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Stangl Stage presents BStreetBand on Valentine's Day

(FLEMINGTON, NJ) -- BStreetBand returns to Stangl Stage in the Historic Stangl Factory on Valentine's Day (Saturday, February 14, 2026). If you've never been to a show at the historic Stangl Pottery Factory, this is a perfect one to start with. It's the kind of night that has people on their feet, singing along, and yes, dancing in the dark.

 
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The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers to Perform at Prudential Center

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Genre-defying rock legends The Black Crowes bring their massive co-headlining Southern Hospitality Tour with modern rock's boundary-pushing powerhouse Whiskey Myers to Prudential Center in Newark on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 8:00pm.

McCarter Theatre presents José James with Special Guest Lizz Wright in a 50th Anniversary Tribute to Marvin Gaye's "I Want You" album

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre Center presents acclaimed jazz singer José James in a special 50th anniversary tribute to Marvin Gaye's iconic album I Want You on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 7:30pm. This is one of only two exclusive performances nationwide.

The Newton Theatre presents Dar Williams

(NEWTON, NJ) -- Dar Williams comes to The Newton Theatre on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 8:00pm. She's touring in support of her 13th album, Hummingbird Highway, which was released in September 2025.

The Landis Theater presents BOSTYX - The Ultimate Boston & STYX Tribute Band on Friday

(VINELAND, NJ) -- The Landis Theater presents BOSTYX - The Ultimate Boston & STYX Tribute Band on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 8:00pm. BOSTYX is a group of seasoned professionals with decades of experience, from recording studios to playing live at venues throughout the country.


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​​​​​​​Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Tom Seaver" by Greg Amici

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Tom Seaver" from Central Jersey-based singer-songwriter Greg Amici's solo debut album, "Tragicomic."



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The Newton Theatre presents The Wailers on May 16th

(NEWTON, NJ) -- The Wailers are celebrating 50 years of "Rastaman Vibration" with a tour honoring one of Bob Marley & The Wailers' most influential albums. The tour comes to The Newton Theatre on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 8:00pm.


The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Jonatha Brooke



Levoy Theatre presents Paul Thorn on June 18th



Gregory McLoughlin presents 300th Episode of "Thank God It's Monday" livestream



Count Basie Center for the Arts presents Melissa Etheridge: RISE TOUR






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