Billy Mays III presents his Mouth Council
The local experimental musician uses his project to elevate spoken word into soulful musical synergy
Your Weekend: Oysters and beer
Does this bivalve make my ass look fat?
Do This: Humans of New York’s Brandon Stanton comes to town
Oh, the humanity.
GIFF Spotlight: Dooder & the Lighthouse
A tale of two cities (and one lighthouse).
Do This: The hills are alive in Historic Roser Park
Like Brigadoon, with better porches.
Do This: Annual Yelper Party says out with the old
Monday night, help Yelp Tampa Bay speak out about one issue: Prohibition.
Do This: Every day we’re shufflin’
The most fun you can have with a cue in your hand.
GIFF Spotlight: Have Gun Will Travel and Friends Perform The Last Waltz
It’s a concert doc about a tribute to a concert doc, and it’s presented by GIFF in collaboration with the Reel Deal film series
Amid Hillsborough driver crackdown, Sen. Brandes vows to bring back failed Uber law
For years, State Sen. Jeff Brandes had sought to pass a law at the state level that would legalize and regulate ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft. Though prolific, those companies are operating in something of a legal grey area in Florida, and some communities are friendlier to the services than others. That means cities…
It Takes Twelve to Tango
‘Forever Tango’ hits the Straz in Tampa next weekend
Drink More Wine: By the numbers
Decisions made in the vineyard determine what’s in the bottle.
Album review: Alexander & the Grapes, Hyper Self
The St. Pete band presents a fine new sophomore LP.
Trump’s comment on punishing women who get abortions: Has he finally jumped the shark?
It seems like every day Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump says something awful. His most recent terrible utterance? That women who get abortions should be punished. Oh, and that men who perform them (let alone cause an unwanted pregnancy) should not be punished. (And let's not forget that Trump has been pro-choice in the past.)…
Trump an “embarrassment” to local GOP lawmakers, but they’d still support him
We're in the middle of a couple-week lull between presidential primary contests, with April 5 Wisconsin primary on deck. Leading up to that event, Republicans' acrimony over Donald Trump rages on. Even as the "anybody but Trump" movement, led by the likes of Mitt Romney, rages on, many Republicans see his nomination as inevitable and…
Reasons to Watch: Rush Hour, Aaron Paul’s cult, and a boy band zombie western
Empire, Archer, and *NSYNC and Backstreet Boys in a zombie western. It’s a damn fine week for television.
Do This: Get festive in Pinellas with Safety Harbor Songfest and the Listening Room Festival
The sounds of music fill Pinellas from Safety Harbor to St. Pete.
Creative juices: Florida Women in Brewing makes beer for education, charity
Founding member Sharmila Duncan says her goal was to create a community on a very local level.
On the Sauce: Spiked Strawberry Lemonade
Spike your lemonade and make a cocktail with this recipe for strawberry-infused vodka.
Restaurant review: Buon appetito at Sea-Guini
Service is rough, but Sea-Guini’s Med-Italian fare in Clearwater Beach is mostly excellent.
GIFF Spotlight: Tonight’s opening night film, Eye In The Sky
Gasparilla arts month continues with the kick-off of Tampa’s biggest film fest.
Sh*t happened 3/30/16: Tampa man sues Shatner over alleged paternity, kitten thrown from car
As the sun rises to once again banish the darkness in a symbolic rebirth, let us all gawk one final time at yesterday as it recedes with the night. You can point and laugh if you want to, as well, but some people are gonna judge you on that. Remember that Tampa guy who swears…
The abandoned: South Florida’s population of forlorn dogs vexes Tampa Bay rescue
There was no way of knowing how long she had been out here, let alone what her name had been. But as she (slowly) walked toward the people bearing chicken, hamburger meat and kibble who were gathered at the entryway to the warehouse, three things became obvious: she was hungry, she was scared and she…
GIFF Spotlight: Waiting On Mary
There’s something about Mary…
Local beer, food planned for Brew Bus grand opening
Brew Bus will celebrate its Seminole Heights debut with food trucks, beer releases and more.
Upscale gastropub brings Brazilian cuisine to Lakeland
In Lakeland, farm-to-table and seasonally inspired Brazilian dishes are coming later this year.
Rick Scott approves deal to …buy and protect land? Whoa.
The News Service of Florida is reporting that Governor Rick Scott — the same guy who made his staff stop using phrases like “climate change” — has signed off on a proposal to buy up ranch land in Pasco and Dixie Counties for purposes of environmental protection. No, it’s not an April Fool’s joke; we…
Dems: Senators should do Senator things, like SCOTUS confirmation hearings and stuff
It's been weeks now since President Obama announced Merrick Garland was his pick for the empty U.S. Supreme Court seat. The seat was of course made vacant by the unexpected passing of Justice Antonin Scalia, a known conservative firebrand. It's the president's job to nominate his successor, which he did. It's the U.S. Senate's job…
Duckweed Urban Grocery comes to Channelside
A three-day grand opening is planned for Channel District newbie Duckweed Urban Grocery.
Soapbox Soliloquy presents video for “I Want Your Carcass,” preps for LP release in May
Peep the video for the second single off forthcoming Heady Stones, and hear the first single, too.
Sh*t happened 3/29/16: Justice files!
Monday was weird. And saying something was weirder than usual in Florida is kind of like saying that ghost-pepper-and-verde-chili sauce was a little spicy. Guard your taste buds this Taco Tuesday, my friends. A 67-year-old Kenneth City veteran faces prison after admitting he lied about the severity of an eye injury in order to collect…
Inspired by a True Story: freeFall Announces 2016-17 Season
Peter and the Starcatchers returns — with a bonus.
New BRGR Kitchen & Bar invites patrons to eat, drink, explore
Elevated burgers and other comfort foods have premiered at Treasure Island’s BRGR Kitchen.
Second location from Trinity Cafe holds opening celebration
Trinity Cafe 2’s launch inside a Tampa church will allow for twice as many meals to be served daily.
Beach bound: Mastry’s Brewing reveals more of what’s in store
Mastry’s Brewing shared its plans for St. Pete Beach during a groundbreaking ceremony Monday.
Weekly Tune-Up: New music for your week by Anthony Hamilton, White Denim, The Thermals, Kanye West + more
A playlist of 15 tunes to launch you into the week. Spotify playlist included.
Sh*t happened 3/28/16: Car lot heist, Tampa Pride killed it, senseless stupidity
Good morning! Have your allergies killed you yet? Me too. Be strong, little warrior. FRIDAY, MARCH 25: Tampa Bay posted unemployment numbers below both the state and national average. We gots more Statue of Liberty instant tax return sign flippers than anybody! The University of Florida gave football coach Jim McElwain a $750K raise for…
Shots fired: Veiny Hands, Jellyfish Brothers and Reality Asylum at The Bends, St. Petersburg
The St. Pete psych-blues outfit warmed up real good for next week’s tour this past Sat., March 26, 2016
Hot, humid and happy: Photos from 2016 Tampa Pride
The LGBT festival returns to Ybor City for a second year.
Appreciating WUSF jazz music host Bob Seymour on the eve of his retirement
Resident jazz aficionado Eric Snider waxes on a longtime staple of local jazz radio as he bids adieu.
This Saturday in live music: Zach Cooper, NRBQ, The Baseball Project + more
A breakdown of concerts highlights for this Sat., March 26.
Do This: Lab Theater Project launches with a topical new play, Cleave
Memorable performances in a play that resonates.
RedFeather presents new Moon EP at a release party tonight
The space-folk outfit leads The Loft’s Final Friday showcase.
Carlos Lopez-Cantera (our Lt. Gov., ICYMI) to stump for U.S. Senate bid in Tampa Monday
Ahhh, election season. It brings people to town who wouldn't otherwise converse with you unless they're being generously paid to. And with the presidential primary now a paragraph in Florida's bizarre political history, campaigning for all the other primaries ahead of the Aug. 30 primary — U.S. Senate, Congressional, state legislative seats — is starting…
Shots fired: Telekinetic Walrus at Fubar, St. Petersburg
The Miami funk spectacle dropped it in St. Pete this past Thurs., March 24.
Celebrity chef to host first HSN culinary series
Starting April 2, HSN will kick off a live “farmers’ market” series with chef Donatella Arpaia.
Weekend Platter: Scottish breakfast, Easter brunch & more
Food and drink events to help you learn about the loquat, celebrate Easter with brunch and more.
Sh*t happened 3/25/16: Bye Bob Seymour, name that (TIA) train, RIP Garry Shandling
And so another workweek recedes into the hazy distance of the past, taking with it just a little bit of each of us, as each falling tide inexorably lessens the grains of sand on the shore. Or not. Whatever. Drinks at 5? WUSF jazz music director and radio-show host Bob Seymour announced that he's retiring…
This Friday in live music: Intronaut, Lil Wyte, Atlanta Rhythm Section + more
A look at concert highlights for this Fri., March 25, plus a peek ahead at the weekend
Grocery delivery caters to health-conscious consumers in Clearwater
WeDeliverGroceries.com and Nature’s Food Patch have teamed up on a new delivery service.
Transforming Tampa Bay: TBX roadkill
Donna Craig had a plan. By 60, the graphic artist/belly dancer/chef would be in her mortgage-free home realizing a long-standing ambition. “I sold my South Tampa home and paid cash for a historic home facing a park with a side yard where I could park my dream… a food truck!” The front porch of Donna’s…
Dark & Sinful: Friends sexting friends
Ahh. The pleasures of technology. We talk to text. The Bluetooth connects your phone to your car so that, at some point, someone inevitably will hear the Carrie Underwood you “accidentally” downloaded. Apparently, if you have a Samsung and you’re Lil Wayne, you can go virtual surfing in Thailand with please-give-me-a-job Wesley Snipes. Alexander Graham…
Watch: Kendrick Lamar and Ice Cube join Funkadelic for trippy new video “Ain’t That Funkin’ Hard On You? (Remix)”
Full of flying saucers, slow motion turned up-edness and so much more
A different bird: Saturday’s Hawaii Democratic caucus might not turn out the way you expect
If you look at most of the states that have had presidential preference contests thus far, an obvious pattern emerges: states with caucuses as opposed to primaries tend to go toward the candidate that strikes a chord with the most passionate wing of a given party. Hence, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders' and Texas Sen. Ted…
Sh*t happened 3/24/16: Rick Scott doesn’t blow it, Pasco racist sentenced, beer truck hits potato chip truck
Sometimes it all just works out. And then there's, you know, all the other times. Florida Governor and living answer to some weird question about a skeleton jumping out of its own skin and going around oppressing the impoverished Rick Scott signed a bunch of inoffensive and even downright beneficial bills into law, including greenlighting…
Tonight in live music: Earphunk, Daniel Bachman, Unwritten Law + more
A look at some concerts hitting town this Thurs., March 24.
Listening Room Festival launches its fifth year with Antsy McClain, Ryanhood + more
The 2016 edition of the fest spotlighting listening and living room concerts brings nearly a dozen acts to Tampa Bay
GIFF and Reel Deal Film Series premiere Have Gun, Will Travel and Friends Perform The Last Waltz
A concert doc about a band paying tribute to a concert doc hits the Gasparilla film fest.
Do This: Moon City and Synesthesia
Marvelous mashups at the Studio@620.
Do This: Think outside the (music) box
Interactive musical art
Road Trip! Two eggs and many Indians
How to fool a future president and get a cup of sugar.
A Lame Duck Gets Lucky
Waddles can’t waddle, but she can wheel.
