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Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues gets ready for the IBC Challenge 2022

(LAKE COMO, NJ) -- The 38th Annual International Blues Challenge (IBC), the largest gathering of blues bands in the world, will be held by The Blues Foundation in Memphis, TN from January 24-28, 2023. As an affiliate of The Blues Foundation, the Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation will again choose representatives to participate in the IBC Memphis Challenge through a local competition on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Salty's Beach Bar in Lake Como, NJ.  The past year's winners were the Shadetree Mechanics band, and James Dalton as a solo act.

 
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Joe's Pub in September

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Joe’s Pub has announced their fall programming. September 2022 offers incredible performances from Latine artists: Afro-Cuban jazz grooves from Dayramir González, an evening of Latin alternative music with Jessica Medina & Mai-Elka Prado, Latin-folk influences from the Argentine female-powered band Fémina.  Plus there's the dreamy Stephanie Chou, who combines classical European and Chinese influences, Taiwanese artist Chien Chien Lu, who shares a distinctive approach to contemporary jazz, and hilarious anti-racist girl group, AzN PoP!  Here's a look at the programming at Joe's Pub in September.

Sounds of a Summer Night Concerts Continue at Reeves-Reed Arboretum

(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Summer concerts are in full swing at Reeves-Reed Arboretum in Summit, NJ! The Ryan Hernandez Jazz Quartet and The Suyat Band performed in June and July. Upcoming August performances include CC & The Boys on August 10 and Sahara Moon on August 24.

Billy Joel adds 86th Monthly Show at MSG

(NEW YORK, NY) -- It's the residency that keeps going! Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSGE) announced that by overwhelming demand, legendary musician and MSG franchise Billy Joel has added another show as part of his record-breaking residency at The World’s Most Famous Arena on Monday, December 19, 2022. The December show will mark Joel’s 86th monthly and 132nd lifetime show at The Garden.

ElmThree Productions Founder Becomes Co-Owner Of Nectar's

(BURLINGTON, VT) -- A long-standing landmark and music venue, Nectar’s has new owners. Concert promoter, talent buyer and ElmThree Productions founder, Edward Maier along with an investor group with a passion for music, have purchased the Burlington’s legendary music venue Nectar’s and Metronome.



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COLUMNS


This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from January 21-27, 2025

Here is a look at shows taking place from January 21-27, 2025 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 1/20/25




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




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






 

MORE NEWS

(NEWTON, NJ) -- Everclear, one of the leading alternative rock bands to emerge from the '90s, comes to The Newton Theatre on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 8:00pm. The band celebrated their 30th Anniversary in recent years, and founder, vocalist and guitarist Art Alexakis has made it clear that he has no plans to slow down.


Outpost in the Burbs hosts LOD WinterFest 25 Songwriters in the Round on Saturday




An Interview with Michael Patrick about Leaving a Day Job Behind and Playing Music Full-time




Spin Doctors Announce First New Studio Album in 12 Years




Newton Theatre presents Lynch Mob: The Final Ride featuring Paralandra






 

UPCOMING SHOWS


Light of Day Winterfest to Celebrate 25th Anniversary in January

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) --– The Light of Day Foundation has announced WinterFest 2025, the annual music festival taking place throughout January in Asbury Park, Red Bank, Montclair and New York City. "Bob's Birthday Bash" will take place on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 6:30pm at the Count Basie Center's Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre with a lineup including John Rzeznik (Goo Goo Dolls), Brian Fallon (The Gaslight Anthem), Brian Baker (Bad Religion), Pete Steinkopf (The Bouncing Souls), Dramarama, Willie Nile, Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers plus very special guests to be announced soon.


Centenary Stage Company presents 2025 Winter Thaw Music Festival




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




The Newton Theatre presents a Night of Nelsons with Matthew & Gunnar Nelson on January 24th






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