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COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Gates" by The Carousers

More than 70 acts have banded together to support the Eden Autism school in Princeton. Carousers vocalist-guitarist Joey Affatato organized and curated "Play for Purpose, Vol. 2," a music compilation to give back to the organization that holds a very special place in his heart. His brother, Alex, attends the Adult Services Day Program. 



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 11/13/2026



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



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Josephine" by Emily Grove






 

MORE NEWS


Makin Waves with Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of TSO

When the late Paul O'Neill first conceived the Trans-Siberian Orchestra in the 1990s, his goal was as straightforward as it was incredibly ambitious. The whole idea was to create a progressive rock band that would push the boundaries of holiday music further than any group before.


Stangl Stage presents John Gorka



Phoebe Bridgers Announces 2027 Dates For "The Lost Tour"



Independent Producer and Writer Karen Morris Announces "The Swingin' Angle" Project



Song of the Meadowlark takes place on Sunday in Hopewell






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

Mahwah Museum Hosts "Les Paul from Start to Finish" with Jim Wysocki

(MAHWAH, NJ) -- Come to the Mahwah Museum on Sunday, November 15, 2026 for a discussion of a 29-year friendship, rare memorabilia, and the story behind Les Paul's home with Mahwah Mayor Jim Wysocki from his nearly three-decade friendship with legendary musician and inventor Les Paul. The event begins at 2:00pm.


Atlantic City Punk Rock Flea Market - Holiday Edition to take place on Sunday



Song of the Meadowlark takes place on Sunday in Hopewell



Avenel Performing Arts Center presents Chris Smither







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