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Vaclav Havel Center to Honor Joan Baez with Lifetime Achievement Award at 2025 Gala

(NEW YORK, NY) -- The Vaclav Havel Center (VHC) in New York will present its most prestigious honor, the Lifetime Achievement Award, to legendary singer, activist, and human rights advocate Joan Baez at its annual Gala on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Bohemian National Hall.

 
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The Wag presents Annual Halloween Spectacular Shows

Are you looking for something fun to do this Halloween? Bring your family and friends to The Wag's Halloween Spectacular! The band has two shows set for New Jersey and one for Pennsylvania. Come dressed in costume; enter the costume contest, and you just may win a prize!

Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Heather Pierson Duo and Mike Miz on Friday

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The Folk Project's Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Heather Pierson Duo and Mike Miz on Friday, September 19, 2025 at Morristown Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. Showtime is 7:30pm.

Pinelands Heritage & Americana Fest to Take Place at Albert Music Hall

(WARETOWN, NJ) -- Albert Music Hall will host its annual Pinelands Heritage & Americana Fest on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from noon to 5:00pm. This outdoor, family-friendly event is free to attend and will feature music, food, culture, and community activities. Rain date is 9/21/2025.

Gypsy: A True Stevie Nicks Experience comes to Drew University

(MADISON, NJ) -- The Concert Hall at Drew University hosts Gypsy: A True Stevie Nicks Experience on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 8:00pm. Stevie fans, this one’s for you. Gypsy isn’t just a tribute—it’s a full-throttle immersion into the voice, style, and spirit of Stevie Nicks.


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COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Promises" by Dave Vargo

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Promises" from Jersey Shore-based roots rocker Dave Vargo's latest album, "Ghost Towns."



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​​​​​​​Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Tom Seaver" by Greg Amici






 

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Clover Stieve releases "How Big Can I Dream"

(FRENCHTOWN, NJ) -- Singer-songwriter, Clover Stieve (formerly CLOVER), has release the single, "How Big Can I Dream," from her upcoming album, Born to Live. Originally written for WXPN's 24-Hour Songwriting contest, the ethereal song highlights Clover Stieve's honey-drenched alto over shimmering acoustic guitars and vocal harmonies.


Bassist Martin Wind Adds Piano to His Gravity Trio for Area Performances



Russell Jamie Johnson releases "Who We Used To Be"



Sparta Announces New Album, Releases "Crater"



Low Cut Connie Pays Tribute To Prince 10 Years After His Passing with "Little Red Corvette" Cover






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