Master keyboardist, guitarists on stages
MUSIC. Newton Theatre shows feature the Nelson twins and a tribute to rock band Genesis.
| 19 Jan 2025 | 05:56
The Acoustic Wolves perform Saturday night at Skylands Craft Beer & Wine Garden in Wantage. (Photo courtesy of the Acoustic Wolves)
‘The Genesis Show,’ a tribute to the iconic 1976 ‘A Trick of the Tail’ tour, is Saturday night at the Newton Theatre. (Photo courtesy of Tyler Steinbronn)
Friday, Jan. 24
Brian McLoughlin brings his acoustic set to the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, at 6 p.m.
Simultaneously, local favorite Barry McArdle will perform at McQ’s Pub at Lake Lenape, 165 Andover Sparta Road, Newton.
Julia Kirk takes the stage at 6:30 p.m. at Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub, 23 White Deer Plaza, Sparta. Known for her soulful acoustic covers, Kirk’s jazzy approach spans R&B, soul, classic rock and top 40 hits, influenced by her global travels.
The Andrea Nies Duo will entertain with beloved cover songs at 7 p.m. at Brick & Brew, 27 Route 23, Franklin.
For blues enthusiasts, the TeeVee Allstars Blues Invitational starts at 7:30 p.m. at Blue Arrow Farm, 86 Glenwood Road, Pine Island, N.Y. It features renowned keyboardist Dave Keyes, whose decades-long career includes collaborations with blues and roots legends. Tickets may be purchased online at bluearrowfarm.com
At 8 p.m., the Newton Theatre, 234 Spring St., hosts “A Night of Nelsons,” showcasing the multi-platinum harmonies and storytelling of Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, heirs to a century-long musical dynasty. Tickets may be purchased online at skypac.org
Saturday, Jan. 25
Bill Ruddy kicks off the afternoon with acoustic rock and country at 4 p.m. at Angry Erik Brewing, 2 Camre Drive, Newton.
Sue Polcer captivates with her piano tunes at the Lafayette House, starting at 6 p.m.
The Acoustic Wolves bring a mix of guitar, mandolin and violin to Skylands Craft Beer & Wine Garden, 447 Route 284, Wantage, at 6:30 p.m.
Geoff Doubleday provides the grooves at McQ’s Pub at 7 p.m.
The Miss Demeanor Band rocks Brick & Brew with its party-ready covers at the same time.
“The Genesis Show” starts at 8 p.m. at the Newton Theatre. It is a tribute to the iconic 1976 “A Trick of the Tail” tour, complete with era-accurate performances and vintage gear.
Sunday, Jan. 26
Dylan Little takes the stage at 2 p.m. at Skylands Craft Beer & Wine Garden, delivering a solo set,
John Stanley brings classic rock hits from the ’60s to the ’90s to Angry Erik Brewing at 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 29
Danny C’s Wednesday Night Concert Series, featuring the Harrisons, begins at 6 p.m. at Blue Arrow Farm.
For those who prefer a sing-along vibe, Ray Sikora hosts karaoke night at 6:30 p.m. at the Homestead Rest, 294 N. Church Road, Sparta.
Thursday, Jan. 30
Marc Rizzo and Mike Lawlor, two master guitarists, will captivate audiences at Krogh’s starting at 6:30 p.m.. They blend instrumental jazz-rock for a genre-defying performance.
Send information to Stefani at themicnj@gmail.com