Born and raised in New Jersey, I am proud to play Jersey's Favorite Hits on Saturday afternoon from 3 to 7 p.m., and Sunday night from 7 p.m. to midnight. Along with writing for NJ1015.com, I do a lot of "behind the scenes" work at the station. 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 NJ Traffic North and South, here I come!
Craig Allen
What’s the weirdest breakfast cereal you’ve seen in NJ
Obviously, breakfast is big business in New Jersey.
No too long ago, I was reading that millennials weren't that into the "traditional" breakfast...and there was a fear that this might mean the end of the traditional cereal aisle.
I'm thinking that "forecast&qu…
No too long ago, I was reading that millennials weren't that into the "traditional" breakfast...and there was a fear that this might mean the end of the traditional cereal aisle.
I'm thinking that "forecast&qu…
Craig Allen says: ‘Meet the Pretenders’
The Pretenders are an English and American rock band formed in Hereford England, in the spring of 1978. The original band lineup included founder and main songwriter Chrissie Hynde (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), James Honeyman-Scott (lead guitar, backing vocals, keyboards), Pete F…
Jersey’s Greatest Foreigner Hits on 8 Track
In my travels across the Great Garden State, I recently came across a treasure-trove of "ancient technology!"
Audiophiles are re-discovering the "warmth" of vinyl.
And even the cassette is making a (slight) comeback due to the fact that it's so "retro.…
Audiophiles are re-discovering the "warmth" of vinyl.
And even the cassette is making a (slight) comeback due to the fact that it's so "retro.…
Craig Allen’s Bacon Soup is great on a NJ winter weekend
On a cold, snowy day (or night), what you want...what you NEED...is a bowl or mug of hot soup!
I'm one of those guys that says: "Everything is better with bacon!"
Including soup!
This soup is delicious...hearty and warm...and easy to make...
I'm one of those guys that says: "Everything is better with bacon!"
Including soup!
This soup is delicious...hearty and warm...and easy to make...
Craig Allen’s Quick and Easy Hamburger Soup
You've just been "Freezin' For A Reason."
Now, you want to unwind, and warm up with some fast and easy, hearty, comfort food.
I'd like to suggest the "Hamburger Soup" that I just...threw together!
Remember, I said quick and easy, so I am cutting corner…
Now, you want to unwind, and warm up with some fast and easy, hearty, comfort food.
I'd like to suggest the "Hamburger Soup" that I just...threw together!
Remember, I said quick and easy, so I am cutting corner…
Craig Allen’s Random Photos of Jersey Life
As I've been saying over the years, here at nj1015.com, my camera is always with me...
...on my travels across the Great Garden State.
I've been storing "Jersey Views" for awhile, so...
...let's 'hit the road!'
Hello...
...on my travels across the Great Garden State.
I've been storing "Jersey Views" for awhile, so...
...let's 'hit the road!'
Hello...
Try Craig Allen’s Pecan Bars
This is fast becoming another family favorite dessert!
Pecan Bars are relatively easy to make...
The only down side is:
Have you checked the price of pecans lately? I got..."sticker shock" (above)!
Its still sooooo worth it...
Pecan Bars are relatively easy to make...
The only down side is:
Have you checked the price of pecans lately? I got..."sticker shock" (above)!
Its still sooooo worth it...
Craig Allen’s Fun Facts: “Movin’ Out” by Billy Joel
"Who needs a house out in Hackensack
Is that what you get with your money?"
Sounds familiar, right, New Jersey?
You know the Billy Joel story: Singer/songwriter from Hicksville, Long Island...multiple hit albums and singles since the 1970's...
Is that what you get with your money?"
Sounds familiar, right, New Jersey?
You know the Billy Joel story: Singer/songwriter from Hicksville, Long Island...multiple hit albums and singles since the 1970's...
Postal rates go up Monday
If you didn't buy more "Forever" stamps at 50 cents each by Sunday, you'll shell out a nickel more for each one of them when your post office re-opens on Monday.
The cost of mailing a first class letter rises to 55 cents. How else can you deal with the increase, New J…
The cost of mailing a first class letter rises to 55 cents. How else can you deal with the increase, New J…
Craig Allen’s Fun Facts: Four Seasons “December 1963 (Oh, What A Night)”
New Jersey's "Four Seasons" is one of only two bands to enjoy chart success before, during, and after the "British Invasion."
The other band? The Beach Boys.
You know the "Four Seasons" story....in brief:
Frankie Valli formed the "Vari…
The other band? The Beach Boys.
You know the "Four Seasons" story....in brief:
Frankie Valli formed the "Vari…