A promotional press photograph showing singer-songwriter and pianist Ben Folds. Captured in a tight, head-on studio close-up portrait against an off-white background wall, Ben Folds raises his right hand to cover the center of his face, resting his fingers across his nose bridge and black-framed eyeglasses while looking forward. He wears a plain dark t-shirt under direct, high-contrast flash lighting.

Tampa Bay’s best new concerts, including the Ben Folds Five reunion coming to Clearwater

Plus Des Rocs, Rabbit In the Moon, The Struts with Def Leppard and more.

by Claire Sierra November 9, 2026November 9, 2026

Ben Folds Five, the piano-driven ’90s rock-pop hero, celebrates the 30th anniversary of its debut LP with a short tour that includes an April 2027 stop in Clearwater, Florida.

A concert performance photograph by Caitlin Carter showing Alice Cooper plays the BayCare Sound in Clearwater, Florida on Feb. 8, 2025. Captured in a medium close-up shot, rock musician Alice Cooper sings into a microphone held in his right hand clad in a black leather glove. He wears a black top hat adorned with a silver emblem, dark eye makeup, a black ruffled shirt decorated with military-style medal ribbons and lapel pins, and a beaded necklace under dramatic, high-contrast stage lighting.

Music

Shock rocker, bestselling author, Alice Cooper, returns to Clearwater on Tuesday

His Alice’s Attic Tour spans nearly two dozen songs that cover his entire career.

by Ray Roa October 21, 2026October 21, 2026

A promotional band portrait by Ryan Noaker showing the band The Hip Abduction. Captured in a centered eye-level shot, the five members of St. Petersburg world-pop band The Hip Abduction pose in front of a wide, weather-worn red garage roll-up door. The band members stand and sit in casual streetwear—including dark t-shirts, jeans, and sunglasses—arranged symmetrically across the paved threshold under balanced outdoor ambient lighting.

Music

St. Pete reggae-rock band The Hip Abduction set to play biggest hometown headline show to date

Don’t be surprised to see an expanded lineup at the BayCare Sound.

by Ray Roa October 21, 2026October 21, 2026

A promotional group portrait photograph of indie rock band Modest Mouse. Standing inside a wooden barn structure with stalls and rafters, five figures pose in white jump-suit outfits and costumes. In the center, frontman Isaac Brock holds hands with two people on either side who wear character masks—one with a blue face and patterned rain boots gesturing outward, and another with a masked face on the right. Behind them stand two figures draped under white sheet ghost costumes, alongside a band member in a white shirt, beige trousers, and a white brimmed hat under warm indoor lighting.

Music

Modest Mouse, now free from major labels, plays Clearwater on Wednesday

Guitarist Simon O’Connor was also recently dropped from. the lineup.

by Ray Roa September 11, 2026September 11, 2026

A wide-angle live performance photograph showing pop-punk band Yellowcard performing on stage at Yuengling Center in Tampa, Florida on July 23, 2023. Captured from low in front of the stage, frontman Ryan Key leaps into the air with his legs spread wide atop a metal stage platform while playing a white electric guitar under bright yellow and orange spotlights. Behind him, bandmates perform on bass, guitar, and drums set against a backdrop illuminated with blue sky and cloud visuals.

Music

Yellowcard tops 97X ‘Legends’ lineup coming to Clearwater on Friday

by Ray Roa September 3, 2026September 3, 2026

A high-angle outdoor group portrait by Zuri Moult showing four members of Fesssi K. standing together on an outdoor basketball court. Arranged from left to right, Vonne Parks stands on the far left wearing a dark corduroy cap embroidered with "Ocean Beauty" and a light blue striped button-down shirt; Micah Jno Baptise stands in the back left wearing a black t-shirt printed with "her new knife"; Noel Colon stands in the back right wearing glasses, a black baseball cap, and a white graphic t-shirt while resting his hand on a metallic pole; and Zoe Robinson stands in the center foreground wearing a light grey sweater vest adorned with patches and layered gold necklaces, featuring short blonde styled hair.

Music

Fesssi K. releases one of the Tampa Bay area’s best rock LPs of 2026 this weekend

Blame Jeff Buckley.

by Ray Roa August 27, 2026August 27, 2026

A concert photograph showing band members of Devo—(L-R) Gerald Casale, Josh Hager, Mark Mothersbaugh, and Bob Mothersbaugh—performing live at the Eventim Apollo in London, England, on August 19, 2023. Captured in a wide shot from within the crowd, the four musicians stand on stage wearing their signature bright yellow radiation-style protective suits with "DEVO" printed across the chest, dark glasses, and black shoulder straps. Mark Mothersbaugh sings into a microphone at center stage while Bob Mothersbaugh plays a sunburst electric guitar on the right, as audience members hold up smartphone screens in silhouette in the foreground under bright stage backlighting.

Music

Interview: Devo’s Gerald Casale talks Tampa fronton gig, farewell tours, before Clearwater debut

The band plays BayCare Sound on Aug. 27.

by Gabe Echazabal August 17, 2026August 17, 2026

A promotional photograph by Dean Chalkley showing Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook of the rock band Squeeze seated inside a dimly lit bar or venue. Positioned center frame from left to right, Chris Difford wears thick black-framed glasses, a dark suit jacket, white dress shirt, and patterned red tie while leaning over a wooden table; Glenn Tilbrook sits to his right in a matching dark suit jacket, crisp collared shirt, and tie, resting his forearm on a wooden chair back. The room is bathed in vibrant magenta and red ambient lighting with vintage framed artwork hanging on dark walls in the soft-focus background.rrrrrrrasd

Music

Interview: Before Clearwater concert, Glenn Tilbrook discusses Squeeze’s lost 1974 project ‘Trixies’

Haircut 100 and Adam Ant join the band at BayCare Sound on Aug. 19.

by Marty Clear August 7, 2026August 7, 2026

Music

Florida experimental pop trio LMH plays Clearwater on Saturday

Sector.FM’s new DIY space is coming alive.

by Ray Roa July 17, 2026July 17, 2026

An indoor promotional photograph of the band feeble little horse inside a sparse room with pale blue walls, grey carpeting, and a slanted ceiling on the left. The image is shot with a direct flash, featuring a blurry hand and a large white rectangular surface partially obscuring the immediate foreground. The four band members are positioned casually around the space. On the far left, an individual with shoulder-length wavy brown hair wears a tan long-sleeve shirt and dark jeans, sitting on the floor and leaning back on one hand. In the center, a member with long blonde hair, wearing a light pink slip dress and tall laced boots, sits on a low, pale green bench and leans down to whisper into the ear of a third member. This third individual, wearing a dark blue hoodie, grey pants, and brown shoes, sits on the floor leaning against the bench to listen. On the right, a fourth member with long dark hair sits cross-legged on the floor wearing a black long-sleeve shirt and blue jeans, looking directly at the camera.

Music

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening July 10-15

Including Feeble Little Horse, Dunedin Brewery’s 30th anniversary, J. Cole and more.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley July 9, 2026July 9, 2026

Music

Todd Rundgren will try to play your favorite song during two-night Clearwater stand

A lucky fan may even be able to come onstage to bang the drum on Thursday or Friday.

by Ray Roa June 24, 2026June 24, 2026

A tight, medium-shot portrait of singer-songwriter Steve Earle. They are facing the camera with a steady, intense expression. They have thinning gray hair, circular wire-rimmed glasses, and a long, pointed gray beard. They are wearing a light-colored, long-sleeved shirt with a subtle, small-scale patterned print. The subject is lit from the side by strong, warm light that highlights the texture of their face and beard, casting the opposite side of their face into shadow. The background is a dark, out-of-focus brick wall.

Music

Fresh off Steve Buscemi collaboration, ‘City of Immigrants’ songwriter Steve Earle returns to Clearwater

He’s at Capitol Theatre on June 11.

by Ray Roa June 4, 2026June 4, 2026

Music

Gov’t Mule and Ziggy Marley bring ‘Dreaming the Same Dream’ tour—and Yola—to Clearwater this fall

Despite varying sounds and intensities, the two acts have long shared a similar message.

By J.C. Roddy/Cigar City SoundsJune 1, 2026June 1, 2026

A close-up studio portrait of singer-songwriter Jason Mraz posing against a solid, light beige background. They are wearing a tan fedora with a dark band and a blue denim button-down shirt that is slightly unbuttoned at the collar. Mraz is looking directly at the camera with a subtle, relaxed smile. The bright, even lighting highlights their casual wardrobe and creates a calm, approachable atmosphere.

Music

Interview: Jason Mraz talks okra, equality and more ahead of Clearwater concert

Gregory Page opens for the two-time Grammy-winner at Ruth Eckerd Hall this weekend.

by Ray Roa May 12, 2026May 12, 2026

A horizontal promotional photograph of the rock band Bush standing together in front of a dark building exterior featuring a black metal roll-up door. From left to right: lead guitarist Chris Traynor wearing a black hoodie and a backward baseball cap; frontman Gavin Rossdale wearing a bold red and black flannel shirt; bassist Corey Britz, who has long dark hair, wearing a black button-up shirt; and drummer Nik Hughes, with short bleached-blonde hair, wearing a grey and green plaid short-sleeve button-down shirt. The four band members are looking directly at the camera with serious, relaxed expressions. The lighting is slightly underexposed, giving the portrait a gritty, urban atmosphere.

News & Views

‘Razorblade Suitcase’ is 30 years old, and Bush will play a lot of it at Clearwater concert

Gavin Rossdale & co. play the BayCare Sound on Wednesday.

by Ray Roa May 8, 2026May 8, 2026

A live concert photograph of Brittany Howard, lead vocalist and guitarist for Alabama Shakes, performing on stage. Howard is captured from the chest up, singing passionately into a black microphone while playing a teal electric guitar with a yellow headstock. They have short dark hair, are wearing clear round glasses, and are dressed in a distinctive, voluminous light blue jacket covered in thick fringe. The stage behind them is illuminated by moody purple and green lighting, highlighting soft, cloud-like scenic props.

Music

Review: At Clearwater show, Alabama Shakes remind fans the band is always evolving

The April 30 performance blended early hits, deep emotion, and new songs into a set driven by memory and momentum.

by J.C. Roddy and Sandra Dohnert May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Music

Interview: Graham Nash has a new song about ICE, lots of love for Florida, and still sends roses to Joni Mitchell every year

The ex-Hollie is back at Clearwater’s Bilheimer Capitol Theatre this month.

by Ray Roa April 14, 2026April 14, 2026

Music

Willie Nelson is coming to Clearwater this summer

He’ll be 93 years old by the time he lands at the BayCare Sound.

by Ray Roa April 7, 2026April 7, 2026

Music

Interview: Before Clearwater concert, John Legend talks new Broadway project, prison reform, and more

EGOT out of the way, the 47-year-old reconnected with CL to talk parenting, preserving life and the things that get him worked up.

by Ray Roa March 15, 2026March 17, 2026

Brittany Howard of Alabama Shakes wearing sunglasses and a black "How we Love is who we are" shirt, posing energetically with bandmates Zac Cockrell and Steve Johnson in a dimly lit room.

Music

Back from hiatus, hypnotic soul-rock band Alabama Shakes comes to Clearwater this spring

Lamont Landers opens at BayCare Sound.

By J.C. Roddy/Cigar City SoundsMarch 3, 2026March 3, 2026

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live music in Clearwater

Tampa Bay’s best new concerts, including the Ben Folds Five reunion coming to Clearwater

Shock rocker, bestselling author, Alice Cooper, returns to Clearwater on Tuesday

St. Pete reggae-rock band The Hip Abduction set to play biggest hometown headline show to date

Modest Mouse, now free from major labels, plays Clearwater on Wednesday

Yellowcard tops 97X ‘Legends’ lineup coming to Clearwater on Friday

Fesssi K. releases one of the Tampa Bay area’s best rock LPs of 2026 this weekend

Interview: Devo’s Gerald Casale talks Tampa fronton gig, farewell tours, before Clearwater debut

Interview: Before Clearwater concert, Glenn Tilbrook discusses Squeeze’s lost 1974 project ‘Trixies’

Florida experimental pop trio LMH plays Clearwater on Saturday

Tampa Bay’s best live music happening July 10-15

Todd Rundgren will try to play your favorite song during two-night Clearwater stand

Fresh off Steve Buscemi collaboration, ‘City of Immigrants’ songwriter Steve Earle returns to Clearwater

Gov’t Mule and Ziggy Marley bring ‘Dreaming the Same Dream’ tour—and Yola—to Clearwater this fall

Interview: Jason Mraz talks okra, equality and more ahead of Clearwater concert

‘Razorblade Suitcase’ is 30 years old, and Bush will play a lot of it at Clearwater concert

Review: At Clearwater show, Alabama Shakes remind fans the band is always evolving

Interview: Graham Nash has a new song about ICE, lots of love for Florida, and still sends roses to Joni Mitchell every year

Willie Nelson is coming to Clearwater this summer

Interview: Before Clearwater concert, John Legend talks new Broadway project, prison reform, and more

Back from hiatus, hypnotic soul-rock band Alabama Shakes comes to Clearwater this spring