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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Once I Wake Up" by Sam Tunkel



by Bob Makin - published 2026-04-17

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Once I Wake Up" from "The Sting of the Blade," the recently released sophomore full-length from Central Jersey singer-songwriter Sam Tunkel.


Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/16/2026



by Danny Coleman - published 2026-04-16

"I'm doing good man, what's happening?" Laughed a very energized Alastair Greene as he discussed his upcoming April 30 show at Tuckerton's Lizzie Rose Music Room and his new EP, "Live in Sin City" as well as his thoughts on touring overseas. 



Hey Bulldog to Pay Tribute to The Beatles at Liberty Science Center



(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Hey Bulldog will perform a tribute to The Beatles in the Planetarium at Liberty Science Center on Thursday, April 30, 2026 from 8:00pm to 10:00pm. Come see one of the area's best Beatles cover bands perform some good old fashioned no fuss rock and roll!



Lighty's Corner: April 13, 2026



by Lighty - published 2026-04-13

I’m one of those guys who hates it when people say that rock and roll is dead. That there’s no good new music today. I actually think there may be more good music now than ever, but it’s just harder to find. Since we get a ton of new music sent to us at New Jersey Stage each week, I decided to try something new - a recorded DJ hosted radio show and a column spotlighting new works. The plan is to have a new one every two weeks.



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Alastair Green on April 30th



(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Alastair Greene on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:30pm. A native of Santa Barbara,California and now residing in Austin, Greene has ridden his Blues-soaked rock into the 21st century, traversing a constantly changing global (and musical) landscape.






Billy Ocean LIVE! at Kean Stage



by Spotlight Central - published 2026-04-10

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Billy Ocean at Kean Stage on April 2, 2026.



Vivid Stage presents Old Friends: A Cabaret with Charles Thomas



(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center in Summit, will present Old Friends, a cabaret featuring vocalist Charles Thomas and pianist Rick Knutsen on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:00pm.



MPAC presents The String Queens on April 24th



(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Praised for its authentic, soulful, and orchestral sound, The String Queens (TSQ) is a dynamic trio that creates stimulating musical experiences that inspire diverse audiences to love, hope, feel, and imagine! The String Queens come to Mayo Performing Arts Center, Friday, April 24, 2026 at 8:00pm.



Rick Wakeman LIVE! at bergenPAC



by Spotlight Central - published 2026-04-04

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Wakeman and Son at bergenPAC on March 25, 2026.



"The Master at Work" Jimmy Webb LIVE! at The Vogel



by Spotlight Central - published 2026-04-01

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Jimmy Webb at The Vogel on March 22, 2026.






 

COLUMNS


This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from April 21-27, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from April 21-27, 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.




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 4/20/26




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Once I Wake Up" by Sam Tunkel




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/16/2026








 

MORE NEWS

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The Grammy Award-winning Punch Brothers will begin a twenty-eight city U.S. tour on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC). Tickets range from $53-$85. Showtime is 7:30pm.


The Newton Theatre presents Adrian Vandenberg "My Whitesnake Years Tour"




Split Level Concerts presents Kim Richey, Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter, at Jersey Shore Arts Center on May 16th




Zebra Pen presents 3rd Annual Songwriting Sweepstakes celebrating the path to self expression




Graham Nash LIVE! at STNJ








 

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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