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This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts Taking Place July 18-24, 2023

originally published: 07/18/2023


Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from July 18 to July 24, 2023 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas. Click on the title to go to the full preview.

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EVENT PREVIEWS

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 - bergenPAC presents WAR on July 18th. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents WAR on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 8:00pm. New Jersey blues legend, Billy Hector, will open the night. Tickets range from $45-$105.

Sunday, July 23, 2023 - The Vogel presents Rhett Miller Acoustic. (RED BANK, NJ) -- The Vogel presents Rhett Miller Acoustic on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at 7:30pm. The Texas native is perhaps best known as the frontman of the Dallas-based alt-country band the Old 97’s, although he has also pursued a critically acclaimed solo career.




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Wednesday, July 19, 2023 - Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Brandon "Taz" Niederauer. (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- On Wednesday, July 19, 2023 the Lizzie Rose Music Room presents an all-ages show starring twenty year old guitar slinger Brandon "Taz" Niederauer. Nicknamed "Taz" for his ferocious guitar playing, he is living proof that dreams really can come true.

Wednesday, July 19, 2023 - OGCMA Presents Young Organist Isabella Isza Wu. (OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- As part of the Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association’s ongoing organ concert series, young organist Isabella Isza Wu will make her Ocean Grove debut on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 7:30pm. This is a free recital. The Great Auditorium is located at Pilgrim and Ocean Pathways in Ocean Grove NJ. All facilities are handicapped accessible.

Thursday, July 20, 2023 - The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials. (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- Electrifying Chicago blues masters Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials - recently named by the Chicago Reader as the city's 2022 Blues Band Of the Year - will perform live at The Lizzie Rose Music Room in Tuckerton on Thursday, July 20, 2023. Tickets are $35 advance and $40 at the door. Showtime is 7:30pm.

Friday, July 21, 2023 - The Newton Theatre presents Magical Mystery Doors. (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Magical Mystery Doors on Friday, July 21, 2023 at 8:00pm. Magical Mystery Doors is a tribute act that blends and layers the music of three legendary bands (The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and The Doors) to create something new and unique for music fans everywhere.

Friday, July 21, 2023 - Monmouth County Park System presents a Tribute to the 70s with The Discoteks. (LINCROFT, NJ) -- The Monmouth County Park System will present a Tribute to the 70s with The Discoteks at the Thompson Park Theater Barn, 805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, on Friday, July 21, 2023 from 7:00pm-8:30pm. Dance the night away as this dynamic band performs hits from the golden era of seventies' disco and best of Motown. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, food and soft drinks. The concert is outdoors but will move inside the Theater Barn if the weather is inclement.

Saturday, July 22, 2023 - Troubadours to Perform The Music Of Carole King And James Taylor at The Newton Theatre. (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Troubadours (the music of Carole King and James Taylor) on Saturday, July 22 at 8:00pm. The music is brought to you by two bands joining together for an unforgettable performance: Home Again - A Tribute to the Music of Carole King, and Steamroller - The Music of James Taylor.




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Saturday, July 22, 2023 - White Eagle Hall presents Colombian artist Jessie Uribe in Concert. (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Colombian Popular Music singer Jessi Uribe has announced a July 22, 2023 show at White Eagle Hall in Jersey City, NJ, celebrating Colombia's Independence Day weekend. Uribe returns to White Eagle Hall after his March 2022 show became the venue's first ever Latin music concert.

Saturday, July 22, 2023 - Counting Crows and Dashboard Confessional to Perform Shows In Holmdel and Atlantic City. (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- After last year's release of the critically acclaimed album All The Truth That I Can Tell, a massive co-headline tour with Jimmy Eat World, and a performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Dashboard Confessional is now out on their tour alongside world-renowned rock band Counting Crows for the Banshee Season Tour. After years of collaboration, Dashboard Confessional is excited to be joining their long-time friends in Counting Crows for this North American tour. The tour comes to the PNC Bank in Holmdel on July 6th and the Borgata Event Center in Atlantic City on July 22, 2023.

Saturday, July 22, 2023 - West Windsor Arts presents Jakeya Limitless. (WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- West Windsor Arts presents the next concert in the Summer Music and More 2023 series on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at the Nassau Park Pavilion. This FREE event features performances by Dan Kassel and headliner Jakeya Limitless. Showtime is 4:00pm. In case of rain, the next day will serve as a raindate.

Saturday, July 22, 2023 - Award-winning Vocal Ensemble Chanticleer to Perform in Morristown. (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The multiple GRAMMY® Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer will be performing at St. Mary’s Abbey in Morristown on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at 7:00pm. The concert is being presented by Music in the Somerset Hills (MISH), a nonprofit dedicated to bringing quality musical programs to the area.

Monday, July 24, 2023 - Billy Joel's Residence at MSG to Continue in July. (NEW YORK, NY) -- Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSGE) announced that by overwhelming demand, legendary musician and MSG franchise Billy Joel has added another show as part of his record-breaking residency at The World’s Most Famous Arena on July 24, 2023. The July show will mark Joel’s 92nd monthly and 138th lifetime show at The Garden.

Monday, July 24, 2023 - Ocean County Library to Present Kevin Kelley & Friends at Point Pleasant Beach Band Shell. (POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ) -- Enjoy live music under the midsummer stars. The Ocean County Library Point Pleasant Beach Branch will present Kevin Kelley and Friends at the borough Band Shell, Arnold Avenue near Baltimore Avenue, on Monday, July 24. The concert begins at 7:00pm.

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EVENT LISTINGS

​​​​​​​Tuesday, July 18, 2023 @ 8:00pm - Andy Grammer: The New Money Tour at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 @ 8:00pm - WAR at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631

Wednesday, July 19, 2023 @ 7:00pm - Tony Mart Presents Mardi Gras AC: George Porter Jr and The Runnin' Pardners at Kennedy Plaza, 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401




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Wednesday, July 19, 2023 @ 7:30pm - South Orange Summer Nights: Water Towers, presented by SOPAC at Floods Hill in Meadowlands Park, 100 N Ridgewood Rd, South Orange, NJ 07079

Thursday, July 20, 2023 @ 8:00pm - Donny Osmond at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960

Friday, July 21, 2023 @ 8:00pm - POP 2000 TOUR with Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, O-Town, BBMak, Ryan Cabrera & LFO at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631

Saturday, July 22, 2023 @ 8:00pm - The Marshall Tucker Band at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631

Sunday, July 23, 2023 @ 7:30pm - Rhett Miller Acoustic with Special Guest Salim Nourallah at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701


EVENT PREVIEWS

(AVENEL, NJ) -- The dynamic trio of Pat Guadagno, James Maddock, and Lisa Bouchelle, accompanied by a powerhouse band of 'First Call' musicians, including Saturday Night Live drummer Shawn Pelton, come together to deliver 20,000 Roads: The Music of Gram Parsons, a soulful and heartfelt celebration of the timeless catalog of one of American music's most influential pioneers. The show comes to the Avenel Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 7:30pm.
Bergen Pop/Rock Ensemble Brings Revives the

Bergen Pop/Rock Ensemble Brings Revives the '90s with The Roots of Pop & Rock Volume III

(PARAMUS, NJ) -- Bergen Community College's talented Pop/Rock Ensemble returns to the stage for one electrifying night of '90s favorites with The Roots of Pop & Rock Volume III, a live tribute to the unforgettable sounds of this influential decade. Join the ensemble on a journey back to a time when alternative rock reshaped mainstream radio and pop music soared to new creative heights. The diverse array of artists being paid tribute to will run the gamut from Nirvana and Green Day to No Doubt and the Spice Girls to Selena and Shakira.
South Jersey Jazz Society to Honor Bob Ferguson

South Jersey Jazz Society to Honor Bob Ferguson

(LINWOOD, NJ) -- The South Jersey Jazz Society will honor Bob Ferguson with the 2026 "George Mesterhazy" Jazz Master award at a gala event to be held on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Linwood Country Club starting at 6:30pm.
South Jersey Jazz Association To Honor Bob Ferguson At Awards Ceremony on April 30th

South Jersey Jazz Association To Honor Bob Ferguson At Awards Ceremony on April 30th

(LINWOOD, NJ) -- The South Jersey Jazz Society will honor trumpeter Bob Ferguson with the 2026 George Mesterhazy Jazz Master Award at a gala event on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Linwood Country Club. The award, named for a much-beloved local jazz pianist who made a lasting mark on the great American art form of jazz, is given to individuals who have greatly contributed to the performance of jazz both locally and nationally.
Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Alastair Green on April 30th

Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Alastair Green on April 30th

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Alastair Greene on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:30pm. A native of Santa Barbara,California and now residing in Austin, Greene has ridden his Blues-soaked rock into the 21st century, traversing a constantly changing global (and musical) landscape.
Hey Bulldog to Pay Tribute to The Beatles at Liberty Science Center

Hey Bulldog to Pay Tribute to The Beatles at Liberty Science Center

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Hey Bulldog will perform a tribute to The Beatles in the Planetarium at Liberty Science Center on Thursday, April 30, 2026 from 8:00pm to 10:00pm. Come see one of the area's best Beatles cover bands perform some good old fashioned no fuss rock and roll!
Ocean Casino Resort presents UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell

Ocean Casino Resort presents UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Fronted by the unmistakable voice of Ali Campbell, UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell will be bringing their Big Love Tour to Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City with Matisyahu on Friday, May 1, 2026. Showtime is 9:00pm.
Tuckerton Porchfest returns May 2nd with Music, Poetry, Art & Community along Main Street

Tuckerton Porchfest returns May 2nd with Music, Poetry, Art & Community along Main Street

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- Tuckerton Porchfest returns on Saturday, May 2, 2026 (rain date: May 3rd) from 11:00am to 4:00pm, transforming Main Street into a vibrant, walkable celebration of local creativity. Featuring live music, poetry, visual art, vendors, and community experiences, this grassroots festival invites attendees to explore multiple porch stages hosted by local businesses and residents.
Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Cold Shot on Saturday

Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Cold Shot on Saturday

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Cold Shot on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 7:30pm. The band is dedicated to capturing the electrifying energy and soulful sound of legendary Texas blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan.
bergenPAC presents Six-Time Tony Award (R) Winner Audra McDonald on May 3rd

bergenPAC presents Six-Time Tony Award (R) Winner Audra McDonald on May 3rd

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Six-time Tony Award® winner Audra McDonald will play a one-night-only concert at bergenPAC (Bergen Performing Arts Center) on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 7:00pm.

 

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