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The Penguin offers several recorded radio programs that feature new music from artists around the world.

From The Basement - Mike is an NJ Native and Music Industry lifer who returned to his home state last year, after successfully recovering from Stage IV Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, which basically forced him to retire from his long standing role in Satellite Radio. He was on the original XM launch Programing Team and created, programed, and hosted The Loft for 17 years. Closer to Earth he was the original Music Director of WHTG/FM 106.3 in Asbury Park and with Rich Robinson launched, developed and nurtured what became Alternative Radio. He also programmed Coyote Radio in Santa Fe, NM., and can list Jem Records, Rykodisc, FMQB, iCast and more on his CV. After moving around the country in search of the perfect segue, he is thrilled to be back where he belongs in his beloved New Jersey. Sure, he "retired" but it came as no shock that he created From The Basement to continue a quest that is never really work as far as he’s concerned.

Deuce Radio Show - A one hour broadcast presented by Matt Barker and features bands and artists promoted by Deuce. If you would like to be considered for exposure on the Deuce Show, please email a link to your music to rob@deucemusic.com.


 
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Altrok Radio - Host Sean Carolan brings you the best selection of new and classic modern rock seen on the Jersey Shore since the demise of the legendary FM106.3 radio station.

Rock on Radio Indie Show - Join Danny Coleman as he plays indie rock - new indies, old indies - basically whatever has been sent to him over the years!

Lighty's Corner - Lighty's Corner is a one hour show by Gary Wien, a music writer from Belmar, NJ who spins a mix of new tracks, classic cuts, obscure tunes, and personal faves.


 

COLUMNS

Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...3/20/25

"Ummm, I don't know. I've done a few of these and I think I did one with Jason (Bonham). I don't know who else is going to be at this one coming up but they always have really interesting people involved so it will be great. My involvement is; over the years, I've been a counselor. So, I'll come in and spend a week with the campers and we'll build a band and write songs and pull off an acoustic performance and meet with the celebrities who come in at the end of the week. They'll spend time with us and listen to our compositions, jam with us and then we'll all go out to dinner, take pictures and this and that. This time, I'm gonna be the special guest who comes in at the end, I'm not doing the counseling. So, I'm the guy who comes in at the end and critiques their playing, songwriting and their performance and jams along with them, takes pictures and so forth; it's a little different role for me than I'm used to doing but I've been involved with the camps for many years so..."



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 18-24, 2025



BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 3/17/25



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "On the Way There" by Redbird






 

MORE NEWS


Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Just Like Janis!

(PITMAN, NJ) -- Just Like Janis! - a tribute to Janis Joplin comes to the Broadway Theatre of Pitman on Friday, April 4, 2025 at 8:00pm. Starring South Jersey's own Cat Manning as Janis Joplin.


The Newton Theatre presents Nazareth



Badfish, Longtime Sublime Tribute Band, Comes to Morristown With Original Music



Makin Waves with The NEW Bardots: 'Down to a Science'



Dystopia Tonight presents "24-Hour (Yes, Really) Benefit Stream to End MS" on March 26-27






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

Edwin McCain to Open for Lee Brice at Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center

(CARTERET, NJ) -- Edwin McCain, the veteran singer-songwriter behind timeless classics like "I'll Be" and "I Could Not Ask for More," is back with Lucky, his 11th full-length studio album and first collection of new material since 2011's Mercy Bound. Touring in support of the new release, McCain will be at Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center on Thursday, March 20, 2025 to open the night for Lee Brice.


Remember Jones to Be First Performer at Mantoloking Road Playhouse with JONES SINGS JONES!



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Creative Local Ladies: Showcasing Women in The Arts



The Lizzie Rose Music Room Invites you to Get The Blues with Bees Deluxe and Twisted Livin' on Saturday, March 22nd






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