B.J.’s Damn Jam Crew
BJ's Damn Jam Crew is the culmination of years of musical experiences and friendships, many formed during Rehoboth Open Mic nights. The crew is B.J. Muntz, Manny Tejeda, Mike Littlejohn and Larry Yonkins. Together, they are a veritable jukebox of music. The band's home is The Pond Bar & Grill and they perform every Wednesday beginning at 9:30PM. The first hour of each performance is "challenge the band". Toss out songs or artists (be reasonable) and they most likely will not only know the song but knock it out of the park.
Ryan Zimmerman
Ryan Zimmerman is a singer/songwriter from Long Beach Island NJ. He is a roots musician dedicated to his craft of songwriting and performing live. Ryan started his music career on the Jersey Shore,where he currently calls home. An avid music fan and performer Ryan draws his influence from early roots performers up to todays consummate guitar players and singers. His windmill rhythmic guitar style is reminiscent of Ritchie Havens and his deep room filling voice summons Mark Sandman. Ryan has toured extensively on both coasts opening for Zach Deputy, The Hope Social Club, Michael Allman, American Trappist and Marshall Crenshaw.
Slide Winder Blues Band
The SlideWinder Blues Band hits hard with its own brand of Texas and Chicago driven contemporary blues. For those times when the 1, 4, 5 just isn't enough, the bands red blooded live shows are full of vigor and offer a sonic pallet indicative of the Mississippi Delta and New Orleans. Hailing from Doylestown, PA, a suburban town just north of Philadelphia, SlideWinder is comprised of several regulars of “The Every Tuesday Funk n’ Blues Jam”, a weekly open blues jam originally born within the venue walls of Puck Live in Doylestown and continues to this day at Club Havana in
Comedy Night at The Pond with Wendi Townsend
The Pond and Preferably Biased are thrilled to have On-Air Personality at 98 Rock Baltimore and Stand-up Comedian Wendi Townsend headline our Monday Comedy Night on October 4th at 9PM
Ian Lander Trio
Ian Lander's sound marries the old with the new. He seamlessly blends a myriad of traditional American and world musical styles with a contemporary look and feel. From New Orleans to Chicago, Appalachia to Andalusia, Ian absorbs and adopts wide influences and puts them together in a way all his own. A fiery guitarist, he is never afraid to plunge into the deep end of heavily improvisational music with the Ian Lander Band. Attention to dynamics, space, and tones allow the group to explore a wide range of emotions through sound. Ian shows a strikingly different side during intimate
Middle 8
An eclectic group of musicians hailing from many different backgrounds and experiences help to shape a unique sound. Middle 8 offers a variety of recognizable hits combined with high-energy originals across different musical genres spanning many decades.
Mike Check & The 1-2’s
Chris & Marc were part of Three Sheets band, Mike has joined them on percussion.
The Jimmies
Formed in May 2015, the Jimmies is 80s Rock Tribute Band from Bear, DE with members Joe Nester ~ Vocals/Keys/Guitar Jim Marsilii ~ Bass Roger Holcomb ~ Guitar Chris Fullerton ~ Drums Matt Mal ~ Guitar The Band’s Influences include INXS, John Mellencamp, Queen, Flock of Seagulls, Modern English, Golden Earring, U2, Simple Minds, Billy Idol, Bryan Adams, Tear for Fears and Tom Petty to name just a few.
Comedy Open Mic Night
Hosted by Preferably Biased
Taylor Knox
Taylor Knox is a guitarist and musician from Bethany Beach, Delaware where he has been playing guitar as well as multiple other instruments since he was nine years old. He has also spent years songwriting and teaching music lessons. Taylor attended four years at Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. where he graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Professional Music. He is currently performing around the eastern shore of Delaware and Maryland while teaching private music lessons for many instruments including but not limited to guitar, bass, and piano. Along with Taylor's solo experience in performing, he is also works with:
Lower Case Blues
Lower Case Blues is a jammin' trio that plays a new fusion of old blues, funk, and rock! Since 2003 lOWER cASE bLUES has been giving Delaware and the tri-state area some of the best blends of blues and rock music. Here are some of the great musicians and bands the7 have worked with: Blues: Buddy Guy, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Jonny Lang, Los Lonely Boys, Michael Burks, Little Ed and the Blues Imperials, Samantha Fish, Eddie Shaw, Chris Duarte, Vanessa Collier, Albert Castiglia Rock/Jam: Robert Randolph, Blues Traveler, Grand Funk Railroad, .38 Special, Jakob Dylan, Gary Hoey, Kings X, Blackberry
Sweet Leda
Sweet Leda has been performing at The Pond almost since its inception. Sweet Leda, powered by Julie Cymek’s sultry, commanding vocals and electrifying stage presence, Sweet Leda is taking the diverse mid-Atlantic music scene by storm as one of the most exciting and accomplished live acts on the rise. In fact, Lou Plaia (co-founder of Reverbnation) describes them as “the highlight of every festival they play.” With its rich blend of new school funk, psychedelic rock, soul and pop, Sweet Leda’s heartfelt original music can best be described as a female-fronted, soul-based, Zeppelin meets Chili Peppers! Sweet Leda’s sophomore album
Lower Case Blues Thursday
Join us on Thursdays at 9PM for the best blues band in DelMarVa! Lower Case Blues is a jammin’ trio that plays a new fusion of old blues, funk, and rock. For more information about LCB, visit their website at lowercaseblues.net
Rehoboth Open Mic, hosted by Delicious
Friendsgiving always is a great time at The Pond and Wednesday, November 24th should be a fantastic night of music. Tim Cooney, Shaun Moses, Adam Bustin and Charles Short, aka Delicious will be hosting this very special Rehoboth Open Mic night and there are several special guests that will be making an appearance during the evening!
Monday Comedy Night with Robert Mac
Join us Monday, December 6, 2022 at 8PM for Comedy Night with Robert Mac for a great evening of laughter! Doors open at 6PM, reservations accepted. Who is Robert Mac? In his own words: "I’m an award-winning comedian (Comedy Central’s national stand-up competition) a non-award-winning Master of Ceremonies, and a fake motivational speaker, among other things. My act is clever, clean, and ideal for audiences wanting something a little more cerebral. It’s brainy and deadpan instead of brain-dead and pandering." Check out his website: https://robertmac.com/ Hosted by Preferably Biased.
New Year Day Party
It's TRADITION! Join us on Saturday, January 1st as we celebrate 2022. DJ Sharon will be spinning your favorite tunes from 1PM. LOTS of room to dance. Plenty of drink specials. AND we will have all the College Bowl Games.
Survey Sez
If you are intimidated by trivia. THIS is your game! Survey style game, Super fun, with NO WRONG ANSWERS! Teams try to match one another to create the most popular answer, and earn points. You always get at least one point! 1st place -$40 gift card, 2nd place - $10. Fun for all ages! Sign up 6pm, Game start 6:30 Free to play.
Taylor Knox
Taylor Knox is a guitarist and musician from Bethany Beach, Delaware where he has been playing guitar as well as multiple other instruments since he was nine years old. He has also spent years songwriting and teaching music lessons. Taylor attended four years at Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. where he graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Professional Music. He is currently performing around the eastern shore of Delaware and Maryland while teaching private music lessons for many instruments including but not limited to guitar, bass, and piano. Along with Taylor's solo experience in performing, he is also works with:
B.J.’s Dam Jam Crew
What's BJ's Damn Jam Crew? It is the culmination of years of musical experiences and friendships, many formed during Rehoboth Open Mic nights at The Pond. With B.J. Muntz, Manny Tejeda, Mike Littlejohn and Larry Youngkins, they are a veritable jukebox of music. The band' performs every Wednesday at The Pond Bar & Grill. The first hour of each performance is "challenge the band". Toss out songs or artists (be reasonable) and they most likely will not only know the song but knock it out of the park.
Lower Case Blues Thursdays
Lower Case Blues performs every Thursday around 9PM here at The Pond. Lower Case Blues is a jammin' trio that plays a new fusion of old blues, funk, and rock! Beginning in 2003, LCB has been giving Delaware and the tri-state area some of the best blends of blues and rock music. Here are some of the great musicians and bands we have worked with: Blues: Buddy Guy, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Jonny Lang, Los Lonely Boys, Michael Burks, Little Ed and the Blues Imperials, Samantha Fish, Eddie Shaw, Chris Duarte, Vanessa Collier, Albert Castiglia Rock/Jam: Robert Randolph, Blues Traveler, Grand
Bad Avenue Band
Bad Avenue is a professional fun loving hard rocking music ensemble bringing decades of experience to every venue they play. Grounded in the blues Bad Avenue expertly performs a variety of music covering the worlds of rock, blues and country. Having fun playing music geared to enlist all ages is a proven part of what this band brings to very performance. Bad Avenue loves to perform and audiences have made Bad Avenue one of the most successful bands on the DELMARVA Peninsula. Craig Coffield, native of West Virginia. Craig is a transplant to the First State and has lived in
Let’s Do Speed Bingo
Let's Do Speed Bingo is a live hosted, fast paced game that isn't your grandmother's bingo! Join the party (and bring your friends!). This version is contact free! Play on your iPhone, iPad or Tablet!
Thursday Trivia Challenge
The Pond has hosted Thursday Trivia Challenge for more than a decade, resulting in a database of thousands of questions. We try to keep our Trivia fresh, fun and a bit irreverent. The game begins at 7pm; we encourage teams to come in early for dinner and our HALF PRICE WINE by the bottle special from 5pm to 9pm. Here's how our Thursday Trivia Challenge works: Round 1, five questions each worth 5 points, one chance to double down in the round Mini-Jump Ahead, one question having two or three correct answers, each correct answer typically worth 10
Freshly Squeezed
Freshly Squeezed is a four piece female fronted guitar driven party band dipping between rock, pop, dance, reggae, ska, classic rock and the 80's. Band members: Ashley Ruark - Lead Vocals, Joe Bekeshka - Lead Guitar, Mike Littlejohn - Drum Kit, Roger Hillis - Bass/Vocals Freshly Squeezed has a repertoire that appeals to a wide variety of people and love having guests dance to the beat all night just waiting to hear what Freshly Squeezed will play next.
The Jimmies 80s Flashback Band
Formed in May 2015, the Jimmies is 80s Rock Tribute Band from Bear, DE with members Joe Nester ~ Vocals/Keys/Guitar Jim Marsilii ~ Bass Roger Holcomb ~ Guitar Chris Fullerton ~ Drums Matt Mal ~ Guitar The Band's Influences include INXS, John Mellencamp, Queen, Flock of Seagulls, Modern English, Golden Earring, U2, Simple Minds, Billy Idol, Bryan Adams, Tear for Fears and Tom Petty to name just a few.
Winter Trivia Tournament
The Pond has hosted Thursday Trivia Challenge for more than a decade, resulting in a database of thousands of questions. We try to keep our Trivia fresh, fun and a bit irreverent. The game begins at 7pm; we encourage teams to come in early for dinner and our HALF PRICE WINE by the bottle special from 5pm to 9pm. Our Winter Tournament is eight weeks, from January 20, 2022 to March 10, 2022. Each Team's earned points for the week carry over into a tournament score. Here's how our Thursday Trivia Challenge works: Round 1, five questions each
Mathew Street Band
Billy Libkey Lead Singer and Guitarist In Feb. 9, 1964, my interest in being a musician was sparked. (Beatles appearance on Ed Sullivan) In Feb. 10, 1964, my interest was now a full-fledged forest fire! All I had to do was learn to play an instrument and girls would love me. Though I was only 10, I wasn't stupid. Scott Gordy Bass guitar Scott was born and raised in Lewes. The only true local in the band. He started playing bass at 14. Scott started playing bass for his high school jazz band. That not satisfying his musical itch, he started
Bobby Lee Jones
Bobby Lee is a country music singer/songwriter raised between the mountains of Mudfork, VA and the coastal shores of DE. His music is full of soul that will please any crowd.
The Bills
The Bills are: Benjamin Davis, Nathan Nasteff, and Lukas Saylor. Music for the people, from the shed to the streets.
Hot Sauce
The Hot Sauce Band performs multi-generational popular music with a unique spicy flair, all under the creative guidance of front man and maestro David Aman. David grew up in Italy and Spain studying Spanish guitar. A lover of classical Baroque music, he has performed professionally throughout Europe. Moving to Texas where he continued his musical career had him fall in love with Latin music of all types. Having been lucky enough to live all around the world, David now resides in Delaware, USA, thrilling East Coast audiences with engaging Hot Sauce Band performances 🔥 What is the sound like?
Daddy Band
Daddy is dynamic. With a diverse song list comprised of everything from Jazz to Rock to Throwback Jams, Daddy can be the background music for a relaxing dinner or turn up and be the life of the party. We’re the perfect band to keep guests entertained and the good times rolling. So ask yourself, Who’s Your Daddy? CLICK HERE to see Daddy play:
Survey Sez
If you are intimidated by trivia. THIS is your game! Survey style game, Super fun, with NO WRONG ANSWERS! Teams try to match one another to create the most popular answer, and earn points. You always get at least one point! 1st place -$40 gift card, 2nd place - $10. Fun for all ages! Sign up 6pm, Game start 6:30 Free to play.
302 Band
302 is a Delaware based rock n roll band playing music with a little bit of heart & soul!
RoastJohn
RoastJohn is an original rock band from Maryland's Eastern Shore. Their original sound goes anywhere from funk to folk to psychedelic to compositional. RoastJohn recently completed their self-titled debut album RoastJohn. The band members are Nick French (vocals/keyboards), Otto Grundman (guitar/vocals), Logan Rodriquez (drums/vocals) and Matt Smith (bass/vocals). Musically they identify as rock, folk rock, instrumental, jam and psychedelic with elements of funk and jazz. For influences they cite Pink Floyd, Phish and Yes. These tracks were recorded in just one day at Mid South Audio in Delaware. After a Covid lockdown delay, final mixing and mastering was performed by
Petting Hendrix
"Petting Hendrix is an exceptionally talented cover band with animated guitarists, hard hitting percussionist and a lead vocalist with golden pipes. Petting Hendrix has a great following of loyal fans that will turn an event at your venue into a party not to be missed!" - Michael Brennan, Marina's Rock On Pub Petting Hendrix understands that rock n' roll is supposed to be fun and ain't supposed to be rocket science." - Keith Thompson, WCTR, Chestertown, MD "Their sets leave nothing to the imagination. They span the decades with something for everybody in the crowd". - Karen Stevenson,Great Scott
Girls Room
Girls Room is an all female rock and roll band in Sussex County, Delaware. Featuring drummer Jill Brady, formerly of The Girlfriends, guitarist Kathy Nace-Jones, bassist Terri Brady & vocalist
NO I.D.
With Manny Tejeda & Pete Wiedmann
The Jimmies 80’s Flashback Band
Formed in May 2015, the Jimmies is 80s Rock Tribute Band from Bear, DE with members Joe Nester ~ Vocals/Keys/Guitar Jim Marsilii ~ Bass Roger Holcomb ~ Guitar Chris Fullerton ~ Drums Matt Mal ~ Guitar The Band's Influences include INXS, John Mellencamp, Queen, Flock of Seagulls, Modern English, Golden Earring, U2, Simple Minds, Billy Idol, Bryan Adams, Tear for Fears and Tom Petty to name just a few.
3.0.2 Band
302 is a Delaware based rock n roll band playing music with a little bit of heart & soul!
Mispillion Brewery Beer Dinner
The Pond will be hosting a beer dinner on February 21, 2022 at 6PM. Four courses perfectly paired with four Mispillion River Brewery beers! $49 per person.
Slim & The Perkolators
HARMONICA SLIM Hey y'all I'm Harmonica Slim and I'd love to share the ride with you! Born and raised just outside of Philadelphia I grew up in a blue collar neighborhood where things are simple, the Eagles were a way life, and a good day meant playing hockey without getting in a fist fight with your buddy. I love it all, and its molded me into the passionate blues man I am today. The harp is my life, the blues is my savior, and the fans are why I exist to play it! I began my journey with the blues at the the age
Sweet Leda
Powered by Julie Cymek’s sultry, commanding vocals and electrifying stage presence, Sweet Leda knows how to get the party started! In fact, Lou Plaia (co-founder of Reverbnation) describes them as “the highlight of every festival they play.” With its rich blend of new school funk, psychedelic rock, soul and pop, Sweet Leda’s heartfelt original music can best be described as a female-fronted, soul-based, Zeppelin meets Chili Peppers! Sweet Leda’s sophomore album Let It In captures the live and raw essence of what can only come from years of steady gigs, blood, sweat, and a few tears. To capture this essence, the band
3.0.2. Band
302 is a Delaware based rock n roll band playing music with a little bit of heart & soul!
Lower Case Blues Thursdays
Lower Case Blues performs every Thursday around 9PM here at The Pond. Lower Case Blues is a jammin' trio that plays a new fusion of old blues, funk, and rock! Beginning in 2003, LCB has been giving Delaware and the tri-state area some of the best blends of blues and rock music. Here are some of the great musicians and bands we have worked with: Blues: Buddy Guy, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Jonny Lang, Los Lonely Boys, Michael Burks, Little Ed and the Blues Imperials, Samantha Fish, Eddie Shaw, Chris Duarte, Vanessa Collier, Albert Castiglia Rock/Jam: Robert Randolph, Blues Traveler, Grand
Barrelhouse
Barrelhouse was formed in October of 2007...... Since then they have been playing locations throughout the Delmarva region. They have worked hard to build a large following that "Digs" their particular brand of blues. Club & Festival goers alike, agree, that their music is high energy and up in your grille. In 2018 Barrelhouse represented the Central Delaware Blues Society at The International Blues Challenge in Memphis Tennessee. They were one of 270 bands, worldwide, to play on Beale Street in the competition. The boys have opened for numerous well known national blues acts such as, Victor Wainwright, John Primer,
Mama’s Black Sheep
If you take one guitar, a bunch of drums, two amazing voices, a dash of humor, a touch of love, and some outrageously strong musicianship…mix ‘em all together…and stir well….you’ve got the recipe for a great time! Mama’s Black Sheep is the musical collaboration of singer-songwriters Ashland Miller (guitar/vocals) and Laura Cerulli (drums/vocals). Touring together since 2008 and both veterans of the singer-songwriter circuit, Miller & Cerulli will make you feel like you’ve been listening to their music for years. Driven by Miller’s versatile guitar grooves, Cerulli’s innovative percussion, and two voices that blend like honey and whiskey, Mama’s Black
Beach Bandits
Beach Bandits plays a wide variety of Rock, Blues and Country. We cover artists like Petty, SRV, Waylon Jennings, Dwight Yoakam, Eric Clapton, the Stones, and feature high-energy jamming that will have you singing along and dancing all night. Band members: Steve Founds Guitar/Vocals Steve’s greatest influences were the British Invasion and California music of the 60s. Growing up on the East Coast, he was surrounded by the Philly sounds, Detroit (Motown), and the county greats from Nashville and later the Austin, Texas sounds. He has played with numerous bands over the years, most recently with Prime Time, a