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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Anything at All" by Dave Vargo

Asbury Park hero Dave Vargo will drop his fourth album, "Ghost Towns" on March 27. The first single, "Anything at All," is the Makin Waves Song of the Week.





 



The Marie Rader Series presents Philly Pops "Blockbusters in the 'Burbs" concert at Rowan

(GLASSBORO, NJ) -- The Marie Rader Series presents the South Jersey debut of the new Philly Pops at Rowan University. On Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 3:00pm, the Pops will present "Blockbusters in the Burbs" at Rowan's Pfleeger Concert Hall, introducing audiences in South Jersey to the orchestra.




Light Opera of New Jersey Announces Its Third Annual Stars of Tomorrow Vocal Competition

(BASKING RIDGE, NJ) -- Light Opera of New Jersey (LONJ) has announced its third annual Stars of Tomorrow, vocal competition for New Jersey High School students. The competition will consist of a qualifying round based on videos submitted online, followed by the live finals event on April 19, 2026 at St. Mark's Episcopal Church (140 S. Finley Avenue) in Basking Ridge, NJ. The event begins at 2:00pm.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 02/05/2026

“I want to make sure that I pay homage to three gentlemen because this film was really a group effort because it not only involves filming and talking to people but there is original new music that’s part of the film and Dave, Frank and Tommy have all contributed major pieces to make this thing happen.”




State Theatre New Jersey presents Dru Hill

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Dru Hill featuring SisQo, Nokio, Jazz, Smoke, Black, and Scola on Friday, February 20, 2026 at 8:00pm. DJ Ralphie Mercado will perform an opening set at 7:15pm. In honor of their 25th Anniversary in the music industry, Dru Hill is featuring all members of the group, past and present, to give fans an experience they will never forget.











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The Commodores

Friday, February 06, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC)
30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631



512:

512: The Selena Experience

Friday, February 06, 2026 @ 8:00pm
State Theatre New Jersey
15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901



Emanuel

Emanuel Ax, piano

Friday, February 06, 2026 @ 7:30pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre)
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540



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An Intimate Evening With David Foster & Katharine McPhee

Friday, February 06, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960



Elytis

Elytis Chair Fund Board of Trustees presents Greek Music Anthology

Friday, February 06, 2026 @ 6:30pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC)
11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901










FEATURES


An Interview with Rob Derhak of moe.

Beginning on February 5, 2026, moe. will start their upcoming Born to Fly tour in South Burlington, VT with a 3-night run. This tour will feature a 4-night run at the Ardmore Music Hall in Ardmore, PA from March 4-7th, the longest of many multiple night residencies. Moe. will also perform at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood, NJ on April 11th. This tour marks over 3 decades of music and life for these jam band veterans. Prior to the start of the new tour, I was honored to speak with Rob Derhak (bassist).




State Theatre New Jersey presents Who's Bad - The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience on Saturday

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents Who's Bad - The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 8:00pm. This power-packed tribute to Michael Jackson has ignited crowds around the world and can only be described as a jaw-dropping, musical must-see. Limited tickets remain.




MPAC presents Alan Cumming: Uncut

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Multi-hyphenate, multi-award winning, multimedia mogul Alan Cumming returns to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Thursday, February 5, 2026 with a new cabaret show, this time even more revealing, hilarious and authentic than ever before. It is, in fact, Alan Cumming Uncut. With musical direction by Henry Koperski. Showtime is 7:30pm. Limited tickets remain.




Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Tim Hause on Friday

(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- The Lizzie Rose Music Room presents Philadelphia singer-songwriter Tim Hause on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 7:30pm. Mindful Melodies will open the night.




Split Level Concerts presents Shannon McNally with her band; Arlan Feiles to Open

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Grammy nominated songstress Shannon McNally will perform with her band at the Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 8:00pm. Arlan Feiles, whose 2025 release Diaspora was recently named Album of the Year by Makin Waves, will open the show.












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    EVENT PREVIEWS

    (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents a Spring Season of Jazz with free monthly jazz jams at Clement's Place and two special concert events inside the Victoria Theater. This series, running from September through June, is co-presented by NJPAC's Jazz Advisory Committee and Rutgers University–Newark's Institute of Jazz Studies (IJS). Immerse yourself in the relaxing sounds of jazz music that stimulate the players’ and listeners' minds.



    (BRADLEY BEACH, NJ) -- The Bradley Beach Jazz Festival has announced the full schedule and lineup for its second annual event, transforming the shore town into a vibrant hub of sound and swing from February 6-7, 2026. The festival is anchored by three spectacular Main Stage sessions on the weekend, featuring an internationally renowned lineup led by NEA Jazz Master and master trombonist, Delfeayo Marsalis.



    (ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The Stone Pony will celebrate the club's 52nd anniversary weekend with The Ocean Avenue Ramble - an evening of non-stop co-headline sets by Jackson Pines and Ocean Avenue Stompers culminating in the Pine Barrens Stomp on Friday, February 6, 2026.



    (WYCKOFF, NJ) -- Y Arts in the Community at the Wyckoff YMCA presents Cabaret Night: Dueling Pianos on Friday, February 6, 2026. Featuring Savage Pianos, Dueling Pianos brings together the very best of modern entertainment. doors are at 7:00pm; Showtime is 7:30pm.



    (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents 512: The Selena Experience on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 8:00pm. 512: The Selena Experience is a mind-blowing experience and the closest one you can get to live a Selena concert. Simply, the best Selena tribute production out there!












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