The Project Matters

05/15/2026

05/13/2026

Big love to everyone supporting this special collab between Connor Bracken & Mother Leeds, Twin Lights Brewing, & The Project Matters! 🍻🎶

Grab your cans and help give back to the community and support underfunded school music programs in New Jersey! Every can bought creates a new opportunity for a student or young musician!

And don’t forget — the show is only a few days away! May 15th at The Snow Pony! The cans will be available there so support the cause, and catch an amazing night of music all in one spot! You don’t want to miss this one… 🍺⚡️

05/01/2026

Welcome Marco! 🎤

Marco Sepe is an American singer, songwriter, and producer from New Jersey whose music comes from a deeply personal and spiritual place, drawing inspiration from the emotions, memories, and moments that shape everyday life. Blending elements of pop, folk, rock, soul, jazz, R&B, indie surf, and house.

His sound is shaped by the atmosphere of the Jersey Shore and a desire to turn feeling into something listeners can hold onto. Marco writes songs as a form of self-discovery, using music to understand life’s highs and lows as he explores meaning through love, change, hope, loneliness, and growth.

05/01/2026

Welcome NAJ!ANNA ! 💿

AKA Naji, a 21 year old punk rock vocalist currently in Asbury Park, NJ. Using soul and emotion, Naji blends raw vocals with multiple genres to create unique and vibrant songs that stick. Naji dives into themes of q***r love, self identity, and acceptance, with a sound influenced by Erykah Badu, Jimi Hendrix, and WILLOW.

They have three singles - “If You Go: An Open Letter”, “Paranoia!” & “404NOTFOUND” - all of which harness their vocal styles in different ways. Since these releases, they’ve begun working on an EP which is expected to release in the upcoming months.

04/30/2026

TOMORROW WE ARE ANNOUNCING THE ARTISTS THE PROJECT MATTERS WILL BE SPONSORING FOR 2026 !! STAY TUNED ! 🎸

04/16/2026

We’re giving away a FREE month of music lessons at Red House Music & Rehearsal Studio! Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to level up, this is for you.

How to win:
📍 Brick Elks Lodge
🗓️ May 9th
⏰ 12 PM – 4 PM
🙌 Open to everyone!

Need tickets?
Grab them via the QR code or buy them at the door.

Come say hi and enter to win. See you there! 🤘🎤

04/13/2026

Have you tried Mother Leeds Red Irish Ale yet ?

Did you know that when you support this collaboration, you aren’t just “buying a beer” — you are providing the essential building blocks for the next generation of young musicians & students! 🎸

The Project Matters is 501(c)(3) non-profit based in New Jersey and believes that a lack of funding should never be the reason a song goes unplayed… Here are just a few examples on how your purchase makes a difference!

✔️ Instruments & Gear: From guitars and pianos to professional-grade amps and pedals, we’re putting the tools of the trade directly into students’ hands!

✔️ Essential Supplies: We also cover the “unseen” costs like — reeds, strings, sheet music, and books — that often strain tight school budgets

✔️ Mental Health & Mentorship: We provide a supportive community and resources to help young musicians navigate the pressures of growing up and to allow music to become a safe space for them — We bridge the gap for schools that lack the budget, making sure “underfunded” never means “unheard.”

That’s why our collaboration with and is more than just a partnership; it’s a promise to our community! And we can’t thank them enough !!

Make your purchase today — Every sip helps keep the music alive! 🍻✨

03/13/2026

For the past few years, Twin Lights Brewing and have teamed up on a special beer collaboration to support Project Matters — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping underfunded school music programs and supporting musicians under the age of 25. 🎶🍻

Because of this amazing collaboration, a portion of the proceeds each year has helped us give back to schools in a big way — putting instruments, resources, and opportunities directly into the hands of young musicians. That impact is only possible because of this community, and we couldn’t be more thankful.

The past couple collaboration beers have done incredibly well, and this year we’re hoping to make this one the biggest release yet. Every purchase, every share, helps keep music alive for the next generation.

And the celebration doesn’t stop there… Connor Bracken will be performing at The Stone Pony on May 15 for his album release AND the beer’s 5th anniversary party! It’s going to be a special night of music, community, and raising a glass for a great cause.

Support young musicians. Keep the music going. 🎸🍺

01/23/2026

Calling all NJ artists — if you are under the age of 25 and write your own original music, this is for you!

The Project Matters is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting young musicians across New Jersey with gear, lessons, mentorship, and more! Every year we take new artists under our wing to help further their music career!

We are now accepting 2026 artist applications!
Tell us your story & why we should sponsor your music journey! Apply via link in bio or tag someone who should apply!

12/20/2025

Our sponsors that made today possible!

and Spring Lake 5 Mile Run!

Tune into our livestream on Youtube today at 12!