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SOPAC presents Glen Phillips & Augustana on Saturday

(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) presents Glen Phillips & Augustana on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 7:30pm. Both artists are known for emotionally rich performances, powerful vocals, and a gift for drawing audiences into their personal, musical worlds.

 
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Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul to Headline Concert at ParkStage on July 3rd

(FREEHOLD, NJ) -- Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul will headline a concert at ParkStage on Friday, July 3, 2026 that fans of Jersey music will love. The lineup includes Jake Clemons Band, Joe Grushecky and the Houserockers with Gary U.S. Bonds, Low Cut Connie, and The Weeklings. Showtime is 4:00pm.

The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents singer-songwriter Max Gomez on Sunday

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents singer-songwriter Max Gomez on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Doors are at 7:00pm; showtime is 7:30pm.

Grunin Center presents Socks in the Frying Pan on Saturday

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Grunin Center for the Arts presents Socks in the Frying Pan on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 7:00pm. They are a multi-award-winning trio from Ennis, County Clare, Ireland—the mecca of Irish traditional music—was formed in 2014. Forged together by a fire of pure joy and passion for their art, the band comprises Aodan Coyne on guitar and lead vocals, Shane Hayes on accordion, and younger brother Fiachra Hayes on fiddle.

Irish Music and Dance Returns to Albert Music Hall on March 7th

(WARETOWN, NJ) -- The sounds and spirit of Ireland will fill Albert Music Hall on Saturday, March 7, 2026, as the historic Pinelands venue presents its annual Irish Show, an evening of live music, dance, and community celebration inspired by the traditions of the Emerald Isle.


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COLUMNS

BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 3/9/26

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 The Cucumbers; Dr. Void; best dressed ghost; Laree H. Cisco; DDA; Mourning Coffee, aevina; and Psychtooth. Plus a look back at "Don't You Move" by The Mighty Alrighty.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Open Up the Door" by Jackson Pines



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State Theatre presents Colombian singer-songwriter Santiago Cruz on Saturday

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- Colombian singer-songwriter Santiago Cruz is returning to the United States with Quince de Caminos, a special anniversary tour celebrating 15 years of his iconic album Cruce de Caminos. The tour comes to State Theatre New Jersey on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 8:00pm.


Kean Stage presents Candlelight Celtic on Sunday



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents The Billy Walton Band on Sunday



Cherish the Ladies LIVE! at the Grunin Center



2025 Asbury Park Music Award Winners






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