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PHOTOS from Gin Blossoms and Blues Traveler at Stone Pony Summer Stage

by Julie Hoffman
published 2026-08-21

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms and Spin Doctors brought a wave of '90s nostalgia to The Stone Pony Summer Stage in Asbury Park on August 6, 2026, drawing a wall-to-wall crowd for a night built around songs that have been part of fans' lives for decades.




 

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Tide and the Moon" by Cory Blair

by Bob Makin
published 2026-08-21

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Tide and the Moon" from "Midheaven," the debut EP of Asbury Park singer-songwriter Cory Blair.



Edmar Castañeda Quartet to Bring Colombian Roots and Jazz to McCarter on September 12th

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Colombian-born harpist, composer, and bandleader Edmar Castañeda has redefined what the harp can do in contemporary jazz, using the instrument to create rhythm, bass, harmony, and melody. A Latin GRAMMY nominee, Castañeda brings his quartet to McCarter Theatre's Berlind Theatre on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 7:30pm. Among his many credits, he performed and served as a music consultant for Disney's Encanto.



Makin Waves with Laurie Berkner: Understanding Children's Natural Rhythms & Energy

by Bob Makin
published 2026-08-20

It’s a banner year for the "Queen of Kids' Music," Laurie Berkner! Hot on the heels of releasing her 18th album, "Walking With The Penguins," Laurie is back with a treasure trove of even more original songs that encourage imagination, movement, and singing along. Laurie's new EP, "I Got Invited," will be out Sept. 4.



PHOTOS from Koe Wetzel at The Rooftop at Pier 17

by Mat Katz
published 2026-08-20

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Koe Wetzel brought his The Night Champion World Tour to The Rooftop at Pier 17 in New York City on August 12, 2026. The lineup included Shane Smith and the Saints, Bayker Blankeship, and Logan Jahnke. Photographer Mat Katz was on hand to take photos.
















 

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All-4-One - Mayor's Summer Concert Series

Thursday, August 27, 2026 @ 7:00pm
Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage Rahway, NJ