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Jersey Arts Podcast: A Rockin' Christmas with Twelve Twenty-Four at the Levoy Theatre

Known for their electrifying renditions of classic holiday music, Twelve Twenty-Four combines the festive spirit with high-energy rock performances that will leave audiences of all ages wanting more. They are the longest running Trans Siberian Orchestra Tribute band having begun in 2002, over twenty years ago!

 
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Elvis Costello and Steve Nieve to Play Shows in Red Bank and Montclair

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Fans of Elvis Costello have two chances to see the artist when his tour with Steve Nieve comes to New Jersey in February 2025.  They will be at the Count Basie Center for the Arts on Friday, February 21st and at The Wellmont Theater on Monday, February 24th.

Jesse Malin to Perform A Featured Set at Light of Day WinterFest 2025

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Light of Day Foundation is celebrating the 25th Anniversary of WinterFest 2025, the annual music festival taking place January 15-25, 2025 in Asbury Park, Red Bank, Montclair, NJ and New York City. Jesse Malin will perform in New Jersey for first time in two years joining an already powerful lineup including John Rzeznik, Brian Fallon, Brian Baker, Pete Steinkopf and LOD stalwarts Dramarama, Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers, Willie Nile, Tangiers Blues Band w/ Danny Clinch, The Weeklings, James Maddock, Joe D'Urso, Williams Honor, Adam Ezra and many more.

Count Basie Center for the Arts presents the Gene Simmons Band

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents the Gene Simmons Band on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:30pm. Simmons is an international rock legend and co-founder of KISS, America’s #1 gold record award-winning group of all time in all categories (RIAA).

Blue Hawk Records to Celebrate 25th Album Release on Friday

(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Blue Hawk Records, Monmouth University's student-run record label, is marking a major milestone with the release of its 25th compilation album, Vol. 25: Signature Edition, on Friday, December 6th, 2024. This special album features seven new original tracks from Monmouth students, alumni, and even an American Idol contestant, showcasing the diverse talents within the university community.


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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Dance of the Waxwing" by Pyrenesia

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Dance of the Waxwing" by the Lambertville-based gypsy jazz quartet Pyrenesia.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/23/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from April 21-27, 2026



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The Newton Theatre presents L.A. Guns on June 6th

(NEWTON, NJ) -- L.A. Guns comes to The Newton Theatre on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 8:00pm. The band has been rocking for roughly 40 years since establishing themselves as the undisputed sleaze kings of the Sunset Strip, and, eventually, the world.


Troubles' debut "Red Alert" is a breathless blast of garage punk



Dharma Guns releases "Nightmares and Broken Dreams"



Undead Arts & New Jersey Symphony announce cast and crew for Mozart's "The Magic Flute"



Lenny Kaye Announces Debut Solo Album "Goin' Local"






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