Makin Waves Album of the Month: "Garden State Vampire" by Joe P.

The latest Asbury Park artist signed to a major label is former Deal Casino mastermind Joe P. on Atlantic Records. Throughout their reign, Deal Casino, which Joe had fronted since eighth grade, was one of New Jersey's best bands. Therefore, it's no surprise that "Garden State Vampire," Joe's full-length debut LP and third solo release for the historic recording home of Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin and Led Zeppelin, is fantastic! Many of the 11 songs were co-written with former Deal Casino band mates and a few of the tracks include their drummer, Christopher Donofrio. A few other musicians, mainly drummers, also appear on the LP, but Joe plays most of the instruments, including drums on some tracks.

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SoulShine LIVE! in Seaside Heights

Fans of Southern rock ready themselves this Thursday, August 15, 2024 evening on the beach in Seaside Heights, NJ for a revival of music by The Allman Brothers Band performed by SoulShine. SoulShine is a New York-based ensemble consisting of guitarists Geoff Hartwell and Norm Dodge, keyboardist Chris Burke, bassist Big Bob Goetz, and drummers Rob Wallis and Ron Negro.

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WP Presents Victor Wooten and The Wooten Brothers

(WAYNE, NJ) -- WP Presents Victor Wooten and The Wooten Brothers on Friday, October 4, 2024 at Shea Center for Performing Arts. For over four decades the Wooten Brothers have been recognized as some of the most innovative musicians in existence and are collectively known as one of the most talented and dynamic band of brothers the world has ever known. Showtime is 8:00pm.

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bergenPAC presents Fairytale of New York – The Ultimate Irish-Inspired Christmas Concert

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- After three sell out tours in Ireland and the United Kingdom, join Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) for Fairytale of New York - a festive journey through the heart of Ireland with the ultimate Irish-inspired Christmas concert - direct from Dublin and London's West End. The event takes place on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 7:00pm.

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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Bummer" by the dt's

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Bummer," the latest single from the Central Jersey band the dt's.

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State Theatre New Jersey presents The Temptations & The Four Tops

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents The Temptations & The Four Tops on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 6:30pm. Two legendary Motown groups share the stage for one unforgettable night of timeless hits, smooth harmonies, and classic soul.

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The Love of Soul Tour comes to Prudential Center on May 22nd

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Wharton Arts Launches 2026–27 Season Under New President & CEO Carol Chickering Burden

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Def Leppard, Goo Goo Dolls, and The Struts to play shows in NJ, NYC, and Philly in 2027

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The Newton Theatre presents All You Need Is John - The Music of John Lennon