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State Theatre New Jersey Presents America

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The fully renovated State Theatre New Jersey presents classic rock band, America on Friday, March 3 at 8:00pm. Celebrating their 53rd anniversary, America has become a global sensation, paving their way in the world of classic rock and continuing to thrill audiences everywhere. Tickets range from $39-$229.

 
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RVCC Theatre to Present Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience

(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg will present Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience on Friday, March 24 at 7:00pm. Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience is the nation’s most innovative and unique show utilizing the works of the Beatles. Through requests and memories, Yesterday and Today tells the audience’s story using the Beatles catalogue.

Jonas Brothers To Play Five Shows at Marquis Theatre

Gobal pop icons Jonas Brothers have a five-show, limited engagement at the Marquis Theatre in New York City from March 14 through March 18. On each night of these very special performances, the Jersey natives  will focus on one of their albums in order of release, beginning with their 2007 self-titled album Jonas Brothers, in addition to other chart-topping hits from their discography and the first single, “Wings” off their forthcoming project, The Album. The fifth and final show, the Jonas Brothers will treat fans to the first-ever live performance of The Album.

The Doobie Brothers' 50th Anniversary Tour includes Two Shows at MPAC

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Four-time GRAMMY Award winners and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees, The Doobie Brothers, have announced 35 U.S. dates from June through October 2023, an extension of their 50th Anniversary Tour which has had Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald, Pat Simmons, and John McFee back on the road together for the first time in over 25 years. The tour comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) for two shows Tuesday-Wednesday, July 11-12.  Tickets range from $95-$295.

Ocean County Library to Present Maggie Worsdale's "CRAZY About Patsy Cline"

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Sixty years after her death, Patsy Cline remains among the top five female country singers of all time. The Ocean County Library presents international singing star Maggie Worsdale's tribute, "CRAZY About Patsy Cline" with performances at the Berkeley, Plumsted, Upper Shores, Brick, and Lakewood Branches in March.


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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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