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This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from January 6-12, 2026



Here is a look at shows taking place from January 6-12, 2026 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. Click on the title to go to the full preview. Jump to Featured Events, Event Previews, Event Listings, Coming Soon.


Will Downing to Perform at UCPAC on Valentine's Day



(RAHWAY, NJ) -- New Jersey resident and former Angela Bofill Manager Rich Engel is teaming up with old friend and fellow Jersey resident Will Downing this Valentine's Day (Saturday, February 14, 2026), with a love fest not to be forgotten at the Union County Performing Arts Center in Rahway.



State Theatre presents Tusk: The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute



(NEW BUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Tusk: The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 8:00pm. Tusk has been crisscrossing the country since 2008 as the number one Tribute to Fleetwood Mac in the world. No fancy tricks, no gimmicks, just five musicians recreating the music of Fleetwood Mac to perfection with note-for-note renditions that no other Fleetwood Mac tribute on the touring scene today can come close to duplicating.



The Smithereens LIVE! at The Vogel



by Spotlight Central - published 2025-12-27

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of The Smithereens at The Vogel on December 18, 2025.



Herman's Hermits' Peter Noone in "An Olde English Christmas" LIVE! at Carteret PAC



by Spotlight Central - published 2025-12-23

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of An Olde English Christmas with Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone at Carteret PAC on December 13, 2025.






Outpost in the Burbs presents Vienna Teng on April 11th



(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents singer-songwriter Vienna Teng on April 11, 2026 at the First Congregational Church of Montclair. Doors are at 7:30pm, showtime is 8:00pm.



Algonquin Arts Theatre presents Magical Mystery Doors



(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre presents Magical Mystery Doors - a Beatles/Zeppelin/Doors tribute band - on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 8:00pm. Magical Mystery Doors takes classic rock beyond the standard tribute.



Makin Waves Top 10 Jersey Indie Songs of 2025



by Bob Makin - published 2025-12-21

The top 10 songs of 2025 by New Jersey-based indie artists, according to Makin Waves



Makin Waves Top 10 Jersey Indie Albums of 2025



by Bob Makin - published 2025-12-20

Here are the top 10 albums by New Jersey-based indie artists for 2025, according to Makin Waves.



Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center presents Country Icon Trace Adkins in September



(CARTERET, NJ) -- Multi-PLATINUM entertainer Trace Adkins will bring his 30th Anniversary Tour to the URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center on Friday, September 18, 2026, for one night only. The show is part of Adkins' nationwide headline tour celebrating 30 years of chart-topping hits and powerhouse live performances. Showtime is 8:00pm.






 

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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Destiny" by Never the Name

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Destiny," the closing track of Never the Name's seven song debut album, "Millennial Boomer Consumer."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 01/08/2026




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from January 6-12, 2026




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "A New Year's Lullaby" by The New Bardots








 

MORE NEWS

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Jersey's own Matt O'Ree Band on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 7:30pm. Here's your chance to catch them in an intimate venue before they head off for a long tour of tropical locations.


Algonquin Arts Theatre presents Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience




Light of Day WinterFest 2026 Preview




North Jersey Blues Society presents NJBS Showcase Series: Women in Blues on March 8th




"Welcome to Hidden Tracks Records"








 

UPCOMING SHOWS


Light of Day WinterFest 2026 Preview

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- It's time for the annual Light of Day shows! A time when Asbury Park comes alive with music throughout the city -- everything from singer-songwriter to rock & blues to cover bands and tribute acts. It's a great time to check out new artists, see your favorites, and experience new venues. In addition to Asbury Park, there are shows at City Winery in NYC, John & Peter's in New Hope, Outpost in the Burbs, and Bob's Birthday Bash in Red Bank.


The Newton Theatre presents Queensrÿche




The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Crys Matthews




Brook Arts Center presents Gold Rush: The Music of Neil Young









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