New Jersey Stage logo
New Jersey Stage Menu



MUSIC ARTICLES

Showing music results: From 10 to 20



 

Latin Legends Tribute to Shakira and Selena Comes to The Strand Theater

(LAKEWOOD, NJ) -- Two of the most iconic voices in Latin music history will share the same stage—at least in spirit—when Latin Legends: Tribute to Shakira and Selena arrives at The Strand Center for the Arts on Friday, September 26, 2025 at 8:00pm.



Philadelphia Folk Festival Announces Complete Lineup for The Main Stage Evening Concerts

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- The 62nd Philadelphia Folk Festival is excited to announce the complete lineup of artists performing on the Main Stage Evening Concerts during the weekend of August 15-17, 2025 at the Old Pool Farm in Upper Salford Township. Newly added artists include Alejandro Escovedo; Cedric Watson et Bijou Creole; Eileen Ivers; The Gibson Brothers; The Lee Boys; and Ordinary Elephant. Veteran Philadelphia area singer-songwriter, John Flynn, will emcee the Main Stage for the festival weekend as well as perform.



West Windsor Arts presents Summer Music and More with Swara

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- West Windsor Arts presents Summer Music and More with Swara (a multi-genre Indian American band) on Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 5:00pm - 7:30pm at the Nassau Park Pavilion. Dan Kassel and Friends featuring Johnny Zarfati will open the night. 



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "My Place" by Des & the Swagmatics

by Bob Makin
published 2025-06-27

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "My Place," the latest single from Des & the Swagmatics on Telegraph Hill Records.








Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...6/26/25

by Danny Coleman
published 2025-06-26

"It was such a cool concept that I jumped at the chance when our record label / manager said, "I'd like you to do a second "Friends & Family" and it was like, "Hey!" Because, to be able to pick from some of the top and best bands of the late '60s and '70s, pick a song and lovingly and respectfully recreate it whether it's exactly the same or we play around with it a little bit is just such a cool idea and so much fun and I loved making the second one."



RECAP: Moe. at Count Basie Center for the Arts 6/21/25 as part of North to Shore Festival

by Chris Paul
published 2025-06-26

Chris Paul has photos and a recap of Moe. at Count Basie Center for the Arts 6/21/25 as part of North to Shore Festival.



2025 Summer Jazz Room Series at William Paterson University

(WAYNE, NJ) -- WP Presents has announced the lineup for its 2025 Summer Jazz Room Series at the Shea Center for Performing Arts, which takes place from July 21-25. The season includes performances by The Dan Pugach Big Band, Manuel Valera and New Cuban Express, April May Webb and Sounds of A & R, The Dayne Stephens Quartet, and Wycliffe Gordon and Friends.



An Interview with Zebra who Plays Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center on Friday

by Bob Makin
published 2025-06-25

Formed in New Orleans in 1975, the hard rock band Zebra are on a 50th anniversary tour that will bring them to the URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center on Friday, June 27, 2025. Sharing the bill will be Angel and Starz. Showtime is 7:00pm.



West Windsor Arts Announces 2025 Summer Music and More Series

​​​​​​​(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- West Windsor Arts is kicking off another season of free, family-friendly entertainment with the return of its popular Summer Music and More concert series. This year's series features unique concerts showcasing local talent, diverse musical genres and fun art activities for all ages—perfect for making lasting summer memories.