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Chris Isaak
"Wicked Game"

Released in 1989

Chris Isaak is a singer-songwriter from California who released his debut record in 1985. He is probably best known for this track from 1989's "Heart Shaped World" album. It is an amazing song that benefited from having a terrific video back when MTV still played music videos.






 

COLUMNS

BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 3/23/26

Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Pillowinde, Indeyevid, Quality Living, Sally Draper, Steam Enginess, and DIANA. Plus a look back at "Pinkerton's Assorted Colours" by The Anderson Council.



Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Footman's Tale" by Silver Heir



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



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








 

MORE NEWS


West End Arts Center presents An Evening of Elton John

(LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- New Jersey Repertory Company's West End Arts presents An Evening of Elton John on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 7:00pm in the West End Arts Center Auditorium. Broadway and cabaret's rising stars celebrate the legendary, Grammy-winning icon Elton John in an evening of his greatest hits.


Cryptid Records launches "Surviving the Music Industry" series



SOUP CAN Magazine to Celebrate Five Years With a Monumental Canniversary Event



Killer Queen to Perform at Scottish Rite Auditorium



Jesse Malin's Story is Told in "Almost Grown"








 

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.


West End Arts Center presents An Evening of Elton John



The Newton Theatre presents Better Than Ezra on March 26st



Ari Hest Returns to Lizzie Rose Music Room on March 26th




 





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