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Three Voices, One Sound: Hanson Delivers a Soulful, Nostalgic Night in New Jersey

by Ilana Rapp - published 2025-10-25
When someone asked me what the audience demographic was for the band Hanson, my response was, "Probably people in their 50's." Boy, was I wrong!

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Concert Hall at Drew University presents BSTREETBAND

(MADISON, NJ) -- Get ready for a night of electrifying music as the legendary BSTREETBAND, the world's first tribute to Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, lights up the Concert Hall at Drew University on Saturday, November 1 2025. Showtime is 8:00pm.

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​​​​​​​Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Lie Fight (The Truth)" by Dinosaur Stampede

by Bob Makin - published 2025-10-24
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Lie Fight (The Truth)" by the local supergroup Dinosaur Stampede, which features members of Motel Shootout and Rollins Band.

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Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...10/23/25

by Danny Coleman - published 2025-10-23
"My Mississippi Roots," I'm going deep on that one," said bassist James "JB" Barnes as he discussed the recently released album of the same name. "I had to reach back to my family history on my father's side. My dad was from Port Gibson, Mississippi, was born in 1928 and he's not with us anymore but he is my lineage. The Barnes family name comes from that part of Mississippi, Claiborne County and that's where my dad is from; there's a lot of tradition down there in Mississippi; look at the blues musicians who came out of there (Mississippi). Muddy Waters, B.B. King, there is a lot of history down there, good, bad and ugly."

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This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from October 21-27, 2025

Here is a look at shows taking place from October 21-27, 2025 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.

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KC and the Sunshine Band LIVE! at STNJ

by Spotlight Central - published 2025-10-21
Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of KC and The Sunshine Band at State Theatre New Jersey on October 11, 2025.

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A Tribute to Lazlo and 25 Years of BlowUpRadio

by Gary Wien - published 2025-10-20
BlowUpRadio.com is in the midst of its annual Banding Together benefit for the Spondylitis Association of America with a webathon until October 22nd featuring live performances by Jersey artists. It's also a very special anniversary for the online radio station that was the first to be built around New Jersey artists. Lazlo has been doing this for 25 years now! And the local music community wanted to pay tribute to him and the station.

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Makin Waves with Don McLean: Starry Stories

by Bob Makin - published 2025-10-18
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Don McLean will bring his tour, "Starry Starry Night" – A Night of Hits and Stories, on Nov. 14 to URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center.

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Makin Waves with The Cowsills: 'Musical Family'

by Bob Makin - published 2025-10-16
The Cowsills, the real-life inspiration behind the hit television series "The Partridge Family," featuring teen siblings Bill, Bob, Barry, John, Susan, and Paul in tandem with mom Barbara, were one of the biggest pop acts of the late '60s. Their hits included "The Rain, the Park and Other Things," "Indian Lake," and "Hair," distinguished by their angelic harmonies and sun-kissed melodies.

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Makin Waves with James Mastro: 'The Passenger'

by Bob Makin - published 2025-10-15
Best known as a world-touring musician, Jersey legend James Mastro shares images from his travels with a unique perspective in "The Passenger." The photography exhibit has an opening reception on Oct. 16 and is on display through Nov. 23 at 503 Social Club, a visual and performing arts space James founded in Hoboken.

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