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Rowan's Marie Rader Series presents Timbalooloo: Jazz for Kids (A Relaxed Performance)

(GLASSBORO, NJ) -- Families with little ones are invited to Timbalooloo, a lively and interactive world/jazz music program from renowned clarinetist and educator Oran Etkin, presented by Rowan's Marie Rader Series, Sunday, March 15, 2025 at Pfleeger Concert Hall. Admission is free for children 12 and under. Showtime is 2:00pm.

 
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Matisyahu to Play Two Nights at Debonair Music Hall with Duvbear opening

(TEANECK, NJ) -- Black Box Studios, The Elated System & Debonair Music Hall presents two special nights with Matisyahu, ft. opener Duvbear, at Debonair Music Hall on March 25-26, 2025. Creativity is like a fire in a fireplace: You have to tend it or it will go out. For nearly two decades, Matisyahu has kept his creative spirit aflame by evolving his sound, melding genres, and testing the limits of the musical traditions that have inspired him. Doors open at 6:30pm. showtime is 7:30pm

Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms to Play Tour with Spin Doctors

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Multi-platinum rock legends Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms have joined forces for an electrifying co-headlining summer tour. Currently headlining The 90s Cruise at sea, the bands behind iconic hits like "Run-Around" and "Hey Jealousy" have announced a 30-date tour set to kick off on Friday, July 4 at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Locally, the tour comes to Ocean Casino Resort's Ovation Hall on Saturday, July 19, 2025.

Makin Waves with Tusk: Chemistry, Synergy, Intuition

Tusk has been criss-crossing the country since 2008 as the classic Fleetwood Mac tribute. The five founding members have a rich history that spans more than four decades and cultivates an intimate familiarity with each other's musical nuances that shapes their performances with precision and unspoken understanding. 

Middletown Arts Center presents the MAC Music Café on Sunday

(MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- The Middletown Arts Center presents the MAC Music Café, monthly music showcase featuring singer-songwriters Dan Toye, Gwynne Alden, Kevin Liebkemann and Patrick Bamburak on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 4:00pm. The concert will take place in the MAC Theater. The event is free with a suggested donation of $5.


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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Make This World Stand Still" by Lisa Bouchelle feat. Amanda Shires

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Make This World Stand Still" from Trenton-bred roots/country songstress Lisa Bouchelle's forthcoming album, "Vandals, Thieves & Lovers."



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Rolling Blackout releases "Fools Gold"

San Francisco based Rolling Blackout is a force of nature. With an extensive and ever-growing catalogue of all original material, this band isn't just playing; they're forging a path that blends everything from the deep soul of blues to the crushing weight of heavy metal. It is raw, visceral, emotive, improvisational but also thoughtful, calculated and constructed.


The Certs releases new single "Just For Show"



SOPAC to Celebrate 20th Anniversary with Gala 20: Featuring Max Weinberg's Jukebox



Vivid Stage presents Old Friends: A Cabaret with Charles Thomas



The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Red Hot - All Girl Motley Crue on Saturday






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