EP 264 Florist on Adrift, Touring, Vinyl, and Tampa’s Music Scene

In EP 264 of And Now The Band, Tampa’s heavy-hitting outfit Florist joins Tom to discuss their brand-new album Adrift, out September 1st on streaming platforms and vinyl through Threat Collection Records. From recording hurdles to the artistry behind Adrift’s journey-like flow, the band opens up about their creative process, tour experiences, and the challenges of DIY distribution.

We dive into tour highlights like Maryland Doomfest and Metal Monday at Louisville’s Mag Bar, the evolution from their debut album Contact to Adrift, and the deep chemistry that makes Florist’s live shows unforgettable. The band also shares insights into Tampa’s diverse music scene, upcoming Orlando shows with Truckfighters and Conan, and the realities of navigating vinyl production and crowdfunding.

This episode is a must-listen for fans of underground heavy music, DIY culture, and immersive album storytelling.

🎧 Listen & Connect:
⚡ Florist: Bandcamp www.floristheavy.bandcamp.com | Instagram @floristheavy
⚡ Threat Collection Records: Instagram@threatcollectionrecords

🎙 And Now The Band: YouTube @AndNowTheBand | Instagram @and_now_the_band

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