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Michael McDermott
"What in the World..."

Released in 2020

Michael McDermott is a singer-songwriter from Chicago. Actually, he's one hell of a singer-songwriter - among the best of his generation, imo. One guy who would likely agree with me is Stephen King. The famous author has quoted lyrics by McDermott in at least two of his novels.

This album came out during the pandemic of 2020. I interviewed him at the end of April and he wasn't sure if the record release show would take place. I'm pretty sure it had to be done virtually. I wrote, "he feels this is a good time for the album which features a title and opening single perfect for the absurd, terrifying, quarantine world we find ourselves in."


Here are two more tracks to check out






 

COLUMNS


This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from April 29 to May 5, 2025

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.




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 4/28/25




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "I Know Your Number" by Arlan Feiles




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...4/24/25








 

MORE NEWS

(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!


Split Level Concerts Announces 2025-26 Season




WXPN 24-Hour Song Challenge Returns Bigger Than Ever!




Monmouth University's Tuesday Night Record Club Celebrates 100th Album on May 6th




Newton Theatre presents The Ultimate Queen Celebration








 

UPCOMING SHOWS


Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents Candlelight Spring: Tribute to Coldplay

(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.


Bruce Hornsby and yMusic present BrhyM at bergenPAC




The Newton Theatre presents Jefferson Starship




Stone Pony Summer Stage presents Warren Zeiders with special guest Tyler Braden