Songwriters by the Sea Returns To Monmouth University

(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- The Monmouth University's Department of Music and Theatre has announced the return of distinguished New Jersey Songwriters Joe Rapolla and Joe D'Urso for the Songwriters by the Sea series, Saturday, March 24 at 8:00pm at the Lauren K. Woods Theatre. The series has been running at the University since 2012, with such acclaimed writer/artists as Marshall Crenshaw, Alison Moorer, David Johansen, James Maddock, and many others.

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Makin Waves Album of the Month: "Bloom" by Dogs in a Pile

Fans of 311, O.A.R. and Slightly Stoopid will dig the reggae-tinged jam 'n' groove of Dogs in a Pile's sophomore LP, "Bloom."

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Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Rufus Wainwright

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Rufus Wainwright on Sunday, June 25 at 7:30pm. His upcoming album, Folkocracy, is Rufus Wainwright revisiting his roots, of childhood summers spent at folk festivals and watching his famous family on stage. But it’s also the sound of an artist in the present using all he has learnt from conquering pop to opera and showtunes.

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Count Basie Center for the Arts presents New Found Glory: Make the Most of It Acoustic Tour 2023

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents New Found Glory: Make the Most of It Acoustic Tour 2023 on Friday, March 17th at 8:30pm. Tickets range from $25-$39. Doors are at 7:30pm.

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This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from October 13-19, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from October 13-19, 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.

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SOPAC presents the Blind Boys of Alabama on Thursday

(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- The Blind Boys of Alabama come will perform at South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Showtime is 7:30pm. Only a handful of tickets remain.

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Levoy Theatre presents The Artimus Pyle Band on Friday

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Daughtry to perform at Ocean Casino Resort's Ovation Hall on Saturday

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The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Curtis Salgado on Friday

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CarteretPAC presents Tusk - The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute on Saturday