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FLO-RAW

Rock. Country.
Pop. Hip-hop.

One Florida band. All four genres in one live set.

New singleCowboy Hats & J’s

New single · October 2026

Country attitude / Rock energy / Hip-hop swagger

Cowboy Hats & J’s

On stage

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the
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FLO-RAW delivers a high-energy live experience tailored for any event, from private celebrations to large-scale festivals.

For booking inquiries, private events, and festival opportunities, contact FLO-RAW today.

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  1. 01FormatsFull Live Band
  2. 02MusicOriginal music, crowd-favorite rock anthems, country, pop, metal, and customized event sets
  3. 03EventsWeddings, Private Parties, Corporate Events, Festivals, Bike Nights, Charity Events, and Special Occasions
  4. 04LocationClearwater / Pinellas Park, Florida
  5. 05Performance length2–4 Hours
  6. 06TravelAvailable for regional and national bookings with the right engagement
  7. 07ProductionProfessional sound and stage setup available
  8. 08Technical informationStage Plot and Tech Rider available upon request

Meet
the band.

Meet FLO-RAW.
The musicians, writers, and collaborators behind the sound.

Bobby on bass in a FLO-RAW shirt

01

Bobby Vongvenekeo

CEO · Bass · Songwriter · Vocals

Co-founder and band leader of FLO-RAW, formed alongside his son, Ty, in 2023. With over 37 years of experience, Bobby is a seasoned musician and multi-instrumentalist proficient in bass, drums, guitar, and keyboards. A respected figure in the Tampa Bay music scene for more than 25 years, he is widely recognized within the Asian music community through his family’s pioneering band, Black Thunder.

Throughout his career, Bobby has shared stages with Avenged Sevenfold, Sevendust, P.O.D., Blink-182, Unwritten Law, NOFX, and many others. He toured nationally with Loophole, which secured a national recording deal in 2000, and later with Unspoken in 2004. Beyond FLO-RAW, Bobby performs with the Flying High Forever Ozzy All-Star Tribute and Whole Lotta Hellyeah, bringing decades of stage experience, leadership, and passion to every performance.

Influences Jimi Hendrix, Eddie Van Halen, Steve Harris, Randy Rhoads, Dimebag Darrell, and Geezer Butler

Ty mid-jump with his guitar

02

Ty Vongvenekeo

Co-Founder · Guitar · Songwriter · Vocals

Co-founder of FLO-RAW and one of the band’s primary songwriters, Ty has quickly established himself as one of Tampa Bay’s emerging guitar talents. Inspired to pick up the guitar after watching his father, Bobby, return to the stage in Nashville following a 13-year hiatus, Ty has developed his craft with remarkable passion and dedication.

In just a few years, he has shared the stage with notable musicians including Bob Zilla (Damageplan), Brett Carlisle (Great White/AON), Rob Barrett (Cannibal Corpse), and Kelly Nunn (Underoath), among others. Beyond FLO-RAW, Ty performs with the Flying High Forever Ozzy All-Star Tribute and the Tampa Bay supergroup Whole Lotta Hellyeah, continuing to grow his presence as a guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter.

Influences Eddie Van Halen, Ozzy Osbourne, Michael Jackson, Jake E. Lee, Mark Knopfler, Prince

Lilee at the drum kit

03

Lilee Vongvenekeo

Drums

As the youngest member of the Vongvenekeo family trio, Lilee picked up the drums in 2023 after her father, Bobby, and brother, Ty, formed FLO-RAW. What began as a way to complete the family lineup quickly evolved into a passion, and by mid-2023 she had become the band’s full-time drummer.

Known for her solid pocket, power, and versatility, Lilee has grown into a driving force behind the FLO-RAW sound. Comfortable across multiple genres, she is quickly becoming one of Tampa Bay’s rising young drummers. Since joining the band full-time, she has performed on stages across the United States, contributing to numerous accolades and recognition earned by FLO-RAW.

Influences Eloy Casagrande, Anika Nilles, and Chad Smith

Karly singing, arm raised

04

Karly Johnson

Lead Vocals

A seasoned vocalist with a passion for performance, Karly began singing in 5th grade and spent her middle and high school years in chorus while building a strong foundation in musical theatre. She first gained recognition as the lead singer of the original band Crownz, helping the group win 97X Battle of the Bands in 2021.

With more than a decade of experience in the Tampa Bay music scene, Karly has developed a reputation for delivering powerful, dynamic performances across a wide range of genres. She joined FLO-RAW in May 2025 and has since performed on stages across the United States, bringing energy, professionalism, and a commanding stage presence to every show.

Influences Miley Cyrus, Ann Wilson (Heart), Hayley Williams, Lynn Gunn, P!nk, and Kelly Clarkson

John Keith in a black cowboy hat, holding a bass against a white wall

05

John Keith

MC · Co-Writer · Creative Collaborator

Often described as FLO-RAW’s secret weapon, John Keith has been part of the band’s evolution since day one. While not a full-time touring member, his impact on the band’s sound and identity has been significant. Originally from Detroit, John developed his passion for music through beat-making, keyboard production, and poetry, laying the foundation for his unique approach to songwriting and performance.

As the founder of Victory Entertainment, John built a name for himself in the underground hip-hop scene before relocating to Florida, where he connected with Bobby and became an integral part of the FLO-RAW family. His ability to blend hip-hop, rock, and storytelling has helped shape the band’s genre-crossing sound. John is also a co-writer of fan favorites “Cowboy Hats & J’s” and “Ride or Die.”

Influences 2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G., Outkast, N.W.A, KRS-One, DMX, Jay-Z, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, and many more

FLO-RAW on stage, pointing out at a packed room
On stage · photo credit to be added

Built on
family.

FLO-RAW is a family-driven band from Florida, led by Bobby Vongvenekeo. A night with them moves between rock, country, pop and hip-hop.

The set pairs originals — “Cowboy Hats & J’s,” “Rebirth of Rock N’ Roll,” “Rise Above Now” — with the anthems a room already knows.

2025

Best
Pop Act

Creative Loafing Tampa Bay · Best of the Bay (Readers’ Pick) · See the award ↗ (opens in a new tab)

2025 Rock Band of the Year

Tampa Bay Music Network’s 19th Annual Music Awards
2025 Favorite “Rock Band of the Year” · 2025 Favorite “Live Performance”

Recurring venue

Jimmy B’s Beach Bar

St. Pete Beach, FL · recurring dates, 2025–2026 · Listing ↗ (opens in a new tab)

Fan review

  • “Great band! Great energy!”

    — Rob Bequette, Facebook recommendation

Supported by.

Sponsors & partners

  1. 01RIFF JUNKY Productions
  2. 02Blue Magic Strings
  3. 03Static House Co.
  4. 04Blacktop Supply
  5. 05Nightshift Audio

Shows.

Upcoming dates · details on Bandsintown

  1. FriOct 23Shephard’sClearwater, FLTickets TBCDetails ↗ for Shephard’s, Oct 23 (opens Bandsintown in a new tab)
  2. SatOct 24Crabby Bill’s IRB · Halloween partyIndian Rocks Beach, FLTickets TBCDetails ↗ for Crabby Bill’s IRB, Oct 24 (opens Bandsintown in a new tab)
  3. Fri · Out of stateOct 30Tin Roof Chicago · Halloween partyChicago, ILTickets TBCDetails ↗ for Tin Roof Chicago, Oct 30 (opens Bandsintown in a new tab)
  4. Sat · Out of stateOct 31Tin Roof Chicago · Halloween partyChicago, ILTickets TBCDetails ↗ for Tin Roof Chicago, Oct 31 (opens Bandsintown in a new tab)
  5. SatNov 14Tin Roof OrlandoOrlando, FLTickets TBCDetails ↗ for Tin Roof Orlando, Nov 14 (opens Bandsintown in a new tab)
All dates on Bandsintown ↗ (opens in a new tab)

Press
kit.

Approved assets for promoters, venues and press. Files go live here once the band approves them.

  1. 01Press photosHi-res, with photographer creditsComing soon
  2. 02Logo packPNG + vectorComing soon
  3. 03Bio — short & longText + PDFComing soon
  4. 04Stage plot & tech riderPDFOn request
  5. 05One-sheetPDFComing soon
  6. 06Live reel · EPK 2026YouTubeWatch ↗ the live reel (opens YouTube in a new tab)

Book
FLO-RAW.

Venues, festivals, private events. Tell us the date and the room — we’ll come back with availability.

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