Rock’n Music Academy has announced the names of the contestants who have advanced to the finalist category in the Rock’n Music Idol contest, “a search for New Jersey’s most impressive and up-and-coming musicians.” The winners will write and record an original song with professional songwriters, take part in a photo shoot and carry the title of Rock’n Music Idol 2007- 2008.
The following local residents are among the 41 finalists who will perform in the live finale outdoors at Rock’n Music Academy, 500 Route 35 south,Union Square,Middletown, May 18 at 2 p.m.:
Drums:Michael “Mikey” Rosen ofManalapan.
Vocals: Gina Marie Soffian of Manalapan; Taylor Frizziola of Jackson; Rebecca Avilleira of Jackson; and Alyjah Decker of Jackson.
Vocals/instrument: Gillian Ober of Colts Neck.
All are welcome to attend the free show. Details: (732) 933-ROCK (7625) or visit www.RocknMusicAcademy.com.