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Belot Releases "Harmless Fun" EP

Following on from a killer run of vibrant singles including “Harmless Fun” and “Math”, London’s “awkward pop” pioneer Belot has announced her new EP Harmless Fun, showcased by the new single “Fake Phone Calls”, which brings back more of that bright and energetic texture she just loves to explore.

 
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Bob Burger to Release "The Domino Effect"

Bob Burger's latest solo album The Domino Effect will be released by JEM Records on July 1, 2022. This is his first solo release since The Day After in 2012. The album includes 11 new original alternative rock tracks that somewhat depart from The Weeklings sound, following in the style of Burger's earlier solo albums on the Big Brave Music label.  This will also be the first JEM release of Burger's solo work, although JEM has already released a series of power pop albums by The Weeklings, of which Burger is a founding member.  

Music Icon Frank Sinatra and Broadcast Legend Sid Mark Celebrated Seaside

(AVON-BY-THE-SEA, NJ) -- Musical icon Frank Sinatra and legendary broadcaster Sid Mark were recently celebrated at a Sunday afternoon special event, which took place at the Avon Marina, 2 Main Street, in Avon-By-the-Sea, NJ.  Alongside a sunny, picturesque view of the Marina, Guest Speakers Brian Mark, Chuck Granata and Dana Polan honored the memory of Sid Mark and chatted about the music and career of Frank Sinatra. 

Waxflower Releases "The Sound of What Went Wrong" EP

(BRISBANE, AUS) -- Off the back of their extensive national tour alongside Trophy Eyes, Brisbane pop-punk icons Waxflower have released their sophomore EP The Sound Of What Went Wrong via Rude Records.

"Drowning... Again" is Released by Kitchen Dwellers

Bozeman, MT based band Kitchen Dwellers have released Wise River, their third full length studio album, and a music video for "Drowning... (Again)". The album was produced by Cory Wong (Vulfpeck) and is being released by No Coincidence Records. The new album showcases homegrown stories and the band’s ever-expanding creative palette that carefully infuses elements of Americana, roots, bluegrass, rock and indie rock all into a truly unique sonic experience. 



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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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