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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.



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.



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Jeffrey Gaines on March 6th



(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Jeffrey Gaines on Friday, March 6, 2026 at 7:30pm. Gaines has been heralded for his soul-searching lyrics and his powerful live performances. With only his voice and a guitar for accompaniment, Gaines has earned a reputation as a captivating performer, entertaining his audiences worldwide.



Outpost in the Burbs presents Rhett Miller of Old 97's



(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Rhett Miller on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 8:00pm. Rhett is a revered singer-songwriter known for his more than three decades fronting the popular rock band Old 97's who were honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award during the 2025 Americana Awards at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium.



Carteret PAC presents Max Weinberg's Jukebox on March 20th



​​​​​​​(CARTERET, NJ) -- New Jersey rock & roll icon Max Weinberg brings his high-energy, interactive, audience-driven show Max Weinberg's Jukebox to the URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center on Friday, March 20, 2026 at 8:00pm.



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



(MANASQUAN, NJ) -- Algonquin Arts Theatre presents Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:00pm. This is a unique experience that puts the audience in control.






 

COLUMNS


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

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of The Four Tops and The Temptations at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on February 12, 2026.


The Newton Theatre presents Solas 30th Anniversary Tour on March 6th




State Theatre New Jersey presents Brit Floyd - The Moon, The Wall and Beyond 2026




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








 

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.


Marc Ribler and Friends presents George Harrison's Birthday Tribute at Bell Theater




Conan Gray and Esha Tewari to do shows in NJ, NY, and PA




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









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