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Split Level Concerts presents James Maddock with special guest Jackson Pines

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Critically acclaimed singer/songwriter James Maddock and his band will perform at Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 8:00pm. Jackson Pines will open the show. The show marks the kickoff of the second season of Split Level Concerts at the Arts Center, one that presents renowned Americana and contemporary folk musicians in a uniquely intimate setting.

 
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Brook Arts Center presents Separate Ways, the Band

(BOUND BROOK, NJ) -- Have you ever wished you could relive the authentic Journey experience during the days of Steve Perry's masterful voice and the supreme musicianship of Neal Schon, Jonathan Cain, Ross Valory, and Steve Smith? Check out Separate Ways, the Band at the Brook Arts Center on Friday, November 21, 2025 at 8:00pm.

The Newton Theatre presents From Good Homes

(NEWTON, NJ) -- From Good Homes returns to The Newton Theatre for shows on December 19-20, 2025 at 8:00pm each night. The genesis of the band dates back to a high school when childhood friends Todd Sheaffer, Brady Rymer, and Patrick Fitzsimmons came together in rural, Northwestern NJ to play some music.

Human Nature presents "CHRISTMAS. MOTOWN. And MORE" at Golden Nugget Atlantic City

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Australian chart topping pop stars and Las Vegas headliners Human Nature present "CHRISTMAS. MOTOWN. And MORE" at Golden Nugget Atlantic City on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 9:00pm. It's a soulful celebration for the festive season.

Concert Hall at Drew University presents BSTREETBAND

(MADISON, NJ) -- Get ready for a night of electrifying music as the legendary BSTREETBAND, the world's first tribute to Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, lights up the Concert Hall at Drew University on Saturday, November 1 2025. Showtime is 8:00pm.


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COLUMNS

BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 12/22/25

Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Psychtooth, The Garden Roads, New Antics, A Color Engine, Southpaw, Ipkiss, and Ferocious Designs. Plus a look back at "Deal With The Devil" by The Brixton Riot.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Psychic" by Surfing for Daisy



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...12/18/25



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from December 16-22, 2025






 

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Wellmont Theater presents The Wallflowers on May 9th

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- The Wellmont Theater presents The Wallflowers on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 8:00pm. The band is touring in support of the 30th anniversary of their landmark album, Bringing Down the Horse. The band will perform their classic album in its entirety, in sequence.


The Folk Project presents Stephen Kellogg's Old Friends Tour featuring the Kellogg Sisters on Friday



Makin Waves Top 10 Jersey Indie Songs of 2025



Makin Waves Top 10 Jersey Indie Albums of 2025



bergenPAC presents Darlene Love on Sunday






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