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BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 7/3/23


By Lazlo

originally published: 07/03/2023


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 releases by Ziggy Grover, Torment Of Giants, Sean Tobin, Pat Veil, and Chitinous Mandible. Plus a look back at "Cut You Out" by Hero Pattern.

Ziggy Grover - "Jetlag Loveletter". Few people sing like Ziggy Grover does. The emotion conveyed in their vocals gives me chills. The latest single, "Jetlag Loveletter", is a beautiful piece, with some lovely guzheng (Chinese plucked zither) courtesy of Yang Ling.

Torment Of Giants - "Darker Colors". "Darker Colors" is the first single off of Torment of Giants second studio album, "Lion Heart & Paper Tiger". If this song is indictive of the new album, then expect more kick-ass hard rock/punk rock!

Sean Tobin - "Song for the End of the World". Sean Tobin's latest single, "Song for the End of the World", may not be the most optimistic song lyrically, but it is a high energy folk rock song making the end of the world sound pleasant.

Pat Veil - "Hell". If there is a "Hell" it is not Pat Veil's latest album, which deftly masks some not so happy/optimistic lyrics within some earworms of hook laden new wave rock music.




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Chitinous Mandible - "Chitinous Mandible". Chitinous Mandible is the new project from Tom Herman Jr. (formerly Old Smile). The self-titled debut is a marvelous collection of chill-psychedelic rock. And make sure you check out the trippy videos for each song on their YouTube page.

Not New, But Memorable Corner

Hero Pattern - "Cut You Out" (2003). From 2001-2010 Hero Pattern was an incredible modern rock band with killer hooks and incredible harmonies. I have so many fond memories of this band and their music, but one that stands out and speaks to their harmonies was in 2007 when the all too short lived Wave Gathering was happening in Asbury Park, I was walking over to Asbury Lanes where they were scheduled to play and started hearing them singing the 4 part harmony chorus to one of their songs (if memory serves correctly it was "Not This Time"), and it was echoing of the all the buildings in the the then quiet city (this was just before Asbury park became a popular destination again). I ran towards the Lanes thinking I was missing the show, but as it turns out they were just warming up their voices outside before their set. I just stood there listening to them harmonizing and realizing how outstanding they were. Check out their 2003 debut album, "Cut You Out". Highlights include the aforementioned "Not This Time", "What Do You Have To Say", and "Not This Time".

That's all for this week.

Remember BlowUpRadio.com, plays these and many other New Jersey based artists on our internet radio station, so please check us out. #SupportGoodMusic - If you like any of the above artists, please purchase their music from their site. And if you would like to part of BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable, please send downloads or contact Lazlo at Lazlo-at-BlowUpRadio-dot-com. We're also on Mastodon at https://mstdn.social/@BlowUpRadio




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EVENT PREVIEWS

NJPAC

NJPAC presents An Evening with Kem, aka "Soul's Greatness"

(NEWARK, NJ) -- KEM, known as Soul's Greatness, will perform at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Friday, July 18, 2025. KEM's passion for music and the emotions he brings to life on stages worldwide have been a part of him since childhood, when he played the old piano at his grandfather's church. Showtime is 8:00pm.



Newton

Newton Theatre presents The Ultimate Queen Celebration

(NEWTON, NJ) -- The Ultimate Queen Celebration comes to The Newton Theatre on Friday, July 18, 2025. The band features vocalist Yvan Pedneault (endorsed by Queen) and backed by some of the finest musicians on the scene who have toured with the likes of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Rock of Ages, Cher and more. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 8:00pm.



NJPAC

NJPAC presents KEM with special guest Melania Fiona

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents a special evening with KEM, known as Soul's Greatness, on Friday, July 18, 2025 at 8:00pm. Special guest Melanie Fiona will open the night.



Jazz

Jazz Concert at Trenton City Museum will Feature the Joe Baione Vibraphone Experience

(TRENTON, NJ) -- Trenton City Museum will present a free jazz concert Friday, July 18, 2025 at the museum's Ellarslie Mansion in Cadwalader Park. Featuring world-renowned vibraphonist Joe Baione, the Joe Baione Vibraphone Experience is the first group to perform in a series of jazz events leading up to the museum's 2026 TRENTON MAKES JAZZ exhibition, in collaboration with the City of Trenton.



Blues

Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms to Play Tour with Spin Doctors

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Multi-platinum rock legends Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms have joined forces for an electrifying co-headlining summer tour. Currently headlining The 90s Cruise at sea, the bands behind iconic hits like "Run-Around" and "Hey Jealousy" have announced a 30-date tour set to kick off on Friday, July 4 at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Locally, the tour comes to Ocean Casino Resort's Ovation Hall on Saturday, July 19, 2025.



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Jax

Jax Hollow

Saturday, July 19, 2025 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton, NJ 08087
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A Night of Worship with Bishop William Murphy - Live in Concert!

Saturday, July 19, 2025 @ 7:00pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC)
11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Joanna

Joanna Connor

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton, NJ 08087
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Lynette

Lynette Sheard - ​​​​​​​Gatsby Reimagined

Thursday, July 24, 2025 @ 7:30pm
The Morris Museum Back Deck
6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, NJ 07960
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Back to the Eighties Show with Jessie’s Girl

Thursday, July 24, 2025 @ 7:30pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
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