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The historic St. James Church, a red brick structure, is seen on a sunny day in downtown Tampa, situated on a grassy corner lot adjacent to a new apartment complex and a paved sidewalk.

Music

Jazz returns to ‘The Scrub’ in Tampa on Dec. 16

Pianist Nick Peters gets the honors.

by Ray Roa December 10, 2025December 10, 2025

: Two musicians posing for a photo. The subject on the left stands with their hand in their pocket, and the subject on the right is touching their long, dark, wavy hair, both looking directly at the camera with serious expressions.

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‘One Tree Hill’ stars play music from the show in St. Pete on Dec. 18

Tyler Hilton and Kate Voegele are at Bayboro Brewing Co.

by Ray Roa December 10, 2025December 10, 2025

Three band members pose in the middle of a grocery store. The subject on the left is reaching for a beverage, and the person on the right is holding an orange juice container, both wearing denim. All three subjects have visible tattoos on their arms.

Music, Show Previews

Atlanta noise-rock hero Whores plays Tampa this month

It recorded an acclaimed 2024 album right here in Tampa.

by Ray Roa December 10, 2025December 10, 2025

A full-length promotional photo of the rock band Evanescence, featuring five members standing in a dimly lit, warehouse-like space. The room is saturated with a dramatic red glow from vertical light tubes placed on either side of the band and behind them. The floor is reflective, mirroring the red light.

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Evanescence bringing stacked world tour to Tampa this summer

The game is *not* over.

by Josh Bradley December 9, 2025December 9, 2025

Vincent Neil Emerson, wearing a denim shirt and jeans, sits on a wooden chair and plays an acoustic guitar. He is in a cozy room with dark green bookshelves flanking a fireplace, a patterned black and white wall, and a large black and white checkered rug. A pinkish-orange velvet couch is visible on the right.

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Outlaw country troubadour Vincent Neil Emerson plays headlining Tampa show in February

If you feel that outlaw country music is on life support, you’ll gain a little bit of hope upon listening to the 33-year-old hidden gem.

by Josh Bradley December 9, 2025December 9, 2025

A performer with long curly blonde hair stands on stage wearing a flowing black outfit, eyes closed and hands raised slightly as she sings into a microphone draped with scarves. Blue and purple stage lighting illuminates the dark background.

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Review: Stevie Nicks covers 15,000 Tampa fans in gold dust

Timeless as ever, the 77-year-old worked through 15 songs at Benchmark International Arena.

by Ray Roa December 9, 2025December 9, 2025

A person with shoulder-length wavy hair and a neutral expression looks off to the right. The subject is wearing a printed t-shirt featuring smiley faces and eyes, with tattoos visible on the arms, under harsh studio lighting.

Music

Bluegrass fusion phenom Billy Strings returns to Tampa on spring tour

Welcome to the era of arena-grass.

by J.C. Roddy December 8, 2025December 8, 2025

A portrait of five musicians standing closely together outdoors against a hazy blue sky. Four of the subjects wear hats (a fedora, a cap, and a flat cap), and one is holding a cowbell and stick, while another is holding a trumpet.

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Groovy, retro jam scene favorite The California Honeydrops comes to St. Pete in January

The Oakland outfit is supporting a new album, ‘Redwood Highway.’

By J.C. Roddy/Cigar City SoundsDecember 8, 2025December 8, 2025

A close-up outdoor photo of a long-haired individual singing into a microphone. The subject is wearing dark sunglasses and a short-sleeved white button-down shirt with a small pattern. A tattoo is visible on their arm.

Music

Tampa Bay’s best live music and concerts happening December 4-11

Including a whole lot of festivals.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

A musician in a jumpsuit and cap is captured playing an electric guitar aggressively in the foreground, bending over a stack of effects pedals. Blue stage lighting illuminates the drummer and another guitarist in the background.

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Have Gun, Will Travel launches new EP in St. Pete on Friday

The Americana scene staple has a reflection on NASA’s late-’70s satellite program.

by Ray Roa December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

Two people posing in a studio against a neutral background. The person on the right has their hand in their pocket and is looking straight at the camera, while the person on the left is wearing a patterned top and also looking directly ahead.

Music

Tampa’s Sweetwater farm hosts ‘Farm Aid’ concert this weekend

And there’s now an option to camp at the farm after the show.

by Ray Roa December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

A high-energy live music photo showing two guitarists facing the microphone. The subject on the right wears a blue t-shirt and a straw fedora, and the subject on the left wears a black t-shirt and a gray fedora. The floor is covered with guitar effects pedals.

Music

Semis and Hotel Life bandmates play morning jam on Saturday

Grab a coffee with Billy Summer and Joe Harley.

by Ray Roa December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

A band publicity shot taken outdoors in a meadow, showing six people standing in a row among the tall green plants. The musicians are dressed in brown, patterned shirts with fringe and white trim, holding their acoustic instruments.

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Honeymoon Island Bluegrass Festival returns to Dunedin this weekend

The 2024 festival got nixed after back-to-back-hurricanes.

by Ray Roa December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

An intense live concert shot from the audience's perspective, showing a costumed lead performer (guitarist) facing forward. Drums and other musicians are visible on the crowded stage, with the crowd close to the front.

Music

Without irony, Wolf-Face is playing St. Pete’s Friends of Strays benefit concert

The pack is joined by more than a dozen other bands this weekend.

by Ray Roa December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

Two people standing on an unseen elevated surface, looking toward the camera. One subject is in a plaid shirt with a beard, and the other is in a dark t-shirt. They are dramatically framed with a large expanse of pale blue sky above them.

Music

The Spill Canvas and Mae play landmark albums in full for Tampa

The bands are at Orpheum this weekend.

by Ray Roa December 2, 2025December 2, 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.

Music

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 full-length photo of two people standing side-by-side on an elevated platform, both with their arms outstretched in an inviting pose. One individual is in a deep red gown and white jacket, and the other is in a red jacket and dark pants, wearing a white Santa hat.

Music

Nate Najar brings 19th jazz holiday concert to St. Pete this month

It’s his last yuletide throwdown before a major renovation at the venue.

by Ray Roa December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

A studio press photo of the country music trio Lady A. The three band members—Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley, and Dave Haywood—stand in a line against a solid orange-yellow background. From left to right: Charles Kelley, with a beard, wears a rust-colored suit and a white shirt, looking off to the side. Hillary Scott, centered, smiles while looking at the camera, wearing a shimmering, champagne-colored, off-the-shoulder dress. Dave Haywood, on the right, wears a white collared shirt, dark trousers, and a black or dark brown leather jacket, looking towards the camera.

Music

Before Clearwater gig, Lady A’s Charles Kelley recalls the best gig he ever saw

Who doesn’t love a jam-band double feature?

by Josh Bradley December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

A high-contrast portrait of three adults. The central figure has their arm around the shoulder of the person on the left, while the person on the right is leaning in from behind. All three have short, dark, textured hair and serious expressions.

Music

Liverpudlian indie outfit The Wombats headline St. Pete gig in January

The trio hasn’t been in state since an opening slot for Weezer and the Pixies in Tampa’s old Gary amphitheater in 2018.

by Josh Bradley 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