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John Wesley Harding
"The People's Drug"

Released in 1991

John Wesley Harding was the stage name for Wesley Stace from England. This album was released around the time he moved to America and songs like "The People's Drug" were huge hits on alternative radio.

Wesley currently lives in Philadelphia and I interviewed him in 2019.

In addition to music, he's authored several novels.






 

COLUMNS

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Body Cast" by Tiny Cities

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Body Cast," the latest video from the North Jersey dynamic duo Tiny Cities.



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 07/09/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from July 7-13, 2026



BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 7/6/26








 

MORE NEWS


New Jersey's Deardarkhead presents 'The Pendulum Swings', their first album in 26 years

New Jersey alternative rock outfit Deardarkhead have released 'The Pendulum Swings', their first album in 25 years and the second full-length record released via their own imprint Fertile Crescent Records. These ten tracks capture an ever-evolving band, refining their voice through texture, atmosphere, and emotional momentum.


Progressive Rock Ensemble Jane Getter Premonition Releases New Album "Transmogrify"



Theo Bleak Releases Reimagined Cover of "We Will Not Be Lovers" by The Waterboys



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Jeffrey Gaines on July 26th



Outpost in the Burbs Presents Richard Thompson with Zara Phillips in Benefit Concert for Toni's Kitchen on November 21st








 

UPCOMING SHOWS

MPAC Announces Free Summer Concert Lineup for 2026

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center's Arts in the Community free summer concert schedule for 2026 has been announced. MPAC will present six free concerts between June and August. The lineup includes the return of three of their most popular events – Bollywood Dance Party, Country Line Dancing and Salsa at Sunset, as well as singer-songwriters, and more.


2026-27 Season Preview: Split Level Concerts at Jersey Shore Arts Center



MPAC's Summer 2026 Preview



Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Bell Bottom Blues on July 10th




 





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