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McCarter presents Yasmin Williams on Thursday

 (PRINCETON, NJ) -- Acclaimed acoustic fingerstyle guitarist Yasmin Williams will perform at McCarter Theatre Center on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 7:30pm.

 
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Carteret PAC presents Jo Dee Messina

 (CARTERET, NJ) -- Chart-topping country music icon Jo Dee Messina will perform at The URSB Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center on Friday, June 12, 2026. Messina is known for her powerful vocals and extensive catalog including nine number-one hits, 16 Top 40 songs, and awards and nominations from the ACM, CMA, AMA, Billboard, and the Grammys. Showtime is 8:000pm.

The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents singer-songwriter Max Gomez on Sunday

 (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents singer-songwriter Max Gomez on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Doors are at 7:00pm; showtime is 7:30pm.

Grunin Center presents Socks in the Frying Pan on Saturday

 (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Grunin Center for the Arts presents Socks in the Frying Pan on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 7:00pm. They are a multi-award-winning trio from Ennis, County Clare, Ireland—the mecca of Irish traditional music—was formed in 2014. Forged together by a fire of pure joy and passion for their art, the band comprises Aodan Coyne on guitar and lead vocals, Shane Hayes on accordion, and younger brother Fiachra Hayes on fiddle.

The Jacksons LIVE! at bergenPAC

 Spotlight Central has a recap of The Jacksons at bergenPAC on February 21, 2026.


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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.



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MORE NEWS


RVCC Theatre presents Rolling Stones Tribute Band on April 11th

(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College's Mainstage series will rock out its season with a performance of Satisfaction: The International Rolling Stones Tribute Show, Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 7:00pm.


Blackberry Smoke LIVE! at STNJ



Outpost in the Burbs presents Joan Osborne Sings the Songs of Bob Dylan



Ari Hest Returns to Lizzie Rose Music Room on March 26th



The Newton Theatre presents Walter Trout






 

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.


Carteret PAC presents Max Weinberg's Jukebox on March 20th



Starland Ballroom presents Cheap Trick on March 20th



Outpost in the Burbs presents Josh Joplin and Jeffrey Gaines on March 21st






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