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Master Storyteller Ray Weaver Releases "The Blood is Never on Their Hands"

(NASHVILLE, TN) -- International Americana recording artist and master storyteller Ray Weaver has released the emotionally charged single, "The Blood is Never on Their Hands." With heartbreaking scenes ripped from today's headlines, Weaver crafts a powerful song that is a reflection on the universal devastation caused by war, capturing its senselessness and the profound human toll it exacts.

 
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Events at White Eagle Hall in November 2024

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- White Eagle Hall, Jersey City's premier entertainment venue, continues an exciting and diverse schedule of events for November and beyond. Upcoming scheduled events include the music/comedy show Jon Benjamin Jazz Daredevil, pop punk DJ night Emo Night Brooklyn, Talking Heads tribute Start Making Sense, veteran singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams, banjo extraordinaire Amigo The Devil, punk rock band Ted Leo and The Pharmacists, K-Pop girl group BILLLIE, ALEO Production’s annual presentation of The Last Waltz, Josh Barnett's Bloodsport XII wrestling event, and more.

Fantastic Cat Releases a Pair of Christmas Covers

It's never too early to get into the Christmas spirit, and this year, Rolling Stone's "supergroup-you-need-to-know" Fantastic Cat is kicking off the festivities by gifting us a pair of songs they didn't even bother to write: "Holiday Road" and "Feliz Navidad," out via Missing Piece Records.

Low Cut Connie Announces First-Ever Live Album

Low Cut Connie announced his first-ever live album CONNIE LIVE which will be released on November 1, 2024 via Contender Records. The 13-song collection is a companion to Adam Weiner's concert film and documentary ART DEALERS that was recently released theatrically around the country and is now available for purchase on-demand and physically.

Singer-Songwriter Rhonette Smith releases new song for World Mental Health Day

New Jersey singer-songwriter Rhonette Smith has released "Exhale", her first digital single in five years, in honor of World Mental Health Day (October 10, 2024). Rhonette is a strong supporter of normalizing conversations around mental health. In this track, she explores the physical sensations that come when experiencing anxiety and relief.



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COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Case Road" by Dan Haase

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Case Road," the debut single by Makin Waves Award-winning bassist Dan Haase, who soon will release his solo debut album as a singer-songwriter.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...11/6/25




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from November 4-10, 2025




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 11/3/25






 

MORE NEWS

Ethereal singer-songwriter Ana Luna has released her debut album, Tainted Silhouettes. The 9-track record features past singles including "Dance in a Trance," "Daddy's Empire," "Can We Pretend We Just Met At A Bar?," and "Bleeding Pen," alongside five brand-new songs.


Jack Johnson to Play Shows in NJ, PA, NY




Tiny Cities to Release First Single From Upcoming EP




Irish Trio Socks in the Frying Pan Plays Holiday Concert at Roy’s Hall on December 12




Bachman-Turner Overdrive LIVE! at bergenPAC






 

UPCOMING SHOWS


The Marquee Club in the Spotlight Cabaret at bergenPAC

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) recently kicked off a new performance series that showcases exceptional, internationally acclaimed musicians in an intimate setting. These talented individuals are scheduled to present their performances in the new listening room, The Marquee Club located in The Spotlight Cabaret, during the months of October and November.


Cousin Brucie Presents The Rascals LIVE! at PNC Bank Arts Center




Inaugural "Everything Fab Four" Fest to feature Max Weinberg, The Weeklings, Jake Clemons & many more




Outpost in the Burbs presents Steve Earle Solo Acoustic Fifty Years of Songs and Stories






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