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"Black Dress, White Dress" by Jerzy Jung

Released in 2010

Jerzy Jung (yes that's her real name) is a singer-songwriter from New Jersey who writes powerful piano-based songs. This is one of my favorites of hers.




 

COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Love & Affection" by Joe Boris

Joe Boris, the guitarist-songwriter of the celebrated Jersey jam band One-Eyed Jack, has released an anthem of global love and community strength.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 01/29/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from January 27 to February 2, 2026



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "The Death of Renee Good" by Bruce Tunkel






 

MORE NEWS


Starland Ballroom presents Cheap Trick on March 20th

(SAYREVILLE, NJ) -- Starland Ballroom presents Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Cheap Trick on Friday, March 20, 2026 at 8:00pm. Currently gearing up for their 50th anniversary year, Cheap Trick remain an indisputable, indispensable rock 'n' roll institution, beloved everywhere for their instantly identifiable, hugely influential union of mischievous wit and maximum melodies, powerhouse pop hooks and razor-sharp riffs. James Hatem will open the night.


Louder Than You Think: A Lo-Fi History of Gary Young & Pavement Soundtrack Released



Stangl Stage presents BStreetBand on Valentine's Day



The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers to Perform at Prudential Center



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






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

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.


Stone Pony presents The Ocean Avenue Ramble with Jackson Pines and Ocean Avenue Stompers



Women in the Arts Series to debut at Anchor Rock Club for Its Fourth Installment



Music Box at the Borgata presents Billy F Gibbons and the BFG Band






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