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Ferocious Designs Releases Debut Full-Length Album

Ferocious Designs, the music project of central New Jersey-based songwriter Brian Kelley, has released its first full-length album, Looking for the Light, now available for streaming and download at FerociousDesigns.com. A music video for the title track has also been released.

 
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Stephane Wrembel to release "Django New Orleans" on Water Is Life Records

(MAPLEWOOD, NJ) -- Acclaimed jazz guitarist Stephane Wrembel will release his 17th recording, Django New Orleans, on May 5, 2023, on vinyl, CD and all streaming platforms on his own Water Is Life Records. The release coincides with the 20th anniversary of his annual event, Django A Gogo Music Festival and Guitar Camp, which takes place May 3-7, 2023. Stephane Wrembel’s Django New Orleans will perform twice during the festival; Friday, May 5 at The Woodland in Maplewood, NJ, and Saturday, May 6 at The Town Hall.

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Celebrates Women's History Month with Events and Exhibits Featuring Patti Scialfa, Chaka Khan, Sheryl Crow & more

(CLEVELAND, OH) -- Honoring #WomenWhoRock, The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is hosting a series of Women’s History Month events and programs celebrating the achievements of some of music’s most notable female artists. Among them is a new artifact from Inductee Patti Scialfa of The E Street Band.

DEUCE MUSIC seeks artists for Numberella Charity Album

DEUCE MUSIC is currently seeking bands and artists to be included on this year's Numberella Charity Album. The album is not limited to artists from a particular area. All artists are invited to submit tracks for possible inclusion.

WFUV 90.7 FM to spin the new single from Fear Of Falling this Friday at Noon

On Friday, March 10th, East Coast alternative-rock band Fear Of Falling and Quark Records (InGrooves/Virgin/Universal Music) will drop "Looking Out For Number One" in style as WFUV's Alisa Ali will spin the new single during the 12 noon hour on NYC's WFUV 90.7FM.



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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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