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Jersey Arts Podcast: Richie Furay Celebrates 80 Years with a Belated Birthday Bash at SOPAC

 Jersey Arts talks to music icon - singer, songwriter, and guitarist Richie Furay, who boasts a 60 year musical career, having played with acclaimed groups such as Buffalo Springfield, Poco, the Souther-Hillman-Furay Band and of course, his own solo ventures.

 
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Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Soul Project Nola

 (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Soul Project Nola on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 7:30pm. Soul Project NOLA is back on the road this summer for their East Coast Hustle V Tour promoting their latest release "Live From Norway"

"A Dream Come True!" 10cc LIVE! at Ocean City Music Pier

 Music lovers are ready and waiting this Monday, July 29, 2024 evening at the Ocean City Music Pier in Ocean City, NJ for a long overdue Jersey Shore concert by the British band, 10cc. One of the most inventive groups in pop, 10cc's current Ultimate, Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour is the band's first in the USA in over four decades.

Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Professor Louie & The Crowmatix with the Woodstock Horns

 (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- Professor Louie & The Crowmatix with the Woodstock Horns return to the Lizzie Rose Music Room on Saturday, August 17, 2024 to celebrate music from The Band & Bob Dylan. Aaron "Professor Louie" got his nickname from Rick Danko due to his work and friendship with The Band. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 7:30pm.

Outpost in the Burbs presents On a Winter's Night featuring Cliff Eberhardt, John Gorka, Lucy Kaplansky and Patty Larkin

 (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents On a Winter's Night featuring Cliff Eberhardt, John Gorka, Lucy Kaplansky, and Patty Larkin on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at the First Congregational Church of Montclair. Doors are at 7:30pm, showtime is 8:00pm.


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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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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Under the Carousel" by Josh Herman






 

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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.


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



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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