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Paper Lady Announces Summer Tour and Cassette Orders for Debut Album "Idle Fate"

​​​​​​​(BOSTON, MA) -- Following the new release of their post-punk-tinged single "Joe Modern", Boston dream-rock outfit Paper Lady unveils its upcoming East Coast tour and the release of the band's debut album Idle Fate.

 
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The MIC Music Group Celebrates 5 Years of Championing Independent Artists

​​​​​​​(WEST MILFORD, NJ) -- What began as a passion project and simple music blog has blossomed into a powerful force in the independent music space. The MIC Music Group celebrates its 5-year anniversary, marking half a decade of amplifying the voices of emerging artists and reshaping the indie landscape.

Bristol Riverside Theatre Announces Lineup For 2025 Mid Penn Bank Summer Music Fest

(BRISTOL, PA) -- Bristol Riverside Theatre (BRT) has announce the return of its Summer Music Fest. As a result of William Penn Bank's recent merger with Mid Penn Bank, the series will be renamed the 2025 Mid Penn Bank Summer Music Fest, but the fun will remain the same. This year's lineup includes The Bronx Wanderers, Beatles vs. Stones: A Musical Showdown, and Purple Xperience, alongside the uproarious musical comedy Oy Vey! It's The Calamari Sisters. From May through July, audiences will be treated to high-energy performances, timeless classics, and side-splitting comedy that promises to be the highlight of the summer season.

bergenPAC presents Jane Lynch & Kate Flannery, Colin Hay, and Journey and Guns N' Roses Tributes

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- bergenPAC is excited to announce four new shows. Jane Lynch and Kate Flannery – The Trouble with Angels on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 7:00pm; VOYAGE – a Tribute to Journey on Friday, September 5, 2025 at 8:00pm; Appetite for Destruction – The premier tribute to Guns N’ Roses on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 8:00pm; and Colin Hay on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 7:00pm.

Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis, Jr. celebrated by Sinatra Scholars and Special Guests at Swingin' NJ Seaside Event

(AVON-BY-THE-SEA, NJ) -- A swingin' New Jersey event, Celebrate Sammy & Frank, was presented by independent producer Karen Morris of Sand Castle Communications and The Rack Pack Music Alliance, to honor legendary musical icons, Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis, Jr. - The two-hour memorable tribute, held in Avon-By-The-Sea on May 4, 2025, featured Sinatra Scholars as notable guest speakers, live music performances, and unique giveaway items.



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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






 

MORE NEWS

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- The 17th annual Elephant Talk Indie Music Festival will take place at Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall in Atlantic City from April 17-19, 2026. The festival features performances from over 70 acts.


Hey Bulldog to Pay Tribute to The Beatles at Liberty Science Center




Grunin Center for the Arts presents The Brit Pack on Saturday




Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Alastair Green on April 30th




Benson Boone to Perform at Prudential Center on July 13th






 

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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