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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






 

MORE NEWS


Bergen County Players to Hold Open Auditions for "The Producers" this week

(ORADELL, NJ) -- Bergen County Players (BCP) will open auditions for The Producers on June 9th, 11th, and 13th. BCP is seeking a dynamic cast of strong comic actors who sing and move well to play main, supporting, and featured ensemble roles for its 94th season opener. The Producers is a satirical musical comedy and farce about two unlikely partners—a scheming, larger-than-life Broadway producer and a timid, anxious accountant—who set out to make the worst Broadway show ever and end up creating a surprise hit.


There will be a Def Poetry Reunion at Dodge Poetry Festival on October 17th



Cousin Brucie Presents Herman's Hermits and Tommy James LIVE! at PNC Bank Arts Center



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



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






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

There will be a Def Poetry Reunion at Dodge Poetry Festival on October 17th

(NEWARK, NJ) -- The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the highly anticipated Def Poetry Reunion, taking place exclusively at NJPAC during the renowned Dodge Poetry Festival. The festival will run from October 15-17, 2026, with the Def Jam Poetry Reunion scheduled for Saturday, October 17th at 5:00pm, promising an unforgettable evening for poetry fans and local communities.


Bergen County Players to Hold Open Auditions for "The Producers" this week



MPAC Announces Free Summer Concert Lineup for 2026



Sergio Mendes' Wife, Gracinha Leporace, Brings His 'Best Band Ever' to New Jersey






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