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As NJ Music Scene Comes Back to Life, The Court Tavern Stays Silent

Avatar photoby Bennett KellyNovember 4, 2021May 28, 2022

As the New Jersey music scene comes back to life, and “The Hub” takes center stage in New Brunswick, whither its neighbor, the Court Tavern?

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Music Video Filmed Inside Hub City Record Store Shines Light on Hip Hop Scene

Avatar photoby Bennett KellyAugust 18, 2021August 18, 2021

It was lights, camera, action inside Spina Records here on Easton Avenue for the filming of performing artist Jahan Nostra’s “Dedication” soon-to-be-released music video.

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End of An Era: The Final Years of New Brunswick’s Melody Bar

Avatar photoby Bennett KellyJuly 20, 2021May 28, 2022

Part three of New Brunswick Today’s look back at the Melody Bar examines the bar’s final chapter, from 2000 to 2004.

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New Downtown Book Shop Hosts Day of Musical Performances and Art

Avatar photoby Bennett KellyJuly 10, 2021May 28, 2022

The Hidden Gems Literary Emporium, which drew hundreds of patrons to its outdoor grand opening in June on Morris Street, is back with its second free community event on July 11 from 1-5 p.m.

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Memories From The Melody, Part 2: The 1990’s

Avatar photoby Bennett KellyMay 20, 2021May 28, 2022

During the 1990’s, the dormant rock’n’roll scene would experience a revival, and the Melody Bar would gain international renown alongside its most popular DJ, Matt Pinfield.

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A Tough Act to Follow: Little Dipper Revisits 1990’s Hub City Rock Scene

Avatar photoby Bennett KellyApril 2, 2021April 3, 2021

In a December interview with New Brunswick Today, the members of Little Dipper discussed the old venues, the band’s history and their new EP, “The Lines That Divide Us,” released on March 31.

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20 Years After Its Sudden Closure, New Brunswick Still Remembers The Melody Bar

Avatar photoby Bennett KellyMarch 20, 2021May 28, 2022

Twenty years ago, on March 20, 2001, patrons showed up outside the Melody Bar at 106 French Street, expecting to dance nostalgic to the 1980’s tunes that Tuesdays nights at the club were known for.

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