

Despite little-known challenger, Darden Rice kicks off reelection bid “with gusto”
The St. Pete City Council Chair said she won’t run like she’s unopposed.
Imagine Music Festival Preview: These are the Top 5 can’t miss acts on the undercard
Which ones are you planning to see?
Tonight in live music; Mumford & Sons, Luis Fonsi, Hiss Golden Messenger, Riff Raff and more
It’s also the last Acoustic BBQ at New World Brewery.
Sh*t Happened 9/20/17: Thieves of joy, cigarette saves life, new Terminator film announced
Because reality is no longer an objective thing.
Today in rock history; Zeppelin records debut LP, Bowie’s “Fame” goes no. 1, 100 Club’s punk rock fest and Kate Bush is a hit back home
Bowie’s song was so big that even ‘Soul Train’ had him on.
S Bar closes its doors in Brandon after a brief run
The young restaurant was part sushi joint, part Southern bistro and part speakeasy-style bar.
As Duke vows better hurricane readiness, a call for them to stop donating gobs of money to Florida pols
In other words, maybe don’t give untold amounts of money to politicians who will in turn not regulate you.
Hey, Mr. Wilson! Get to know the man behind The Hall on Franklin
A Q&A with The Hall’s Jamal Wilson.
No. 3 is Kahwa Coffee’s new collab with Evan Longoria
Proceeds from the limited-release blend benefit post-Irma relief efforts in Florida.
Here’s an easy way to donate goods or cash to help Hurricane Irma recovery
Take ’em to the Goodwill kiosk at Amalie Arena this week.
City Wilds: A classic Florida storm story, c. 1542
No matter the century, storm stories always involve losing power.
Interview: Before Clearwater stop, Tommy Stinson talks Bash & Pop and staying true to yourself
The band opens for the Psychedelic Furs at Capitol Theatre on September 24.
The Replacements’ Tommy Stinson says he’s working on a TV show
“It is definitely a thing.”
Tonight in live music; Hanson at Jannus, The Bolt’s last New World show, Joey Harkum and hurricane songs elsewhere
Nice little Tuesday, big ppender.
American Stage’s The Royale: Kim Sullivan returns
After 10 consecutive August Wilson plays, actor Kim Sullivan is into something new at American Stage.
Today in rock history; Winter Haven’s Gram Parsons dies, Simon and Garfunkel’s historic Central Park concert and more
Chubby Checker finds a hit in “The Twist” and Linda Ronstadt releases her ninth album.
Q&A: Before Pearl Jam film, Tampa Theatre’s Jill Witecki talks renovations, securing concert docs and more
The Danny Clinch-directed ‘Let’s Play Two’ chronicles the band’s historic Wrigley Field shows and screens for one night only on October 3.
Sh*t Happened 9/19/17: Irma fallout continues
It ain’t over yet, folks.
Local talent takes Tiny Bacteria to Cannes
The film industry in Tampa Bay hits a milestone.
Testing suggests no post-Irma contamination at Florida Superfund sites
Well, that’s a relief.
Today in rock history; Hendrix dies, Black Sabbath is Paranoid, Kiss members go solo and more
Dylan has ‘Mercy,’ too.
Tonight in live music; Chris Preston’s Pabst Bottle Release show with Cat Mat, DJ Cub and more
Correcting the Irma-effect.
Interview: Before Tampa show, Arcade Fire’s Richard Reed Parry talks about trolling the media, solo work, what it’s like to be led by Win Butler and more
The band plays USF Sun Dome on September 22.
All roads lead to art
Auction + anniversary = party time.
Tonight in live music; J.T. Brown video premiere, Overkill at State Theatre, One of the Worst DJs at New World and more
You have less than a week left to enjoy New World Brewery in Ybor City.
Festival Preview: Earthdance 2017 is a synchronized, global dance party
Earthdance everywhere is different, but the Florida version of the festival is sure to turn heads this year with it’s incredible production.
Confessions of an amateur athlete: Slow and steady wins the race
A rookie runner deals with injury, healing and looking forward to her next race.
Becoming Mimi: Skyler Volpe and the Rent anniversary tour
This is how she pays the rent… (sing it with us, you know you want to.)
Tonight in live music; Bleachers at Jannus, electro at Green Bench, The Melvins, Band of Sorrows and more
Row Jomah releases its LP in Dunedin, too.
Weekend Platter: Anniversary parties, a pop-up brunch and more
A hearty lineup of weekend food and drink events.
Furricane Relief: Help Tampa Bay pets and animals affected by Hurricane Irma
Donate today to help us make a difference.
CL Premiere: Row Jomah ponders the end of an affair on “Shred the Gnar” from new LP, Guns & God & Gold
The band celebrates the album release on September 16 in Dunedin.
Adventures in Weekending: 10 things to do in Tampa Bay this weekend that are fun and help local businesses
Whether or not you have power/internet/cable/cell service, here’s where you can have some fun.
Tonight in live music; A band with the worst band name ever plays New World, Fre$h P gives Crowbar hurricane relief, Joel Mull at the Castle and more
Plus cancellations at Jannus and Lucky You Tattoo in St. Pete.
Tampa Bay grunge-gaze trio Sentries finally releases music ahead of shows with Horsewhip and Black P*ssy — listen to “Graticule” now
It may release even more new music in 2020.
Local beer for Lightning 25th anniversary in the works
Big Storm Brewing Co. has teamed up with the Bolts to brew a light lager.
Today in rock history; Ford brings 8-tracks to automobiles, Johnny Ramone dies and more
The Kinks, Huey Lewis and the News both release big records.
Major renovations to temporarily close Cassis on Beach Drive starting Sunday
Updates are planned for the downtown St. Pete brasserie inside and out.
Here’s the October Movies in the Park lineup
Here are the films St. Petersburg Preservation has in Straub Park next month.
Where to eat a nine-patty, nine-cheese burger for National Cheeseburger Day
Whoever finishes the Wayback Burgers behemoth the quickest nabs a $3,330 cash prize.
Interview: Before Ybor show, The Melvins’ Buzz Osborne says he’d “get the f*** away” from a hurricane, details band’s new double LP, more
The band plays Orpheum on Sept. 16.
Cigar City, Ball Corporation join forces with CAN’d to get clean water to Irma-impacted counties
There are 163,200 cans of H2O ready for Florida residents in need.
Holy shit, y’all: Stan Lee coming to Tampa for MegaCon
He’s coming to support Hurricane Irma efforts.
It looks like I-75 will stay open, after all
For those worried about the possibility that post-Irma flooding may cause the major artery to close.
Tampa’s Jeff Philbin finishes strong among the MasterChef top 5
The Season 8 competitor might’ve gotten the boot, but he said he still feels like he won.
Fancy a cool stay-cation? Here are the hotels in Pinellas County that have reopened since Irma
And most of them have power.
Tonight in live music; Jaialai brings Miami to Ybor City, Plastic Pinks in St. Pete, Crowbar keeps fighting and more
Still some postponed shows showing up.
Today in rock history; Amy Winehouse is born, the first ever MTV VMAs and more
Clapton reinvents Marley to go no. ,1 and ‘Quadrophenia’ flick is released, too.
At the Tampa Theatre: Looking under the hood of the Beatles’ epochal Rubber Soul
Beatles geek Scott Frieman “deconstructs” the album Rubber Soul.
Let’s do the Twist: TheatreX presents the musical Oliver!
Fagin and the Artful Dodger have been following poor Oliver Twist around ever since 1837, when Charles Dickens first set quill to paper. And once playwright Lionel Bart turned Dickens’ Victorian-era melodrama into the jolly musical Oliver! 120 years later, it’s been virtually impossible to find anyone who won’t sing, when prodded, “Consider yourself at…
Storm Stories: Terrifying moments and hurricane heroes
The worst of times can bring out the best in people.
On the Sauce: Sweet Relief
If there’s one thing the storm reminded us, it’s not to take sunny, breezy days for granted.
The Hall on Franklin: 8 things to order right now
A roundup of dishes and drinks you can’t go wrong with downing at Tampa’s first food hall.
Riding the storm out: Tales from Tampa Bay’s hurricane-ravaged music scene
Skipper’s gives back, too.
Autumnal ales: 4 beers worth seeking out through fall
Seasonal recommendations from those who curate some of the best bottle lists around.
What to expect from Bumpa’s Fish Shack, new in Tarpon Springs
With a soft opening set for next week, the restaurant is designed with the locals in mind.






