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SUMMARY:The Artimus Pyle Band - Honoring Ronnie Van Zant's Lynyrd Skynyrd
DESCRIPTION:The Artimus Pyle Band: Honoring Ronnie Van Zant’s Lynyrd Skynyrd\n\n\n\n\n\nExperience the incredible legacy of Lynyrd Skynyrd as The Artimus Pyle Band (APB) takes the stage to honor the legendary Ronnie Van Zant and the timeless classics of southern rock! Featuring Artimus Pyle\, the last surviving member and drummer of the original Lynyrd Skynyrd lineup\, this unforgettable performance pays tribute to one of rock’s most iconic bands. Artimus Pyle\, a 2006 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee\, leads a powerhouse band\, bringing the music and spirit of Lynyrd Skynyrd to life in a way only a true original can. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy You Should Be There:\n\n\n\n\nA True Southern Rock Legend: Artimus Pyle brings decades of experience to the stage as the last surviving member of the classic Lynyrd Skynyrd lineup. Feel the energy and passion of southern rock’s finest as he performs the band’s greatest hits.\n\n\n\nSpecial Guests & New Lineup: The APB lineup features an all-star cast of musicians\, including Bo Bice (Southern rock singer & American Idol finalist)\, Barry Lee Harwood (Rossington Collins Band)\, Shannon Wickline (Charlie Daniels Band)\, Jerry Lyda\, and Scott Raines. Together\, they’re delivering a fresh yet authentic take on Lynyrd Skynyrd’s legendary sound.\n\n\n\nAnthems Album: The new APB album Anthems includes classic Skynyrd hits with special guest vocalists like Ronnie Dunn (Brooks & Dunn)\, Sammy Hagar\, and Dolly Parton! Featured songs include “Sweet Home Alabama”\, “Simple Man”\, “Free Bird”\, and more. Don’t miss the chance to hear these legendary songs performed live with special guest vocals.\n\n\n\nDolly Parton Collaboration: APB is featured on Dolly Parton’s 2023 album Rockstar\, adding another layer of excitement to their already impressive roster of collaborations and accomplishments.\n\n\n\nMovie Soundtrack: The band’s music is also featured in the 2020 film Street Survivors: The True Story of the Lynyrd Skynyrd Plane Crash (Cleopatra Entertainment)\, solidifying their place in rock history.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening Act: Six Gunn Sally\n\n\n\nTime: 8:00 PM – 8:45 PMGenre: Southern & Classic Rock Tribute Band \n\n\n\nStart the night right with Six Gunn Sally\, the ultimate 70s classic and southern rock tribute band. This seven-piece powerhouse of musicians and vocalists brings you the greatest hits of southern and classic rock from the likes of Lynyrd Skynyrd\, The Allman Brothers\, Molly Hatchet\, Janis Joplin\, Led Zeppelin\, and Fleetwood Mac\, alongside their own signature tracks. Six Gunn Sally delivers an unforgettable performance that will have you rocking from start to finish. \n\n\n\nBand Website: Six Gunn Sally \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details:\n\n\n\n\nTime: 8:00 PM (Doors open at 7:00 PM for Six Gunn Sally)\n\n\n\nTickets: Ticket Info\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss your chance to see The Artimus Pyle Band perform Lynyrd Skynyrd’s greatest hits live in concert! With an all-star lineup and an unforgettable tribute to the southern rock legends\, this show will be a highlight of your year. \n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS NOW and get ready for a night of southern rock magic at its finest! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🎟️ Tickets\, Merchandise & Info:\n\n\n\nAccessible seating available for all guests. \n\n\n\nClick here to go to the Merch Stand in The Vending Lot.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/the-artimus-pyle-band-honoring-ronnie-van-zants-lynyrd-skynyrd/
LOCATION:The Levoy Theatre\, 130 N High Street\, Millville\, NJ\, 08332\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:THE WORLD-FAMOUS GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🎺 Sunday\, August 24\, 2025 | 3:00 PM📍 Levoy Theatre\, Millville\, NJ🚪 Doors Open: 2:00 PM \n\n\n\nTimeless swing. Big band brilliance. A sound that changed the world—The Glenn Miller Orchestra returns to Levoy Theatre for a dazzling afternoon performance on August 24 at 3:00 PM. \n\n\n\nIf you’re In the Mood for unforgettable music\, rich history\, and the unmistakable sounds of the Swing Era\, this is the concert you can’t afford to miss. Known across the globe as the gold standard in big band jazz\, the Glenn Miller Orchestra brings back the magic of the 1930s and ’40s with a show that honors Glenn’s original arrangements and keeps the legacy alive for a new generation of fans. \n\n\n\nLed by vocalist and bandleader Nick Hilscher\, the 18-piece ensemble will perform beloved classics like “Moonlight Serenade\,” “Chattanooga Choo Choo\,” and “Pennsylvania 6-5000\,” plus fresh takes delivered in that signature Miller style. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering big band for the first time\, this concert delivers rhythm\, romance\, and timeless nostalgia. \n\n\n\n🎟️ Runtime: Approximately 2 hours (including intermission)🎟️ View Seating Chart & Reserve Your Tickets at Levoy Theatre \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this rare chance to experience the most sought-after big band in the world—live\, local\, and larger than life. \n\n\n\nStep back in time. Dress sharp. And let the music move you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🎟️ Tickets\, Merchandise & Info:\n\n\n\nAccessible seating available for all guests. \n\n\n\nClick here to go to the Merch Stand in The Vending Lot. \n\n\n\nListen To Live Big Band\, Swing & Jazz Music on The Improve Cafe’ – Where Every Song Played is the Live Version
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/the-world-famous-glenn-miller-orchestra/
LOCATION:The Levoy Theatre\, 130 N High Street\, Millville\, NJ\, 08332\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:Billy Hector's Birthday Bash
DESCRIPTION:Whether Billy Hector is teasing you with his sultry slide work\, picking through delta blues or flat-out cranking it up and crunching out the electric blues/rock on his beloved vintage Fender Stratocaster\, his music reflects the true soul and origins of the blues; always passionate\, engaging and dedicated to making the audience move and sweat. Having honed his chops and style through three decades of performances\, Hector is critically recognized as one of the hottest and most interesting guitarist/songwriters on the original circuit and has even been called “A New Jersey state treasure” by music writers.\nEarly in his career\, Billy Hector identified himself as a deeply grounded and versatile player drawing his influences from important predecessors including T-Bone Walker\, Freddie King\, Jimi Hendrix\, Roy Buchanan and a host of others across musical style and genre. But\, as with all truly great musicians\, recognizable influences are interesting only insofar as they provide a departure point for the musician’s spirit. It falls on the musician to shape his predecessor’s ideas into music that does not simply replicate but engagingly adds to the whole. Most can only aspire to this level of creation; Billy Hector generates it in spades\, and it happens every night.\nIn the late 70s\, Hector’s first stop was as the guitarist for The Shots\, a horn-driven R&B group that took over the house band role from Southside Johnny and The Asbury Jukes at the renowned Stone Pony. He moved on as lead guitarist for Hot Romance\, a band based at the infamous Mrs. Jay’s biker bar in Asbury Park that also began receiving New York City radio airplay for its original songs.\nIn the mid-80’s\, drawn back to earlier musical roots\, Billy Hector formed the five-piece blues/rock band The Fairlanes and\, co-wrote and released three independent albums on the Blue Jersey label.\nBy early 1993\, Hector regrouped as a power trio and renamed his band The Billy Hector Band. The band’s present lineup is guitars/lead vocals Billy Hector\, drummer Sim Cain and bassist Tim Tindall. The Billy Hector Band also performs acoustic blues in multiple personnel configurations.\nA prolific songwriter/composer\, Billy Hector has fourteen albums to his credit\, most on the independent Ghetto Surf label. And with over thirty-five years of performing under his belt\, Billy Hector is recognized as one of the hottest guitarists and songwriters playing the original circuit and serves up what more than one reviewer has called “one of the best shows you’ll ever see.”
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/billy-hectors-birthday-bash/
LOCATION:Wonder Bar\, 1213 Ocean Avenue\, Asbury Par\, New Jersey\, 07712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:Ready or Yacht
DESCRIPTION:Set sail for a night of smooth grooves and timeless hits! READY OR YACHT featuring The John Rogers Band\, NJ’s premier Yacht Rock show\, brings you all the best soft rock classics from the late ’70s and early ’80s. Get ready to sing along\, dance\, and drift away on a wave of nostalgic melodies!
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/ready-or-yacht-2/
LOCATION:Algonquin Arts Theatre\, 60 Abe Voorhees Dr\, Manasquan\, 08736\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:Michael Franks
DESCRIPTION:Michael Franks (born September 18\, 1944) is an American singer and songwriter\, considered a leader of the Quiet Storm genre. He has recorded with a variety of well-known artists\, singers\, and musicians such as: Astrud Gilberto\, Peggy Lee\, Joe Sample\, Michael Brecker\, Chuck Loeb\, Art Garfunkel\, Randy Brecker\, Brenda Russell\, Bonnie Raitt\, David Sanborn\, Claus Ogerman\, Eumir Deodato\, Toots Thielemans\, Art Farmer\, Artie Traum\, Hubert Laws\, Livingston Taylor\, Randy Van Warmer\, Patti Austin\, Me Phi Me\, Orleans\, and Kenny Rankin\, among many others.\nHis songs have been recorded by: Natalie Cole\, Diana Krall\, Lyle Lovett\, Kurt Elling\, Til Bronner\, Ringo Starr\, Melissa Manchester\, The Carpenters\, Mark Murphy\, Gordon Haskell\, Mark/Almond\, Patti LaBelle\, jazz guitarists Howard Roberts and Sylvain Luc\, Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee\, John Pizzarelli\, Carmen McRae\, Veronica Nunn\, Al Jarreau\, Joe Sample\, Shirley Bassey\, Lani Hall\, The Manhattan Transfer\, Leo Sidran\, Dee Dee Bridgewater and many others. He has written songs with Antonio Carlos Jobim\, Joe Sample\, Djavan\, John Guerin\, the Yellowjackets\, Rob Mounsey and Charles Blenzig.\nHis songs are also sampled frequently.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/michael-franks/
LOCATION:Count Basie Center for the Arts\, 99 Monmouth Street\, Red Bank\, New Jersey\, 07701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:Silversun Pickups
DESCRIPTION:Silversun Pickups’ sixth album Physical Thrills came together as a serendipitous accident during a dark time. The LA band began 2020 by touring in support of their record released the previous year\, Widow’s Weeds. But the pandemic halted those plans\, with the members including guitarist and singer Brian Aubert\, bassist Nikki Monninger\, drummer Christopher Guanlao\, and keyboardist Joe Lester\, finding themselves stuck at home. In that resting period\, Aubert wasn’t focused on Silversun Pickups; instead\, he channeled his energy into taking care of his son\, Nico\, while his wife Tracy worked.\nBut as much as his focus initially shifted from the band\, he couldn’t escape the new melodies germinating in his head. “I would sneak off and start writing these songs\, and I didn’t know what they’re for because I didn’t really think about Silversun on any level. I was just doing it to keep myself calm and keep myself company\,” says Aubert. The songs were so different from what he’d previously written for Silversun Pickups that he initially thought he was writing a musical. There were “dream shanties\,” gentler vocals\, horror-inspired sounds\, and other exciting new elements coming to mind.\nThe band finally was able to gather in person for a live-streamed acoustic performance on Halloween for The Dark Zone Network’s virtual music festival Queen Mary\, and it was there that Aubert revealed the new material to his bandmates. They readily embraced the new direction—and so did producer Butch Vig. The band reunited with Vig\, who first worked with Silversun Pickups on Widow’s Weeds\, recording the record at the famed producer and Garbage member’s home.\nWhen Aubert first reached out to Vig\, he wasn’t sure if the band was making an EP or a full record; Widow’s Weeds was still fresh for Silversun Pickups. But once Aubert made plans to visit Vig and play him what he had\, the music began pouring out. He immediately began recording with Vig\, later having the rest of the band join.\nOnce the band began working on Physical Thrills together\, they made some of Silversun Pickups’ most stunning songs yet. The record doesn’t depart drastically from the sound the band’s fans know and love\, but rather enhances it with previously-unexplored fixtures at play.\nPhysical Thrills was colored by the pandemic\, but isn’t meant to be solemn; instead\, Aubert explores his own comfort in the temporary\, newfound isolation. There’s a juxtaposition of playfulness with angst from having so much time to process untapped emotions. That’s something that comes through in the album’s instrumentation\, too\, with wide-ranging sounds that transform according to the weight of the lyrics.\nThere are tracks with shoegaze-infused distorted synths and guitar\, like opener “Stillness (Way Beyond)”; bouncy\, pop-tinged danceable tunes (“Empty Nest\,” “Hereafter (Way After)”); pared-down ballads (“Alone On A Hill”); and a collection of “dream shanties\,” as Aubert refers to them.\nThe titles of those shanties call back to “Dream At Tempo 119” off the band’s 2006 debut record\, Carnavas\, tying the band’s beginnings with the current\, evolved iteration of Silversun Pickups. But\, this time\, the instrumentation matches the lyrics. Aubert forgoes the heavy guitars to instead create magical lullabies: “Dream At Tempo 050\,” “Dream At Tempo 310\,” and “Dream At Tempo 150.” Each carries a secret code in the title with numbers personal to Aubert.\nWith such an exploratory record\, the band members felt free to traverse new ground. Guanlao\, who usually shies away from fills on drums\, took inspiration from The Beatles documentary Get Back\, throwing some into Physical Thrills\, influenced by Ringo Starr’s work on Let It Be. Whereas for Monninger\, this record allowed her to showcase her vocals at the forefront more than in previous work. Joe also took a larger role in composition on this record\, writing the piano part for “We Won’t Come Out\,” which became the backbone for the song.\nThe making of Physical Thrills also allowed for whimsical moments\, including Aubert creating a distinct tapping noise by incorporating the sound of drumsticks hitting Vig’s Grammy in “Hidden Moon\,” and playfully pelting balloons at Monninger while she played “Hereafter (Way After)” on bass to create less tension.\nWhile this record features such an eclectic mix of melodies\, each song is interconnected with each other\, meant to be experienced as a whole body of work. “All of our records are designed for people who want to listen to them all the way through and hopefully stick around with it\,” says Aubert. “After a while\, maybe you’ll catch on to the little things—not just the [pattern of] the dream songs\, but maybe you’ll hear that\, and you’ll hear a melody from the first song in the last song. There are crossover things happening.”\nLester says\, “Physical Thrills is exactly the record that we wanted to make\, which I’m really stoked about because sometimes you look back and think\, ‘Well\, that’s maybe not exactly how we would have done it’ when you go back and listen to it years later.’ But I feel really proud of this one. I think the songs that Nikki sings on are like the best ones we’ve done for her to sing on. The lyrics are better than they’ve ever been.”\nMonninger adds\, “We’ve been together for twenty-two years; it’s really interesting that we still love doing this. We know that we’re fortunate to still be together after all these years\, seeking out the silver lining. I feel like we still have many more things to say\, and we’re so happy with how this album turned out.”
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/silversun-pickups/
LOCATION:The Wellmont Theater\, 5 Seymour St\, Montclair\, NJ\, 07042\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:SOUTHERN STEEL AND CLASSIC SKYNYRD LIVE
DESCRIPTION:James D’Amico’s Sun Concerts presents \nSOUTHERN STEEL AND CLASSIC SKYNYRD LIVE \nIt all starts with a full set of all your favorite Southern Rock songs performed by Southern Steel then comes a full set of Lynyrd Skynyrd  performed by Classic Skynyrd live. \nDon’t miss this show \nContinue Shopping\nThis venue uses All-In Pricing. The total price listed includes ticket fees and taxes.\nSelect A Section From The Map Below:\nPricing from USD44.00 to USD55.00
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/southern-steel-and-classic-skynyrd-live/
LOCATION:New Jersey
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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