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PHOTOS from Be5D at Asbury Lanes on 5/22/26

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Be5D is a band that presents cosmic dance music inspired by the Grateful Dead's exploratory improvisational approach. On May 22, 2026, BE5D performed at Asbury Lanes and photographer Chris Paul was on hand to take photos.

 
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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

(MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- Jersey Shore musician Brian Ostering from The Wag is stepping out of his comfort zone with The Elvis Spectacular - "The Early Years" Concert on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at the Middletown Arts Center. This is the first time he has performed an Elvis show and it's a tribute to his father who helped pass down his passion for Elvis to Brian. I reached out to Brian to learn more about the show.

Arrival from Sweden LIVE! at UCPAC

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Arrival from Sweden at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) on May 16, 2026.

"Mesmerizing!" Punch Brothers LIVE! at MPAC

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Punch Brothers at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on May 14, 2026.



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COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Junky Eyes" by Greg Amici

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Junky Eyes," the latest video from Central Jersey-based singer-songwriter Greg Amici's 2025 solo debut LP, "Tragicomic."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 06/04/2026




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from June 2-8, 2026




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MORE NEWS

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of a concert at PNC Bank Arts Center on May 28, 2026 starring Herman's Hermits featuring Peter Noone and Tommy James and the Shondells.


Wicked Cool Records announces "Friends of Jesse Malin: I Would Do It For You – Vol. 1"




2026 Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival to Take Place August 15th




Marc Ribler & Friends to perform Paul McCartney birthday tribute "When I'm 84" at Axelrod PAC




MPAC presents Straight No Chaser on June 26th






 

UPCOMING SHOWS


MPAC Announces Free Summer Concert Lineup for 2026

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center's Arts in the Community free summer concert schedule for 2026 has been announced. MPAC will present six free concerts between June and August. The lineup includes the return of three of their most popular events – Bollywood Dance Party, Country Line Dancing and Salsa at Sunset, as well as singer-songwriters, and more.


Sergio Mendes' Wife, Gracinha Leporace, Brings His 'Best Band Ever' to New Jersey




Carteret PAC presents Jo Dee Messina




SOPAC to Celebrate 20th Anniversary with Gala 20: Featuring Max Weinberg's Jukebox






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