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MPAC presents Arts in the Community: Free Concerts and Events Throughout the Summer

 (MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) is excited to announce its 2025 Summer free concert lineup. Events will take place outdoors at Vail Mansion Plaza, adjacent to MPAC, and Pioneer Park, by 1776 on the Green. This year's outdoor events will feature music ranging from salsa to country line dancing to Bollywood.

 
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Billy Walton Band releases "Knife In My Back" single

 The Billy Walton Band, regarded as one of Southern New Jersey's most dynamic, popular live acts, release the soulful, rockin' new single, "Knife In My Back."

The Adelphi Orchestra Announces Winners of 21st Anniversary Young Artist Competition

 (RIVER EDGE, NJ) -- The Adelphi Orchestra is proud to announce the winners of its 21st Annual Young Artist Competition, held on April 26, 2025, at the National Opera Center's Scorca Recital Hall in New York City. This long-standing competition supports the next generation of classical musicians and continues the orchestra's commitment to artistic excellence and community engagement.

Ferocious Designs releases "Off You Pop!" EP

 Ferocious Designs, the music project of central New Jersey-based songwriter Brian Kelley, has released a 5-song EP, Off You Pop! A music video for the lead track "Precious Jewel" has also been released.

Hackensack Teen Named Winner of PDFNJ's 21st Annual "Your Song! Your Voice!" Contest

 (HACKENSACK, NJ) -- /PRNewswire/ -- Hackensack High School student Martin Rojas Ortiz has been named the winner of the 21st Annual Your Song! Your Voice! Shout Down Drugs music competition. Martin, who is in the 11th grade, earned a $5,000 music contract with the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) for his original song, "Bruno."


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COLUMNS

Lighty's Corner: April 13, 2026

I’m one of those guys who hates it when people say that rock and roll is dead. That there’s no good new music today. I actually think there may be more good music now than ever, but it’s just harder to find. Since we get a ton of new music sent to us at New Jersey Stage each week, I decided to try something new - a recorded DJ hosted radio show and a column spotlighting new works. The plan is to have a new one every two weeks.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Make This World Stand Still" by Lisa Bouchelle feat. Amanda Shires



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/09/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from April 7-13, 2026






 

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Grunin Center for the Arts presents The Brit Pack on Saturday

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- The Grunin Center for the Arts presents The Brit Pack on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 7:30pm. They are the most authentic British Invasion experience this  side of the Atlantic.  Limited tickets remain.


Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Alastair Green on April 30th



Benson Boone to Perform at Prudential Center on July 13th



Bergen Pop/Rock Ensemble Brings Revives the '90s with The Roots of Pop & Rock Volume III



Rock the Foundation Returns to the Westfield Armory April 18th to Support Housing for Veterans in Need






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

State Theatre New Jersey presents The Sound Studio Series 2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.


Soul Asylum to bring Acoustic Tour to the area in April



Berlin Under A presents "Roots Rock Women" on April 16th



The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Susan Werner






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