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Yep Roc Records Announces its Record Store Day lineup of Releases

 Yep Roc Records unveils its Record Store Day lineup, a curated slate of anniversary editions, archival discoveries, and first-ever vinyl releases. From garage-rock and Americana classics to deeply moving final recordings and long-buried bootlegs, these limited releases will be available exclusively at select independent music retailers on Friday, April 18, 2026. For a list of participating stores, please visit: www.recordstoreday.com.

 
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Louder Than You Think: A Lo-Fi History of Gary Young & Pavement Soundtrack Released

 (LOS ANGELES, CA) -- Independent Project Records announced that Louder Than You Think: A Lo-Fi History of Gary Young & Pavement, the original motion picture soundtrack to the 2023 SXSW-winning documentary film, was released on January 30, 2026 on LP (black and pink vinyl), Special Edition CD, and all digital outlets.

Lily Vakili to Release Live In-Studio EP, "Live Wire"

 (NEW YORK, NY) -- Building on the success of her 2025 full-length release Oceans Of Kansas and tour, comes Lily Vakili's first live EP, Live Wire out May 8, 2026, an in-studio, live audio and video recording of songs named for what fans and critics alike say is a perfect description of her charismatic performance style.

ParkStage announces first concerts: Sublime, The Head and The Heart, and The B-52s

 (EAST FREEHOLD, NJ) -- ParkStage, the nonprofit Count Basie Center's outdoor concert venue collaboration with Monmouth County Tourism, has revealed its first wave of artists coming this summer to East Freehold Showgrounds - Sublime (Friday, June 19), The Head and The Heart with special guests Wilderado (Friday, June 26), and The B-52s with special guests The English Beat (Saturday, July 11).

Fairmont honors drummer with first single from "Everything is Fleeting"

 January 3rd would have been Andy Applegate's 44th birthday. He was the drummer in Fairmont from 2003 until he had health problems later in his life. To honor him, the band's founder Neil Sabatino released "Buy More Records" as the first single from what is likely the last album by Fairmont, "Everything is Fleeting."


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COLUMNS

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

Here is a look at shows taking place from April 7-13, 2026 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.



BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 4/6/26



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Promises" by Dave Vargo



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/02/2026






 

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Vivid Stage presents Old Friends: A Cabaret with Charles Thomas

(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center in Summit, will present Old Friends, a cabaret featuring vocalist Charles Thomas and pianist Rick Knutsen on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:00pm.


The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Red Hot - All Girl Motley Crue on Saturday



The Newton Theatre presents Kashmir: The Spirit of Led Zeppelin - 55/50 TOUR



Krakauer & Tagg's Good Vibes Explosion comes to OCC's Grunin Center on Sunday



Algonquin Arts Announces New Concert Series






 

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.


MPAC presents Women of Americana: A Celebration of American Music



Bassist Martin Wind Adds Piano to His Gravity Trio for Area Performances



Newton Theatre presents GRUNGEFEST: Tributes to Pearl Jam & Chris Cornell






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