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Premiere Networks and Buzz Knight Media present "Jersey Made"” Podcast Hosted by Buzz Knight

Premiere Networks and Buzz Knight Media launched "Jersey Made" on September 16, 2026 with iHeartPodcasts. It's a new podcast hosted by veteran media executive and consultant Buzz Knight.

 
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Sean Tobin to release "Banshee River" on October 23rd

New Jersey-raised, now Nashville-based singer-songwriter Sean Tobin will independently release his sixth album, Banshee River, on October 23, 2026, accompanied by a run of solo tour dates across the East Coast and Appalachia.

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band: Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour (Philadelphia Freedom Cut) video captures May 30th concert

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band's Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour has been called "one of the most unflinching acts of musical resistance in the nation's history" (TIME Magazine) and on September 9, 2026, the official video will be shared in sequence from the first seven songs of the tour's Philadelphia finale.

Morris Choral Society Calls For Singers and Announces Holiday Concert

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The acclaimed chorus, Morris Choral Society (MCS), is calling for singers to join the ensemble. The group is open by audition and attracts members of all ages and backgrounds. Interested singers should come to rehearsal on September 14th, 21st or 28th at 7:30pm at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 131 Mountain Way in Morris Plains. Call 973-723-6424 with questions or to arrange an audition.

Jon Caspi & The First Gun Share Video For "My Shrinking Brain" featuring Peter Holsapple (of The dB's)

New Jersey punk/americana rock outfit Jon Caspi & The First Gun have released a music video for their latest single, an incredibly catchy fan favorite entitled, "My Shrinking Brain" which features Peter Holsapple (known from The dB's, and his work in REM) on vocals. The song tells the true story of a strange medical misdiagnosis for a dizzy spell that Caspi experienced while driving his car. It turns out that Caspi did not have any real medical issue, but at the time, he was reeling from various misdiagnoses, including a brain aneurysm. Holsapple appears in the video as Caspi's doctor.


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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






 

MORE NEWS


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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