Anjelia (Pelay) was an artist from New Jersey who passed away in 2020 at the age of 34.  We sometimes talked about our health issues together, since they were similar. She suffered from Lupus and me with MS.  I miss those conversations.  In addition to music, she had dreams of being an actress - even moved out to California to pursue both avenues. Her music ranged from pop to country.

I first interviewed Anjelia in 2011 when her debut full-length CD was coming out.  That interview can be found here.

In 2015, I interviewed her again after she moved to California and became a country artist. That interview can be found here.

After she died in 2020, I put together a tribute to her with quotes from several of her musician friends and bandmates.  That article 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."

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

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

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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.

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"Unplugged Hearts - An Acoustic Alternative Collection"

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State Theatre New Jersey and Metropolitan Entertainment present Graham Nash

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The Lovin' Spoonful to Perform in Newton

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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.

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

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Split Level Concerts presents Joy Clark and Sug Daniels

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