Acclaimed bandleader, songwriter, and producer Dave Damiani is bringing world-class music back to the historic Atlantic City boardwalk. Supported by the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA), through a tourism marketing grant, the “It’s Pure AC – Concert Series” will take place every Tuesday night this summer at Kennedy Plaza, starting July 21. The free, family-friendly events begin at 6 p.m. and run weekly through Sept. 8.
Damiani, a long-time mainstay in the Atlantic City entertainment scene with over 50 casino and performing arts center productions to his name, is often called the “new voice of the Great American Songbook.” His hit song, It’s Pure AC, serves as the city’s official anthem. Thanks to a grant from the CRDA, this series brings together premier national touring artists and local musical legends to keep live, high-caliber music accessible to the public.
Event Details:
- What: It’s Pure AC – Concert Series
- When: Every Tuesday night from July 21 to Sept. 8 at 6 p.m.
- Where: Kennedy Plaza, 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
- Admission: Free and open to the public
The Full “It’s Pure AC” Summer Lineup Includes:
- July 21 – Benny Benack III Quartet w/ The No Vacancy Orchestra: The world-famous singer and trumpet player, recognized by Downbeat Magazine as one of the genre’s best, kicks off the series right before launching his international tour.
- July 28 – Sal “The Voice” Valentinetti w/ The No Vacancy Orchestra: The charismatic America’s Got Talent Golden Buzzer finalist brings his celebrated spin on the Great American Songbook to the boardwalk.
- Aug. 4 – The Budesda Brothers – Soul Philly: South Jersey and Philadelphia legends Richard and Robert Budesa, alongside drummer Keith Hollis, deliver an energetic night of jazz and classic Philly Soul.
- Aug. 11 – Aaron MX’s Vinyl Revival: Acclaimed NYC guitarist and DJ Aaron Zuniga leads an elite band through high-energy rock, pop, and R&B hits spanning the 70s, 80s, 90s, and today.
- Aug. 18 – Grant Geissman Quartet w/ The No Vacancy Orchestra: The Grammy-nominated guitarist, famous for his iconic solo on Chuck Mangione’s Feels So Good and the theme to Two and a Half Men, performs blues and jazz favorites before collaborating on stage with Dave Damiani.
- Aug. 25 – Landau Murphy Jr. w/ The No Vacancy Orchestra: The 2011 America’s Got Talent winner takes the stage to perform timeless classics from the Great American Songbook alongside Motown favorites.
- Sept. 1 – Casey Abrams w/ The No Vacancy Orchestra: The American Idolfinalist and viral sensation brings his distinct, high-energy musical style to Kennedy Plaza.
- Sept. 8 – The Ladies of Miss New Jersey w/ Dave Damiani & The No Vacancy Orchestra: Fresh off a nationwide tour, Damiani concludes the summer series alongside former titleholders and top contestants from past Miss New Jersey pageants.
