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Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Kinderhook



(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Kinderhook on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 7:30pm. Formerly known as Kinderhook Creek, this renowned NJ country rock ensemble earned a strong following via years of performing throughout its home state and the Northeast. The band reunited about seven years ago and is still going strong.


The Newton Theatre presents Zebra



(NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Zebra on Friday, October 18, 2024 at 8:00pm. In celebration of 40 years since its release, the band will perform their 1983 debut self-titled album in its entirety and songs from all the Zebra Records – 49 Years as a band and still going strong!



BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 5/27/24



by Lazlo - published 2024-05-27

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 Greg McGarvey, Jason Ager, The Lonesome Pines, Fear of Falling, Jeremy Abrams, Surfing For Daisy, Batstow, Neon Rayon, Sad About Girls, and Katye Kellye and The Interruption. Plus a look back at "in three days time" by thieves guild local 42.



Low Cut Connie Teams with Little Steven For Remix Single of "Are You Gonna Run?"



Low Cut Connie has released a reimagined version of "Are You Gonna Run?" that was remixed by Little Steven and adds his signature lead guitar and backing vocals. The remix, out via Contender Records / Wicked Cool, originally appeared on Low Cut Connie's critically acclaimed 2023 album Art Dealers and was premiered via Rolling Stone.



Blues Wine & BBQ to Take Place in Gloucester County



(MULLICA HILL, NJ) -- Don't miss the ultimate finger-licking summer bash at Blues Wine & BBQ, taking place June 22-23, 2024 at the Gloucester County Fairgrounds in Mullica Hill from 12:00pm to 5:00pm each day. New Jersey wineries will kick off the summer in smokin' blues style with live music from Fish Eyed Blue on Saturday and Peter V & The Blues Train on Sunday.






Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Loners, Misfits and Rebels" by Carolyn Marosy



by Bob Makin - published 2024-05-24

Veteran Jersey rocker Carolyn Marosy (Sulkweed, RAW) has released a video for the title track of her acclaimed solo EP, "Loners, Misfits and Rebels."



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...5/23/24



by Danny Coleman - published 2024-05-23

"I'm near Dallas Fortworth Airport; only about 15 minutes from there," began guitarist Bud Whittington of the "Sort of" recently formed band, Texas Scratch.



Conservatory Cannabis Co. partners with Tony Mart Presents for free pop-up summer music events



(EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ) /PRNewswire/ -- Conservatory Cannabis Co., a retail cannabis dispensary coming soon to Egg Harbor Township, NJ, partners with legendary Tony Mart Presents for free pop-up summer music events at the South Jersey Shore.



19th Annual Sourland Mountain Festival preview



(RINGOES, NJ) -- Unionville Vineyards presents the 19th Annual Sourland Mountain Festival on Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 3:00pm to 8:30pm. This year's lineup is headlined by the Matt O'Ree Band and includes performances by Christine Havrilla & Gypsy Fuzz, The Adventures of Matte Black, and Tony & The Trees.



North to Shore Festival Brings Band of Horses and Lake Street Dive to Stone Pony Summer Stage



(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The North to Shore Music Festival, a one-of-a-kind event presented by Prudential, has two great shows at The Stone Pony Summer Stage. First is Band of Horses with Sunshine Spazz opening the night on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:30pm and then Lake Street Dive headlines the Summer Stage on Friday, June 14, 2024 at 6:30pm.






 

COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Promises" by Dave Vargo

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Promises" from Jersey Shore-based roots rocker Dave Vargo's latest album, "Ghost Towns."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/02/2026




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 31 to April 6, 2026




​​​​​​​Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Tom Seaver" by Greg Amici








 

MORE NEWS

(FRENCHTOWN, NJ) -- Singer-songwriter, Clover Stieve (formerly CLOVER), has release the single, "How Big Can I Dream," from her upcoming album, Born to Live. Originally written for WXPN's 24-Hour Songwriting contest, the ethereal song highlights Clover Stieve's honey-drenched alto over shimmering acoustic guitars and vocal harmonies.


Bassist Martin Wind Adds Piano to His Gravity Trio for Area Performances




Russell Jamie Johnson releases "Who We Used To Be"




Sparta Announces New Album, Releases "Crater"




Low Cut Connie Pays Tribute To Prince 10 Years After His Passing with "Little Red Corvette" Cover








 

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.


The Folk Project's Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Mike Block Trio and Lynne Hanson




Roy's Hall presents James McMurtry




State Theatre New Jersey presents Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert—Elton John & Billy Joel









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