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Audra McDonald LIVE! at bergenPAC



by Spotlight Central - published 2026-05-13

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Audra McDonald at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) on May 3, 2026.


RECAP: Lily Vakili's "Live Wire" EP Release at Francis Kite Club



by Julie Hoffman - published 2026-05-12

(NEW YORK, NY) -- On May 6, 2026 - a rainy Wednesday night in New York City - fans and friends packed into Francis Kite Club on the Lower East Side to celebrate the release of Live Wire, the new EP from Lily Vakili. The intimate venue created the perfect setting for a performance that felt deeply personal, emotional, and completely alive.



Roger McGuinn LIVE! at the Pollak Theatre



by Spotlight Central - published 2026-05-12

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Roger McGuinn at Monmouth University on May 1, 2026.



RECAP: James Maddock at Belmar Arts Center 5/8/26



by Helen O'Shea - published 2026-05-09

(BELMAR, NJ) --- On Friday, May 8, 2026, we celebrated James Maddock's latest album release show for "Forever June" with a sold out crowd at Belmar Arts Center. And what an unforgettable celebration it was - in a beautiful listening room with the crowd alternating between complete silence and thunderous applause as Maddock lifted us all through a setlist that was equal parts crowd favorites and cuts from his stellar new album "Forever June".



CarteretPAC presents John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band



(CARTERET, NJ) -- The Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center presents John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band on Friday, November 13, 2026 at 8:00pm. The legendary Rhode Island multi-platinum rock band began their career in 1973 and achieved mainstream success in the 1980s with the "Eddie & The Cruisers – Motion Picture Soundtrack".






Patti LaBelle LIVE! at MPAC



by Spotlight Central - published 2026-04-27

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Patti LaBelle at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on April 17, 2026.



Makin Waves with Jackson Pines: 'Music Revisited'



by Bob Makin - published 2026-04-23

Bob Makin takes a deep dive into the world of Jackson Pines and music of the Pine Barrens with this interview of Joe Makoviecki.



Outpost in the Burbs presents Joan Osborne Sings the Songs of Bob Dylan



(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Joan Osborne Sings the Songs of Bob Dylan on Friday, May 29, 2026 at the First Congregational Church of Montclair. Showtime is 8:00pm.



Carteret PAC presents Jo Dee Messina



(CARTERET, NJ) -- Chart-topping country music icon Jo Dee Messina will perform at The URSB Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center on Friday, June 12, 2026. Messina is known for her powerful vocals and extensive catalog including nine number-one hits, 16 Top 40 songs, and awards and nominations from the ACM, CMA, AMA, Billboard, and the Grammys. Showtime is 8:000pm.



CarteretPAC presents W.A.S.P. with "1984 to Headless" Tour



(CARTERET, NJ) -- W.A.S.P. brings its "1984 To Headless" Fall North American Tour to the Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 8:00pm. The band will pay tribute to their 1st Four Albums... Live! The lineup includes Special Guest KK's Priest.






 

COLUMNS


Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 05/21/2026

"I'm enjoying the beautiful weather here in Florida, I live in Orlando. I used to live in Nashville for about six years but I'm originally from Transylvania, Romania," said an excited Alex Kilroy as he happily discussed the release of his album "Break My Chains," his classical training, Vince Gill and more.




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from May 19-25, 2026




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "ICE SS" by Sally Draper




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 05/15/2026








 

MORE NEWS

(NEWARK, NJ) -- HOT 97, New York's #1 station for Hip Hop, is once again bringing the culture's biggest night back to the tri-state area with Summer Jam 2026, on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Prudential Center in Newark. Produced by The Black Promoters Collective, Summer Jam continues its legacy as the most iconic Hip Hop concert in the world.


The Vogel presents BobFest on May 28th




Brian Erickson Offers New Cover Album - "Others' Songs"




Avenel Performing Arts Center presents Richard Barone & Glenn Mercer: Hazy Cosmic Jive on Wednesday




Borgata Event Center presents SatchVai Band featuring Joe Satriani & Steve Vai








 

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.


White Eagle Hall presents The Feelies 50th Anniversary Shows




Centenary Stage Company presents Double Vision: The Foreigner Experience on May 23rd




Centenary Stage presents Double Vision: The Foreigner Experience on May 23rd









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