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Will Downing to Perform at UCPAC on Valentine's Day



(RAHWAY, NJ) -- New Jersey resident and former Angela Bofill Manager Rich Engel is teaming up with old friend and fellow Jersey resident Will Downing this Valentine's Day (Saturday, February 14, 2026), with a love fest not to be forgotten at the Union County Performing Arts Center in Rahway.


Lizzie Rose Music Room presents James Maddock



(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents James Maddock on Friday, January 9, 2026 at 7:30pm. A rock & roll lifer, James has been carving his unique path since the 1980s, when the New York City based, British-born singer/songwriter kicked off his career with a raw, soulful voice; a storyteller's sense of narrative; and the ability to blur the lines between folk, classic pop, and rock.



Albert Music Hall presents its annual Winter Hootenanny in the Pines



(WARETOWN, NJ) -- Albert Music Hall will ring in the new year on Sunday, January 4, 2026, with its annual Winter Hootenanny in the Pines. The event marks the Hall's return from its winter break and promises an afternoon filled with live music and community, spanning genres of Folk, Country, Bluegrass, and Americana.



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from December 30 to January 5, 2025



Here is a look at shows taking place from December 30 to January 5, 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.



State Theatre presents Tusk: The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute



(NEW BUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Tusk: The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 8:00pm. Tusk has been crisscrossing the country since 2008 as the number one Tribute to Fleetwood Mac in the world. No fancy tricks, no gimmicks, just five musicians recreating the music of Fleetwood Mac to perfection with note-for-note renditions that no other Fleetwood Mac tribute on the touring scene today can come close to duplicating.






The Smithereens LIVE! at The Vogel



by Spotlight Central - published 2025-12-27

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of The Smithereens at The Vogel on December 18, 2025.



Brook Arts Center presents Gold Rush: The Music of Neil Young



(BOUND BROOK, NJ) -- The Brook Arts Center presents Gold Rush: The Music of Neil Young on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 8:00pm. The band brings the spirit, sound, and soul of Neil Young to life like never before. This extraordinary tribute event captures the essence of one of rock's most iconic figures, delivering an unforgettable experience for fans old and new.



Makin Waves Song of the Year: "My Best" by The Well Wish



by Bob Makin - published 2025-12-26

The Makin Waves Song of the Year is "My Best," a loving look at parenthood and childhood by The Well Wish.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...12/25/25



by Danny Coleman - published 2025-12-25

"We've had a transition of different people, new keyboards; we've got a bunch of new people and now D.D. is singing so we have a female and she's actually the first one to record with Roomful and it's going really well. We've been working with her for about a year now and the record came out a couple of months ago and it's doing pretty well," stated guitarist Chris Vachon of the long running blues band Roomful Of Blues as he previewed their upcoming January 16 show at The Sellersville Theater as well as their January 18 show at Tuckerton's Lizzie Rose Music Room.



Women in the Arts Series to debut at Anchor Rock Club for Its Fourth Installment



(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- The Women in the Arts concert series will bring an immersive, multi-disciplinary night of creativity to Anchor Rock Club in Atlantic City for its fourth installment on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Doors are at 6:30pm, showtime is 7:00pm.






 

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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.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Destiny" by Never the Name




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 01/08/2026




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from January 6-12, 2026








 

MORE NEWS

(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"




The Newton Theatre presents Better Than Ezra on March 26st




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




bergenPAC to put tickets on sale for Happy Together Tour








 

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 Newton Theatre presents Queensrÿche




The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Crys Matthews




Brook Arts Center presents Gold Rush: The Music of Neil Young









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