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The Lovin' Spoonful to Perform in Newton



(NEWTON, NJ) -- The Lovin' Spoonful will perform at The Newton Theatre on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 8:00pm. They were America's answer to the Beatles! The band, led by John Sebastian, Steve Boone, Joe Butler and Zal Yanovsky, exploded onto the charts sending their first 7 singles soaring onto Billboard's top-10 charts virtually overnight.


PHOTOS from moe. at Ardmore Music Hall
March 6-7, 2026



by Chris Paul - published 2026-03-19

(ARDMORE, PA) -- moe. recently had a four night run at the Ardmore Music Hall in Ardmore, PA from March 4-7, 2026. Photographer Chris Paul was on hand to take photos from the final two nights.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 03/19/2026



by Danny Coleman - published 2026-03-19

"I do, "Floating on the Dreamline;" I'm a music professor at The University of Massachusetts in Lowell, I'm a musicologist by training, that's what my doctorate is in but I've been a singer songwriter in several different formats since I was a teenager," began Alan Williams as he talked about his latest release, a crisis in confidence and more. "So, all of these songs had been closest to my heart in terms of music making; I grew up in North Carolina in Asheville. When I grew up there, there was not a whole lot of music, art or any of the wonderful things that are there now so I was desperate to get out and now I'm kind of desperate to get back because it's such a lovely place on earth and there is such a vibrant music and arts scene there that it sort of calls back to home." 



Kean Stage presents An Evening with Isaac Mizrahi on March 29th



(HILLSIDE, NJ) -- Kean Stage presents An Evening with Isaac Mizrahi on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at Enlow Recital Hall (215 North Avenue) in Hillside. His one-of-a-kind show brings together comedy, commentary, and an array of classic and soon-to-be classic songs from Stephen Sondheim to Blondie, from Comden & Green to Madonna. Accompanied by his six-piece jazz band. Showtime is 7:00pm.



MPAC presents Patti LaBelle on April 17th



(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Legendary vocalist Patti LaBelle comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 8:00pm. Beautiful, simply does not describe the incomparable force known to the world as Patti LaBelle. Through the years, the songbird's name has become synonymous with grace, style, and class.






Lalah Hathaway LIVE! at UCPAC



by Spotlight Central - published 2026-03-18

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Lalah Hathaway at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) on March 6, 2026.



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 17-23, 2026



Here is a look at shows taking place from March 17-23, 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.



Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena presents Brit Floyd – The Moon, The Wall and Beyond



(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena presents Brit Floyd – The Moon, The Wall and Beyond on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 8:00pm.



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



(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert—Elton John & Billy Joel on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 8:00pm. David Clark performs as Billy Joel along with Bill Connors as Elton John in a tribute show celebrating the two greatest piano men of our generation.



RVCC Theatre presents Rolling Stones Tribute Band on April 11th



(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College's Mainstage series will rock out its season with a performance of Satisfaction: The International Rolling Stones Tribute Show, Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 7:00pm.






 

COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Footman's Tale" by Silver Heir

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Footman's Tale" from Jersey City-based Silver Heir's debut album, "Hindenburg Variations."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 03/19/2026




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 17-23, 2026




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Suicide Doors" by Billy Penn & the Inside Drivers








 

MORE NEWS

(LOS ANGELES, CA) -- The iconic alternative rock band Sleeping With Sirens return with the poignant and powerful track, "An Ending In Itself," produced by Will Yip (Turnstile, Circa Survive, Movements). Driven by unrelenting angst and gigantic melodies, this release marks the first single released with Rise Records since Feel, which debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200.


"Unplugged Hearts - An Acoustic Alternative Collection"




State Theatre New Jersey and Metropolitan Entertainment present Graham Nash




The Lovin' Spoonful to Perform in Newton




PHOTOS from moe. at Ardmore Music Hall
March 6-7, 2026








 

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.


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




Split Level Concerts presents Joy Clark and Sug Daniels




Americana Women celebrates the Queens of Country and Folk at Kean University on March 21st









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