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The Sieminski Theater presents Constantine Maroulis

(BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- Constantine Maroulis, American Idol finalist and Tony Award nominee Broadway star of Rock and Roll Man, Rock of Ages, and Jekyll and Hyde, will delight audiences with stories and songs in an incredibly special, intimate performance at the Sieminski Theater on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 7:30pm. From classic Sondheim to contemporary Wildhorn, classic rock jams from Rock of Ages, along with Constantine's original songs.

 
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Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Kiss The Sky

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Kiss The Sky, the World's Greatest Jimi Hendrix Tribute, on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 7:30pm. Kiss The Sky meticulously recreates Jimi Hendrix's most iconic concert moments in detail with replica wardrobe, gear and sound. On September 30th, they will pay homage to one of Hendrix's final shows at the Isle of Wight Festival - Cry Of Love Tour 1970.

State Theatre New Jersey presents Yes: Classic Tales of Yes

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Yes: Classic Tales of Yes with Special Guest Roger Dean on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 8:00pm. Formed in 1968 by Jon Anderson and the late, and much-missed, Chris Squire, YES have been one of the most innovative, influential and best-loved bands in rock music history.

These Professors Rock!

A handful of Montclair State University professors really rock. Quite literally. When they're not teaching, conducting research or fulfilling other professorial – or in the case of one, department head – duties, they're playing in their respective bands and entertaining crowds.

Prudential Center presents Kane Brown

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Multi-platinum, 5X AMA award-winning entertainer and current CMA Award nominee Kane Brown announced details for his upcoming tour, In the Air. The tour kicks off in March and hit 29 cities along the way including Toronto, Las Vegas, and Atlanta, before wrapping in Arlington, TX at Globe Life Field. Locally, tour comes to the Prudential Center in Newark on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at 7:00pm. Tyler Hubbard and Parmalee are scheduled as supporting acts.


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This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from April 28 to May 4, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from April 28 to May 4, 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: "Dance of the Waxwing" by Pyrenesia



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/23/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from April 21-27, 2026






 

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Outpost in the Burbs presents Willie Nile Band on Sunday

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Willie Nile Band on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The New York Times once called Buffalo, NY born Willie Nile "one of the most gifted singer-songwriters to emerge from the New York scene in years." Jersey City based artist Debra Devi will open the night.


Scottish Rite Auditorium presents The Robert Cray Band



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Cold Shot on Saturday



Grunin Center presents Taylor Simon King on May 9th



CarteretPAC presents John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band






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