The BayCare Sound
Styx & Cheap Trick
CLEARWATER — Styx will perform with special guest Cheap Trick on Friday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m., at The BayCare Sound, 255 Drew St., Clearwater.
Tickets start at $58.50. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com.
Creating and recording new music is often considered the lifeblood of any band — an ethos Styx continues to embody with “Circling from Above,” the band’s 18th studio album. The new studio effort was released in May 2025 via the band’s label Alpha Dog 2T/UMe. Spanning 13 tracks, the album navigates the complexities of the human experience through the intersecting lenses of technology and nature. “Circling from Above” features contributions from all seven members of the band, including founding guitarist/vocalist James “JY” Young, guitarist/vocalist Tommy Shaw, original bassist Chuck Panozzo, longtime drummer Todd Sucherman, keyboardist/vocalist Lawrence Gowan, guitarist/vocalist Will Evankovich and bassist Terry Gowan.
The seven men comprising Styx have committed to “Rockin’ the Paradise” together with audiences far and wide, and each one of them is committed to making the next show better than the last. They draw from over five decades of chart hits, joyous singalongs, and hard-driving deep cuts. Like a symphony that builds to a satisfying crescendo, a Styx set covers a wide range of stylistic cornerstones. From the progressively sweeping splendor that is “The Grand Illusion” to the hunker-down fortitude of “Blue Collar Man,” from the majestic spiritual love for a special “Lady” to the seething indictment of preening, primping pageantry for pageantry’s sake of “Miss America,” the band draws on an unlimited cache of ways to immerse one’s mind and body in their signature sound. Other familiar favorites include “Man in the Wilderness, “Crystal Ball,” “Come Sail Away” and “Renegade.”
Cheap Trick, the iconic rock band hailing from Illinois, has been rocking stages and winning over fans with their timeless sound for over five decades. Known for their electrifying live performances, catchy melodies, and innovative songwriting, Cheap Trick has become a staple in rock music history. With hits like “I Want You to Want Me,” “Dream Police,” “The Flame” and “Surrender,” this legendary band continues to inspire and entertain audiences with their signature blend of hard rock and power-pop sensibilities.
Cheap Trick is part of the very fiber of American music, inspiring and delighting generations with their unique union of massive melodies and razorblade riffs, their own special brand of mischievous wit and maximum rock ‘n’ roll. They achieved mainstream popularity in the United States in 1979 with the triple-platinum live album “At Budokan” and a Top 10 single, a live recording of “I Want You to Want Me.” More success followed with the album “Dream Police” in 1979, which reached No. 6 on the Billboard 200.The band experienced another resurgence in late 1980s when they topped U.S. charts with power ballad, “The Flame.”
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016, Cheap Trick maintain an almost constant touring schedule, having performed live more than 5,000 times since their formation, selling more than 20 million albums and building a dedicated cult following.
Bilheimer Capitol Theatre
Spyro Gyra
CLEARWATER — Spyro Gyra will perform on Friday, Feb. 27, 8 p.m., at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater.
Tickets start at $62. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com or call 727-791-7400.
In 2024, Jay Beckenstein and band observed the 50th anniversary of what started as a diversion, something that was just for fun. It’s a time that Beckenstein remembers fondly. He describes the beginning as “that period of time when I was in my 20s, when it was all raw and there were no expectations. It was all about having a good time and playing hard. It was a golden time.”
It’s a story that is familiar to fans of Spyro Gyra around the world. It began inauspiciously in 1974 when Beckenstein and a few musician friends in Buffalo, New York, organized a get-together on their shared night off from working in bands that actually made money. It was a simple, humble idea with a name that was likewise simple and humble: “Tuesday Night Jazz Jam.” Every week a core group, Beckenstein and co-founder Jeremy Wall along with Jim Kurzdorfer and Tom Walsh, the rhythm section from the Buffalo Jazz Ensemble who Beckenstein and Wall had been playing with, would gather to jam. They were joined by various players from around town, including long time Spyro Gyra keyboardist Tom Schuman, who just wanted to have some fun playing jazz and its relatively new cousin, jazz fusion.
The idea grew and so did its audience until one week when the club owner insisted that Beckenstein come up with a name for the group to display on his new sidewalk sign. Beckenstein flippantly suggested “spirogyra” which is an algae he remembered from his biology classes. The next week, there it was adorning the sign out front mistakenly spelled Spyro Gyra. And so, it began and continued to grow.
Spyro Gyra’s sound has remained instantly identifiable despite several personnel changes over the years. Jay Beckenstein denies that it was the result of any strategy.
“Having released 30-plus albums, we often made an effort to create something that didn’t sound like the ‘Spyro Gyra sound,’” he said. “But my saxophone playing is the vocal lead of the band and I have the voice I have. I’m not a saxophone chameleon. I’m just me. The good side of that is that there is only one me, so it’s effortless. So that has kept a very consistent identity to the band. However, I would say that the band approach changed greatly at different times.”
Bilheimer Capitol Theatre
Tusk
CLEARWATER — Tusk will perform on Saturday, Feb. 28, 8 p.m., at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater.
Tickets start at $29. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com or call 727-791-7400.
Tusk has been crisscrossing the country since 2008 as the ultimate Fleetwood Mac tribute. But of all the Fleetwood Mac tributes playing around the United States today, what exactly sets Tusk apart? Is it more than five skilled professionals with decades of individual musical study, live performance, creative risk, and devotion to the art? Is it more than affection and respect for the Fleetwood Mac experience, an entity that endures over 50 years of musical and cultural evolution? Is it more than vocal similarities, common physical traits, or good costumes? Few acts would find success in the tribute scene without displaying some or all these characteristics. So, what qualities does Tusk possess that can’t be learned, bought, or created simply from a desire to have them?
It is chemistry, synergy and intuition.
The history among the five founding members of Tusk goes back more than four decades. Two met while playing Little League baseball, while two others were classmates in every music subject imaginable from middle school band through high school jazz. All five have been playing music with one another over the years in various original bands, jam bands, singer-songwriter circles, and alternative rock groups.
Time, trust, and close friendship have cultivated an intimate familiarity with each other’s musical nuances, shaping each performance with such precision that even the slightest variation, virtually imperceptible to all but the five musicians onstage, is met with a wink and a nod. Tusk is more than a band; they are a family. Experience the wonder of a Tusk show for yourself.
Bilheimer Capitol Theatre
Alicia Witt
CLEARWATER — Alicia Witt will perform on Sunday, March 1, 7:30 p.m., at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater.
Tickets start at $39. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com or call 727-791-7400.
Actor and Billboard Top 30 charting singer-songwriter Alicia Witt has played her piano-driven pop-rock music all over the world, including at the renowned Grand Ole Opry. She appeared in 2023 on Fox’s “The Masked Singer,” winning her first episode as Dandelion. Witt’s newest EP, “Witness,” came out in 2023. She released “The Conduit” in fall 2021, which she co-produced, including single “Chasing Shadows,” which spent five weeks on the Billboard Top 30 AC Radio chart.
Previous releases include “15,000 Days,” produced by Grammy award-winning producer Jacquire King; and the Ben Folds-produced “Revisionary History.”
Also known for her decades-long career as a prolific TV/film actress — beginning with David Lynch’s “Dune” at the age of 7 — Witt’s music has been featured in numerous movies. She was most recently seen in Netflix’s hit “I Care A Lot,” starring Rosamund Pike, and leading the cast of “Modern Persuasion.”
Bilheimer Capitol Theatre
Al Jardine & Pet Sounds Band
CLEARWATER — Al Jardine & Pet Sounds Band will present a tribute to Brian Wilson on Monday, March 2, 7:30 p.m., at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater.
Tickets start at $59. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com or call 727-791-7400.
Jardine — guitarist, vocalist and songwriter — is best known for being one of the founding members of The Beach Boys. After his family moved to Hawthorne, California, in the mid-1950s, Al met Brian, Carl and Dennis Wilson and Mike Love, to form the band in 1961. Jardine played guitar, arranged and produced many songs and sang lead on the No. 1 hit “Help Me, Rhonda.” In 1988, Jardine was inducted into the Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Beach Boys and in 2001, he was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award Grammy. In 2005, Jardine released “Sloop John B: A Pirate’s Tale,” a fun-filled adventure children’s book based on the classic folk song (and Beach Boys hit) of the same name.
Jardine released his first studio album, “A Postcard from California,” in 2010, which was re-released to a worldwide audience in 2022 from Universal Music. Throughout the last decade and a half, Jardine has continuously toured with Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys (on their 50th Anniversary Tour) and on his own with his Endless Summer Band. With the summer 2025 release of a new four-track EP called “Islands In The Sun,” Jardine continues to produce new music on his own that captures the spirit and vibe of The Beach Boys’ biggest hits.
In 2025, Jardine reformed the talented and seasoned members of Brian Wilson’s touring band for many years as The Pet Sounds Band. This new show includes The Beach Boys’ greatest hits like “California Girls,” “Help Me Rhonda,” “I Get Around,” “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” “Sloop John B,” “Surfin’ USA” and “Fun, Fun, Fun,” as well as radio singles and fan favorites from The Beach Boys’ critically-acclaimed catalogue.
Bilheimer Capitol Theatre
Jake Shimabukuro
CLEARWATER — Grammy nominated artist Jake Shimabukuro will perform on Tuesday, March 3, 8 p.m., at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater.
Tickets start at $36. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com or call 727-791-7400.
Since gaining prominence in the early 2000s, the ukulele marvel has mesmerized audiences with his innovative and dynamic style, taking the instrument to dizzying new heights. Over a dozen solo albums, Shimabukuro has shown a knack for moving effortlessly between genres, sometimes in the same song. After being taught the instrument by his mother at age 4, Shimabukuro became a local phenom, performing on his own and in a local group, Pure Heart.
Early in his solo career he became a YouTube sensation when his cover of George Harrison’s “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” went viral. Since then, he has gone on to play the world’s most venerable venues, from The Hollywood Bowl to Lincoln Center to the Sydney Opera House and The N.O. Jazz Fests and collaborated with some of the world’s greatest musicians, including Yo-Yo Ma, Bela Fleck and The Flecktones, Jimmy Buffett, Jack Johnson, Bette Midler, Ziggy Marley, Sonny Landreth, Billy Strings, Lukas & Willie Nelson and Warren Haynes. Shimabukuro has also won his share of awards and, just a few years ago he was nominated by President Joe Biden to serve as a Member for the National Council on the Arts.
Performing with Shimabukuro will be Jackson Waldhoff, a bass player from Honolulu, Hawaii. He grew up in Kyoto, Japan; and then moved to Hawaii in 2010. Waldhoff started playing guitar and bass as a way to make friends while learning English. In 2018, Waldhoff graduated from audio engineering school and worked as an audio engineer with Shimabukuro on several projects, including “Trio,” “Jake & Friends,” and a track for Alan Parsons.
Jannus Live
Juvenile
ST. PETERSBURG — Rapper Juvenile will perform on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 7 p.m., at Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg.
Tickets start at $63.15. Visit www.jannuslive.com.
Teruis “Juvenile” Gray was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and grew up between his family’s houses in the 10th ward and in the 3rd Ward Magnolia Housing Project. A child prodigy, Juvenile started writing professionally in his early teens and earned his moniker after being sought after to create the records that would become the foundation of Bounce Music. Starting with “Being Myself” in 1995, Juvenile has released 12 albums including the top selling album by a black solo rapper of all time, “400 Degreez.”
Juvenile is credited with being the first Southern rapper to get national airplay with his seminal recording “Ha.”
In 2025, Juvenile partnered with Crown Royal and Starter in a philanthropic venture launching a limited edition Super Bowl LIX starter jacket, along with Mannie Fresh and Drew Brees. All proceeds from jacket sales were donated to The Foundation for Louisiana. Juvenile was also highlighted by Apple Music in a special series for his contributions to hip-hop and the city of New Orleans. He also recently released several new singles including “Party” featuring Mannie Fresh; “Go Live” with B.G., and “Hot Boy Summer” featuring Trombone Shorty. He recently partnered with Kush to launch a new line of products.
Jannus Live
St. Paul & The Broken Bones
ST. PETERSBURG — St. Paul & The Broken Bones will perform on Thursday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m., at Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg.
Tickets start at $49.11. Visit www.jannuslive.com.
The eight-piece soul outfit, based in Birmingham, Alabama, formed in 2012. The band consists of Paul Janeway (vocals), Jesse Phillips (bass), Browan Lollar (guitar), Kevin Leon (drums), Al Gamble (keyboards), Allen Branstetter (trumpet), Chad Fisher (trombone), and Amari Ansari (saxophone).
The ensemble burst into the world with their 2014 debut “Half the City,” establishing a sound that quickly became a calling card and landing the band a slew of major festivals including Lollapalooza, Coachella and Glastonbury. Critical praise from the New York Times, Rolling Stone, SPIN and NPR followed, leading to shared stages with some of the world’s biggest artists, such as Elton John and The Rolling Stones.
Their new self-titled sixth album marks a creative renewal — melding the band’s adventurous spirit with a return to soulful, song-focused roots. Recorded at the legendary FAME Studios and produced by Eg White, the record blends psych-funk grooves, gospel-tinged ballads, and cinematic rock flourishes. Tracks like “Sushi and Coca-Cola” and “Going Back” reflect both personal introspection and the band’s deepened identity after a decade of evolution.
The Palladium
Mafalda Minnozzi
ST. PETERSBURG — Charismatic singer and composer Mafalda Minnozzi will perform on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m., at the Palladium at St. Petersburg College, 253 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg.
Tickets start at $20. Visit mypalladium.org.
Minnozzi will perform music from her latest album, “Riofonic,” a staple on the nation’s top jazz radio stations with a full 24-week run on the prestigious JazzWeek charts. The show offers a captivating journey through an impressive career that spans Italy, Brazil, and New York with a repertoire that reflects this journey.
Minnozzi has performed with Milton Nascimento, Joao Bosco, Leny Andrade, Roberto Menescal and many others. Her albums for the American jazz market feature collaborations with David Liebman, Joe Locke, John Patitucci, Michael Wolff, Will Calhoun and others.
Known for a distinct improvisational language and a style that transcends the typical duo format, the artist and her longtime collaborator, guitarist/producer Paul Ricci, promise an evening filled with musical sparks both on and off stage. Their synergy, honed through performances on important Jazz festivals and theaters globally, creates a truly transcendent experience.
Ruth Eckerd Hall
Steve Hackett
CLEARWATER — Prog rock icon Steve Hackett will perform on Thursday, Feb. 26, 7:30 p.m., at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater.
Tickets start at $57.25. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com or call 727-791-7400.
Hackett will be performing his “Best of Genesis & Solo Gems” show. Accompanying him on his four Florida dates will be long-standing musicians Lalle Larsson (keyboards), Nad Sylvan (vocals), Jonas Reingold (bass, guitar, backing vocals), Rob Townsend (saxophone, flutes, additional keyboards, backing vocals) and Felix Lehrmann on drums.
It has been 12 years since Hackett brought his classic “Genesis Revisited” show to the United States. Back then, in 2013, his North American and U.K. tours culminated in his acclaimed performance at London’s Royal Albert Hall and the following release of the live DVD of that performance.
Since then, Hackett’s timeless guitar work has been woven throughout the classic Genesis albums of the ’70s. In recent years, he and his world class band have brought several of these albums back to concert halls to even greater acclaim, and the 2025 tour featured the classic album “The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway.”
Ruth Eckerd Hall
The Righteous Brothers
CLEARWATER — The Righteous Brothers will bring the “Lovin’ Feelin’ Farewell Tour” to the Tampa Bay area for a performance on Saturday, Feb. 28, 8 p.m., at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater.
Tickets start at $54.75. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com or call 727-791-7400.
The tour promises a captivating musical odyssey, spanning the early days of rock and roll, the era of blue-eyed soul and as far reaching as the movie “Dirty Dancing.” From heartwarming ballads to energetic rock anthems, every performance is a testament to the enduring power of The Righteous Brothers’ music and their connection to fans across the globe.
Take a journey through decades of timeless hits that have defined a generation, including “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin,” “Unchained Melody,” “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life,” “Soul and Inspiration,” “Ebb Tide” and “Rock and Roll Heaven.”
Bill Medley has been entertaining audiences for more than 60 years. His iconic bass-baritone helped earn The Righteous Brothers their place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and is interwoven with the cherished memories of a lifetime of fans.
Safety Harbor Art & Music Center
Cash Box Kings
SAFETY HARBOR — The award-winning blues band The Cash Box Kings will perform on Friday, Feb. 27, 7:30 p.m., at the Safety Harbor Art & Music Center, 706 Second St. N., Safety Harbor.
Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door. Visit www.safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com.
The Cash Box Kings’ most recent release is their dynamic 2023 Alligator Records album “Oscar’s Motel.” The group, co-led by Chicago blues vocalist and songwriter Oscar “Mr. 43rd Street” Wilson; and Madison, Wisconsin-based harmonica giant, songwriter, and singer Joe Nosek, plays masterfully raw, unvarnished, old-school ensemble blues. Wilson’s huge, emotive vocals and Nosek’s blistering harmonica, along with an all-star band, fuel their razor-sharp original songs and always-incisive reinventions of obscure blues classics.
Recently, Wilson and Nosek were inducted into the Chicago Blues Hall of Fame.
On “Oscar’s Motel” — their third album for Alligator and 11th overall — The Cash Box Kings bring contemporary authority and old-school authenticity to each of the album’s 11 tracks. The band — featuring guitarist Billy Flynn, drummer Kenny “Beedy Eyes” Smith, bassist John W. Lauler, and keyboardist Lee Kanehira — opens a door into the intoxicating spirit and sounds of 1950s and 1960s Chicago-based blues, and then they bring it all right up to the minute with Wilson and Nosek’s original, instantly memorable songs.
With 10 previous releases to their credit and thousands of live performances under their belt, The Cash Box Kings have won widespread acclaim throughout the blues world.
Safety Harbor Art & Music Center
Moors and McCumber
SAFETY HARBOR — Moors and McCumber will perform on Sunday, March 1, 5:30 p.m., at the Safety Harbor Art & Music Center, 706 Second St. N., Safety Harbor.
Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door. Visit www.safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com.
Moors & McCumber have done more than just endear themselves to fans over the last 15 years — they’ve built a genuine community. Bridging the gap between classic folk rock and contemporary Americana, they write heartfelt songs directly inspired by life’s experiences. With “Wired to the Moon,” their latest record released in 2023, they have created some of their most compelling work to date.
The sound of Moors & McCumber is adventurous, eclectic, and endlessly creative. Borrowing from rock, pop, blues, folk, and world music, the two multi-instrumentalists defy common logic and embrace spontaneity to bring their stories and songs to life. Their strong vocal harmonies and unconventional instrumentation combine to create a mesmerizing experience. At the center of it all is their evocative songwriting.
Prior to the duo’s formation, James Moors, based in Wisconsin, and Kort McCumber, based in Colorado, each led prolific careers as solo artists. They had both already released six solo studio albums and had begun developing fanbases of their own. The two met at a music festival in 2005 and quickly bonded over their shared passions. They began performing together as something of a side project, but it immediately became apparent they were meant for much bigger things.
Safety Harbor Art & Music Center
Bobby Rush
SAFETY HARBOR — Blues musician, composer, record producer, and singer Bobby Rush, will perform Monday, March 2, 7:30 p.m., at the Safety Harbor Art & Music Center, 706 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. Tickets are $45 in advance and $50 at the door. Visit www.safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com.
Rush was born Emmett Ellis Jr. outside Homer, Louisiana, in 1933. He twanged a diddley bow — a single-stringed American instrument which influenced the development of the blues sound — before he picked up his first guitar around age 11. His father, a preacher, knew enough about a harmonica to pass along a few riffs to his progeny.
The family relocated to Pine Bluff, Arkansas, in 1948.
Rush was still a teenager when he established himself as a professional blues musician. He adopted his stage name to avoid disrespecting his devout dad.
Beginning in the 1940s, he played with Elmore James in Arkansas. In 1953, he relocated to Chicago where he assembled a band that included a young Freddie King on guitar. Rush became part of the Chicago blues scene over the next decade and in 1964 he made his recording debut on the Jerry-O label.
In 1971, Rush broke through on the national charts with the lowdown funk grinder “Chicken Heads” for Galaxy Records. The song has since become one of Rush’s signature tunes, lending its title to his 2015 career spanning retrospective. In recent years the song has been featured in the Samuel L. Jackson film “Black Snake Moan” and the HBO series “Ballers.”
“Rush Hour,” an album for Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff’s Philadelphia International Records in 1979, should have made Rush a huge star, but it didn’t receive its proper due until the 2000s, when Rolling Stone recognized it as one of the best blues albums of the ’70s. An encore LP was shelved, and Rush eventually moved back south to Jackson, Mississippi, which was fast becoming a last bastion of Southern soul-blues.
The ensuing years saw Rush put out roughly a dozen albums while he cemented his reputation as a chitlin’ circuit legend, playing a minimum of 200 shows a year. He cut a series of memorable albums for LaJam, Urgent!, and Waldoxy, as well as his own Deep Rush Records.
Rush picked up his first Grammy nomination for his 2000 album “Hoochie Man.” He was nominated again in 2014 for “Down in Louisiana,” and again in 2015 for “Decisions.” He finally took home his first Grammy in 2017 for “Porcupine Meat.”
In 2023, Rush released his most recent album, “All My Love for You.”
Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center
The Sensational Soul Cruisers
TARPON SPRINGS — The Sensational Soul Cruisers will perform on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 27-28, 7 p.m., at the Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine St., Tarpon Springs.
Tickets start at $39 for adults and $36 for Tarpon Arts members. Visit tarponarts.org.
The Sensational Soul Cruisers are beginning a new chapter as recording artists under Banner Records. From their humble beginnings rehearsing in Freehold Borough at the chicken coops on Route 33 to the basement of the Cycle Shop on Throckmorton Street, this band has come a long way from its “Eddie and the Cruisers” days and are ready to be added to the list of New Jersey’s great recording acts.
The Soul Cruisers have been under the direction of legendary Jersey Shore sax player Screamin’ Steve Barlotta for over 30 years. He has catapulted this band from the recesses of a dingy basement to over 200 performances a year while capturing the true essence of the Jersey Shore sound and its true R&B roots. While the band travels to and plays concerts in theaters, clubs, public festivals, and private events throughout the country, they will be spending quite a bit of time up & down the east coast this year.
Over the past three decades the Soul Cruisers have been fortunate enough to grace the stage with many great artists, including Bruce Springsteen, Little Anthony and The Imperials, Gloria Gaynor, John Cafferty, Southside Johnny, The Emotions, Bon Jovi, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder. They are also a long-time favorite house band at New York City’s famed Copacabana.
Kevin Steele
Bayboro Brewing
TAMPA — Kevin Steele will perform on Friday, Feb. 27, 8 p.m., at Bayboro Brewing, 2390 Fifth Ave. S., St. Petersburg.
For information, visit www.eventbrite.com.
Steele, the legendary lead singer and frontman of Roxx Gang and The Mojo Gurus, is back with his first solo record, “One Thing Left To Do.” He will celebrate the release of his new record at Bayboro Brewing Company, performing the new record in its entirety, backed by an all-star band of Tampa Bay musicians featuring guitarist Billy Summer.
The new songs showcase Steele’s masterful songwriting across all the musical styles that have shaped his colorful career, including glam, punk, rock, blues, and even southern gospel. His band Roxx Gang were one of America’s great bands and the first rock band signed to Virgin Records in America. Their debut record, the classic “Things You’ve Never Done Before,” sold over 250,000 copies.
Benchmark International Arena
Barry Manilow
TAMPA — Barry Manilow will perform on Friday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m., at Benchmark International Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa.
Tickets start at $41.85. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.
Fans can look forward to an unforgettable evening as Manilow performs his greatest hits, including “Mandy,” “I Write the Songs,” “Looks Like We Made It,” “Can’t Smile Without You” and “Copacabana (At the Copa).” With his signature showmanship and timeless catalog, each performance will be a once-in-a-lifetime celebration with one of music’s most legendary performers.
With a career spanning more than five decades, Manilow has become one of the most celebrated entertainers in history. Named the No. 1 Adult Contemporary Artist of all time by Billboard and R&R magazines, he has sold more than 85 million albums worldwide, released over 40 albums and earned 51 Top 40 singles, including 13 #No. 1s and 28 Top 10 hits. A Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, Manilow has earned Grammy, Tony, and Emmy Awards and has been honored with the BMI Icon Award.
His long-running Las Vegas residency has been hailed among the city’s best and his record-breaking appearances at Radio City Music Hall cement his place as one of the venue’s all-time greats. In addition to his recording and touring success, Manilow’s original Broadway musical Harmony was named a 2023 New York Times Critic’s Pick, further underscoring his enduring creativity. Beyond the stage, he founded the Manilow Music Project, which has donated millions of dollars in instruments and resources to schools across the country, ensuring future generations have access to music education.
Hard Rock Event Center
Rod Stewart
TAMPA — The legendary two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducted singer, songwriter and performer Rod Stewart will perform on Tuesday, March 3, 8 p.m., in the Hard Rock Event Center at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 5223 Orient Road, Tampa.
Tickets start at $275. Visit Ticketmaster.com or seminolehardrocktampa.com.
Drawing from his illustrious 50-plus year catalog of hit songs, Stewart personally creates a unique setlist for each show, taking audiences on an unprecedented ride through every era of his career with chart-toppers like, “Maggie May,” “Do You Think I’m Sexy,” “Some Guys Have All the Luck,” “Hot Legs,” “Infatuation,” “You’re in My Heart,” “Rhythm of My Heart,” “Young Turks,” “Tonight’s The Night,” and “Forever Young,” as well as a few surprises and legendary covers in the mix. Fans will experience an extraordinary night of entertainment with a dynamic stage production and his award-winning 12-piece band and backup vocalists.
Music4Life Living Arts Center
Jeff Coffey
CLEARWATER — Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jeff Coffey will perform on Saturday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m., at the Music4Life Living Arts Center, 1204 Rogers St., Clearwater.
Tickets start at $39.19. Visit wileyhouseconcerts.org.
From May of 2016 to January of 2018, Coffey resided as the lead tenor vocalist and bassist for the multi-platinum selling, Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame group Chicago. He shared the stage with the likes of Earth Wind and Fire and The Doobie Brothers, just to name a few. After leaving Chicago, he then began occasionally touring as bassist for Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famer Don Felder. He also tours and makes special appearances with original Chicago drummer Danny Seraphine and his band CTA.
As an artist, Coffey has released four solo albums which were well received by radio and music fans. His songs are very relatable and bridge the gap between pop, rock and country. Two singles from this CD, “Through Your Eyes” and “Long Way Home,” made it to the Top 20 on the FMQB AC/40 Charts. Much of Coffey’s music has been featured on numerous TV shows on several major television networks.
Brass Mug
Vicious Rumors
TAMPA — Power metal band Vicious Rumors will perform on Thursday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m., at Brass Mug, 1450 Skipper Road, Tampa.
Tickets start at $24.92. Visit www.facebook.com/brassmugtampa.
Vicious Rumors was founded in 1979 in the San Francisco Bay area in California. The band co-created the bay area metal scene. Brainchild of Geoff Thorpe, the band has been active on the metal scene since forever, actively touring through the last 30 years. Vicious Rumors is recognized for their guitar works and harmonies, as well as the variety of their tracks.
The band released their most recent studio album, “The Devil’s Asylum,” in August 2025. Current band members include Thorpe, Larry Howe, Robin Utbult, Denver Cooper, and Brian Betterton.
Crowbar
Nep
TAMPA — Nep will perform on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 7 p.m., at Crowbar, 1812 N. 17th St., Tampa.
Tickets start at $21.82. Visit www.crowbarybor.com.
Born in Daytona, Nep is an indie‐pop singer-songwriter known for blending garage rock, folk and pop with raw lyricism and comedic honesty. Her breakout came with the release of her EP “Nep’s Storybook” in 2024, but she made waves with tracks like “All Around Beauty,” “Biketoberfest,” “Florida Girl” and “Daytona.” Her debut full-length album “Noelle” dropped in October 2025.
Nep has built a strong following online with TikTok clips, sold out venues in major U.S. cities, and toured alongside artists like mxmtoon and Ricky Montgomery.
Crowbar
Mo Lowda
TAMPA — Mo Lowda will perform on Friday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m., at Crowbar, 1812 N. 17th St., Tampa.
Tickets start at $34.99. Visit www.crowbarybor.com.
Born out of the house show scene in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Mo Lowda & the Humble is an indie rock band that has since evolved into a nationally and internationally touring act. Coming off their 2020 full-length release, “Ready Coat,” the band continues to tour all over the country, including festivals like Firefly, Peach Fest, Mountain Jam, and more. Their tight grooves provide the foundation for textural guitars and memorable vocal melodies. Toeing the line between precision and spontaneity, the band creates a unique, interactive experience every time they hit the stage.
The Orpheum
A Killer’s Confession
TAMPA — Alternative metal band A Killer’s Confession will perform on Saturday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m., at the Orpheum, 14802 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa.
Tickets start at $28.69. Visit www.theorpheum.com.
A Killer’s Confession is led by former Mushroomhead vocalist Waylon Reavis. Formed in 2016, the band also includes Morgan Bauer (drums), JP Cross (bass), and Thomas Church (guitar). The debut album from AKC “Unbroken” was released in May 2017. The first single “A Killer’s Confession” featured Korn guitarist Brian “Head” Welch. The band self-released their next three singles — including “Angel On The Outside,” “I Wish” and “Reanimated.” They then released their second album “The Indifference of Good Men” in 2019, which featured the Billboard charting song “Numb.”
The band’s most recent releases, “Victim 1” and “Victim 2,” were released in 2024 and 2025, respectively.
The Orpheum
Arkona
TAMPA — Russian folk metal band Arkona will perform on Sunday, March 1, 7 p.m., at the Orpheum, 14802 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa.
Tickets start at $28.69. Visit www.theorpheum.com.
After five long years, pagan folk metal band Arkona returned with their ninth studio album, “Kob,’” released in 2023 by Napalm Records. Once again, the musicians dive into the deep, dark realms of vocalist Masha Scream’s philosophy and views on the future of mankind’s modern existence while they paint their music in the light of pagan traditions.
With eight albums under their belts and multi-millions of cross-platform streams, the eight new tracks on “Kob’” reveal another side of the band, forming the next chapter in their discography. The band’s music incorporates several traditional Russian musical instruments.