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Split Level Concerts presents Jill Sobule at Jersey Shore Arts Center on January 11th

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Multi-talented singer/songwriter and guitarist Jill Sobule will perform at Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 8:00pm. Renee Maskin, a staple of the Asbury Park music scene, will open the show. The show is part of the on-going Split Level Concert Series which highlights renowned Americana and contemporary folk musicians in a uniquely intimate setting.

 
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The Newton Theatre presents Jorma Kaukonen on June 22nd

(NEWTON, NJ) -- Jorma Kaukonen (founding member of Hot Tuna and Jefferson Airplane) comes to The Newton Theatre on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 7:00pm. In a career that has already spanned a half-century, Jorma Kaukonen has been one of the most highly respected interpreters of American roots music, blues, and rock.

Celebrating 40 Years of Service, Women In Music presents 2025 Virtual Summit in January

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Celebrating 40 years of service, Women in Music (WIM) presents its annual Virtual Summit January 15–17, 2025. This three-day global immersive event, includes keynote speaker Martha Earls (Neon Coast), is designed to educate, empower, and advance women and gender-expansive individuals across all facets of the music industry.

Morristown ONSTAGE 2025 Acts Announced

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The Morris Educational Foundation (MEF) has announced the 16 acts that will perform in the 18th annual Morristown ONSTAGE fundraising event. Featuring the best amateur talent from Morristown, Morris Plains and Morris Township, the show will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at the Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC).

bergenPAC presents Jim Messina on March 1st

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents Jim Messina on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 8:00pm. An undisputed expert in the fine art of making hit music, Messinas legacy of musical genius spans five decades, three super groups, a vibrant solo career and scores of producing and engineering credits.


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COLUMNS

This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from April 14-20, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from April 14-20, 2026 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.



Lighty's Corner: April 13, 2026



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



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/09/2026






 

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Landis Rock Fest 2026 to Take Place Saturday

(VINELAND, NJ) -- The Landis Rock Fest 2026 takes place Saturday, April 18th at The Landis Theater in Vineland. Get ready for a full night of original music, hard-hitting rock, and nonstop energy. Showtime is 7:00pm.


The 17th annual Elephant Talk Indie Music festival Takes Place This Weekend in AC



Hey Bulldog to Pay Tribute to The Beatles at Liberty Science Center



Grunin Center for the Arts presents The Brit Pack on Saturday



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Alastair Green on April 30th






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