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An indoor portrait photograph showing musician Anthony Santaniello of Antro Banks. Captured in a medium close-up shot inside a dimly lit venue, Santaniello leans forward on a counter while looking directly into the camera lens with medium-length brown hair. He wears a blue denim button-up shirt over a dark tee under vibrant purple and blue ambient bar lighting, with an archway, warm background lights, and another person visible in the blurred background.

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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

Tampa Bay area songwriter Anthony Santaniello brings his solo project Antro Banks to a local showcase happening at Bayboro Brewing in St. Petersburg on Oct. 3.

An indoor portrait photograph by Dave Kasnic showing singer-songwriter Bonnie 'Prince' Billy. Seated at a large wooden dining table in a brightly lit room next to double windows, he wears a light-colored undershirt beneath an unzipped navy blue hooded sweatshirt with the hood pulled over his head, resting his left arm across the back of a wooden chair. On the table before him sits an antique manual typewriter alongside papers and small objects, set against a background featuring a bookshelf filled with books and natural window light.

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With new live album in tow, Bonnie Prince Billy plays St. Pete on Sunday

Tampa’s own Piper Harrow opens supporting her own a 2025 live release of tenor uke songs.

by Ray Roa September 23, 2026September 23, 2026

A promotional group portrait of funk-rock band Ajeva sitting together on a court bench at an outdoor tennis court. The five band members are seated side-by-side in athletic tennis wear—including white collared shirts, dark shorts, white crew socks, white sneakers, and a white baseball cap on the far right. Behind them, a chain-link fence separates the court from lush tropical palm trees and greenery under bright, direct sunlight, with a tennis net visible in the right foreground frame.

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St. Pete jam scene favorite Ajeva sends fans on ‘Sidequests’ this weekend

The band does two sets, including the elusive rave set, on Saturday.

by Ray Roa September 16, 2026September 16, 2026

A portrait photograph of Yavor (left) and Stefan Lilov of the Swiss instrumental groove band L'Eclair standing together outdoors under sunny daylight. On the left, Yavor looks toward the camera with a calm expression, wearing a patterned button-down shirt and vintage sunglasses. On the right, Stefan Lilov stands beside him, wearing a light-colored top under natural lighting. In the background, lush green trees frame the scene under a clear sky.

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Swiss brothers Yavor and Stefan Lilov bring L’Eclair for rare St. Pete show

Dominican-raised Cuban artist Charles Garmendia brings his Charlie Chimi Latin club project to open on Friday.

by Ray Roa July 30, 2026July 30, 2026

A promotional studio portrait of the band The Altons against a solid, dark reddish-brown background with a warm orange spotlight effect illuminating the center. Four band members are seated on the floor in a horizontal row, looking toward the camera. From left to right: a person with light brown hair and bangs wearing a black-and-white striped polo shirt and dark pants; an individual with long dark hair wearing an olive green long-sleeve shirt and dark trousers; a person with voluminous, curly dark hair wearing a sleeveless white turtleneck top, dark jeans, and a patterned neck scarf; and an individual with dark hair and a mustache wearing a brown corduroy jacket over a striped shirt.

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Chicano indie-soul band The Altons book short Florida tour, including stop in St. Petersburg

The band is going on the Sublime Reef Madness Tour, but not before a visit to Bayboro Brewing Co.

by Ray Roa July 20, 2026July 20, 2026

Shane and Ilya embrace in a scene from 'Heated Rivalry'

Arts & Entertainment

Tampa Bay has two viral ‘Heated Rivalry’ dance parties this month

The St. Pete and Tampa parties are a week apart, Hollander.

by Selene San Felice May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

A dynamic, live concert photograph of punk singer-songwriter Laura Jane Grace performing on stage. Grace is captured from the waist up, singing passionately into a microphone stand with their mouth wide open. They have curly dark hair, heavily tattooed arms, and are wearing a black graphic tank top.

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Laura Jane Grace returns to Ybor City for Tuesday concert

UPDATE: This show has been moved to Ybor City.

by Ray Roa May 1, 2026May 4, 2026

A close-up group portrait of the four members of the Brazilian band Boogarins against a plain off-white wall. The band members are huddled closely together, looking directly at the camera with serious but calm expressions. From left to right: a man with a short afro and beard; a man with shorter hair and a mustache in the back; a man with long, wavy brown hair in the center foreground; and a man with a large, voluminous afro on the right. They are all wearing dark clothing, and the lighting is warm and soft, casting gentle shadows against the corner of the wall.

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Brazilian psych-rock giant Boogarins returns to Tampa Bay this weekend

Timothy Eerie plays support at Bayboro Brewing Co.

by Ray Roa April 21, 2026April 21, 2026

Alt-country band Deer Tick standing on a bridge in front of a city skyline; the four members wear casual attire including flannel shirts, sunglasses, and denim.

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Providence rock and roll legend Deer Tick will play St. Pete this fall

A new album is due in June.

by Ray Roa March 10, 2026March 10, 2026

A person with long blonde hair lies horizontally across a tufted, cream-colored chaise lounge. They are wearing an all-white suit and black high-heeled slingback shoes, with one leg bent upward resting on the back of the sofa. They are holding a violin and bow across their torso while looking directly at the camera. The background consists of a dark, textured brick wall and a grey concrete floor.Bronwyn Keith-Hynes

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Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, former fiddler for Molly Tuttle, brings solo project to St. Pete this weekend

Travelin’ McCourys fiddler Jason Carter is on the bill, too.

by Ray Roa February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

A studio portrait of a person with long, wavy blonde hair and pink lipstick, posed against a solid pink background. They are wearing a vibrant, one-shoulder tropical print garment featuring green palm leaves and orange-and-yellow Macaw patterns, finished with fringe on the sleeve.

Brazilian jazz artist Daniela Soledade debuts new band at St. Pete ‘Caricoa Nights’ concert

by Ray Roa January 21, 2026January 21, 2026

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Whippersnap festival is still a month away, but this weekend’s St. Pete superjam features three scene giants

Delvon Lamarr, Joe Marcinek and Jason Hann come together at Bayboro Brewing Co.

by Ray Roa January 6, 2026January 6, 2026

Musician Mason Jennings stands in front of a weathered wooden fence. They have dark, curly hair and a mustache, wearing a teal t-shirt under a tan cardigan with a vibrant geometric pattern in orange, red, and blue. Sunlight filters through trees in the background.

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Mason Jennings brings 20th studio LP to St. Pete on Friday

It’s his Bayboro Brewing Co. debut.

by Ray Roa January 6, 2026January 6, 2026

: Two musicians posing for a photo. The subject on the left stands with their hand in their pocket, and the subject on the right is touching their long, dark, wavy hair, both looking directly at the camera with serious expressions.

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‘One Tree Hill’ stars play music from the show in St. Pete on Dec. 18

Tyler Hilton and Kate Voegele are at Bayboro Brewing Co.

by Ray Roa December 10, 2025December 10, 2025

A musician in a jumpsuit and cap is captured playing an electric guitar aggressively in the foreground, bending over a stack of effects pedals. Blue stage lighting illuminates the drummer and another guitarist in the background.

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Have Gun, Will Travel launches new EP in St. Pete on Friday

The Americana scene staple has a reflection on NASA’s late-’70s satellite program.

by Ray Roa December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

Close-up crop of a painting on wood featuring a woman with dark hair and closed eyes, wearing golden chains and jewelry. A stylized, anatomical heart with roots emerges from her chest.

Arts & Entertainment

‘Cotton Candy Daydream’ brings a blend of contemporary pop art, surrealism and mysticism to St. Pete

Meet Orlando artists Cake Marques and MikeyBear McGrath this weekend at Bayboro Brewing.

by Jennifer Ring October 29, 2025October 29, 2025

A wide-angle, low-shot photograph of five band members standing close together in an outdoor parking lot under a bright sky. The central figure smiles slightly at the camera, wearing a black graphic t-shirt, while the other members look on.

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Mexican Slum Rats brings bold new LP to St. Pete on Tuesday

The rock band changed directions for ‘I Can’t Tell You But I Know That It’s Mine.’

by Ray Roa October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

A band performs live on stage under blue and purple lighting, with a backdrop displaying film-strip projections and abstract red spider-like artwork.

Music

Review: The Allah-Lahs first-ever Tampa Bay concert was well worth the wait

The four-piece has been together since 2008, with a discography dating back to its exquisite 2012 self-titled debut record.

by Gabe Echazabal October 13, 2025October 16, 2025

Black-and-white photo of four men sitting casually against a blank white backdrop. Each wears sunglasses and relaxed clothing, giving off a laid-back, vintage band aesthetic.

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Revered LA rock band Allah-Las makes St. Pete debut on Friday

Darren Rademaker’s The Tyde project opens along with Ray Monde’s lo-fi rock project Monde UFO.

by Ray Roa October 8, 2025October 8, 2025

Four young men stand in front of a white wall and metal gate, posing casually for a photo. Each is dressed in jeans and T-shirts or dark tops, with relaxed, serious expressions. The scene has a candid, lo-fi aesthetic.

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Grungy indie-pop band 60 Juno plays St. Pete this weekend

Mr. Floyd Larry opens along with homegrown heroes Blonde Gentlemen and Maily Rock.

by Ray Roa September 30, 2025September 30, 2025