Counting Crows come to Tampa's Straz Center

   It's been seven years since Counting Crows last released a studio album, but singer Adam Duritz and the boys are still together. And they'll be in Tampa June 11.

Adam Duritz

   They're coming to the Straz Center for the Performing Arts along with Toad the Wet Sprocket, who came out with their first album of the 21st century last year.
   Counting Crows, of course, hit the big time in 1993 with their huge single "Mr. Jones" and their great album "August and Everything After." They've posted strong sales ever since, and one of their songs was nominated for an Oscar ("Accidentally in Love," which was used in "Shrek 2") and they're known for energetic, improvisational shows. They've got a new studio album coming out in the fall.
   Toad the Wet Sprocket has been around since the late '80s, with the same four members. They're a solid indie band with a devoted following.
   Tickets are $49.50 to $89.50 plus service charge. A VIP ticket package is available for $290 plus service charge. Call 813-229-7827 or  go to www.strazcenter.org.