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Ed Bassmaster Crushes It at The New House Of Independence

The New House Of Independence has reopened and our Promotions Coordinator, Atomic Rob went last night to check out one of his favorite funnymen, Ed Bassmaster. We have Rob’s review…

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The New House Of Independence has reopened and our Promotions Coordinator, Atomic Rob went last night to check out one of his favorite funnymen, Ed Bassmaster. We have Rob's review of his evening.

Who The Hell Is Ed Bassmaster?

Is he a fisherman? A comedian? Performance Artist? According to Wikipedia, Ed Bassmaster is 51-year-old Edwin Rodriguez, from Philadelphia. He started as a Youtuber in 2006, and by 2015 had his show on Country Music Television. He continues to tour around the country with his brand of comedy.

Here's one of Ed's more popular skits

As for HOI, Atomic Rob was quite impressed. He's quoted as saying, "

Getting to the new House Of Independence and leaving was easy. The Uber was cheap and came quickly. The venue was clean, and nice and cold. There was a good-sized crowd. The bleachers were pretty much filled and then many people stood on the balcony. They had multiple bartenders working at the bar, so I did not have to wait for a drink. The beers were ice-cold.

They had a large selection of beers and probably any cocktail you wanted. The Miller Lite pint was $7, which is cheap for a concert venue. I also liked how they kept a free water cooler on the bar for all to drink. The bathrooms smelled fresh and were clean. They even had a private handicapped bathroom.

The Ed Bassmaster Show went on for almost 2 hours, and the crowd was into it the whole time. The show was let out around 9 pm. It is awesome to come out and be right there in downtown Asbury. So many great drink and food options right there within walking distance. We went to Johnny Macs for a nightcap before heading home. The New House Of Independence is back!

House of Independents: 2024 Calendar

A growing list of shows, parties, and events at the House of Independents for the 2024 season! More shows to come!

House of Independents presents POINT NORTH - September 21st

An indie/alt-rock group with special guests: NEVERTEL, ELIJAH, RIVALS!   Get tickets HERE
Show Starts at 5:00 PM

I LOVE DISCO Dance Party Concert Crave Presents I LOVE DISCO Dance Party - September 21st

Calling all DISCO LOVERS! The Jersey Shore’s Largest Disco Dance party is coming to your area!. I LOVE DISCO is a DJ based dance party playing all your favorite disco hits from the 70s & 80’s, you’ll be dancing all night long! Grab tickets, bring your friends, and have the best night of your life! Get your tickets HERE

MIDGETS WITH ATTITUDE - September 26th

"This is one of the most fun, energetic, competitive midget wrestling event you'll ever see!" Get your tickets here

Video Game Rave - September 27th

Gamers, ravers, & cosplayers unite! The ultimate throwdown is coming to House of Independents on September 27th. Hear your favorite soundtracks like you've never heard them before at Video Game Rave! Get your tickets HERE.

ETANA "Reggae Night" - September 28th

Starts at 4:00 pm. As advertised an amazing night of reggae jams! Get your tickets HERE.

BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME - September 29th

A progressive metal show! with special guests CRYPTODIRA & FLOAT OMEN. Show starts at 6:00 PM. Get your tickets HERE.

TARRUS RILEY "REGGAE NIGHT" - October 1st

TARRUS RILEY Live In Concert! - ALL AGES TO ENTER. As advertised, an amazing night of reggae jams! Starts at 7:00 pm. Get your tickets here! 

I LOVE R&B PARTY - October 4th

 Sing & Dance to a whole night of just R&B Music! Treat your LUV or BOO! Enjoy a night out with friends! or mingle with other singles! Be bold! Buy someone a drink!
Starts at 9:00 PM. Be glowtick ready! Get tickets here

JOEYY "Try Tour" - Asbury Park, NJ

Live and in concert, with help from Laker Brady. Starts at 7:00 PM. Get your tickets here! 

Latin Night by NJ Salsa - October 7th

Beginning Monday, October 7, Social Dance MOvement be hosting a new weekly event called Latin Night at House of Independents! THey open the night with Salsa and Bachata group classes, followed by a Latin Night Social! Details and Tickets here!

Zanna Don’t – The Reboot! - October 11th

Zanna Don’t – the Reboot! is a complete overhaul of the 2003 Off-Broadway hit which lovingly flips the script on American history.

Believe it or not, Jimmy’s first job was overnights at a Christian Radio Station. He claims he got into radio because like Rocky Balboa once said, “cause I can’t sing or dance.” Jimmy loves to write about all local happenings, especially around his town of Toms River. Favorite Pastime (other than masturbation, of course): Cheering for the Yankees, and crying for the J-E-T-S!!! Favorite Food: Hot Sauce…I collect ’em! Favorite Drink: PRUNO…look it up, if you dare! Favorite Movies: The Exorcist, Planet of The Apes (the original), To Kill a Mockingbird, Annie Hall, and of course GF 1 & GF 2…I heard that’s how the real fans refer to them. Favorite Movie Line: easy…Murry-Caddyshack-“big hitter, the Lama”…f#$*in’ riot! Best Rat Rock Bands: STP, VH, ZEP, PEARL JAM, FOOS, PEPPERS,AC/DC Favorite New Bands: Glorious Sons, Rival Sons, Dirty Honey Most Embarrassing Moment: the moment my mother reads this shit! Best Day: I know a lot of folks say this, but it’s true: the day my little girl Jynell and my boy Big D were born! Next to that, it would have to be the day I was baked on earth day in Central Park and met Keefer Sutherland…baked too, I believe.