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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.

 
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State Theatre presents Graham Nash in April

 (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Graham Nash - Live on Tour 2026 on Saturday, April 11 at 8:00pm. Graham Nash will perform a career-spanning retrospective of his six decades of contributions to contemporary music. Tickets start at $47.

Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Stanley Jordan & Friends with Kenwood Dennard on Friday

 (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Stanley Jordan & Friends with Kenwood Dennard on Friday, November 21, 2025. Doors open at 7:00pm; showtime is 7:30pm. ECLIPSE opens the night.

The Soul of Burt Bacharach LIVE! at Kean Stage

 Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of The Soul of Burt Bacharach orchestra led by musician Mike Griot at Enlow Recital Hall in Hillside on November 8, 2025.

An Interview with Juliana Frangella about her album "Fantastic Funeral"

 The first time I saw Juliana Frangella perform on stage she was opening for a Mike Montrey record release show at the Belmar Arts Center. I loved the way she looked like the girl next door, but sang lyrics that were completely unexpected. It was clear there was more to this artist beneath the surface. She's been releasing singles from her upcoming album, Fantastic Funeral, which has a rock side and a folk side, and I reached out to her to learn more.


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COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Cassville Lights" by Jackson Pines

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Cassville Lights," the latest single from Jackson Pines' forthcoming album, "Wheel."



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...12/4/25



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from December 2-8, 2025



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Big Trucks Win" by Chris Vincent






 

MORE NEWS


bergenPAC presents Six-Time Tony Award (R) Winner Audra McDonald on May 3rd

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Six-time Tony Award® winner Audra McDonald will play a one-night-only concert at bergenPAC (Bergen Performing Arts Center) on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 7:00pm.


Wicked Cool Records releases "It's A Wicked Cool Christmas" - All-star Holiday Compilation



Sean Marshall Returns to his Roots with "Golden" - His Fourth Studio Album



Blue Hawk Records to Release 26th Compilation



WXPN Counts Down The 885 Greatest Cover Songs As Voted By Thousands of Listeners






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

Outpost in the Burbs presents The Milk Carton Kids Holiday Tour 2025 with Opener Humbird

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents The Milk Carton Kids Holiday Tour 2025 with Opener Humbird on Friday, December 12, 2025 at the First Congregational Church in Montclair. Showtime is 8:00pm.


Irish Trio Socks in the Frying Pan Plays Holiday Concert at Roy’s Hall on December 12



The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Michael Gabriele and Spook Handy on December 12th



The Landis Theater presents Mysterious Ways - The U2 Christmas Experience






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