Tropical Heatwave 2026

Name: Tropical Heatwave 2026
Start: 2026-04-25T17:00:00-04:00
Location: The Cuban Club

Schedule

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

The Cuban Club | Tampa, FL

WMNF 88.5 FM proudly presents our annual music celebration with unforgettable performances in Ybor City.
📅 April 25th
📍 The Cuban Club | Ybor City
Get ready for an electrifying night featuring two incredible artists, with more to be announced!
🎸 Keller Williams
Multi-instrumentalist and genre-bender Keller Williams returns to Heatwave with his high-energy, improvisational live shows. Known for his looping and live sampling, Keller blends rock, jazz, funk, bluegrass, and more into a unique sound that always keeps the crowd on its toes.
🎤 Eilen Jewell
With nine albums and a voice praised by Rolling Stone, Eilen Jewell brings a raw, vintage roots-noir sound to the stage. Her newest album, Get Behind The Wheel, expands into psychedelic territory, making for a captivating live performance that’s sure to convert first-timers into lifelong fans.
🎸 Cracker
Alt-rock icons Cracker bring their unmistakable blend of Americana, roots rock, and sharp songwriting to Heatwave. With decades of hits and a reputation for dynamic live shows, they’re a perfect fit for a night built on musical discovery and nostalgia alike.
🎸 McKinley James
A rising star of modern blues-rock, McKinley James delivers searing guitar work, soulful vocals, and old-school grit with a fresh edge. His performances channel classic blues influences while sounding firmly rooted in the now.
🥁 Sonora Tukukuy
Representing powerful Latin and Indigenous rhythms, Sonora Tukukuy brings high-energy percussion and deep cultural roots to the Heatwave stage, a vibrant, rhythmic experience that connects tradition, movement, and community.
🔥 More bands to be announced – stay tuned!
Mark your calendars and get ready to groove under the stars. Tropical Heatwave 2026 is not to be missed!