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MPAC Finishes June Strong With Great Shows

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Classic rock, amazing songwriters, a free concert and lots of tickets going on sale highlight Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)'s schedule between June 20 and June 30th. Below is a listing of ticketed and free concerts, and new events going on sale this week.

 
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Middlesex County announces 2023 Music-in-the-Park concert series

​​​​​​​(MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ) -- Middlesex County's annual Music-in-the-Park summer concert series is back in 2023 with shows from some of the most talented musicians in the area! Come enjoy these free concerts at one of the county's many beautiful parks, all you need to bring is your favorite lawn chair and love of music. These free events are open to the public.

Bob Bradshaw releases "The Art of Feeling Blue"

(BOSTON, MA) -- "There’s a paradox in that I'm a very private person, yet somehow I want, or need, to be in front of people, performing", says Bob Bradshaw. Bradshaw – Irish-born but a US resident for three decades now – is explaining the path he's taken as a singer-songwriter-guitarist over the course of hundreds of gigs and songs, and, now, ten albums.

Yusuf / Cat Stevens releases "King Of A Land"

Yusuf / Cat Stevens has released a new album of original music, King of a Land, via BMG / Dark Horse Records. More than a decade in the making, the twelve-song collection serves as a deeply meaningful and moving self-portrait by one of popular music’s most enduring and beloved songwriters - touching on themes of unity, peace, joy, and childlike wonder.

Ferocious Designs releases "Life's In The Balance"

Ferocious Designs, the music project of central New Jersey-based songwriter Brian Kelley, has released a standalone single titled "Life's in the Balance," available now for streaming and download at FerociousDesigns.com. A music video for the track has also been released.



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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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