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Progressive Rock Ensemble Jane Getter Premonition Releases New Album "Transmogrify"

Transmogrify, the bold new album from Jane Getter Premonition, arrives on July 10, 2026 on 7D Media. At once a mirror and a metamorphosis, Transmogrify is a record about change — personal, political, and musical — rendered through the lens of progressive rock at its most exploratory and emotionally alive.

 
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Theo Bleak Releases Reimagined Cover of "We Will Not Be Lovers" by The Waterboys

Acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter Theo Bleak returns with a striking new cover of "We Will Not Be Lovers," originally recorded by The Waterboys. The recording transforms the beloved song through Theo Bleak's unmistakable lens--melding cinematic melancholy, intimate vocals, and atmospheric production into a deeply personal interpretation.

Wharton Arts Announces Registration For Fall 2026 Performing Arts School Classes Now Open

(BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ) -- Wharton Arts is now accepting registrations for the Fall 2026 semester of its Performing Arts School (PAS), offering a diverse lineup of performing arts classes for students of all ages and experience levels.

MonmouthNJ 250: Little Steven's Concert at ParkStage Rescheduled for July 17th

(FREEHOLD, NJ) -- Due to dangerously high temperatures forecasted for the holiday weekend, the MonmouthNJ 250: The Concert at ParkStage, scheduled for Friday, July 3, featuring Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul, has been rescheduled for Friday, July 17, 2026 at 5:00pm. Monmouth County officials, the Count Basie Center for the Arts and Steven Van Zandt jointly agreed that postponing this show was in the best interest for the safety of the audience.

Nicole Atkins to release "Drama"

Nicole Atkins returns with Drama her first all-new full-length release in over six years. The album is being released via Sun Records / Wicked Game Records on Friday, September 18. Pre-orders/pre-saves are available now. The acclaimed singer-songwriter's seventh studio album is heralded by the premiere of the first single, "When the Night Falls," available everywhere now. An official music video, filmed in Nashville and conceived by Atkins and the Sun team, is streaming now on YouTube.



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This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from July 28 to August 3, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from July 28 to August 3, 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. Click on the title to go to the full preview. Jump to Featured Events, Event Previews, Event Listings, Coming Soon.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Spiral Will" by Solace




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 07/23/2026




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from July 21-27, 2026






 

MORE NEWS

(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Vogel presents Enjoy Every Sandwich: A Tribute to Warren Zevon on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 7:30pm. This is another one of Pat Guadagno's popular tribute shows featuring an all-star cast. Limited tickets remain.


The Strokes release first new album in six years




MPAC presents Hindley Street Country Club on Wednesday




Brian K & The Parkway releases new single "Roses & Kerosene" featuring Lilly Hiatt




The Strand presents Matt Stone as Elvis on August 29th






 

UPCOMING SHOWS


MPAC Announces Free Summer Concert Lineup for 2026

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center's Arts in the Community free summer concert schedule for 2026 has been announced. MPAC will present six free concerts between June and August. The lineup includes the return of three of their most popular events – Bollywood Dance Party, Country Line Dancing and Salsa at Sunset, as well as singer-songwriters, and more.


2026-27 Season Preview: Split Level Concerts at Jersey Shore Arts Center




MPAC's Summer 2026 Preview




West Windsor Arts Announces 2026 Summer Music and More Series






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