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'Summer Blast-Off' Ready to Hit Jenks Again

New York radio station WPLJ sponsors the annual event

Alternative rock mega stars 3 Doors Down and reggae-rock giants Michael Franti & Spearhead will be among the musical acts entertaining the crowd at Jenk's Club early Friday morning.

Also performing live at the 95.5 WPLJ Summer Blast-Off will be the Jersey Shore's own Bobby Lynch Band.

New York’s hit music station morning hosts Scott and Todd will be hosting the 14th annual summer extravaganza.

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Streaming live from the boardwalk, the party kicks off at 6 a.m. with free admission.

But you better get there before 6 a.m. if you expect to get in. The local version attracts thousands every year.

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The live performances will kick off around 7:15-7:30 a.m., with smaller sets in between the morning show broadcast.

Not only will WPLJ be on-air live, but so will WABC/ 7’s morning show. So dress to impress. You never know if the cameras will catch you!

After the morning madness, Fourspeed will be playing all your favorite hits to keep the party going. If you make it through the day and into the night, you can see their sister band, Lifespeed.

Saturday you can catch performances by No Standards at 2 p.m. Then rest up for the Shore’s hottest party band, The Nerds, at 9 p.m.

On Sunday, Lil Cee from 92.3 Now will be dropping in as guest host. Flying Mueller Brothers will be taking the stage at 2 p.m.

If you’re still up for celebrating on Memorial Day head to nearby Martell’s Tiki Bar, for live entertainment beginning at 1 p.m. with Dr. Cheeko.

“NJ’s tropical paradise” is the perfect place to ring in summer, with its laid-back atmosphere and Caribbean-inspired cocktails.

Also known for its late night parties and bustling crowds, Martell’s will also have a performance by Johnny Drama starting at 7 p.m.

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