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Rutgers Launches Partnership with Carnegie Hall

 (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- Rutgers University and Carnegie Hall have signed an agreement designating Rutgers as an official partner for Carnegie Hall's Well-Being Concerts. This initiative, established by Carnegie Hall in 2023, integrates world-class musical performance with evidence-informed practices designed to support health, reflection, and social connection.

 
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Technics introduces the SL-1500CS Direct Drive Turntable

 (NEWARK, NJ) -- /PRNewswire/ -- Renowned audio brand Technics has introduced its highly acclaimed SL-1500C turntable in a new, technically enhanced version – the SL-1500CS.

North to Shore festival to take place June 13-28

 (NEWARK, NJ) -- North to Shore will take place June 13-28, 2026 with another extraordinary season of world-class performances, comedy acts, film screenings, community events, and artistic collaborations at venues across Newark and Asbury Park.

Sunset Blvd. Records to Release "My Life To Live: Peter Case At McCabe's"

 (LOS ANGELES, CA) -- Singer/songwriter Peter Case, a musical icon for nearly five decades, returns with a powerful new live album, My Life To Live: Peter Case At McCabe's that reasserts his status as one of America's most respected and quietly influential troubadours. Recorded at the legendary McCabe's Guitar Shop in Santa Monica, California, the album captures Case in his most elemental form: alone with his songs and guitar, his singular music informed by decades of hard-fought experience. Sunset Blvd. Records will release the album digitally and on CD and vinyl format on April 24, 2026.

Historic Sherman Theater and The Bowery Presents Enter Strategic Booking Partnership

 (STROUDSBURG, PA) -- On February 17, 2026, the historic Sherman Theater in downtown Stroudsburg announced that it is entering into an agreement with The Bowery Presents, the leading East Coast concert promoter and venue operator, and subsidiary of AEG Presents, to program events at the landmark venue.


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COLUMNS

​​​​​​​Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Open Up the Door" by Jackson Pines

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Open Up the Door," the latest single from Jackson Pines' new album, "Wheel." PHOTO BY MICHAEL KRAVETSKY



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 03/05/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 3-9, 2026



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "This Is the Year" by Sean Kiely






 

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Carteret PAC presents Jo Dee Messina

(CARTERET, NJ) -- Chart-topping country music icon Jo Dee Messina will perform at The URSB Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center on Friday, June 12, 2026. Messina is known for her powerful vocals and extensive catalog including nine number-one hits, 16 Top 40 songs, and awards and nominations from the ACM, CMA, AMA, Billboard, and the Grammys. Showtime is 8:000pm.


BoDeans - 40th Anniversary Tour comes to Newton Theatre in August



White Eagle Hall presents The Feelies 50th Anniversary Shows



The Levoy Theatre presents 90's Rockfest featuring Lounge Fly and Special Guests on Saturday



The Landis presents Crystal Ship - Tribute to The Doors






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

State Theatre New Jersey presents The Sound Studio Series 2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.


Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Jeffrey Gaines on March 6th



State Theatre New Jersey presents Celtic Woman - A New Era Tour



Y Arts in the Community presents The Great American SOULBook






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