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Albert Music Hall presents Annual Homeplace Show: The Sounds of the Jersey Pines on Saturday



(WARETOWN, NJ) -- On Saturday, November 15, 2025, the annual Homeplace Show will take place at Albert Music Hall, featuring traditional "Sounds of the Jersey Pines." The name of the show originates from weekly jam sessions once held at the Albert brothers’ cabin—affectionately known as the Homeplace by those who played there. These gatherings drew crowds from near and far, including both musicians and music enthusiasts who came to listen or sing along. Over time, they inspired the founding of Albert Music Hall and the Pinelands Cultural Society.


Helen O'Shea & Liam Ó'Maonlaí (Hothouse Flowers) Join Forces For 'Caged Birds'



Limerick-born, New-Jersey based roots artist Helen O'Shea will release new single 'Caged Birds' on November 21, 2025, featuring acclaimed artist and songwriter Liam Ó'Maonlaí of Hothouse Flowers. The single is the fourth release from her upcoming album Songs In The Key of O, which pays homage to Sinéad O'Connor and Dolores O'Riordan (The Cranberries), and is due for release on March 6th, 2026.



Cold Weather Company Brings Cozy Cheer with "Warmth in Winter"



Ba ba ba da da! It's officially "Warmth in Winter" season! New Jersey-based indie alternative-folk trio Cold Weather Company are wrapping listeners in a blanket of holiday nostalgia and cozy charm with their beloved seasonal song, "Warmth in Winter."



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from November 11-17, 2025



Here is a look at shows taking place from November 11-17, 2025 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.



UCPAC presents Black Sabbath and Metallica tribute bands on Friday



(RAHWAY, NJ) -- Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) presents Sabbra Cadabra with Death Metallic on Friday, November 14, 2025. Long live Black Sabbath! Long live Ozzy! Celebrate their music and incredible legacy with New Jersey’s beloved Black Sabbath tribute band, Sabbra Cadabra, presented in partnership with Crossroads! Doors are at 7:00pm; showtime is 8:00pm.






The Cowsills LIVE! at Avenel PAC



by Spotlight Central - published 2025-11-11

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of The Cowsills at Avenel PAC on November 2, 2025.



Split Level Concerts presents Tim Easton and Quincy Mumford at Jersey Shore Arts Center



(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Following their sold-out season opener with James Maddock, renowned singer/songwriter Tim Easton will perform on Saturday, December 6, 2025, as season 2 of the Split Level Concerts series at Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove continues! Quincy Mumford, stalwart of the Asbury Park music scene, will open the show. Showtime is at 8:00pm.



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents two shows by Steve Forbert



(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- Steve Forbert is touring in support of his wonderful album, Daylight Savings Time, and has a pair of shows coming up at the Lizzie Rose Music Room on December 19-20, 2025. The first night is sold out, but a limited number of tickets are available for the second night.



CarteretPAC presents John Waite with Special Guest Jeffrey Gaines on Wednesday



(CARTERET, NJ) -- Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center presents John Waite on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 8:00pm. John will be performing his catalogue of hits from his 40 year career as a solo artist, and as a member of The Babys and Bad English. Special guest Jeffrey Gaines will open the night.



StocktonPAC presents Swift Nation - Taylor Swift Tribute



(GALLOWAY, NJ) -- Swifties unite! A tribute show by Swift Nation will take you on a musical journey through Taylor Swift's career on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Experience a journey through Swift's eras at Stockton University's Performing Arts Center - right in the Pine Barrens nestled outside of Atlantic City. Showtime is 7:30pm.






 

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BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 11/17/25

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 Sophia P, Friction 57, Mourning Coffee, Shaved Ice, and Boogie Down Apocalypse. Plus a look back at "You Can't Take My Coquito Away!" by Aquino.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Erase the Command" by The Azures




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...11/13/25




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from November 11-17, 2025








 

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(NASHVILLE, TN) -- Christine Radlmann, lead vocalist of the award-winning country band Southpaw, has been named the 2025 Modern Female Country Vocalist of the Year at the Josie Music Awards, held November 2nd at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee—the revered seat of country music.


Foreigner and Lynyrd Skynyrd Announce Double Trouble Double Vision Tour; Includes Shows in Holmdel and Camden




The Soul of Burt Bacharach LIVE! at Kean Stage




Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Frank Vignola & Vinny Raniolo with Caroline Cotter




An Interview with Juliana Frangella about her album "Fantastic Funeral"








 

UPCOMING SHOWS


The Marquee Club in the Spotlight Cabaret at bergenPAC

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) recently kicked off a new performance series that showcases exceptional, internationally acclaimed musicians in an intimate setting. These talented individuals are scheduled to present their performances in the new listening room, The Marquee Club located in The Spotlight Cabaret, during the months of October and November.


StocktonPAC presents Swift Nation - Taylor Swift Tribute




The Newton Theatre presents Yesterday, A Tribute to The Beatles




Brook Arts Center presents Separate Ways, the Band









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