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Denison Witmer, a middle-aged man with short hair and a beard, sits on a couch playing a ukulele in a warmly lit, wood-paneled room. He is dressed in a light-colored sweater and dark pants, gazing down at the instrument. A floor lamp with a yellow-orange shade sits behind him, casting a cozy glow. The room features a large window to the right showing greenery outside, and a stack of books on the floor.

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Singer-songwriter Denison Witmer plays a record store gig in Tampa next month

Sufjan Stevens produced Witmer’s latest album, ‘Anything At All.’

by Josh Bradley November 4, 2025November 4, 2025

Musician Gary Numan performs on stage, leaning into the microphone while wearing a distressed dark shirt, ripped jeans, and dark eye makeup, with purple stage lighting.

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New wave pioneer Gary Numan brings apocalyptic new album to St. Pete next year

Now and forever.

by Josh Bradley November 3, 2025November 3, 2025

A posed, horizontal, full-body studio portrait of seven Black and one Asian-American male musicians, identified as the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, standing and sitting with their instruments against a warm, wood-paneled wall with acoustic diffusion lines.

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Dirty Dozen Brass Band playing at Skipper’s Smokehouse next month

It’s all over now…not.

by Josh Bradley October 31, 2025October 31, 2025

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Review: T-Pain and friends bring authenticity and auto-tune to sold-out Clearwater show [PHOTOS]

For all his hits, T-Pain has been a teacher, showing that sound can evolve without apology, that technology can hold soul, and that independence doesn’t mean isolation.

by Isaiah Stephens October 30, 2025October 30, 2025

Seven musicians stand in a brightly lit studio, surrounded by instruments and tangled cords. Instruments visible include guitars, a drum kit, and a keyboard.

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13 of the best Halloween concerts happening in Tampa Bay

The Venus, Brother Cephus, Emo Night Tampa’s covers special, and more.

by Ray Roa, Josh Bradley and Sophia Lowrie October 30, 2025October 30, 2025

A high-resolution studio photo featuring five members of the theatrical heavy metal band GWAR in their grotesque, heavily armored, and detailed alien costumes, posing aggressively against a sterile white background.

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Gwar brings 40th anniversary tour to Ybor City next month

A 32-page comic book accompanies the band’s new album, because who doesn’t want to go all Coheed & Cambria on their fans?

by Josh Bradley October 29, 2025October 29, 2025

Punk rock duo The Dollyrots, Kelly Ogden and Luis Cabezas, are sitting on a curb in a sunlit urban setting. Bassist/vocalist Kelly Ogden (left), with long, silver-white hair and sunglasses, is wearing a pink leopard-print jacket, a black top, black skinny jeans, and buckled combat-style boots. Guitarist/vocalist Luis Cabezas (right), with dark, messy hair and blue-green highlights, is wearing sunglasses, a denim vest with a patch, a black t-shirt, pink skinny jeans, and high-top Converse sneakers.

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Legendary local punk duo The Dollyrots play a pre-Warped Tour homecoming set next month

Because they’re awesome.

by Josh Bradley October 28, 2025October 29, 2025

Andrew McMahon, with platinum hair, a blue button-down shirt, and a white sweater draped over his shoulders, leans over and intensely plays a dark, worn upright piano on a stage during a performance.

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Ahead of St. Pete Halloween show, Andrew McMahon reveals the best gig he ever saw

When one piano man wowed another.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 28, 2025October 28, 2025

Portrait of a man with a large afro, wearing a suit jacket and amber sunglasses, laughing enthusiastically while standing amidst several microphones; Photo by Stephanie Parsley.

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Charismatic rock oddball Andy Frasco brings introspective new LP to St. Pete this winter

Ries Brothers open at Jannus Live.

by J.C. Roddy October 27, 2025October 27, 2025

A promotional photo of the rock band All Time Low, taken by Ashley Osborn. The four members are posed in close proximity against a dark gray background. The lead singer, with blond hair, kneels in the foreground wearing a distinctive red, white, and black patterned cardigan. The other three members stand or kneel behind him.

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All Time Low brings new album to downtown Clearwater next month

Dear Maria, count us in.

by Josh Bradley October 23, 2025October 23, 2025

A colorful band portrait of four men, possibly the band Goose, standing in a surreal landscape. They are wearing light summer clothes, including one man in all white and a straw hat. They are standing above a dense field of small, round, yellow cacti, with tall palm trees in the background.

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Interview: Talking to Paul Levine ahead of Hulaween 2025

Goose, Illenium, Zeds Dead and The String Cheese Incident are among the headliners headed to Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park.

by Michael Fritz October 23, 2025October 23, 2025

A DJ or performer stands triumphantly atop a large, colorful LED stage setup with their hands raised. Thick plumes of white and purple stage smoke erupt from the platform, illuminated by dark lighting in a concert venue at night.

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Pied Piper’s Haunted Carnival brings EDM stars to Tampa’s Armature Works this weekend

Steve Aoki & Rick Ross, Galantis and Sickick headline the waterfront festival.

by Sophia Lowrie October 21, 2025October 21, 2025

A close-up of a smiling woman, the musician Doechii, with long beaded braids and glasses. She is wearing a light gray collared sweatshirt and holding up both hands in the peace sign, showcasing her very long, light-colored acrylic nails. She is standing in front of a group of people wearing bright pink shirts.

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Doechii told A&R to check out Tampa. Did they listen?

Doechii headlines Yuengling Center this weekend.

by Ray Roa October 21, 2025October 24, 2025

A promotional photo of the alternative rock band Sweet Pill shows five members, all wearing black, standing against a vibrant red background. The lead singer, who is centered and slightly forward, has short, dark curly hair and is wearing a black blazer over a black top, revealing chest tattoos and necklaces. They hold a small, ornate mirrored hand fan out towards the viewer. Four male band members stand behind her; two have long, dark curly hair and one has short dark hair with a baseball cap and glasses. On the left and right sides of the image, duplicates of two of the male members are partially visible, with surreal, distorted reflections of small hand mirrors superimposed near their faces, adding a dreamlike or unsettling effect. The strong red lighting gives the image a dramatic and intense feel.

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Philly-punk outfit Sweet Pill plays last show of the year in Tampa next month

Girls Rock alums open the Ybor City show.

by Josh Bradley October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

Black and white portrait of Geddy Lee (left), with long hair and glasses, and Alex Lifeson (right), with short light hair, of the band Rush. Both men are smiling and wearing dark jackets, with Lifeson's arm around Lee's shoulder.

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Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson bringing Rush reunion tour to Tampa next year

New world, man.

by Josh Bradley October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

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Audra McDonald headlines Florida Orchestra gala event in Tampa next year

Move over, Patti LuPone.

by Josh Bradley October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

A portrait of a woman with striking long, frizzy, reddish-orange hair. She is wearing an asymmetrical, sporty top and black shorts, and is crouching low to the floor. The setting is a room with pale pink walls and a wooden floor, with a curtain visible on the right.

Q&A: Before Tampa show, Ravyn Lenae talks going viral, performing live, and being herself

The Chicago-born singer supports Renee Rapp for a portion of her ‘Bite Me’ tour.

by Alisha Durosier October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

A close-up photograph of Trombone Shorty (Troy Andrews) performing live, playing a trumpet. He is wearing a black shirt, a beaded bracelet, and a silver necklace. The stage is filled with mist and dramatically lit with contrasting blue and orange light.

Clearwater Jazz Holiday tops Tampa Bay’s best live music happening Oct. 16-23

Tampa Pig Jig, Pre-Fest 9, Fangsgiving, and the Crooked Thumb Anniversary are all happening, too.

by Ray Roa, Josh Bradley and Sophia Lowrie October 17, 2025October 17, 2025

A low-angle shot of three women sitting closely together on a row of dark red, plush theater seats that have been placed outdoors on grass. All three are dressed in black and wear vibrant red fishnet or sheer stockings. The photo is taken at night, with the background completely dark except for the light focused on the subjects.

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Riot grrrl-inspired trio Suzie True plays no-cover Tampa dive bar concert on Thursday

Tampa pop-punk favorite Lychee Camp and homegrown emo-folk outfit Pigeon Chess open.

by Ray Roa October 17, 2025October 17, 2025

A close-up outdoor portrait of a person with short, light hair, wearing a patterned crop top, round mirrored sunglasses, and layered pearl necklaces. They are holding a brass saxophone on their shoulders in front of a shaded, forested background.

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St. Pete’s Palladium Theater gets $2.5 million for renovation

Check out the space this week when Zeta the Babe hosts a show that benefits Studio@620.

by Ray Roa October 17, 2025October 17, 2025