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This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from October 22-29, 2024

Published by New Jersey Stage

originally published: 10/22/2024

Here is a look at upcoming shows taking place from October 22-29, 2024 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. Jump to Featured Events, Event Previews, Event Listings.

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FEATURED EVENTS

Saturday, October 26 - Outpost in the Burbs presents Robyn Hitchcock. (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Robyn Hitchcock on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at First Congregational Church of Montclair. Imogen Clark will open the night. Doors are at 7:30pm, showtime is 8:00pm. To learn more about Imogen Clark, check out this article.

Saturday, October 26 - Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Remember Jones: Bat Out Of Hell Live. (RED BANK, NJ) -- Remember Jones brings Bat Out of Hell LIVE to The Count Basie Center for the Arts on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 8:00pm. The popular New Jersey musician will perform Meatloaf's entire album and more with a 15-piece band. With a one-of-a-kind stage show and top-tier musicianship, this band of nationally touring artists and show stopping vocalists bring the music of Jim Steinman alive like no other rock experience out there today.




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Sunday, October 27 - Diana Ross to Headline bergenPAC's 20th Annual Gala Celebration. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), a leading performing arts center in northern New Jersey, will host their twenty-year annual gala celebration with an intimate performance by Diana Ross on Sunday, October 27, 2024. This is a rare chance to see the legendary artist, who has been captivating audiences worldwide with her elegance and timeless hits for decades, in a personal setting. The event begins with a private Gala reception starting at 5:00pm with the concert set for a 7:00pm.

Sunday, October 27 - Jesus And Jazz presents South African JCFI Music Ensemble featuring Bassist Sobongile Buda on Sunday. (MILLBURN, NJ) -- Get ready to be uplifted by the inspirational messages and powerful South African Jazz Music in a powerful Mt Zion AME Church Jazz and Jesus service on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 11:30am. This is a very unique opportunity to experience a worldwide fusion of jazz, faith and Mental Health in a spiritually enriching environment. Don't miss out on this enjoyable Jesus and Jazz Performance featuring South African JCFI Music Ensemble feat Bassist Sobongile Buda.

EVENT PREVIEWS

Wednesday, October 23 - 90.5 The Night to take part in Public Radio Music Day on Wednesday. (LINCROFT, NJ) -- Brookdale Public Radio 90.5 The Night will participate in the fifth annual Public Radio Music Day on October 23, 2024. The day brings together noncommercial public radio stations, artists, and fans to recognize public radio's essential community service and unique role in the music industry locally and nationally. 90.5 The Night will honor the occasion online and on-air by celebrating the music from New Jersey communities all day long.

Thursday, October 24 - The Newton Theatre presents Who's Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience. (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Who's Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 8:00pm. This performance is an unrivaled celebration of pop music's one true King. Their power-packed performance of Michael Jackson's expansive catalog has ignited crowds on every continent and can only be described as a jaw-dropping, musical must-see.

Saturday, October 26 - The Newton Theatre presents The Jayhawks. (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents The Jayhawks on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 8:00pm. The Jayhawks and their rootsy sound were definitely swimming against the tide when they emerged from a crowded Minnesota music scene in 1985.

Saturday, October 26 - Harmonium Choral Society and Grace Community Music presents A Halloween Concert for All Ages on October 26th. (MADISON, NJ) -- It's back! The bi-annual, family-friendly Halloween Concert presented by Harmonium Choral Society and Grace Community Music on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Grace Church (4 Madison Avenue at Kings Road) in Madison. Showtime is 7:00pm.

Sunday, October 27 - The Philharmonic of Southern New Jersey to Open Season with "Ravel Transcriptions and the Musical Homage" on October 27th. (VOORHEES, NJ) -- The Philharmonic of Southern New Jersey presents a colorful program featuring Ravel's orchestral transcriptions of iconic piano pieces in concert Sunday, October 27, 2024 at Eastern Regional High School in Voorhees. Showtime is 3:00pm.

Tuesday, October 29 - Dueling Pianist, Who Performed on "Don't Forget the Lyrics" with Host Wayne Brady, to Play at The Community Chest's Shake Rattle and Roll Fall Celebration. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Shake, Rattle & Roll Dueling Pianos, New York City's longest running all request Rock 'n Roll party, is coming to northern New Jersey to perform in The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's Fall Celebration on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. Dueling pianists, Mark Weisner and Rob Carroll, will present an evening of live piano music, comedy, and cabaret at the Englewood Field Club (341 Engle Street) in Englewood from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Weisner performed for several years on the FOX TV show, Don't Forget the Lyrics, with host Wayne Brady.

EVENT LISTINGS

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Tuesday, October 22 @ 7:30pm - Pink Martini featuring China Forbes at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Wednesday, October 23 @ 11:00am - Livin’ It Right at Ocean County College Mall, 1 College Drive, Toms River

Wednesday, October 23 @ 12:30pm - Livin’ It Right at Ocean County College Mall, 1 College Drive, Toms River

Thursday, October 24 @ 7:30pm - The Man In Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Friday, October 25 @ 7:30pm - JC Cole - JOHNNY CASH Tribute Show at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton

Saturday, October 26 @ 2:00pm - Kenny & Dolly: Real Love Tribute Show at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan

Saturday, October 26 @ 7:00pm - Bell Jazz: Mel and Ella Swing! at Bell Theater, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel

Saturday, October 26 @ 8:00pm - Remember Jones: Bat Out Of Hell Live at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Saturday, October 26 @ 8:00pm - Robyn Hitchcock (solo) at Outpost In The Burbs, 40 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair

Saturday, October 26 @ 8:00pm - Chicago at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown

Sunday, October 27 @ 11:30am - Jesus And Jazz presents South African JCFI Music Ensemble featuring Bassist Sobongile Buda at Mt Zion Ame Church, 56 Church Street, Millburn

Sunday, October 27 @ 3:00pm - Good Stuff: A Tribute to Steely Dan at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan

Sunday, October 27 @ 7:00pm - O-Town “10th Anniversary of Lines & Circles” w/ LFO at The Vogel, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

Sunday, October 27 @ 7:00pm - bergenPAC’s 20th Annual Gala: Diana Ross – Beautiful Love Performances Legacy Tour at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood

Sunday, October 27 @ 7:30pm - It Was 50 Years Ago Today: A Tribute to the Beatles at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), 100 South Street, Morristown

Tuesday, October 29 @ 7:30pm - Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank


EVENT PREVIEWS

(NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 7:00pm. In a career spanning over 50 years, dozens of albums, and too many shows to count, Marty Stuart charts a course through new territory at every chance possible.
BoDeans - 40th Anniversary Tour comes to Newton Theatre in August

BoDeans - 40th Anniversary Tour comes to Newton Theatre in August

(NEWTON, NJ) -- BoDeans are celebrating the 40th anniversary of their critically acclaimed debut album, Love & Hope & Sex & Dreams, in 2026. In honor of the anniversary, the band has a special tour planned which comes to The Newton Theatre on Friday, August 14, 2026 at 8:00pm.
Music Box at the Borgata presents The Marshall Tucker Band on August 14th

Music Box at the Borgata presents The Marshall Tucker Band on August 14th

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Music Box at the Borgata presents The Marshall Tucker Band on Friday, August 14, 2026 at 7:30pm.

Christone "Kingfish" Ingram to Headline 2026 Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Christone "Kingfish" Ingram has been announced as the headliner for the 2026 Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival. The free festival will be held on Saturday, August 15th on the Green. The music begins at noon and runs until 10:00pm. The lineup also includes James Langton New York All-Star Big Band, Richard Baratta Gotham City Latin/Jazz Septet, LaBamba and the Hubcaps, and Dylan Triplett.
The Newton Theatre presents Supernova: A Tribute to Oasis on August 15th

The Newton Theatre presents Supernova: A Tribute to Oasis on August 15th

(NEWTON, NJ) -- Supernova: A Tribute to Oasis comes to The Newton Theatre on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 8:00pm. They are an Oasis tribute band obsessed with recreating the raw energy, intensity and swagger of a real Oasis gig.

Rob Garrett's Neil Diamond: The Tribute comes to Atlantic City

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- The Grand at Golden Nugget Atlantic City presents Rob Garrett's Neil Diamond Tribute on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 8:00pm. The longtime Las Vegas performer has been called "the best of the best" when it comes to tribute acts.
Showboat Resorts Garden Pier hosts RE-WIND 69

Showboat Resorts Garden Pier hosts RE-WIND 69' Music Festival

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- The inaugural RE-WIND 69' Music Festival at Showboat Resorts Garden Pier takes place August 14-16, 2026 - the anniversary weekend of the original Woodstock 1969 festival. This is a spectacular revival of a moment in American history when music united generations, healed communities, and sparked cultural change. For three unforgettable days, Atlantic City becomes a living time capsule, bringing the spirit of Woodstock and 1969 back to life through world-class recreations of the now legendary musical performances by a dynamic mix of New Jersey musicians along with national and international touring acts.

Widespread Panic to Play Three Nights at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Widespread Panic is taking over Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena for three nights from August 14-16, 2026 with shows at 8:00pm each night. The popular jam band has been together over three decades. Tickets are available for each show individually or as a 3-Day Pass.

The Temptations to Bring the Motor City to the Ocean City Boardwalk on August 18th

(OCEAN CITY, NJ) -- Legendary Motown group The Temptations look to continue their celebrated touring schedule with a summer stop at America's Greatest Family Resort, Ocean City, New Jersey on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers and multiple GRAMMY Award winners celebrate more than six decades of hits with their acclaimed live performances, remain one of the most enduring and influential groups in American popular music. Renowned worldwide for their signature harmonies, impeccable choreography, and an iconic catalog of timeless hits, their legacy continues to span generations.

Prudential Center presents Reggae stars Beres Hammond and Beenie Man on August 20th

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Newark will see a night of reggae's best when Beres Hammond and Beenie Man perform live at Prudential Center on Saturday, August 20, 2026 at 8:00pm. Experience the artistry of Beres Hammond, one of Jamaica's most esteemed vocalists, as he graces the stage with Marcia Griffiths and Baby Cham. It will be an exceptional evening featuring the captivating performances of reggae music, showcasing soulful melodies and heartfelt expressions.
 

FEATURED EVENTS


EagleMania – The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
100 South Street, Morristown, NJ


Cimarron 615

Thursday, August 13, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton, NJ


Niko Moon - Mayor's Summer Concert Series

Thursday, August 13, 2026 @ 7:00pm
Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage
1601 Irving Street, Rahway, NJ


Totally 2000's Party - Y2K Night

Friday, August 14, 2026 @ 9:00pm
Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center
46 Washington Ave, Carteret, NJ


The Janis Joplin Experience starring Lisa Polizzi

Friday, August 14, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton, NJ



 

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