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McCarter Theatre Center presents Mei Semones on September 4th

 (PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre Center presents Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Mei Semones in the Berlind Theatre on Friday, September 4, 2026 at 7:30pm. Drawing on her background in jazz guitar and her Japanese heritage, she blends inventive harmonies, intricate rhythms, and bilingual lyricism into a sound that is both intimate and exploratory.

 
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MPAC presents Glen Burtnik's Summer of Love Concert on August 20th

 (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Relive the memories, share the spirit and celebrate the songs of the Woodstock Generation when Glen Burtnik's Summer of Love concert comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 8:00pm.

Tab Benoit LIVE! on the Atlantic City Boardwalk

 Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of a Mardi Gras AC night on the Atlantic City boardwalk featuring Tab Benoit. The opening act was Sgt. Splendor featuring Kate Vargas and Eric McFadden.

State Theatre New Jersey presents Buddy Guy on August 8th

 (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents the legendary Buddy Guy on Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 8:00pm. Guy won his 9th career Grammy Award for 2025's Ain't Done With The Blues. Limited tickets remain.

New Brunswick Performing Arts Center presents John Violinist on August 1st

 (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- John Violinist will perform at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) on Saturday, August 1, 2026 7:30pm. John is an international violinist and performer who has fused the sound of classical music with the sound of today's popular music.


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COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Mountain Walk" by The Beagles with Joy

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Mountain Walk," the third single from "Listen for a Moment," the new LP by The Beagles with Joy.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 09/17/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from September 16-22, 2026



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Home in Your Heart" by Gary Shaffer






 

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The Strand Center for the Arts presents The Bob Band on October 9th

(LAKEWOOD, NJ) -- The Bob Band comes to The Strand Center for the Arts on Friday, October 9, 2026. The band is a group of veteran musicians based in Washington, D.C. dedicated to capturing the vibe, spirit and arrangement of Bob Dylan's original recordings. Showtime is 8:00pm.


Remember Jones with a 17-Piece Big Band will Headline Mary's Place by the Sea 2026 Holiday Fundraiser at The Stone Pony on December 11th



Musicians on a Mission to Celebrate 16th Anniversary with Gala Concert at Jersey Shore Arts Center



Premiere Networks and Buzz Knight Media present "Jersey Made"” Podcast Hosted by Buzz Knight



The Newton Theatre presents SoulShine - An Allman Brothers Experience on October 10th






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

The Newton Theatre presents Hollywood Nights - America's Bob Seger Experience on September 25th

(NEWTON, NJ) -- Hollywood Nights - The Bob Seger Experience comes to The Newton Theatre on Friday, September 25, 2026 at 8:00pm. They are a 9-piece band based in New Jersey who continues to strive to recreate everything about Bob Seger and his music down to the core.


BBD Rhythm & Blues Band to Perform at Orchard Park By David Burke on September 25th



Sieminski Theater Cultural Arts Center presents Lady Supreme: A Diana Ross Experience on September 26



Mason Gross School of the Arts presents AJAYE in concert on October 1st






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