A 50-year-old record dedicated to the people of New Brunswick includes a tune that became a national hit: Looking Glass’ “Brandy (You’re A Fine Girl)”
Ben Kelly reports on music for New Brunswick Today. In 2022, he won the first place award for Best Arts & Entertainment Coverage for his coverage of the New Brunswick music scene, from the NJ Society of Professional Journalists.
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Mural Inside St. Peter’s Church Bell Tower Renewed For The Holidays
New Brunswick’s newest mural is in a prominent, albeit hidden location: inside the bell tower at St. Peter the Apostle University & Community Parish.
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Legendary Smithereens Prepare For Grand Opening Concert at Carteret Arts Center
On Saturday, December 4, the Smithereens will play once again in Middlesex County, in their hometown of Carteret for the official Grand Opening concert of the Carteret Performing Arts & Event Center (CPAC).
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As NJ Music Scene Comes Back to Life, The Court Tavern Stays Silent
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
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
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
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.
