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Low Cut Connie Finds Hope in Youth Protest on "Little Freakers"

 The Philadelphia-based rock 'n' roll artist Low Cut Connie released "Little Freakers," the second song to be released from his forthcoming protest album Livin in the USA that will be released on July 3 via Contender Records. The new single arrives alongside the announcement of a handful of full-band summer tour dates in Denver, Portland, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and more.

 
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Charlotte Sands Releases Music Video For "None of My Business"

 Fresh off the release of her new album Satellite, Charlotte Sands unveils the official music video for "None of My Business," spotlighting one of the album's standout moments.

The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music to Open June 7th at Monmouth University

 (WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music will open to the public on June 7, 2026. The region's newest cultural venue, located on the campus of Monmouth University, has evolved from the home of the Bruce Springsteen archives into a national hub for programs, exhibits, concerts, scholarship, and education initiatives on all aspects of American music.

2025 Asbury Park Music Award Winners

 (ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- From 1993 through 2018, the Asbury Music Awards celebrated the best of the local music scene. On February 20, 2026, the celebration returned, rebranded as the Asbury Park Music Awards now presented by the Asbury Park Music Foundation (APMF) with the night serving as a benefit for the organization.

South Jersey Musician Wants You To Be In His Music Video

 Craig Whitaker is asking New Jersey to be in his music video. Not as extras. Not as a backdrop. As the whole point.


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Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/16/2026

"I'm doing good man, what's happening?" Laughed a very energized Alastair Greene as he discussed his upcoming April 30 show at Tuckerton's Lizzie Rose Music Room and his new EP, "Live in Sin City" as well as his thoughts on touring overseas. 



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from April 14-20, 2026



Lighty's Corner: April 13, 2026



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






 

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Armor For Sleep Announce Summer Tour

Seminal New Jersey-bred post-hardcore band Armor For Sleep have announced their upcoming summer tour spanning June and July. Kicking off on Thursday, June 11 in Richmond, VA at The Canal Club, the There Is No Summer Tour will feature support from Flycatcher and Spanish Love Songs in all markets and culminate in an appearance at the Amityville Music Hall in Amityville, NY on Sunday, July 12, 2026.


Five For Fighting String Quartet Tour to Play Shows in NY/NJ/PA



Landis Rock Fest 2026 to Take Place Saturday



The 17th annual Elephant Talk Indie Music festival Takes Place This Weekend in AC



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






 

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



MPAC presents Patti LaBelle on April 17th



Killer Queen to Perform at Scottish Rite Auditorium






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