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PHOTOS from Umphrey's McGee at The Stone Pony

 2023 celebrates the 25th anniversary for eclectic improv-rock band Umphrey's McGee. Recently the band was thrown a curveball due to drummer, Kris Meyers, placement on the IR list. Meyers underwent shoulder surgery and will be missing UM fall tour. Improvising, UM has officially started fall tour with notable guest drummers behind the kit. On Thursday August 17, 2023 this experiment began at the Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ. First up performing was Duane Trucks of Widespread Panic.

 
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PHOTOS from Wet Hot All-American Summer Tour at PNC Bank Arts Center

 (HOLMDEL, NJ) -- New Found Glory has been out on the road with The All-American Rejects for the Wet Hot All-American Summer Tour, which came to the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel on August 15, 2023. The Get Up Kids and The Starting Line rounded out the bill. Photographer Julie Hoffman was on hand to take photos.

State Theatre presents Tommy Emmanuel, CGP with special guests Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams

 (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Tommy Emmanuel, CGP on Friday, September 8 at 8:00pm. Opening the show are special guests Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams. Tickets range from $29-$224.

Don McLean and Al Stewart LIVE! at Ocean City Music Pier

 It's a sold-out house this Monday, August 7, 2023 at Ocean City, NJ's Ocean City Music Pier for a concert by American singer/songwriter Don McLean and Scottish singer/songwriter Al Stewart.

"Like Watching a Living Legend!" Don Felder LIVE! at BergenPAC

 Thunder roars and lightning bolts flash inside Englewood, NJ's BergenPAC auditorium this Saturday, August 5, 2023 evening before a series of Eagles' album covers appears on screen and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Don Felder takes the stage to avid cheers and applause.


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COLUMNS

This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from June 23-29, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from June 23-29, 2026 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "I Will Walk You Home” by Wiser Time



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from June 16-22, 2026



BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 6/15/26






 

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Starland Ballroom presents The Cab

(SAYREVILLE, NJ) -- Starland Ballroom presents The Cab on Friday, June 26, 2026 at 7:30pm.  Paradise Fears and CARR will open the night.


Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena presents James Taylor and His All-Star Band on Saturday



The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Bees Deluxe and Eclipse on July 31st



The Vogel presents Billy Bragg with special guest Sweet Petunia on Sunday



bergenPAC presents Warrant on July 12th






 

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



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Eric Johanson on Thursday



MPAC presents Straight No Chaser on June 26th






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