A promotional portrait photo showing MacDeezy the rapper. Captured in a medium shot, rapper MacDeezy sits behind a desk with hands clasped under his chin, looking forward. He wears a white long-sleeve sweatshirt with black text reading "PRESIDENT" alongside black graphic prints. In front of him on the desk sit stacks of cash and a money-counting machine, set against a dark wall covered in a pattern of US dollar bills and illuminated by bright purple neon dollar-sign signs ($) under dim blue and neon stage lighting.

MacDeezy in ‘Rap House’ lineup coming to Ybor City this weekend

Soulful pop singer Ava Iri is also coming to The Bricks.

by Ray Roa October 21, 2026October 21, 2026

DJ Dfaz continues his recurring showcase of Florida hip-hop, this time bringing acts like MacDeezy to The Bricks in Ybor City on Oct. 23, 2026.

A promotional press photograph showing the Tampa punk band Lychee Camp. Captured in a medium three-person group shot outdoors, the middle band member has vibrant pink-and-blonde dyed hair, glasses, a black-and-white skeleton print top, and a red varsity-style bomber jacket, draping arms around the shoulders of both bandmates. On the left, a member with shoulder-length curly dark hair and chest/arm tattoos wears orange overalls over a light tank top; on the right, a member with a mustache wears a short-sleeved light-blue patterned button-up shirt over a black t-shirt, set against a dark reflective building backdrop under bright daytime lighting.

Music

Lychee Camp plays no-cover Tampa Am Friday concert in Ybor City

The famed international skateboarding competition includes healthy nightlife options.

by Ray Roa October 14, 2026October 14, 2026

Music

‘Rap house’ curator brings Caribbean artist Beanie to Ybor City on Friday

Dfaz’s rap house comes to The Bricks.

by Ray Roa August 27, 2026August 27, 2026

Music

Priceless Scott, purveyor of the Tampa hip-hop sound, plays The Bricks on Friday

Beatsnchill’s July showcase includes Gainesville’s Reebaby, ‘Lil Haiti Baby’ Snatcha and T. Couture.

by Ray Roa July 15, 2026July 15, 2026

A medium-shot, dimly lit, live performance photograph of Tampa songwriter Chriss. They are seated, playing a light-blue electric guitar, and are wearing headphones, a black tank top, and dark pants. The background is shadowy and industrial, featuring corrugated metal wall panels and a piece of audio equipment on a table to the left. The scene is illuminated by a warm, focused light on the artist, creating a candid, moody, and professional atmosphere.

Music

Tampa songwriter Chriss tops Beatsnchill showcase on Friday

Pilot Jonezz, Aliqua, Cozy In the Black, YZM, and Fessi K round out the bill.

by Ray Roa June 18, 2026June 18, 2026

Music

A beat concert and ‘Street Fighter VI’ tournament happens in Ybor City this Friday

Ft. Myers’ Hell’z Own, André DeSaint, and Kalib play sets.

by Ray Roa May 14, 2026May 14, 2026

A close-up portrait of a light-skinned person with a goatee standing against a bright, textured coral-red wall. They are wearing a bright red t-shirt that closely matches the background, a gold chain with a square pendant, and a dark green baseball cap. The cap features an oval patch with a vintage graphic of a woman's face and text. The person is looking directly at the camera with a calm, serious expression. The overall lighting is bright and even, highlighting the vibrant color coordination of the outfit and the background.

News & Views

Tampa beat scene OG Sponatola releases new album on Sunday

A stacked bill comes to Ybor City in celebration.

by Ray Roa April 30, 2026April 30, 2026

Food & Drink

Tokyo Swim Club incoming, refreshing The Bricks and more Tampa Bay food news

Plus, more food & drink events happening March 26-April 1.

by CL Staff March 26, 2026March 27, 2026

An exterior corner view of The Bricks in Ybor City under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. The two-story historic red brick building features large windows at street level, red awnings, and American flags mounted above the entrance. The restaurant sits at a quiet intersection with white crosswalks, power lines overhead, and a row of historic buildings and palm trees extending down the sunlit street.

Food & Drink

New owner of The Bricks in Ybor City shares plans for the restaurant and venue’s future

Joshua Pardue’s firm acquired the building and business last January.

by Ray Roa March 21, 2026March 23, 2026

Tampa rapper Nico Sweet in a monochromatic blue room. The person sits on a white bed with blue-braided hair, looking toward another version of themselves sitting in a chair in the foreground. The walls are a deep cornflower blue with a large, darker blue map-like shape painted above the headboard. The person in the foreground wears a light blue button-down shirt and pink-rimmed sunglasses, looking back toward the bed.

Music

Tampa rapper Nico Sweet headlines Friday BeatsNChill showcase

The Bricks goes ‘Dark Red.’

by Selene San Felice March 18, 2026March 18, 2026

Music

Caamp pal Zack Keim brings catchy folk and pop to Ybor City on Friday

by Ray Roa March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

A wide-angle street view of a two-story historic red brick building on a corner, identified by a black sign as "THE BRICKS." The sidewalk in front features a yellow fire hydrant and two bright orange diamond-shaped construction signs that read "ROAD WORK AHEAD" and "ROAD CLOSED AHEAD." The scene is captured on a clear day with a blue sky and tall palm trees visible further down the street.

Food & Drink

Property that’s home to Ybor City restaurant The Bricks has been sold

Plans for the restaurant are still unclear after the property transferred ownership in January.

by Ray Roa February 1, 2026February 9, 2026

A close-up of a person wearing a black jacket, dark sunglasses, and a white and black baseball cap. They are holding a microphone to their mouth with a gold ring visible on their hand, gesturing with their other hand while standing in front of a bright window.

Music

BeatsNChill producer series brings Oakland rapper MG to Ybor City

The hang happens at The Bricks this Friday.

by Ray Roa January 21, 2026January 21, 2026

Music

Expat Tampa rapper Gat$ brings new LP back home for Tampa Beat Weekend

The party actually spans two weekends and kicks off Saturday, Aug. 23.

by Ray Roa August 22, 2025August 28, 2025

Music

UK DJ and three-time DMC champ JFB makes Florida debut on Friday

Four scene staples play support at The Brick in Ybor City.

by Ray Roa July 24, 2025August 31, 2025

Arts & Entertainment

Thrasher skater of the year Jamie Foy among talent coming to Tampa Pro in April

Die Spitz and Zinnia’s Garden play post-tournament concerts, too.

by Ray Roa March 27, 2025July 28, 2025

Music

Photos: Everyone we saw at Ybor City’s ‘B-Town’ reunion concert at The Bricks

by Ray Roa March 3, 2025

Music

No-cover punk concert will revisit the huge influence Brandon had on modern-day Ybor City

Clairmel and Slap Of Reality are at The Bricks this weekend

by Ray Roa February 26, 2025July 8, 2025

Music

Tampa rapper Albert J is retiring after a mini-tour for new album ‘Welcome’

He has three farewell shows left.

by Josh Bradley December 12, 2024August 4, 2025

Music

Tampa Beat Weekend includes Chicago rapper Brittney Carter, producer battles and more

A stacked Saturday concert closes the two-day festival.

by Ray Roa August 29, 2024July 7, 2025

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