May 17 Means Porchfest in Montclair

Written By Mike Greenblatt
Montclair Porchfest

It’s free, walkable and radical. Imagine a music festival where artists perform on people’s front porches at house after house. The concept of the front porch as musical stage will transpire in Montclair, Essex County, May 17. “It’s a way for musicians to showcase their talents and for neighbors to come together and celebrate their community,” say the organizers. Music lovers can “ride bikes and scooters or push strollers on sidewalks” as music blares from lawns and porches. Local food vendors are ready to serve. The artists do not get paid and will sell their merch at each stop. Certain streets will be closed off to vehicular traffic. There is no rain date. For further information, visit Map / Schedule.

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Mike Greenblatt

MIKE GREENBLATT has been writing for Goldmine magazine and New Jersey's Aquarian Weekly for more than 35 years. His writing subjects fill the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

He's interviewed Joe Cocker, Graham Nash, David Crosby, Carlos Santana, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Johnny Cash, and members of The Rolling Stones and The Beatles. He was 18 when he attended Woodstock in 1969.

In addition to writing about music, Greenblatt has worked on publicity campaigns for The Animals, Pat Benatar, Johnny Winter, Tommy James and Richard Branson, among others. He is currently the editor of The Jersey Sound.

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