Known for her distinctive voice, literally and artistically, Renee Maskin is a staple of the thriving music scene in Asbury Park, NJ. Merging indie-folk with country and experimental influences, Maskin’s work is as grounded in traditional song craft as it is offbeat and distinct in its delivery. After decades of touring with bands, she has been releasing music under her own name since 2022. In early 2023, Maskin’s full-band collaborative effort Renee Maskin & The Mysterious Wilds reached number one on the NACC Folk charts. A solo effort later that year, Shimmer, was named one of 2023’s National Top Albums by The Aquarian that year, which also named her “Songwriter of the Year”.

Maskin’s unique sound has brought her to support wide ranging international acts, including Jon Langford (Mekons), William Tyler, Tyler Ramsey, Del Amitri, and Jill Sobule to name a few. Maskin formerly fronted indie-rock group Lowilght, a run that included four acclaimed studio albums and a tour opening for rock icons, Pretenders. Before then, she played in bands ranging from prog-punk, to alt-country, to somber folk. 

More info at: https://www.reneemaskin.com/

We'll begin the evening with an opening set by Kevin Spyker, music director at Belmar Arts, bringing his eclectic blend of originals, covers and jams. Spyker and his fellow musical collaborators at BAC are known for multi-media performances like "Dark Side of the Rainbow" and their ongoing tribute series pairing legends of rock with unsung heroes.

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