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Andrew McMahon, with platinum hair, a blue button-down shirt, and a white sweater draped over his shoulders, leans over and intensely plays a dark, worn upright piano on a stage during a performance.

Music

Ahead of St. Pete Halloween show, Andrew McMahon reveals the best gig he ever saw

When one piano man wowed another.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 28, 2025October 28, 2025

Portrait of a man with a large afro, wearing a suit jacket and amber sunglasses, laughing enthusiastically while standing amidst several microphones; Photo by Stephanie Parsley.

Music

Charismatic rock oddball Andy Frasco brings introspective new LP to St. Pete this winter

Ries Brothers open at Jannus Live.

by J.C. Roddy October 27, 2025October 27, 2025

A young, dark-haired individual wearing a denim jacket and bracelets. They are smiling slightly, leaning forward, and pointing a finger directly at the viewer. The background is a solid, warm terracotta color.

Music

‘Lilo & Stitch’ ‘American Idol’ winner plays St. Pete on Monday

The ‘Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride’ stops at Jannus Live.

by Ray Roa October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

Two men, identified as members of the band The Mars Volta, stand side-by-side against a plain purplish-gray background. The man on the left has dark, curly hair and is wearing large, dark-rimmed glasses. He's dressed in a white collared shirt, open at the neck, and a dark brown vest. The man on the right also has long, dark, curly hair, and is looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression. He's wearing a black t-shirt, and his arms are crossed, revealing several tattoos on his forearms and a large ring on his right hand.

Music

Prog-rock outfit The Mars Volta brings new album to St. Pete next month

They’re bringing the “Graveyard Love” to Jannus Live.

by Josh Bradley October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

A man and a woman stand side by side against a lush green leafy backdrop; the woman wears a fur coat and leopard-print tights, while the man wears dark sunglasses and a black jacket.

Music

Electro-pop duo Phantogram returns to St. Pete this month

The New York duo’s 2014 song ‘Black Out Days’ has found new life on TikTok.

by Sophia Lowrie October 9, 2025October 9, 2025

Music

Ahead of St. Pete set, Braison Cyrus reveals the best gig he ever saw

He opens for his little sister next weekend.

by Josh Bradley October 8, 2025October 8, 2025

Three men pose together and smile at the camera under a wooden ceiling with bright lights. The man in the middle wears a sleeveless white shirt, while the two on either side wear dark shirts and caps. They have their arms around each other in a friendly, relaxed setting.

Music, Show Previews

The Ries Brothers tap 311’s Nick Hexum to join band for headlining hometown show

‘Riespect Fest’ includes appearances from The Movement, Seranation, Honey Hounds, Badda Skat, The Reality and more.

by Ray Roa October 3, 2025October 3, 2025

A young man with a dark textured head covering is leaning against a light-colored wall. He has one hand on his forehead, as if shielding his eyes from the sun, and is looking at the camera. He is wearing a black t-shirt, rings, and a bracelet. The background is a blurry city street with red stools and signs with what appear to be Chinese characters. Analysis

Music

Destin Conrad brings debut buzzy jazz album to St. Pete this weekend

The 25-year-old is on the road supporting his first jazz-leaning album, ‘Whimsy.’

by Ray Roa September 25, 2025September 30, 2025

A musician with long blonde hair and a baseball cap is on a stage, singing into a microphone. They are wearing a black tank top, and their arms are outstretched. The stage is dimly lit with spotlights and a backdrop of geometric, glowing white lines.

Music

2hollis sells out Jannus Live fall show

The winner of Westeros’ performative male contest.

by Sophia Lowrie September 15, 2025September 15, 2025

Aidan Bissett, a young man with dark, curly hair, is captured in a close-up shot while performing on a dimly lit stage. He's wearing a tan jacket over a white shirt and is playing an electric guitar slung across his body. A microphone stands in front of him, and a warm, golden spotlight illuminates him from the side. He appears to be singing with his eyes closed and his head tilted slightly back.

Music

Tampa-bred supernova Aidan Bissett plays homecoming gig in St. Pete next week

Shut up and love him.

by Josh Bradley September 15, 2025September 17, 2025

A professional press photo shows four male musicians from the band The Struts standing side-by-side in front of a neutral-colored wall. All are wearing distinct black and metallic outfits with a glam-rock aesthetic.

Music

Review: In St. Petersburg, The Struts give Everybody Wants a joyful, flashy birthday party

“Their conviction and determination to keep the torch burning for glam-infused, exuberant, spirited rock music is as admirable as it is infectious.”

by Gabe Echazabal September 2, 2025September 5, 2025

A low-angle shot shows Shirley Manson, the lead singer of the band Garbage, performing on stage. She is wearing a bold outfit consisting of a black and white pinstripe suit jacket over a white shirt with an orange polka-dot tie. Her hair is styled in a spiky blonde ponytail. She is holding a microphone with her left hand and pointing forward with her right. The background is dark and smoky, with green stage lights illuminating her from below.

Music

Garbage bringing final tour to St. Petersburg this weekend

Starcrawler opens the Jannus Live show.

by Josh Bradley September 2, 2025September 10, 2025

Music

Indie-pop trio Almost Monday opens for The Band Camino in St. Petersburg this fall

“Can’t Slow Down” has been blowing up on alt-rock radio.

by Josh Bradley August 29, 2025September 1, 2025

Music

Plain White T’s, We The Kings bringing co-headlining show to St. Pete this fall

Check yes, Delilah.

by Josh Bradley August 25, 2025September 1, 2025

Music

December concert from Wu-Tang Clan co-founder Raekown among best new concerts coming to Tampa Bay

The Chef will have Mobb Deep in tow, too.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley August 19, 2025September 1, 2025

Music

D4vd returns to Tampa Bay with debut album

Bryant Barnes brings more pop R&B to the St. Pete show.

by Ray Roa August 7, 2025September 1, 2025

Music

Before St. Pete concert, If Not For Me singer Patty Glover shares the best gig he ever saw

“Watching those bands give it all they had on a painted concrete floor right into the faces of a room full of kids rewired me forever.”

by Josh Bradley July 30, 2025August 22, 2025

Music

Florida Georgia Line’s Brian Kelley plays St. Pete show in August

Bring a pirate flag to Jannus Live.

by Josh Bradley July 30, 2025August 27, 2025

Music

Mexican pop-metal singer Violent Vira comes to St. Pete on Monday

Don’t burn any bibles, though.

by Josh Bradley July 24, 2025August 28, 2025

Music

Dancehall legend Barrington Levy plays St. Pete on tuesday

He brings along a half-century’s worth material.

by Josh Bradley July 17, 2025July 31, 2025