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Helen O'Shea & Liam Ó'Maonlaí (Hothouse Flowers) Join Forces For 'Caged Birds'

 Limerick-born, New-Jersey based roots artist Helen O'Shea will release new single 'Caged Birds' on November 21, 2025, featuring acclaimed artist and songwriter Liam Ó'Maonlaí of Hothouse Flowers. The single is the fourth release from her upcoming album Songs In The Key of O, which pays homage to Sinéad O'Connor and Dolores O'Riordan (The Cranberries), and is due for release on March 6th, 2026.

 
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Cold Weather Company Brings Cozy Cheer with "Warmth in Winter"

 Ba ba ba da da! It's officially "Warmth in Winter" season! New Jersey-based indie alternative-folk trio Cold Weather Company are wrapping listeners in a blanket of holiday nostalgia and cozy charm with their beloved seasonal song, "Warmth in Winter."

Ana Luna releases "Tainted Silhouettes"

 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

 (HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Multi-platinum recording artist Jack Johnson brings the SURFILMUSIC Tour to the local area with shows at PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ on June 21st; Highmark Mann Center in Philadelphia on June 27th; and Northwell at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh, NY on June 28, 2026.

Tiny Cities to Release First Single From Upcoming EP

 Tiny Cities will release the EP Beginning of the End on January 16, 2026. This is a thought provoking indie record from two of New Jersey's most prolific singing song-writing duos - Melissa Anthony and Dennis King.


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COLUMNS

BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 3/9/26

Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by The Cucumbers; Dr. Void; best dressed ghost; Laree H. Cisco; DDA; Mourning Coffee, aevina; and Psychtooth. Plus a look back at "Don't You Move" by The Mighty Alrighty.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Open Up the Door" by Jackson Pines



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 03/05/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 3-9, 2026






 

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Kean Stage presents Candlelight Celtic on Sunday

(HILLSIDE, NJ) -- Kean Stage presents Candlelight Celtic on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at Enlow Recital Hall. From the producers and co-creators of Rockin' Road to Dublin and Christmas in Killarney comes the new intimate and illuminating show Candlelight Celtic. Showtime is 3:00pm.


Lizzie Rose Music Room presents The Billy Walton Band on Sunday



Cherish the Ladies LIVE! at the Grunin Center



2025 Asbury Park Music Award Winners



South Jersey Musician Wants You To Be In His Music Video






 

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.


Learn about the Women of the E Street Band at the Plumsted Library on March 9th



The Newton Theatre presents All You Need Is George - The Music of George Harrison on March 12th



Tropicana Showroom presents Mammoth






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