Safety Harbor Art & Music Center<\/p>\n
Coco Montoya<\/p>\n
SAFETY HARBOR \u2014 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.<\/p>\n
Tickets are $40 in advance and $45 at the door. Visit www.safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Mentored by the \u201cMaster of the Telecaster,\u201d 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 \u2014 which won him the Blues Music Award for Best New Artist \u2014 Montoya\u2019s endlessly inventive guitar work and passionate, hard-hitting vocals have kept him at the top of the blues world.<\/p>\n With his 2023 Alligator Records album, \u201cWriting on the Wall,\u201d Montoya delivers what he is already calling one of the best records he\u2019s ever made. For the very first time on Alligator, he decided to bring his road-tested band \u2014 noted keyboardist and songwriter Jeff Paris (Keb\u2019 Mo\u2019, Bill Withers), bassist Nathan Brown, and drummer Rena Beavers \u2014 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, \u201cover the moon.\u201d<\/p>\n Bilheimer Capitol Theatre<\/p>\n Lords of 52nd Street<\/p>\n CLEARWATER \u2014 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.<\/p>\n Tickets start at $32. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com<\/a> or call 727-791-7400.<\/p>\n The Lords of 52nd Street will perform renditions of Joel\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n Four of the five Joel albums released in 1976-81 reached the Top 10 on the Billboard charts, including \u201cThe Stranger,\u201d \u201c52nd Street,\u201d \u201cGlass Houses\u201d and the live \u201cSongs in the Attic.\u201d<\/p>\n Bilheimer Capitol Theatre<\/p>\n Joanne Shaw Taylor<\/p>\n CLEARWATER \u2014 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.<\/p>\n Tickets start at $39. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com<\/a> or call 727-791-7400.<\/p>\n Taylor is on the road for a brand-new run of U.S. tour dates in support of her new album \u201cBlack & Gold,\u201d released in June via Journeyman Records.<\/p>\n Taylor\u2019s recent single from the new album, \u201cSummer Love,\u201d is a breezy, handclap-laced standout that captures the feel-good spirit of fleeting romance.<\/p>\n \u201cI specifically had it in my mind that I wanted to write a summer pop single for this album,\u201d Taylor said. \u201cIt\u2019s just something I\u2019ve always loved \u2014 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.\u201d<\/p>\n Other singles from \u201cBlack & Gold\u201d include the emotionally raw \u201cLook What I\u2019ve Become,\u201d the high-octane \u201cHell of a Good Time,\u201d and the introspective \u201cGrayer Shade of Blue\u201d and \u201cI Gotta Stop Letting You Let Me Down.\u201d Each single showcases a different facet of Taylor\u2019s evolving sound, bridging raw blues-rock roots with vibrant pop edges and cinematic textures.<\/p>\n 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 \u201cBlack & Gold.\u201d<\/p>\n Bilheimer Capitol Theatre<\/p>\n Celebrating Meat Loaf<\/p>\n CLEARWATER \u2014 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.<\/p>\n Tickets start at $35. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com<\/a> or call 727-791-7400.<\/p>\n 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 \u2014 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 \u201cBat Out of Hell,\u201d \u201cParadise by the Dashboard Light\u201d and \u201cI Would Do Anything For Love.\u201d<\/p>\n As an added second set bonus, the show includes hit songs from \u201cThe Rocky Horror Picture Show.\u201d Meat Loaf starred as luckless delivery driver, Eddie, in the hit film and sang the showstopper, \u201cHot Patootie \u2014 Bless My Soul.\u201d<\/p>\n Ferg\u2019s Entertainment Complex<\/p>\n Pearcy & DeMartini<\/p>\n ST. PETERSBURG \u2014 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\u2019s Entertainment Complex, 1320 Central Ave., St. Petersburg.<\/p>\n Tickets start at $49.95. Visit www.fergssportsbar.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Ratt\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n Known for their overtly sexual appearance, rebellious attitude, and take no prisoner approach to metal, Atlantic Records recognized Ratt\u2019s potential and star power, signing the band to a contract resulting in the 1984 album \u201cOut of the Cellar,\u201d which became one of many multi-platinum successes. In addition to \u201cRound and Round,\u201d Ratt\u2019s popular singles include \u201cWanted Man,\u201d \u201cLay It Down\u201d and \u201cYou\u2019re in Love.\u201d<\/p>\n 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).<\/p>\n Jannus Live<\/p>\n Phantogram<\/p>\n ST. PETERSBURG \u2014 Music duo Phantogram will perform on Thursday, Oct. 16, 7 p.m., at Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg.<\/p>\n Tickets start at $49.75. Visit www.jannuslive.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n Phantogram has released several albums, including their 2010 debut album, \u201cEyelid Movies.\u201d They followed with \u201cVoices\u201d (2014),\u201d “Three\u201d (2016), and \u201cCeremony\u201d (2020). \u201cMemory of a Day,\u201d their most recent album, was released in 2024 through Neon Gold Records.<\/p>\n Their singles \u201cFall in Love\u201d and \u201cYou Don\u2019t Get Me High Anymore\u201d 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.<\/p>\n Jannus Live<\/p>\n Magdalena Bay<\/p>\n ST. PETERSBURG \u2014 Alternative pop duo Magdalena Bay will perform on Friday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m., at Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg.<\/p>\n The show is sold out according to the venue. Visit www.jannuslive.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n 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, \u201cMercurial World,\u201d in 2021 and went on to sell out their multiple headline tours, play numerous festivals around the world \u2014 including Coachella and Lollapalooza, tour with Billie Eilish, Charli xcx, Caroline Polachek, Flume \u2014 and collaborate with Grimes, Lil Yachty, JIHYO, Blu DeTiger and more.<\/p>\n Jannus Live<\/p>\n Noah Cyrus<\/p>\n ST. PETERSBURG \u2014 Noah Cyrus will perform on Saturday, Oct. 18, 7 p.m., at Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg.<\/p>\n Tickets start at $45.13. Visit www.jannuslive.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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 \u201cI Want My Loved Ones to Go With Me,\u201d Noah makes clear her independent voice and vision \u2014 while still recognizing those who shaped her. The album’s 11 tracks are all inspired by people Noah loves or has loved.<\/p>\n “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.”<\/p>\n Noah is the youngest child of Billy Ray Cyrus and Tish Cyrus, and the younger sister of Miley Cyrus. Her debut album, \u201cThe Hardest Part,\u201d was released in 2022. At the 63rd annual Grammy Awards, she was nominated for Best New Artist.<\/p>\n Jannus Live<\/p>\n 2Hollis<\/p>\n ST. PETERSBURG \u2014 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<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n Jannus Live<\/p>\n Iam Tongi<\/p>\n ST. PETERSBURG \u2014 Iam Tongi will perform on Monday, Oct. 20, 7 p.m., at Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg.<\/p>\n Tickets start at $36.01. Visit www.jannuslive.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n According to MN2S Management, William \u201cIam\u201d Guy Tongi first gained national recognition after winning Season 21 of \u201cAmerican Idol,\u201d making history as the first winner from Hawaii and the first Pacific Islander to achieve this honor. Tongi\u2019s journey on the show was marked by heartfelt performances, particularly his emotional rendition of James Blunt\u2019s \u201cMonsters,\u201d 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.<\/p>\n Before his rise to fame, Tongi showcased his musical talent through original singles, including \u201cDreams,\u201d which he wrote for his sister\u2019s wedding, and a cover of ABBA\u2019s \u201cThe Winner Takes It All.\u201d His pre-Idol work laid a solid foundation for his career, demonstrating his songwriting skills and versatility as an artist. Following his \u201cAmerican Idol\u201d victory, he released the single \u201cI\u2019ll Be Seeing You,\u201d which achieved impressive chart success, reaching No. 3 on Billboard\u2019s Digital Song Sales.<\/p>\n Murray Theatre<\/p>\n Jeff Scott Soto & Jason Bieler<\/p>\n CLEARWATER \u2014 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.<\/p>\n Tickets start at $30. Call 727-791-7400 or visit www.rutheckerdhall.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Get ready for a night of music, madness and mildly inappropriate stories when two of rock\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n Safety Harbor Art & Music Center<\/p>\n Mighty Mystic<\/p>\n SAFETY HARBOR \u2014 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.<\/p>\n Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Visit www.safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n Mighty Mystic came on the scene in 2006 after scoring his first international hit with the song \u201cRiding on the Clouds.\u201d However, it wasn\u2019t until the release of his first album \u201cWake up the World\u201d (2010) that he became a household name. \u201cWake up the World\u201d boasted several standouts, such as \u201cRevolution,\u201d \u201cRiding on the Clouds,\u201d \u201cOriginal Love,\u201d and \u201cSlipped Away,\u201d 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 \u201chard roots.\u201d It is this unique spin on classic reggae blended with hip hop and rock that has catapulted him to the forefront of today\u2019s 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, \u201cAndrew has a job to do and so do I, impact or not we both have our own mission to complete.\u201d<\/p>\n Ruth Eckerd Hall<\/p>\n Yes<\/p>\n CLEARWATER \u2014 Influential and pioneering Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Yes are on the road for \u201cThe Fragile Tour 2025,\u201d which will include a concert on Saturday, Oct. 18, 8 p.m., at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater.<\/p>\n Tickets start at $53.25. Call 727-791-7400 or visit www.rutheckerdhall.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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 \u201cFragile\u201d album in its entirety along with classics cuts from their legendary body of work. The multi-platinum album features their signature songs \u201cRoundabout,\u201d \u201cLong Distance Runaround\u201d and \u201cHeart of the Sunrise.\u201d \u201cFragile,\u201d the band\u2019s fourth studio album, was released in the UK in November 1971 and in the U.S. in January 1972. The original tour supporting \u201cFragile\u201d is regarded as a key moment is the history of the band: It is when Yes became a headline act in the United States.<\/p>\n \u201cAll the band\u2019s albums had a unique feel and approach,\u201d said Howe in a press release announcing the tour. \u201cAfter \u2018The Yes Album,\u2019 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.\u201d Howe adds: \u201cIt 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.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cFragile\u201d also marks the band\u2019s first album to be designed by artist Roger Dean. He would also design many of the band\u2019s future album covers, the band\u2019s logo, and live stage sets. This striking union of music and design is key in how the band\u2019s sound and vision would be perceived; it also underlined how important artistic visuals were becoming in the rock world. On \u201cThe Fragile Tour 2025,\u201d Yes will perform in front of a video wall featuring AI treatment of Dean\u2019s art. Dean art will be available in the merch area at all the shows.<\/p>\n \u201cRoger was and is quintessential to the look of Yes,\u201d said Howe. \u201cHe’s still creating great paintings and design \u2014 he has no competition.\u201d<\/p>\n Ruth Eckerd Hall<\/p>\n Ryan Bingham and the Texas Gentlemen<\/p>\n CLEARWATER \u2014 Oscar and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Ryan Bingham will reunite with The Texas Gentlemen to extend \u201cThe All Night Long Tour\u201d 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.<\/p>\n Tickets start at $57.25. Call 727-791-7400 or visit www.rutheckerdhall.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n The tour announcement came on the heels of Bingham\u2019s single \u201cAmericana,\u201d 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 \u201cDangerous,\u201d 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 \u201cA Song for the Stone,\u201d first introduced during the final season of Yellowstone. Both tracks are available now on all major streaming platforms.<\/p>\n 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 \u2014 blending folk, blues, country, and rock \u2019n\u2019 roll into an unmistakable sound all his own.<\/p>\n Since his debut, the former Americana Music Association Artist of the Year has released six studio albums, including \u201cMescalito (2007), \u201cRoadhouse Sun\u201d (2009), \u201cJunky Star\u201d (2010), \u201cTomorrowland\u201d (2012), \u201cFear and Saturday Night\u201d (2015), and \u201cAmerican Love Song\u201d (2019) \u2014 as well as two live albums and the 2023 EP \u201cWatch Out For The Wolf.\u201d 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\u2019 Choice Award.<\/p>\n With \u201cThe All Night Long Tour,\u201d Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen deliver a one-of-a-kind concert experience \u2014 no opener, just two electrifying sets separated by an intermission. The result is an extended immersive evening that captures the heart of Bingham\u2019s signature sound and storytelling. In collaboration with tour sponsors Bingham\u2019s Bourbon and Turtlebox, select venue intermissions will also feature carefully curated moments including a Bingham\u2019s Bourbon pop-up lounge, exclusive merch, fan photo ops, and surprise moments \u2014 crafting an atmosphere that extends far beyond the stage.<\/p>\n The Ritz Ybor<\/p>\n Lumasi<\/p>\n TAMPA \u2014 Lumasi will perform on Friday, Oct. 17, 10 p.m., at the Ritz Ybor, 1503 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa.<\/p>\n Tickets start at $20.77. Visit www.theritzybor.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n The Ritz Ybor<\/p>\n Cartel<\/p>\n TAMPA \u2014 Pop punk band Cartel will perform on Saturday, Oct. 18, 6:30 p.m., at the Ritz Ybor, 1503 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa.<\/p>\n