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"Bruce Springsteen Live!" Exhibit Set to Open in Los Angeles at the Grammy Museum

For nearly half a century, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band have exemplified the crowd-pleasing, soul-shaking, energy-exploding excitement of rock and roll onstage. From an intimate look into Springsteen’s creative process to shedding light on how he became – and remains – one of the greatest live performers in rock and roll history, Bruce Springsteen Live! explores the evolution of Springsteen through the decades and grants exclusive backstage access to Springsteen and the E Street Band’s legendary performances.

 
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Brook Arts Center Music Shows in September

(BOUND BROOK, NJ) -- The Brook Arts Center in Bound Brook has music for everyone in September. They are opening their Fall season with the classic rock songs of The Rolling Stones, progressive rock sounds of Pink Floyd, music of legendary Doo Wop groups, followed by classical compositions of Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, and Sibelius!

Eric Harrison releases "Somerset"

Kevin Salem played guitar in the seminal Boston band Dumptruck before touring and recording with Yo La Tengo and Freedy Johnston, among others. His solo career produced the acclaimed albums Soma City, Glimmer and Ecstatic (Roadrunner) and a tie with Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day for “Best New Male Singer” in the 1994 Rolling Stone Critics’ Poll. In recent years Salem has focused on production and collaboration with a wide range of artists including Emmylou Harris, Chris Harford, Rachael Yamagata, Tracey Bonham and Mercury Rev.

Seattle-Based Indie-Folk Hero Rocky Votolato Releases A Posthumous Love Letter To His Departed Child On Stunning New Track "Becoming Human"

Seattle-based indie-folk hero Rocky Votolato has unveiled "Becoming Human" the next single off of Wild Roots - his first album in over 7 years-- which will be released on September 9 via Spartan Records and Thirty Something Records (Europe/UK).

Miss May I releases "Curse of Existence"

Curse of Existence, the seventh studio album from Miss May I, explodes with the life experience of an established band, the uncertainty of mental health struggles, the isolation of the global shutdown, and the perspective gained from the most extensive time away from the road of each man’s adult life.



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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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