Featured Events
Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012, 7:40pm, Laura Crisci kicks off The Stone Pony’s 38th Anniversary Celebration with a live acoustic set, followed by “Outside The Box” and “The Bobby Bandiera Band.” Tickets $20, available at the door or at Ticketmaster.
Here’s a cool article with some more info… The Stone Pony Celebrates 38 Years This Weekend
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
“Beat the Winter Blues — Meet, Mingle & Music”
Laura Crisci and her all star “Whoever Shows Up” band live in concert at the Brookdale PAC, Lincroft, NJ.
The Brookdale Alumni Association is excited to present “Beat the Winter Blues — Meet, Mingle & Music” a social networking event on Saturday, February 4, 2012 for alumni and friends featuring a live concert by Brookdale alumna, Laura Crisci and her “Whoever Show’s Up” All Star Band at Brookdale Performing Arts Center.There will be a pre-show reception starting at 7pm featuring complimentary light fare with a wine and beer cash bar. The concert begins at 8pm and features Laura Crisci “The Prodigal Daughter of Asbury Park” along with her band of merry men, including Vini “Mad Dog” Lopez, original E Street drummer; PK Lavengood, guitarist for John Eddie; Gary Oleyar, who has played violin, mandolin, and dobro with legends like Loggins & Messina, Kenny Chesney, and Bob Seger; Arne Wendt, BonJovi keyboardist, and more. It’s a full-on show that promises to lift spirits and bring a warm breezy blast to beat the winter blues. The Presenting Sponsor is Plymouth Rock Assurance in conjunction with the Brookdale Alumni Association and WBJB 90.5 FM “the Night.”
Click here to purchase tickets online. Discount for Brookdale Alumni Association Life Time Members and advance purchase.
This event is general admission. Print your receipt and bring to “will call” window at PAC the night of the show . No tickets will be mailed.
HOT OFF THE PRESSES: EXCLUSIVE FREE SONG INSTANT DOWNLOAD OF JUST RECORDED LAURA CRISCI ORIGINAL, “MY VALENTINE” INCLUDED WITH ADVANCE TICKET GENERAL PUBLIC / ALUMNI PURCHASE!
(download link included at bottom of ticket receipt)
Advance Tickets:
$20 for the general public
$16 for Brookdale Alumni Association Life Time Members (coupon code required at check out for discount)
$12 for Brookdale Students (Student ID Card Number required at check out for discount)
At The Door:
$25 general public
$20 Alumni Members (with card or discount code)
$15 Students (ID Card Required)
Click here to purchase tickets now and receive the free download song now!
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Friday, Jan 13, Light of Day Concert at The Stone Pony, Asbury Park, NJ, Laura Crisci will appear for a showcase on the Acoustic Stage ~ 8:15pm.
For more info visit http://lightofday.org/
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Laura Crisci and Carl Asch “Meet Again” Friday, Oct. 7, 2011, at the Farmer’s Hope Inn, Lancaster, PA, 8PM. Special Guest Chelle Fulk on fiddle.
Laura Crisci LIVE Saturday Night, Oct 1st, at Espresso Joe’s in Keyport, NJ, 8pm
This is always a fun show and I love playing at this venue. The vibe is cool and the patrons are always a blast to play for. I’ll be performing a full acoustic set and I go on stage a little after 8pm. Before me are The Juneberries and Michael Brett, then me, followed by Matt Kay. Hope you can make it too! And yes, my newly redesigned “All Is Well” CD, handcrafted soaps and lip balms will all be available for purchase …while supplies last 
Laura Crisci LIVE Friday Night, Sept 2nd, at The Saint in Asbury Park, NJ!
This Friday night, Laura Crisci finally reappears at the Jersey Shore for a full acoustic original set, ending her long awaited return from a six-week “All Is Well…In The World” Tour of England, Scotland, and Amsterdam this past summer. Laura’s newly redesigned “All Is Well” CD, as well as signature Handmade Soaps and Lip Balms, will be available for purchase!! So, catch her while you can and come on in, bring a friend, share a pint, enjoy the show, and give her a Jersey Shore “cheers mate” and welcome home!
Doors open 7:30, Tickets are $10 in advance/$12 at the door. Click here to purchase advance tickets.
The “All Is Well…In The World” European Tour 2011 has begun!
Friday, July 1 with Micky Kemp and Darrell Bath at The Andeson Hotel Beith, Ayrshire, Scotland – 20:30 (that’s 8:30pm:)
Saturday, July 2,3, with Micky Kemp and Darrell Bath at The Dunalastair Hotel Nr Pitlochry, Scotland- 21:30 (that’s 9:30pm:)
Saturday, July 9, opening for the Micky Kemp Band at The Plough in Farnham, England 8:30pm
Monday, July 11, a solo showcase performance at the “Soul Cellar” in Southampton, England. 7pm till …? For more info about the venue visit http://www.soulcellar.com
Tuesday July 12, an original showcase set at the legendary 12 Bar Club on Denmark Street in London, England. (doors open at 7pm) For more info about the venue visit http://www.12barclub.com
Monday, August 1st, I’ll be back by popular demand, for another original showcase set at the legendary 12 Bar Club on Denmark Street in London, England. (doors open at 7pm) For more info about the venue visit http://www.12barclub.com
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About The Event…
Long-time and terrifically talented friends, Mark Sganga, Laura Crisci, and Carl Asch are coming to Franklin Lakes, NJ (Mark’s home town) on Friday, June 10th, Asbury Park, NJ (Laura’s home turf) on Saturday, June 11th, and Bensalem, PA (Carl’s stomping ground) on Sunday June 12th for three special nights of music. Come enjoy the wonderful music of these extremely talented artists in three unique, intimate settings. Those who attend all three events will receive an exclusive download from each artist!! CD’s and other merchandise will be available for purchase and photography will be permitted, but as a courtesy to the artists and fellow audience members, you may want to consider non-flash during the actual performance.
About the Venues…
Friday, June 10th, 7-10pm
Pesbyterian Church at Franklin Lakes
730 Old Franklin Lakes Road
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417Tickets: Adults $20, Seniors/Students $15, Family $50
Tickets info: 201-891-0511 or pcflmgr@yahoo.comThis concert also features the Mark Sganga TrioSaturday, June 11th, 6 – 10pm
Doors open at 5:30
Rosie’s Cafe Concerts at Atonement Lutheran Church Hall
308 First Avenue (corner of First Avenue and Heck Street)
Asbury Park, NJAdmission $10 in advance/$15 at the door
BYOB and a potluck dish (appetizer, dessert or covered dish) please.
For more information or to get advance tickets, please contact Brenda at rosies-cafe@comcast.net.
Sunday, June 12th, 4-7pm
Doors will open at 3:00 pm
Admission is $20.00 in advance (non-refundable), $25.00 at the door (Note: you MUST reserve your seat in advance, even if you plan to pay at the door. Your reservation will be considered your commitment to attend.) The specific address and payment instructions will be provided at the time your reservation is taken.This concert is “first come first served” and we are VERY CLOSE to sold out!!! YOU MUST CONTACT ME (JONI) DIRECTLY AT jzalot@me.com TO OFFICIALLY RESERVE YOUR SEAT!!! At that time I will provide you with the specific concert address.Seating is limited (only 35-40 seats) and reservations are first-come first-served. The concert is open seating, but if there is a handicap or other issue we will take that into account when seating. The concert will take place in a smoke-free home (smoking area outside).
Refreshments will be provided.
About The Artists…
Carl Asch (www.emptyhats.com) studied classical guitar at The American Institute of Guitar in NYC and has performed on streets and stages in the U.S., Paris, London, Milan (where he got arrested), Venice and Seville. He has opened for the likes of the “Cowboy Junkies”, Richie Blackmore and “Blackmore’s Night”. He has five albums with the band Empty Hats and two solo albums of love songs, ballads and classical guitar. His next solo album “Songs of the Open Road” will be released in August. It will contain songs recorded with different bands from all over the country that he has met in his many travels, including a bluegrass band from Nashville and a zydeco band from Louisiana. Both Mark Sganga and Laura Crisci are featured heavily on this album. Carl has a unique gift for personally touching each member of his audience. Whether performing solo or with the band, Carl Asch will enchant and delight you.Guitarist, vocalist and composer
Mark Sganga (www.marksganga.com) epitomizes “World Music”. His finger style guitar weaves a rich tapestry of beautiful melodies & imaginative Improvisation. Fusing influences from South America & around the world, Mark creates an entrancing travelogue, as both an instrumentalist & a singer/songwriter. The 2009 winner of The Int’l Finger Style Guitar Championship, Mark has enthralled audiences from Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur. He recently headlined at the Cape May Jazz Festival in New Jersey, & last year at the Thredbo jazz festival in Australia. Mark has toured & recorded for Indian violin virtuoso Dr. L. Subramaniam (with Larry Coryell & Herbie Hancock). Mark has performed all over the US, including a Santa Cruz, CA concert opposite the legendary Taj Mahal.Jersey
Shore native Laura Crisci (www.lauracrisci.com) released her debut CD “All Is Well” in December 2009. On July 1, 2010 she began her “All Is Well …In The World” Tour in Amsterdam, France and Italy. She plans on returning to perform throughout Europe again in 2011. Laura has an extensive history of playing with the best of the best from the Jersey Shore. Laura’s original performances have been backed by many veteran players from the shore including former Springsteen members Danny Federici, Vini Lopez, Bob Alfano, and Gary Talent, as well as Bob Burger, Bobby Bandiera and Tico Torres from BonJovi. Always fun, intelligent and thought provoking, Laura’s unique style and sound are a breath of fresh ocean air!
