Sheli Aarden is a singer-songwriter from New Jersey. I knew of her from the local music scene, but got to know her better when I ran a monthly show at the Twisted Tree Cafe in Asbury Park. The show started after her set each month.

Sheli is married to Keith Monacchio, a singer-songwriter from New Jersey who was in the band The Commons. They have a son who seems destined to be a musician as well.

Here are two more tracks to check out

 

COLUMNS

​​​​​​​Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Lie Fight (The Truth)" by Dinosaur Stampede

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Lie Fight (The Truth)" by the local supergroup Dinosaur Stampede, which features members of Motel Shootout and Rollins Band.

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Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...10/23/25

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This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from October 21-27, 2025

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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Pumpkin Man" by Greg Amici

 

MORE NEWS

Three Voices, One Sound: Hanson Delivers a Soulful, Nostalgic Night in New Jersey

When someone asked me what the audience demographic was for the band Hanson, my response was, "Probably people in their 50's." Boy, was I wrong!

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Brook Arts Center presents Separate Ways, the Band

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The Newton Theatre presents From Good Homes

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Human Nature presents "CHRISTMAS. MOTOWN. And MORE" at Golden Nugget Atlantic City

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Concert Hall at Drew University presents BSTREETBAND

 

UPCOMING SHOWS

The Marquee Club in the Spotlight Cabaret at bergenPAC

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) recently kicked off a new performance series that showcases exceptional, internationally acclaimed musicians in an intimate setting. These talented individuals are scheduled to present their performances in the new listening room, The Marquee Club located in The Spotlight Cabaret, during the months of October and November.

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Cousin Brucie Presents The Rascals LIVE! at PNC Bank Arts Center

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Andy Bell (of Erasure) to Tour North America, including shows in NYC and Red Bank

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Asbury Park Halloween Food Truck & Music Festival to Take Place October 25-26