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Middlesex County's FolkLIVE Event Series Returns for Summer 2026

 (MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ) -- Middlesex County's FolkLIVE event series, led by the Arts Institute of Middlesex County, returns this summer for a third year, inviting residents and visitors to celebrate the arts, cultural traditions, and local talent. Running from June through September, the series features an exciting lineup of four outdoor events highlighting diverse cultures through artistic expression including music, dance, and storytelling.

 
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"The Great Albums Podcast" Returns June 1st with New Monthly Episodes and Patreon Exclusives

 (ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Great Albums Podcast, a music commentary show that averaged 20,000 Week 1 downloads per episode and amassed over 6 million total downloads during its initial run from 2015-2019, will return on June 1 with its first regular episode in over seven years. New episodes will follow on the first of every month.

Tributes to Chicago, Taylor Swift, Van Morrison, Zac Brown, Elvis, Genesis, and Zach Bryan are coming to The Strand

 (LAKEWOOD, NJ) -- La Jolla Booking Agency continues its acclaimed tribute concert series at the Strand Center for the Arts with a diverse lineup of nationally touring tribute acts celebrating some of the most iconic artists in music history.

Troubles' debut "Red Alert" is a breathless blast of garage punk

 Troubles crash onto the scene with Red Alert, a debut that doesn't waste a second. The album is a feral mix of grit, hooks and raw, emotionally charged vocals that plants the band firmly on the garage punk map.

Dharma Guns releases "Nightmares and Broken Dreams"

 Helsinki-based dandy punk band Dharma Guns return with their scorching second album, declaring themselves the kings of action rock and delivering a dark, feverish take on the state of the world. Nightmares and Broken Dreams was released on April 24, 2026.


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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Junky Eyes" by Greg Amici

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Junky Eyes," the latest video from Central Jersey-based singer-songwriter Greg Amici's 2025 solo debut LP, "Tragicomic."



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 06/04/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from June 2-8, 2026



BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 6/1/26






 

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Wicked Cool Records announces "Friends of Jesse Malin: I Would Do It For You – Vol. 1"

Wicked Cool Records has announced Friends of Jesse Malin: I Would Do It For You – Vol. 1 (September 11) a new tribute album celebrating the music and enduring influence of Jesse Malin. In the 90s, Malin fronted the band D Generation, and leading the album's rollout is a version of their anthem "Too Loose," by Dave Hill's band, Valley Lodge.


2026 Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival to Take Place August 15th



Marc Ribler & Friends to perform Paul McCartney birthday tribute "When I'm 84" at Axelrod PAC



MPAC presents Straight No Chaser on June 26th



PHOTOS from 2026 Bobfest






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

MPAC Announces Free Summer Concert Lineup for 2026

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center's Arts in the Community free summer concert schedule for 2026 has been announced. MPAC will present six free concerts between June and August. The lineup includes the return of three of their most popular events – Bollywood Dance Party, Country Line Dancing and Salsa at Sunset, as well as singer-songwriters, and more.


The Vogel presents Pete Yorn Solo Acoustic: 25th Anniversary of "musicforthemorningafter"



Concerts in the Studio presents Bastards of Fine Arts on June 5th



The Newton Theatre presents L.A. Guns on June 6th






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