THIS SHOW HAS BEEN POSTPONED!
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Light of Day North Jersey on Friday, January 7, 2022. Performers include Glen Burtnik and Bob Burger of The Weeklings, Jeffrey Gaines, James Maddock, Grammy nominee Guy Davis, “Blue Americana” (Glenn Alexander of Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes and Oria Aspen) and host, Joe D’Urso.
The Light of Day Foundation, Inc., utilizes the power of music to raise money and awareness in its continuing battle to defeat Parkinson’s disease and related illnesses such as PSP and ALS within our lifetime.
General admission tickets are $35. There will be a very limited number of VIP tickets for $75 that includes reserved seating in the first few rows, and a limited edition poster signed by participating artists. Tickets are available for purchase online.
Outpost in the Burbs is located at 40 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair, New Jersey.
The mission of The Light of Day Foundation is to fund research into possible cures, improved treatments and support for patients who suffer from those illnesses, their families and their caregivers to help improve their quality of life. The primary fundraising efforts are an annual series of concerts held in Asbury Park, NJ. Since its inception in 2000, Light of Day has raised over $5.75 million in the fight to find a cure for Parkinson’s disease. What began as a single concert in New Jersey has grown into approximately seventy shows in thirteen countries on 3 continents including North America, Europe and Australia!
The concerts and the organization began as a birthday party in November 1998 at the Downtown Cafe in Red Bank, NJ to celebrate the 40th birthday of artist manager and music industry veteran Bob Benjamin. Benjamin had recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system, and in lieu of gifts, asked that donations be made to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation. Over $2,000 was raised that night. Spurred by the generosity and support, Benjamin reached out to friends, including concert promoter Tony Pallagrosi and musician Joe D’Urso, and formed the Light of Day charity, taking its name from a Bruce Springsteen song.
The first official Light of Day concert was held at Asbury Park, NJ’s legendary Stone Pony in November 2000 and primarily featured local, unsigned artists. The critically acclaimed Pittsburgh-based band Joe Grushecky and the Houserockers (managed by Benjamin) headlined the show, which featured a surprise appearance by local hero Bruce Springsteen, who joined the Houserockers for a raucous hour-long set.
Over the years Light of Day has grown from a one-day event into a festival spanning 10 days in the New Jersey/New York metropolitan area. More significantly, Light of Day has expanded into an internationally recognized tour, through a true grassroots effort of musicians, music fans and benefactors. Light of Day shows take place around the world on 3 continents, including six shows in Canada, an 18 day late November into December trek through Europe, with stops in England, Wales, Ireland, Sweden, Belgium, Norway, Denmark, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Spain, plus a brand new Light of Day event in Australia! Portions of the proceeds from each show are donated to a local Parkinson's organization.
Performers at Light of Day have included Bruce Springsteen (numerous appearances), Michael J. Fox, John Rzeznik (Goo Goo Dolls), Ed Kowalczyk (Live), Darlene Love, Southside Johnny, Jesse Malin, Alejandro Escovedo, Willie Nile, Garland Jeffreys, Jakob Dylan, Lucinda Williams, Badly Drawn Boy, Pete Yorn, Gary US Bonds, Joe D’Urso and Stone Caravan, John Eddie and many more local unsigned artists.
Please note that your safety is our priority. To that end, the following policies will be in effect:
* Upon entry, every patron must show a completed vaccination record (dated at least 14 days before the show). Photocopy, a photo on your phone, or proof via the DOCKET app will be acceptable. NY patrons can also show Excelsior Pass as proof. A negative Covid test will not be accepted for entry.
* Face coverings will be required to be worn at all times.
* Unvaccinated children of any age will not be permitted to attend.
* This will be a full capacity show with no social distancing
Proof of vaccination will also be required of volunteers, artists, and any accompanying crew.
Guidelines are subject to change at any time. Please refer to your pre-show email and the website for the latest policies applicable to your event.
Please note that an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting Outpost in the Burbs, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. According to the CDC, COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective at preventing COVID-19 disease, especially severe illness and death. COVID-19 vaccines reduce the risk of people spreading the virus that causes COVID-19. Information on vaccination sites in New Jersey can be found here.
