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Skipper's Smokehouse brings live music to Tampa, Florida with a 21+ door policy and room for roughly 800. Smokin' since 1980 - concert venue, seafood restaurant, bar & grill. An oasis of culture in Tampa Bay. Artists working in Alternative, Americana, Bluegrass, Cajun, Folk, Funk, and Jam Band fit Skipper's Smokehouse’s stated range. Skipper's Smokehouse handles booking through the venue’s online form, and submissions should include realistic draw information. The available PA and production support at Skipper's Smokehouse are not confirmed; settle those requirements before accepting the date. Artists should confirm Skipper's Smokehouse’s final schedule and show-specific deal before publishing the date.

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Cricket
Role
Talent Buyer
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Capacity
800
Age policy
21+
Genres
Alternative, Americana, Bluegrass, Cajun, Folk, Funk, Jam Band, Rock, Roots Music, Singer-Songwriter, World
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Address
910 Skipper Road, 33613, United States
Venue phone
(813) 971-0666

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