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Jake Thistle releases "The Half Left Out"

New Jersey singer-songwriter, Jake Thistle, released his debut studio EP, The Half Left Out, via Gold'n Retriever Entertainment, on November 17, 2023. Recorded between New Jersey and Nashville, the EP boasts seven original guitar and piano driven songs from the young songwriter. Like his heroes, Thistle's performances are delivered genuinely with authenticity, sincerity and well honed craft.

 
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Ferocious Designs releases "The Greatest Love (Christian Beach Remix)"

Ferocious Designs, the music project of central New Jersey-based songwriter Brian Kelley, has released a "The Greatest Love (Christian Beach Remix)" as a single, packaged with new mixes of the previously available "It's Christmas Time Again" and "Merry War on Christmas." All tracks are available now for streaming and download at FerociousDesigns.com. An accompanying lyric video for the single has also been released.

Jason and Travis Kelce Team Up for Christmas Duet on "Fairytale of Philadelphia"

(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- For the third single from the upcoming A Philly Special Christmas Special (Vera Y Records), Jason Kelce, Jordan Mailata, Lane Johnson and Connor Barwin tapped fellow NFL player, Travis Kelce to duet with his brother on "Fairytale of Philadelphia." This is a reimagining of The Pogues' holiday classic, "Fairytale of New York," and the Philly-centric lyrics were written in collaboration by members of The Philly Specials. Producer Charlie Hall and engineer Nick Krill traveled to Kansas City this summer to capture Travis' performance for the album.

Billy Joel at The Garden Sells Out Final Residency Performances, Marking 150 Lifetime Sold Out Shows

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (‘MSG Entertainment’) announced that all 150 lifetime performances by legendary musician and MSG franchise Billy Joel at Madison Square Garden are officially sold out. This includes the remaining shows as part of his record-breaking residency, which concludes on July 25, 2024. Since his unprecedented residency began in January 2014, Joel has sold nearly 2 million tickets, redefining the concept of a residency – and making Madison Square Garden history – with the scope and ambition of his music franchise at the iconic venue.

Broadside releases "Hotel Bleu"

(RICHMOND, VA) -- Alternative pop rock band Broadside has released their fourth full-length album, Hotel Bleu. Featuring previous singles "Cruel," "Bang," and "Lucid," Hotel Bleu is out now via SharpTone Records. Stream / purchase the album at https://bfan.link/hotel-bleu.



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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."




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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




Princeton Symphony Orchestra Celebrates Maestro's 60th Birthday at Concerts January 11-12




Centenary Stage Company presents 2025 Winter Thaw Music Festival






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