Robert Bandiera (born October 19, 1953) is an American rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter from New Jersey.

Bandiera played rhythm guitar for Bon Jovi in live performances from 2005 until 2015[1][2] and for over two decades was lead guitarist for Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes.

[7][8] In 1985, Bandiera replaced Billy Rush as guitarist for Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes but in 2010 left the band.

Bandiera has had an active solo career, releasing three albums and often playing during Springsteen's Asbury Park holiday shows of the early 2000s.

[6] His most famous song is "C'mon Caroline," which he co-wrote with Bob Burger, another talented Jersey shore musician.