Ned Ryerson
HOME BASE: Toms River
STYLE: Multi-genre party band
LINEUP: Ned Ryerson, guitar, vocals; Jannah Tabbaccino, vocals; Tony Genovese, drums; Phil Kahn, bass; Dodge Sans, guitar
FUN FACTS: Self-proclaimed “tallest musician on the Jersey Shore,” Ryerson stands at 6 feet 10, and even played NCAA Division 1 basketball. Offstage, the musician makes his living as a forensic meteorologist.
TWO’S TAKE: Ryerson plays over 700 covers and always plays to the crowd, especially during solo performances. Pull up a stool and shout your requests.

Ryerson and Tabbacchino. (Supplied photo)
CHECK OUT: nedryersonlive.com
BE THE JUDGE: Friday, June 19, 6 to 10 p.m. at Captain’s Inn with Genovese; Saturday, June 20, 6 to 9 p.m.
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