Articles by Monica V. Fuchs

An Inside View Of Sea.Hear.Now 2024!

September 21, 2024 by Monica V. Fuchs

KooL & The Gang /photo by Roger Ho / courtesy of C3 Presents

Kool & The Gang On Stage at Sea.Hear.Now 2024 photo by Roger Ho / courtesy of C3 Presents

Sea .Hear. Now is an annual music art and ocean sustainability festival held in mid September on and around the beach and boardwalk in Asbury Park, NJ. It’s more than music, as there are activities you can check out , such as a surf contest on both days. A fan favorite is Sea. Hear.Now’s co-producer’s Danny Clinch ‘s Transparent Gallery... read article

Aerial by Kevin Doherty for SeaHearNow 2021 DJI_0515

Sea.Hear. Now Festival 2021 Experience: What Was Seen and Heard

November 14, 2021 by Monica V. Fuchs

Editor’s Note- Monica V.Fuchs was on hand for the 2021 Sea.Hear.Now Festival in Asbury Park, NJ this past September. Here are some of her impressions: ... read article

SHN Experience/ ©photo by Sydney Gawlik / courtesy of Fresh Clean Media

Sea Hear Now Fest Experience © photo by Sydney Gawlik / courtesy of Fresh Clean Media

The First Sea.Hear.Now Festival — Music and Art at the Shore

October 18, 2018 by Monica V. Fuchs

The first Sea.Hear.Now Festival was held in Asbury Park, NJ, on September 29 and 30, 2018. This two-day music and art event, with surfing added... read article

Artists on our Radar

Janet LaBelle Takes the Spotlight: Blending Vintage Vibes with Modern Magic

Janet Labelle With Guitar In Hand / photo by John Nyboer

Dynamic Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Janet LaBelle continues to push her creative boundaries. Known for her unique ability to fuse analog warmth with modern production, LaBelle has been praised by Jersey Beat for her “sweet voice and sharp, thoughtful songwriting,” and her newest projects are no exception. Her music defies easy categorization, effortlessly blending elements of folk, classic rock, and pop into a sound that feels both fresh and timeless. LaBelle recently released her single “Day in the Sun” on September 13 via her own Wild Violet Records, and it has already been captivating audiences with its sunny melodies and deeply personal narrative. The song, inspired by a meaningful hike with a friend in 2023, showcases her talent for finding beauty in simplicity, a theme that resonates through much of her work. The inclusion of horns marks an exciting creative evolution, adding a new layer of depth to her already richly textured sound. Throughout her career, LaBelle has explored a wide range of musical styles. She first made waves as a teenager in the punk-pop band Avery, and since then, her solo work has spanned genres like classic rock, folk, pop, and even French chanson. Her previous EPs, including Moon Songs (2010) and Blossom & Blue (2011), demonstrate her eclectic tastes, with influences ranging from surf rock to vintage country. Working with respected producers such as Evan Taylor (Bernie Worrell) and Tony Maimone (Pere Ubu, They Might Be Giants), LaBelle continues to expand her sound, evolving with each new release. Fans can catch her live at upcoming performances, including a show at Our Wicked Lady on September 24th and at Sleepwalk on December 3rd. These live shows will give listeners a chance to hear both her new and classic material in an up-close setting. Her combination of memorable songs, captivating performances and a unique voice sets her apart as an artist who continues to rise, drawing listeners in with every new creation.

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