The origin story of Mama D & the Vexations began back in late 2012 when Donna Ward & John Holmok were both teachers at a local music school…
Read moreVenue Spotlight: Pub 17 and Lounge
Mama D is returning to Bergen County this fall! The space at 1315 NJ Route 17 has seen many transformations in recent years.
Read moreMama D & The Vexations – Summer 2023
It’s that time of year: the smells of fresh cut grass and the sounds of the ice cream truck circling the neighborhood. Which can only mean one thing: it’s summer in NJ and time to enjoy some local live music! We are happy to announce our jam-packed Summer performance schedule, which includes private events and some new venues, as well as some of our old favorites.
Read more2022 Year in Review
As we wrap up a busy 2022, we hope you are making plans to celebrate the new year with us at The Laundromat on 1/7/23! We are grateful to have been able to play over 25 shows for you over the past 12 months, including 5 new venues and 5 private events.
Read moreMusician Spotlight: Eden Mendez
Eden is an elementary music teacher by day, and a professional singer by night!
Read moreMusician Spotlight: Rachel Guerra
We are happy to introduce Rachel Guerra, who will be filling in for Donna during her maternity leave. Rachel actually first performed with The Vexations at a private event in 2019, and is thrilled to be back with the band again.
Read moreOutdoor Concert Season is Upon Us!
Dust off your lawn chair and shake off your blanket! Outdoor concert season is finally upon us, and you have so many options to enjoy your favorite Mama D tunes in fabulous towns across NJ!
Read moreVenue Spotlight: 22 West Tap and Grill
Look out, Somerset County! Mama D is coming your way. The full band will be making their debut at 22 West Tap and Grill, located on route 22 in Bound Brook, right near the Bridgewater border.
Read more2021 Year in Review
As the air chills and we wrap up a busy 2021, you only have one more chance to see the full band live! We are grateful to have been able to play almost 30 shows for you over the past 12 months, and we thought we’d shine some light on the highlights of this past year:
Read moreThe Next Station Stop Is…
Mama D & The Vexations is making their way up and down the Morristown Line!
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