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Makin Waves
@makinwaves.bsky.social
Covering the NJ music scene like a blanket since 1988.
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The Makin Waves Song of the Week is “Erase the Command,” an anthemic track off Jersey Shore-based The Azures’ sophomore LP, “Among the Deranged.” @makinwaves.bsky.social
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Erase the Command" by The Azures
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Erase the Command," an anthemic track off Jersey Shore-based The Azures' sophomore LP, "Among the Deranged."
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November 14, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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The Makin Waves Song of the Week is “Hope,” an anthemic single that fights hate released by REDBIRD Flying Solo, aka Jersey Shore singer-songwriter Danielle Marrone. @makinwaves.bsky.social
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Hope" by REDBIRD Flying Solo
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Hope," an anthemic single that fights hate released by REDBIRD Flying Solo, aka Jersey Shore singer-songwriter Danielle Marrone.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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The Makin Waves Song of the Week is “Erase the Command,” an anthemic track off Jersey Shore-based The Azures’ sophomore LP, “Among the Deranged.”
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Erase the Command" by The Azures
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Erase the Command," an anthemic track off Jersey Shore-based The Azures' sophomore LP, "Among the Deranged."
www.newjerseystage.com
November 14, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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Veteran VooDUDES front man Andy Bernstein’s third solo outing, "Tellin' Myself Weird Li’l Stories," on Deko Entertainment/ADA Warner Music, marks the recorded debut of his new band, AndyB.AND SoulFolk.

Bob Makin talks with Andy in this month's @makinwaves.bsky.social interview
Makin Waves with Andy B.AND SoulFolk: Weird Little Stories
Veteran VooDUDES front man Andy Bernstein’s third solo outing, "Tellin' Myself Weird Li’l Stories," on Deko Entertainment/ADA Warner Music, marks the recorded debut of his new band, AndyB.AND SoulFolk...
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November 9, 2025 at 2:10 PM
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Lakewood-raised Makin Waves Award-winning bassist Dan Haase pays tribute to his hometown with “Case Road.”

Dan’s debut single as a singer-songwriter is the Makin Waves Song of the Week. @makinwaves.bsky.social
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Case Road" by Dan Haase
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Case Road," the debut single by Makin Waves Award-winning bassist Dan Haase, who soon will release his solo debut album as a singer-songwriter.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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The Cowsills Acoustic Trio will perform Nov. 2 at AvenelPAC in the Avenel section of Woodbridge. The band featuring teen siblings Bill, Bob, Barry, John, Susan, and Paul in tandem with mom Barbara was the real-life inspiration behind “The Partridge Family” tv show ... @makinwaves.bsky.social
Makin Waves with The Cowsills: 'Musical Family'
The Cowsills, the real-life inspiration behind the hit television series "The Partridge Family," featuring teen siblings Bill, Bob, Barry, John, Susan, and Paul in tandem with mom Barbara, were one of...
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October 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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The Makin Waves Song of the Week is “Pumpkin Man,“ the opening track of Jersey singer-songwriter Greg Amici’s new album “Tragicomic.” @makinwaves.bsky.social
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Pumpkin Man" by Greg Amici
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Pumpkin Man," the opening track of Jersey singer-songwriter Greg Amici's new album "Tragicomic."
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October 17, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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The Makin Waves Song of the Week is “Lie Fight (The Truth)” by the local supergroup Dinosaur Stampede, which features members of Motel Shootout and Rollins Band. @makinwaves.bsky.social
​​​​​​​Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Lie Fight (The Truth)" by Dinosaur Stampede
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Lie Fight (The Truth)" by the local supergroup Dinosaur Stampede, which features members of Motel Shootout and Rollins Band.
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October 24, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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The Makin Waves Song of the Week is “I Knew You Well” from “See It Through,” the solo debut album from Hunterdon County-raised rocker Scott McDonald on Bongo Boy Records. @makinwaves.bsky.social
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "I Knew You Well" by Scott McDonald
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "I Knew You Well" from "See It Through," the solo debut album from Hunterdon County-raised rocker Scott McDonald on Bongo Boy Records.
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October 31, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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Tune into the latest episode of Radio Jersey - 10/31/25 Halloween Weekend and Bob Makin's Song of the Week
Radio Jersey on The Penguin Rocks
A radio program that plays only NJ music every day hosted by Lee Mrowicki. It covers everything from Sinatra to Springsteen, showcasing the Garden State like never before.
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October 31, 2025 at 10:05 PM
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The magic of Local Summer has been captured by Asbury Park singer-songwriter Blaise with his new single and video, “Tan Lines.”

His label debut for Shore Points Records is the Makin Waves Song of the Week. @makinwaves.bsky.social
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Tan Lines" by Blaise
The magic of Local Summer has been captured by Asbury Park singer-songwriter Blaise with his new single and video, "Tan Lines."
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September 5, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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The Makin Waves Song of the Week is a cover of John Lennon’s “Oh Yoko” by Joe Normal. @makinwaves.bsky.social
​​​​​​​Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Oh Yoko" by Joe Normal
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is a cover of John Lennon's "Oh Yoko" by Joe Normal.
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September 12, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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The Makin Waves Song of the Week is “Liar,” the first of four singles from and the title track of Asbury Park-based Hollow Heroes’ forthcoming sophomore EP. @makinwaves.bsky.social
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Liar" by Hollow Heroes
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Liar," the first of four singles from and the title track of Asbury Park-based Hollow Heroes' forthcoming sophomore EP.
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September 26, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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Acclaimed Jersey Shore singer-songwriter-producer and multi-instrumentalist Arlan Feiles once again performed in Europe, this time in support of “Diaspora,” his sixth album on his own notpop records.
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Makin Waves with Arlan Feiles: 'Peace Now!'
A winner of several Makin Waves and other awards, including Best Music Video at the recent Mesa International Film Festival, Jersey Shore singer-songwriter-producer and multi-instrumentalist Arlan Fei...
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October 1, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Reverb Pedal," the final of three singles from "Museum of Modern History," the brand new Mint 400 Records sophomore album from Highland Park-based San Tropez. @makinwaves.bsky.social
​​​​​​​Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Reverb Pedal" by San Tropez
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Reverb Pedal," the final of three singles from "Museum of Modern History," the brand new Mint 400 Records sophomore album from Highland Park-based San Tropez.
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October 3, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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The Makin Waves Song of the Week is “When It Rains,“ the latest single from Jersey Shore-raised singer-songwriter James Deely. @makinwaves.bsky.social
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "When It Rains" by James Deely
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "When It Rains," the latest single from Jersey Shore-raised singer-songwriter James Deely.
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October 10, 2025 at 11:24 AM
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Makin Waves with James Mastro: 'The Passenger'

Bob talks with the Hoboken legend whose photography is shown in an exhibit at 503 Social Club called "The Passenger” that runs until November 23rd. @makinwaves.bsky.social
Makin Waves with James Mastro: 'The Passenger'
Best known as a world-touring musician, Jersey legend James Mastro shares images from his travels with a unique perspective in "The Passenger." The photography exhibit has an opening reception on Oct....
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October 15, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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The Makin Waves Song of the Week is “New Years at the Airport” from Yawn Mower’s brand new sophomore LP, “I Just Can’t Wait to Die,” on Mint 400 Records. @makinwaves.bsky.social @mint400records.bsky.social
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "New Years at the Airport" by Yawn Mower
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "New Years at the Airport" from Yawn Mower's brand new sophomore LP, "I Just Can't Wait to Die," on Mint 400 Records.
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August 29, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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Laurie Berkner will perform in support of her new single and video, "Hello River," and recent "Greatest Hits" album on Oct. 5 at URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center.

@makinwaves.bsky.social interviews the kiddie rocker, who got her musical start in late 1980s New Brunswick rock bands...
Makin Waves with Laurie Berkner: Exciting Kids' Imaginations
Laurie Berkner will perform in support of her new single and video, "Hello River," and recent "Greatest Hits" album on Oct. 5 at URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center.
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September 1, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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Laurie Berkner will perform in support of her new single and video, "Hello River," and recent "Greatest Hits" album on Oct. 5 at URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center.

Bob Makin interviews the kindie rocker, who got her musical start in the late 1980s playing in New Brunswick rock bands...
Makin Waves with Laurie Berkner: Exciting Kids' Imaginations
Laurie Berkner will perform in support of her new single and video, "Hello River," and recent "Greatest Hits" album on Oct. 5 at URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center.
www.newjerseystage.com
September 1, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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When I was kid going to Point Pleasant Beach High School in the late ’70s and early ’80s, there was a band that made us feel like we had our own personal rock stars: Wonderspace...

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Makin Waves with Dean DeLeo: 'Lessons Learned'
​​​​​​​When I was kid going to Point Pleasant Beach High School in the late '70s and early '80s, there was a band that made us feel like we had our own personal rock stars: Wonderspace. They were an a...
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July 16, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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The Beagles with Joy have dropped their final single from "Soul on Fire (Love Songs For Grown Ups)," their forthcoming debut album on Stoned Squirrel Records.

“We’re All Alone” is the Makin Waves Song of the Week. @makinwaves.bsky.social
Makin Waves Song of the Week:"We’re All Alone" by The Beagles with Joy
The Beagles with Joy have dropped their final single from "Soul on Fire (Love Songs For Grown Ups)," their forthcoming debut album on Stoned Squirrel Records.
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July 18, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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The Makin Waves Song of the Week is “Endless Drool” by The NEW Bardots. @makinwaves.bsky.social
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Endless Drool" by The NEW Bardots
From The NEW Bardots' newest full-length album, "Endless Drool," comes the new single and title track, a hard-edge rocker with all the toppings! It's the Makin Waves Song of the Week.
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July 25, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Girl Next Door" by Greg Amici
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Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Girl Next Door" by Greg Amici
Central Jersey singer-songwriter Greg Amici has penned a love letter to the unsung heroes of the music industry.
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August 1, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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​​​​​​Sayreville-raised, Bethlehem, Pa.-based singer-songwriter-guitarist-percussionist Dina Hall has been working hard in support of her recent debut album, "Firefly."

The dream-inspired track “Hero” is the Makin Waves Song of the Week. @makinwaves.bsky.social
Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Hero" by Dina Hall
​​​​​​​Sayreville-raised, Bethlehem, Pa.-based singer-songwriter-guitarist-percussionist Dina Hall has been working hard in support of her recent debut album, "Firefly." The dream-inspired track “Her...
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August 8, 2025 at 1:11 PM