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The Newton Theatre presents Direct From Sweden: The Music of ABBA

(NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Direct From Sweden: The Music of ABBA on Friday, September 20, 2024 at 8:00pm. Dance, sing along and enjoy the hits such as Dancing Queen, Chiquitita, Waterloo, Mamma Mia, The Winner Takes it All, Fernando, SOS, Take a Chance, Money Money Money, Knowing Me Knowing You, Super Trouper, Gimme Gimme Gimme, Voulez-Vous and many more.

 
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Juneteenth: A Celebration of Liberation - A Night of Music, Dance, Poetry & More in Rahway

(RAHWAY, NJ) -- American Theater Group (ATG), in partnership with the New Jersey Creative Arts Collaborative (NJCAC) and Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), will present Juneteenth: A Celebration of Liberation at Hamilton Stage (360 Hamilton Street) in Rahway, NJ, on June 14, 2024 at 7:30pm.

The Soul Rebels from New Orleans to Perform Three Nights at Blue Note (June 21-23)

(NEW ORLEANS, LA) -- The Soul Rebels, the renowned New Orleans-based brass ensemble known for their electrifying blend of jazz, funk, and hip hop, will be performing June 21-23, 2024 at New York City's Blue Note with Ghostface Killah. This run of shows will highlight the group's adaptability and breadth as they collaborate with one of the most illustrious wordsmiths in hip-hop.

Count Basie Center for the Arts presents five-time GRAMMY winner Keb' Mo' on June 10th

(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents five-time GRAMMY winner Keb' Mo' with special guest Phillip-Michael Scales on Monday, June 10, 2024 at 7:30pm. Tickets range from $26-$69.

NJPAC Announces Lineup for 2024 Sounds of the City FREE Concerts

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Experience an amazing lineup of diverse artists under the stars this summer at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) for exciting, FREE concerts during the Horizon Sounds of the City series every Thursday from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. The series unites Newark's cultural diversity by bringing together residents, workers, and visitors for unforgettable evenings of great music, food, and fun. This year's lineup includes Brazilian percussionist Cyro Baptista, Afrobeat singer and artist Kofi Kinaata, New Orleans funk band Galactic f. Jelly Joseph, rap icon KRS-One, and New Orleans bounce singer Big Freedia. Some performances will also showcase a guest poet from Dodge Poetry, as well as local opening talent and NJPAC's student performers.


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This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from April 28 to May 4, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from April 28 to May 4, 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.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Dance of the Waxwing" by 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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Outpost in the Burbs presents Willie Nile Band on Sunday

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Willie Nile Band on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The New York Times once called Buffalo, NY born Willie Nile "one of the most gifted singer-songwriters to emerge from the New York scene in years." Jersey City based artist Debra Devi will open the night.


Scottish Rite Auditorium presents The Robert Cray Band



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Cold Shot on Saturday



Grunin Center presents Taylor Simon King on May 9th



CarteretPAC presents John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band






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