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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.

 
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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.

Juneteenth Celebration with the Municipality of Princeton is a Popular and Resilient Feature of the Princeton Festival

 (PRINCETON, NJ) -- Hundreds turned out for Thursday's Juneteenth Celebration culminating with the show Masters of Soul: A Motown Revue at the 2025 Princeton Festival, despite a dramatic evening downpour with flooding, thunder, and high winds.

Jacob Tremont releases "Slow Motion Night" on Mint 400 Records

 Jacob Tremont has made a name for himself in the indie underground, known for his cinematic songwriting and raw, poetic voice. With a style that blends '90s alt-rock, modern folk, and lo-fi elements, Tremont's sound is often likened to icons like Elliott Smith, Bright Eyes, and Pavement. As a regular figure in New York and New Jersey's DIY music scenes, he's built a reputation for his emotionally resonant songs and captivating live performances.

Don Giovanni Records welcomes Storey Littleton to the label

 Don Giovanni Records is thrilled to welcome Storey Littleton to the roster. A Brooklyn-based songwriter, Storey grew up on the road with her family band Ida, performing in libraries, dive bars, and everywhere in between. Now stepping further into her own voice, she marks the beginning of this new chapter with the release of "At a Diner" — her debut single for the label.


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COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Tan Lines" by Blaise

The magic of Local Summer has been captured by Asbury Park singer-songwriter Blaise with his new single and video, "Tan Lines."



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...9/4/25



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from September 2-8, 2025



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "New Years at the Airport" by Yawn Mower






 

MORE NEWS


MPAC presents George Thorogood & The Destroyers

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presents George Thorogood & The Destroyers on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 7:30pm. The band has been a staple on rock radio for 50 years. Canyon Lights will open the night. Limited tickets remain.


Blackberry Smoke LIVE! at bergenPAC



State Theatre New Jersey presents EagleMania



Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Steve Hackett



Roy's Hall presents singer-songwriter Crystal Bowersox






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

Steve Forbert to Play Two Shows in New Jersey

Steve Forbert is touring in support of his wonderful album, Daylight Savings Time, and has a pair of shows coming up in New Jersey. He will be performing in Matawan's Terhune Park on Thursday, August 28th and at Stangl Stage in Flemington on Friday, September 12, 2025.


Makin Waves with Laurie Berkner: Exciting Kids' Imaginations 



2025 Bayzara Music Festival to Bring Top Artists to Keansburg



bergenPAC presents Almost Queen on Saturday






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