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Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Sam Morrow Band

 (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Sam Morrow Band on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 7:30pm. Five albums into an acclaimed career, Sam Morrow has carved out a sound that exists somewhere outside of genre and geography.

 
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Emily Grove's "Joni Jam" LIVE! in Seaside Heights

 The beach in Seaside Heights, NJ is the perfect location for listening to a song to a seagull this Friday, July 26, 2024 evening as Joni Mitchell fans ready themselves for a "Joni Jam" by Jersey Shore musician Emily Grove.

Makin Waves with Mike Montrey Band: The Process of Love

 Known for their dynamic fusion of Americana rock 'n' soul, Central Jersey-based Mike Montrey Band's fifth studio album since 2011, "Love, Time & Mortality," encapsulates the essence of life's relentless march through poignant musical narratives. Singer-songwriter-guitarist-pianist-producer Mike Montrey possesses a distinct ability to weave personal tales with broader philosophical musings, a craft honed over more than two decades of songwriting and performing across the United States also with the bands … water … and The Samples.

Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Chrissie Crow - A Tribute to Sheryl Crow and The Pretenders

 (TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Chrissie Crow - A Tribute to Sheryl Crow and The Pretenders on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 7:30pm. This is a tribute to two Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees and two of the most influential female songwriters in rock history.

Outpost in the Burbs presents The Silos

 (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents The Silos on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at the First Congregational Church of Montclair. June Star will open the night. Doors are at 7:30pm, showtime is 8:00pm.


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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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