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Tributes to Chicago, Taylor Swift, Van Morrison, Zac Brown, Elvis, Genesis, and Zach Bryan are coming to The Strand

Published by New Jersey Stage

originally published: 05/01/2026

(LAKEWOOD, NJ) -- La Jolla Booking Agency continues its acclaimed tribute concert series at the Strand Center for the Arts with a diverse lineup of nationally touring tribute acts celebrating some of the most iconic artists in music history.

The summer series opens on Saturday, July 11 at 8:00pm with Chicago 9 – Tribute to Chicago, a powerhouse 9-piece ensemble known for its dynamic horn section and faithful recreations of hits like "Saturday in the Park" and "Beginnings."

On Friday, July 24 at 8:00pm, Lover Taylor – Tribute to Taylor Swift brings a high-energy concert experience intricately crafted to capture the magic of the iconic Eras Tour, delivering a show that resonates with fans of all generations.

The following night, Saturday, July 25 at 8:00pm, Tupelo Honey – Tribute to Van Morrison takes the stage, celebrating the soulful, genre-blending catalog of one of music's most influential artists, from "Brown Eyed Girl" to "Moondance."

Country fans can look forward to the Zac Brown Tribute Band on Saturday, August 1 at 8:00pm, honoring the sound and spirit of the Zac Brown Band with a night of contemporary country hits and Southern rock favorites.




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On Saturday, August 29 at 8:00pm, Matt Stone's Elvis delivers a powerful and authentic tribute to Elvis Presley, recreating the charisma, voice, and energy of the King of Rock 'n' Roll in a full-scale concert experience.

Progressive rock takes center stage on Saturday, September 12 at 8:00pm as Rael – The Music of Genesis performs a meticulously crafted show spanning the band's groundbreaking catalog, from early Peter Gabriel-era material through later classics.

Closing out the series on Friday, September 18 at 8:00pm, Zach Bryan and the Highway Boys pay tribute to Zach Bryan, capturing the raw, heartfelt storytelling and Americana sound that has made Bryan one of today's fastest-rising artists.

"This series reflects the incredible range of music that audiences love," said Andy Nagle of La Jolla Booking Agency. "From classic rock and soul to modern pop and country, these shows are designed to bring people together through songs they know and love, performed at the highest level."

Tickets for all shows are $35 – $55, plus ticket fees, and may be purchased by phone at (732) 730-5925, at the Strand Box Office, or online at www.strand.org. The Box Office is open two hours before every show. All performances take place at the Strand Center for the Arts, located at 400 Clifton Avenue in Lakewood, New Jersey. All shows are appropriate for all ages.




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EVENT PREVIEWS

(FREEHOLD, NJ) -- Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul will headline a concert at ParkStage on Friday, July 17, 2026 that fans of Jersey music will love. The lineup includes Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul, Jake Clemons Band, Joe Grushecky and the Houserockers with Gary U.S. Bonds, and The Weeklings. Showtime is 4:00pm.
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DePue Brothers Band to Bring "Grassical" Music to Sewell

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(SEWELL, NJ) -- Music at Bunker Hill welcomes the DePue Brothers Band on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at 3:00pm. In a departure from the series' customary chamber music fare, the DePue Brothers Band has long coined their music with the term "grassical," the combination of bluegrass with jazz, blues, rock, folk, and classical.
Albert Music Hall

Albert Music Hall's "Back to Our Roots" Benefit on Sunday to Support Preservation of Pinelands Music History

(WARETOWN, NJ) -- Albert Music Hall will present Back to Our Roots, a special fundraising concert on Sunday, July 19, 2026, inviting music lovers to enjoy an afternoon of live performances while helping preserve an important piece of New Jersey's musical heritage.

Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Heather Maloney & Hayley Reardon on Sunday

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FEATURED EVENTS



Johnny Kasun’s Jim Croce Tribute

Friday, July 17, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
Tuckerton, NJ


Streetlife Serenade - “The Billy Joel Experience”

Saturday, July 18, 2026 @ 7:30pm
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Heather Maloney & Hayley Reardon

Sunday, July 19, 2026 @ 7:30pm
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Tuckerton, NJ


Blues For Greeny The Music of Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 @ 7:30pm
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Tuckerton, NJ


Brown Sugar - Rolling Stones Tribute

Friday, July 24, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room
Tuckerton, NJ