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April 2017

Sunday Soul Revue w/ Evan Taylor Jones, Jeff White and Soul Taxi, and Kelly Jarrard – $8

April 16, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
$8

5PM $8 Sunday Soul Revue Evan Taylor Jones (SOUL/ROCK) Evan Taylor Jones is an eclectic soul-rock artist and singer/songwriter from Orlando, Florida. Born in Inglewood, CA, Jones is no stranger to the struggle that bared his family and the community of people from the area. His voice is truly a revelation of the experiences he’s known growing up. Jones is the youngest of three athletic boys; raised by a single Mother, who he now claims as his Guardian Angel. When…

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Grateful Dead Nite w/ Uncle John’s Band – FREE

April 20, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 8:00 pm on Thursday, repeating until April 29, 2017

Free

8pm FREE (JAMBAND/TRIBUTE) Hippies please use side door... UJB has been faithfully bringing the music and spirit of the Grateful Dead to Skipper's every Thursday at Skipper's since 1998. Uncle John's Band was formed in 1989 in Clearwater Florida from a combination of talented musicians who love to play the music of the Grateful Dead. The purpose of Uncle John's Band is to recreate the atmosphere and musical adventure of a live Dead show. Over the past many years, Uncle…

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Resinated with The Ries Brothers and Guerrilla Panic – $8/12

April 21, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
$8 – $12

8pm - $8/12 Resinated (DISCO/REGGAE) Resinated is a band from St. Petersburg, Fl. The quartet is a 4 piece pop act w/ reggae and funk influences. The guys known each other for over 10 years. They grew up on the beaches from Madeira to IRB. Kenny Mullins is a singer-songwriter from Madeira Beach, Florida and pursued Resinated as an acoustic act until reuniting w/ high school music friends and skim boarders, John Gray (Bass/Vocals) and Josh Hasak (Percussion). Singer-songwriter and…

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Holey Miss Moley and Ajeva – $10/13

April 22, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
$10 – $13

8pm $10/13 Holey Miss Moley (FUNK/ROCK/SOUL) is a nine piece Funk-Flavored Rock-Soul Infused Groove Factory based out of St.Petersburg to Orlando, Florida. Their high-energy sound is reminiscent of old school 70's funk melded with elements of Disco, Jazz, Soul and Hip-hop creating a superb fusion that delights and energizes the crowd getting people up and dancing all night! The musicians in Holey Miss Moley have collaborated together for years and it shows through their tight-knit sound and well orchestrated music.…

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Nafapalooza Benefit – $10 Minimum Suggested Donation

April 23, 2017 @ 4:00 pm
$10

4pm - $10 Minimum Suggested Donation Nafapalooza In reverse order of appearance 6 Volt Rodeo Twisty Chris and the Pudding’ Packs Hot Rod Hornets Midnight Bowlers League PigeonHöle The Johnny Zoom Hi-Fi Show Gafataitua Fa’alogo (Nafa to most) unexpectedly passed away February 4, 2017. Nafa was born in Newport Beach, California and proudly being of Samoan heritage, he was granted the Chief Name of Fa’alogo Connelly Fa’alogo. After moving to Tampa with his parents in 1981, he worked at the…

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Popa Chubby – $12/15

April 25, 2017 @ 7:00 pm
$12 – $15

7pm $12/15 Popa Chubby (BLUES/ROCK) Popa Chubby, born Ted Horowitz, has been hard rocking the blues in his fierce and soulful way for more than 25 years. Over the course of a career that dates back to 1994, he has been a force of to be reckoned with on the guitar, and his tempestuous, soulful playing has never been more powerful. An imposing figure with a shaven head, tattooed arms, a goatee and a performance style he describes as “the…

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Sean Chambers CD Release – $7/10

April 28, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
$7 – $10

8pm - $7/10 CD Release Show Sean Chambers (BLUES/SOUL/COUNTRY/ROCK) "Guitarist Chambers achieves the distinctly American blues/soul/country/rock sound that the Stones used to aspire to long ago." - Jerry Shriver, USA TODAY Sean Chambers toured with the legendary Hubert Sumlin as his guitarist and band leader from 1998-2003. Britain's own Guitarist magazine named Chambers as “One of the top 50 blues guitarists of the last century.” After his tenure with Sumlin, he performed on his own, and in 2003 was asked…

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Jim Chambers Music Box presents “Spring Dinger” – $6/8

April 29, 2017 @ 7:00 pm
$6 – $8

7pm - $6/8 Jim Chambers Music Box Presents "SPRING DINGER" featuring INKBLOT, EXTRA CELESTIAL, HEROES FOR HIRE, SICK HOT w/Special Guests--SUGAR RUSH. SUGAR RUSH www.facebook.com/SugarRushGirlsRock/ INKBLOT www.facebook.com/inkblotbandtampa/ Extra Celestial www.facebook.com/extracelestialband/ Heroes For Hire www.facebook.com/heroesforhireband/ Sick Hot www.facebook.com/sickhot/  

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Showbiz Kids (Steely Dan Tribute Band) – $10/15

April 30, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
$10 – $15

5pm - $10/15 Show Biz Kids - 12 piece Steely Dan Tribute and Event Band (TRIBUTE/COVER) Meticulous arrangements combined with world-class vocal and instrumental performances bring Steely Dan’s hits to life with the vibrancy and immediacy of a front row experience in a major arena, presented by this 12-piece group of internationally recognized studio and touring musicians, Show Biz Kids. Led by renowned New York keyboardist Phil Magallanes (who toured and recorded with many musical luminaries including Arturo Sandoval, Blood…

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May 2017

Grateful Dead Nite w/ Uncle John’s Band – FREE

May 4, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 8:00 pm on Thursday, repeating until May 26, 2017

Free

8pm FREE (JAMBAND/TRIBUTE) Hippies please use side door... UJB has been faithfully bringing the music and spirit of the Grateful Dead to Skipper's every Thursday at Skipper's since 1998. Uncle John's Band was formed in 1989 in Clearwater Florida from a combination of talented musicians who love to play the music of the Grateful Dead. The purpose of Uncle John's Band is to recreate the atmosphere and musical adventure of a live Dead show. Over the past many years, Uncle…

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Orange Blossom Jamboree Pre Party – $10/13

May 5, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
$10 – $13

8pm - $10/13 Displace (PSYCHEDELIC/FUNK/FUSION) Displace is a psychedelic, funk-fusion outfit with disco and jazz influences based out of Tampa, Florida. Known for their high energy, catchy vocals, and stirring improvisational passages, this dynamic genre-blending platform is a highly sought after, rising talent in the Southeast. Though founded in March 2012, their lineup was not finalized until September of 2013. Since making these permanent changes, Displace has been on a major upswing. In 2014 the band played AURA Music and…

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The Mud Flappers and Savants of Soul – $7/10

May 6, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
$7 – $10

8pm $7/10 The Mud Flappers (BLUES/JAZZ/ACOUSTIC) Brandishing a wide arsenal of traditional acoustic instruments, this seven piece mini-orchestra has developed a reputation for ecstatic live performances and infectious onstage energy. Pulling influences every which way from the depression soaked blues of the dustbowl to the prohibitionary jazz of your local speakeasy. This sonic gumbo will have you coming back for seconds every time! www.facebook.com/themudflappers Savants of Soul (SOUL) Over the past two years, a phenomenon has taken Gainesville's live music scene…

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Soul Circus Cowboys, Randy McNeely and The Chris Massey Band – $7/10

May 7, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
$7 – $10

5pm - $7/10 Soul Circus Cowboys (TAILGATE COUNTRY) When the sum total is greater than the individual parts, it’s called “synergy” or in this case, “The Soul Circus Cowboys.” Their diverse life experiences and eclectic blend of musical styles combine to create a truly unique new band with a sound that is all their own. Soul Circus Cowboys are four extremely talented individuals, Billy McKnight; vocals, band leader and songwriter, Jason Alfano; drummer, Michael Bach; bass, vocals and Rick Morgan…

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WMNF Presents Selwyn Birchwood CD Release w/ Josh Miller Blues Revue – $12/15

May 12, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
$12 – $15

8pm - $12/15 Selwyn Birchwood Band (BLUES) Selwyn Birchwood, Florida’s rising young blues fireball, is a guitar and lap-steel-playing bundle of pure energy. He delivers his original songs with a revival tent preacher’s fervor and a natural storyteller’s charisma made all the more impactful by his raw, unvarnished vocals. Birchwood plays high-octane blues – at once deeply rooted, funky and up-to-the-minute – with true passion and honest emotion. With his band feeding off his drive and exuberance, the striking 6’3”…

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Jah Movement & DJ Steel – $7/10

May 13, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
$7 – $10

8pm $7/10 Jah Movement (REGGAE) Made with some of the best independent musicians in the South West Florida Region. Jah Movement Reggae Band (JMRB) has a glorifying sound where the individual talents of each member comes together and add their style of talent to music. Founded in May of 2015, JMRB has established a well known name and image through out Florida. Their passion of performing live for different audiences of different ages, the band comes equipped with not only…

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The Steppin Stones w/ All Day Tuck – $7/10

May 14, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
$7 – $10

5pm - $7/10 The Steppin Stones (NOSTALGIC ROCK) What’s the secret to forming a band that has been around for a decade, put out four releases, and shared stages with renowned musical acts including Kansas, Jefferson Starship, Outlaws, Lyle Lovett, Jason Isbell, and Rusted Root all by the age you can legally vote? One answer: start young. Hannah Wicklund (guitar/vocals), Justice Ian Jones (drums), and Andrew Ottimo (bass/vocals) began following their passion for music at ages when most kids still…

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Reggae Jammin’ Wednesday w/ DJ J-Royal – FREE

May 17, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 8:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until June 1, 2017

Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road Tampa, Florida 33613 813.971.0666
Tampa, FL 33613 United States
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Free

8pm - Free Reggae Jammin' Wednesday DJ J-Royal (REGGAE)

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Bill “Sauce Boss” Wharton – $10/13

May 19, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
$10 – $13

8pm  $10/13 Florida Music Hall of Fame Inductee March 2017 Bill “Sauce Boss” Wharton Bill “Sauce Boss” Wharton brings his high energy, gumbo stirring, swamp funk to the gig. For those who don’t know about the Sauce Boss, he brings his own hot sauce to the gig, and he cooks gumbo while smoking his slide guitar. At the end of the Show, everyone gets a bowl. Now he's added some new flavors to the “stew”. Sauce Boss not only plays…

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Unknown Hinson with Wayne the Train Hancock – $15/20

May 20, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
$15 – $20

8pm - $15/20 Unknown Hinson (VAMPIRE/ROCKABILLY) 400 year old hillbilly vampire playing magical searing guitar riffs and funny as hell lyrics. Tight as a tick band with perfect pitch. Unknown Hinson is the voice of Early Cuyler on Squidbillies, Cartoon Network show. www.unknownhinson.com Wayne the Train Hancock (HONKY-TONK/SWING/ROCKABILLY) Since his stunning debut, Thunderstorms and Neon Signs in 1995, Wayne “The Train” Hancock has been the undisputed king of Juke Joint Swing - that alchemist’s dream of honky-tonk, western swing, blues,…

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Big Al and the Heavyweights – $8

May 21, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
$8

$8 - 5pm Big Al and the Heavyweights (BLUES) Big Al and the Heavyweights began their musical journey in 1996 as the “Unknown Blues Band”. Founding members included Warren Haynes, who went on to become a driving force with the Allman Bros and later founded Gov't Mule, Rick Gerken of Sweethearts of the Rodeo and of course, Big Al. The band has recorded six CD's of original material. Each of the CD's have had songs featured as “Blues Breakers of…

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Suncoast Blues Society 20th Anniversary Party with Mike Zito and Chris O’Leary – $15/20

May 26, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
$15 – $20

8pm -  $15/20 Mike Zito (BLUES) Born in South St. Louis, Mo. Mike Zito grew up in a working class home with a dire love of music. It was his escape and way out. After a decade working in a local guitar shop, Mike learned his craft from the ground up playing in clubs 7 nights a week. He fell in love with the Blues of St. Louis and the stories of the country singers. His first self released album "Blue…

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Dikki Du & the Zydeco Krewe – $10/13

May 27, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
$10 – $13

8pm - $10/13 Dikki Du & the Zydeco Krewe (CAJUN/ZYDECO) The Carrier family is as synonymous with Zydeco music as beads are with Mardi Gras. Dikki Du Carrier marks the third generation of the Carriers to keep the musical tradition alive. Zydeco is a family thing. If one plays, everyone plays! He picked up the washboard at nine years old, the drums at 13, and traveled the world professionally at 19. But Dikki's life changed when he decided he wanted a band…

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21st Annual Scratch My Back Benefitting FOHCAS – $10 Minimum Suggested Donation

May 28, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
$10

5pm - $10 Minimum Suggested Donation FoHCAS is a 501c3 non-profit organization that works to benefit the shelter animals of Hillsborough County Animal Services (Pet Resource Center). Our Purpose Is To..... Provide loving care for the shelter’s animals; Raise funds for their medical and other care; Reduce euthanasia by assisting in the promotion of adoption of shelter animals; Promote the humane treatment and care of cats, dogs and other companion animals through the education of the public as to responsible pet…

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June 2017

Grateful Dead Nite w/ Uncle John’s Band – FREE

June 1, 2017 @ 7:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Thursday, repeating until July 1, 2017

Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road Tampa, Florida 33613 813.971.0666
Tampa, FL 33613 United States
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Free

8pm FREE (JAMBAND/TRIBUTE) Hippies please use side door... UJB has been faithfully bringing the music and spirit of the Grateful Dead to Skipper's every Thursday at Skipper's since 1998. Uncle John's Band was formed in 1989 in Clearwater Florida from a combination of talented musicians who love to play the music of the Grateful Dead. The purpose of Uncle John's Band is to recreate the atmosphere and musical adventure of a live Dead show. Over the past many years, Uncle…

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The Applebutter Express w/ Beartoe – $10/13

June 2, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road Tampa, Florida 33613 813.971.0666
Tampa, FL 33613 United States
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$10 – $13

8pm $10/13 The Applebutter Express (UKULELE FUNK) The band’s story begins in 2004, when Kyle Biss met his future wife Shannon while working at a record store in Bradenton, Florida. Still a focused bass player, Kyle picked up a ukulele in 2010 and began to write songs, with the idea of singing with Shannon (his then girlfriend) for fun on the couch. Pretty soon the duo began making a name for themselves among the open mic community; in no time,…

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Peace of Woodstock – $10/13

June 3, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
$10 – $13

8pm $10/13 Peace of Woodstock (TRIBUTE) Peace of Woodstock is a show paying tribute to Woodstock, the famous three day festival of Peace, Music, Love, and Fun, in upstate New York that defined an entire generation! This show will take you on a musical journey from the acoustic opening act of the Woodstock experience, Richie Havens through the closing moments of the festival with the explosive, electric sounds of Jimi Hendrix. Also featured are songs from Crosby, Stills, and Nash,…

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Tommy Z – $7/10

June 4, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road Tampa, Florida 33613 813.971.0666
Tampa, FL 33613 United States
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$7 – $10

5pm - $7/10 Tommy Z (BLUES) Tommy Z is a contemporary blues artist and radio host from Buffalo, NY who has been described as a "blues treasure" by legendary 97 Rock/WBFO DJ Jim Santella, and "one of WNY's best kept secrets" by Sarah French, Blues Matters Magazine. He is a guitar-driven electric blues-based stylist onstage, but in the studio Tommy composes a variety of music. So while experienced and studied in traditional blues, jazz and rock styles, Tommy is an…

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Reggae Jammin’ Wednesday w/ DJ J-Royal – FREE

June 7, 2017 @ 7:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until June 15, 2017

Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road Tampa, Florida 33613 813.971.0666
Tampa, FL 33613 United States
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Free

8pm - Free Reggae Jammin' Wednesday DJ J-Royal (REGGAE)

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Florida Ameripolitan Fest $10/13

June 9, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road Tampa, Florida 33613 813.971.0666
Tampa, FL 33613 United States
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$10 – $13

8P $10/13 Florida Ameripolitan Fest Six Volt Rodeo (WESTERN SWING/ROCKABILLY) Now hailing from Clearwater, Florida, 6 Volt Rodeo has been painting the towns of Western Florida since 2010. From local bars and craft breweries to day-long festivals and swing dances all around West Central Florida, the music of 6 Volt Rodeo has sent hundreds of people out of their chairs and up on the dance floor with their rousing brand of Western Swing. www.6voltrodeo.com Cottondale Swamp (SOUTHERN AMERICANA FLORIDA SWAMP…

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TBone Hamilton’s Big Easy Revue – $7/10

June 10, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road Tampa, Florida 33613 813.971.0666
Tampa, FL 33613 United States
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$7 – $10

8pm - $7/10 TBone Hamilton's Big Easy Revue (JAZZ/BLUES/FUNK) TBone Hamilton’s Big Easy Revue is a New Orleans styled band that will make people get up and dance! The band concept was spawned from the TBone Hamilton Band (quartet) The TBHB has been performing throughout the Tampa Bay Region since 2009. The Music played by the band, is based on the 2nd line feel of New Orleans. There is always a helping of Jazz, Blues, and funk to go along…

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Chris McCarty Band – $7/10

June 11, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road Tampa, Florida 33613 813.971.0666
Tampa, FL 33613 United States
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$7 – $10

5pm - $7/10 Chris McCarty Band  (POP/ROCK) Chris McCarty is a charismatic performer who is well known for writing catchy hooks, and meaningful songs that have helped make him extremely popular in the United States. McCarty has a presence that the moment he hits the stage people can't help but pay attention, and as the music starts everyone realizes that they are witnessing a true performer, and unless you have seen him on stage, one couldn't imagine Chris McCarty's gift.…

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Omari Banks – $7/10

June 13, 2017 @ 7:00 pm
Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road Tampa, Florida 33613 813.971.0666
Tampa, FL 33613 United States
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$7 – $10

7pm - $7/10 Omari Banks (REGGAE) Born and raised on the beautiful island of Anguilla, Omari Banks found his musical calling at a young age when he first took the stage in Milan, Italy to sing alongside his father Bankie Banx . The emotions conveyed through music touched his heart and a star was born. Founding his inspiration through an eclectic genre of music, Omari went on to perfect his craft by writing and becoming a proficient guitar player. The…

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Come Back Alice w/ The Cigar City Rollers – $10/13

June 16, 2017 @ 8:00 pm
Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road Tampa, Florida 33613 813.971.0666
Tampa, FL 33613 United States
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$10 – $13

8pm - $10/13 Come Back Alice (SOUTHERN GYPSY FUNK) Soulful Vocals, melodic guitars, baroque style violin and funky bass & drums make up the heart of CBA’s sound. Tony Tyler (lead vocals/guitar/B3 organ), a native of Dublin, GA, began making music at the tender age of 3. With a father in the music business, it was simply in his genes, inspiring him to sing and play drums like his dad. By age 12, he was given his first guitar, and…

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Maybe I’m Amazed: The WMNF 75th Birthday Tribute to Paul McCartney – $12/15

June 17, 2017 @ 6:00 pm
Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road Tampa, Florida 33613 813.971.0666
Tampa, FL 33613 United States
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$12 – $15

6pm - $12/15 Maybe I’m Amazed: The WMNF 75th Birthday Tribute to Paul McCartney WMNF CONCERT TICKET PURCHASING INFORMATION You can purchase advance tickets online at wmnf.org/events by calling the station during business hours at 813-238-8001 or in person at Skipper’s Smokehouse or other WMNF ticket outlets. Sir James Paul McCartney MBE is turning 75.   WMNF will be doing a tribute show to the artist recognized as one of the most successful composers and performers of all time. The format for…

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Black is Back: Julie Black w/ Noah Broe Band – $7

June 18, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road Tampa, Florida 33613 813.971.0666
Tampa, FL 33613 United States
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$7

5PM $7 Black is back: Julie Black w/ Noah Broe Band Julie Black (BLUES/ORIGINAL) Julie Black is a critically acclaimed artist, singer, songwriter, and poet who inspires with stories of life, love, and loss. Her powerful vocals weave a potent message that resonates long after the music has ended. Genuine and emotionally uninhibited, Julie Black presents her work with strong conviction and a level of honesty that is rare and refreshing. She takes listeners on a journey through many spaces, places,…

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