July 08 2026 by Jon Fadem
Jon Fadem is a guitarist who has recently released an all-original album called ‘Thankful’, available on all platforms. He plays in the bands Life After Dead: Grateful Dead Tribute and Start Making Sense. For more info, his website is jonfadem.com.
Joe Jackson and his powerhouse band delivered an unforgettable performance last night at the State Theatre in New Brunswick, NJ.
On this current tour, Jack is backed by Teddy Kumpel (guitar), Graham Maby (bass), Doug Yowell (drums), and Felipe Fournier (percussion), Jackson has assembled a world-class lineup capable of totally nailing his complex, often idiosyncratic arrangements.
Jackson’s vocals and keyboard work were razor-sharp, driving a seamless setlist that never lost momentum. Check out this clip of “Target” from the ‘Night and Day’ album—one of my all-time favorites.
Setlist
Is She Really Going Out With Him? (Joe Jackson piano solo)
It’s Different for Girls (Joe Jackson w/Graham Maby on bass)
Welcome to Burning-by-Sea
I’m Not Sorry
Another World
Fabulous People (Joe explained meaning behind song first)
Fool
Sunday Papers
The Face
Strange Land
Be My Number Two
Real Men (Joe flubbed lyric in 6th verse, started over saying, “Sorry”)
End of the Pier (Joe explained meaning behind song first)
Look Sharp!
Target
Steppin’ Out (song ended w/each musician leaving stage one by one, leaving only the percussionist)
Encore
Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) (David Bowie cover)
You Can’t Get What You Want (Till You Know What You Want)
Home Town (Joe Jackson piano solo)
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