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State Theatre New Jersey presents Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert—Elton John & Billy Joel

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert—Elton John & Billy Joel on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 8:00pm. David Clark performs as Billy Joel along with Bill Connors as Elton John in a tribute show celebrating the two greatest piano men of our generation.

 
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RVCC Theatre presents Rolling Stones Tribute Band on April 11th

(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College's Mainstage series will rock out its season with a performance of Satisfaction: The International Rolling Stones Tribute Show, Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 7:00pm.

Outpost in the Burbs presents Joan Osborne Sings the Songs of Bob Dylan

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Joan Osborne Sings the Songs of Bob Dylan on Friday, May 29, 2026 at the First Congregational Church of Montclair. Showtime is 8:00pm.

Ari Hest Returns to Lizzie Rose Music Room on March 26th

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Ari Hest returns to the Lizzie Rose Music Room on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Doors are at 7:00pm, showtime is 7:30pm.

The Newton Theatre presents Walter Trout

(NEWTON, NJ) -- Blues guitarist Walter Trout returns to the Garden State on Sunday, April 19, 2026 with a show at The Newton Theatre. Showtime is 7:00pm.


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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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