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Jesse Malin to Perform A Featured Set at Light of Day WinterFest 2025

originally published: 12/05/2024

Jesse Malin, photo by Danny Clinch

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Light of Day Foundation is celebrating the 25th Anniversary of WinterFest 2025, the annual music festival taking place January 15-25, 2025 in Asbury Park, Red Bank, Montclair, NJ and New York City. Jesse Malin will perform in New Jersey for first time in two years joining an already powerful lineup including John Rzeznik, Brian Fallon, Brian Baker, Pete Steinkopf and LOD stalwarts Dramarama, Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers, Willie Nile, Tangiers Blues Band w/ Danny Clinch, The Weeklings, James Maddock, Joe D'Urso, Williams Honor, Adam Ezra and many more.

A few punk and alt rock legends who call the Jersey Shore home will collaborate to honor Jesse Malin.  Brian Fallon, Brian Baker and Pete Steinkopf have conspired to play a set of songs appropriate for the evening.

Malin is fighting back from a spinal stroke he suffered on May 4, 2023 that left him paralyzed from the waist down.  He recently began performing again, most notably a pair of benefit concerts at the Beacon Theatre (December 1-2, 2024).

Limited FestPass packages that include entry into all shows are still available. Tickets can be purchased for all shows individually, including the Main Event, “Bob’s Birthday Bash” taking place Saturday, January 18 at 6:30pm ET at the Count Basie Center’s Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre with lineup including Jesse Malin, John Rzeznik (Goo Goo Dolls), Brian Fallon (The Gaslight Anthem), Brian Baker (Bad Religion, Minor Threat), Pete Steinkopf (The Bouncing Souls), Dramarama, Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers, Willie Nile, The Weeklings, James Maddock, Joe D’Urso, Williams Honor, Adam Ezra and more.

For more details on lineups, performances ticket packages, and shows with Free Admission, please visit LightofDay.org.

“What an honor to be a part of Light of Day again this year,” said Danny Clinch. “It has become an international community event in Asbury Park. I love the idea of people coming together to help others. The Transparent Clinch Gallery is ready to host some LOD shows again this year. I will never forget when Joe Grushecky invited me to sit in on harmonica with the Houserockers and Bruce Springsteen for a nine-minute version of ‘Pink Cadillac’. I immediately went straight to Rock and Roll Heaven!”




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All performances and events will raise money and awareness for its continuing quest to end Parkinson’s disease and its related illnesses ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) and PSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy) within our lifetime. Over the course of 25 years, Light of Day has utilized the awesome power of music to raise approximately $6.5 Million for its continuing quest to end Parkinson’s disease, ALS and PSP. Light of Day has grown from a one-day event into a multi-day festival in the 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 have taken place around the world on three continents, with shows in England, Wales, Ireland, Sweden, Belgium, Norway, Denmark, Italy, Switzerland, Germany and Spain. Portions of the proceeds from each show are donated to a local Parkinson’s organization.

Light of Day shows are currently taking place throughout Europe with artists including Joe D’Urso, James Maddock, Williams Honor, Bobby Mahoney and guests.

Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Schedule (more events expected to be added):

Wednesday, January 15

Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Songwriters On The River

Lineup: Willie Nile, John Easdale, Danielia Cotton, Adam Ezra, Joe D’Urso, Paul Collins, Will Dailey, Diane Gentile, Amanda Cross & Derek Cruz and Pete Mancini

City Winery LoftNew York, NY @ 7:30pm






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Thursday, January 16

Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Kickoff

Lineup: James Maddock, Williams Honor, Jake Thistle Band, Matt O’Ree Band, Emily Grove, Dave Vargo, SONiA, Bob Polding and Gabby & Fran

Wonder BarAsbury Park, NJ @ 7:00pm


Friday, January 17

Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Asbury Angels

Lineup: Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers, Willie Nile, Tangiers Blues Band Jam, Adam Ezra Band, Joe D’Urso & Stone Caravan, Miss Emily, Bob Polding, Hogklint Brothers Band, Evan Rotella, Alexandra J, Levy Okun and Dee Dee/Andy

The Stone PonyAsbury Park, NJ @ 7:00pm


Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Friday Night at The Wonder Bar

Lineup: Dramarama, The Weeklings, Bobby Mahoney, Pete Mancini and SONiA




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The Wonder BarAsbury Park, NJ @ 7:00pm



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Legendary Guitarist Albert Lee

Lineup: Albert Lee and Billy Hector Band

Tim McLoone’s Supper ClubAsbury Park, NJ @ 7:00pm



SiriusXM E Street Radio Live Broadcast

Host: Jim Rotolo

Transparent Clinch GalleryAsbury Park, NJ @ 5:00 pm 



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Silverball Night of Covers

Lineup: Del Boca Vista, Kenny K and the Way, The Alt, The Haven and Rockit Fish

Silverball Museum ArcadeAsbury Park, NJ @ 7:00pm



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Soundbooth

Lineup: Poppa John Bug Experience, Somewhat Relative and Autumn City

The Asbury HotelAsbury Park, NJ @ 7:00pm



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Late Night Acoustic Jam Hosted by Bobby Mahoney  

Lineup: Bobby Mahoney and guests

Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel (Shoreline Social Club & Grille)Asbury Park, NJ @ 11:30pm



Saturday, January 18

Light of Day WinterFest 2025 “Bob’s Birthday Bash” – The Main Event

Lineup: Jesse Malin, John Rzeznik, Brian Fallon with Brian Baker and Pete Steinkopf, Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers, Willie Nile, Dramarama, The Weeklings, Joe D’Urso and Stone Caravan, Williams Honor, James Maddock, Adam Ezra and more

The Count Basie Center’s Hackensack Meridian Health TheatreRed Bank, NJ @ 6:30pm






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Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Picture This: Saturday Songwriters Showcase

Host: Johnny Grushecky

Transparent Clinch Gallery (at The Asbury)Asbury Park, NJ @ 12:00pm



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Women Of Song

Lineup: Jo Wymer, Strumberry Pie, Jenny Barnes, Sarah Hodd and Pam McCoy

RBarAsbury Park, NJ @ 12:30pm



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Asbury Blues

Lineup: Boccigalupe and The Badboys, Joe Bonanno & The Godsons of Soul, Billy Walton Band, Stormin’ Norman, Miss Emily, Hope Well, James Dalton, Gary Cavico, Mike Rocket, Jon Caspi The First Gun, Redbird, Mike Montrey and Debra Devi

The Wonder BarAsbury Park, NJ @ 12:30pm



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 McLoone’s Smithereens Tribute

Lineup: Dead Aire tribute to The Smithereens with guest singers

McLoone’s Supper ClubAsbury Park, NJ @ 12:30pm



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Soundbooth Saturday

Lineup: Strumberry Pie, Sherri Pie Duo and Arlan Feiles Band

The Asbury Hotel, Asbury Park, NJ @ 7:00pm



Sunday, January 19

107.1 The Boss “Springsteen On Sunday” Live Broadcast

Host: Tom Cunningham

Seahorse, Asbury Park, NJ @10:00am



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Transparent Clinch Gallery Pop-Up Show

Transparent Clinch GalleryAsbury Park, NJ



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Songwriters By The Sea I

Lineup: Bob Burger, Adam Ezra, Renee Maskin, Arlan Feiles, Joseph Alton Miller, Evan Rotella, Rick Winowski, Sam Tunkel, Mary McCrink and Alexandrs J

The WatermarkAsbury Park, NJ @ 12:15pm



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Songwriters By The Sea II

Lineup: John Easdale, Will Dailey, Diane Gentile, SONiA, Pete Mancini, Cranston Dean, Dave Stefanic, Bob Gilmartin, Johnny Kasun, Cara Smith, Marc Jonson and Joe Cilento

Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel (Johnny & June)Asbury Park, NJ @ 3:00pm



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Songwriters By The Sea III

Lineup: Joe Grushecky, Willie Nile, Glen Burtnik, John Easdale/Pete Wood, Williams Honor, James Maddock, Bobby Mahoney, Miss Emily, Marc Jonson, Adam Ezra, Emily Grove, Lisa Bouchelle with hosts Joe D’Urso and Joe Rapolla

McLoone’s Supper ClubAsbury Park, NJ @ 6:15pm



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Cover Me  - The Best in NJ Tribute and Cover Bands

Lineup: Best of The Eagles, Jake Thistle’s Late For The Sky (Jackson Browne Tribute), Bowie & Beyond, Sharon Lasher’s Bonnie Raitt/Linda Ronstadt Tribute, Chicks That Rock The 80’s, Fat Mezz and Decade (Neil Young tribute)

Wonder BarAsbury Park, NJ @ 12:00pm



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Next Generation

Lineup: Rockit, Angelina Bella, Krazyer, Dakota Diehl, Rock’n Music Academy, Connor Parente, Lakehouse Music, Maddie Freeman and Octopus School

The Stone PonyAsbury Park, NJ @ 12:15pm



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Musicians On A Mission

Lineup: Indigo Sky, Me and Bobby D, Fake Pockets, Great Oblivion and Cat London

RBarAsbury Park, NJ @ 12:15pm



Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Last Note

Lineup: Ocean Avenue Stompers & Friends

RBarAsbury Park, NJ @ 8:00pm



Friday, January 24

Light of Day WinterFest 2025

Lineup: TUSK (The World’s #1 Tribute to Fleetwood Mac) and Jake Thistle’s Late For The Sky Tribute to the Music of Jackson Browne

The Count Basie Center’s Hackensack Meridian Health TheatreRed Bank, NJ @ 7:30pm



Saturday, January 25

Light of Day WinterFest 2025 Songwriters In The Round

Lineup: Willie Nile, Jake Thistle, Williams Honor, Adam Ezra, Joe D’Urso, Danielia Cotton, John Caspi, Amanda Cross & Derek Cruz, Rick Winowski and Deni Bonet & Chris Flynn

Outpost In The BurbsFirst Congregational Church, Montclair, NJ @ 8:00pm



(Schedule and lineups subject to change)

Light of Day WinterFest would like to thank the following partners and sponsors for their generosity and support: Saker ShopRites, Ansell Law, Tim McLoone’s Supper Club, Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel, Asbury Audio, LDR Electric, Silverball Museum, Tony Pallagrosi and Linda Valenzano, Doug Gallagher, Denise Irvin, Antony Tomaine 

The Light of Day Foundation, Inc., utilizes the awesome power of music to raise money and awareness in our collective quest to end Parkinson’s disease and related neuro-degenerative diseases, specifically Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), within our lifetime. The Foundation’s mission is to fund research into possible cures, improved treatments and support for patients who suffer from those diseases, their families and their caregivers to help improve their quality of life. Gifts to the Light of Day Foundation, Inc. are tax-deductible to the full extent of the Internal Revenue Code. The Light of Day Foundation, Inc. is designated by the IRS as a not-for-profit 501(c) (3) organization. The Light of Day Foundation, Inc.'s Federal ID # is 20-1560386.

Light of Day - the concerts and the organization - grew from a birthday party and fund-raiser held in 1998 at the Downtown Cafe in Red Bank to celebrate the 40th birthday of artist manager and music industry veteran Bob Benjamin, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 1996.

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