 2008
You Know You're a Jukes Fan When...
Our latest contest. Simply fill in the blank:

You know you're a Jukes Fan When ____________.

Examples:
You can name more Jukes drummers than U.S. presidents.

You go into the drugstore for 'protection' and come out with earplugs.

You know Druids.

You haven't seen the seven wonders of the world, but you've seen Bilston, Melle, Frome, Holmfirth, Cleveland, Hampton Beach, and Asbury Park.

CONTEST CLOSED.

There will be a prize. We promise...

November 1, 2008
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Peter Owen, November Fan of the Month!

October 8, 2008
Norway Tour Report
If you're starting to feel the first twinges of withdrawal while the Jukes are on tour abroad, check out Miss October's report of her trip to see the band on its mini-Norwegian tour in May 2008. It's no substitute for a Jukes show in [insert your town here], but it could help hold you over until the Big Band show on October 24th.

October 1, 2008
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Frank Muylle, October Fan of the Month!

September 30, 2008
Southside Johnny Live at Paradiso Amsterdam
Tune into a live video webcast of the Southside Johnny concert at the Paradiso - Main Hall on October 10th, 2008. Click here for all the info.

September 16, 2008
Southside Johnny with LaBamba's Big Band
Don't miss Southside performing with LaBamba's Big Band, this Thursday, September 18th on Late Night with Conan O'Brien. Click here for scheduling info. Jukelink members stay tuned for an exclusive pre-sale.

September 3, 2008
Southside Johnny at Wingstock
105.7 The Hawk's Wingstock is back on Saturday, September 13 at FirstEnergy Park, home of the Lakewood BlueClaws starring Peter Frampton along with Southside Johnny and Mini Kiss! Gates open at 4PM (come early for the Freeloaders Tailgate Party at 2PM) and the free King Of The Wing tasting starts at 4:30PM til we run out. Tickets are available from the Blue Claws Online or Call the BlueClaws box office at (732)901-7000 option 2 You can also visit the FirstEnergy Park box office or get tickets thru Ticketmaster

September 3, 2008
Southside Johnny with the Keith Reid Project
From Keith Reid (co-founder of Procol Harum):
I'm a Southside fan from way back. So when I was getting this record together and my songwriting partner Matt Noble said John was coming by the studio, I said we've got to play him "A COMMON THREAD". A song which we'd just written. Well, John not only liked the song, he offered to sing it for us! He also sat down and wrote another song with us for the record,"NINETY-NINE DEGREES IN THE SHADE", which we're very pleased with. So now
I've gone from being a fan to having him sing two songs on my record! How
cool is that? The album is THE KEITH REID PROJECT. I just wanted to express my appreciation and share these amazing tracks with the Southside fans.
Note to the fans:
We are attempting to obtain this release for purchase directly from the Southside Store. Stay tuned for updates.

September 2, 2008
Grapefruit Moon Released Today!
Released today, Grapefruit Moon is already receiving glowing reviews. Check out the writeup on Allmusic.com, a mention on USAToday.com, or pick up the current issue of The Aquarian.

August 12, 2008
Pre-order Grapefruit Moon from Newbury Comics!
Pre-Order the upcoming release, Grapefruit Moon: Songs of Tom Waits by Southside Johnny and get a limited autographed CD Booklet with purchase! Exclusively from Newbury Comics!

August 11, 2008
Set your DVRs!!
We are excited to announce that Johnny and Labamba's Big Band will be guests on the Late Night with Conan O'Brien show, Thursday September 18th. They will be playing a selection from the much acclaimed new record GRAPEFRUIT MOON: THE SONGS OF TOM WAITS. Don't miss it!

August 1, 2008
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Eva Graham, August Fan of the Month!

August 1, 2008
"Grapefruit Moon" Available now!
Orders placed in the Southside Johnny store will ship immediately!

July 23, 2008
"Grapefruit Moon" To Be Released September 2nd. Available Momentarily...
The long awaited "Grapefruit Moon" has been scheduled for an official release date of September 2nd, 2008. Southside fans will be able to order this album from the Southside store very soon. Stay tuned to this page for more info.

July 9, 2008
A New Contest Direct from Johnny
Well, I said I'd have brain ticklers for ya, and finally I am getting around to posting one. A few months ago, I was reading "This Day in History" in the London Times, and ran across these three people who were born on the same day....different years, of course... and wondered what connection might be made, or what story might be concocted that would include all three. Points for originality, humour, insight, but not penmanship. Have a go, and good luck. There will be prizes.

Sigmund Freud.....1856
Robert Peary........1856
Orson Welles.......1915

Extra points for throwing in Rudolph Valentino.....1895, but not mandatory.
Please send entries to thisdayinhistory@southsidejohnny.com
Contest ends Friday, July 25th, 2008 at noon.

July 2, 2008
John Cavanaugh's Rocktography
Concert photographer John Cavanaugh announces Rocktgraphy, a new photo exhibition featuring a sampling of Cavanaugh’s concert photography from the past 15 years. The exhibition will run from July 3rd through the end of September 2008 at Asbury Galleria, 1000 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, New Jersey. The Gallery will be open from 10:00am until Closing Everyday. To celebrate the Grand Opening of the Rocktography Exhibition, SOUTHSIDE JOHNNY will make a special appearance on Thursday July 3rd at 3pm. For more information see http://www.rocktography.info

July 1, 2008
The Official Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes MySpace Page
Can't get enough Jukes? Check out the new Southside Myspace Page and stay tuned for lots of updates, exclusive songs, gang signs, etc.

July 1, 2008
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Lin, July Fan of the Month!

June 5, 2008
Hearts of Stone 30th Anniversary
To celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the release of "Hearts of Stone" the band will perform the entire album, in order, as a seperate set at this year's July 3rd performance at The Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ.

June 1, 2008
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Karin Vlaar, June Fan of the Month!

May 26, 2008
Trombonists Tell No Tales
Check out the newly posted interview with the elusive Neal Pawley.

May 4, 2008
I Don't Want To Go Home
Track 1 on the audio player is "I Don't Want to Go Home", live from Morristown, as performed by the Jukes with special guests, the Randolph High String Orchestra. This very special version of the Jukes classic was a highlight of the February 16, 2008 benefit for Daytop NJ at the Mayo Center for the Performing Arts in Morristown, New Jersey.

April 18, 2008
Danny Federici
So we lose another friend... I have known Danny since he started playing at the Stone Pony back in the late 60s. He was always a crusty guy with a sarcastic sense of humor, so, of course, we got along just fine. I can recall many nights jamming on blues and rock & roll classics, then he and I,Garry, and whomever else was on stage would shift into some jazz standard or improvise on a chord progression. He was a much more advanced musician than most of us at the time, and he raised the bar for all of us. It was embarrassing to hear how good he already was and to listen to your own pitiful efforts. And, yes, for all you REAL early fans out there, Danny was the one who pushed the speaker cabinets over onto the chief of police who was behind the stage trying to cut the power on a Steel Mill concert. There were arrest warrants, so he always denied it, but I was back there and saw him get up and do it. No one was hurt, but it helped keep the show going. Good on ya, Danny. Rest easy.

April 1, 2008
Breaking News
In a somewhat shocking developement, Southside Johnny is leaving the band to join a religious order, but we will try to finish out the years' shows with a revolving group of lead singers who have volunteered their services, including, (depending on availability):
Bruce
Jon Bon Jovi
Steve Van Zandt
Meatloaf
Delbert McClinton
Brittney Spears
Whomever wins the next "Idol"
Whomever shows up
All of us here in Jukesville wish Southside....um, Brother John, the best, and we hope he finds the spiritual peace he's looking for. Stay tuned for further developements
-Bill Durborow

April 1, 2008
Question of the...WHAT?!?
In an effort to fill the gap left by the Breaking News posted above, we will be expanding the scope of the Question of the Week. Effective immediately, you can submit questions for anyone associated with the band about anything. Anything? Yes ANYTHING!
Ask Joey Stann the meaning of life. Ask Jeff Kazee about his pets. Ask Bill Durburow about the weather. (Just don't send questions for Johnny until his vow of silence is over.) We will attempt to obtain answers to any and all of your questions.

April 1, 2008
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Kevin, April Fan of the Month!

March 28, 2008
"Is it further to New York, or by bicycle?" Contest
Announcing the winners of the Jive contest:

*****The Winner!*****
Richard Young

Stephanie's answer: "Yes"

If Richard will provide us with a legitimate street address and send $1,265.89 for postage and handling, we will ship his genuwine imitation cardboard set list forthwith and right away. The two runners up will receive something...I just haven't figured out what other crap I'm trying to get rid of yet.

***1st Runner Up***
Miss Pif

Koan: Is it further to New York or by bicycle?

Response:

If the journey is desired, the path will be found.

Respectfully and with Peace,
Miss Pif

*2nd runner up*
Tasha

Sunday noon in Ocean Grove
It's time to raise a glass
Too bad my bottle's empty
And my car is out of gas

No probs, no worries, all is well
My friends won't let me down
'cept my girlfriend's back in Belgium
And Jon took Bobby out of town

I'm working through my buddy list
This should be a piece of cake
But La Bamba's playing with his kids
And the Pin is on smoke break

Alas, alack and fiddle dee dee
I'm really in a bind
No wait! I know! I'll call Kazee
He'll buy and he won't mind

I dial his place but he's not in
I reach him on his cell
He says "come back to my new digs
And I swear I'll treat you well"

The train ride to New York's a bitch
I'll ask some more folks first
There must be someone closer
To help me quench my thirst

No point to call the other Jukes
It really is no use
They won't lift a finger
After years of stage abuse

How 'bout all the new guys
Ralphie, John, the Dude?
I ask them bring me some JD
Their answers are quite rude

My God I'm really desperate
This wasn't in my plans
I can't believe it's come to this
I have to ask the fans

Snafu, Lin, Maryanne, Celtic Chef and BB
They're always nagging me for songs
They'll send some booze - they owe me

SOS! Aidez moi! Chip in on a case!
They will! They do! They send it to
That Southside on MySpace

Tasha's down in Richmond
No use to me at all
Rea's across the ocean
It costs too much to call

I could try Carol - she's nearby
She won't let me go sober
But after calling her a troll
There's no love from Miss October

Miss Pif will help! I know she will!
I'll call her in the city
But she offers only wine.
It's Jack I want, have pity!

Buttercup or Pammy
Garden angel you're my girl
Whatcha mean that you won't help me?
You rather save the squirrel!

Jackie Sheehan you're the man
You serve up MP3's
And Deb from Dime a Dozen
Won't you listen to my pleas?

Could you both send cyber-aid
By e-mail, fax or cable
Make some whiskey apparate
Right here upon my table

Rose Walsh my friend you're not forgot
I just can't rhyme your name
And Big E from the Birchmere
I know you're not to blame

Restless Heart and Bluesdude
Mrs. Jukesfan, Sally, Benny
Passion Street Ed, Canadian Fan
Bring me spirits good and plenty

Where are the Druids? Glasgow John?
Stony!/Stormy where you been?
Leave some bottles at my door
Don't knock - you can't come in

Annelli and my other fans in
Sweden, Denmark, Norway
You are too far to help me now
But soon I will come your way

Maggie and all you others
What's become of you?
If you get me some Jack Daniels stat
I'll agree to Jukestock II!

I may just have to help myself
I hate to leave my deck
Too far to walk I'll have to bike
I hope that I don't wreck

So friends that's my story
I'm on the horns of a dilemma
What to do? Which way to go?
To solva my problema

It's come to this I have to choose
I'm really in a pickle
Is it further to New York
Or by by by bicycle?

-Tasha

March 26, 2008
"Variety Soul" Welcomes New Bass Player
An interview with new Bass Player John Conte by Carol Gerber.

March 13, 2008
Jive Contest Extended
The John's Jive contest has been extended by one week!! Communicating to us from an undisclosed but warm, Jukesless locale, Johnny has sent the following message: "The answers were all so clever and funny that I just had to extend the contest by one week. Oh, and I have this bridge in Brooklyn that's for sale......". All submissions must be received by Thursday, March 27th, 2008

March 6, 2008
John's Jive
A new Jive and an impromptu contest. Get your answers in now!

February 14, 2008
Daytop NJ Benefit - Silent Auction
Southside's biggest fan, Jon Bon Jovi has donated a beautiful autographed guitar for the silent auction. All proceeds will go to Daytop NJ. We want to make sure that all our fans have an opportunity to bid, even if you are unable to attend the benefit even. Please click here for more details and to place a bid in the silent auction. Tickets are still on sale and can be purchased online.

February 1, 2008
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Tasha, February Fan of the Month!

January 28, 2008
Daytop NJ Benefit Update
The Randolph High School String Section will be joining the Jukes as part of the Daytop Benefit. All ticketholders will receive a commemorative coin upon entering the theater. Doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online.

January 7, 2008
Daytop NJ Benefit
Listen to WDHA 105.5 for updates about the upcoming Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes Benefit for DAYTOP NJ Adolescent Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center on Saturday February 16th, 2008.Tickets are still available for sale online. Click Here for more info about the benefit. Benefit T-shirts are now available in the Southside Johnny store.

December 18, 2007
Sirius News about New Year's Eve
HEAR YE! HEAR YE! THE JUKES ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE NEW YEAR'S EVE SHOW WILL BE BROADCAST LIVE ON SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO FROM THE COUNT BASIE THEATRE. For more info check out SIRIUS.com. Another piece of good news...the great MARK PENDER BAND will be opening the show NYE.

December 17, 2007
The Jukes - Back in Stock!
A limited quantity of "The Jukes" CDs are available in the store.

December 6, 2007
A Holiday Jive
Better than all the gifts under your tree... its a New Jive!

December 5, 2007
2007 UK Tour Report
No, it isn't AROUND THE WORLD IN EIGHTY DAYS, and she isn't Nelly Bly, but we think you'll be interested in Carol Gerber's mini-travelogue of her Jukes junket to the UK. Check it out.

December 1, 2007
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Selma Hoffner, December Fan of the Month!

November 6, 2007
Happy New Year
A little early? Not if you are looking to spend NYE with the Jukes. December 31 will be here before you can get out your long-johns...and you don't want to be caught with them down. So get on the horn and make sure you get your tickets while they last. After all, the Jukes at the Basie IS New Years Eve.

October 1, 2007
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Sam Beck, October Fan of the Month!

September 18, 2007
Tickets on Sale for Daytop NJ Benefit
Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes will perform at a benefit for DAYTOP NJ Adolescent Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center on Saturday February 16th, 2008. Click Here for more info. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online.

September 1, 2007
Fan of the Month
In Memory of Bill Nayden, September Fan of the Month!

August 2, 2007
Terry Magovern
We are very sad to note that Terry Magovern, a good friend of the Jukes for many years, passed away on Monday. On behalf of the entire Jukes organization, we send our deepest condolences to Terry's family and friends. Click Here to read the APP article.

August 1, 2007
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Andrea Neissen, August Fan of the Month!

July 1, 2007
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Allan Wright, July Fan of the Month!

June 1, 2007
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Michael Leger, June Fan of the Month!

May 19, 2007
Lupo's Show Rescheduled
The Lupo's show has been rescheduled for May 19th. Please see the tour dates page for more info.

May 1, 2007
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Ava Vardoules, May Fan of the Month!

April 1, 2007
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Stephen Kareta, April Fan of the Month!

March 16, 2007
Show Cancellations
Due to inclement weather, tonight's performance at Lupo's and tomorrow's performance at Sugar Loaf have been cancelled. Both shows will be postponed. Please stay tuned to this page for additional information as it becomes available.

March 12, 2007
A New Jive
A rare treat... check out the New Jive!

March 12, 2007
SSJ Store Sale!
Incredible price reduction on a ton of great designs from the Southside store. Sale Effective From March 12th through March 25th ONLY! The sale has ended.

March 1, 2007
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Dante Esposito, March Fan of the Month!

February 1, 2007
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Barbara Messina, February Fan of the Month!

January 31, 2007
Download Jukebox Jewelcase Artwork
We have had a few requests for jewelcase artwork for the Jukes box set, Jukebox. So we have made available, not one, not two but three different designs for you to choose from, download, and print.

January 1, 2007
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Rick Bolline, January Fan of the Month!

December 15, 2006
Springsteen, Bon Jovi, Southside Johnny autographed guitar auction

On November 27th, the Jukes lost one of our beloved family members, longtime sound man and all-around great guy, Sean Giblin to cancer at the young age of 43.

Hood, Ed Manion and our friends at the Rock and Soul review have donated an autographed guitar for auction with all proceeds going to the family of Sean Giblin.

On December 12th, 2006 "The Bobby Bandiera All-Star Holiday Concert" presented The New Jersey Rock n Soul Review at the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank, New Jersey. The cast of All-Star performers included Bruce Springsteen, Jon Bon Jovi, Gary US Bonds, Southside Johnny, Bobby Bandiera, La Bamba, Mark Pender, Joey Stann, Mr. Popeye, Ed Manion and Bob Burger.

After the show all of the above mentioned performed signed this black Fender Telecaster guitar to be auctioned off to benefit the family of the recently deceased Sean Giblin, long time monitor man for various artists including Ani DiFranco, Southside Johnny, Blues Traveler, and others.

Included with the guitar is the flyer for the show (VG condition) and the 3-page set list that laid at Bruce's feet during this show. Also comes with padded guitar case.

The guitar was graciously donated by Lisa Kodan of Garden State Music Center, located at 1861 Hooper Ave. Toms River NJ. 732-255-9331

To bid on this guitar, visit www.itsonlyrocknroll.com.

December 12, 2006
JUKEBOX cometh!
Two and a half years in the making, dozens of days rooting through dusty boxes of cassettes and reels, hundreds of hours listening to, agonizing over, and transcribing archival analog material into digital, uncounted cold pizzas and headaches...all-culminating in the long-awaited (maybe), first and only (probably), Jukes box set.

Over five hours of demos, live tracks, album drops and acoustic stuff dating back over three decades. Much has never been heard before (except by us). Four CDs plus a bonus CD. A 40-page book containing thousands of words of historical material and pictures for those of us who can't read. Something for everyone...all in JUKEBOX. This is a "gotta have" for all Jukes fanatics!

Coming to the website store just about in time for Christmas; definitely on sale NYE. See the fine print below for details and disclaimers.

The fine print: The slaves at the pressing plant are being whipped brutally to get these sets finished and delivered, which we hear will be done by next week; but you can place your order for this monumental work now! We cannot promise delivery by Christmas because we tried to cut a delivery deal with Santa, but he claimed to be too busy doing something else around the same time. But orders will be filled by our own gnomes as quickly as the little people can work.

That's the good fine print. The not-so-good fine print is that, because Santa refused to cooperate, we have to ship these digital tomes via the US Post Office. Their fees plus handling are: $7.50 to the US; $10.50 to Canada; $18.50 to the UK; and $20.00 to all other countries and planetary systems in our galaxy. But look at it this way, you get a wealth of music and information that you can pass on to your heirs for less than one seconds' fuel on the space shuttle. What a deal!

Go to the website store now to get your piece of history...the JUKEBOX.

December 1, 2006
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Steve Windisch, December Fan of the Month!

November 27, 2006
Remembering Sean
It is a profoundly sad day in Juke World. One of the best people we have ever known has passed on to that undiscovered country and left behind a great many grieving friends. The irrepressible Sean Giblin, sound man, blithe spirit, dreadlocked manboy, and all around good guy died last night after a long; strong war against cancer. It came on him so quickly, as all true villains do, and stole first his freedom, then his life. Never got his heart, though; we have that now, and all the memories. We'll need both to fill in the great hole he left in our lives. Fare well, Sean. Safe home.

Raise a glass.
Southside

November 16, 2006
Misinformation in Trenton Times newspaper
In an article that appeared in the Trenton Times recently, it was stated that our Southside was somehow associated with a proposed Tavern to open in Trenton in the future, called South Side Johnny's Tavern. FYI, this could not be more wrong. There is no association, relationship, affiliation, connection, attachment, bond, contract, or the like, existing anywhere, at any time.

We are investigating...

December 9, 2006
Southside to perform at Big Joe Henry's Holiday Extravaganza
Once again, Southside will join Gary U.S. Bonds, NJ 101.5's Big Joe Henry, Holiay Express and more at this year's Big Joe Henry's Holiday Extravaganza at Jenkinson's on the Pt. Pleasant Boardwalk, NJ. Doors open at noon, live music begins at 1pm.

All proceeds will benefit three wonderful New Jersey children's charities...
St. Clares Home for Children with AIDS, Amanda's Easel and The Brodie Bunch

Tickets are $20.00 for Adults and $7.00 for children under 12 years old and can be purchased online or at The Celtic Cottage in Long Branch, NJ or F.G. Fields Public House in West Long Branch, NJ. For more information, call The Rock and Roll Music Fund at 732-747-8216 or visit www.rockandrollmusicfund.org

November 1, 2006
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Steve Kohut, November Fan of the Month!

October 6, 2006
At Long Last
Long sought CD to be available starting with the European Tour!

October 1, 2006
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Larry Noel, October Fan of the Month!

September 5, 2006
New Year's Eve to take place at Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank, NJ
The Jukes will be returning for yet another New Year's Eve doing what they do best: turning the Basie into a funky, down-and-dirty juke-joint to round out another year until the wee hours. Tickets are on sale now! More info on the calendar page.

September 1, 2006
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Craig Corder, September Fan of the Month!

August 1, 2006
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Rose Walsh, August Fan of the Month!

July 25, 2006
A New Jive
After only a few short months, a New Jive!

July 19, 2006
Italy dates swapped
Please make note of the fact that the two Italian dates scheduled for October 28-29 have been swapped. The revised schedule change is as follows:

OCTOBER 28 TRANSILVANIA MILAN
OCTOBER 29 ESTRAGON BOLOGNA

July 11, 2006
Attention all you Italian Juke fans...YOU WON THE WORLD CUP!
Felicitazione!!!! And now, as soon as you recover from all the vino, you've got another, even bigger reason to celebrate... That's right mi amici, after 14 years THE JUKES are coming back to Italy! So, all you sons and daughters of Ceasar, who have been pleading with us to return to Italia for years...stomp some grapes, make some more vino, bring your friends, and have a party with Southside and the boys: October 28th at ESTROGAN in Bologna; and October 29 at TRANSILVANIA in Milan. Venni! Venni! The more who come this year, the more shows we can do next year. See the tour dates page for details!

July 1, 2006
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Jim Capawana, July Fan of the Month!

June 19, 2006
In response to seeing Southside Johnny on the Imus in the Morning show, we received the following email. A letter from new fan, Sue Clark:
Subject: I love you guys!
For the first time in many many many years music felt good. You guys rock and beyond! I saw you on Imus and am planning on buying your CD. I can't believe you are not more known! I'm telling everyone about your music. To me it was like listening to the rebirth of soul. But then you all have been around a long time...guessing from your site. I had never heard of you until May 25th, 2006. So not a rebirth actually, but a rediscovery of soul by a now die-hard fan and I only got to hear 3 songs!!!!!..and each song blew me away. You need to come to Arizona for a concert or better yet...one in Rocky Point on the beach...spring break would be about right. I will be visiting your store soon...stay cool and rock on Jukes! Ciscoblue oh and btw Johnny u r so right about the horn section, it always makes a band sound great! But then everything in your band sounded beautiful!

June 1, 2006
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Mike Wooten, June Fan of the Month!

May 18, 2006
Southside Johnny Record Signing at Scotti's Records in Morristown, NJ
Southside will be signing copies of his new CD, "Into the Harbour" on May 18th, before the upcoming Morristown Community Theatre show. This event is to be held at Scotti's Records and will take place at approximately 5:30pm. You do not need a ticket to the Morristown show to get in, this is a FREE event. Scotti's is located at 23 South Street, on the corner of DeHart Street) in Morristown, NJ. You can call Scotti's at 973-538-5164 with any questions.

May 1, 2006
Fans of the Month
Congratulations to Norma and Mike Eaton, May Fans of the Month!

April 21, 2006
Johnny Influences interview in upcoming Elmore Magazine
Click Here to read.

April 18, 2006
Jukes to Appear on "Imus In The Morning"
We are excited to announce that Johnny and the boys will be special musical guests on the "IMUS IN THE MORNING" program on May 26, 2006. The show is broadcast on WFAN radio, 660 AM from 5:30am - 10:00am (EST) in the New York area; syndicated on over 100 stations around the country; and simulcast from 7am - 9:00am (EST) on MSNBC-TV. The Jukes will be playing several songs during the televised hours. Don't miss the Jukes' first appearance on national TV in... way too long.

April 1, 2006
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Ken Porteous, April Fan of the Month!

March 1, 2006
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Peaches, March Fan of the Month!

February 14, 2006
"Into the Harbour" Live Premiere Added to Multi Media Section
Check out the most recent addition to the Multi Media Section, "Into the Harbour" live! Making it's debut at B.B. King's Night Club in NYC on January 7, 2006, this is the only time "Into the Harbour" has been played live to date. And it's yours for free! Happy Valentines' Day!

February 8, 2006
Southside Johnny and Ricky Byrd at Q104
Just added to the Radio Interviews section of the Audio Page: Recorded January 10th, 2006. Southside Johnny and Ricky Byrd at Q104 with Ken Dashow.

February 1, 2006
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Kevin McKenna, February Fan of the Month!

January 3, 2006
Southside Johnny and Ricky Byrd on Q104.3 Today!
Tune in to New York's Q104.3 FM today at 5pm to hear an interview with Southside Johnny as well as a few songs with Southside and Jukes guitarist Ricky Byrd!

January 1, 2006
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to James Kerr, January Fan of the Month!

December 22, 2005
Johnny's Xmas Jive

December 16, 2005
NYE After party to be held at Morgan's Food and Spirits
The kind people at the Holiday Inn in Tinton Falls, NJ are offering a special NYE room rate for all Asbury Jukes fans this NYE! Anyone referencing 'Southside Johnny' will be given a discount rate of $129.00 plus taxes for overnight accommodations. After the Count Basie New Years' Eve Celebration, Jukes fans are invited to keep the party going at Morgan's Food and Spirits at the Tinton Falls Holiday Inn. Morgan's will be open from 1am until 4am, there will be a DJ and free food with a $10.00 cover charge. For details, call the Holiday Inn at 732-544-9300.

December 13, 2005
Gareth Pearson added to NYE Lineup
Wales' own 16-year-old guitar virtuoso, Gareth Pearson has been asked to join Southside Johnny to celebrate 2005's New Year's Eve celebration at the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank, NJ. Those of you who recently attended the Patti Pavilion in Swansea, Wales may remember Gareth as the Jukes support act. He is a talent not to be missed! For more information on Gareth Pearson, visit www.garethpearson.com. For information on how to get tickets to this years NYE concert, click here.

December 1, 2005
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Lori Martin, December Fan of the Month!

November 28th, 2005
Southside Johnny to Join Gary US Bonds and Big Joe Henry for Holiday Extravaganza
Southside Johnny will once again be joining Big Joe Henry and the Holiday Express for the Fourth Annual "Big Joe Henry's Extravaganza for Jersey Kids." The show will take place at Jenkinson's on the Beach on the Point Pleasant Boardwalk, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ on Saturday, December 10th and will be broadcast live on New Jersey's 101.5. Johnny will once again be doing an interview on the air, so even if you can't be there, you can have the next best thing.

Also appearing live are Holiday Express, Gary U.S. Bonds, Brian Kirk and the Jirks, and Pat Guadagno and the Candle Brothers. Admission includes a silent auction, face painting and Santa Claus! Doors will open at noon. Live music from 1pm until 5pm. Tickets are $20 adults, $7 children under 12 and are available in advance through www.rockandrollmusicfund.org, the Jenkinson's Aquarium Gift Shop, by phone at 732-747-8216 or on the day of the show at the door. All proceeds will benefit Amanda's Easel, Toys.Calm and St. Clare's Homes for Children. Don't miss this opportunity to see Southside "The Grinch" Johnny sharing the stage with Santa Claus!

November 7, 2005
(aka Finally!)
A New Jive.

November 2, 2005
Join the private X-Mas Party in Osnabrueck, Germany!
Very few tickets are available for this private once in a lifetime event. Join the Asbury Jukes for a Christmas party in Germany. More information on the Tour Dates page!

November 1, 2005
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to George Steele, November Fan of the Month!

October 27, 2005
Into The Harbour pre-orders!
We are now accepting advanced pre-orders for the highly-anticipated new Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes studio album, "Into the Harbour" in our online store! We will begin shipping on November 13th.

October 25, 2005
Welcome to the newly designed website!
We hope you will enjoy the streaming audio of three brand new songs from the upcoming CD, "Into the Harbour." Or simply visit the Multimedia page and download them for yourselves!

October 1, 2005
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Jesse James Warren, October Fan of the Month!

September 27, 2005 On With The Show with Ricky Byrd Be sure to read this interview with guitarist Ricky Byrd, the newest addition to the Jukes.

September 1, 2005
Fan of the Month
Congratulations to Doris Jerzyk, September Fan of the Month!

August 1, 2005 New Jive A New Jive has been posted!!