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Monmouth University Strikes A New Chord With Endowed Scholarship Honoring Thom Bell and David Steinberg

(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- The creation of the David J. Steinberg and Thomas R. Bell Endowed Scholarship, will hit all the right notes at Monmouth University. It will be an eternal tribute to two men whose friendship and collaboration in Philadelphia composed one of the most enduring harmonies in American R&B/Soul music history. The purpose of this scholarship is to keep their melody alive through the voices of students. 

 
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Richard Marx Announces New Album "After Hours"

GRAMMY-winning singer, songwriter, producer, and best-selling author Richard Marx has announced his new album After Hours, arriving January 16, 2026, following 2022's Songwriter. Alongside the announcement, Marx shares swaggering new single "Big Band Boogie" (feat. Kenny G), a swinging, late-night romp that introduces the album's cinematic jazz palette. Other featured guests on the album include Rod Stewart, Chris Botti, Randy Waldman, Tom Scott, Drea Tomè & more.

Asthma Kids Drop Punk Grenade "Die on This Hill (The Meek Are Getting Ready Pt II)"

Forget middle eights. Forget bridges. Lindsay, ON's Asthma Kids have a message and they're yelling it straight from the steel guts of across the planet to all the indie punks out there. Their new single "Die on This Hill (The Meek Are Getting Ready Pt II)" is a warning shot. A middle finger in 4/4 time to late-stage capitalism, billionaires who pay no taxes, and the idea that your kid might never afford rent.

Landmark Poconos Theater has New Leadership

(STROUDSBURG, PA) -- The historic Sherman Theater in downtown Stroudsburg is entering a new chapter in its legacy as the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) officially assumes management responsibilities. Following nearly a year of due diligence at the request of the Sherman Theater board, the PMVB and Sherman Theater boards voted in late September to enter into a management agreement.

Marisha Wallace and Remember Jones to Perform at Monmouth Arts' Annual Gala

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Internationally acclaimed Broadway and West End star Marisha Wallace, along with captivating showman and soul/pop performer Remember Jones, will perform at Monmouth Arts' annual 2025 Gala, POP! A Night at the Lanes on Thursday, October 23, 2025.



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COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Hope" by REDBIRD Flying Solo

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Hope," an anthemic single that fights hate released by REDBIRD Flying Solo, aka Jersey Shore singer-songwriter Danielle Marrone.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...11/20/25




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




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 11/17/25






 

MORE NEWS

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- The 80's New Wave tour Totally Tubular Festival has four East Coast shows to close out 2025, including a stop at Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City on Saturday, December 27th with a lineup that includes A Flock Of Seagulls, Men Without Hats, Thomas Dolby, The Romantics, Bow Wow Wow, and Tommy Tutone.


Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents The Bronx Wanderers




Outpost in the Burbs presents An Evening with Josh Ritter




Rialto Spotlight Series Closes Out 2025 with Westfield Native and Touring Drummer Lucy Ritter




Michael Arnone's 2026 Crawfish Fest to Take Place May 29-31






 

UPCOMING SHOWS


Caesars Atlantic City presents Croce Plays Croce

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- On Saturday, November 22, 2025, A.J. Croce presents Croce Plays Croce at Caesars Atlantic City. It is a special night of music featuring a complete set of classics by his late father Jim Croce, some of his own tunes, and songs that influenced both him and his father.


Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents The Bronx Wanderers




Remembering Frank Sinatra: A Swellegant Celebration to Take Place in Avon




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






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