New Jersey Stage December 2014 | Page 69

SHARE BUTTON Just Around The Corner to the Light of Day By Gary Wien It’s common for musicians in New Jersey to donate their time and perform at benefit concerts for good causes, but there’s nothing like the annual Light of Day concerts. What began as a birthday party to celebrate the 40th birthday of Bob Benjamin, who had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, has turned into a worldwide movement to raise money to help find a cure. In addition to raising millions of dollars, Light of Day has become its own music community, spreading the sounds of the Jersey Shore across the globe. New Jersey Stage spoke via email with Joe D’Urso, one of the founders of the Light of Day Foundation, while he was on tour with Light of Day in England. All total, Joe will play shows in thirteen countries on three continents for Light of Day, returning home for shows in New Jersey and New York in January. Advertise here for $25 - $100 call 732-280-7625 pg 69