Billy Walton Band: The Sound of Jersey, Live [Episode 204]
In this episode of the AP Vibes Podcast, I sat down with Billy Walton of the Billy Walton Band, a Jersey Shore staple whose guitar work and high-energy performances have taken him from Asbury Park clubs to international stages. Billy will be hitting the Hard Rock’s Sound Waves in Atlantic City on September 5th as part of North to Shore’s "Garden State Live" series — a showcase dedicated to original New Jersey talent. This particular show will also feature Twisted Livin and Debra Devi!
We talked about everything from the unique “Jersey sound” and the evolution of the local music scene to Billy’s early days with Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes, and how the Billy Walton Band has grown into a soulful, blues-driven powerhouse. Billy also shared why live energy is so essential to his music, the fine line between originals and covers, and gave us some details about his upcoming album with Anthony Krizan, including the single “Knife in My Back.”
Whether you’re a longtime fan of Jersey Shore music or just discovering it, this conversation captures the grit, energy, and heart that make New Jersey musicians truly stand out. Tickets for North To Shore’s Garden State Live can be found here.
