A promotional press photograph showing the Tampa punk band Lychee Camp. Captured in a medium three-person group shot outdoors, the middle band member has vibrant pink-and-blonde dyed hair, glasses, a black-and-white skeleton print top, and a red varsity-style bomber jacket, draping arms around the shoulders of both bandmates. On the left, a member with shoulder-length curly dark hair and chest/arm tattoos wears orange overalls over a light tank top; on the right, a member with a mustache wears a short-sleeved light-blue patterned button-up shirt over a black t-shirt, set against a dark reflective building backdrop under bright daytime lighting.

Music

Doc Martin, a godfather of the west coast rave scene, returns to Tampa Bay this weekend

It’s his first gig for Serious Soul in a dozen years.

by Ray Roa October 14, 2026October 14, 2026

Music

Lychee Camp plays no-cover Tampa Am Friday concert in Ybor City

The famed international skateboarding competition includes healthy nightlife options.

by Ray Roa October 14, 2026October 14, 2026

Music

Expat Tampa rapper ?nowledge is back home and shares redemptive new LP at Friday release show

An all-star lineup of Bay area hip-hop plays support at the no-cover gig.

by Ray Roa October 14, 2026October 15, 2026

A performance photograph by Stephen Splane showing Dominic Walker Trio plays Side Door Cabaret at Palladium Theater in St. Petersburg, Florida on Aug. 28, 2025. Captured in a medium shot under vibrant blue stage lighting, musician Dominic Walker sits leaning forward while playing a sunburst Gibson archtop electric guitar. He wears a dark blue suit jacket, a white dress shirt, a red necktie, and dark-rimmed glasses, looking down attentively at his fretboard against a dark stage backdrop.

Music

Dominic Walker’s Davis Islands Friday Night Jazz series just got a little easier to get into

The venue just added 40 seats, just in time for the third anniversary this weekend.

by Ray Roa October 14, 2026October 14, 2026

A promotional press photograph by Robb Klassen showing Dana McWayne (L) and Alden McWayne, AKA Dana and Alden. Captured in a medium shot in open water under an overcast sky, Dana McWayne stands waist-deep in the water wearing dark waders, a cream knit sweater, and a yellow beanie hat. Beside him, Alden McWayne recline-lounges in an inflatable orange-and-black raft wearing dark green tall rubber boots, white clothing, and a sailor hat with a pom-pom while holding its brim under soft natural daylight.

Music

Best new concerts coming to Tampa Bay include Newport Jazz Festival alumni Dana and Alden, Samantha Fish and more

Plus Jacuzzi Boys, The Early November, 99.5 QYK Guitar Pull and more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 12, 2026October 12, 2026

A red carpet portrait photograph by Kathy Hutchins showing Karol G at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 25, 2026. Captured in a medium close-up, singer Karol G smiles at the camera while forming a heart shape with both hands over her chest. She wears a black mesh net top with long sleeves, drop earrings, and long wavy blonde hair with dark roots, standing in front of a purple event backdrop featuring white lettering under bright venue flash photography.

Music

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening October 9-15 including Karol G, Clearwater Jazz Holiday and more

Plus Daddy Kool’s new concert series, the Independent Bar anniversary shows, and more.

by Josh Bradley and Ray Roa October 9, 2026October 9, 2026

A live concert photograph by Nicole Kibert showing Lauris Vidal plays Lowry Park Bandshell in Tampa, Florida on May 13, 2011. Captured in a medium shot on an outdoor stage, musician Lauris Vidal plays an acoustic guitar while wearing a light blue striped short-sleeved button-down shirt, eyeglasses, and a neon wristband. He stands centered on stage in front of event banners reading "THE TAMPA TRIBUNE" and "FRIDAY EXTRA" alongside microphone stands and drum kit cymbals under outdoor concert lighting.

Music

Lauris Vidal, Urbane Cowboys, play no-cover Tampa concerts for Independent bar’s 17th anniversary

The beloved Seminole Heights watering hole stages the shows this Friday and Sunday.

by Ray Roa October 9, 2026October 9, 2026

Music

TikTok satirist and style parody master Kyle Gordon plays Tampa on Sunday

The ‘Modern Day Weird ‘Al’ Yankovic’ even got Daniel Radcliffe to appear on his album.

by Josh Bradley October 9, 2026October 9, 2026

A promotional portrait photograph showing Vick Lavender. Captured in a close-up shot, Vick Lavender looks forward while wearing large aviator-style wire-frame eyeglasses, a ribbed olive-green knit beanie, a grey collared shirt, and featuring a trimmed grey-and-white beard and mustache, set against an indoor backdrop under soft natural lighting.

Music

St. Pete’s Open House Conspiracy marks 15th anniversary with set from Chicago house DJ Vick Lavender

Expect to hear the Sophisticado Recordings boss show off stuff he picked up working with acid-house producer Jerry McCalister and his Strictly Jaz Unit.

by Ray Roa October 9, 2026October 13, 2026

A concert finale group bow photograph by Frank Embacher showing Hans Zimmer (center) with members of the 19-piece ensemble backing him on a 2026-2027 'Hans Zimmer Live – The Next Level' tour. Captured in a wide shot on a brightly illuminated concert stage, composer Hans Zimmer stands at the center with arms raised holding hands with his full touring band and orchestra ensemble as they take a collective bow before the audience. The musicians wear diverse stage attire, including a vibrant yellow-and-red plaid patterned gown and traditional draped garments, beneath an intricate array of overhead stage spotlights and light beams against a dark arena background.

Music

Tampa Bay’s best new concerts, including Hans Zimmer, Lindsey Stirling, and more

Plus Bachman-Turner Overdrive, Yung Gravy, and Camping In Alaska.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 7, 2026October 7, 2026

Music

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening October 1-8

Including Thundercat, The Beths, Ziggy Marley, Warren Haynes, and more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 1, 2026October 1, 2026

Music

Rising pop hero Caroline Kingsbury to give St. Pete the ‘Shock Treatment’ this month

She opens for Cannons at Jannus Live.

by Ray Roa October 1, 2026October 1, 2026

A concert performance action photograph by Stephen Splane showing Mark Feinman of La Lucha at Hillsborough Community College's Mainstage Theatre in Ybor City, Florida on Sept. 11, 2022. Captured in a medium shot behind a drum kit, drummer Mark Feinman strikes a ride cymbal with a drumstick while focused intently on his performance. He wears dark-rimmed glasses, dark curly hair, and a white short-sleeved button-up shirt patterned with blue and gold tropical leaves, framed by cymbals and music stands under purple and blue stage lighting.

Music

‘Tides’ incoming when La Lucha plays St. Pete Pier’s Hispanic Heritage concert on Sunday

It’s a busy week for the Bay area jazz trio.

by Ray Roa October 1, 2026October 2, 2026

Music

Tampa Bay songwriter, guitarist, Anthony Santaniello, showcases solo Antro Banks project this weekend

He’s backed by some of the folks he supports during the ‘Dope Jams’ homegrown artists showcase at Bayboro Brewing.

by Ray Roa October 1, 2026October 1, 2026

A concert performance action photograph by Dave Decker showing Andres Hernandez of Rohna at Crowbar in Ybor City, Florida on May 15, 2026. Captured in a dynamic low-angle shot on a dark stage, bass player Andres Hernandez plays an orange-and-white Rickenbacker-style electric bass while leaning back with an expressive open-mouthed expression. He wears a dark headband, short-sleeved blue denim button-up shirt, and dark trousers under bright concert stage flash lighting, with stage trussing and another band member partially visible in the background.

Music

Ahead of Indie Night Live, Rohna plays free concert at Saturday’s Tampa Bay Lightning home opener

Technically an arena show, right?

by Ray Roa October 1, 2026October 1, 2026

An indoor group portrait photograph by C.J. Harvey showing folk-rock band Caamp. Captured in a medium wide shot standing indoors, five band members pose together in front of wooden doors and a wooden bookcase filled with books. The member in the front center wears a bright red "BASEBALL" sweatshirt and white trousers, flanked on the left by a band member in a dark blue blazer with a yellow-and-black striped shirt and light blue jeans, and on the far left by two members in dark jackets and a patterned coat. The fifth member stands on the right in a dark jacket and khaki trousers under warm flash lighting.

Music

Americana darling Caamp brings punchy new LP to St. Pete this weekend

Whitney opens at Mahaffey Theater.

by Ray Roa October 1, 2026October 1, 2026

A black-and-white indoor portrait photograph by Jen Bodine showing DJ Post-Physique pictured at The Bends in St. Petersburg. Captured from a medium close-up shot while performing behind a DJ controller turntable console, Post-Physique smiles downward toward the equipment controls while wearing over-ear headphones, a delicate pendant necklace, and a dark studded bustier top. In the background behind the DJ booth, stylized dark artwork depicting a skull motif is illuminated under ambient venue lighting.

Music

No-cover ‘Diáspora’ dance party returns to St. Pete on Friday

‘We’re basically playing the same music sometimes, and it’s just in different languages.’

by Ray Roa September 30, 2026October 1, 2026

Music

Tampa Bay’s best new concerts include spring 2027 gig from Dinosaur Jr.

21 Savage, Tauk, and The Lemon Twigs are headed to the Bay area, too.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley September 29, 2026September 29, 2026

An outdoor promotional portrait photograph showing jazz trio (L-R) John O'Leary III, Alejandro Arenas, and Mark Feinman of La Lucha. Seated together on the concrete steps of a purple exterior doorway against a pale green building wall, the three musicians dress in suits while holding ice cream popsicles and laughing together. On the left, John O'Leary III wears a grey suit jacket, blue trousers, and brown shoes while holding a white popsicle. In the center, seated a step lower, Alejandro Arenas wears a white dress shirt, dark tie, blue trousers, and black dress shoes while holding a yellow popsicle and resting his suit jacket on his knee. On the right, Mark Feinman sits wearing a dark black suit, dark tie, and black shoes while holding a red popsicle under bright daylight.

Music

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening September 24-October 1

Including Beats on the Street, the return of Streetcar Live, Forest Sounds, The Format, a Jazz Surge anniversary, and so much more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley September 23, 2026September 24, 2026

Music

Tampa’s no-cover TECO Streetcar concert returns on Friday—here’s the full fall 2026-27 schedule

The shows happen every fourth Friday through May 2027.

by Ray Roa September 23, 2026September 23, 2026

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Show Previews

Doc Martin, a godfather of the west coast rave scene, returns to Tampa Bay this weekend

Lychee Camp plays no-cover Tampa Am Friday concert in Ybor City

Expat Tampa rapper ?nowledge is back home and shares redemptive new LP at Friday release show

Dominic Walker’s Davis Islands Friday Night Jazz series just got a little easier to get into

Best new concerts coming to Tampa Bay include Newport Jazz Festival alumni Dana and Alden, Samantha Fish and more

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening October 9-15 including Karol G, Clearwater Jazz Holiday and more

Lauris Vidal, Urbane Cowboys, play no-cover Tampa concerts for Independent bar’s 17th anniversary

TikTok satirist and style parody master Kyle Gordon plays Tampa on Sunday

St. Pete’s Open House Conspiracy marks 15th anniversary with set from Chicago house DJ Vick Lavender

Tampa Bay’s best new concerts, including Hans Zimmer, Lindsey Stirling, and more

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening October 1-8

Rising pop hero Caroline Kingsbury to give St. Pete the ‘Shock Treatment’ this month

‘Tides’ incoming when La Lucha plays St. Pete Pier’s Hispanic Heritage concert on Sunday

Tampa Bay songwriter, guitarist, Anthony Santaniello, showcases solo Antro Banks project this weekend

Ahead of Indie Night Live, Rohna plays free concert at Saturday’s Tampa Bay Lightning home opener

Americana darling Caamp brings punchy new LP to St. Pete this weekend

No-cover ‘Diáspora’ dance party returns to St. Pete on Friday

Tampa Bay’s best new concerts include spring 2027 gig from Dinosaur Jr.

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening September 24-October 1

Tampa’s no-cover TECO Streetcar concert returns on Friday—here’s the full fall 2026-27 schedule

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