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Libby Jade releases "Seatbelt"

At a Sofar show in Chinatown on January 12th, Libby Jade debuted songs from their new EP called "Seatbelt". Libby Kallins of Libby Jade, Shane Curry, and GregPease are all Jersey residents who comprise the band, which is popular in the New Brunswick basement scene, New York City and the Philadelphia area.

 
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A Philly Special Christmas Special Raises over $3 Million for Charities

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Philadelphia Eagles' players Jason Kelce, Lane Johnson, and Jordan Mailata, aka The Philly Specials, have donated over $3 million from selling their limited edition holiday vinyl, A Philly Special Christmas Special (Vera Y Records). Recipients include Children’s Crisis Treatment Center's toy drive and summer camp, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Snowflake Station, Philabundance, Ronald McDonald House, Feed America, Toys for Tots, and the Fresh Air Fund, amongst others. In addition to the initial commitment to CCTC and CHOP, each musician who participated in the project selected organizations to receive donations.

Fanwood Songwriter Eric Harrison invites Jersey Rockers to "Sal's Place"

"Don't you wanna go where everybody knows your name?" asks Fanwood-based singer-songwriter Eric Harrison in rolling out "Sal's Place," his first new single of 2024. Featuring lead guitar from Gordon Brown of Asbury Park veterans Williams Honor and Harrison's two Jersey girl daughters on background vocals, "Sal's Place" celebrates what the singer calls "my fellow JROCAs (Jersey Rockers of a Certain Age)" who can't help but envision a victory around the corner.

Two Feet Creates 477 Records - An Independent Record Label

(NEW YORK, NY) -- The gold certified rock artist Two Feet has announced the opening of the independent record label, 477 Records. The label was created with the goal of discovering, signing and nourishing independent recording artists by harnessing the unique authenticity that appeals to audiences longing for connection and creativity under the guidance only a fellow artist can provide.

The Porchistas releases "A Dirty Jersey Christmas"

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- In spite of some big personal, familial losses recently, The Porchistas have been very productive lately. They released the first of two new Christmas songs from a new holiday EP on December 18, 2023 . The band will also host and perform at a fundraiser on Saturday, December 23rd for the family of their friend Jesse in Accidental Seabirds.



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COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Fever" by Lisa Bouchelle

While mixing her next album, Jersey Shore singer-songwriter Lisa Bouchelle has dropped a new video for "Fever" from her 2022 full-length debut LP "Jump In."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...1/9/25




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from January 7-13, 2025




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 1/6/25






 

MORE NEWS

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.


Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music Issues Call for Papers: Born to Run at 50




SOPAC's Cabaret in the Loft Series presents performances by Donna Vivino and Dominic Scaglione




Katchats with Callum - the girl with the purple hair




Kean Stage presents Harry Chapin's Greatest Stories LIVE featuring the Chapin Family






 

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.


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




Outpost in the Burbs presents On a Winter's Night featuring Cliff Eberhardt, John Gorka, Lucy Kaplansky and Patty Larkin




The Loser's Lounge presents The David Bowie Birthday Party at White Eagle Hall






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