

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Smithereens - Second Show Added!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 18 Dec, 2025 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: DOORS 7PM • SHOWTIME 8PM
The Vogel • Basie Center Campus • 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Since their formation in Carteret, New Jersey in 1980, The Smithereens have earned a reputation as one of America’s most enduring rock bands. Founding members Pat DiNizio (vocals/guitar), Jim Babjak (guitar/vocals), Mike Mesaros (bass/vocals), and Dennis Diken (drums/vocals) built a distinctive sound rooted in the melodic punch of the British Invasion, fused with the raw energy of American garage rock. The result was a catalog of timeless songs that continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.

The band’s breakthrough came with the 1986 release of Especially for You, featuring the modern rock classics “Blood and Roses” and “Behind the Wall of Sleep.” Critical acclaim and radio success soon followed with Green Thoughts (1988) and 11 (1989), albums that delivered charting singles including “Only a Memory,” “A Girl Like You,” and “Too Much Passion.” Throughout the late 1980s and 1990s, The Smithereens became fixtures on MTV, college radio, and mainstream rock stations, while touring extensively with artists such as Tom Petty, Lou Reed, and The Pretenders.

Celebrated for their muscular live performances, The Smithereens have always stayed true to their roots while expanding their reach. Their body of work includes not only original material but also acclaimed tributes to their musical heroes, including full-length homages to The Beatles and The Who, affirming their place in the lineage of classic rock.

Following the passing of frontman Pat DiNizio in 2017, Babjak, Mesaros, and Diken made the decision to honor his memory by continuing to perform and record. Joined by guest vocalists such as Robin Wilson (Gin Blossoms), John Cowsill (from the Cowsills &amp; Beach Boys) and Marshall Crenshaw, the band continues to bring their celebrated songs to both longtime fans and new generations.  The band’s latest album is THE LOST ALBUM featuring previously unreleased sessions with Pat DiNizio.

Today, The Smithereens stand as a vital, influential force in American rock—defined by ringing guitars, unforgettable hooks, and a spirit of resilience that ensures their music remains as powerful and relevant as ever.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/red-bank/the-smithereens-second-show-added/200029256288654
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 9

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Red Bank
- **state**: NJ
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The Vogel
- **lat**: 40.3489
- **long**: -74.0702
- **full address**: The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street,Red Bank, New Jersey, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Smithereens - Second Show Added! being held?
  - **A:** The Smithereens - Second Show Added! takes place on Thu, 18 Dec, 2025 at 08:00 pm to Thu, 18 Dec, 2025 at 08:00 pm at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street,Red Bank, New Jersey, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Smithereens - Second Show Added!?
  - **A:** The Smithereens - Second Show Added! is organized by Count Basie Center for the Arts.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Smithereens - Second Show Added! is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Red Bank, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The Smithereens - Second Show Added! sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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