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Amboys, The
"Kid in the City"

Released in 2010

The Amboys are a band from Central New Jersey that straddles the line between Americana and pure rock and roll. "Kid In The City" is a perfect example of their sound. This track is part of their debut album, which came in at #28 in my list of Top 100 Albums by New Jersey Artists Released between 2001-2010.






 

COLUMNS

This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from February 10-16, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from February 10-16, 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.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Anything at All" by Dave Vargo



Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 02/05/2026



This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from February 3-9, 2026








 

MORE NEWS


State Theatre New Jersey presents Celtic Woman - A New Era Tour

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Grammy®-nominated global music sensation Celtic Woman, the most successful all-female Irish group in history, is set to return to North America and captivate audiences once again with their brand-new tour, Celtic Woman – A New Era. The tour comes to State Theatre New Jersey on Friday, March 6, 2026 at 8:00pm.


The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert



The Levoy Theatre presents Million Dollar Reunion



bergenPAC presents The Jacksons on February 21st



Van Halen to Release Expanded Edition of "5150"








 

UPCOMING SHOWS

Makin Waves with Alex Dawson: Helluva Hoedown

Alex Dawson is full-time faculty at Rutgers University, where he teaches creative writing with a focus on folklore, fantasy, and horror; hosts Inside the Writers House, a video chat with acclaimed authors from all over the world; and leads fable-fueled Study Abroad programs to some of the planet's most mythical places.


The Levoy Theatre presents Million Dollar Reunion



The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert



Outpost in the Burbs presents An Evening with Josh Ritter




 





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