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Wicked Cool Records will release Lisa Bouchelle's "Make This World Stand Still (Little Steven Mix)" on November 20th

Wicked Cool Records will release "Make This World Stand Still (Little Steven Mix)," the new digital single from Lisa Bouchelle, on November 20, 2026. Featuring violin from Grammy winner Amanda Shires, the song pairs Bouchelle's expressive vocals with the timeless romance of a classic rock 'n' roll ballad.

 
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Founder of The Jersey Pops Orchestra releases Christmas Album

(CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ) -- Cape May County's own Linda Gentille — founder and conductor of The Jersey Shore Pops orchestra and Comedy Piano Entertainer and former child protégé of Liberace — has released A Gentille Christmas, sixteen beloved holiday classics performed at the piano, including Carol of the Bells, O Holy Night, Silent Night, Ave Maria, and White Christmas.

Kathleen Elle Named Winner of Hard Rock Rising Global Music Competition!

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Hard Rock Cafe Atlantic City announced Asbury Park resident Kathleen Elle as the winner of Hard Rock Rising Global Music Competition. The Hard Rock team surprised Elle during a scheduled performance at Hard Rock Cafe Atlantic City on October 12.

New Jersey Symphony Appoints Gaetan Le Divelec as Vice President of Artistic Planning & Operations

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Symphony has appointed Gaetan Le Divelec as Vice President of Artistic Planning & Operations, effective November 1, 2026. Le Divelec joins the Symphony from the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO), where he serves as Vice President of Artistic Planning from 2022 to 2026, partnering with Music Director Nathalie Stutzmann to guide the orchestra's classical programming, from guest artists and conductors to repertoire and new series.

Wharton Arts Launches 2026–27 Season Under New President & CEO Carol Chickering Burden

(BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ) -- Wharton Arts, a leading provider of community music and creative youth development in New Jersey, has launched its 2026–27 Fall/Winter season under the leadership of new President & CEO Carol Chickering Burden.


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This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from November 10-16, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from November 10-16, 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.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Josephine" by Emily Grove



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 11/05/2026



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






 

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Song of the Meadowlark takes place on Sunday in Hopewell

(HOPEWELL, NJ) -- Song of the Meadowlark takes place Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Highland Design Farm. This is a meditative rock odyssey weaving reimagined contemporary songs, stream-of-consciousness poetry, and live painting. Doors are at 2:00pm, showtime is 2:30pm.


Remember Jones presents back to BACK TO BLACK: the Amy Winehouse Celebration at The Vogel



Avenel Performing Arts Center presents Chris Smither



NJPAC presents Jesse Cook on Saturday



The Levoy Theatre presents The Last Waltz Celebration featuring The THE BAND Band and special guests






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

State Theatre New Jersey and Relix present Joe Russo's Almost Dead

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey and Relix present Joe Russo's Almost Dead on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 7:30pm. The band was formed in Brooklyn, NY in 2013. While they are a Grateful Dead cover band, they are known more for interpreting songs by the Dead rather than attempting to replicate the band's work.


Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Griffin House on Friday



KANSAS to perform at Scottish Rite Auditorium on Friday



NJPAC presents Jesse Cook on Saturday






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