Safety Harbor Art & Music Center

Coco Montoya

SAFETY HARBOR — Award-winning, internationally renowned blues-rock guitarist, singer and songwriter Coco Montoya will perform on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 7:30 p.m., at the Safety Harbor Art & Music Center, 706 Second St. N., Safety Harbor.

Tickets are $40 in advance and $45 at the door. Visit www.safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com.

Mentored by the “Master of the Telecaster,” Albert Collins, and schooled by a decade on the road with John Mayall, Montoya has a hard-edged sound and style all his own. Since his debut album in 1995 — which won him the Blues Music Award for Best New Artist — Montoya’s endlessly inventive guitar work and passionate, hard-hitting vocals have kept him at the top of the blues world.

With his 2023 Alligator Records album, “Writing on the Wall,” Montoya delivers what he is already calling one of the best records he’s ever made. For the very first time on Alligator, he decided to bring his road-tested band — noted keyboardist and songwriter Jeff Paris (Keb’ Mo’, Bill Withers), bassist Nathan Brown, and drummer Rena Beavers — into the studio with him. Between the camaraderie of the long-time bandmates and the sheer talent of all involved, the results have left Coco, in his words, “over the moon.”

Bilheimer Capitol Theatre

Lords of 52nd Street

CLEARWATER — Lords of 52nd Street, featuring musicians who backed up singer-songwriter Billy Joel from 1976 to 1981, will perform on Friday, Oct. 17, 8 p.m., at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater.

Tickets start at $32. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com or call 727-791-7400.

The Lords of 52nd Street will perform renditions of Joel’s hits. The outfit is led by three former members of the Billy Joel Band: multi-instrumentalist Richie Cannata, drummer/percussionist Liberty DeVitto and guitarist Russell Javors.

Four of the five Joel albums released in 1976-81 reached the Top 10 on the Billboard charts, including “The Stranger,” “52nd Street,” “Glass Houses” and the live “Songs in the Attic.”

Bilheimer Capitol Theatre

Joanne Shaw Taylor

CLEARWATER — British blues-rock star Joanne Shaw Taylor will perform on Saturday, Oct. 18, 8 p.m., at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater.

Tickets start at $39. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com or call 727-791-7400.

Taylor is on the road for a brand-new run of U.S. tour dates in support of her new album “Black & Gold,” released in June via Journeyman Records.

Taylor’s recent single from the new album, “Summer Love,” is a breezy, handclap-laced standout that captures the feel-good spirit of fleeting romance.

“I specifically had it in my mind that I wanted to write a summer pop single for this album,” Taylor said. “It’s just something I’ve always loved — driving around Michigan, now Tennessee in summer and having that one song you love to hear on the radio that years later triggers happy memories. I hope this could be that song for someone out there.”

Other singles from “Black & Gold” include the emotionally raw “Look What I’ve Become,” the high-octane “Hell of a Good Time,” and the introspective “Grayer Shade of Blue” and “I Gotta Stop Letting You Let Me Down.” Each single showcases a different facet of Taylor’s evolving sound, bridging raw blues-rock roots with vibrant pop edges and cinematic textures.

Known for her fiery musicianship and commanding stage presence, Taylor continues to captivate live audiences with a mix of fan favorites and new material from “Black & Gold.”

Bilheimer Capitol Theatre

Celebrating Meat Loaf

CLEARWATER — Celebrating Meat Loaf will present Bat Out of Helloween on Sunday, Oct. 19, 7:30 p.m., at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater.

Tickets start at $35. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com or call 727-791-7400.

This concert is the only authentic reimagining of the legendary Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman songbook performed by world-class alumni of Meat Loaf’s official band — the same musicians who brought his musical visions to life both in the studio and on stages around the world. Caleb Johnson returns with the band, having established his legitimacy as the premier lead vocalist for this timeless music through his powerful interpretations and electrifying stage presence. Led by Meat Loaf’s longtime record producer/music director/guitarist Paul Crook alongside fellow alumni John Miceli (drums), Randy Flowers (guitar), Lyssa Lynne (female lead/ backing vocals), Danny Miranda (bass) and including Andy Ascolese (piano), Mark Kelt (piano) and Kiley Baxter (featured vocals), the band and Johnson perform a thoughtfully curated set list of Meat Loaf’s best loved classics such as “Bat Out of Hell,” “Paradise by the Dashboard Light” and “I Would Do Anything For Love.”

As an added second set bonus, the show includes hit songs from “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” Meat Loaf starred as luckless delivery driver, Eddie, in the hit film and sang the showstopper, “Hot Patootie — Bless My Soul.”

Ferg’s Entertainment Complex

Pearcy & DeMartini

ST. PETERSBURG — Legendary frontman Stephen Pearcy and guitar virtuoso Warren DeMartini, the driving forces behind Ratt, are back together and on the road. Pearcy & DeMartini will perform on Friday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m., at Ferg’s Entertainment Complex, 1320 Central Ave., St. Petersburg.

Tickets start at $49.95. Visit www.fergssportsbar.com.

Ratt’s signature Sunset Strip sound helped define a generation, making them one of the biggest rock acts of the mid-’80s. As pioneers of Hollywood’s legendary hard rock scene, Pearcy and DeMartini became true rock legends, headlining massive arena tours with Ratt and selling multiple platinum albums.

Known for their overtly sexual appearance, rebellious attitude, and take no prisoner approach to metal, Atlantic Records recognized Ratt’s potential and star power, signing the band to a contract resulting in the 1984 album “Out of the Cellar,” which became one of many multi-platinum successes. In addition to “Round and Round,” Ratt’s popular singles include “Wanted Man,” “Lay It Down” and “You’re in Love.”

Now, Pearcy and DeMartini are reigniting the fire, delivering the music that made Ratt a household name with an all-star lineup including Carlos Cavazo (Quiet Riot, Ratt), Blas Elias (Slaughter) and Matt Thorne (Ratt).

Jannus Live

Phantogram

ST. PETERSBURG — Music duo Phantogram will perform on Thursday, Oct. 16, 7 p.m., at Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg.

Tickets start at $49.75. Visit www.jannuslive.com.

Multi-instrumentalists and vocalists Sarah Barthel and Josh Carter came together in Greenwich, New York, to form Phantogram in 2007. The longtime friends are known for their unique blend of electronic rock, dream pop, and trip-hop; their music features a mix of electronic loops, hip-hop beats, shoegaze, and soul influences.

Phantogram has released several albums, including their 2010 debut album, “Eyelid Movies.” They followed with “Voices” (2014),” “Three” (2016), and “Ceremony” (2020). “Memory of a Day,” their most recent album, was released in 2024 through Neon Gold Records.

Their singles “Fall in Love” and “You Don’t Get Me High Anymore” reached the Top 10 on the U.S. Alternative charts. They have collaborated with artists like Big Boi and the Flaming Lips. Phantogram’s sound is characterized by its street beat rhythms, psychedelic melodies, and organic textures.

Jannus Live

Magdalena Bay

ST. PETERSBURG — Alternative pop duo Magdalena Bay will perform on Friday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m., at Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg.

The show is sold out according to the venue. Visit www.jannuslive.com.

Magdalena Bay is the Los Angeles by way of Miami duo consisting of Mica Tenenbaum (vocals, producer, songwriter) and Matthew Lewin (producer, songwriter). The two first met at an after-school music program in Miami where they grew up, bonding over shared musical influences and eventually starting a prog rock band, Tabula Rasa.

That band broke up, but when Tenenbaum and Lewin crossed paths again in college, they reconnected with the goal of making something closer to pop music that blends retro and futuristic elements under the moniker Magdalena Bay. They released a series of EPs leading up to their critically acclaimed debut album, “Mercurial World,” in 2021 and went on to sell out their multiple headline tours, play numerous festivals around the world — including Coachella and Lollapalooza, tour with Billie Eilish, Charli xcx, Caroline Polachek, Flume — and collaborate with Grimes, Lil Yachty, JIHYO, Blu DeTiger and more.

Jannus Live

Noah Cyrus

ST. PETERSBURG — Noah Cyrus will perform on Saturday, Oct. 18, 7 p.m., at Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg.

Tickets start at $45.13. Visit www.jannuslive.com.

Noah Cyrus may have grown up in one of music’s most high-profile families, but after years in and around the spotlight, she emerges as her own woman and a fully realized artist. On her new album “I Want My Loved Ones to Go With Me,” Noah makes clear her independent voice and vision — while still recognizing those who shaped her. The album’s 11 tracks are all inspired by people Noah loves or has loved.

“For a long time, I couldn’t really trust in my own choices. I had to learn how to make decisions for myself and make that transition into adulthood,” Noah said in a press release from Wasserman Media. “But I’ve found who I am, also as an artist, and this record shows what I’ve had inside me all this time. This album is me.”

Noah is the youngest child of Billy Ray Cyrus and Tish Cyrus, and the younger sister of Miley Cyrus. Her debut album, “The Hardest Part,” was released in 2022. At the 63rd annual Grammy Awards, she was nominated for Best New Artist.

Jannus Live

2Hollis

ST. PETERSBURG — Rapper and producer 2Hollis will perform on Sunday, Oct. 19, 7 p.m., at Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Visit www.jannuslive.com.

Born Hollis Parker Frazier-Herndon and known professionally as 2hollis, this 21-year-old producer, singer, composer and songwriter hails from Los Angeles by way of Chicago. He is known for crafting music in the experimental, rap, electronic and pop realm. He shoots and edits most of his visuals alongside creating the art for his releases.

The internet has blown up with his various songs already and he has begun to sell out his tours from North America to Europe including his mosh-pit inducing stint being chosen to open the Ken Carson North American tour recently. Pitchfork calls him “a remarkably distinctive, eagerly experimental savant whose sound never stalls or stagnates.” He is recently signed to Interscope Records.

Jannus Live

Iam Tongi

ST. PETERSBURG — Iam Tongi will perform on Monday, Oct. 20, 7 p.m., at Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg.

Tickets start at $36.01. Visit www.jannuslive.com.

According to MN2S Management, William “Iam” Guy Tongi first gained national recognition after winning Season 21 of “American Idol,” making history as the first winner from Hawaii and the first Pacific Islander to achieve this honor. Tongi’s journey on the show was marked by heartfelt performances, particularly his emotional rendition of James Blunt’s “Monsters,” which he dedicated to his late father. This performance not only earned him a standing ovation but also went viral, showcasing his ability to connect deeply with audiences.

Before his rise to fame, Tongi showcased his musical talent through original singles, including “Dreams,” which he wrote for his sister’s wedding, and a cover of ABBA’s “The Winner Takes It All.” His pre-Idol work laid a solid foundation for his career, demonstrating his songwriting skills and versatility as an artist. Following his “American Idol” victory, he released the single “I’ll Be Seeing You,” which achieved impressive chart success, reaching No. 3 on Billboard’s Digital Song Sales.

Murray Theatre

Jeff Scott Soto & Jason Bieler

CLEARWATER — Jeff Scott Soto and Jason Bieler will present an acoustic evening on Thursday, Oct. 16, 8 p.m., in Murray Theatre at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater.

Tickets start at $30. Call 727-791-7400 or visit www.rutheckerdhall.com.

Get ready for a night of music, madness and mildly inappropriate stories when two of rock’s most unpredictable and ridiculously talented humans, Jason Bieler of Saigon Kick and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra; and Jeff Scott Soto of Sons of Apollo, TSO, and Journey, take the stage. The pair will be performing acoustic madness, fan favorites, deep cuts and surprises. Expect harmonies, wild improv and a setlist only they could get away with.

Bieler made his mark as the creative force behind Saigon Kick, later expanding his sonic universe with The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra, blending prog rock, metal, and pop sensibilities with dark humor and fearless experimentation.

Soto has fronted everyone from Journey to Sons of Apollo and Trans-Siberian Orchestra, and is known for his powerhouse vocals, electrifying stage presence, and genre-defying versatility.

Safety Harbor Art & Music Center

Mighty Mystic

SAFETY HARBOR — Mighty Mystic will perform on Saturday, Oct. 18, 7:30 p.m., at the Safety Harbor Art & Music Center, 706 Second St. N., Safety Harbor.

Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Visit www.safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com.

Mighty Mystic is considered as one of the leaders in the U.S. Reggae scene and labeled by many as one of the more prolific artists to develop outside of Jamaica. He has gripped the scene with ferocious conviction and an uncanny ambition worthy to be mentioned among the greats. He has gone from being a fan of reggae music to being a contributor to the art.

Mighty Mystic came on the scene in 2006 after scoring his first international hit with the song “Riding on the Clouds.” However, it wasn’t until the release of his first album “Wake up the World” (2010) that he became a household name. “Wake up the World” boasted several standouts, such as “Revolution,” “Riding on the Clouds,” “Original Love,” and “Slipped Away,” with appearances from reggae icon Shaggy and roots rocker Lutan Fyah. Mystic continues to wake up the world with his high energy, message-driven brand of reggae music which he emphatically calls “hard roots.” It is this unique spin on classic reggae blended with hip hop and rock that has catapulted him to the forefront of today’s Reggae Revival. Mighty Mystic is also the younger brother of current Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness. When asked, does being the brother of Prime Minister Holness have any impact on your music? Mystic simply says, “Andrew has a job to do and so do I, impact or not we both have our own mission to complete.”

Ruth Eckerd Hall

Yes

CLEARWATER — Influential and pioneering Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Yes are on the road for “The Fragile Tour 2025,” which will include a concert on Saturday, Oct. 18, 8 p.m., at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater.

Tickets start at $53.25. Call 727-791-7400 or visit www.rutheckerdhall.com.

Yes currently features members Steve Howe (guitars, vocals), Geoff Downes (keyboards), Jon Davison (vocals, acoustic guitar), Billy Sherwood (bass guitar, vocals), and Jay Schellen (drums). For this series of shows, the progressive rock titans will perform their iconic “Fragile” album in its entirety along with classics cuts from their legendary body of work. The multi-platinum album features their signature songs “Roundabout,” “Long Distance Runaround” and “Heart of the Sunrise.” “Fragile,” the band’s fourth studio album, was released in the UK in November 1971 and in the U.S. in January 1972. The original tour supporting “Fragile” is regarded as a key moment is the history of the band: It is when Yes became a headline act in the United States.

“All the band’s albums had a unique feel and approach,” said Howe in a press release announcing the tour. “After ‘The Yes Album,’ so many things came together, with [co-producer] Eddie Offord steering the proceedings. While the band focused on only four main songs with full arrangements, each of us wrote and designed a solo piece, which was Bill [Bruford]’s great idea. It’s fairly ‘odd-ball,’ but we were at the height of our creativity, determined for success.” Howe adds: “It gave us confidence, further than our own in-stock belief, we’d crafted this unusual but noticeable musical twist to rock and what later became prog.”

“Fragile” also marks the band’s first album to be designed by artist Roger Dean. He would also design many of the band’s future album covers, the band’s logo, and live stage sets. This striking union of music and design is key in how the band’s sound and vision would be perceived; it also underlined how important artistic visuals were becoming in the rock world. On “The Fragile Tour 2025,” Yes will perform in front of a video wall featuring AI treatment of Dean’s art. Dean art will be available in the merch area at all the shows.

“Roger was and is quintessential to the look of Yes,” said Howe. “He’s still creating great paintings and design — he has no competition.”

Ruth Eckerd Hall

Ryan Bingham and the Texas Gentlemen

CLEARWATER — Oscar and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Ryan Bingham will reunite with The Texas Gentlemen to extend “The All Night Long Tour” into the fall. The outing will make a stop in the Tampa Bay area for a show on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 7:30 p.m., at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater.

Tickets start at $57.25. Call 727-791-7400 or visit www.rutheckerdhall.com.

The tour announcement came on the heels of Bingham’s single “Americana,” the first glimpse at a new chapter of music from the singer-songwriter. The release of Americana follows a busy stretch of original work for screen from Bingham. In June, he unveiled “Dangerous,” an original song featured in the IFC/Shudder thriller Dangerous Animals, which debuted on VOD and digital platforms July 22. Just prior, on May 22, Bingham shared the full studio version of “A Song for the Stone,” first introduced during the final season of Yellowstone. Both tracks are available now on all major streaming platforms.

From a Southwest drifter and professional bull rider to award-winning singer-songwriter, Bingham has packed a few lifetimes into his unlikely journey, all while transforming personal trials and adventures into a resonant soundtrack that speaks to the heart of the human experience. Known for his raw and emotive music, evocative storytelling, and trademark weather-beaten vocals, Bingham has risen over the years to become one of the most distinctive and authentic voices of his generation. Born in Hobbs, New Mexico, and raised across Texas, his music defies classification — blending folk, blues, country, and rock ’n’ roll into an unmistakable sound all his own.

Since his debut, the former Americana Music Association Artist of the Year has released six studio albums, including “Mescalito (2007), “Roadhouse Sun” (2009), “Junky Star” (2010), “Tomorrowland” (2012), “Fear and Saturday Night” (2015), and “American Love Song” (2019) — as well as two live albums and the 2023 EP “Watch Out For The Wolf.” His career has been defined by an uncompromising independent spirit, earning him top honors over the years including a Grammy, Oscar, Golden Globe, and Critics’ Choice Award.

With “The All Night Long Tour,” Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen deliver a one-of-a-kind concert experience — no opener, just two electrifying sets separated by an intermission. The result is an extended immersive evening that captures the heart of Bingham’s signature sound and storytelling. In collaboration with tour sponsors Bingham’s Bourbon and Turtlebox, select venue intermissions will also feature carefully curated moments including a Bingham’s Bourbon pop-up lounge, exclusive merch, fan photo ops, and surprise moments — crafting an atmosphere that extends far beyond the stage.

The Ritz Ybor

Lumasi

TAMPA — Lumasi will perform on Friday, Oct. 17, 10 p.m., at the Ritz Ybor, 1503 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa.

Tickets start at $20.77. Visit www.theritzybor.com.

Lumasi is an emerging bass music artist rising fast in the scene, known for his quality production and unique remixes of nostalgic tunes. You may have seen him going viral on TikTok by showing his girlfriend the remixes he made for her. His live performance will take you on a journey through sound with addictive melodies and heavy bass lines.

The Ritz Ybor

Cartel

TAMPA — Pop punk band Cartel will perform on Saturday, Oct. 18, 6:30 p.m., at the Ritz Ybor, 1503 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa.

Tickets start at $38.25. Visit www.theritzybor.com.

The band is celebrating the 20th anniversary of their iconic debut album “Chroma,” released in 2005. Featuring the singles including “Honestly” and “Say Anything (Else),” “Chroma” debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. It is now considered one of the best pop punk albums of all time.

Current members of the band include vocalist/bassist Will Pugh, lead guitarist Joseph Pepper, and rhythm guitarist Nic Hudson.

The Ritz Ybor

ARMNHMR

TAMPA — ARMNHMR will take the stage on Saturday, Oct. 18, 10 p.m., at the Ritz Ybor, 1503 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa.

Tickets start at $26.48. Visit www.theritzybor.com.

According to electronic music event promoter Insomniac, Joseph Chung and Joseph Abella — who go by the stage name ARMNHMR — are Los Angeles-based musicians, DJs, and record producers who have spent most of their lives around music. While existing in the electronic dance music scene, ARMNHMR has been represented by Monstercat, Dim Mak, Barong Family, BREDNBUTTER, and Spinnin Records to name a few. They have collaborated with other artists such as Adventure Club, Kayzo and Lights. They have also performed at multiple well known music festivals such as Electric Daisy Carnival, Ultra Music Festival, Tomorrowland, Electric Zoo, Beyond Wonderland, Global Dance, Moonrise and more.

Festival goers turned headliners, Chung and Abella compliment their individual musical tastes to create distinctive melodic sound. From remixes and EPs to their debut album “The Free World,” the duo has fostered a global fanbase through intertwining their ethereal melodies with expertly crafted heart-pounding bass drops.