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The Beach Boys LIVE! at Ocean City Music Pier

 Music lovers are ready to catch a wave in Ocean City, NJ this Monday, August 5, 2024 evening as The Beach Boys present the first of four Endless Summer Gold concerts over a two-day period at the Ocean City Music Pier.

 
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Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Chris O'Leary

 (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Chris O'Leary on Monday, September 30, 2024 at 7:30pm. Chris is a devastatingly soulful vocalist, dynamic harmonica master and superlative songwriter. His latest release is his Alligator Records debut album, The Hard Line.

The Wag's Beatles Spectacular Returns to The Vogel on August 24th

 (RED BANK, NJ) -- The Wag's Beatles Spectacular returns to The Vogel on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 7:30pm. Fun for the entire family, The Wag plays all the hits of the Fab Four, from the early days all the way through to their last album. The show includes 2 sets of Beatles music, costume changes, and a special opening set of Wag originals!

Remember Jones presents "Jones Sings Jones!" at Bell Theater

 (HOLMDEL, NJ) -- New Jersey soul sensation Remember Jones will present his latest show, Jones Sings Jones! celebrating the music of legendary singer and sex symbol Tom Jones, along with a 17-piece band, at Bell Theater at Bell Works in Holmdel. Performances will take place from Thursday, August 22 through Sunday, August 25, 2024.

bergenPAC presents The Beach Boys: Endless Summer Gold Tour

 (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents The Beach Boys: Endless Summer Gold Tour on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at 7:30pm. The Beach Boys and their music have been an indelible part of American history for more than six decades.


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COLUMNS

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.



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from October 6-12, 2026



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "The Only Man to Make It Through the Dance" by Jake Thistle



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 10/01/2026






 

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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.


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



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



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



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






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

The Newton Theatre presents SoulShine - An Allman Brothers Experience on October 10th

(NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents SoulShine - An Allman Brothers Experience on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 8:00pm. SoulShine is a group of seasoned New York musicians who, through their mutual love of the Allman Brothers Band, have united for the sole purpose of bringing you the ultimate Allman Brothers experience.


UCPAC presents Broadway's Rock of Ages Band in Concert on Saturday



The Wag's Halloween Spectacular Returns!



Albert Music Hall to Celebrate Fall with Annual Harvest Hootenanny on Sunday






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