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SOPAC presents Glen Phillips & Augustana on Saturday



(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) presents Glen Phillips & Augustana on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 7:30pm. Both artists are known for emotionally rich performances, powerful vocals, and a gift for drawing audiences into their personal, musical worlds.


Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul to Headline Concert at ParkStage on July 3rd



(FREEHOLD, NJ) -- Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul will headline a concert at ParkStage on Friday, July 3, 2026 that fans of Jersey music will love. The lineup includes Jake Clemons Band, Joe Grushecky and the Houserockers with Gary U.S. Bonds, Low Cut Connie, and The Weeklings. Showtime is 4:00pm.



The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents singer-songwriter Max Gomez on Sunday



(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents singer-songwriter Max Gomez on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Doors are at 7:00pm; showtime is 7:30pm.



Grunin Center presents Socks in the Frying Pan on Saturday



(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Grunin Center for the Arts presents Socks in the Frying Pan on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 7:00pm. They are a multi-award-winning trio from Ennis, County Clare, Ireland—the mecca of Irish traditional music—was formed in 2014. Forged together by a fire of pure joy and passion for their art, the band comprises Aodan Coyne on guitar and lead vocals, Shane Hayes on accordion, and younger brother Fiachra Hayes on fiddle.



The Jacksons LIVE! at bergenPAC



by Spotlight Central2 - published 2026-03-02

Spotlight Central has a recap of The Jacksons at bergenPAC on February 21, 2026.






New Jersey Musician Brian Erickson on Reinventing His Past and Refusing to Leave Music Behind



by Glen Langmaack - published 2026-03-01

​​​​​​​Brian Erickson (The Paper Jets, The Extensions)  recently released a pair of albums, Everyday Forever (Brian's Version) and Everyday Sketches. They're getting airplay across the United States. Everyday Forever was just nominated for Album of the Year at the Asbury Park Music Awards. We caught up with Erickson to talk about creativity as identity, works old and new, and collaborating with your younger self.



Irish Music and Dance Returns to Albert Music Hall on March 7th



(WARETOWN, NJ) -- The sounds and spirit of Ireland will fill Albert Music Hall on Saturday, March 7, 2026, as the historic Pinelands venue presents its annual Irish Show, an evening of live music, dance, and community celebration inspired by the traditions of the Emerald Isle.



Outpost in the Burbs presents Josh Joplin and Jeffrey Gaines on March 21st



(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Josh Joplin and Jeffrey Gaines in a co-headlining show on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at the First Congregational Church of Montclair. Showtime is 8:00pm.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "This Is the Year" by Sean Kiely



by Bob Makin - published 2026-02-27

Jersey City singer-songwriter Sean Kiely is readying the fall-bound follow-up to his acclaimed 2024 LP, "Postcards of the Reckoning." The first single, "This Is the Year," is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.



Jersey Arts Podcast: ELO Lives On with The Orchestra's Blue Skies Forever Tour



by Gina Marie Rodriguez, JerseyArts.com - published 2026-02-26

Today I had the pleasure of speaking with Eric Troyer and Dave Scott-Morgan of The Orchestra. This may be one of my favorite chats because I felt like a fly on the wall watching two very talented friends catch up. A somewhat talkative fly, but a fly nonetheless.






 

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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Open Up the Door" by Jackson Pines

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Open Up the Door," the latest single from Jackson Pines' new album, "Wheel." PHOTO BY MICHAEL KRAVETSKY




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 03/05/2026




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 3-9, 2026




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "This Is the Year" by Sean Kiely








 

MORE NEWS

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- From 1993 through 2018, the Asbury Music Awards celebrated the best of the local music scene. On February 20, 2026, the celebration returned, rebranded as the Asbury Park Music Awards now presented by the Asbury Park Music Foundation (APMF) with the night serving as a benefit for the organization.


South Jersey Musician Wants You To Be In His Music Video




McCarter presents Yasmin Williams on Thursday




Carteret PAC presents Jo Dee Messina




BoDeans - 40th Anniversary Tour comes to Newton Theatre in August








 

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.


Learn about the Women of the E Street Band at the Plumsted Library on March 9th




The Newton Theatre presents All You Need Is George - The Music of George Harrison on March 12th




Tropicana Showroom presents Mammoth









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