10 Artists We’re Most Excited About at Sea.Hear.Now 2025

Every year, Sea.Hear.Now Festival brings an incredible mix of rock, alternative, and indie acts to Asbury Park, New Jersey—and 2025 is no different. With a lineup led by Blink-182, Hozier, LCD Soundsystem, and Alabama Shakes, plus a stacked roster of legendary and rising artists, this festival is shaping up to be unforgettable.

Here are 10 artists we’re most excited about and why we can’t wait to see them perform.

1. Blink-182

Pop-punk legends Blink-182 are back and bigger than ever. With their 2023 reunion album One More Time… marking the return of Tom DeLonge, they’ve been riding high on nostalgia and new bangers. Their 2025 tour has been a massive success, proving they still own the stage.
Why you should see them: It’s Blink-182! Their live shows are packed with energy, inside jokes, and mosh pits. Expect a mix of classics like “All The Small Things” and newer anthems that hit just as hard​

2. Hozier

The Irish singer-songwriter is fresh off his Unreal Unearth tour, and fans are still buzzing from his “Too Sweet” single topping the charts. His blend of folk, blues, and poetic lyricism makes his performances nothing short of magical.
Why you should see them: If you’ve ever heard “Take Me to Church” live, you know his vocals are otherworldly. Seeing him against the backdrop of the ocean? Pure bliss​

3. LCD Soundsystem

James Murphy and company are back with a vengeance. LCD Soundsystem has been teasing new music, and their festival sets always turn into full-blown dance parties.
Why you should see them: Few bands blur the line between rock and electronic music like LCD. If you’re not screaming “Daft Punk Is Playing at My House” at the top of your lungs, are you even at the festival?​

4. Alabama Shakes

The return of Brittany Howard and Alabama Shakes is a big deal. After Howard’s solo success, the band is making a powerful comeback.
Why you should see them: Alabama Shakes bring soul, grit, and powerhouse vocals like no other. If they play “Hold On,” prepare for goosebumps​

5. Lenny Kravitz

Rock god Lenny Kravitz never slows down. With a new album Blue Electric Light coming this year, he’s ready to bring the funk, soul, and guitar solos we crave.
Why you should see them: Lenny’s live show is a masterclass in cool—expect smooth grooves, iconic fashion, and serious shredding​

6. Sublime

Sublime is back with Jakob Nowell, the son of late frontman Bradley Nowell, stepping in on vocals. They’ve been keeping the band’s legacy alive with new tours and projects.
Why you should see them: If you love “Santeria” and “What I Got,” you know their sun-soaked ska-punk vibes will be perfect for a festival by the beach​

7. ZZ Top

The bearded rockers haven’t lost a step, and their bluesy, riff-heavy anthems still get the crowd moving.
Why you should see them: Seeing “La Grange” or “Sharp Dressed Man” live is a bucket-list experience. Plus, they prove rock & roll never dies​

8. Remi Wolf

Indie pop’s wildest personality is bringing her quirky, high-energy sound to Asbury Park. Her album “Big Ideas” has been making waves, and her live shows are pure joy.
Why you should see them: Expect colorful visuals, killer vocals, and danceable beats. If you need a mid-day serotonin boost, this is the set to catch​

9. TV On The Radio

The art-rock legends have been quiet for a few years, but their return to the festival circuit is exciting.
Why you should see them: If they dust off “Wolf Like Me” or “Staring at the Sun,” prepare for a massive, cathartic singalong​

10. Public Enemy

Chuck D and crew redefined hip-hop and are still bringing hard-hitting beats and socially charged anthems to the stage.
Why you should see them: Seeing “Fight The Power” performed live is a history lesson and a movement all in one​.

With an eclectic mix of rock, hip-hop, punk, indie, and blues, Sea.Hear.Now 2025 is bringing one of its best lineups yet. Whether you’re crowd-surfing to Blink-182, swaying to Hozier, or grooving to Lenny Kravitz, there’s something for everyone.

See you at Asbury Park!