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Makin Waves with Ryan Gregg: 'Enjoy the Conversation'

​​​​​​​Asbury Park singer-songwriter-keyboardist-producer Ryan Gregg constantly is working on stage, in the studio, and on social media as a solo artist, the founding member of The Shady Street Show Band; the singer-keyboardist in Ocean Avenue Stompers, a New Orleans-inspired brass band founded by Shady Street trombonist Ian Gray; a keyboardist-vocalist in "Stormin'" Norman Seldin's Big Band, and as a part of dueling piano duos with Norman, as well as Des Spinks of Des & the Swagmatics. Yet, he never seems overworked. Rather the more he works, the more joy he experiences, expresses and shares.

 
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The Vogel presents Jake Shimabukuro

(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Vogel presents Jake Shimabukuro on Tuesday, October 3 at 7:30pm. Over the past two decades, Jake Shimabukuro has proved that there isn't a style of music that he can't play. While versatility for any musician is impressive, what's remarkable about Shimabukuro's transcendent skills is how he explores his seemingly limitless vocabulary – whether it's jazz, rock, blues, bluegrass, folk or even classical – on perhaps the unlikeliest of instruments: the 'ukulele.

MPAC presents Don Felder on August 9th

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Don Felder, former lead guitarist of The Eagles, will perform at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 8:00pm. Tickets range from $39-$69.

Jethro Tull's Martin Barre LIVE! at Somers Point

Music lovers of all ages enjoy the cool bay breezes at William Morrow Beach in Somers Point, NJ this Friday, June 30, 2023 evening as they ready themselves for a concert by guitarist Martin Barre. Best known for his work with the progressive rock band, Jethro Tull, over the past half-century Barre and his bandmates have sold over 60 million units including seven million for their best-selling 1971 recording, Aqualung.

The Wag's Beatles Spectacular comes to The Vogel on Friday

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Beep beep’m beep beep yeah! The Wag's Beatles Spectacular comes to The Vogel on Friday, July 14, 2023 at 7:30pm. This show is 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!



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COLUMNS


BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 8/10/26

Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Des & the Swagmatics, Bamberdost, Owen Lake and the Tragic Loves, Jonny Couch, Sean Henry Tonight!, and Ava LaMonte. Plus a look back at "Duluth" by Particle Zoo.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Soaked" by Kiaura Rose




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 08/06/2026




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from August 4-10, 2026






 

MORE NEWS

(FORKED RIVER, NJ) -- In honor of Patriot Day, the Lacey Branch of the Ocean County Library will host "The Soundtrack of Resilience: Music and 9/11" on Thursday, September 10, 2026. The event begins at 2:00pm.


Albert Music Hall presents Pineystock on Sunday




"Amazing!" Bruce Hornsby LIVE! at Ocean City Music Pier




The Vogel presents Early Elton Trio on Saturday




Scottish Rite Auditorium presents Hot Tuna on Friday






 

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




MPAC's Summer 2026 Preview




West Windsor Arts Announces 2026 Summer Music and More Series






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