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Sheli Aarden from "Kansas"

Released in 2011

Sheli Aarden is a singer-songwriter from New Jersey. I knew of her from the local music scene, but got to know her better when I ran a monthly show at the Twisted Tree Cafe in Asbury Park. The show started after her set each month.

Sheli is married to Keith Monacchio, a singer-songwriter from New Jersey who was in the band The Commons. They have a son who seems destined to be a musician as well.




 

COLUMNS

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



BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 4/20/26






 

MORE NEWS


Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Cold Shot on Saturday

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Cold Shot on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 7:30pm. The band is dedicated to capturing the electrifying energy and soulful sound of legendary Texas blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan.


Grunin Center presents Taylor Simon King on May 9th



CarteretPAC presents John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band



Patti LaBelle LIVE! at MPAC



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






 

UPCOMING SHOWS

State Theatre New Jersey presents The Sound Studio Series 2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.


Bruce Springsteen And The E Street Band's Land Of Hope And Dreams American Tour Announced For Spring 2026



Avenel PAC presents 20,000 Roads: The Music of Gram Parsons featuring Pat Guadagno, James Maddock & Lisa Bouchelle



Bergen Pop/Rock Ensemble Brings Revives the '90s with The Roots of Pop & Rock Volume III






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