Our Story … Our Team
The Asbury Park Vibes Magazine and Podcast are the media subsidiaries of APV Entertainment. The mag and podcast both feature artists through stories, photos, interviews, and press. The primary goal is to shine a light on the vast expanse of stellar music that surrounds us all.
Located in the heart of Asbury Park, the APV studio hosts live podcasts, artist showcases and music events. We hope you join us for an event as well as enjoy our media coverage of the many creatives who cross our paths!
Meet our team of outstanding photojournalists and podcasters below!!
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DIANE DIMEMMO
Founder / Editor / Photographer / Podcaster / Artist Development & Management
Diane DiMemmo is the founder and editor -in-chief of Asbury Park Vibes. In addition to overseeing the AP Vibes Music Mag and hosting the APV Podcast, she specializes in live music/portrait photography, copywriting, and artist management services.
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DOUG DRESHER
Editor / Content Creator / Photographer / Podcaster / Assistant to the Regional Manager
Born from an existential argument between Modernists and Postmodernists, I have found my home with the post-punks and those who love a good slice of pizza. I live in a world of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction and the ever-elusive Decisive Moment. Punctum and Studium aside, I like to take photographs of people and things to see how they look photographed. While I miss both CBGBs and a cool place to bowl in Asbury Park, Punk is still whatever we made it to be. The Future is Unwritten, and I owe it all to Mr. Bradley and Mr. Martin. Let Us Now Praise Famous Men (and Women) and ask the Little Prince for his thoughts. Sometimes, I'm On the Road, but if it weren’t for the honor of the thing, I’d just as well walk. My loving wife supports this albatross of an obsession, and my kids put up with me well.
BA, MFA, M.Ed., BCEA, Nikon, FUJI, Tri-X.
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MICHAEL CAMPANILE
Assistant Editor / Photojournalist
Michael is an Asbury Park based photographer of what life puts in front of him. His work has been published in Photofantasm Soundgarden: Nudedragons to King Animal, and used by bands such as Bad Religion, +LIVE+, Blind Melon, The Bouncing Souls, Almost Queen, and Me First and the Gimme Gimmes.
Michael is also a regular vendor at the Asbury Park Punk Rock Flea Market and can be found selling his prints at a variety of local markets.
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KENNY BIEBER
Photojournalist
Kenny Bieber is a local music journalist and photographer who also highly values a good pun, quality milkshake and swears he doesn’t have too many records. He’s generally just happy to be here.
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MELISSA LAWLOR
Photojournalist
Melissa was born and raised in New Brunswick, NJ, where art and music was a big part of her life. She combined her passion for live music and photography in college while attending shows with a camera in hand and eventually went in the direction of graphic design and publishing. The desire for concert photography never left, and in 2013 she began capturing national touring bands. She currently lives in Freehold, NJ and although concert photography remains her favorite, she also like to incorporate wildlife and portrait work as well. To learn more about Melissa, visit her on Instagram.
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BRI SKRILOFF
Photojournalist
Hi! My name is Bri, but you may know me by Honey Bri Photos. I am based out of Edison, New Jersey. I photographed many local bands from 2011-2012. I stopped to pursue my dream career of teaching. Now, 11 years later, after getting my degree and becoming tenured, I found my way back to my passion for concerts and photography. It is a dream come true to be able to do both of the things I love. Teacher by day, concert photographer by night!
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BILL BAUMANN
Photojournalist
Bill enjoys being a contributing photographer to APV. To learn more about Bill, visit him on social media.
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MARK KRAJNAK
Photojournalist
Mark Krajnak (pronounced Kray-Nack) shoots people, music, and events. He goes by JerseyStyle Photography and believes in the power of the image. To learn more about Mark, visit his blog.
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BARBARA CARRA
Photojournalist
Barbara, a Jersey based photographer and owner of Barbara Carra Photography, is thrilled to be a part of this incredible team at APV. As a life-long vocalist and avid concert goer, her love of music and art catapulted her into this perfect combination of worlds. Professionally, Barbara works as a freelance photographer capturing couples in love, happy families and more.
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GREGORY SCHWARTZ
Poet/Journalist
Rolling Stone: Featured picture Poet 2010 and Lyricist Gorky Park band Moscow Music Peace Festival 1989. 2007 Poet Laureate Asbury Park. Featured in the Steve Forbert Video "Sandy" and the front page story Asbury Park Press March 19 2002. Featured Article Asbury Park Press May 22 2009 and front page Asbury Park Press "Asbury Rock and Roll Poet" Aug.20.2012 Performance review (Summer Of Love) Aquarian 3-30-2011. Street Team promotion Innovation, Headcount Volunteer .And Live Nation Information Station PNC Bank Art Center. 2004-2012.
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JAMES DESALVO
Photojournalist
Raised in Brooklyn, NY in a community dedicated to service, sports and education. After traveling the US with a backpack in tow, serving in the USN and studying advertising in college, I followed my career path through the graphic arts industry surrounded by artists, writers and craftsmen. Today, my camera is my compass and music is my passion.
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JOHN MATLOSZ
Photojournalist
I grew up in the electric music scene of Asbury Park, NJ, drumming since the age of 5. As a performer, I am passionate about capturing the thrilling moments artists experience on stage. My interest in concert photography has immensely grown from building relationships with local bands and venues along the Jersey Shore. In 2023, I graduated from New York University with a degree in Music Business and am now a full-time professional in the music publishing industry. I'm proud to share my passion as a contributor to Asbury Park Vibes! There’s no other place like Asbury Park.
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THOM HALL
Photojournalist
Thom Hall is a South Jersey music photojournalist who captures the essence of live performances. With a background as a musician, his passion for music led him to photograph bands, bringing a unique perspective to every shot.
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GARY MILLER
In Loving Memory (1968-2022)
Past Contributors:
Steve Cerf, Carina Duffy, Marc Komito, Lori Stratton, Sandrine Desiderio, Anthony Vito Cosentino, Michael Ryan Kravetsky, Nick Scalera, Rose Lamela