In my spare time, I listen to music (I have a large CD and vinyl record library). I walk, and I work out at the gym. I enjoy books with cool characters and clever plotlines (Stephen King, for example). And, I'm turning my dirtbike into an on-road motorcycle. So look out, here I come! Feel free to visit The Night Shift's Facebook page for lots of album covers and other cool stuff as a companion to the show.
Craig Allen
NJ COVID-19 workers: Here’s your Thank You sign
We say it all the time.
Thank you.
But, it just doesn't feel like that's enough.
More than words are needed at times like this.
So, whether you are deemed "essential," and are on the front lines, or are doing your part by staying home, staying safe...
Bon Jovi in the news and in Craig Allen’s music library
New Jersey music has been in the news, and on the air with increasing "frequency" lately, due to COVID-19.
Specifically, Bon Jovi music.
With Jon Bon Jovi taking part in the "Jersey 4 Jersey" TV pandemic awareness and support program.
And, with Bon Jovi announcing the cancellation of their summer concert tour...
COVID-19: Please don’t take my spring and summer away
Spring has sprung, on more than the calendar in New Jersey.
Each year, there are events in my personal and professional life that just mean Spring and Summer.
I hope that I/we don't lose:
My neighborhood Tractor Race over Memorial Day weekend
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Craig Allen’s neighborhood is slowly coming back to life
I live in a very friendly, active neighborhood.
COVID-19 changed that overnight, as we all became shut-ins.
But, as the weeks drag on, there are small signs of of renewal.
First, Cornershow Bob, and Ginni, strung up some Christmas lights, and the smiles started to spread...
Make Craig Allen’s blonde brownies (recipe)
These brownies are easy to make ... and so good.
It’s Christmas in Craig Allen’s neighborhood
Well, kinda.
In the past few days, people across New Jersey (and the nation) have been putting up Christmas lights, to spread some joy at these...difficult times.
Regular readers of my articles here at nj1015.com know that each Christmas season, there is a "friendly" Christmas lights competition in my neighborhood...
Record Store Day in NJ moves to June
It's springtime in New Jersey.
For me, National Record Store Day, in New Jersey, is a rite of spring.
And, while the novel coronavirus has caused numerous cancellations (to put it mildly), it is merely postponing this day that means so much to those of us who love vinyl...
Random photos from everyday Jersey life
I always have my "camera" with me.
It's been a while since I went through what's in there...
So, Let's GO:
Til next "random" time..."See ya, bye!"
When Craig Allen met Corey Hart
I've told this story on-air on New Jersey 101.5, and on "The Night Shift with Craig Allen"...but haven't written about it, til now.
So, it's 1988, and Corey Hart is in Trenton to support his latest hit.
I'm working at WPST (now, New Jersey 101...
Craig Allen’s Fun Facts: Corey Hart “Sunglasses At Night”
"Sunglasses At Night" is one of those instantly recognizable songs from the 1980's...
...and it is one of "Jersey's Greatest Hits."
Of course.
At the time that starry-eyed 19-year old Corey Hart was putting the finishing touches on his first album, "Sunglasses" wasn't even a thought...