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Grunin Center presents Latin Grammy Award Winner, Nella



(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Renowned singer Nella brings her multilingual artistry to Ocean County College, performing on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the Grunin Center for the Arts. Showtime is 7:00pm.


The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Jonatha Brooke



(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Jonatha Brooke on Friday April 24, 2026 at 7:30pm. The singer-songwriter merges evocative folk, melodic pop, with an edgier roots rock sensibility.



​​​​​​​Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Tom Seaver" by Greg Amici



by Bob Makin - published 2026-03-27

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Tom Seaver" from Central Jersey-based singer-songwriter Greg Amici's solo debut album, "Tragicomic."



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 03/26/2026



by Danny Coleman - published 2026-03-26

"We're home now for about a week until we start moving again," stated Selwyn Birchwood as he soaked up some home cookin' prior to hitting the road on March 20 in Delray Beach, Florida in support of his March 27 Alligator Records release called "Electric Swamp Funkin' Blues." 



State Theatre New Jersey presents The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA



(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:30pm. This is the ultimate ABBA tribute, touring through North America for the past 20 years. The audience and the press all agree that "This is the closest to ABBA you'll ever get!"






The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Susan Werner



​(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Susan Werner on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:30pm. Over the course of her twenty five year career, Susan Werner has earned a reputation as "one of the most innovative songwriters working today" (Chicago Tribune).​



Avenel PAC presents 20,000 Roads: The Music of Gram Parsons featuring Pat Guadagno, James Maddock & Lisa Bouchelle



(AVENEL, NJ) -- The dynamic trio of Pat Guadagno, James Maddock, and Lisa Bouchelle, accompanied by a powerhouse band of 'First Call' musicians, including Saturday Night Live drummer Shawn Pelton, come together to deliver 20,000 Roads: The Music of Gram Parsons, a soulful and heartfelt celebration of the timeless catalog of one of American music's most influential pioneers. The show comes to the Avenel Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 7:30pm.



Split Level Concerts presents Lucy Kaplansky at Jersey Shore Arts Center; Dave Vargo to Open



(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Contemporary folk stalwart Lucy Kaplansky will perform at Jersey Shore Arts Center on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 8:00pm. Jersey-born songwriter and guitarist Dave Vargo will open the show. The show is part of the on-going Split Level Concerts Series which highlights renowned Americana and contemporary folk musicians in a uniquely intimate setting.



Beginnings LIVE! at the Grunin Center



by Spotlight Central - published 2026-03-24

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of the Chicago tribute band, Beginnings, at the Grunin Center for the Arts on March 14, 2026.



BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 3/23/26



by Lazlo - published 2026-03-23

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 Pillowinde, Indeyevid, Quality Living, Sally Draper, Steam Enginess, and DIANA. Plus a look back at "Pinkerton's Assorted Colours" by The Anderson Council.






 

COLUMNS


This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 31 to April 6, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from March 31 to April 6, 2026 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State.




​​​​​​​Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Tom Seaver" by Greg Amici




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 03/26/2026




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 24-30, 2026








 

MORE NEWS

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Stone Pony presents Glen Hansard and special guest Margaret Glaspy on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 7:00pm.


Avenel Performing Arts Center presents singer-songwriter Steve Forbert




The Chapin Family presents: Harry Chapin’s Greatest Stories LIVE




The Folk Project's Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Mike Block Trio and Lynne Hanson




SOPAC presents Texas Flood - A Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan








 

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.


Kean Stage presents Billy Ocean on April 2nd




The Folk Project's Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Mike Block Trio and Lynne Hanson




Roy's Hall presents James McMurtry









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