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Address: 1701 E. 8th Ave.
Tampa, FL 33605
Phone: 813-443-0754
E-mail: info@playybor.com
Hours of operation:
Wed & Sat 6PM 'til close
Sunday 4PM 'til close
Happy Hour 2-4-1
Wed. thru Friday 6PM-8PM |
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After 20 years in the music business, the Tampa Bay based indie music duo Halcyon has decided to say "so long to the road!". Deb Hunseder and Stephanie Callahan have been a fixture on the Tampa Bay music scene since 1990. In addition to local monthly appearances at such places as the iconic Skipper's Smokehouse, the two women have been relentlessly touring, even making treks to Europe and Alaska. As incredibly rewarding as touring has been, 2 decades of driving, flying, hotel rooms, gas stations and fast food has lost its shine. But more important than that, Deb and Steph dreamed of opening a live music venue of their very own here at home. The intention being to share the many talented people they've encountered along the way with the Bay area community.
And so, with the dream becoming a reality PLAY, located at 1701 East 8th Ave in Ybor City, will be a place where they can not only continue to perform their music, but will include talented, cutting edge, independent singer-songwriters, bands and comedians. With both an indoor and outdoor stage complete with professional sound and lighting, PLAY promises to be a cornerstone for live music. In support of the community, rising stars along with seasoned veterans of the local music scene will also be welcomed to showcase their talents. In addition, there will be weekly team trivia nights, karaoke and televised sporting events.
On the patio various styles of food will be provided by local vendors. To put on fun twist on an old bar tradition, during 2-4-1 Happy Hour they'll use custom guitar picks as tokens for free drinks. Inside at the main bar and a cozy backroom lounge cocktails, excellent affordable wines by the glass and bottle, along with popular brands of domestic, imported and craft brewed beers will be offered. Refreshing frozen drinks will also be available at the patio tiki bar.
But probably the most unique feature will be the personal involvement of Deb and Steph. Over the years in the music business Stephanie has honed her skills and has emerged as a very capable sound engineer. Along with Deb's outgoing MC type personality they intend to be liaisons between both the performers and the guests providing a exceptional entertainment experience. Come on out and join us for some PLAY time..you deserve it!
If music be the food of love..PLAY on.
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PLAYbill this week |
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Wednesday
Sept 1 |
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Nashville singer songwriter Sarah Peacock
She developed her talent as a vocalist, songwriter, and performer at Belmont University and graduated in 2005 with a bachelors in commercial music. Sarah Peacock was signed to indie launching label, Maze Records in 2006. Sarah will be joining the team of entertainers that will be featured on the "Sailing Southern Ground" Cruise, hosted by Zac Brown this Labor Day weekend! Showtime: 8:00pm. |
Thursday
Sept 2 |
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Push PLAY Karaoke!!
Tonight you are the entertainment at PLAY! Push PLAY karaoke starts at starts at 8PM!! |
Friday
Sept 3 |
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Bird Street PLAYers Live at PLAY!!
Formed in the summer of 2002, Bird Street Players is a high energy funk, soul and reggae band with driving bass lines, wicked horn solos, a rhythm section that doesn't stop and a front man who's sure to keep you movin'! Showtime: 9:30pm. |
Saturday
Sept 4 |
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Planet Groove All Stars
Planet Groove All Stars (PGAS) is Funk, Jazz, Afro Cuban, Hip hop, House, Dj Based Jam. An explosion of rhythms, sounds and free expression. You will dance, move, sing, chant, play… This is going to be a don't miss, especially if you love to dance! Showtime: 9:30pm. |
Sunday
Sept 5 |
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Labor Day party with Someday Souvenir
and The Cheaters
Local hot rockers return to PLAY for a Labor Day show!! Celebrate no labor on Monday!!! You'll have to attend to see what group of talented, well known musicians have come together to create the Cheaters. Showtime: 6:00pm. |
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Thursday
Sept 9 |
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Push PLAY Karaoke!!
Tonight you are the entertainment at PLAY! Push PLAY karaoke starts at starts at 8PM!! |
Friday
Sept 10 |
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Steph Anderson and Adam Randall
Anderson offers her audience an approach to music that cannot be pigeonholed into one particular genre, a style that is as eclectic and versatile as her musical genre influences. “I like blues, r & b, funk, folk, acoustic, alternative, rock, singer-songwriters, anything with harmony, reggae.” Showtime: 9:30pm. |
Saturday
Sept 11 |
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SoupBone
Everything from Monk to the Meters, the members of SoupBone have paid their dues on the road! Come check out this finely tuned group of talented PLAYers. SoupBone includes former Halcyon band members Marc Dupuy and George Harris. Guaranteed to be a fun show! Showtime: 9:30pm. |
Sunday
Sept 12 |
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BROKEN ROADS
High Energy Country that Rocks! Local favorite Broken Roads returns to PLAY! Showtime: 6:00pm. |
Thursday
Sept 16 |
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Push PLAY Karaoke!!
Tonight you are the entertainment at PLAY! Push PLAY karaoke starts at starts at 8PM!! |
Friday
Sept 17 |
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Karmic Tattoo and Kelly Neff
HOT CHIC BAND performing your favorite rock, blues & pop covers from the sixties to the present plus outstanding original rock and blues music! Karmic Tattoo rocks!!" - Creative Loafing, Tampa, FL - April 2007. Local singer songwriter favorite Kelly Neff opens the show at 9:30pm. |
Saturday
Sept 18 |
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GC on the Rocks
GC On The Rocks are a Tampa based group that is fronted by national recording artist Glenn Cummings. Some of you may remember Glenn from his 2004 CD release titled " Big ". The title track from the CD was a regular feature on country radio as well as the video garnered heavy rotation on GAC and CMT. Showtime: 9:30pm. |
Sunday
Sept 19 |
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Beanstalk
Local bands come and go, but there are always those few that make such a lasting impression, that burned so hot and so bright in their heyday, that they are remembered and talked about long after they're gone. Case in point: Beanstalk, an instrumental, funk/jazz/jam trio that peaked in Tampa nearly a decade ago and is still the standard against which subsequent local jam outfits are measured. Showtime: 6:00pm. |
Thursday
Sept 24 |
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Push PLAY Karaoke!!
Tonight you are the entertainment at PLAY! Push PLAY karaoke starts at starts at 8PM!! |
Saturday
Sept 25 |
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HALCYON LIVE AT PLAY!!
Deb Hunseder and Steph Callahan met in 1989 and had their first gig two weeks later. The harmonies were magic. From the first note, they knew they had something that could not be matched. Since 1989 the duo has opened for national acts including John Mayer, India.Irie, Joan Osborne, Tabithas Secret (now Matchbox 20), Sister Hazel, Crosby, Stills, and Nash, Joan Bias, Cheryl Wheeler, Wynona Judd, Patrice Pike, Sarah Bettens, Melissa Ferrick, and Koko Taylor. Showtime: 9:30pm. |
Sunday
Sept 26 |
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THE FUNKY PANDA'S
What was formed that faithful day in 2001 was a group whose sole mission was to being funk, blues, jazz, and rock to the hearts and minds of people who are open-minded to their style. Come check out this home grown trio for FREE! Blues, Rock, Funk, Freestyle with a combination of originals and covers. Showtime: 6:00pm. |
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