The 2025 Finale to Reckless Steamy Nights

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Reckless Steamy Nights with Goldenseal

The Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation (JSJBF) concluded the 2025 Reckless Steamy Nights series at the historic Woman’s Club of Red Bank (Reckless Estate) with an unforgettable holiday show featuring the fan-favorite band, Goldenseal.

Highlights of the Evening:

  • Goldenseal’s Performance: The quartet, led by Joe Hughes (acoustic guitar/vocals), along with Pat Martucci, Jesse Kessler, and Art Hoffer, delivered two powerful sets to a packed house. Highlights included curated covers like the Traveling Wilburys’ “Handle with Care,” Dire Straits’ “Sultans of Swing,” and their popular original, “This is My Home.”
  • Special Guests: The night featured appearances by special guests Lee Sanderson (sax), JSJBF’s Gary Neuwirth (harp), and rock guitarist Matt O’Ree, who joined the band for a rousing finale of The Doors’ “Roadhouse Blues.”
  • Scholarship Presentation: During intermission, Joe Hughes presented the JSJBF with a scholarship donation in memory of past members Dennis Eschbach and Danny Rongo, sharing heartfelt stories and honoring their contributions.

It was a fitting end to the season, celebrating excellent music while honoring brothers in music who are gone but not forgotten, and supporting aspiring musicians through the JSJBF scholarship fund.

Learn more about the Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation on www.jsjbf.org and keep an eye out for the 2026 monthly Reckless Steamy Nights concert series. Remember it’s usually on the last friday of the month!