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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Honeydew" by Via Crowe

By Bob Makin

originally published: 07/11/2025

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is “Honeydew” by Jersey Shore singer-songwriter Via Crowe.

Born and raised near a beach, Jersey Shore songstress Via Crowe is spreading her wings from Boston to New York City to Nashville.

Along the way, she dropped her Mint 400 Records debut single, “Honeydew,” the Makin Waves Song of the Week.

As the Makin Waves Song of the Week, “Honeydew” also can be heard between 6 and 8 p.m. on July 11 on “Radio Jersey at ThePenguinRocks.com. If you miss it, you can tune in any time in the archives at The Penguin and Mixcloud.

“Honeydew” follows Via’s self-released 2023 debut LP, “Unfinished,” which was inspired by her teenage experiences.




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As she grows into adulthood, Via is also growing into her own unique musical voice. This genre shift isn't just a new sound — it's a deeper dive into who Via is becoming.

As she grows up, her music is growing with her, embracing the sincerity and soul of folk music, while still carrying the emotional intensity of her indie pop past. With “Honeydew,” she leans into the storytelling heart of folk with intimate lyrics.

“This song offers listeners a sweet, acoustic-laced reflection on change and growth,” she said.

Bob Makin has produced Makin Waves since 1988. Follow Makin Waves on Facebook and contact Bob at [email protected].

About the author:

New Jersey Stage is proud to be the home of Bob Makin's Makin Waves column since 2017. His Song of the Week column comes out every Friday. He also writes an Album of the Month and Interview of the Month as well.




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EVENT PREVIEWS

(CARTERET, NJ) -- The Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center presents John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band on Friday, November 13, 2026 at 8:00pm. The legendary Rhode Island multi-platinum rock band began their career in 1973 and achieved mainstream success in the 1980s with the "Eddie & The Cruisers – Motion Picture Soundtrack".

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(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs will present an extraordinary evening of music featuring singer-songwriter and guitarist Richard Thompson with Zara Phillips on Saturday, November 21, 2026 at the First Congregational Church in Montclair. The special concert will serve as a fundraiser in support of Toni's Kitchen, the Montclair based nonprofit dedicated to combating food insecurity and related challenges in Essex County and beyond. Showtime is 8:00pm.
 

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Always Jovi with special guest, Shot of Poison

Friday, November 06, 2026 @ 7:00pm
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Margarita Rovenskaya, piano

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