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Jersey Shore sensation Layonne Holmes to lead two shows at Bell Works this summer

(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Layonne Holmes brings her rich, soulful voice to the outdoor deck at Bell Works on two summer evenings. On Sunday, July 23, she helms The Motor City Revue, the group she co-founded in 2011. She returns on Sunday, August 13 for Soul Celebration alongside powerhouse vocalists JaQuita May and Khadijah Mohammed.

 
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Mirrors on the Moon releases "Don't Panic"

The New Jersey based band Mirrors On The Moon released a video for "Don't Panic" on July 18. This is the follow-up to their recently released single, "Get Lost". Both songs are from the band's upcoming debut album slated for release later this year.

The Bones of J.R. Jones releases "The Flood"

(NEW YORK, NY) -- On July 18, 2023, the New York-based artist The Bones of J.R. Jones released "The Flood," the second song to be released from his forthcoming Slow Lightning that will be released on October 13 via Tone Tree Music. The Bones of J.R. Jones has also announced a US and European tour, with an album release show in his home state at Mercury Lounge on October 13, 2023.

Upcoming at White Eagle Hall in August 2023

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- White Eagle Hall continues an exciting and diverse schedule of events for Jersey City and all of its surrounding areas. Originally constructed in 1910 and reopened in 2017 after a multi-year, multi-million-dollar renovation, the 800-person capacity music venue in Jersey City remains a major hub of entertainment for everyone, delivering a diversified selection of shows.

CR and The Nones releases "The Long Game"

New Jersey-based collective CR and The Nones presents 'The Long Game', the first single from 'The Ghosts Are Coming Home', the band's second album and the first to be released via the Magic Door Record Label.



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COLUMNS


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.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Soaked" by Kiaura Rose




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 08/06/2026




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from August 4-10, 2026






 

MORE NEWS

(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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