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COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Bike in the Ocean" by Kevin Hill & Secret Sound

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Bike in the Ocean,"a single from "Day/Night," the new album by Kevin Hill & Secret Sound.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 05/28/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from May 27 to June 2, 2026



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Shine" by Helen O'Shea feat. Michelle Moore






 

MORE NEWS


PHOTOS from Joe Russo's Almost Dead at Stone Pony on May 22, 2026

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Joe Russo's Almost Dead performed at The Stone Pony in Asbury Park on May 22, 2026 and photographer Chris Paul was there to take photos.


Brian Ostering presents The Elvis Spectacular at Middletown Arts Center on June 27th



The Sandbox at Seastreak presents Badfish on July 4th



Arrival from Sweden LIVE! at UCPAC



"Mesmerizing!" Punch Brothers LIVE! at MPAC






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

Michael Arnone's 2026 Crawfish Fest to Take Place May 29-31

(AUGUSTA, NJ) -- Michael Arnone's 2026 Crawfish Fest — three unforgettable days and nights of Louisiana music, food, and fun — will take place May 29-31 at Sussex County Fairgrounds. From Cajun and Zydeco to Delta Blues, New Orleans R&B, Brass, Gospel, and Jazz — the 2026 Crawfish Fest lineup features Grammy winners, Louisiana legends, and festival favorites lighting up the Main and Pavilion stages. Come for the day or stay and camp for the weekend.


MPAC Announces Free Summer Concert Lineup for 2026



The Vogel presents Pete Yorn Solo Acoustic: 25th Anniversary of "musicforthemorningafter"



Concerts in the Studio presents Bastards of Fine Arts on June 5th







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