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Canaan Smith Relives Hometown Memories And Shares His Most Honest Internal Dialogue With Two New Songs



Canaan Smith continues to share a glimpse into his evolving artistry with two deeply personal new songs — "Chickahominy" and "Bad News." The tracks are the final preview of his forthcoming album Chickahominy (1.24). Available now, these new tracks showcase Smith's departure from the mainstream and dive deep into his connection with storytelling and emotional vulnerability.


Borgata presents A John Legend Christmas



(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- A John Legend Christmas comes to the Borgata Event Center on Friday, December 20, 2024. Performing alongside a four-piece-band, Legend will deliver holiday classics from his hit album, A Legendary Christmas. Showtime is 8:00pm.



Sinatra Scholars Talk Frank and Remember Riddle at Swingin' Tribute



(AVON BY THE SEA, NJ) -- A swingin' Saturday afternoon event, filled with musical memories of Frank Sinatra, kicked off the holiday season on the right sentimental note, as Mr. Sinatra's heavenly 109th birthday approaches.



James D'Amico's Sun Concerts and The Strand Theater present Almost Queen on January 11th



(LAKEWOOD, NJ) -- James D'Amico's Sun Concerts and The Strand Theater present Almost Queen on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 8:00pm. They are the most authentic Queen tribute show since the days of Queen themselves.



The Singer-Songwriter of Cape May Conference to Return in March After Five-Year Hiatus



(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- After a five-year hiatus, the Singer-Songwriter of Cape May Conference will return on March 28-29, 2025, bringing music, mentorship, and performances back to historic Congress Hall and 16 live music venues across Cape May.



Chris Batten & The Woods release New Christmas Song



New Jersey’s own "Dad Rock" heroes, Chris Batten & The Woods are closing out a prolific year with their 4th new single of 2024 — "Christmas (Here With You)". The song was released on December 6th.



Jersey Arts Podcast: A Rockin' Christmas with Twelve Twenty-Four at the Levoy Theatre



by Gina Marie Rodriguez, JerseyArts.com - published 2024-12-06

Known for their electrifying renditions of classic holiday music, Twelve Twenty-Four combines the festive spirit with high-energy rock performances that will leave audiences of all ages wanting more. They are the longest running Trans Siberian Orchestra Tribute band having begun in 2002, over twenty years ago!



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Must Be Santa" by The Weeklings



by Bob Makin - published 2024-12-06

Elvis was the Pelvis. Jerry Lee was Killer. The Beatles were The Fab Four. Well, The Weeklings are The Mashers, kings of the musical mashup.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...12/5/24



by Danny Coleman - published 2024-12-05

"How Much Is Enough?" People seem to be taking to it," laughed Iain Matthews as he openly talked about his new release, his musical wanderlust, writer's block and more.   You finish a record and you're so saturated with it; you know if it's good but you just don't know how people are going to relate to it; you only know what you've created as an artist, you don't know whether you've made something that will draw people in but now that Wendy (Brynford-Jones) is doing her thing with all of the press and sending the record out to people, I'm getting these amazing responses back. So, I'm kind of thinking; maybe it's good (laughs)."



Elvis Costello and Steve Nieve to Play Shows in Red Bank and Montclair



(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Fans of Elvis Costello have two chances to see the artist when his tour with Steve Nieve comes to New Jersey in February 2025.  They will be at the Count Basie Center for the Arts on Friday, February 21st and at The Wellmont Theater on Monday, February 24th.




 

COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Must Be Santa" by The Weeklings

Elvis was the Pelvis. Jerry Lee was Killer. The Beatles were The Fab Four. Well, The Weeklings are The Mashers, kings of the musical mashup.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...12/5/24




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from December 3-10, 2024




Katchats: My Musical Journey Part 2






 

MORE NEWS

The Used have announced their nationwide 25th Anniversary Tour creating an unforgettable experience for fans with 3 nights in each city, featuring a full album play through of the music they created that shaped the sound of early 2000s alternative rock. The celebration will highlight their first three albums performed in full: their self-titled record The Used (2002), In Love And Death (2004) and Lies For The Liars (2007).


Makin Waves with Jackson Pines: Makin Waves Band of the Year




New Jersey Symphony appoints Terry D. Loftis as President & CEO




Subaru Announces 2025 Subaru Winterfest Locations and Music Lineup led by Headliner Grace Potter






 

UPCOMING SHOWS


Outpost in the Burbs presents Robyn Hitchcock

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Robyn Hitchcock on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at First Congregational Church of Montclair. Imogen Clark will open the night. Doors are at 7:30pm, showtime is 8:00pm.


Jesse Malin to Perform A Featured Set at Light of Day WinterFest 2025




State Theatre New Jersey presents Salute to Vienna




Sing in the Season – Experience holiday magic with Four of NJ's Top Choral Groups







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