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Garden State Parkway Service Area Renamed After NJHOF Inductee Celia Cruz

(NEWARK, NJ) -- /PRNewswire/ -- The Garden State Parkway just got a little sweeter.

 
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New competition offers 6 full-tuition scholarships to music students

(LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ) -- Aspiring musicians have the chance to win one of six full-tuition scholarships to Westminster Choir College of Rider University through the Westminster Choir College Organ Scholarship Competition.

FIXT ENGLISH releases "Lost It"

On October 13, 2022, FIXT ENGLISH, the solo project from Jeff Sahyoun – guitarist of post-hardcore Letlive. – shares his debut single, “Lost It.” Written by Sahyoun himself, “Lost It” is a dynamic track that underscores the dark, yet hopeful lyrics that reflect on an all too familiar feeling of feeling lost and not knowing who you really are and where you fit into this world. The track aims to inspire those who listen to never give up on their dreams, even if the world is seemingly against you. 

Life On Mars releases "Shadows In A Jar" Featuring Contributions From Members of YES & Paul McCartney/Wings

“Shadows In A Jar” is the sixth studio album, and next installment of the Life on Mars series from Earl Kayoss and an array of talent including Fernando Perdomo. Kayoss and Perdomo have been working for 8 years to deliver this remarkable project.

NJPAC Announces Top Five Finalists of 11th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition

(NEWARK, NJ) -- A world of jazz just minutes from home, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the top five finalists of the 11th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. Pulled from over 200 submissions from over 25 countries, these gifted young contestants from around the world represent the next generation of great jazz singers. The Top Five finalists comprise two international singers Kristin Lash of Bratislava, Slovakia, and Lucía Gutiérrez Rebolloso of Mexico, and three Manhattanites: Harlem-based Allan Harris and Ekep Nkwelle (originally from Washington, DC), and Lucy Yeghiazaryan (originally from Armavir, Armenia).



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COLUMNS


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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