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"Magical!" Christopher Cross and Justin Hayward LIVE! at MPAC

Music lovers are sailing into Morristown, NJ late this Tuesday afternoon for a sold-out July 16, 2024 concert at MPAC by Christopher Cross and Justin Hayward.

 
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Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Indigo Girls

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Indigo Girls on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 7:30pm. Over a thirty-five-year career that began in clubs around their native Atlanta, Georgia, the multi-Grammy-winning duo of Emily Saliers and Amy Ray has recorded sixteen studio albums, sold over 15 million records, and built a dedicated, enduring following across the globe.

The Moody Blues' John Lodge LIVE! at Ocean City Music Pier

Moody Blues fans are streaming in to the historic Ocean City Music Pier on the Boardwalk in Ocean City, NJ this Monday, July 14, 2024 for a live performance of the classic 1967 Moody Blues album, Days of Future Passed, by the band's founding member John Lodge.

Spring-Nuts presents a Solo Performance by Adam Weiner (aka LowCut Connie) at Monmouth University

(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Spring-Nuts presents a special, solo performance by Adam Weiner (aka LowCut Connie) on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 8:00pm. The concert will take place at Monmouth University's Pollak Theatre. All proceeds from this event will benefit Stevie Van Zandt's TeachRock, FulFill of Monmouth County and the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music.

State Theatre New Jersey presents OUR HOUSE: The Music of The Music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents OUR HOUSE: The Music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young on Friday, August 16, 2024 at 8:00pm. OUR HOUSE has assembled an extraordinary ensemble of FAMILY & FRIENDS to perform the CSNY repertoire. Tickets range from $29-$59.



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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






 

MORE NEWS

(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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