Cryptkeeper Five, The "The Rise Of Palace Depression"
Released in 2006
The Cryptkeeper Five (sometimes known as CK5) is a punk rock band from Trenton, NJ that began in the late 1990s. One of the Garden State's hardest working bands, they toured around the world. They have songs that sound like pure punk, some that sounds like something from the 1950s, and some that defy classification. I've called them the Ramones with a Jersey twist. This is my favorite album by them. If you like Meat Loaf, give this band a listen. Lead singer Johnny Ott, brings that same passion to each tune.
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 Ali Zanders, Sam Tunkel, Brian Westervelt, Jay Ingstrup, A Halo Called Fred, Damfino, Regency Club, and Night Windows. Plus a look back at "This American Life" by Diego Allessandro.
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Simple Gifts on Friday, April 17, 2026 at Christ Congregation Church. Two women plus ten instruments equal one good time when the award-winning duo of Linda Littleton and Karen Hirshon take the stage. Showtime is 8:00pm.
(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.
