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Asbury Park Music Awards Returns February 20th



(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Asbury Park Music Awards return to The Stone Pony on Friday, February 20, 2026. For over two decades, the awards night brought the local music community together and shined a spotlight on the artists. This will be the first time the awards are presented since 2018.


Musicians On A Mission presents Come to Your Senses on February 22nd



(LINCROFT, NJ) -- Musicians On A Mission presents Come to Your Senses on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at The Gallery at Thompson Park. The event promises to tantalize all five senses with art, music, food, drinks, and handmade candles & essential oils from the Radiant Angel Candle Company. Plus, you'll have the chance to win some amazing raffle baskets! The event runs from 3:00pm to 7:00pm.



State Theatre New Jersey presents Buddy Guy



(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Buddy Guy on Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 8:00pm. At nearly 90 years old, Buddy Guy remains a singular force in American music. Fresh off earning his ninth Grammy® Award in 2026 for Best Traditional Blues Album (Ain't Done with the Blues), the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and one of the last living architects of electric blues will celebrate a historic milestone with the Buddy Guy 90 Tour, featuring select headline performances across North America in 2026.



State Theatre New Jersey presents Celtic Woman - A New Era Tour



(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Grammy®-nominated global music sensation Celtic Woman, the most successful all-female Irish group in history, is set to return to North America and captivate audiences once again with their brand-new tour, Celtic Woman – A New Era. The tour comes to State Theatre New Jersey on Friday, March 6, 2026 at 8:00pm.



bergenPAC presents The Jacksons on February 21st



(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents The Jacksons on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 7:00pm. Note: This concert was originally scheduled for August 10. 2025. Tickets for that date are still valid.






Makin Waves with Alex Dawson: Helluva Hoedown



by Bob Makin - published 2026-02-08

Alex Dawson is full-time faculty at Rutgers University, where he teaches creative writing with a focus on folklore, fantasy, and horror; hosts Inside the Writers House, a video chat with acclaimed authors from all over the world; and leads fable-fueled Study Abroad programs to some of the planet's most mythical places.



An Interview with Rob Derhak of moe.



by Chris Paul - published 2026-02-04

Beginning on February 5, 2026, moe. will start their upcoming Born to Fly tour in South Burlington, VT with a 3-night run. This tour will feature a 4-night run at the Ardmore Music Hall in Ardmore, PA from March 4-7th, the longest of many multiple night residencies. Moe. will also perform at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood, NJ on April 11th. This tour marks over 3 decades of music and life for these jam band veterans. Prior to the start of the new tour, I was honored to speak with Rob Derhak (bassist).



Split Level Concerts presents Shannon McNally with her band; Arlan Feiles to Open



(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Grammy nominated songstress Shannon McNally will perform with her band at the Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 8:00pm. Arlan Feiles, whose 2025 release Diaspora was recently named Album of the Year by Makin Waves, will open the show.



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.



McCarter Theatre presents Lucius - A History Worth Repeating



(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre presents Lucius - A History Worth Repeating on Friday, March 27, 2026 at 8:00pm in the Matthews Theatre. Known for their engaging live performances and spell-binding harmonies, Grammy-nominated indie-pop band Lucius are a mesmerizing experience of mirrored kinship and honesty.






 

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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Do You? Will You?" by Sam Tunkel

Hot off the heels of his acclaimed 2025 debut LP, "Out There," and its immediate follow-up single, "Inner City Lullaby," young but prolific Central Jersey singer-songwriter Sam Tunkel is keeping the momentum going with an EP, "The Parade Man."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 02/19/2026




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from February 17-23, 2026




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 2/16/26








 

MORE NEWS

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Brit Floyd – The Moon, The Wall and Beyond 2026 on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 7:30pm. This monumental new production celebrates two of the most iconic and influential albums in rock history—Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall—with a breathtaking show that captures the spirit, sound, and spectacle of the legendary band.


North to Shore festival to take place June 13-28




Bruce Springsteen And The E Street Band's Land Of Hope And Dreams American Tour Announced For Spring 2026




Umphrey's Mcgee at the Fillmore in Philadelphia 2/13/26




Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena presents Kansas on Saturday








 

UPCOMING SHOWS


Makin Waves with Alex Dawson: Helluva Hoedown

Alex Dawson is full-time faculty at Rutgers University, where he teaches creative writing with a focus on folklore, fantasy, and horror; hosts Inside the Writers House, a video chat with acclaimed authors from all over the world; and leads fable-fueled Study Abroad programs to some of the planet's most mythical places.


State Theatre New Jersey presents The Sound Studio Series 2026




The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Anne Hills on February 20th




Asbury Park Music Awards Returns February 20th









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