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BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 1/19/26



by Lazlo - published 2026-01-19

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 Tiny Cities, The Melancholy Kings, Jay Ingstrup, Bamberdost, furiousBall, Evil6, Steam Enginess, Jason Didner and the Drive, Jon Caspi & The First Gun, and Bruce Tunkel. Plus a look back at "M.L. King" by Jon Caspi.


Helen O'Shea Shares Rendition of "Lost" by The Cranberries, Honouring Dolores O'Riordan



Limerick-born, New-Jersey based roots artist Helen O'Shea released her latest single "Lost" to honor Dolores O'Riordan (The Cranberries) on the 8th anniversary of her passing on January 15th.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Light the Room" by The Extensions



by Bob Makin - published 2026-01-16

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Light the Room," the latest single from Asbury Park-based The Extensions.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 01/15/2026



by Danny Coleman - published 2026-01-15

"I'm doing fantabulous today. I'm from Berlin, Maryland, it's a very small town, one street light, lots of cops and everyone knows each other," chuckled young singer-songwriter Callum who will be making the trip up from the Terrapin state for two February shows, the first of which is at Flounder Brewing in Hillsborough, NJ and the second on February 22 at John & Peter's in New Hope, PA as part of Mike Montrey's Songwriter Showcase.



BBD Rhythm & Blues Band are 'Keeping the Blues Alive'



(OLD BRIDGE, NJ) -- People Get Ready for the 'Keeping the Blues Alive' 2026 Tour, featuring the BBD Rhythm & Blues Band. They have two shows in January - Sammy D's Bar Wine & Spirits in Old Bridge on Saturday, January 24th and Lizzie Rose Music Room in Tuckerton on Friday, January 30, 2026. Additional shows run throughout February.






An Interview with Zalerno about "Mythic Romance"



by Glen Langmaack - published 2026-01-14

Zalerno’s debut EP Mythic Romance doesn't feel like the opening statement of a band finding its footing so much as a snapshot of instinct already in motion, led by 17-year-old songwriter Griffin Salerno and grounded by his creative partnership with 19-year-old Joaquin Narucki.



The Newton Theatre presents Better Than Ezra on March 26st



(NEWTON, NJ) -- Better Than Ezra will perform at The Newton Theatre on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 8:00pm. For over 35 years, the alt-rock icons have maintained a direct line to the unbridled joy of making music, endlessly dreaming up songs with an uncanny power to linger forever in the listener's heart.



Lee Brice: Acoustic with special guest Deltona at State Theatre on January 23rd



(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey and The Bowery Presents, present Lee Brice: Acoustic with special guest Deltona on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 8:00pm.



bergenPAC to put tickets on sale for Happy Together Tour



(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) has announced one new show - The Happy Together Tour 2026, which takes place on Thursday, August 6th at 7:00pm. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am. Visit www.ticketmaster.com or call bergenPAC's Box Office at (201) 227-1030.



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from January 13-19, 2026



Here is a look at shows taking place from January 13-19, 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.






 

COLUMNS


Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 01/22/2026

"Rinny," that is correct, it's my first album ever but I do have an acoustic one coming shortly too but that has all different songs on it than the "Rinny" album," said a very enthusiastic Amber West as her debut album "Rinny" is releasing on Friday January 23. 




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from January 20-26, 2026




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 1/19/26




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Light the Room" by The Extensions








 

MORE NEWS

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Join Asbury Park Theater Company as they celebrate Joe Cocker's groundbreaking live album and tour, Mad Dogs & Englishmen, on Saturday, February 14, 2026 on the Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre stage at the Count Basie Center for the Arts. The show, previously announced as a two-night event at Ocean Grove's Jersey Shore Arts Center, makes a sudden surprise move to the Basie due to special demand and limitations for audience and production at the OG venue. An exciting move for the growing and evolving theater company, this is the first time Remember Jones will bring this show to the Basie stage.


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




Songwriters By The Sea: Musical Storytellers Take Listeners On A Journey




The Levoy Theatre presents Dead On Live




The Lords of 52nd Street return to Newton








 

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 Legendary Wailers featuring Julian Junior Marvin come to the Scottish Rite Auditorium




Lee Brice: Acoustic with special guest Deltona at State Theatre on January 23rd




Lizzie Rose Music Room presents the Matt O'Ree Band on January 23rd









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