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Iconic Stray Cat Lee Rocker Brings Cool Talent and History to Music-Loving Rebels at The Iridium on March 17th

You know his name. And surely you remember how he swung and threw his upright double bass guitar as if it were a well-worn basketball. But mostly we all know Grammy-nominated Lee Rocker for his iconic contributions to 80s rockabilly pioneers the Stray Cats. Rocker, along with fellow Cats Brian Setzer and Slim Jim Phantom, singlehandedly revived rockabilly music for a new wave audience. Along the way, Rocker and the Cats sold more than 10 million albums and produced three classic hits – "Rock This Town," "Stray Cat Strut," and "(She’s) Sexy + 17."

 
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Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire Announce Tour

Legendary singer, songwriter and producer Lionel Richie announced his 2023 Sing A Song All Night Long tour with very special guests and one of the best-selling bands of all time, Earth, Wind & Fire. Produced by Live Nation, the 20-city arena tour kicks off Friday, August 4th at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul and wraps up on Friday, September 15th at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles. Locally, the tour comes to Madison Square Garden on Saturday, August 12th and Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Tuesday, August 15th.

Snoop Dogg's High School Reunion Tour with Wiz Khalifa, Too $hort, Warren G, and Berner featuring special guest DJ Drama has stops in Camden and Holmdel

Entertainment icon and rapper Snoop Dogg announces High School Reunion Tour with Wiz Khalifa, Too $hort, Warren G, and Berner featuring special guest DJ Drama. Produced by Live Nation, the massive 33-city tour kicks off on Friday July 7 at Rogers Arena in Vancouver making stops across the U.S. in Brooklyn, Atlanta, Houston and more before wrapping up in Irvine at FivePoint Amphitheatre on Saturday August 27. Locally, the tour comes to Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden on Sunday, July 30th and the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel on Wednesday, August 2nd.

Slightly Stoopid and Sublime With Rome tour comes to Holmdel and Camden

San Diego, CA-based Slightly Stoopid and Sublime With Rome announced the first round of dates for their Summertime 2023 tour. Produced by Live Nation, the tour will hit outdoor amphitheaters and select festivals across the country. Joining Slightly Stoopid and Sublime With Rome are special guests Atmosphere and The Movement. Locally, the tour comes to the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel on Thursday, August 17th and the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden on Sunday, August 20th.

Newton Theatre presents The Bacon Brothers

(NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents The Bacon Brothers on Saturday, June 10, 2023. This is where Kevin Bacon gets away from acting and back to his musical roots with his brother, Michael. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 8:00pm.


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Lighty's Corner: April 30, 2026

The second episode of Lighty’s Corner is live! This is a bi-weekly recorded radio show presenting new rock music from around the globe. Each of the 15 new tracks played were received via email within the last two weeks - a practice I hope to continue each time.



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



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Dance of the Waxwing" by Pyrenesia



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






 

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Lily Vakili to Celebrate Release of "Live Wire" EP on Wednesday

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Lily Vakili will celebrate the release of her Live Wire EP on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at The Francis Kite Club. Doors are at 8:00pm; Showtime is 8:30pm.


Centenary Stage Company presents Double Vision: The Foreigner Experience on May 23rd



Rising Sun Presents: A Funky Reggae Party on August 1st



Outpost in the Burbs presents Willie Nile Band on Sunday



Scottish Rite Auditorium presents The Robert Cray Band






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