Mellencamp followed up his breakthrough album "John Cougar" with a solid release that included several hits and furthered his growth as a songwriter. He was a favorite of MTV and this album inspired MTV to run a contest to have one person win a "pink house" in honor of the song.
John Mellencamp was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008.
Here is a look at shows taking place from April 29 to May 5, 2025 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.
(NEWTON, NJ) -- FJ - A Tribute to Foreigner & Journey comes to The Newton Theatre on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 8:00pm. The music and energy of two legendary stadium rock bands comes together in one electrifying show!
(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents Candlelight Spring: Tribute to Coldplay on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 in the Pollak Theatre. Showtime is 7:00pm.