Reggae Rise Up Florida 2024: Day Two

After a rather cold and rainy start to Spring in St. Petersburg, a picturesque day manifested as Reggae Rise Up Florida launched into Day Two. Blue waters reflected the clear sky; the sun’s rays bounced playfully off the gentle ripples of the calm bat. Boats, kayaks, and paddleboards dotting the view from the seawall, provided […]

Reggae Rise up Florida 2024: Day One

There was an overall energy already permeating from St. Petersburg’s Vinoy Park as it was once again turned into festival grounds. As the gates opened and fans started to pour in, Reggae Rise Up Florida had officially began, reminding all that festival season is upon us. Springtime in the Tampa Bay region is usually marked […]

Florida Groves Fest brings music, art, & freedom back to Orlando for 2024

Florida Groves Music Festival strives to be more than just the average festival, with their core pillars of music, art, and freedom. This event is an annual celebration of not only the diverse melodies featured on their stages, but also strive to foster “a vibrant tapestry of culture and creativity that leaves an indelible mark on our […]

WORLD VIDEO PREMIERE: Seranation “Not Today”

Florida alt reggae band Seranation wants to live the easy life. They really, really do. They recommend it to everyone else, as well. However, sometimes, things just don’t go your way: people can project their problems onto you, unexpected stress can get dumped on your plate, or the best laid plans can get soiled due […]

Gearing up for Reggae Rise Up Florida 2024 & what to expect

Florida: well-known for sunshine, beaches, amusement parks and, of course, a thriving music scene. Less than three months away, Reggae Rise Up Florida is returning to the “Sunshine City” of St. Petersburg. The longest running festival within the Reggae Rise Up event portfolio, RRUF will once again take over Vinoy Park on the beautiful Tampa […]

Welcome to Rockville is bringing 150+ bands to Daytona Beach next spring

Previously, we’ve informed you about the Welcome to Rockville experience. However, just in case you need a reminder, let us enlighten you on this massive heavy metal global movement that is changing the way we perceive music today! After a record-breaking attendance of over 170,000 in 2023, Welcome to Rockville returns to the Daytona International […]

WORLD VIDEO PREMIERE: The Sub Herbs “Unity”

The Sub Herbs, a native Florida band, has been making waves in the music industry over the past few years and their latest music video, “Unity,” is a testament to their nonstop journey. In this video premiere, viewers are treated to a captivating visual experience that showcases the band’s rise in the surf rock and […]

Cocoa Beach native Matt Riley talks music, family & persevering

Cocoa Beach, Florida is a haven for dedicated musicians — Matt Riley being one of them. This singer-songwriter has been playing for many years, as well as a dedicated father, and someone to be inspired by. This beach reggae rocker sings all types of genres, writes his own songs as well playing everything from acoustic, […]

A chat with multi-dimensional Florida band, Element 7

Element 7 is a rock band based out of Cocoa Beach, Florida. Lead singer, Joshua Dean, has been doing festivals and shows all over Florida and is considered a staple of the local music scene, touring with his acoustic harmonies fused with rock, metal, folk and opera. Joshua has been writing and playing music since […]

Feeling the vibes at Florida Groves Festival 2023

Music, cannabis, glass blowing, skateboarding, tattooing, artisanal wares, sneakers, and more came together for one weekend at Florida Groves Music Art & Cannabis Festival. Launched In 2022, ­­Florida Groves returned to central Florida April 15th and 16th at Central Florida Fairgrounds — just outside of Orlando. Building on the success of their inaugural year, the festival […]

Blaine the Mono chats with us about latest album, ‘Virago’

Orlando’s finest, Blaine the Mono, dropped its new album Virago and it is well worth the listen. It’s thought provoking, and the music is so addictive. Beautifully aggressive, led by female front-woman, Randi Stickles and the band collectively create memorable lyrics accompanied by a sound that is rarely heard. This band is unequivocally one of best […]

Innings Festival: Day Two

Innings Festival combines baseball’s spring training with excellent live music, all flavored with various food and beverage options. Innings Arizona took place on February 25 & 26, 2023 at Tempe Beach Park and Innings Florida played ball on March 18 & 19, 2023 at Raymond James Stadium Grounds in Tampa, Florida. Day 2 of Innings […]

Innings Festival 2023: Day One

The Innings Festival combines baseball’s spring training with top notch live music, all flavored with various food and beverage options. Innings Arizona took place on February 25 & 26, 2023 at Tempe Beach Park and Innings Florida played ball on March 18 & 19, 2023 at Raymond James Stadium Grounds in Tampa, Florida. Day 1 […]

We talked music with Orlando metal band, Kill the Sound

Here we go, female-fronted heavy metal band Kill The Sound from Orlando, Florida is rising and delivering some of the darkest, and brutal metal. I was scouring the web and fell upon this metal collective and was amazed to see a powerhouse female dominated group. The band’s relentless push into this maddening metal industry has […]