Starship, John Waite and David Nail are coming to New Port Richey this spring
It’s happening as part of Chasco Fiesta at Sims Park.
Listen to ‘It Came Out Out Of Nowhere’ from the new live album Damon Fowler recorded in St. Pete
‘Live at the Palladium’ will be released on Friday, Jan. 20.
Shemekia Copeland, Seratones, Glove top lineup for WMNF Tampa’s Tropical Heatwave 2023
Last summer, Tampa Bay community radio station WMNF 88.5-FM announced plans to revive its revered Tropical Heatwave music festival—and now we know who’s in the lineup. WMNF released the show poster today, and it’s topped by Alligator Records’ blues powerhouse Shemekia Copeland, Idaho songwriter Eilen Jewell and Louisiana soul-rock favorite Seratones. Blues duo GA-20 (playing…
Florida universities spend millions on diversity, equity, inclusion
The University of South Florida reported spending that included about $1.2 million for its Diversity and Inclusion Office.
Eggs in Tampa Bay are among the most expensive in the nation, says study
Tampa Bay’s high price tag for eggs actually ranks as the third highest in the country.
The 2nd annual Pinellas TacoFest heads to England Brothers Park next weekend
This weekend-long foodie fesival is free to attend.
Tampa Bay’s first Raising Cane’s opens in Clearwater this month
The local chicken tendy competition is heating up.
‘The mayor is saying that the people don’t deserve to vote’: Tampa city council reacts to Castor’s charter change vetoes
Council has a chance to override the mayor at its Jan. 19 meeting.
‘Big John,’ the world’s largest triceratops fossil, is coming to Tampa
The Pagidipati family purchased Big John at auction in 2021 for a record $7.7 million.
More than 30 of the best concerts coming to Tampa Bay this weekend
Tampa Bay concert calendar for Jan. 19-26.
All-you-can-eat Hong BBQ and Hot Pot is now open in Tampa
Its grand opening day was yesterday, Jan. 17.
A cat rapper and Tampa’s ‘Skelecaster’ maker open for pop-punk band Off With Their Heads
The show goes down Jan. 25 in a St. Petersburg tattoo shop.
Wolfgang Van Halen brings his Mammoth WVH project to Tampa on Wednesday
He opens for Alter Bridge at the Hard Rock.
Rising Atlanta rapper Landon Wordswell plays Tampa this weekend
He’s opened for Warren G, Mos Def, and Raekwon, to name a few.
Moody Blues’ Justin Hayward plays Sunday show in Clearwater
There’s pretty much no chance that Hayward will tour under his old band name.
Glenn Miller Orchestra plays Sunday matinee in St. Petersburg
The band’s music has been reintroduced to new generations decade after decade through reissues.
The Jacksonville Jaguars’ good luck charm, Tedeschi Trucks Band, plays Tampa Bay twice this week
Night one in Clearwater is almost sold-out.
Florida lawmakers back new changes to college athlete pay law
Members of the House panel praised the proposed changes Tuesday.
Genesis-covering Memphis blues band Southern Avenue plays Largo on Saturday
Zach Person opens the show.
Florida Gov. DeSantis vows to shield anti-vaxx doctors from discipline
He also wants permanent bans on vaccine mandates and mask mandates in schools.
Moon Hooch, featuring the internet’s famous ‘trafficconesaxman,’ plays a Tampa concert this weekend
Trumpeter Balkan Bump opens the show.
The Factory St. Pete hosts battle of the bands style showcase ‘Destination Okeechobee’
Mak, Miróux, Peace Cult and P.M. Tiger are just some of the band’s on the bill.
Corner Club’s ‘Big Backyard Block Party’ is also a fundraiser for expat Tampa cyclist Leo Rodgers
Vegan food pop-ups, a market, group ride and concert are also on tap
Alt-country superstar in the making Sarah Shook & the Disarmers brings ‘Nightroamer’ to Tampa
They play New World Brewery on Friday.
Prog-ish livetronica scene staple Papadosio plays St. Pete this weekend
Guavatron opens at Jannus Live.
Shreddy, Thee Oh Sees-channeling Miami band The Creature Cage plays Tampa on Friday
A crop of young, South Florida bands is reviving the sounds of ‘90s alternative bands that peaked before its members were even born. Last week, Smelter was at Hooch to show us its take, and seven days later, it’s Deux Visages which marries the dream pop sound of new bands like Grandaddy with the aesthetics…
Four-time Grammy-winning Americana hero Jason Isbell plays Clearwater on Friday
And he’s not traveling alone.
Vegas rockabilly band The Delta Bombers plays Tampa this weekend
A stacked bill of locals opens the show.
Reunited Richmond screamo giant City of Caterpillar plays Tampa on Friday
A triumvirate of Tampa Bay’s heaviest bands—Horsewhip, Vacancy and Walled City— has coalesced to warm up your ear drums.
Tampa Bay jazz favorites Ona Kirei and LaRue Nickelson play Morean Arts Center on Thursday
The show is after a gallery talk about Águeda Sanfiz’s ‘The Other Pandemic.’
Wilco is coming to Tampa Bay this spring
It’s in support of the band’s 2022 album ‘Cruel Country.’
Inflatable bounce house festival headed to St. Petersburg next week
The festival starts Jan. 28
Florida gas prices dip below national average
The national average Tuesday was about $3.33.
Trump says DeSantis would’ve dropped out of Florida Governor’s race without his endorsement
Trump went on to claim he got DeSantis over Democrat Andrew Gillum, whom Trump called a “crackhead.”
Tampa developer Darryl Shaw will lead Florida Aquarium’s new $40 million expansion campaign
The expansion is expected to be completed in 2025.
Tampa Bay environmentalists push back on proposed fracked gas pipeline expansion
Environmentalists say expanding fossil fuels will only hurt the local environment and residents.
Pedro The Lion will play ‘It’s Hard To Find A Friend’ and ‘Control’ in Tampa this spring
It’s his first show at Crowbar since 2016.
Seminole Heights’ Rollin’ Mullet Bar and Grill, an open-air bar and food truck, opens next month
Business in the front, party in the back—and pet-friendly, too.
Review: Georgia Mallory Guy’s fiercely intelligent and rigorous direction drives ‘The Wolves’ at Tampa’s ThinkTank Theatre
The show about eternal love runs through Jan. 22.
Madonna’s ‘Celebration Tour’ is coming to Tampa this fall
UPDATE: This show was rescheduled for April 4, 2024.
Brady goin’ out sad
Just a huge letdown.
Elizabeth Baker and Jinghong Zhang meld technology, dance, and theater for one-of-a-kind concert in St. Pete
A host of Tampa Bay’s most talented musicians pitch in at Palladium Theater on Jan. 25.
Review: In Clearwater, The Mavericks show why they’re one of the best and most exciting touring bands
A fantastically paced and varied setlist never lost momentum or spark throughout the evening.
Water Street Tampa’s long-awaited French bistro Boulon Brasserie opens next week
You can make reservations starting at 5 p.m. today.
18 new concerts coming to Tampa Bay, including Rauw Alejandro and Jabbawockeez
The Grammy-nominated Puerto Rican superstar plays Amalie Arena in March.
St. Pete’s 11th annual Tweed Ride happens this weekend
This old timey bike ride is hosted by the St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club.
Green Book of Tampa Bay hosts a ”Midsummer Night’s Dream’ brunch to celebrate its fourth anniversary
It happens inside Studio@620 in March.
When people are shot by police, this Tampa couple helps families heal and organize
After winning their case against Hillsborough Sheriff, the Josephs give others a blueprint for fighting police brutality
King State’s second annual Lagerfest returns to St. Pete in March
It’s part of 2023’s Tampa Bay Beer Week.
Tampa Bay Rowdies will open 2023 season with March home game
It’s one of 17 St. Pete matches for a side that made it all the way to the conference finals in 2022.
Judge refuses to toss out migrant flights lawsuit against Florida Gov. DeSantis
Cooper has scheduled a Jan. 30 final hearing in the case.
Outlaw country golden boy Hank Williams Jr. is bringing a new tour to Tampa this summer
It’s the only Florida stop on Bocephus’ 2023 itinerary.
Red’s BBQ Truck reopens in St. Pete, Tiff’s Treats debuts this month, and more Tampa Bay foodie news
And the Bacon & BBQ Festival takes over St. Pete’s Vinoy Park this weekend.
Florida Orchestra’s ‘Soundwaves’ chamber music series is coming to Clearwater’s gorgeous Church of the Ascension
The shows happen in February, March and April.
White House rips Florida Gov. DeSantis over National Guard ‘political stunt’ with migrants
“We have seen Gov. DeSantis do political stunts. That is how he perceives to fix this issue from Florida.”
Tampa Republican wants stiffer penalties for refusing a breathalyzer
People who refuse to take the tests currently can have their driver’s licenses suspended for a year.
St. Pete artist seeks community help in revitalizing family’s historic Atwaters building
”I can’t let this legacy die.”
Florida institutions among the worst in nation at returning stolen Indigenous remains, report shows
In the Tampa Bay area, hundreds of Native items were stolen, while the University of Florida hoards thousands.
New Tampa bakery Elevenses announces online ordering, first phase of soft opening
Owner Jade Yelvington says her bakery will debut within the next few months.
Red’s BBQ truck re-opens in St. Pete today
It will be posted up in front of the brothers’ new steakhouse and bar, Roam.
Q&A: John Oates says he’s ‘always been a roots musician’ ahead of St. Pete show with Guthrie Trapp
Oates wants to be remembered for more than his ‘80s hits.
Appeals court will hear arguments from Tampa’s Cambridge Christian School over pre-game prayer
The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said in a notice Wednesday that a hearing will be held the week of May 1.
Florida professors accuse DeSantis of violating a court order blocking the Stop WOKE Act
The motion filed Wednesday pointed to Walker’s Nov. 17 order, which prohibited the Board of Governors from enforcing the law against any university.
Sure, the Bucs have Tom Brady, but that may not be enough against the Cowboys
Dallas is coming off a 12-5 season (for comparison, the Bucs are 7-8).
