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Before Tampa concert, Nerdcore pioneer MC Chris reflects on 20 years of touring

Tampa-based nerdcore rapper Swell Rell opens at Orpheum this week.

by Jessica Battisti June 25, 2025July 29, 2025

Tampa-based nerdcore rapper Swell Rell opens at Orpheum this week.

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Nerdcore legend MC Chris brings extended farewell tour back to Tampa

The 48-year-old rapper’s last tour was supposed to be his final one.

by Ray Roa July 11, 2024June 23, 2025

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Adult Swim-famous rapper mc chris headlines Ybor City’s Crowbar this summer

Tampa-based New Granada Records presents this highly-anticipated gig, with tickets starting at $15.

by Kyla Fields March 10, 2022March 28, 2025

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Comedy Issue: Laugh tracks by Frank Zappa, Ween, They Might Be Giants and more

A look at some musicians and bands who infuse their material with a healthy dose of humor (playlist included).

by Leilani Polk November 5, 2015August 5, 2025

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This weekend in live music: MC Chris, O.A.R., Patti LaBelle, Juicy J, Saintseneca & more

Concerts, Nov. 15-16

by Leilani Polk November 15, 2014August 3, 2025

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This week in Tampa Bay area live music: Travis Porter, Antiwarpt, Little Feat, Kiss & Motley Crue + more

Concerts, July 21-August 1.

by Scott Harrell, Julie Garisto, Leilani Polk and Miles Parks July 26, 2012June 16, 2024

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Concert review: mc chris, Whole Wheat Bread and I Fight Dragons at Crowbar (with video)

by Evan Tokarz November 15, 2009June 22, 2025

Must-sees in music May 8-9: Unwigged & Unplugged, MC Chris, DeadNet Jam, NIN/Jane’s and more.

by Leilani Polk May 7, 2009August 3, 2023