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Tower of Power LIVE! at BergenPAC

 Music fans fill Englewood, NJ's BergenPAC this Thursday, April 11, 2024 evening for a "Souled Out" 56th Anniversary performance by the Oakland, CA R&B/funk band, Tower of Power.

 
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Outpost in the Burbs presents Choir! Choir! Choir! in an EPIC Fleetwood Mac Sing-Along

 (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents a very special evening with Choir! Choir! Choir! in a Fleetwood Mac Sing-Along on Friday, May 10, 2024 at the First Congregational Church (40 S. Fullerton Avenue) in Montclair. Showtime is 8:00pm.

bergenPAC presents Broadway's Rock of Ages Band

 (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents Broadway's Rock of Ages Band on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 8:00pm. The Electrifying Band from the original Broadway smash hit! The only trademarked group from the original Broadway production recognized as Broadway's Rock of Ages Band®

Makin Waves with Jackson Pines: 'Ghosts Still Laugh'

 Having recently released their latest single, "Control Burn," Jackson Pines will release two albums in the second half of the year: "Pine Barrens Volume Two," a sequel to last year's Pinelands treasure, and "Wheel," the roots-rock band's fifth collection of original tunes since 2017.

MPAC presents Lyle Lovett and Lisa Loeb

 (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Two iconic songwriters share the stage, trade songs and swap stories when Lyle Lovett and Lisa Loeb perform together at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Tickets range from $59-$99. Showtime is 7:30pm.


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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


New Petition Advocates for Brian Wilson Exhibition at Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music

(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- An online petition has been launched advocating for a dedicated Brian Wilson exhibition at the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music. The initiative aims to honor and preserve the monumental life, artistry, and legacy of the legendary musical pioneer.


Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Eric Johanson on Thursday



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






 

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



Cape May Point Arts and Science Center presents Grammy-Nominated Blues artist Guy Davis on June 24th



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Eric Johanson on Thursday






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