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).
Bennett Kelly reports on music for New Brunswick Today. He is a two-time winner of the Best Arts & Entertainment Coverage award from the NJ Society of Professional Journalists, for his features on the New Brunswick music scene in 2021 and 2022.
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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.
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New Café on Robinson Street Greets Patrons with Live Music, Pastries and More
New venues opening in the Hub City offer live performances to attract passersby through their doors.
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Memories From The Melody, Part 2: The 1990’s
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.
