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​​​​​​​Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Not a Good Woman" by Emerson Woolf & the Wishbones

by Bob Makin - published 2024-01-26

"Not a Good Woman," the title track of Asbury Park-based Emerson Woolf & the Wishbones' debut EP, is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.


 
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Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...1/25/24

by Danny Coleman - published 2024-01-25

"We finished the summer out with Blues Traveler for about a month and a half out on the West Coast and we are now gearing up to release a new album towards the end of May and as you mentioned, we have some singles kind of trickling their way out; we just released the second one, which is called, "Her Way Out."  

This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts Taking Place January 23-30, 2024

Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from January 23 to January 30, 2024 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.

BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 1/22/24

by Lazlo - published 2024-01-22

Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Signal Valley, Silver06, Michael Brett, Chad Sabo, Aaron Pinto, and Modern Crybaby. Plus a look back at "Latch Key Kid" by Dog Food.

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Outside" by Kanak

by Bob Makin - published 2024-01-19

With a new video, "Outside," the first single from Kanak's forthcoming Ed Stasium-produced EP, is the Makin Waves Song of the Week


 

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Makin Waves Album of the Month: "Raspberry Park" by The Weeklings

by Bob Makin - published 2024-01-19

The Weeklings vibrant new concept album, "Raspberry Park" on JEM Records, would be cause for celebration alone, but there's even more to celebrate because their album release party coincides with the Light of Day Festival's annual Asbury Angels Induction Ceremony. Joining in the joint festivities on Jan. 19 at The Stone Pony will be Dramarama, Joe P., Joe Grushecky & the Houserockers, Joe D'Urso & Stone Caravan, Ten Ton Mojo, Midnight Callers, Evan Rotella, Ben Arnold, Bob Polding & Gary Oleyar, Jon Caspi and Mike Rocket.

Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...1/18/24

by Danny Coleman - published 2024-01-18

"I was a radio DJ when I was younger and now I am in Paris, France; maybe you will come here one day," laughed The Salt Collective's Stephane Schuck as he gave a bit of the band's history prior to their two area shows this week in Pennsylvania and Saturday January 20 at Jersey City's White Eagle Hall. 

This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts Taking Place January 16-23, 2024

Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from January 16-23, 2024 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.

BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 1/15/24

by Lazlo - published 2024-01-15

Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by The Stewart Dolly, sparks fly from a kiss, Indeyevid, and Part-Time Custodian. Plus a look back at "Winter Kills" by The Whirling Dervishes.

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "All Fired Up" by Wiser Time

by Bob Makin - published 2024-01-12

Wiser Time, aka Carmen Sclafani, is the Makin Waves Song of the Week with the title track single of his forthcoming EP, "All Fired Up."




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Basie

Basie Center to Honor Kate Pierson and Fred Schneider of The B-52s, Dramarama on Walk of Fame

(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Count Basie Center for the Arts will honor Kate Pierson and Fred Schneider of The B-52s and Dramarama by welcoming them onto its Walk of Fame. Pierson and Schneider will be inducted during a special ceremony on Friday, July 10, 2026 at 12:00pm, outside the historic theater in Red Bank, ahead of The B-52s’ concert at ParkStage in Freehold on Saturday, July 11. Dramarama, also performing at that concert, will be presented with a commemorative plaque at the show.



Outpost

Outpost in the Burbs presents Leyla McCalla on September 24th

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) — Outpost in the Burbs presents Leyla McCalla on Thursday, September 24th, 2026 at 7:30pm at the First Congregational Church in Montclair. Born in New York City to Haitian emigrants and activists, Leyla McCalla finds inspiration from her past and present– her music vibrates with three centuries of history and influences from around the globe.



Free

Free Concerts to be Held Throughout 4th of July Weekend in Jersey City

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Four free live music events will be held in Jersey City parks throughout the 4th of July weekend, featuring a diverse lineup of American music. The series is curated and produced by Riverview Jazz and is presented by the City of Jersey City and Exchange Place Alliance.



Summer

Summer Jazz: Drummer Joe Farnsworth and Special Guests at William Paterson

For more than three decades, Joe Farnsworth has been one of the most admired drummers in modern jazz, revered for his superb technique, driving swing, and unwavering commitment to the jazz tradition. A Massachusetts native mentored by legendary drummers Alan Dawson, Arthur Taylor, and Jimmy Lovelace, Farnsworth has appeared on nearly 400 recordings and performed with an astonishing array of jazz masters, including McCoy Tyner, Benny Golson, Pharoah Sanders, Cedar Walton, Harold Mabern, and Wynton Marsalis. He is also a founding member of the acclaimed hard bop collective, One for All, alongside longtime musical associates tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander, trombonist Steve Davis, the late trumpeter Jim Rotondi, and pianist David Hazeltine.



MPAC's

MPAC's Summer 2026 Preview

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- From the versatility of Tony winner Darren Criss, the comedy of Abbott Elementary's Janelle James and the nostalgic hits of the Grateful Dead, ABBA and more, Mayo Performing Arts Center's summer lineup features a diverse set of performances and events.