Going Places with Dina Guzzardo
Wildwood Boardwalk is undoubtedly one of the most popular destinations each summer; however, there are areas on the fringe of Downtown Wildwood that also have some incredible amenities and summer activities this year.
Wildwood Crest is just a stone’s throw from the Convention Center and has a scenic, 3-mile-long beach which is clean, free and protected.
The area is known to be more family oriented and quiet. This makes it very popular among vacationers looking for something more low key. That is not to say that the town is boring. In fact, it’s bursting with attractions and activities, which can be enjoyed by everyone.
On Saturdays this summer, they are putting on a Summer Music Series, which is 100 percent free for guests to attend. All concerts will begin at 7:30 p.m. at Centennial Park, Fern Road and Ocean Avenue. So pack your beach chairs or towels and get ready for a summer of great live music.
The series kicked off a couple of weeks ago and will continue through to Sept. 17. The lineup is a mix of local artists, covering a broad range of genres, so there is something for everyone.
The next show will be by Philadelphia-based Legacy Band, playing an assortment of dance/party hits.
They typically play weddings and are incredibly popular in the area, receiving praise from just about everyone.
“The Legacy Band.. what can I say?! They know how to enlighten the crowd with their musical performances in various ways,” said Charles Anderson in a review on the band’s Facebook page. “Each member in the group is versatile and can sweep you off your feet on the dance floor with any song. They know how to party and if I have the option to select them to perform for my birthday party, I would without hesitation.”
Then, on July 16, get ready to throw it back to the ’70s with a flashback concert featuring some of the biggest hits of the decade. Expect renditions of songs by artists such as Fleetwood Mac, Led Zeppelin and Queen. Music from the ’70s is timeless, so even the young will recognize the tunes.
On July 23, another Philadelphia-based band, Gypsy Wisdom, will be performing a mixture of pop, rock, R&B, alternative and even country. It’s safe to say their repertoire is eclectic.
They state on their website, “Our goal is to make the crowd forget about a bad day, help them celebrate a great day, and provide the soundtrack to an unforgettable night anywhere and everywhere.”
On July 30, Wildwood Crest will welcome Shot of Southern, a country music and Southern Rock band who consistently sell out venues.
“Shot of Southern are so fun to watch live!,” one fan said. “We went out to their show in North Wildwood a few weeks ago and I was so excited to see they will be back in the area at the end of the month! I can’t wait to see them again!”
Aug. 6 will see Motown, dance, pop, and rock performers, Big Bleu, take the stage. “Great singers and musicians…. we had a blast in Sea Isle City,” said fan Rosemarie in a review.
The Big House Band are known by their fans for their ability to get the party going. And they will be bringing the party to Wildwood Crest on Aug. 13.
“The Big House Band was great! Everyone in the band was very friendly. They played a great mix of music and kept the party going all night long. We couldn’t have been happier! Highly recommended!” fan reviewer Lauren posted on social media.
One of the most recognized singers on the East Coast, Kristen of Kristen & The Noise, will take center stage on Aug. 20 with the full band.
They play a mix of oldies, pop and dance music. Make sure you get out to find out why she is so popular.
Finishing the music series for August is The Deck Band on Aug. 27, with a range of dance, pop, and rock.
Going into September, Tom Petty tribute band, Damn the Torpedoes, will perform on Sept. 3. WNEP meteorologist Joe Snedeker could not praise them more.
“It was a fantastic show! I’ve seen Tom Petty a few times in the last 10 years and found this show much more enjoyable, tight and energetic… These guys are great! It’s like seeing a Tom Petty show when he was young.”
On Sept. 10, get ready to groove to the Fat Mezz Band, who will be gracing the audience with their
classic rock/funk sounds. No strangers to the Wildwoods, they played at both The Wharf and The Inlet over the Fourth of July weekend.
Finally, closing out the series is Eagles tribute band Winslow on Sept. 17. They will be playing songs from the music catalog of Eagles, as well as some of the solo work of Don Henley and Joe Walsh.
For more information on this concert series as well as all of the wonderful events taking place in The Wildwoods this summer, see wildwoodsnj.com and check out their events calendar.
Dina Guzzardo is the President and Executive Promoter of Dina Media Group LLC. Dina Media Group is an innovative cutting edge event production and marketing company that produces and promotes large events as well as a talent agency that manages some incredible talent.www.dinamediagroup.com
