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Altrok's Radio Showcase with host Sean Carolan brings you the best selection of new and classic modern rock seen on the Jersey Shore since the demise of the legendary FM106.3 radio station. Listen to previous shows here

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COLUMNS

BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 4/20/26

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 each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Petal Aggression, Francesca Fuentes, Loose Panic, Fate-Touched, Rhonette Smith, ILL-ADVISED, and 1adam12. Plus a look back at "Jerry Ryan" by The Deafening Colors.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Once I Wake Up" by Sam Tunkel



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/16/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from April 14-20, 2026






 

MORE NEWS


New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) presents Yellow Brick Road - A Tribute to Elton John on Saturday

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) presents Yellow Brick Road - A Tribute to Elton John on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 8:00pm. Limited tickets remain.


Albert Music Hall presents a Modern Country Music Show on Saturday



Melissa Etheridge LIVE! at bergenPAC



A Darker Americana: Don Ryan on Chaos, Craft, and His New Album



MPAC presents Melissa Etheridge: Rise Tour on September 9th






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

State Theatre New Jersey presents The Sound Studio Series 2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.


Bruce Springsteen And The E Street Band's Land Of Hope And Dreams American Tour Announced For Spring 2026



Get the Led Out to Perform Three Nights at Scottish Rite Auditorium



Vivid Stage presents Old Friends: A Cabaret with Charles Thomas






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