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Blue Hawk Records to Release 26th Compilation

originally published: 12/04/2025


(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Blue Hawk Records, Monmouth University's student-run record label, is releasing their 26th regular semester compilation album on Friday, December 5, 2025. This is another great record with 5 new original tracks by students from across the university. The diverse collection of songs is spirited, well-crafted, and is sure to be at the top of your playlist.

To celebrate the release of Blue Hawk Records Vol. 26 Down To Earth, BHR is hosting a release party on Friday, December 5th in the Woods Theatre. The event begins at 7:00pm.

The students involved in the Fall 2025 Record Label Strategies class and the BHR organization would love for you to join them as they present their work, including Q&A with artists, live performances, food and giveaways. 

You can pre-save Blue Hawk Records vol. 26 Down To Earth, here. he record will be available on all streaming platforms on Friday, December 5th.

The Woods Theatre is located at 400 Cedar Avenue in West Long Branch, New Jersey on the campus of Monmouth University.



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