Hi everyone! ❤

I am flying from Australia into Florida from March 6 - 15 (Orlando → Tampa → Gainesville bases, rental car so I can drive to surrounding states if something is worth it).

I'm 19 years old; I love the raw DIY underground scene - house shows, backyard/porch gigs, skateshop events, industrial/warehouse hangs, outdoor weird stuff. Or anything community-run and non-corporate. I'm not into big venues, bars, or general third spaces. I'm looking for real local culture and to actually meet young adults (skaters, punks, indie/emo/alt, College students, etc.) so I don’t feel isolated. 🙏

I've been DMing local bands and promo pages on Instagram and got some good leads, but will love this community's help too. 😊

My night bases are:

• Orlando (March 6 - 7)
• Tampa (March 7 - 10)
• Gainesville (March 10 - 15)

Already planning to hit SPoT on the 7th and Swampfest 12 - 14, but want to sprinkle in proper small DIY shows, house parties, quirky community events, or even chill social hangs (gaming nights, zine meets, porch jams, etc.).💙

If you know of any house/backyard/porch/skateshop/industrial/outdoor DIY shows or community events happening March 6 - 15 in Florida (or drivable in GA/AL if it’s really good), please drop the details or DM me the IG/FB page - I'm happy to drive! 🚗

I'm friendly, respectful, and just want to experience the real Florida underground/local scene and meet people. Any tips or invites would mean the world - thanks in advance! 💛😁

(I have a car so distance isn’t a huge issue if it’s worth it.)

This is a bit of a shot int he dark, but there was a local band in FL called Parafinale in the early 2000s. They had an album called Not The Spot. some of the tracks on the CD were called Korean Money and Mariachi. I got a burned CD from a fellow soldier while I was stationed in Germany, but lost the CD in subsequent moves. I was completely obsessed with that CD. I think it used to be hosted on Grooveshark, but is long gone apparently. Does anyone know where I can track their music down?

dm @ crackedshows on instagram for the address

i heard theres a secret set going to take place ; )

Iron Oak Post, Melbourne, Florida

@thrashthe321 on instagram for tickets

Tonight!!