About Joe Zook & BluesDeluxe

JoeZook&BluesDeluxe have been a mainstay of the East Coast blues scene since 1979.  

 JoeZook&BluesDeluxe, our mission is to provide an exceptional, true blues experience live. We strive to create an original, fun and engaging atmosphere for everyone involved, leaving lasting memories for years to come.

Our family of experienced musicians are passionate about what they do. They bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and a musical experience you soon won't forget. 

 Grew up in the Trenton/Ewing area. Joe is a veteran musician who also taught in the Trenton school district 27 years. He is twice inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame, and has led the band since 1978, opening for many greats, such as Muddy Waters, Buddy Guy, and dozens more.

New Jersey Hall of Fame member. 

Bassist and singer Billy "Blues Boy" Holt has been with Joe Zook and Blues Deluxe from the very beginning.

His walking and swing style playing drives this rhythm section.

 Coupled with his powerful vocals, he is an on-demand player performing with many Jersey musicians.

Steve Kaplan, AKA Barry Sacks, has been teaching and preforming music since 1972. 

Received a BA in Music Education from Montclair State College in 1980.

Steve has been part of the Blues Deluxe horn section since 2001 and has written some arrangements for Joe Zook's fabulous band.

Bob "Mose" Marsley, usually referred to as Mose, is an experienced, sought-after drummer and percussionist.

One of the original members of Blues Deluxe, Mose has returned to bringing his take on blues drumming.

Don Ober, often called “Tunes” or “Tuner” by many of his friends, due to his 35-year profession as a piano tuner, has been entertaining in bands since he played his first gig for his sixth-grade class graduation party. The opportunity to play along Joe Zook has been a wonderful opportunity for Don and he greatly appreciates the opportunity to play with such an excellent musician such as Joe.  Played in Maine in 2002 

 Playing saxophone, alto, soprano, tenor, since Junior HS. Born in Trenton, NJ. Played in many different venues and different styles of music throughout the years. Mainly playing jazz and blues in recent years with small and large groups from solo to duo to trio to quartet to quintet to big band. And with name groups such as the late Richie Cole Alto Madness Orchestra. Attended college with a BS in Liberal Arts as music for my major. Now enjoying my retirement years playing tenor saxophone with Joe Zook and the Blues Deluxe Band.