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SUMMARY:Eric Andersen
DESCRIPTION:Eric Andersen Live at Avenel Performing Arts Center – October 3\, 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\nExperience an unforgettable evening with veteran folk legend Eric Andersen at the Avenel Performing Arts Center on Friday\, October 3\, 2025. Known for his poetic songwriting and timeless acoustic sound\, Andersen continues to captivate audiences decades after emerging from the iconic Greenwich Village folk scene of the 1960s. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\n\nTime: 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nLocation: Avenel Performing Arts Center\, 150 Avenel Street\, Avenel\, NJ\n\n\n\nPerformance Style: Acoustic duo with longtime collaborator and producer Steve Addabbo\n\n\n\n\nAndersen will showcase his newest work with a performance celebrating “Dance of Love and Death\,” his first album of original songs in over 20 years. Alongside his latest material\, fans can expect a selection of his enduring classics\, including beloved tracks like “Thirsty Boots\,” “Blue River\,” and “Violets of Dawn.” \n\n\n\nPraised by peers and critics alike\, Andersen’s music has earned him recognition as one of folk music’s most compelling storytellers. Bob Dylan himself has described him as a “great ballad singer and writer\,” a testament to his lasting influence and artistry. \n\n\n\nTickets and additional details are available through the Avenel Performing Arts Center website. Don’t miss this rare chance to see a folk music icon up close in an intimate setting.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/eric-andersen/
LOCATION:Avenel Performing Arts Center\, 150 Avenel Street\, Avenel\, New Jersey\, 07001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:Cousin Brucie Presents: The Rascals & Gary Lewis & The Playboys
DESCRIPTION:Cousin Brucie Presents: The Rascals & Gary Lewis & The Playboys – PNC Bank Arts Center\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📍 PNC Bank Arts Center\, Holmdel\, NJ📅 Friday\, October 3\, 2025🕢 Showtime: 7:30 PM \n\n\n\nGet ready for a night of classic rock and timeless hits as Cousin Brucie brings together two legendary bands for an unforgettable evening at the PNC Bank Arts Center. Fans of 60s rock and pop will experience the music that defined a generation\, all performed live under the stars. \n\n\n\nFeatured Lineup\n\n\n\n\nThe Rascals – Rock pioneers known for their soulful vocals\, catchy melodies\, and chart-topping classics that still resonate today.\n\n\n\nGary Lewis & The Playboys – A beloved group delivering the upbeat\, feel-good rock hits that made them a household name.\n\n\n\n\nWhy This Show Is Unmissable\n\n\n\nFrom energetic stage performances to sing-along classics\, this concert is a celebration of the golden age of rock. Perfect for longtime fans or anyone looking to experience the magic of 60s music live\, this is a night filled with nostalgia\, harmony\, and unforgettable moments. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStay connected with the Explore New Jersey Directory for more incredible events\, must-see attractions\, and local insights that make the Garden State truly shine! You can hear live music on Live Jam! \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/cousin-brucie-presents-the-rascals-gary-lewis-the-playboys/
LOCATION:PNC Bank Arts Center\, Exit 116\, Garden State Pkwy\, Holmdel\, New Jersey\, 07733\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:Bill Haley Jr. & The Comets
DESCRIPTION:Bill Haley Jr. & The Comets – Live at Raritan Valley Community College \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStep back into the golden era of rock ‘n’ roll with Bill Haley Jr. & The Comets at The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg\, New Jersey\, on Friday\, October 3\, 2025\, at 7:00 PM. As the son of rock and roll pioneer Bill Haley\, creator of iconic hits like “Rock Around the Clock”\, Bill Haley Jr. continues his father’s legacy with high-energy performances that celebrate the birth of rock music. \n\n\n\nFans can expect the “Rock ‘N’ Roll History Show”\, a lively mix of 1950s and ‘60s classics\, performed by Haley Jr.’s five-piece band. Alongside him are talented musicians—saxophonist Kaj Hansen\, guitarist Mike Denaro\, bassist Christopher Davis Shannon\, and drummer Rich Flamini—who bring the original hits to life. In addition to the music\, Haley Jr. shares fascinating stories and behind-the-scenes insights into rock and roll history\, making the evening both entertaining and educational. \n\n\n\n📍 Location: The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College\, Branchburg\, NJ📅 Date & Time: Friday\, October 3\, 2025\, at 7:00 PM🎸 What to Expect: Classic rock ‘n’ roll hits\, live storytelling\, high-energy performance\, family-friendly music experience🎟 Tickets: Available via the RVCCArts website or the Box Office \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this chance to see Bill Haley Jr. & The Comets honor the legacy of one of rock’s greatest icons while delivering an unforgettable live music experience in New Jersey.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/bill-haley-jr-the-comets/
LOCATION:Raritan Valley Community College\, 118 Lamington Rd\, Branchburg\, New Jersey\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:Jesus "Aguaje" Ramos & the Buena Vista Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Jesus “Aguaje” Ramos\, original orchestra leader\, composer\, and trombonist\, of The Buena Vista Social Club\, performs live at STNJ with the Buena Vista Orchestra!\nJesus “Aguaje” Ramos has performed with world-class ensembles such as Estrellas de Areito and Afro-Cuban Allstars. His musical journey is featured in the critically acclaimed 1999 documentary Buena Vista Social Club. Ramos has performed on the recordings for The Buena Vista Social Club\, Afro-Cuban Allstars\, and the solo albums of Ibrahim Ferrer\, Ruben Gonzales\, and Omara Portuondo. Ramos was Gonzales’s musical director and has been touring extensively since 1997 with various Buena Vista Social Club projects. In September 2024\, The Buena Vista Orchestra—under Ramos’ direction and featuring key players from The Buena Vista Social Club—celebrated the legacy of the legendary group with an exciting new stage production and repertoire pulled from the greatest hits (many of which Ramos composed) and deep cuts.\nThe lineup for the Buena Vista Orchestra include Jesus “Aguaje” Ramos (trombone\, vocals); Lorena Ramos Diaz (trombone\, vocals); Geidy Chapman (vocals); Yuri Tejada Rodriguez (vocals); Amaury Tamayo (trumpet\, vocals); Andy Abad Acosta piano); Fabian Garcia (bass); Antonio Rubio Borayo (timbal\, percussion); Luis “Betun” Mariano Valiente Marin (congas\, bongo); and Maikel Ochao (Tres).\nJesús “Aguaje” Ramos\, el director original de orquesta\, compositor y trombonista de The Buena Vista Social Club\, se presenta en directo en STNJ con la Buena Vista Orchestra!\nJesús “Aguaje” Ramos ha colaborado con grupos de prestigio mundial como Estrellas de Areito y Afro-Cuban Allstars. Su carrera musical aparece en el aclamado documental de 1999 Buena Vista Social Club. Ramos ha aparecido en las grabaciones de The Buena Vista Social Club\, Afro-Cuban Allstars y en los discos solistas de Ibrahim Ferrer\, Rubén González y Omara Portuondo. Ramos fue el director musical de Gonzales y ha realizado numerosas giras desde 1997 con diversos proyectos de Buena Vista Social Club.\nEn septiembre de 2024\, The Buena Vista Orchestra—bajo la dirección de Ramos y con la participación de músicos clave de The Buena Vista Social Club—celebró el legado del grupo legendario con una nueva y emocionante producción escénica y un repertorio extraído de los gran éxitos (muchos de los cuales fueron compuestos por Ramos) y de los cortes más profundos.\nLa formación de la Buena Vista Orchestra incluye a Jesús “Aguaje” Ramos (trombón\, voz); Lorena Ramos Díaz (trombón\, voz); Geidy Chapman (voz); Yuri Tejada Rodríguez (voz); Amaury Tamayo (trompeta\, voz); Andy Abad Acosta (piano); Fabián García (bajo); Antonio Rubio Borayo (timbal\, percusión); Luis “Betún” Mariano Valiente Marín (congas\, bongó); y Maikel Ochao (tres).
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/jesus-aguaje-ramos-the-buena-vista-orchestra/
LOCATION:State Theatre New Jersey\, 15 Livingston Avenue \, NJ\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:Earth\, Wind and Fire Tribute
DESCRIPTION:The Earth\, Wind & Fire Tribute Band is a talented and committed group of musicians and vocalists whose roots are in gospel music. They share a great love and appreciation for the style and musicianship of the premier band of the 70’s\, 80’s and 90’s Earth\, Wind and Fire. Selling out venues globally\, the grammy-award winning band continues to record and perform for an endearing fan base……… still going strong for over four decades.\nThe EWF Tribute Band is based in Maryland and actively supports its local community\, performing at fund raisers\, church events\, and local historic venues such as the Howard Theater. The Tribute Band pays homage to one of the greatest bands of its era\, bringing to life the magical R&B\, funk and Jazz sounds that continue to inspire and influence even the contemporary entertainers of today. From the funky and “earthy” grooves\, to the sophisticated and complex lyrics and orchestrations\, the 14 member Earth Wind and Fire Tribute Band will continue to keep the music alive so that everyone will know that the elements…Earth\, Wind and Fire\, will live on forever!
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/earth-wind-and-fire-tribute/
LOCATION:New Jersey
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:EagleMania - The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band
DESCRIPTION:EagleMania has been dazzling audiences for over a decade by spectacularly reproducing the music of The Eagles. EagleMania thrills internationally sold-out audiences with their stunning five part harmony\, virtuoso guitar work and uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of The Eagles. The EagleMania show consists of the Eagles’ greatest hits\, as well as select Don Henley\, Glenn Frey\, and Joe Walsh solo efforts. If you like The Eagles you simply must experience the world’s greatest Eagles Tribute\, EagleMania!
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/eaglemania-the-worlds-greatest-eagles-tribute-band-2/
LOCATION:New Jersey
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:Finger Eleven
DESCRIPTION:Re-defining Insanity The five members of Finger Eleven collectively wrote/recorded over 100 songs during the process of making their fourth Wind-up release Them vs. You vs. Me. These compositions are of varying styles and colors\, ranging from rock to country to dance to funk to old 60’s songs. Many of these were written by exchanging files over the internet wherein one person would track a home recording\, send it off into cyber space\, and then someone else would build on it and send it on down the line. Many of the final cuts on the album were demo-ed and re-recorded at least four times over a period of one and a half years\, undergoing massive changes each time.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/finger-eleven/
LOCATION:Starland Ballroom\, 570 Jernee Mill Rd\, Sayreville\, New Jersey\, 08872\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:Ana Popovic & Coco Montoya
DESCRIPTION:The award-winning\, hard-touring\, guitar slinger blends smoking electric funk and slide guitar\, jazzy instrumentals and a tight blues groove with soulful\, feminine vocals. Add to the mix her incredible stage presence\, all of which makes her an irresistible force in the world of contemporary blues music. Her sound simply never stands still\, she’s pushing limits\, bending genres\, and reinventing her music and herself with each new record. \nNot surprisingly\, she can claim any number of notable accolades and achievements from the highest quarters of the music industry. She’s shown her commitment to celebrating her guitar-driven\, eclectic music style through consistent touring\, awards\, and recognition for the past 25 years. In the process\, she’s emerged as one of the most thoughtful\, dynamic\, and committed performers in modern songwriting and guitar. \nAna’s latest studio album\, Power\, released on May 5\, 2023\, on ArtisteXclusive Records\, brings those dynamics to the fore and\, in the process\, turns this set of songs into both a powerful and personal tale of survival through faith\, determination and tenacity. They were spawned from a decidedly tricky set of circumstances that tested Ana’s devotion to making music and her perseverance. \n‘Power’ symbolizes unity. Album cover art: two holding hands\, black and white\, is what this world needs. It’s the power\, and it’s the force that’s going to move this world forward. Without that power\, there wouldn’t have been so much remarkable music today\, ideas\, and reforms. And indeed\, not this record. This story is about friendship and embracing yourself with everything life throws at you. \nIf that all isn’t enough\, in 2023 she decided to take on an even bigger task: fronting her brand new\, genre-bending\, BIG BAND project ‘FANTASTAFUNK’ that showcases an excellent 11 piece band. Funk\, gospel & soul extravaganza! It’s available for booking in 2024 and guarantees an amazing performance on any of the leading music festivals! \n\nCalled ‘one helluva a guitar-player’ by Bruce Springsteen and nominated for seven Blues Music Awards\, Ana was added as the only female guitar-player to the 2014 -’18 all star Experience Hendrix lineup; a nationwide tour celebrating the music and legacy of Jimi Hendrix w/ Buddy Guy\, Eric Johnson\, Kenny Wayne Shepherd and many more world renown artists. \nShe appeared on the cover of Vintage Guitar and Guitar Player magazine. Her latest album POWER (2023) made it to #1 on the Billboards Blues Charts – THE list of best selling albums nationwide. Her albums ‘Can You Stand The Heat’ and ‘Unconditional’ where Pick-Of-The-Week by USA Today and featured on NPR Music. \nYou’ll find Popovic in a select group of excellent modern rock-blues guitar players. One reason could be the fact that she’s always willing to work a little harder and travel a little further to master her craft. Ana and her powerful band are tirelessly touring\, playing major blues\, jazz and rock festivals. She is endorsed by Fender\, D’Angelico\, Jim Dunlop and DR strings. She has shared headlining stages with B.B. King\, Joe Bonamassa\, Gary Clark Jr. and many others. When not on tour\, she resides in Los Angeles\, CA. \nCoco Montoya \nCoco Montoya is a self-taught\, left-handed blues guitar virtuoso and soul-stirring vocalist who began his musical journey as a drummer before becoming a protégé of blues icon Albert Collins. With guidance from both Collins and British legend John Mayall\, Montoya developed a unique and fiery style\, marked by raw passion and inventive guitar work. His solo career launched with the award-winning 1995 debut Gotta Mind To Travel\, and he’s since released a string of acclaimed albums\, including several with Alligator Records\, where he’s now returned for his latest and most personal work yet\, Writing On The Wall. \nProduced by Grammy-winner Tony Braunagel and featuring Montoya’s trusted touring band\, Writing On The Wall showcases emotionally charged songwriting\, masterful musicianship\, and heartfelt performances. The album includes original songs alongside powerful covers\, with guest appearances from Lee Roy Parnell and Ronnie Baker Brooks. Coco describes it as one of his best works\, driven by the chemistry and inspiration of his bandmates and a sense of artistic freedom. \nMontoya’s journey from bar gigs to international stages is a testament to his talent and perseverance. From drumming for Collins to filling the shoes of Clapton and Green in Mayall’s Bluesbreakers\, and now fronting his own high-energy shows\, he’s captivated audiences worldwide. With Writing On The Wall\, an ever-growing global fanbase\, and a packed touring schedule\, Coco Montoya continues to solidify his place as one of today’s most genuine and powerful voices in the blues.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/ana-popovic-coco-montoya-2/
LOCATION:The Newton Theatre\, 234 Spring St\, \, NJ\, Newton\, NJ\, 07860\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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SUMMARY:A Medium Gallery Show with Linda Shields\, The Jersey Shore Medium®
DESCRIPTION:At just eight years old\, Linda Shields discovered her gift\, which would later on turn into a lifelong career for herself. It wasn’t until she was pushed into it that she discovered what it was that she’d be doing for the rest of her life. Now\, 54 years later\, the Jersey Shore Medium is touring around the country and continues to be surrounded by spirits in her day-to-day work. \nEleven years ago\, Shields launched her career into becoming the Jersey Shore Medium. It all started in her early twenties when someone approached her with tarot cards. Little did she know she would never see that person again; however\, she would end up needing those cards again someday. \nIt became public for Shields in the summer of 1990 when she received a phone call to do a reading. Shields’ grandmother was also a psychic who taught her how to turn off and on her senses as well as understand them. \n“There has never been a time where I could not connect with someone\,” says Shields. “It’s the readings that when I can give closure or hope\, that’s what keeps me going.” \nShields is able to use the psychic senses of hearing (Clairaudience)\, tasting/smelling (Clairsentient)\, and physical feeling or being an Empath during a reading. She was never afraid of her spirits due to the fact that she was always surrounded by them. The Jersey Shore Medium admits that she favors Clairaudience because it’s like having a personal dialogue in her head. \n“I want to stay where I am. I like being the Jersey Shore Medium. I just want in the years to come to have the health to keep doing what I’m doing. As long as I have the energy and the blessings to do it\, I’ll do it as long as I can\,” Shields states. \nShields does shows around the tri-state area. In addition\, the Jersey Shore native is also the published author of Angel Inspirations for Serenity and Love\, Crystal Power\, and 12\,000 Dreams Interpreted. \nTo learn more about Linda Shields: The Jersey Shore Medium\, visit: https://www.thejerseyshoremedium.com/.
URL:https://explorenewjersey.org/event/a-medium-gallery-show-with-linda-shields-the-jersey-shore-medium/
LOCATION:New Jersey
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music
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