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80S BASED SHOWS

If you love 80s rock, we've got a pair of shows for you.

Bring Me The Head Of Max Headroom - Gary Wien's tribute to 1980s rock and roll. Wien is a music writer from Belmar, NJ who spins the hits, the misses, obscure tracks, and personal favorites from the 80s.

Altrok Radio Showcase - Host Sean Carolan brings you the best selection of new and classic modern rock seen on the Jersey Shore since the demise of the legendary FM106.3 radio station.


 
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COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Suicide Doors" by Billy Penn & the Inside Drivers

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Suicide Doors," a recent single by the Jersey Shore rockabilly trio Billy Penn & the Inside Drivers.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 03/12/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 10-16, 2026



BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 3/9/26






 

MORE NEWS


Low Cut Connie Finds Hope in Youth Protest on "Little Freakers"

The Philadelphia-based rock 'n' roll artist Low Cut Connie released "Little Freakers," the second song to be released from his forthcoming protest album Livin in the USA that will be released on July 3 via Contender Records. The new single arrives alongside the announcement of a handful of full-band summer tour dates in Denver, Portland, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and more.


Get the Led Out to Perform Three Nights at Scottish Rite Auditorium



Americana Women celebrates the Queens of Country and Folk at Kean University on March 21st



Split Level Concerts presents Joy Clark and Sug Daniels



Charlotte Sands Releases Music Video For "None of My Business"






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

State Theatre New Jersey presents The Sound Studio Series 2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.


Jersey Arts Podcast: ELO Lives On with The Orchestra's Blue Skies Forever Tour



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents The Billy Walton Band on Sunday



Kean Stage presents Candlelight Celtic on Sunday






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