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Herman's Hermits Starring Peter Noone LIVE! at Ocean City Music Pier

 It's a dandy Monday, August 12, 2024 evening on the boardwalk outside the Ocean City Music Pier in Ocean City, NJ, as music lovers arrive for a concert of '60s hits by Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone.

 
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State Theatre New Jersey presents The Life and Music of George Michael

 (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents The Life and Music of George Michael on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 7:30pm. The brand-new concert-style show chronicles the amazing journey George Michael had with music and his fans while capturing the performance and sound of the musical sensation with concert style staging and lighting.

Friends of the Brothers with Jaimoe LIVE! at The Vogel

 Fans of Southern Rock wait in the lobby of Red Bank, NJ's Vogel theater this Friday, August 9, 2024 for the start of tonight's special event — a sold-out performance by the Allman Brothers tribute band, Friends of the Brothers, featuring special guest drummer Jaimoe, the sole surviving original member of The Allman Brothers Band.

The Devon Allman Project LIVE! in Atlantic City

 Music fans are quickly filling up the Celebrity Theater inside Atlantic City, NJ's Claridge Hotel this Wednesday, August 7, 2024 evening in preparation for a free Mardi Gras AC concert by The Devon Allman Project.

State Theatre New Jersey presents Don McLean

 (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Don McLean - Starry Starry Night Tour on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 8:00pm. Tickets range from $34-$89.


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COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "I Will Walk You Home” by Wiser Time

Wiser Time, aka Central Jersey singer-songwriter-guitarist Carmen Sclafani, just dropped his latest album, "There’s A Change A-Comin'," on his own Wiser Time Music. The closing focus track, "I Will Walk You Home," is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.



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MORE NEWS


Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Eric Johanson on Thursday

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents New Orleans–based Eric Johanson on Thursday, June 25, 2026. He blends sharp songwriting with a deep connection to the guitar, creating music that's dynamic, soulful, and rooted in a mix of rock, blues, and modern influences. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 7:30pm.


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Shadows of the '60s and One Hot Night LIVE! at PNC Bank Arts Center



Asbury Underground returns June 27th as part of North to Shore Festival



WXPN Musicians On Call Expands Healing Power of Music to Philadelphia’s Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation






 

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.


2026-27 Season Preview: Split Level Concerts at Jersey Shore Arts Center



Going Acoustic at Quig's to Mark 4 Years with Featured Sets from Emily Drinker and Gina LC on June 22nd



Cape May Point Arts and Science Center presents Grammy-Nominated Blues artist Guy Davis on June 24th






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