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New Milford's Jack Antonoff Drops Brutal Truth About Growing Up In New Jersey New Milford's Jack Antonoff Drops Brutal Truth About Growing Up In New Jersey
New Milford's Jack Antonoff Drops Brutal Truth About Growing Up In New Jersey New Jerseyans spend their lives staring at everything they are not. At least, that’s how Jack Antonoff sees it. “You’re face-to-face with what you’re not,” the 42-year-old Grammy Award-winning producer from Bergen County said on the Monday, May 4 episode of "Armchair Expert" with Dax Shepard and Monica Padman. Antonoff was born in Bergenfield and raised in New Milford and Woodcliff Lake. In high school, he formed a punk rock band with friends from elementary school. He later formed the band Steel Train with friend Scott Irby-Ranniar, and played their first show at Club Krome in South Amboy.…
NJ Residents Named To Forbes 30 Under 30 NJ Residents Named To Forbes 30 Under 30
NJ Residents Named To Forbes 30 Under 30 Two New Jersey residents are being recognized on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list for 2026, with one building a multimillion-dollar fashion brand and the other becoming a global music star. Stephanie Devli, 27, of Saddle River and Weehawken, was named to the list in the E-commerce and Retail category, while Audrey Nuna (Audrey Chu) of Manalapan was honored in Music, according to Forbes. Devli launched Happy Camp3r in 2020, starting by tie-dyeing clothing in her parents’ home during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Forbes, She has grown Happy Camp3r into a business projected to reach $10 mil…
Engelbert Humperdinck’s ‘Last Waltz’ Tour Brings Back The Magic In 2025 Engelbert Humperdinck’s ‘Last Waltz’ Tour Brings Back The Magic In 2025
Engelbert Humperdinck’s ‘Last Waltz’ Tour Brings Back The Magic In 2025 It might be hard to believe if you didn’t live it, but there was a time when Engelbert Humperdinck’s "Release Me" knocked the Beatles off the charts. In 1967, while “Penny Lane/Strawberry Fields Forever” was climbing, his velvet-voiced ballad soared to No. 1 in the UK, sold more than a million copies, and stayed there for six weeks. It stopped the Fab Four from another crown—proof that heartbreak could outshine psychedelic pop.  Now, nearly six decades later, the crooner who rewrote chart history is inviting fans to sway with him one last time on "The Last Waltz" tour. Tickets are alrea…
James Taylor Is Here This Week — Grab Tickets Before They’re Gone! James Taylor Is Here This Week — Grab Tickets Before They’re Gone!
James Taylor Is Here This Week — Grab Tickets Before They’re Gone! You’ve seen fire, you’ve seen rain, but have you seen James Taylor live in 2025? Now’s your chance. The legendary singer-songwriter is bringing his All-Star Band to town this week. For anyone who grew up with his music—or made memories to it—these shows are more than concerts. They’re homecomings set to timeless soundtracks. Tour Dates  Aug 27 – MGM Music Hall at Fenway Park, Boston, MA Aug 29 – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater, Bridgeport, CT Aug 30 – PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, NJ Tickets are still available, but not for long. As of press time, $27 lawn seats were open at PNC Ba…
NY's Chuck Mangione, Jazz Star, 'King Of The Hill' Recurring Guest, Dies NY's Chuck Mangione, Jazz Star, 'King Of The Hill' Recurring Guest, Dies
NY's Chuck Mangione, Jazz Star, 'King Of The Hill' Recurring Guest, Dies An iconic jazz musician has died in his upstate New York home, according to reports. Chuck Mangione died on Tuesday, July 22, according to a family statement. The 84-year-old's death was first reported by the Democrat & Chronicle, a newspaper in his hometown of Rochester, NY. Mangione's family said he "peacefully passed away in his sleep" at his Rochester home. He was most well-known for the song "Feels So Good," along with the 1977 album with the same name. The flugelhorn and trumpet player was born on Friday, Nov. 29, 1940. He began music lessons at age 8 and play…
Ozzy Osbourne, Controversial Heavy Metal Pioneer, Dies Weeks After Farewell Show Ozzy Osbourne, Controversial Heavy Metal Pioneer, Dies Weeks After Farewell Show
Ozzy Osbourne, Controversial Heavy Metal Pioneer, Dies Weeks After Farewell Show Heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne, the once-troubled rockstar who co-founded Black Sabbath, has died less than three weeks after his farewell concert. Osbourne died on the morning of Tuesday, July 22, according to a family statement posted on his Instagram page. The "Crazy Train" singer was 76 years old. His family said that the rocker, nicknamed "The Prince of Darkness," passed away with them and "surrounded by love." "It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning," the statement read. "We ask everyone to…
Ex-Assistant Claims Kanye West 'Terrorized,' Sexually Assaulted Her Ex-Assistant Claims Kanye West 'Terrorized,' Sexually Assaulted Her
Ex-Assistant Claims Kanye West 'Terrorized,' Sexually Assaulted Her Kanye West, the controversial rapper and fashion designer also known as Ye, is facing new allegations of sexual assault and battery from his former assistant. The claims were added to an amended lawsuit originally filed in June 2024, which accused West of sexual harassment and wrongful termination. According to court documents obtained by Us Weekly, Lauren Pisciotta alleges that West, age 48, created a hostile work environment and “terrorized and dominated” her for two years under the guise of offering career advancement opportunities.  She claims West abruptly fired her after she res…
Coldplay’s ‘Music Of The Spheres’ Tour Lights Up Gillette Stadium July 15 & 16 Coldplay’s ‘Music Of The Spheres’ Tour Lights Up Gillette Stadium July 15 & 16
Coldplay’s ‘Music Of The Spheres’ Tour Lights Up Gillette Stadium July 15 & 16 If your summer playlist includes “Yellow,” “Viva La Vida,” and “A Sky Full of Stars,” you’re in luck: Coldplay is back on tour and ready to make your world brighter. Their “Music of the Spheres” World Tour is returning to North America in 2025, and, yes, they’re hitting Foxboro! The show isn’t just a concert, it’s an experience. Expect glowing wristbands, intergalactic visuals, eco-friendly production, and a setlist that will have you dancing, crying, and probably losing your voice. Visit StubHub, Ticketmaster, and Vivid Seats for tickets before they disappear into the cosmos. July 15…
Famed Christian Singer Accused Of 'Living Double Life,' Sexually Assaulting Several Men: Report Famed Christian Singer Accused Of 'Living Double Life,' Sexually Assaulting Several Men: Report
Famed Christian Singer Accused Of 'Living Double Life,' Sexually Assaulting Several Men: Report Multiple men have accused a former singer from a band often dubbed "the Beatles of Christian music" of sexual assault and drug use spanning decades, according to a new report. Michael Tait, 59, a former member of both DC Talk and the Newsboys, was the subject of a two-year investigation by Christian investigative news outlet The Roys Report. In the report, journalists said they had heard rumors for years, calling it the “worst-kept secret in Nashville.” Now, three men have come forward with sexual assault allegations.  Tait was a prominent member of the hugely popular DC Talk for seve…
Rock Legends Return: The Doobie Brothers Hit The Road In 2025 With Classic Lineup And New Album Rock Legends Return: The Doobie Brothers Hit The Road In 2025 With Classic Lineup And New Album
Rock Legends Return: The Doobie Brothers Hit The Road In 2025 With Classic Lineup And New Album The ’70s were their golden decade, and you couldn’t go anywhere in 1979 without hearing a Doobie Brothers song. From the smooth groove of “What a Fool Believes” to the pulse of “Minute by Minute,” they dominated the charts. In fact, “What a Fool Believes” hit No. 1 and earned the band Grammy Awards for Record of the Year and Song of the Year in 1980. Now, in 2025, they’re hitting the road for the "Walk This Road" Tour, named after their upcoming studio album which is set to be released on June 6 and marks their first with Michael McDonald in over 40 years. The touring lineup reunites McDonal…
Twilight In Concert Tour Reignites The Magic Of Bella And Edward Twilight In Concert Tour Reignites The Magic Of Bella And Edward
Twilight In Concert Tour Reignites The Magic Of Bella And Edward "Twilight" is back in a whole new way.  It's been over 15 years since the movie was first released, but the  soundtrack still trends on wedding playlists and its fanbase remains fiercely loyal. Now, this fall, fans can experience the "Twilight in Concert" tour which aims to captivate fans with a unique live-to-film experience. A 12-piece rock and orchestral ensemble will perform Carter Burwell’s original score live, synchronized with a screening of the 2008 film "Twilight," all under the glow of 1,000 candles. ​ Whether you're Team Edward or Team Jacob, the tour offers an immersi…
Beyoncé Bringing Her Epic Show To MetLife Stadium For Five Huge Nights Beyoncé Bringing Her Epic Show To MetLife Stadium For Five Huge Nights
Beyoncé Bringing Her Epic Show To MetLife Stadium For Five Huge Nights MetLife Stadium is about to become the center of the music universe for many. And it's not too late for you to be there! Beyoncé is bringing her world-famous stage show back to East Rutherford this spring for five massive concerts in May—including over Memorial Day Weekend. These concerts are without a doubt some of the biggest events of the year.  The shows are part of her Cowboy Carter Tour. Beyonce notably won Album of the Year and Best Country Album for Cowboy Carter at the 2025 Grammy Awards. The singer and cultural icon holds the records for most nominations and most Grammies wo…
Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter Headlining Lollapalooza Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter Headlining Lollapalooza
Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter Headlining Lollapalooza This year's Lollapalooza comes with a shot of "Espresso." As long as you have your "Drivers License." Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter are among the headliners for the 2025 Lollapalooza Music Festival in Chicago, running from Thursday, July 31 through Sunday, August 3. Other headliners include Tyler the Creator, Gracie Abrams, Luke Combs and Korn. This is Rodrigo's first time playing the venerable music festival. The "Get Him Back" singer has been on her acclaimed "Guts World Tour," which earned her Touring Artist of the Year honors from Billboard.  Carpenter, who was born in Quakerst…
Quakertown's Sabrina Carpenter Adds Two PA Shows Among New Short n' Sweet Tour Dates Quakertown's Sabrina Carpenter Adds Two PA Shows Among New Short n' Sweet Tour Dates
Quakertown's Sabrina Carpenter Adds Two PA Shows Among New Short n' Sweet Tour Dates If you need another cup of "that me espresso," Sabrina Carpenter will have some for you in the fall. Carpenter is extending her Short n’ Sweet Tour with an additional North American leg, the pop singer announced on Instagram on Thursday, Feb. 27. The new dates include stops in Pittsburgh and New York City. The tour extension comes after the Quakertown, Pennsylvania, native won two Grammys and was nominated for four others on Sunday, Feb. 2. "Can't wait to see you all for one last short n' sweet hurrah," Carpenter posted. View this post on Instagram …
Boston Gets 'Closer' to Nine Inch Nails: Rock Hall-Of-Famers To Perform At TD Garden Boston Gets 'Closer' to Nine Inch Nails: Rock Hall-Of-Famers To Perform At TD Garden
Boston Gets 'Closer' to Nine Inch Nails: Rock Hall-Of-Famers To Perform At TD Garden Nine Inch Nails are heading out on tour for the first time in three years, the rock band said. Nine Inch Nails have announced their long-awaited "Peel It Back Tour 2025", Live Nation said in a news release on Wednesday, Jan. 22. It's the first tour for the band led by singer and composer Trent Reznor since a 2022 tour across the U.S. and the United Kingdom. The group known for 90s alt-rock hits like "Closer" and "The Hand That Feeds" will play throughout Europe in June and July. The first U.S. show will be in Oakland, California, on Wednesday, Aug. 6. Nine Inch Nails will perform at&n…
Yale Students Get in 'Formation' for Beyoncé 101: Report Yale Students Get in 'Formation' for Beyoncé 101: Report
Yale Students Get in 'Formation' for Beyoncé 101: Report Blue Ivy's mom is going Ivy League. Yale University will teach a class on Beyoncé and her cultural impact beginning next semester, a report said.  The class, which is called “Beyoncé Makes History: Black Radical Tradition, History, Culture, Theory & Politics through Music,” will focus on using the "Single Ladies" singer's work as a lens to study Black history, performance, and intellectual thought, according to Yale Daily News, an independent student newspaper.  Professor Daphne Brooks will lead the class.  The Yale course centers around Beyoncé’s gro…
Beyoncé Leads 2025 Grammy Nominees, Up-And-Coming Virginia Artist in the Spotlight Beyoncé Leads 2025 Grammy Nominees, Up-And-Coming Virginia Artist in the Spotlight
Beyoncé Leads 2025 Grammy Nominees, Up-And-Coming Virginia Artist in the Spotlight The 2025 Grammy nominations are out, and once again, Virginia artists made a strong showing alongside Beyoncé, who leads this year’s list with 11 nominations for her latest album, Cowboy Carter.  Woodbridge native Shaboozey, an emerging rapper and singer-songwriter, is up for Best New Artist, one of the Grammys' most prestigious categories, while his breakout single, A Bar Song (Tipsy), which peaked atop the Billboard Hot 100 has earned him further acclaim with nominations for Song of the Year and Country Song of the Year. Shaboozey was also nominated for Best Country Solo Perform…
Grammy Nominations 2025 Announced, These NJ Artists Are Shining Bright Grammy Nominations 2025 Announced, These NJ Artists Are Shining Bright
Grammy Nominations 2025 Announced, These NJ Artists Are Shining Bright Two of New Jersey’s music stars are shining bright in the 2025 Grammy nominations. Nominations for the at the 67th annual ceremony were announced Friday, Nov. 8. The Grammy Awards will be held on February 2, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, honoring music released between September 2023 and August 2024.  The following nominees have Garden State ties: SZA, 34: The R&B powerhouse from Maplewood who recently bought a pizza lunch for hundreds of high schoolers, has earned several major Grammy nods, including Best R&B Song for her hit “Saturn.” Known f…
Grammy 2025: Taylor Swift, Post Malone Among Nominees With Pennsylvania Connections Grammy 2025: Taylor Swift, Post Malone Among Nominees With Pennsylvania Connections
Grammy 2025: Taylor Swift, Post Malone Among Nominees With Pennsylvania Connections Several artists with ties to Pennsylvania are among the nominees for the 2025 Grammy Awards, announced today, showcasing the state's powerful influence on the music industry. From hometown pop icons like Taylor Swift to collaborations that span genres, Pennsylvania's imprint is undeniable in this year's top categories. The 2025 Grammy nominations, announced Friday, Nov. 8, feature several artists with connections to Pennsylvania. Notably: Taylor Swift, 34: Born in Reading and raised in Wyomissing, Swift has secured multiple nominations, including Album of the Year for "The Tortured Poets D…
Grammy Winning Violinist Performs At East Rutherford Restaurant Grammy Winning Violinist Performs At East Rutherford Restaurant
Grammy Winning Violinist Performs At East Rutherford Restaurant Want to see one of the newest Grammy winners? All you have to do is head right to a restaurant in Bergen County. Lorenza Ponce is the in-house violinist at Elia Mediterranean Restaurant in East Rutherford, performing there regularly. Ponce won a Grammy for Best New Age, Ambient or Chant Album, for her work on the LP "So She Howls." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lorenza Ponce (@lorenzaponce) The Grammy winner is no stranger to Garden State music, serving as Jon Bon Jovi's violinist in his acoustic group.  LorenzaPonce She h…
Grammy Awards: Graduate, Faculty Members Of Purchase College Win Big Grammy Awards: Graduate, Faculty Members Of Purchase College Win Big
Grammy Awards: Graduate, Faculty Members Of Purchase College Win Big A graduate and two faculty members from a college in Westchester are among the winners of the 2024 GRAMMY Awards.  Purchase College alum Samara Joy as well as faculty members Nicole Zuraitis and Silas Brown each took home awards during the ceremony, held on Sunday, Feb. 4 in Los Angeles, California.  Joy, who graduated from Purchase in 2021, won her third award for Best Jazz Performance for her song "Tight," which she self-produced. This is not her first rodeo, as Joy also won Best New Artist and Best New Jazz Vocal Album in 2023.  Zuraitis, a Lectur…
Comedian Kathy Griffin Set To Perform Stand-Up Show In Westchester Comedian Kathy Griffin Set To Perform Stand-Up Show In Westchester
Comedian Kathy Griffin Set To Perform Stand-Up Show In Westchester Comedian Kathy Griffin will swing through New York on her second US tour since being “canceled” in the wake of her infamous photo scandal. The 63-year-old Emmy winner is set to perform two shows in the Empire State as part of her new stand-up tour, “My Life on the PTSD List.” Griffin will first play in Westchester County, at Tarrytown’s Music Hall at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 22. After that she’ll appear on Long Island, at Huntington’s Paramount theater at 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 24. It marks the second major US tour for Griffin since she was all but blacklisted from the entertainment in…
Carnegie Mellon Grad, Broadway Star Patina Miller Runs NYC Marathon Carnegie Mellon Grad, Broadway Star Patina Miller Runs NYC Marathon
Carnegie Mellon Grad, Broadway Star Patina Miller Runs NYC Marathon Another New York City marathon is under way, and Carnegie Mellon grad Patina Miller is among the nearly 50,000 runners — 16 of whom are celebs. The Grammy and Tony Award winning actress and singer signed up to run her second 26.2-mile TCS New York City Marathon Sunday, Nov. 5. As of 12:07 p.m., Miller was 19.5 miles in. Miller, 38, rose to fame alongside Deloris Van Cartier in the production of "Sister Act," for which she was nominated for Laurence Olivier and Tony awards.  She won her first Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her lead role in the 2013 Broadway rev…
Popstar Pink Visits Hersheypark Disguised As Mario Popstar Pink Visits Hersheypark Disguised As Mario
Popstar Pink Visits Hersheypark Disguised As Mario It was not "Me Mario" hanging out at the so-called "Sweetest Place on Earth" over the weekend, it was the three-time Grammy-winning pop star Pink.  Pink, who grew up in Doylestown where she went by her real name Alecia Moore, was outfitted with the disguise by her husband, who also bought similar glasses disguises of Batman and Bluey for their kiddos.  The 44-year-old mom of two posted some videos and photos of the undercover visit on her Instagram.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by P!NK (@pink) In the video, she poked fun at her…
Maryland's Toni Braxton To Shine With Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame Maryland's Toni Braxton To Shine With Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame
Maryland's Toni Braxton To Shine With Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame Maryland's Toni Braxton is among a number of celebrities who recently learned they'll be getting a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Born in Severn, the 55-year-old R&B singer has won seven Grammy Awards, nine Billboard Music Awards, seven American Music Awards, and has sold more than 70 million records worldwide. Braxton began singing with her her four sisters in the 1980s as The Braxtons. She would ultimately go on to become best known for her songs "Un-Break My Heart," "He Wasn't Man Enough," and "You're Making Me High." Click here for the complete list of newest celebs to be gett…
Music Where Your Heart Lives: The Mighty Keb' Mo' Headed Toward BergenPAC Music Where Your Heart Lives: The Mighty Keb' Mo' Headed Toward BergenPAC
Music Where Your Heart Lives: The Mighty Keb' Mo' Headed Toward BergenPAC Keb' Mo' is peaking once more. Playing with a stellar backing trio -- a nimble-fingered keyboardist and a rhythm section tighter than a clam -- he's shredding again, picking deftly again, melding sexy blues, bounce, swing and just-plain-funky licks with that sweet-sweet roots music that hits that warm spot where your heart lives. And he's bringing it all back to BergenPAC in Englewood on June 16. It's always a party with Kevin Roosevelt Moore, but his latest tour is much more. The setlist sequencing is superb (even when he goes rogue) and his soulful combo is equally effective in adding a…
Viral TikTokers To Join Riverdance For NJ Performances Viral TikTokers To Join Riverdance For NJ Performances
Viral TikTokers To Join Riverdance For NJ Performances Right on time for St. Paddy's Day, Riverdance is coming to New Jersey — and it's bringing TikTok sensations along for the ride.  The Irish dance production that boasts a Grammy Award-winning score will run perform five times at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) from Friday, March 10 through Sunday, March 12. The shows are sponsored by M&T Bank. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Riverdance (@riverdance) Joining the cast will be  TikTok sensations Matthew and Michael Gardiner and Morgan Bullock, whose performance of …
Grammy Nomination Likely First Of Many For Acclaimed Massachusetts Musician Grammy Nomination Likely First Of Many For Acclaimed Massachusetts Musician
Grammy Nomination Likely First Of Many For Acclaimed Massachusetts Musician Matt Cusson remembers the exact moment he learned about his first-ever Grammy nomination.  The Berkshires native was at his parent’s house in Pittsfield with his 2-year-old daughter when his phone started blowing up on November 15, 2022. “I just got a ton of texts saying, ‘Congratulations,” the musician told Daily Voice. “Then I remembered all the nominees were announced [that] morning.” Cusson then called his wife to tell her the good news while she was away for work in New York City. Once she caught wind of her husband’s nomination, she instantly put her job on hold. “I called her, an…
The Wolves More Than Survive: Los Lobos Celebrate 50 Years With Upcoming NJ College Gig The Wolves More Than Survive: Los Lobos Celebrate 50 Years With Upcoming NJ College Gig
The Wolves More Than Survive: Los Lobos Celebrate 50 Years With Upcoming NJ College Gig Like the characters in many of their songs, Los Lobos remain humble but proud. “Thank you for still liking us,” guitarist César Rojas will often tell audiences. The original five Wolves not only have survived: They are at a high point artistically as they begin a year-long celebration of what will be a half-century of performing when they come to Kean University on Feb. 18, 2023. Not bad for “just another band” that started out playing mariachi for weddings and barrio parties in East L.A. The cross-cultural multiple Grammy winners would've been a fairly sizable success on their own even …
Graduate Of Purchase College Nominated For 2 Grammy Awards Graduate Of Purchase College Nominated For 2 Grammy Awards
Graduate Of Purchase College Nominated For 2 Grammy Awards A graduate of a college in Westchester has been nominated for two major Grammy Awards.  Samara Joy, who graduated from Purchase College in 2021, has been nominated for both Best New Artist and Best New Jazz Vocal Album for her second album, Linger Awhile, according to an announcement by the college from Wednesday, Nov. 16.  Joy is known for introducing a younger generation to jazz standards through her albums and on Tik Tok, where she has over 196k followers, according to Purchase College officials.  Additionally, in February 2022, Joy appeared on the TODAY show perform…
Grammy Winning Rapper Spotted At PA Restaurant 3 Days In A Row Grammy Winning Rapper Spotted At PA Restaurant 3 Days In A Row
Grammy Winning Rapper Spotted At PA Restaurant 3 Days In A Row While touring with multi-Grammy winner Post Malone, another Grammy award-winning rapper has been stopping by a central Pennsylvania restaurant to feed his spicey food needs.  Spice Kings Kitchen in Lancaster recently shared that 23-year-old rising rap star, Roddy Ricch, has frequented the restaurant not once or twice, but three times in a row! The "Ballin'" chart-topper's favorite dish has been "the fried shrimp and Chicken Hibachi xtra chicken with our Exclusive fresh squeezed Purp Lemonades," the Kitchen shared on its Instagram. View this post on Instagram …