Anthony D'Amato Returned to NPR's Weekend Edition To Talk About Latest Album and Photography Book
(BROOKLYN, NY) -- Acclaimed songwriter Anthony D’Amato returned to NPR's Weekend Edition on Saturday, November 19, 2022 to discuss his widely-lauded new album, At First There Was Nothing, which has earned career-best reviews in both the US and Europe, with American Songwriter hailing it as “a new masterpiece” and MOJO awarding it four stars. D’Amato spoke with host Scott Simon about the period of intense uncertainty and transformation behind the album, as well as his decision to release an accompanying book of photography complete with lyrics, an essay, and a digital download code for our increasingly post-CD world.
Ferocious Designs Releases "You and Me Against the World"
Ferocious Designs, the music project of central New Jersey-based songwriter Brian Kelley, has released an updated version of “You and Me Against the World” as a single. The track is available for download/streaming at FerociousDesigns.com.
Asbury Park Music Foundation Welcomes New Executive Director Tom Donovan at "A Season of Change" Reception
(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The nonprofit Asbury Park Music Foundation ushered in a new era with “A Season of Change'' on November 13, 2022. The private reception featured entertainment by local musicians Alexander Simone and Ryver Bey at Watermark in Asbury Park. In addition to celebrating the new Executive Director, Tom Donovan, the Board of Trustees shared their vision for expansion after more than a decade of Asbury Park-centric operations.
Jason Didner to Release “Side Effects” in February 2023
Lately, rock singer-songwriter Jason Didner has grown prolific in his songwriting and recording output. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, this artist has released a full-length album and a career-spanning compilation. He has also released six singles and contributed two tracks to charitable albums.
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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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