The memory
The Melody Bar, located on French Street in New Brunswick, New Jersey, was a vibrant live music and dance club that operated from March 1981 until its sudden closure in 2001. The venue was initially a neighborhood bar serving the Hungarian community before being transformed by owners Cal Levine and Steve Flaks. They retained the name "Melody" after the daughter of the previous owners. The club quickly became a hotspot for alternative rock, goth, punk, New Wave, and post-punk music, drawing a diverse crowd of artists and music enthusiasts. DJs at the Melody Bar spun tracks by iconic bands like The Smiths, The Cure, and Depeche Mode, and the club's small dance floor was often packed with energetic patrons.
The Melody Bar was frequented by notable figures from the art and music scenes, including Miles Hunt of The Wonder Stuff, Mick Jones of The Clash, and Beat generation poet Gregory Corso and former Rutgers student, James Gandolfini. MTV's late-night alternative music presenter and local radio personality Matt Pinfield also deejayed at the club before his rise to fame, attracting large crowds. The venue was not only a music hub but also a space for visual art, showcasing works from local artists and students from Mason Gross School of the Arts. Despite its popularity, the Melody Bar faced challenges due to changing city ordinances and economic pressures, leading to its closure in 2001. Technically not the Shore, but still, frequented by many shore area residents over the years. The club remains a cherished memory for many who experienced its unique and eclectic atmosphere.
Fit and sizing
- Cut
- Unisex, true to size
- Stretch
- Low stretch
- Length
- Medium
- Sleeve
- Long
- Neck
- Hooded
Measurements are of the garment laid flat. Match your chest measurement to the chest column. Between two sizes? Take the larger one.
| CHEST WIDTH (inches) | LENGTH (inches) | |
| S | 20 | 27 |
| M | 21 | 28 |
| L | 23 | 29 |
| XL | 25 | 30 |
| 2XL | 26 ½ | 31 |
| 3XL | 28 | 32 |
Fabric and print
- Fabric
- Cotton
- Care
- Machine washable
Who knew that the softest hoodie you'll ever own comes with such a cool design. You won't regret buying this classic streetwear piece of apparel with a convenient pouch pocket and warm hood for chilly evenings.
• 100% cotton face
• 65% ring-spun cotton, 35% polyester
• Front pouch pocket
• Self-fabric patch on the back
• Matching flat drawstrings
• 3-panel hood
• Blank product sourced from Pakistan
Disclaimer: This hoodie runs small. For the perfect fit, we recommend ordering one size larger than your usual size.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
The graphic is printed direct to garment, one shirt at a time, after you order it.
Shipping and returns
Printed to order. Nothing sits in a warehouse. Your shirt is printed after you buy it and ships directly from the print facility, not from the Jersey Shore. Expect a few days of production before it ships, then normal transit time. Shipping is calculated at checkout.
Returns
Thank you for choosing Jersey Shore Memories for your nostalgia fix! Please be aware that our products are custom printed to order, making returns or exchanges a bit tricky. We highly recommend checking our detailed size charts before making a purchase, as all sales are considered final unless you receive incorrect or defective merchandise. Rest assured, if there’s an error on our end, we’ll swiftly make it right. We appreciate your understanding and support!
Please contact us at gettheshirt@jsmemories.com if you have received an incorrect, defective or damaged item.
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