Cigar City Radio

Our intern, Adam Keilbach , reviews his experience at III Points Fest in Miami, FL - including everything from media pass pickup to discovering Jarritos to his impression of performances by Tyler the Creator, Toro y Moi, Dean Blunt, SZA, James Blake, Herbie Hancock, Kelsey Lu, A$AP Rocky, Blood Orange, Khruangbin, Tim Hecker, and many more. This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by  @NoClub...

Live from the Symphonic Distribution Tampa Office, we talk to Mike Gomes and Cam Young from Xuitcasecity about meeting in Tampa, the expectations for their sound, being real in 2019, why they do what they do, and connecting with their music. They also tell us about their DIY attitude, building their own thing, their single "Lead Me On" being added to Spotify's New Music Friday, and more. This epis...

We talk to St. Pete based duo, Danny and Alex , about meeting in middle school, new singles "Shower in the Dark" and "Breakup Haircut", weekly livestreams, being in the studio, the "Kodachrome Rule", Steely Dan, and more. This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

Live from Microgroove in Seminole Heights, we talk to Keith and Susie Ulrey from Pohgoh . They tell us about their recent tour run with Mineral and Tancred, the band's formation in the mid-90s, their subsequent breakup, and long awaited re-formation. We also talk about their new album, Secret Club, New Granada Records, living with multiple sclerosis, and what's next for Pohgoh. Spoiler Alert: it's...

Cigar City Radio takes over Tampa Sessions . We feature a live performance from St. Pete's Fever Beam , talk about Young Guns on Netflix, Sam's rap album, the band's so real van, and more. Watch the video session on Tampa Sessions's Facebook or Youtube . This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

We talk to Paul Wright and Tim Harrington from Tall Heights about their album Pretty Colors For Your Actions, giving the record a live feel, creating one sound with two voices, going on their first headlining tour, and personally meeting fans and supporters. We also talk about how they grew up together, getting their start through street performing in Boston, and more. This episode of Cigar City R...

We talk to Guy Keltner about touring as Acid Tongue, Freakout Records, Freakout Fest, working at a Pot Shop in Seattle, gentrification, what it takes to run a label, and much more. This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

Live from a Brooklyn Coffee Shop, we talk to Elia Einhorn about his collaborative project, Fashion Brigade, the Talkhouse Podcast, Pitchfork Radio, This Is Britain, and so much more. This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

We talk to author Scott M. Deitche (Cigar City Mafia, The Silent Don) about the Cigar City Mafia name, why Tampa became a hotbed for organized crime, the first mob boss in Tampa, his sources, the Cigar City Magazine Tampa Mafia Tour , mafia movies, and more. This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

On a special Halloween episode of Cigar City Radio, we meet up with Fernando Ribeiro from Moonspell at Dysfunctional Grace Art Co . We talk about their live collection Lisboa Under the Spell, the Portugese metal scene, touring in the US, the concept behind their album 1755, the band's history with Century Media, and more. This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.co...

We talk to Caleb and Will Chapman from Nashville's Colony House about constant touring, making plans, and their first concerts. They also talk about where Colony House fits in the music scene and what they've learned from watching their dad, Steven Curtis Chapman. This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

We talk to Maxwell Cann ( Ears to Feed ) about getting started booking in NYC, what he does to help Ears to Feed shows stand out (hint: LASAGNA), how he finds new music, and so much more. We're also joined by our intern and Maxwell's brother, Christopher Cann, who is 19. This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

Live from Symphonic Distribution's Vibes of the Bay! We talk with Billy Mays & Mountain Holler (5:50) about Remember You Are Dreaming, Carlos Aybar (17:15) about House of Creatives Music Festival, DJ QEYS (26:45) about the art of turntablism, and King Complex (36:00) about their comic book and remixes. Then Orlando based latin urban artist Xcelencia (48:35) tells us about his weekly series I Am: X...

We talk to Ben Katzman and his band Ben Katzman's Degreaser about his love of shredding, action movies, and Kiss. Ben also tells us about astrology, his Colleen Green-produced album Quarter Life Crisis, how he met the rest of Degreaser, and so much more.   This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

We chat with two-time guest Natalie Claro about her family selling their home to go on the road, touring across the country, and developing her live show. We also talk about her black lipstick budget, texting compatibility, avoiding fast food, and more. This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

We talk to Andrew West about DJing Emo Night Brooklyn , getting to know Ryan Key from Yellowcard, and the emo songs that always get the crowd going. Andrew also tells us about starting as an intern at Razor & Tie, his work at Concord Music , and Disney Night NYC. For this episode, we're joined by St. Pete/Orlando-based rock band, Saferwaters .   This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored  @NoCl...

We talk to Adam Shoemaker about his self-titled album, his dad opening Coconuts Comedy Club, being invited to drop acid with Mitch Hedberg, and loving Malcom Young. Adam also tells us about his near-death experience and amazing recovery. For this episode, we're briefly joined by Creative World Recording engineer, musician, and madman George Harris. This Week's Fadeout: "You Let Me Down" by Adam Sh...

We talk to Nashville's Datenight about their record Comin' Atcha 100MPH, attending Nashville School of the Arts High School, and getting permission from their parents to tour. We also ask Nashville's Datenight about Date Nights in Nashville. This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

We talk to Tampa's own Jordan Esker about his new album Fail to Learn, his band The Hundred Percent, cutting his hair for charity, songwriting, and the local music scene. This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

Live from the Symphonic Distribution Grand Opening in Downtown Tampa, we chat with J.T. Brown (6:57), Angel Soto from the Tampa Music Conference (17:50), and local artists Nilla Green (25:00) & Phaze Jones (34:30).   This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

Live from the Symphonic Distribution Grand Opening in Downtown Tampa, we chat with Symphonic Distribution CEO Jorge Brea (6:35), Shaun Drinkard from the Tampa Downtown Partnership (19:10), and local musicians Mike Mass & Ned Pope (27:45). This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored  @NoClubs  /  StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

We sit down with Patton and Austin from The Nude Party to talk about playing shows with our friends Glove and Fruit & Flowers, performing at the Showtime House at SXSW, fitting 6 people on stage, and mustaches. They also tell us about their Hot Tub EP, being scared of the dark, their upcoming album, and DJ Khaled's genius. This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by  @NoClubs / StateMedia.com...

On a very special episode, we talk to John Hammond about the blues, recording with Tom Waits, The Search for Robert Johnson, and meeting a young G. Love (Garrett). He also tells us about overcoming his stutter, getting acknowledgement from Howlin' Wolf and other legends, and being a one man band.  This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by  @NoClubs / StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

We talk to Tampa/St. Pete area band, Glove , about forming their band, playing a Dr. Martens show at Baby's All Right, touring with the Nude Party, and the DIY Music Scene. We also talk about what they do outside of the band, why you should never go to Pepboys, Taco Bell, and more. This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored @NoClubs / StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts

We talk to Tiny Moving Parts about playing at a porn shop in San Jose, touring with golf clubs, growing up in Benson, Minnesota, their new album Swell, connecting with fans, hot tubs, the term "emo", their parents, and more. For this episode, we're joined by Creative Loafing Tampa music editor, Ray Roa .  This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored @NoClubs / StateMedia.com  #WeAreConcerts