Funk, bluegrass legends to perform

From indie-pop to classic rock, Sussex County venues will be full of tunes this week.

Friday, March 22

McQ’s Pub at Lake Lenape, 165 Andover Sparta Road, Newton, will host the talented Barry McArdle at 6 p.m.

At 6:30 p.m., Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub, 23 White Deer Plaza, Sparta, welcomes the DnA duo to its stage for an enchanting performance.

Catch the electrifying return of Milo Z at 7 p.m. at the Stanhope House, 45 Main St. Fans may immerse themselves in the infectious beats of this New York City funk band, renowned for its patented original music dubbed “Razzamofunk!” by none other than Carson Daly. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door.

To test your music knowledge and win exciting prizes, Milk Street Distillery, 1 Milk St., Branchville, offers Music Bingo starting at 7 p.m.

Blue Arrow Farm, 86 Glenwood Road, Pine Island, N.Y., hosts New York’s Finest at 7 p.m., performing all of the best songs of the Police and Sting.

Brick & Brew, 27 Route 23, Franklin, welcomes the Str8up Band at 7 p.m. Known for its eclectic mix of multi-genre tunes, the group guarantees a fun-filled night of music and dancing.

To end the night on a high note, O’Reilly’s, 271 Spring St., Newton, invites you to join its karaoke session starting at 9 p.m.

Saturday, March 23

Enjoy the soothing sounds of singer-songwriter Erika Sherger at 4 p.m. as Angry Erik Brewing, 2 Camre Drive. Newton.

Geoff Doubleday will grace the stage at 7 p.m. at McQ’s Pub for an evening of rhythmic melodies.

At the Stanhope House, Kinderhook takes the spotlight at 7 p.m. Known for its dynamic performances and infectious energy, the band promises an unforgettable night of music. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door.

Brick & Brew welcomes back Sick Star Nation at 7 p.m., offering its signature blend of high-energy covers.

Classic rock enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Snake Oil Willie Band’s performance at Milk Street Distillery at 7 p.m.

For bluegrass aficionados, the highlight of the evening belongs to the Del McCoury Band, gracing the stage of the Newton Theatre, 234 Spring St., at 8 p.m. With a career spanning nearly 80 years, McCoury is a living legend in the world of bluegrass music. Tickets start at $49 and may be purchased at skypac.org

Rounding off the night at 9 p.m., O’Reilly’s Pub welcomes Vera and the Force, performing their rockin’ tunes.

Sunday, March 24

Skylands Craft Beer & Wine Garden, 447 Route 284, Wantage, features the Dave & John Acoustic duo at 2 p.m., performing their upbeat and feel-good tunes.

Hear the soulful tunes of singer-songwriter Bill Ruddy at 2:30 p.m. at Angry Erik Brewing.

Wednesday, March 27

At 5 p.m., McQ’s Pub presents Sean Henry’s Wednesday favorites so the audience can unwind to a selection of crowd-pleasing tunes.

For those looking to dance the night away, Blue Arrow Farm hosts Danny C’s ‘80s dance party at 5 p.m. Complete with ‘80s dress-up and April’s golden ticket VIP raffle, the event promises to be a nostalgic blast from the past with a performance by Georgia 5.

The Homestead Rest, 294 N. Church Road, Sparta, welcomes music fans to showcase their talents at Ray Sikora’s karaoke night starting at 6:30 p.m.

Raul Malo of the Mavericks will take centerstage at the Newton Theatre at 8 p.m. With his genre-defying style and captivating stage presence, Malo promises an unforgettable night of music. Tickets start at $39 and may be purchased at skypac.org

Thursday, March 28

Starting at 6 p.m., the Homestead Rest invites patrons to enjoy another installment of its acoustic open mic night, with sign-ups starting at 5:30 p.m.

At 6:30 p.m., the Early American Tavern, 9 Main St., Sussex, sets the stage for an evening of country tunes with Matt Gillert.

For a more eclectic experience, Brick & Brew invites guests to join JP of PS Xperiment for his “Anything Goes” night at 7 p.m. Whether it’s karaoke, open mic performances or a solo appearance by JP, this event promises to keep guests entertained throughout the evening.

At 8 p.m., O’Reilly’s Pub hosts its Music Bingo night - another opportunity to test your skills and win prizes!

Starting at 9 p.m., Krogh’s hosts a very special performance by Todd Sheaffer, the singer-songwriter of From Good Homes and Railroad Earth. Fans may expect an unforgettable performance from this musical legend of Sussex County. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased online at eventbrite.com

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