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Blowup
"I Saw God"

Released in 2003

Blowup was a band from New Jersey in the early 2000s led by Jon Leidersdorff who formed the band after years in the band Outcry.

This was one of my favorite songs of the early 2000s. Sadly, I could not find it online.

Leidersdorff is the owner of Lakehouse Studios in Asbury Park, New Jersey. He started the company in 2013.

I interviewed Jon Leidersdorff for my book, Beyond the Palace. The interview is available here





 

COLUMNS

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

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Footman's Tale" from Jersey City-based Silver Heir's debut album, "Hindenburg Variations."



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



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 17-23, 2026



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Suicide Doors" by Billy Penn & the Inside Drivers








 

MORE NEWS


Sleeping With Sirens releases "An Ending In Itself"

(LOS ANGELES, CA) -- The iconic alternative rock band Sleeping With Sirens return with the poignant and powerful track, "An Ending In Itself," produced by Will Yip (Turnstile, Circa Survive, Movements). Driven by unrelenting angst and gigantic melodies, this release marks the first single released with Rise Records since Feel, which debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200.


"Unplugged Hearts - An Acoustic Alternative Collection"



State Theatre New Jersey and Metropolitan Entertainment present Graham Nash



The Lovin' Spoonful to Perform in Newton



PHOTOS from moe. at Ardmore Music Hall
March 6-7, 2026








 

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.


Outpost in the Burbs presents Josh Joplin and Jeffrey Gaines on March 21st



Split Level Concerts presents Joy Clark and Sug Daniels



Americana Women celebrates the Queens of Country and Folk at Kean University on March 21st




 





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