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State Theatre New Jersey and The Bowery Presents Blackberry Smoke

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey and The Bowery Presents Blackberry Smoke – Rattle, Ramble and Roll Tour 2026 on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 7:00pm. Throughout their career, Blackberry Smoke have embodied Georgia's rich musical legacy, honoring the people, places, and sounds of their home state.

 
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JB & The JB Blues Band to perform at "Rhythm & Roots" - A Tribute to Black History Month and benefit for Preserve Shady Rest

(SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ) -- JB & the JB Blues Band continue their month-long Keeping the Blues Alive' 2026 Tour with a special performance at "Rhythm & Roots: A Tribute To Black History Month," taking place at Shady Rest Country Club on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The event runs from 6:30pm to 11:00pm. The Glenn & Oria Band will perform as well.

The Newton Theatre presents Solas 30th Anniversary Tour on March 6th

(NEWTON, NJ) -- Solas brings its 30th Anniversary Tour to The Newton Theatre on Friday, March 6, 2026 at 8:00pm. The band is lighting up stages across the globe as they celebrate three decades of pushing boundaries and honoring traditions in Irish music.

State Theatre New Jersey presents Brit Floyd - The Moon, The Wall and Beyond 2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Brit Floyd – The Moon, The Wall and Beyond 2026 on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 7:30pm. This monumental new production celebrates two of the most iconic and influential albums in rock history—Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall—with a breathtaking show that captures the spirit, sound, and spectacle of the legendary band.

Bruce Springsteen And The E Street Band's Land Of Hope And Dreams American Tour Announced For Spring 2026

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band will launch their Land Of Hope And Dreams American Tour across the country this spring, kicking off at Minneapolis' Target Center on March 31. The 20-date run will feature 19 arena shows, including several local shows in New Jersey, New York, and Philadelphia.


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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Footman's Tale" by Silver Heir

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Footman's Tale" from Jersey City-based Silver Heir's debut album, "Hindenburg Variations."



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 03/19/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 17-23, 2026



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Suicide Doors" by Billy Penn & the Inside Drivers






 

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Sleeping With Sirens releases "An Ending In Itself"

(LOS ANGELES, CA) -- The iconic alternative rock band Sleeping With Sirens return with the poignant and powerful track, "An Ending In Itself," produced by Will Yip (Turnstile, Circa Survive, Movements). Driven by unrelenting angst and gigantic melodies, this release marks the first single released with Rise Records since Feel, which debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200.


"Unplugged Hearts - An Acoustic Alternative Collection"



State Theatre New Jersey and Metropolitan Entertainment present Graham Nash



The Lovin' Spoonful to Perform in Newton



PHOTOS from moe. at Ardmore Music Hall
March 6-7, 2026






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