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Light of Day Announces Asbury Angels Class of 2023

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Light of Day WinterFest 2023 has announced the Asbury Angels class of 2023 and inductees include Gerald "Gerry" Carboy, Dolores "Dee" Holland, Gerard "Arthur" Robrecht (aka Arthur Kill) and Guardian Angels, Tex and Marion Vinyard. The inductees were recognized on January 13th at the Stone Pony in Asbury Park by Eileen Chapman, Jean Mikle and Tony Pallagrosi.

 
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Joni Mitchell to Receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song

(WASHINGTON, DC) -- Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden announced that Joni Mitchell, an icon among music makers, will be the next recipient of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. Mitchell will be honored with a tribute concert March 1 in Washington, D.C., that will premiere on PBS stations nationwide on March 31 at 9:00pm ET (check local listings).

Zappa Alumni Mike Keneally To Release New Album “The Thing That Knowledge Can’t Eat”

Frank Zappa alumni Mike Keneally will be releasing his new solo album “The Thing That Knowledge Can’t Eat” on February 24, 2023. Pre-orders are available now at store.keneally.com. The release features guest appearances by Steve Vai, Eric Slick, Nick D'Virgilio and others.

"Punk Rock Vegan Movie" - Written and Directed by Moby

‘Punk Rock Vegan Movie’, a new documentary written and directed by Moby, will have its world premiere and be the Opening Night film for the 2023 Slamdance Film Festival on January 20 in Park City, Utah. The film, which is Moby’s directorial debut, is a passionate and stylistically idiosyncratic look at the ongoing relationship between the worlds of punk rock and animal rights. It includes interviews with some of the biggest names in punk and rock history, like Ian Mackaye, HR, Dave Navarro, Ray Cappo, Andrew Hurley, Tony Kanal, Tim McIlrath, Water Schreifels, Dave Dictor, Derrick Green, Steve Ignorant, Theo Kogan, Doyle Wolfgang von Frankenstein, Amy Lee, and Captain Sensible.

Fantastic Cat Song Featured In "Tulsa King"

“All-star group” (Rolling Stone) Fantastic Cat's "C'mon Armageddon" is featured in this week’s episode of the new Sylvester Stallone series Tulsa King, streaming now on Paramount+. The band also performed the freewheeling track, which kicks off their critically acclaimed debut, The Very Best Of Fantastic Cat, on CBS Saturday Morning. 



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

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Hologram" from "The Wind Can Be So Cruel" the debut EP of the new duo Tiny Cities, featuring Melissa Anthony and Dennis King




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




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




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






 

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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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