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Gary Wien's tribute to 1980s rock and roll. Wien is a music writer from Belmar, NJ who spins the hits, the misses, obscure tracks, and personal favorites from the 80s.

 
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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


Melissa Etheridge LIVE! at bergenPAC

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Melissa Etheridge at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) on April 10, 2026.


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



MPAC presents Melissa Etheridge: Rise Tour on September 9th



The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents singer-songwriter Richard Shindell on May 8th



Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center presents Eaglemania on May 8th






 

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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