Big Country was a Scottish rock band that formed in 1981 and broke through in America with the song "In A Big Country" in 1983.  That track was a major hit on MTV.  They never reached that level of airplay in America, but remained successful in the UK.

Lead singer Stuart Adamson was found dead in a hotel room months after what was supposed to be the band's farewell tour.  The remaining band members reunited in 2007 to celebrate the band's 25th year and toured again in 2010 with Mike Peters of The Alarm as lead singer.  It was kind of trippy for me to see and hear Mike singing those songs!

This track remains one of my favorites of the 1980s...

 

COLUMNS

This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 24-30, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from March 24-30, 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.

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BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 3/23/26

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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Footman's Tale" by Silver Heir

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Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 03/19/2026

 

MORE NEWS

Berlin Under A presents "Roots Rock Women" on April 16th

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Berlin Under A presents "Roots Rock Women" on Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. The lineup includes Debra Devi, Faith NYC, Stephanie Marie & The Double-Knit Players. Doors are at 5:30pm.

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

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Split Level Concerts presents Lucy Kaplansky at Jersey Shore Arts Center; Dave Vargo to Open

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Middletown Arts Center presents MAC Music Cafe on Sunday

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Bluesman Selwyn Birchwood to celebrate album release at Lizzie Rose Music Room on Saturday

 

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.

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West End Arts Center presents An Evening of Elton John

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The Newton Theatre presents Better Than Ezra on March 26st

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Ari Hest Returns to Lizzie Rose Music Room on March 26th