The States Theatre in St. Petersburg is rich with history, memories, and fun. Bands from all genres of music have played at this venue. Some of these bands made it, most didn’t, but regardless, some great shows have been played here. It’s marque is a popular landmark in St. Petersburg, Florida, and has been around for many years.

It is Saturday, and the smell of a good show is in the air, and the strong cold wind freezes my nose, keeping me from smelling that smell. Me and my cousin are on our way to meet up with two gorgeous ladies at States Theatre. Due to my excellent time management skills we arrived a little late. We arrived half way through some unknown band whom I didn’t care for much. The guitars drowned out the singer, their sound sounded borrowed, and their stage performance was average.

The group that was up next wasn’t much better. More like a Blink 182 that decided to cry their songs, while the guitars were drowning the singer out. I was starting to get a little worried, had the smell in the air translate wrong due to the numbness of my nose? I calmed myself and reminded myself that it wasn’t over yet, there was still hope.

After the break a band named HydroSonic came on. They started, and my attention was set on only them. Their sound was strong and clear. I could tell I was gonna like them already. After the first song I knew I was in for a treat. The singers voice was very good, clear, powerful, and ryth-matic (yes I made that up). After their set I had found a new band to listen to.

Now all we had left was the headliners, Not Tonight Josephine. Things started getting better. Finally good music that could rock out to, get down with, and be okay with the fact that my ears wont be up to par till later the next day. As the break winded down, and the lights went dim, Not Tonight Josephine’s intro music started to play.

As they came out the crowd started to cheer. The crowd was getting bigger, and it was time to begin. They played a great set. The came on with a powerful sound that got you to get into it. The singer did very well as the rest really did a great job. It was a great experience all around. Their sound was good and soothing to my ears. They did very well, everything went well. They are definitely a band to look out for. Don’t be surprised if this Florida born band is playing venues in your area.

After the show, we went back out in the freezing Florida cold. 45 degree weather is to low for me. My nose was now numb again, as my ears and face. Feet are tired from walking and standing, but the sound in my head was keeping me going. Two new bands to listen to. Can’t wait to see them again later on this month. Orlando here I come!

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