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PHOTOS from An Evening with Leslie Odom, Jr. at MPAC

 (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- On Friday, March 31, 2023, Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presented An Evening with Leslie Odom, Jr., the Tony and Grammy Award-winning, three-time Emmy and two-time Academy Award-nominated vocalist, songwriter, author, and actor best known for his Tony-winning role as "Aaron Burr" in Hamilton, performed a mix of jazz-influenced soul, pop, standards and more with his band. Photographer Julie Hoffman was on hand to take photos.

 
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The Vogel presents Jesse Cook

 (RED BANK, NJ) -- The Vogel presents Jesse Cook: The Libre Tour on Thursday, July 27 at 7:30pm. A career spanning twenty five years has brought this Canadian guitarist multiple accolades including a coveted Acoustic Guitar Magazine "Player's Choice Silver Award", eleven Juno Award nominations (he won for 2001's "Free Fall"), a Gemini Award and, most impressively, ten platinum and gold studio albums.

PHOTOS from Best of Clapton Band at Cooper's Riverview

 In March, I had the pleasure to attend a performance of the Best of Clapton Band at Cooper's Riverview in Trenton, NJ.

The Folk Project presents Christine Lavin with Bill Hall

 (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Renowned New York singer-songwriter and recording artist Christine Lavin will perform at the Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series on Friday, April 7 at 7:30pm at the Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. Singer-songwriter Bill Hall will open.

Little Steven and the Disciples Of Soul presents Sorcery & Soulfire Live! at Count Basie Center for the Arts

 (RED BANK, NJ) -- Stevie Van Zandt has reunited his legendary Disciples of Soul for a very special live concert event. Little Steven and the Disciples Of Soul present Sorcery & Soulfire Live! At the Basie! takes place April 18 and April 19 at the historic Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank, NJ. Showtime is 8:00pm.


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COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Western Shores" by Renee Maskin

In November, Multiple Makin Waves Award-winning Asbury Park singer-songwriter Renee Maskin will release her latest solo album, "If the World Is Ending." The LP's first single, "Western Shores," is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.



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



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






 

MORE NEWS


Outpost in the Burbs presents Suzanne Vega - Flying with Angels on October 30th

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Suzanne Vega - Flying with Angels on October 30, 2026 at 8:00pm (doors at 7:00pm). The concert will take place at the First Congregational Church (40 South Fullerton Avenue) in Montclair.


51st NJ Clearwater Festival to Take Place August 22-23 in Asbury Park



Jersey Arts Podcast: Jovin Webb Debuts New Single in Advance of Sophomore Album



Nicole Atkins to release "Drama"



Starland Ballroom presents The Cab






 

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



The The Band Band presents The Last Walz Celebration 50th Anniversary 2026 Tour at The Newton Theatre



Brian Ostering presents The Elvis Spectacular at Middletown Arts Center on June 27th






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