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Split Level Concerts at JSAC Announces Lineup of Opening Acts for its Second Season Beginning this Fall

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Split Level Concerts at the Jersey Shore Arts Center (JSAC) in Ocean Grove has announced the local area artists opening for its second season's headlining acts. All shows will take place beginning at 8:00pm in JSAC's Palaia Theater.

 
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Independent Producer Karen Morris and The Rat Pack Music Alliance Spotlights New Entertainment Projects

Karen Morris, producer, writer, and founder of The Rat Pack Music Alliance (RPMA), which honors the music of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr., has announced a variety of original articles, videos, and entertainment projects to be added to the RPMA website.

Dana Why releases "The Cracked Hand"

Dana Why is the musical alias of Dana Yurcisin, NJ-born and bred singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer. A maximalist at heart, his productions are brimming with experimentation that span genres while retaining the strong melodic foundations of pop.

Philadelphia Folk Festival Announces Complete Lineup for The Main Stage Evening Concerts

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- The 62nd Philadelphia Folk Festival is excited to announce the complete lineup of artists performing on the Main Stage Evening Concerts during the weekend of August 15-17, 2025 at the Old Pool Farm in Upper Salford Township. Newly added artists include Alejandro Escovedo; Cedric Watson et Bijou Creole; Eileen Ivers; The Gibson Brothers; The Lee Boys; and Ordinary Elephant. Veteran Philadelphia area singer-songwriter, John Flynn, will emcee the Main Stage for the festival weekend as well as perform.

West Windsor Arts Announces 2025 Summer Music and More Series

​​​​​​​(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- West Windsor Arts is kicking off another season of free, family-friendly entertainment with the return of its popular Summer Music and More concert series. This year's series features unique concerts showcasing local talent, diverse musical genres and fun art activities for all ages—perfect for making lasting summer memories.



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COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Oh Yoko" by Joe Normal

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is a cover of John Lennon's "Oh Yoko" by Joe Normal.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...9/11/25




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from September 9-15, 2025




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 9/8/25






 

MORE NEWS

Deboniar Music Hall, 1409 Queen Anne Road, Sunday, October 12. Show: 8pm. Tickets: $20. (advance); $325. (day of show). Info: (201) 833-0011 or visit debonairmusichall.com.


Jon Caspi & The First Gun to Celebrate EP release in Hazlet




Lightning in a Bottle - A Love Letter to Asbury Lanes




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




Vaclav Havel Center to Honor Joan Baez with Lifetime Achievement Award at 2025 Gala






 

UPCOMING SHOWS


Makin Waves with Laurie Berkner: Exciting Kids' Imaginations 

Laurie Berkner will perform in support of her new single and video, "Hello River," and recent "Greatest Hits" album on Oct. 5 at URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center.


Drew University Rocks the House with Legendary Tributes and Live Comedy In September




The Scottish Rite Auditiorium presents The Orchestra starring former members of the Electric Light Orchestra and ELO Part II




An Interview with Daniel Donato ahead of some PA/NJ shows in September






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