Michael Franti & Spearhead
with special guest Niko Moon
Michael Franti & Spearhead returns to The BayCare Sound in Downtown Clearwater as part of his Welcome To The Family Tour with special guest Niko Moon! Michael Franti is a globally recognized musician, activist, and award-winning filmmaker celebrated for his high-energy live shows, inspiring music, worldwide philanthropic efforts, and unshakable optimism. Over his multi-decade career, Franti has earned three Billboard #1 hits with the uplifting anthems Sound of Sunshine, Say Hey (I Love You) and I Got You, along with six Top 30 Hot AC singles, 10 Top 25 AAA singles, and three Billboard Top 5 Rock Albums. His 13th studio album, Big Big Love, released in November 2023, debuted in the Top 5 on the iTunes Pop Chart behind Taylor Swift. Praised by American Songwriter as “an energizing batch of songs that spotlight the common threads that connect us,” the album features 17 tracks co-written by Franti, showcasing his signature tenacity, inclusiveness, and optimism.
In 2025, Franti will embark on the Welcome To The Family Tour, a large summer tour across the U.S. that celebrates connection, unity, and community. Additionally, Michael is set to release a brand-new album this year, continuing his legacy of creating music that uplifts and inspires.
At the end of 2024, Michael & Spearhead concluded their worldwide Togetherness Tour, performing in over 90 markets, including iconic venues like Red Rocks, The Greek Theatre, and Pier 17, along with limited runs in the UK, Europe, and Australia. The tour featured a diverse lineup of special guests, including Stephen Marley, Trevor Hall, Niko Moon, Citizen Cope, Trombone Shorty, and more.
When not on tour, the Bay Area native resides in Bali, where he owns Soulshine Bali, a 32-room 5-star boutique hotel in Ubud. Focused on joy through wellness and music, the hotel offers unique retreat opportunities, accommodations, and special events. This spring, Soulshine Bali will expand with the addition of The Sanctuary, five new luxury rooms designed to elevate the guest experience.
Franti also fosters community offstage through his wish-granting nonprofit, Do It For The Love, which brings individuals with life-threatening illnesses, veterans, and children with severe challenges to concerts around the world. To date, the organization has fulfilled over 3,500 wishes and touched the lives of more than 15,000 people, continuing to inspire hope and connection worldwide.
Chart-topping American country artist Niko Moon has been having a very good time since breaking out as a solo act in 2019, after being a member for a couple years of Sir Rosevelt alongside fellow artists Zac Brown and Ben Simonetti.
His first single Good Time went #1 on country radio and his other hits continue to climb the charts as he releases more and more music, bringing a feel-good positive vibes message to all that listen.
Beyond singing, Moon has written eight #1 songs and over 40 major record label cuts for artists such as Morgan Wallen, Avicii, Dierks Bentley, Pitbull, Zac Brown Band, Rascal Flatts and more. He also co-produced the Zac Brown Band albums, Jekyll+Hyde and Welcome Home, and was recently named a SESAC country songwriter of the year.
Michael Franti & Spearhead
with special guest Niko Moon
Michael Franti & Spearhead returns to The BayCare Sound in Downtown Clearwater as part of his Welcome To The Family Tour with special guest Niko Moon! Michael Franti is a globally recognized musician, activist, and award-winning filmmaker celebrated for his high-energy live shows, inspiring music, worldwide philanthropic efforts, and unshakable optimism. Over his multi-decade career, Franti has earned three Billboard #1 hits with the uplifting anthems Sound of Sunshine, Say Hey (I Love You) and I Got You, along with six Top 30 Hot AC singles, 10 Top 25 AAA singles, and three Billboard Top 5 Rock Albums. His 13th studio album, Big Big Love, released in November 2023, debuted in the Top 5 on the iTunes Pop Chart behind Taylor Swift. Praised by American Songwriter as “an energizing batch of songs that spotlight the common threads that connect us,” the album features 17 tracks co-written by Franti, showcasing his signature tenacity, inclusiveness, and optimism.
In 2025, Franti will embark on the Welcome To The Family Tour, a large summer tour across the U.S. that celebrates connection, unity, and community. Additionally, Michael is set to release a brand-new album this year, continuing his legacy of creating music that uplifts and inspires.
At the end of 2024, Michael & Spearhead concluded their worldwide Togetherness Tour, performing in over 90 markets, including iconic venues like Red Rocks, The Greek Theatre, and Pier 17, along with limited runs in the UK, Europe, and Australia. The tour featured a diverse lineup of special guests, including Stephen Marley, Trevor Hall, Niko Moon, Citizen Cope, Trombone Shorty, and more.
When not on tour, the Bay Area native resides in Bali, where he owns Soulshine Bali, a 32-room 5-star boutique hotel in Ubud. Focused on joy through wellness and music, the hotel offers unique retreat opportunities, accommodations, and special events. This spring, Soulshine Bali will expand with the addition of The Sanctuary, five new luxury rooms designed to elevate the guest experience.
Franti also fosters community offstage through his wish-granting nonprofit, Do It For The Love, which brings individuals with life-threatening illnesses, veterans, and children with severe challenges to concerts around the world. To date, the organization has fulfilled over 3,500 wishes and touched the lives of more than 15,000 people, continuing to inspire hope and connection worldwide.
Chart-topping American country artist Niko Moon has been having a very good time since breaking out as a solo act in 2019, after being a member for a couple years of Sir Rosevelt alongside fellow artists Zac Brown and Ben Simonetti.
His first single Good Time went #1 on country radio and his other hits continue to climb the charts as he releases more and more music, bringing a feel-good positive vibes message to all that listen.
Beyond singing, Moon has written eight #1 songs and over 40 major record label cuts for artists such as Morgan Wallen, Avicii, Dierks Bentley, Pitbull, Zac Brown Band, Rascal Flatts and more. He also co-produced the Zac Brown Band albums, Jekyll+Hyde and Welcome Home, and was recently named a SESAC country songwriter of the year.
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DateMay 16, 2025
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VenueThe BayCare Sound
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Ticket Prices$46, $56, $66, $86
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Doors Open5:30 PM
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Event Starts7:00 PM
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AvailabilityOn Sale Now
- Seating Chart
- Directions & Parking
Welcome To The Family VIP Upgrade - $110
Invitation to join Michael Franti & Friends for a pre-show experience including:
- Private Performance where Michael will take requests to play your favorite song
- Intimate Q&A where you can ask Michael anything!
- Personal photo opportunity with Michael and members of Spearhead
- Autographed Commemorative Tour Poster
- Souvenir VIP Laminate
NOTE: this does NOT include a ticket to the show. Please use the ticket link above to purchase a ticket to the show. Actual time for VIP activities will be communicated by email within 24-48 hours of event date.
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