Black-and-white portrait of a man wearing glasses, a striped jacket, and a bucket hat. He looks directly at the camera with a calm expression, holding the brim of his hat with both hands. The background features a playful polka dot pattern. — Krush Sunami, who plays Crowbar in Ybor City, Florida on Sept. 14, 2025. Credit: Photo via Krush Sunami EPK

Aych might not be hosting Da Cypher anymore, but the Tampa rapper and promoter still has his ear to the ground in a huge way.

The fruits of his curiosity manifest themselves each year in the form of Loud On 7th, a multi-venue, week-long festival that kicked off last Monday.

The party really gets going this weekend with a showcase in Seminole Heights (Rvkless, Dabaddest Lyrik, Hyfa and more are on the bill) and Versuz-style show happening Friday at the WR Event Center. Lovers can check out the songwriter showcase at Crowbar on Saturday, and it all wraps with an Orlando invasion featuring DJ Krush Sunami.

More information about Loud On 7th happening at multiple venues in Tampa and Ybor City now through Sunday, Sept. 14 is at loudonseventh.com.

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