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World Cafe's Sense of Place: Montreal series explores the Canadian city's rich musical present and celebrated past

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- From Montreal's DIY, Indie Rock and Jazz scenes to acclaimed songwriters and producers, World Cafe's Sense of Place: Montreal series explores the Canadian city's rich musical present and celebrated past. Produced by WXPN and distributed by NPR, the nationally syndicated radio show airs on over 300 stations across the U.S. and streams online at NPR Music and XPN.org.

 
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"Frank Sinatra At The Hollywood Bowl 1943-1948" - first of several unreleased albums

SING, a blockchain tech company and rightsholder, selling music from major artists and catalogs as vinyl/digital hybrid releases to super-fans, is releasing a treasure trove of previously unreleased live radio performances by "The Voice" - Frank Sinatra - are scheduled for release in 2025 and 2026 on digital, compact disc and vinyl formats.

Beth Hubbard releases "Nothing New"

Beth Hubbard is one of the UK's most compelling emerging singer-songwriters, known for her rich, powerful vocals and emotionally charged songwriting. Her latest single, "Nothing New," was released on September 26, 2025.

Banquets to Release First Album in Nearly A Decade

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- The last we heard from Banquets, they announced their third and final LP, "Spit at the Sun." The Jersey City quartet had decided to hang it up after years of shows and several releases with Black Numbers. They played their final show in February of 2016 and the members went their separate ways, parting on good terms but with the understanding that the realities of life made it difficult to carry the banner any further.

Summerbruise releases "Infinity Guise"

The wait is finally over. Your favorite Indianapolis-based "fake emo" band, Summerbruise, has released their long-awaited record, Infinity Guise. This is the first project put out after signing with the legendary punk label SideOneDummy Records earlier this year. In true Summerbruise fashion, Infinity Guise, perfectly rides the line between self-deprecating humor and emotional turmoil. It's emo poetry for the perpetually overwhelmed, confused, and emotionally hungover.



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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Big Trucks Win" by Chris Vincent

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Big Trucks Win," the latest single from Jersey-raised, New Orleans-based blues-rocker Chris Vincent.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...11/27/25




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from November 25 to December 1, 2025




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Hope" by REDBIRD Flying Solo






 

MORE NEWS

(VINELAND, NJ) -- The Landis Theater presents - The U2 Christmas Experience on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 8:00pm. The band brings a special holiday twist to the iconic sound of U2! This festive performance blends the spirit of Christmas with the passion and energy of one of the greatest bands in rock history.


MPAC presents LeAnn Rimes: Greatest Hits Christmas Tour on Thursday




Lizzie Rose Music Room presents David Jacobs-Strain and Bob Beach on Friday




New Jersey's Charlie Puth to Perform the National Anthem at the Super Bowl




R.E.M.'s 'Chronic Town' and 'Murmur' Get the Definitive Sound Series Treatment






 

UPCOMING SHOWS


MPAC presents LeAnn Rimes: Greatest Hits Christmas Tour on Thursday

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presents LeAnn Rimes: Greatest Hits Christmas Tour on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 7:30pm. The international multi-platinum selling superstar has won two Grammy® Awards, 12 Billboard Music Awards, two World Music Awards, three Academy of Country Music Awards, two Country Music Association Awards and one Dove Award.


Lizzie Rose Music Room presents David Jacobs-Strain and Bob Beach on Friday




Remembering Frank Sinatra: A Swellegant Celebration to Take Place in Avon




Human Nature presents "CHRISTMAS. MOTOWN. And MORE" at Golden Nugget Atlantic City






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