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Todd Rundgren to perform shows in Englewood, Ocean City, and Red Bank in August



(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Legendary producer/songwriter/guitarist Todd Rundgren is bringing his 2026 Damned If I Do Tour to the Garden Sate in August. He's got shows at bergenPAC in Englewood on August 8th; Ocean City Music Pier on August 11th; and Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank on August 12th.


Count Basie Center Inducts Fred Schneider and Kate Pierson of The B-52s and Dramarama onto Walk of Fame



(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Count Basie Center for the Arts added two more honorees to its Walk of Fame on Friday, July 10, 2026, inducting Fred Schneider and Kate Pierson of The B-52s and Dramarama during a special ceremony outside the historic venue in Red Bank.



The U.S. Army Field Band and Soldiers’ Chorus LIVE! at PNC Bank Arts Center



by Spotlight Central - published 2026-07-11

Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of the United States Army Field Band and Soldiers' Chorus performing at PNC Bank Arts Center on July 1, 2026.



New Jersey's Deardarkhead releases 'The Pendulum Swings', their first album in 26 years



New Jersey alternative rock outfit Deardarkhead have released 'The Pendulum Swings', their first album in 25 years and the second full-length record released via their own imprint Fertile Crescent Records. These ten tracks capture an ever-evolving band, refining their voice through texture, atmosphere, and emotional momentum.



Progressive Rock Ensemble Jane Getter Premonition Releases New Album "Transmogrify"



Transmogrify, the bold new album from Jane Getter Premonition, arrives on July 10, 2026 on 7D Media. At once a mirror and a metamorphosis, Transmogrify is a record about change — personal, political, and musical — rendered through the lens of progressive rock at its most exploratory and emotionally alive.






Theo Bleak Releases Reimagined Cover of "We Will Not Be Lovers" by The Waterboys



Acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter Theo Bleak returns with a striking new cover of "We Will Not Be Lovers," originally recorded by The Waterboys. The recording transforms the beloved song through Theo Bleak's unmistakable lens--melding cinematic melancholy, intimate vocals, and atmospheric production into a deeply personal interpretation.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Body Cast" by Tiny Cities



by Bob Makin - published 2026-07-10

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Body Cast," the latest video from the North Jersey dynamic duo Tiny Cities.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 07/09/2026



by Danny Coleman - published 2026-07-09

"Very well; and you? We're hoping you can come to The Lizzie Rose on Friday July 31; come as our guest, come enjoy the racket, it's a wonderful room to play," laughed the always jovial Conrad Warre of the Boston based blues/rock band Bees Deluxe as he discussed that upcoming Tuckerton show, their stop at Jamey's House of Music, their upcoming new record, the International Blues Challenge and more.



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Jeffrey Gaines on July 26th



(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Jeffrey Gaines on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at 7:30pm. Gaines has been heralded for his soul-searching lyrics and his powerful live performances. With only his voice and a guitar for accompaniment, Gaines has earned a reputation as a captivating performer, entertaining his audiences worldwide.



Outpost in the Burbs Presents Richard Thompson with Zara Phillips in Benefit Concert for Toni's Kitchen on November 21st



(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs will present an extraordinary evening of music featuring singer-songwriter and guitarist Richard Thompson with Zara Phillips on Saturday, November 21, 2026 at the First Congregational Church in Montclair. The special concert will serve as a fundraiser in support of Toni's Kitchen, the Montclair based nonprofit dedicated to combating food insecurity and related challenges in Essex County and beyond. Showtime is 8:00pm.






 

COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Body Cast" by Tiny Cities

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Body Cast," the latest video from the North Jersey dynamic duo Tiny Cities.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 07/09/2026




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from July 7-13, 2026




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 7/6/26








 

MORE NEWS

(CLINTON, NJ) -- Todd Sheaffer & Friends, Yarn and the Bobby Syvarth band featuring Tim Carbone will headline the Second Annual Soulstice Music & Arts Festival in Clinton. The 3-day event, with over 25 bands, takes place at the Red Mill Museum in historic Clinton from Friday, July 31 through Sunday, August 2, 2026. The festival is presented by the Pattenburg House and The Peace Love Music Movement.


Cape May Convention Hall presents Croce Plays Croce on August 7th




"The Boardwalk Sessions" Aims to Change How Independent Artists are Supported at the Jersey Shore




WBJB's Songwriters on the Beach series presents Nicole Atkins on Thursday




Todd Rundgren to perform shows in Englewood, Ocean City, and Red Bank in August








 

UPCOMING SHOWS


MPAC Announces Free Summer Concert Lineup for 2026

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center's Arts in the Community free summer concert schedule for 2026 has been announced. MPAC will present six free concerts between June and August. The lineup includes the return of three of their most popular events – Bollywood Dance Party, Country Line Dancing and Salsa at Sunset, as well as singer-songwriters, and more.


2026-27 Season Preview: Split Level Concerts at Jersey Shore Arts Center




MPAC's Summer 2026 Preview




Good Damage to perform at House of Independents on July 15th









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