Fogerty and Winwood Played BayCare Sound
The veteran rockers delivered a concert at the Clearwater venue on September 19.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Reggae
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John Fogerty and Steve Winwood performed together at BayCare Sound in Clearwater. The concert featured rare setlist additions and multi-instrumental displays from the headliners.
Why it matters
The appearance marked a significant regional stop for the veteran musicians, who brought decades of rock history to the Clearwater stage. Their performance showcased both enduring musical catalogs and technical expertise.
John Fogerty performed 'Ramble Tamble' for the first time in the Tampa Bay region since 2015, clocking in at 7 minutes and 11 seconds. The show featured 81-year-old Fogerty and 78-year-old Winwood.
The players
John Fogerty
The 81-year-old musician is a rock icon best known as the lead singer and songwriter for Creedence Clearwater Revival.
Steve Winwood
The 78-year-old artist is a multi-instrumentalist and the sole surviving member of the band Traffic.
The details
John Fogerty performed with a five-piece band that included his sons Shane and Tyler. Steve Winwood demonstrated his instrumental versatility by playing the piano, organ, Fender Telecaster, Washburn mandolin, and Stratocaster throughout his set.
Timeline
John Fogerty last played 'Ramble Tamble' in the Tampa Bay area during 2015.
Steve Winwood previously visited Tampa in 2016 to open for Steely Dan.
Steve Winwood was appointed an MBE in 2025.
The concert at BayCare Sound took place on September 19, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This performance mirrors the ongoing trend of legacy rock stars headlining outdoor amphitheaters to maintain their touring presence. It follows a pattern set by established acts like the 2016 Steely Dan tour in the same region.
Fans in Clearwater were able to see the legendary duo perform at the open-air BayCare Sound facility. This performance provided a rare opportunity to see specific legacy tracks performed live in the Tampa Bay area.
The takeaway
Legacy musicians continue to drive significant interest in outdoor venue circuits through high-energy performances. Attendees can expect deep catalog tracks that are rarely featured during standard touring sets.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Creative Loafing: Tampa Bay.
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