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County College of Morris has Music, Song and Dance Shows Throughout April and May

(RANDOLPH, NJ) -- This spring, the community is invited to enjoy a variety of live performances at County College of Morris (CCM) presented by the Marielaine Mammon School of Music, Performing Arts and Music Technologies. From dance showcases to choir concerts and cabaret performances, these events—many of which are free to attend—provide an exciting opportunity to be entertained by the exceptional talents of CCM students and faculty.

 
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Jonas Brothers to be Inducted into New Jersey Hall of Fame

(NEWARK, NJ) -- /PRNewswire/ -- The Jonas Brothers will be officially inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame this fall. Eli Manning, former New York Giants quarterback and New Jersey Hall of Fame inductee, announced the news to thousands of Jonas Brothers fans gathered at JONASCON at American Dream on March 23, 2025. The pop rock band from Wyckoff, New Jersey, will be formally inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame at the 17th Annual Induction Ceremony. The Class of 2025, the ceremony date, and location will be announced in June.

Mercer County Announces 2025 Summer Concert Series with New Season Pass

(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- Mercer County Executive Dan Benson announced that the Mercer County Park Commission's Summer Concert Series will kick off its 2025 season on July 11. The popular Friday evening concerts continue to be a bargain at just $5 per-ticket, with the addition of a new limited-time season pass option access to all concerts for just $25.

Producer-Writer Karen Morris Announces Celebrity Features Added to The Rat Pack Music Alliance Site

Independent producer/writer Karen Morris, and founder of The Rat Pack Music Alliance, will add a variety of articles spotlighting celebrities and entertainment personalities, to The Rat Pack Music Alliance website.

Tickets for Springsteen Archives 3rd Annual American Music Honors Go On Sale Tuesday

(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Be a part of the music on April 26, 2025 for the Springsteen Archives 3rd Annual American Music Honors (AMH). Loge tickets go live on March 25th at 12:00pm EST.



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COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "In the Congo" by The Bongos

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "In the Congo," a live version of which will be released May 23 on "The Shroud of Touring: Live in 1985" on CD only on JEM Records.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...5/8/25




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from May 6-12, 2025




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Blessing" by Brielle Brown






 

MORE NEWS

(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




Newton Theatre presents An Evening with Joanne Shaw Taylor




Jackson Pines and Heavy Mouth to Play Low Dive in Asbury Park on Friday




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






 

UPCOMING SHOWS


McCarter Theatre Center presents Béla Fleck, Antonio Sánchez, and Edmar Castañeda

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre Center presents the all-star trio of Béla Fleck, Antonio Sánchez, and Edmar Castañeda, performing on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. This is a WXPN Welcomes event. Showtime is 7:30pm.


The Vogel presents Carbon Leaf




Outpost in the Burbs presents An Evening with Donna the Buffalo




Newton Theatre presents The Last Waltz featuring The THE BAND Band






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