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An Interview with Michael Patrick about Leaving a Day Job Behind and Playing Music Full-time

Michael Patrick is a Americana singer-songwriter who has played well over 2,000 live shows in the tri-state area, released six albums from 2004's Roots & Branches to 2023's Crossing Bridges, and created popular shows like his Johnny Cash "Ring of Fire" tribute. A few years ago, he moved to the Hunterdon County area. Halfway through 2023, Michael made an even bigger life decision - he decided to leave his full-time job and play music full-time.

 
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Bruce Hornsby and yMusic present BrhyM at bergenPAC

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bruce Hornsby and yMusic present BrhyM at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 7:00pm. The distinctive American songwriter, pianist and three-time Grammy Award-winner is joined by yMusic, the genre-leading contemporary classical ensemble, for a performance showcasing new collaborative compositions from their critically acclaimed album Deep Sea Vents plus other favorites from Hornsby's illustrious catalog.

UCPAC presents The Red Hot Chilli Pipers

(RAHWAY, NJ) -- Union County Performing Arts Center presents The Red Hot Chilli Pipers on Friday, March 14, 2025 at 8:00pm. UCPAC is thrilled to welcome the band back to their Main Stage for St. Patrick's weekend! Bagpipes with attitude. Drums with a Scottish accent. A blazing rock band and show so hot, it carries its own health warning!

Katchats with Gordon Brown and Reagan Richards of Williams Honor

Gordon Brown and Reagan Richards of Williams Honor just returned home after their second tour across the pond. Along with a group of other artists that were promoting the Light of Day Foundation, founded by Bob Benjamin. LOD raises funds through music gigs to help find a cure for Parkinson's Disease along with ALS, PSP and other related diseases.

Makin Waves with The Weeklings: 'Excited by the Results'

Once upon a time, Jersey rocker Glen Burtnik played Paul McCartney in the Broadway production of "Beatlemania." A tasty chunk of his career has explored Beatlemania ever since, including his current band The Weeklings, one of America's most unique celebrations of The Fab Four.



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COLUMNS


BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 1/20/25

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 The Extensions, Psychic Wars, Synaptic Ooze, James William Eccles, and Southpaw. Plus a look back at "Are We Truly Great Again?" by Laree Cisco.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Hologram" by Tiny Cities




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...1/16/25




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from January 14-20, 2025






 

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Michael Patrick is a Americana singer-songwriter who has played well over 2,000 live shows in the tri-state area, released six albums from 2004's Roots & Branches to 2023's Crossing Bridges, and created popular shows like his Johnny Cash "Ring of Fire" tribute. A few years ago, he moved to the Hunterdon County area. Halfway through 2023, Michael made an even bigger life decision - he decided to leave his full-time job and play music full-time.


Spin Doctors Announce First New Studio Album in 12 Years




Newton Theatre presents Lynch Mob: The Final Ride featuring Paralandra




Bruce Hornsby and yMusic present BrhyM at bergenPAC




Levoy Theatre presents Jersey Native Zach Westcott






 

UPCOMING SHOWS


Outpost in the Burbs presents Robyn Hitchcock

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents Robyn Hitchcock on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at First Congregational Church of Montclair. Imogen Clark will open the night. Doors are at 7:30pm, showtime is 8:00pm.


Light of Day Winterfest to Celebrate 25th Anniversary in January




Centenary Stage Company presents 2025 Winter Thaw Music Festival




Jesse Malin to Perform A Featured Set at Light of Day WinterFest 2025






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