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Live Oak cast turns Brooksville playhouse into the ‘Secret Annex’

Devo-lution in real time: The Mark Mothersbaugh interview

One of the most misunderstood bands of the post-punk/new wave era (mid 1970s to early ‘80s), Devo is best remembered today for somewhat mechanical music blending synthesizers and guitars, bass and drums, and stylized visuals including matching bright yellow jumpsuits, and (later)…

Oracle of Ybor: I’m a musician, and a perfectionist, so I have anxiety about experimenting with my ‘sound’

Dear Oracle, I’m a musician. I’ve been writing songs and recording on my own for years, and I definitely have a “sound.” But I’m thinking about branching out and experimenting. My problem is that I’m a perfectionist, so the idea of making something that’s bad and not knowing how…

?? Will Johns LIVE at WMNF

The stage is set! Join us for a special Live Music Showcase featuring British blues powerhouse Will Johns & Band, performing live from the WMNF studios. ?? WATCH LIVE on Facebook and YouTube — WMNF 88.5 FM ?? Or tune in to 88.5 FM

Global dance music gets a new home in Clearwater

“They're coming in droves and they’re all in high school. But they know these bands, and they've been itching to see them."

Craft Club Cinema brings ADHD-friendly movie and craft nights to Green Light Cinema in St. Pete

Movie theaters have spent decades insisting that sitting completely still, in the dark, in complete silence, is the only acceptable way to experience cinema. And for a certain type of […]

SOTD 8/21/26: Cumbia Beckiana by The Mexican Institute of Sound and Meridian Brothers

The WMNF Song of the Day for August 21, 2026 is “Cumbia Beckania” by The Mexican Institute of Sound and Meridian Brothers. From the American listener’s perspective, cumbia is one of the most irresistible gateway genres to Latin music. Originating as a traditional folk dance born…

Arts Alive! podcast: Writer Tamara Lush

Stopping by the Arts Alive! podcast studio today is author Tamara Lush, a.k.a. Tara Lush, who’s written somewhere in the neighborhood of 30 books (she’s not sure of the exact number). Lush is among the gaggle of authors who’ll be at the FloridaRAMA Literary Festival Saturday, to…

Childlike Wonder meets 1930s Swing: Dean Johanesen Live on WMNF

Dean Johanesen

Free Museum Day returns to St. Pete with access to 12 cultural gems

St. Pete’s annual day at the museum is back. The St. Petersburg Arts Alliance (SPAA) announced the return of Free Museum Day for 2026, taking place on Saturday, September 19, […]

SOTD 8/20/26: Fight the Power by Public Enemy

The WMNF Song of the Day for August 20, 2026 is “Fight the Power” by Public Enemy. This is reminder that we can never stop speaking truth to power and fighting the powers that be. Public Enemy, consisting primarily of mastermind Chuck D and ultra-hype Flavor Flav, has been…

Holiday Favorites Take Center Stage In Orchestra’s Season

The holiday season will come to life through the sounds of The Florida Orchestra, which has announced a lineup of festive performances as part of its 2026-27 season. Tickets for the new season went on sale August 11, including single tickets to the orchestra’s holiday…