A high-energy live concert photograph of the band Poison The Well performing at Crowbar in Tampa on March 23, 2026. Vocalist Jeffrey Moreira, with a beard and wearing a black t-shirt, shouts into a microphone on the left. Beside them, a guitarist in a white t-shirt plays a light-colored electric guitar with an intense, open-mouthed expression. Several fans' arms are raised in the foreground, reaching toward the stage under blue and white stage lights.

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Photos: Poison The Well brings comeback tour to Crowbar in Ybor City

Tampa band Contention opened.

by Ray Roa, Kirsten Clauser and Dave Decker March 24, 2026March 24, 2026

The four members of the band Cozy In The Black pose in a dimly lit room with walls covered in white graffiti and stickers. The central figure wears a large faux-fur trapper hat, a lace-trimmed skirt, and tall brown boots; the other three members stand behind them wearing eclectic headwear, including a red and white knit cap and a black beanie.

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WMNF Tampa hosts second ‘Save Our Soundwaves’ concert on Thursday

Art-punk, rock and pop are all on the agenda.

by Ray Roa March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

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Sunday concert aims to ‘Engage’ Hillsborough Democrats

Two powerhouse emcees are on the bill along with rock outfits, and DJ Deacon.

by Ray Roa March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

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Québécois electro producer Cult Member brings ‘New Life’ to Tampa

Liam Hayden is at Crowbar this weekend.

by Ray Roa March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

Songwriter Betty Dawl performing as Eemmyy at Crowbar in Ybor City; she wears a ruffled pink top and sings into a microphone during a Women's Day concert.

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Photos: Ybor City packs Crowbar for International Women’s Day concert

Eemmyy curated a show that included Ari Chi, Shevonne, and more.

by Ray Roa March 9, 2026March 9, 2026

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All-star Women’s Day concert comes to Ybor City this weekend

Curated by Betty Dawl, the lineup includes Purple Gurl guitarist and drummer Shevonne and Natalie Depergola.

by Ray Roa March 6, 2026March 6, 2026

The Sh-Booms band members posing together in front of a white geometric breeze block wall. The eight individuals are dressed in stylish casual and professional attire, featuring a mix of black button-downs, a gold shirt, and a central figure in a black wrap dress.

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Orlando garage-soul favorite The Sh-Booms brings new EP to Tampa

The band is at Crowbar on Saturday.

by Ray Roa March 6, 2026March 6, 2026

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Photos: Everyone we saw at Punk Black Tampa 2026

It was the festival’s last time at Crowbar, ahead of the venue’s closing this summer.

by Ray Roa and Ryan Metcalf March 2, 2026March 3, 2026

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Analog-loving New Orleans Americana band The Deslondes plays Tampa on Monday

Only fools will miss Sabine McCalla in the opening slot.

by Ray Roa February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

Portrait of Tampa Bay songwriter Fessi K wearing a green and tan letterman-style varsity jacket. She has reddish-brown braided hair adorned with butterfly clips and beads, posing outdoors in front of a modern white building and a hilly landscape.

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Punk Black Tampa hosts its final Crowbar throwdown this weekend

Fessi K is in the lineup along with Pilot Jonezz, He.Kindly and more.

by Ray Roa February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

Four people pose for a group portrait in front of a white draped backdrop. One person stands in the center back wearing a green bandeau top and a matching wrap, while three others are seated in front of them: one on the left in a tan textured suit, one in the center foreground on a red plastic crate wearing a white tank top and green trousers, and one on the right in a brown button-down set. They are positioned on a brown rug, and a potted palm tree is visible on the far left.

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Chuwi, the secret sauce on ‘Weltita’ by Bad Bunny, will play a Tampa concert this summer

Puerto Rican music’s moment comes to Ybor City in May.

by Ray Roa February 6, 2026February 6, 2026

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Tampa producers to honor J Dilla on the 20th anniversary of his death

Heads pay homage this Sunday at an open aux event.

by Selene San Felice and Ray Roa February 4, 2026February 5, 2026

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Chuck Ragan brings Tim Barry and Cory Branan for one last Crowbar singalong

The trio brings Revival Tour vibes to Ybor City on Sunday.

by Ray Roa January 6, 2026January 6, 2026

A wide-angle, fisheye photograph of a three-piece rock band performing on a dimly lit stage. A guitarist in a black t-shirt and glasses sings into a microphone in the foreground, illuminated by bright blue stage lights, while a drummer and bassist perform in the background.

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‘Beginning of the End’ concert kicks of Crowbar’s final year in Ybor City

The storied Tampa venue will see its lease run out this year, after 20 years in the historic district.

by Ray Roa December 30, 2025December 30, 2025

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Photos: Everyone we saw at Coppertail’s Crowbar legacy beer concert

Pour one out for Tampa Bay’s legendary small venue.

by Selene San Felice and Dave Decker December 26, 2025December 26, 2025

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Everyone we saw when Discord Theory played Crowbar last weekend [Photos]

by Dave Decker December 19, 2025December 19, 2025

A person with a neutral expression looks down toward the camera, wearing black sunglasses and a baseball cap with a bright yellow underside to the brim. The strong outdoor lighting highlights the texture of the subject's beard and clothing.

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Music lawyer is turning his birthday party into a showcase of Tampa hip-hop

And there’s no cover if you bring a toy to donate.

by Ray Roa December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

A close-up, slightly high-angle portrait of a person looking directly at the camera with a neutral, serious expression. The subject is positioned on the ground surrounded by natural greenery and small yellow blooms.

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North American tour by rising Florida songwriter Nep among best new concerts coming to Tampa Bay

Her sound was shaped by Daytona Beach and the Frost School of Music.

by Ray Roa December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

A high-contrast nighttime photo of a young woman with long blonde hair leaning against the front of a vintage white Ford Mustang. She wears a white graphic t-shirt and ripped blue jeans, looking directly at the camera under bright flash lighting, with a white wooden fence visible in the dark background.

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Cowgirl Clue brings out-of-the-box country to Ybor City’s Crowbar on December 3

Chloe Kohanski, a 31-year-old who almost competed on Team Miley on the 13th season of ‘The Voice,’ brings her bedroom-pop project sweet93 to open the show.

by Ray Roa November 26, 2025November 26, 2025

A man with a full beard, black bandana, and a plaid shirt smiles while standing in the foreground at a night event, with two other men visible behind him, and palm fronds dimly lit to the left.

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Crowbar’s final ‘Drunken Turkey Fry’ happens Wednesday

GOAT-ed Tampa producer-emcee Vern Sr. closes the no-cover pre-holiday throwdown with a hybrid set.

by Ray Roa November 21, 2025November 21, 2025