A new music series is coming to Gulfport as BarrelHouse Talent and Music On The Couch launch a season of nationally touring artists at the Catherine A. Hickman Theater.
The series will bring a mix of contemporary blues, roots music, and blues-rock performers to one of Pinellas County's most intimate listening rooms. The inaugural season features contemporary blues, roots music, blues-rock, tribute performances, and specialty productions by nationally touring artists and regional favorites.
Friday, September 25, 2026
Eliza Neals
Local Opener: Vince Converse & Mike Beck
Detroit blues-rock artist Eliza Neals brings a high-energy blend of blues, rock, and soul that has earned national blues radio airplay and festival appearances throughout the United States.
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Jason Ricci & The Bad Kind
Local Opener: Hot Tonic Duo
Multiple Blues Music Award winner Jason Ricci is widely regarded as one of the most innovative and influential harmonica players in contemporary blues, known for his virtuoso musicianship and electrifying live performances.
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Friday, December 11, 2026
Damon Fowler Holiday Celebration
Local Openers: TC Carr, Josh Nelms & Lenny Austin
A longtime Florida favorite, Damon Fowler combines blues, roots, Americana, and Southern influences into a distinctive sound that has made him one of the state's most respected touring artists.
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Friday, January 29, 2027
Tom Holland & The Shuffle Kings
Local Opener: Trey Wanvig & Detroit Mike
Chicago blues veteran Tom Holland leads one of today's premier traditional blues bands, carrying forward the sounds and traditions of classic Chicago blues.
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Saturday, February 13, 2027
Valentine's Day Love – Hot Tonic Orchestra Reimagines the Music of Burt Bacharach
The Hot Tonic Orchestra presents fresh interpretations of the timeless songs of Burt Bacharach, celebrating one of America's most successful and influential songwriters.
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Saturday, April 17, 2027
Vince Converse & Hot Tonic Band Reimagine the Music of Jeff Beck
This special tribute performance celebrates the music and legacy of legendary guitarist Jeff Beck, whose innovative style influenced generations of rock, blues, and jazz musicians.
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Saturday, April 24, 2027
J.P. Soars & The Red Hots
Local Opener: Frank Bang (Solo)
International Blues Challenge winner J.P. Soars is one of Florida's most accomplished blues artists, known for blending blues, roots, and Americana influences with exceptional guitar work.
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Friday, May 14, 2027
Kat Riggins & Her Blues Revival
Local Opener: Will Johns & "Ice" Quilitz
Florida-based vocalist Kat Riggins has earned national recognition for her powerful performances, original songwriting, and growing presence on blues festival stages across the United States and Europe.
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Saturday, June 26, 2027
"We May Be Right" – The Music of Billy Joel
This tribute production celebrates the music of Billy Joel, performing many of the songs that helped make him one of the most successful singer-songwriters in popular music history.
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About BarrelHouse Talent and Vinny Marini
BarrelHouse Talent is a nationally recognized artist representation, promotion, and consulting company serving the blues, roots, and Americana music communities. Working with artists, festivals, venues, and industry professionals across North America, the company helps develop performance opportunities, audience engagement, and promotional visibility for both established and emerging performers.
The company is led by Vinny Marini, a respected blues advocate, interviewer, promoter, and talent representative whose influence extends throughout the national and international blues community. Marini is best known as the creator and host of Music On The Couch, a long-running interview program that has featured hundreds of conversations with blues, roots, and Americana artists from around the world. Through these in-depth interviews, musicians share their stories, discuss new projects, and connect directly with audiences, making the program a trusted platform for artists and fans alike.
Through BarrelHouse Talent and Music On The Couch, Marini has built a reputation for supporting artists, strengthening connections within the blues community, and helping bring exceptional music to audiences across the United States and beyond.
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About the Catherine A. Hickman Theater
Located in the heart of Gulfport's waterfront arts district, the Catherine A. Hickman Theater is one of Pinellas County's most intimate performing arts venues. The theater is known for its excellent acoustics, comfortable seating, and close connection between performers and audiences, making it particularly well suited for live music, theatrical productions, recitals, film screenings, and community arts events. The venue is operated by the City of Gulfport as part of its Cultural Facilities Division and serves as a year-round home for concerts, plays, and special events.
The theater features 173 fixed seats plus 8 wheelchair-accessible spaces, for a total audience capacity of 181. Its intimate size creates a listening-room atmosphere that allows audiences to experience performances up close in a comfortable, professionally equipped setting. Concession service, including beer and wine, is available for many events.
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