The Philly Specials are Dreaming Of A White Christmas
(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Jason Kelce, Lane Johnson, and Jordan Malata, team up as they present a music video for the very first song they recorded in 2022, "White Christmas." In the spirit of the season, The Philly Specials worked with local creators, Big Howl and Carol Cleveland Sings to create a magical, snow filled scene, where players and puppets alike celebrate the holiday season with singing, dancing, and even a snowball fight.
The Bitter Chills releases "Not Yet, Santa: A Thanksgiving EP"
Your record collection likely includes many Christmas songs, but what about songs about Thanksgiving? The Bitter Chills want to change that. They aren't known for protest songs, but the New Jersey band is making a stand on their new release, Not Yet, Santa: A Thanksgiving EP.
Helen O'Shea & Liam Ó'Maonlaí (Hothouse Flowers) Join Forces For 'Caged Birds'
Limerick-born, New-Jersey based roots artist Helen O'Shea will release new single 'Caged Birds' on November 21, 2025, featuring acclaimed artist and songwriter Liam Ó'Maonlaí of Hothouse Flowers. The single is the fourth release from her upcoming album Songs In The Key of O, which pays homage to Sinéad O'Connor and Dolores O'Riordan (The Cranberries), and is due for release on March 6th, 2026.
Cold Weather Company Brings Cozy Cheer with "Warmth in Winter"
Ba ba ba da da! It's officially "Warmth in Winter" season! New Jersey-based indie alternative-folk trio Cold Weather Company are wrapping listeners in a blanket of holiday nostalgia and cozy charm with their beloved seasonal song, "Warmth in Winter."
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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Cassville Lights" by Jackson Pines
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Cassville Lights," the latest single from Jackson Pines' forthcoming album, "Wheel."
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bergenPAC presents Six-Time Tony Award (R) Winner Audra McDonald on May 3rd
(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Six-time Tony Award® winner Audra McDonald will play a one-night-only concert at bergenPAC (Bergen Performing Arts Center) on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 7:00pm.

Wicked Cool Records releases "It's A Wicked Cool Christmas" - All-star Holiday Compilation

Sean Marshall Returns to his Roots with "Golden" - His Fourth Studio Album

Blue Hawk Records to Release 26th Compilation

WXPN Counts Down The 885 Greatest Cover Songs As Voted By Thousands of Listeners
UPCOMING SHOWS

Remembering Frank Sinatra: A Swellegant Celebration to Take Place in Avon
(AVON-BY-THE-SEA, NJ) -- Remembering Frank Sinatra: A Swellegant Celebration, presented by Karen Morris and The Rat Pack Music Alliance, will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from Noon to 1:45pm, indoors, at the Avon Municipal Building (2 Main Street) in Avon-by-the-Sea. The swingin' program will honor Frank Sinatra's 110th heavenly birthday, with a bit of holiday spirit added. Guest speakers, live music, and surprise giveaways will round out the afternoon festivities.

Human Nature presents "CHRISTMAS. MOTOWN. And MORE" at Golden Nugget Atlantic City

Split Level Concerts presents Tim Easton and Quincy Mumford at Jersey Shore Arts Center

The Vogel presents LaBamba's Holiday Hurrah
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