Ferocious Designs releases "The Greatest Love (Christian Beach Remix)"
Ferocious Designs, the music project of central New Jersey-based songwriter Brian Kelley, has released a "The Greatest Love (Christian Beach Remix)" as a single, packaged with new mixes of the previously available "It's Christmas Time Again" and "Merry War on Christmas." All tracks are available now for streaming and download at FerociousDesigns.com. An accompanying lyric video for the single has also been released.
Jason and Travis Kelce Team Up for Christmas Duet on "Fairytale of Philadelphia"
(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- For the third single from the upcoming A Philly Special Christmas Special (Vera Y Records), Jason Kelce, Jordan Mailata, Lane Johnson and Connor Barwin tapped fellow NFL player, Travis Kelce to duet with his brother on "Fairytale of Philadelphia." This is a reimagining of The Pogues' holiday classic, "Fairytale of New York," and the Philly-centric lyrics were written in collaboration by members of The Philly Specials. Producer Charlie Hall and engineer Nick Krill traveled to Kansas City this summer to capture Travis' performance for the album.
Billy Joel at The Garden Sells Out Final Residency Performances, Marking 150 Lifetime Sold Out Shows
(NEW YORK, NY) -- Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (‘MSG Entertainment’) announced that all 150 lifetime performances by legendary musician and MSG franchise Billy Joel at Madison Square Garden are officially sold out. This includes the remaining shows as part of his record-breaking residency, which concludes on July 25, 2024. Since his unprecedented residency began in January 2014, Joel has sold nearly 2 million tickets, redefining the concept of a residency – and making Madison Square Garden history – with the scope and ambition of his music franchise at the iconic venue.
Broadside releases "Hotel Bleu"
(RICHMOND, VA) -- Alternative pop rock band Broadside has released their fourth full-length album, Hotel Bleu. Featuring previous singles "Cruel," "Bang," and "Lucid," Hotel Bleu is out now via SharpTone Records. Stream / purchase the album at https://bfan.link/hotel-bleu.
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BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 8/10/26
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 with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Des & the Swagmatics, Bamberdost, Owen Lake and the Tragic Loves, Jonny Couch, Sean Henry Tonight!, and Ava LaMonte. Plus a look back at "Duluth" by Particle Zoo.
MORE NEWS
The Soundtrack of Resilience: Explore Music's Role in Post-9/11 America at the Lacey Library
(FORKED RIVER, NJ) -- In honor of Patriot Day, the Lacey Branch of the Ocean County Library will host "The Soundtrack of Resilience: Music and 9/11" on Thursday, September 10, 2026. The event begins at 2:00pm.
Albert Music Hall presents Pineystock on Sunday
"Amazing!" Bruce Hornsby LIVE! at Ocean City Music Pier
The Vogel presents Early Elton Trio on Saturday
Scottish Rite Auditorium presents Hot Tuna on Friday
UPCOMING SHOWS
2026-27 Season Preview: Split Level Concerts at Jersey Shore Arts Center
(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Split Level Concerts at the Jersey Shore Arts Center (JSAC) in Ocean Grove has announced the full concert lineup for its third season. All shows will take place beginning at 8:00pm in JSAC's Palaia Theater. The season lineup includes Willie Nile, John Gorka, Dan Bern, Catie Curtis and Band, Stephen Kellogg, Abbie Gardner, Heather Maloney and Band, and Kim Richey. As they have done in prior years, artists from the Asbury Park music scene will open many of the shows.
MPAC's Summer 2026 Preview
West Windsor Arts Announces 2026 Summer Music and More Series
Jersey Arts Podcast: Jorma Kaukonen and Hot Tuna Bring New Tour to New Jersey
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