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NJPAC presents Latin Star Natalia Lafourcade

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents the world-renowned singer, songwriter, and music producer Natalia Lafourcade on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 8:00pm. She is one of this century's most influential voices in Latin popular culture.





 

Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory Charm and Rock The Stone Pony!

by Al Nigrin
published 2025-02-06

Sharon Van Etten, backed by The Attachment Theory, made a triumphant return to New Jersey when she rocked a packed house at the venerable Stone Pony music venue in Asbury Park on February 4, 2025. 



Kelsea Ballerini to Perform Shows in Philly and Newark

(NEWARK, NJ) -- After selling out her special PATTERNS release show at New York City's iconic Madison Square Garden in minutes, Kelsea Ballerini has turned her focus to a 2025 tour and taking her already captivating live show to another level. The four-time GRAMMY nominee and multiple Country Music Association Award winner has announced a 30-city, three-month arena tour that comes to Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on February 10, 2025 and Prudential Center in Newark on February 18, 2025.



Jersey Arts Podcast: New Jersey Symphony Puts the 'Tunes' in 'Looney Tunes'

by Maddie Orton, JerseyArts.com
published 2025-02-06

35 years ago–well before orchestras performing film scores became popular–George Daugherty and his husband and producing partner David Wong developed Bugs Bunny at the Symphony. The concept was new at the time: a world-class orchestra would play full cartoon scores live alongside the films. It was an instant hit.



Drew University presents Valentine's Weekend Concert with The Duprees

(MADISON, NJ) -- New Jersey's Ambassadors of Love Songs, The Duprees have been entertaining audiences for over 60 years with their unique and timeless sounds, which include some of the most memorable romantic doo-wop classics. You can close out your Valentine Day's weekend by seeing them perform at the Concert Hall at Drew University on Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 3:00pm.





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SoundSurge: An Epic Mutual Aid Concert to Hit LBI in February

(LONG BEACH ISLAND, NJ) -- Get ready for a musical revolution this winter! On Sunday, February 16, 2025, Joe Pop's Shore Bar in Ship Bottom will host SoundSurge, a dynamic and unforgettable mutual aid concert event featuring the release of Chris Rockwell's album Rockwell Rebel Radio II, a new single from singer/songwriter Izzy Miz, and the official launch of Soundsmith Records, an Ocean County based black-owned record label created by educator and recording artist Chill Smith. This amped-up celebration will also serve as a goods & supply drive, supporting the community by collecting food and items benefiting local non-profit Bright Harbor Healthcare's Street Outreach Services (SOS) program in Ocean County.



The Dryden Ensemble presents "A 26-Course Feast: Baroque Lute Duets"

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Dryden Ensemble returns with its new artistic director, Daniel Swenberg, in a program entitled "A 26-Course Feast: Baroque Lute Duets" on Sunday, February 16, 2025 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation (50 Cherry Hill Road) in Princeton. Showtime is 4:00pm. Admission is free, though donations will be gratefully accepted.



The Dryden Ensemble Welcomes a New Era with Artistic Director Daniel Swenberg

​​​​​​​The Dryden Ensemble is entering an exciting new chapter as lutenist Daniel Swenberg steps into the role of artistic director, succeeding founder and former artistic director Jane McKinley. With a commitment to historically informed performances and innovative programming, Swenberg brings a fresh vision while preserving the ensemble's dedication to Baroque chamber music.



Westminster Conservatory to host free recitals for piano and flute

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Westminster Conservatory of Music will host two upcoming recitals; both are free and open to the public.



Count Basie Center for the Arts presents George Thorogood & The Destroyers on February 18th

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents George Thorogood & The Destroyers on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 8:00pm. Led by Thorogood's gravelly vocals, the band which includes Jeff Simon, Bill Blough, Jim Suhler, and Buddy Leach, has been a staple on rock radio for decades.