BMW NOTEThis is shaping up to be a big one for Bristol. James Blake brings the Trying Times tour to O2 Academy Bristol on Wednesday 28 October, with Monica Martin also on the bill and a listed start of 7pm. His music connects intimate vocal songwriting with electronic production and bass-music roots, making the Academy date a major marker in next week’s diary. Check the official booking page for current availability and final event information.
BMW NOTEBritallica give Britney Spears’ pop anthems a heavy-metal makeover, combining familiar hooks with screaming guitars and thunderous drums. Saturday 14 November: doors 7pm, show 7:30pm. Tickets £15 advance (£16.20 including the listed Headfirst booking fee). Ages 14+; each under-18 must be accompanied by an adult aged 21 or over.
BMW NOTEEssex band The Bracknall bring their ambitious guitar music to Exchange on 19 November. Their direct connection with fans is part of the story: the band’s team reports tens of thousands of pounds in pledges helping support the next album, planned for 2027. Recent EP Waiting For The Lights To Change offers a listening route into the songs before the Bristol date. It is a chance to see that community around the band meet one of the city’s key grassroots rooms.
BMW NOTEManchester singer-songwriter Robbie Cavanagh returns to Bristol for a full-band headline show at Exchange on 20 November, following appearances at St George’s earlier this year. His new single Do What You Like is out today, produced by Idlewild’s Rod Jones with harmonies from California trio Rainbow Girls. It tackles betrayal with humour and defiance, ahead of an album planned for spring 2027. This belongs firmly in our visiting-artists diary, and the intimate Exchange Basement date is one to look forward to.
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BMW NOTEThis is shaping up to be a big one for Bristol. James Blake brings the Trying Times tour to O2 Academy Bristol on Wednesday 28 October, with Monica Martin also on the bill and a listed start of 7pm. His music connects intimate vocal songwriting with electronic production and bass-music roots, making the Academy date a major marker in next week’s diary. Check the official booking page for current availability and final event information.
BMW NOTEBlackFest connects Bristol and Liverpool through live music and cultural exchange. Bristol performers Laura Dia and Rebel Soul bring R&B/pop/alternative music and neo-soul/reggae respectively. Also appearing: Rising Son, MARNS, MoYah, Midé, MINA, KingFast, Rafaela and Bluboy.
BRISTOL ARTISTS: The Menstrual Cramps / Hissy Fist
The Menstrual Cramps
Exchange · 19:15
BMW NOTEBill: The Menstrual Cramps, FRENCH TOAST. Bristol queer punk band formed in 2017, combining feminist and anti-fascist themes with energetic guitar music. Bristol political-punk band combining noisy riffs, vocal harmonies and driving percussion. Doors 19:00; listed start 19:15.
BRISTOL ARTISTS: A 2 Story Collapse / The Minority
A 2 STORY COLLAPSE + Left With Silence + The Minority
The Thunderbolt · 19:30
BMW NOTEAlternative-rock and punk night led by Bristol-formed A 2 Story Collapse, with Left With Silence and Bristol punk band The Minority. Listed start 19:30.
Thunderbonk Spooktacular #2 — Disorder / Bozos / Jed and the Microwave / Velocette
The Thunderbolt · 20:00
BMW NOTEA Bristol punk and rock bill featuring hardcore/street-punk veterans Disorder, rock’n’roll band Bozos, Jed and the Microwave and goth/post-punk duo Velocette. Queens of Noise DJ. Doors 19:30; listed start 20:00.
BMW NOTEBill: The Furrow Collective. Bristol folk choir performing original arrangements of traditional songs and contemporary folk music. Doors 19:00; listed start 20:00.
BRISTOL ARTISTS: Lost and Found Society / Eveline / Stand To Order
Lost and Found Society
Exchange · 19:00
BMW NOTEBill: Lost and found society, With Sin. Industrial duo formed in Bristol, combining theatrical performance and electronic influences. Bristol electronic-goth solo artist creating self-produced, synth-led songs. Bristol post-rock band making experimental, expressive music. Doors 18:30; listed start 19:00.
BMW NOTEBill: Wendy Eisenberg. Drag alter ego of Bristol musician Noah Radley, drawing on vintage pop and experimental guitar music. Doors 19:45; listed start 20:00.
BMW NOTEBill: HiTMARKA. Bristol punk band known for fast riffs and energetic performances. Hardcore band formed in Bristol, playing fast, aggressive music. Doors 19:30; listed start 20:00.
BMW NOTEBill: Black Guy Fawkes, Mexican Dave, Emilia and the Unknown. Bristol-based folk-punk artist and songwriter behind the EP Kinda Wasted. Bristol trans singer-songwriter whose solo performances and band Emilia and the Unknown draw on punk rock. Doors 19:30; listed start 20:00.
BMW NOTEBill: Gurt, Cryptbreaker, Necronomicunt. Bristol blackened-hardcore band. Bristol band combining punk and doom influences. Doors 18:30; listed start 19:00.
BMW NOTEBill: Kride. Bristol five-piece dream-pop band pairing dynamic arrangements with ethereal guitars. Bristol band drawing on Midwest emo, melodic riffs and a DIY approach. Doors 19:30; listed start 20:15.
BMW NOTEA live psychedelic drum & bass collective built around Bristol-based producer Merkäta, combining D&B with sax, flute, violin, vocals, percussion and MC performance. DJ Isabella follows. Entry is £6 after 21:30. Doors 17:00; listed start 22:00.
BMW NOTEBill: DJ Marcelle / Another Nice Mess, Sarahsson, DJ Marcelle. Bristol electronic duo building club rhythms from copper dubplates, ceramics and other resonant materials.
'Our Big Birthday Bash' - Karen Swan and Nigel G Lowndes
The Hen & Chicken · 20:00
BMW NOTEBill: Karen Swan. Bristol-based singer, actor and writer blending alternative folk, avant-garde influences and punk energy. Singer-songwriter who moved from London to Bristol, combining rock-and-roll vocals with acoustic guitar. Doors 19:30; listed start 20:00.
BMW NOTEBritallica give Britney Spears’ pop anthems a heavy-metal makeover, combining familiar hooks with screaming guitars and thunderous drums. Saturday 14 November: doors 7pm, show 7:30pm. Tickets £15 advance (£16.20 including the listed Headfirst booking fee). Ages 14+; each under-18 must be accompanied by an adult aged 21 or over.
BMW NOTEBill: Charlie Hula. Bristol-based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, born in Brighton, drawing on rock, psychedelia and folk. Doors 14:00; listed start 14:15.
Featuring Split Prophets | J Man | AudioFlux | Properjob
The Trinity Centre · 19:00
BMW NOTEBill: Split Prophets, Jman, RES (Split Prophets). Bristol hip-hop collective established in 2011, pairing lyric-driven rap with independent production. Bristol music collective making dark, industrial and bass-heavy music. Bristol seven-piece collective combining hip-hop, jazz and improvisation.
BMW NOTEBristol psychedelic-rock five-piece Blushed make their debut headline appearance at The Louisiana. Listed start 19:45; support is to be confirmed.
BMW NOTEEssex band The Bracknall bring their ambitious guitar music to Exchange on 19 November. Their direct connection with fans is part of the story: the band’s team reports tens of thousands of pounds in pledges helping support the next album, planned for 2027. Recent EP Waiting For The Lights To Change offers a listening route into the songs before the Bristol date. It is a chance to see that community around the band meet one of the city’s key grassroots rooms.
BMW NOTEManchester singer-songwriter Robbie Cavanagh returns to Bristol for a full-band headline show at Exchange on 20 November, following appearances at St George’s earlier this year. His new single Do What You Like is out today, produced by Idlewild’s Rod Jones with harmonies from California trio Rainbow Girls. It tackles betrayal with humour and defiance, ahead of an album planned for spring 2027. This belongs firmly in our visiting-artists diary, and the intimate Exchange Basement date is one to look forward to.
BMW NOTEBristol seven-piece SKANKt bring horn-driven groove-rock and ska/offbeat influences to The Canteen, followed by DJ Kamelion. Entry is £6 after 21:30. Doors 17:00; listed start 22:00.
BMW NOTEBristol producer Vice beats presents An Afternoon of Dilla with Official Ma Dukes: live performances, beat sets and DJ sets celebrating J Dilla. The 2026 lineup is still to be announced.
PitFeeders + Watching From The Sidelines + SUNMACHINE
The Old England · 20:00
BMW NOTEBristol two-piece PitFeeders headline an alt-rock/grunge bill with Bristol band Watching From The Sidelines and heavy/prog-rock support SUNMACHINE. Doors 19:30; live music starts 20:00; curfew 23:00. Doors 19:30; listed start 20:00.
BMW NOTEA full live band celebration of 30 years of New Forms at Bristol Sounds, with special guests Fabio & Grooverider. General sale starts at 10am BST on Friday 9 October 2026; tickets are not yet on general sale.
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EDITION ENDING 4 SEPT 2026
Drearleader — Slow Burn Snuff Films
Album Launch Drearleader — Slow Burn Snuff Films The Croft · Saturday 5 September After featuring Drearleader across the last couple of weekly roundups, the Bristol noise-rock quartet bring it all together with a hometown launch for debut album Slow Burn Snuff Films. Expect noise-rock, sludge, bleak humour and huge breakdowns, with TRAPS and Bristol post-rock four-piece Essential Formulas joining them as guests. Event Info
Bristol Pride filled The Downs · Dr Meaker Amphitheatre · Bristol Rising Queen Square
Pride Recap Bristol Pride filled The Downs Bristol Pride brought music, cabaret, dance and community spaces together across the festival site. Jason Donovan delivered full pop-show energy, while Sister Sledge turned the Main Stage into a huge disco celebration. Two properly crowd-pleasing sets. Bristol Pride Harbour Festival Weekend Bristol Harbour Festival fills the waterfront with independent artists, established Bristol names, street performance, maritime activity and grassroots music. Here are two of our main stops. ♪ Friday • 8:45pm Dr Meaker Amphitheatre Expect live drum & bass built from electronic production, soul vocals, instrumentation and proper Bristol soundsystem weight. One of the weekend’s essential local performances. View Programme ★ Saturday + Sunday Bristol Rising Queen Square The Bristol Rising Stage is focused on emerging and grassroots talent from across the city, making it one of the best places to discover Bristol’s next wave before they reach the larger stages. View Full Line-Up
Riot Act Presents: The Canteen Pride Cabaret Takeover · Xav Clarke Album Launch + Big Fright & Milly Upton
Gig Highlights There are Pride afterparties across the city this weekend, followed by an intimate Monday-night album launch at The Louisiana. Saturday 11 July Riot Act Presents: The Canteen Pride Cabaret Takeover The Canteen Pride weekend continues after The Downs with Riot Act’s cabaret takeover. A colourful and proudly queer celebration for anyone not ready to stop after Pride Day. View on Headfirst Monday 13 July Xav Clarke Album Launch + Big Fright & Milly Upton The Louisiana Xav Clarke launches HARRISON DIGITAL FORD DUST at his first full-band Bristol headline show, joined by Bristol’s Big Fright and singer-songwriter Milly Upton. View on Headfirst
Sans Froid album launch + Lawi Anywar + Red Sun Alert · La Bomba Carnival Special w/ Steve Rice · Bristol Pride · Harbour Festival
Gig Highlights Saturday 4 July Sans Froid album launch + Lawi Anywar + Red Sun Alert A stacked heavy/strange bill at Strange Brew. Sans Froid launch Back Into the Womb, with Lawi Anywar and Red Sun Alert bringing art-rock, post-hardcore, shoegaze, mathy riffs and big emotional weight. Headfirst Saturday 4 July La Bomba Carnival Special w/ Steve Rice St Pauls Carnival’s on-street programme isn’t running this year, but La Bomba are keeping the carnival spirit moving at The Jam Jar with Caribbean rhythms, Afro-Latin heat, tropical grooves, funk, soul, reggae and global sounds. Headfirst Bristol Pride Pride lands at The Downs next week, bringing one of Bristol’s biggest summer moments into view. Harbour Festival Harbour Festival follows later in July, with Bristol’s summer calendar now fully switched on.
Darwin b2b Hodge The Love Inn · Local Band Showcase – The Fleece
Gigs Coming Up Tonight Darwin b2b Hodge The Love Inn A proper Bristol club pick: Darwin and Hodge going back-to-back all night at The Love Inn. Expect a serious selector session built around bass pressure, UK club energy and deep dancefloor focus. Headfirst Sunday 14 June Local Band Showcase – The Fleece The Fleece hosts a Local Band Showcase on Sunday 14 June, making it a useful one to shout for anyone wanting to catch grassroots Bristol bands in a proper city-centre live music room. Eventbrite
Gigs Coming Up Heavy Pick FOE Fest 2026 Shredenhams Hardcore, thrash, skating and a huge all-dayer at Shredenhams. FOE Fest looks like the heavy pick of the week, with 16 bands across two stages. Headfirst Wednesday 10 June WetWare: Surgeons Girl x Daisy Dickinson A strong midweek pick for experimental electronic heads: Surgeons Girl, Daisy Dickinson and more bring WetWare to Strange Brew for an audiovisual performance night. Headfirst Friday 19 June Emily Magpie presents howl Emily Magpie brings folklore, myth and experimental pop to Bristol Beacon’s Weston Stage for a special hometown howl show. Intimate, immersive and very Bristol. Bristol Beacon
Love Saves the Day – Ashton Court · Dot to Dot Festival – Citywide Bristol · Dreamwave + Bite The Buffalo Wiper and True · The Maisonettes + LULU + Resurrection Men · Django Durrant – Album Launch Tour
Last Week: Festival Sun Credit: Katie Coxall / The Everyday Love Saves the Day – Ashton Court Love Saves the Day took over Ashton Court in the bank holiday sunshine, with Katie Coxall’s review for The Everyday capturing the colour of the Saturday: big crowds, a huge site, strong organisation, stacked stages, food vendors and a crowd that kept the good vibes moving all day. The review also shouts out local and emerging names including Douvelle19 and Kylie Wears Berghuas, plus the sillier festival details — Dubtendo, The Twisted Motel, karaoke in a fake lift and a ball pit. Read Review Credit: Vihan / Bristol24/7 Dot to Dot Festival – Citywide Bristol Dot to Dot once again turned Bristol itself into the venue. Vihan’s Bristol24/7 review frames the city as the real headliner: wristbands, venue-hopping, queues on Park Row, packed independent rooms and that classic city-centre movement. The review highlights Bristol acts such as The Scuttlers, international names including Jawdropped and Mandy, Indiana, plus bigger moments around Goodbye, Lambrini Girls, NewDad, Fcukers, Ratboys and TOOTH. Read Review Gigs Coming Up Saturday Pick Dreamwave + Bite The Buffalo Wiper and True A strong Saturday pick at Wiper and True’s Brewery Taproom, with Dreamwave, Bite The Buffalo and The Dead Royals on the bill. Free-entry guitar energy with your weekend pint. Headfirst Wednesday 03 June The Maisonettes + LULU + Resurrection Men The Maisonettes hit Exchange alongside LULU and Resurrection Men. A solid midweek pick for independent guitar music in one of Bristol’s key grassroots rooms. Headfirst Thursday 04 June Django Durrant – Album Launch Tour Indie-folk artist Django Durrant brings his Stories As You Pass By album launch tour to To The Moon. The album releases 29 May, so this Bristol stop lands right as the project starts moving live. Headfirst
FXCK Borders Strange Brew · Congo Natty at Lost Horizon
Gig Highlights Tonight FXCK Borders Strange Brew FXCK Borders lands tonight with a heavyweight multi-genre energy. Expect a proper Bristol night: loud, urgent, community-minded and built for the floor. Headfirst Friday 22 May Congo Natty at Lost Horizon The original Rebel MC crash lands at Lost Horizon next Friday. Forging one of the wickedest sounds for almost 40 years, Congo Natty brings heavyweight jungle, roots and soundsystem history to Bristol. Headfirst
Cellar Door Truthpaste + Hank Bee + Of Iyrn · Garden Party: 50 Years of Music at Trinity Centre · DJ Krust, IDLES & DJ Format · Beth Hart at Bristol Beacon
Gigs Coming Up Next Up Cellar Door Truthpaste + Hank Bee + Of Iyrn Experimental folk-pop, heartland indie and tropicália-edged alt-rock at Strange Brew. Truthpaste return after a quick sell-out earlier this year, with Hank Bee and Of Iyrn also on the bill. Headfirst Sunday 10 May Garden Party: 50 Years of Music at Trinity Centre Trinity Centre celebrates 50 years of music with a free-entry Garden Party. Expect Smith & Mighty, Stormy J, The Golden Guild Band, workshops, food, family activities and a proper community atmosphere. Event Info Saturday 09 May DJ Krust, IDLES & DJ Format A serious Bristol crossover at Lost and Grounded Brewers: drum & bass heritage, live-band intensity and hip-hop/funk selections in one place. Songkick Thursday 14 May Beth Hart at Bristol Beacon Beth Hart brings blues, soul and powerhouse vocals to Bristol Beacon, with Wille and the Bandits also listed. Songkick
Easton Punk Festival 30 Apr – 03 May · Getdown Services at Bristol Sounds · Rave on Avon · Bellaire + Jeremy Underground
Upcoming Gig Highlights This Weekend Easton Punk Festival 30 Apr – 03 May Easton Punk Festival returns across the bank holiday weekend, taking over The Plough, The Chelsea Inn, The Red Lion and The Old Stillage. Expect punk, poetry, DIY chaos and plenty of fresh Bristol bands — including Captain Zero at The Red Lion tonight. Visit Bristol Facebook 24 June 2026 Getdown Services at Bristol Sounds Getdown Services join Super Furry Animals and Gwenno at Bristol Sounds on Wednesday 24 June at Canons Marsh Amphitheatre. A big Bristol slot for the duo alongside one of the major outdoor shows of the summer. Tickets Sunday 03 May Rave on Avon Rave on Avon returns for its 16th year, with The Boxing Gym and Clement Street becoming a multi-stage rave zone. Expect seven stages, 70+ artists, local sound systems and nine hours of garage, jungle, drum & bass, house, techno and more. Headfirst 09 May 2026 Bellaire + Jeremy Underground One to watch at Electric: Bellaire brings his French touch, disco, funk, hip-hop and garage-influenced club sound to Bristol alongside Jeremy Underground. A strong pick for house, disco and club heads. Event Info
Gig Highlights Looking Ahead Dot To Dot Festival 2026 Dot To Dot Festival returns to Bristol and Nottingham across the late May bank holiday weekend, with the first 30 names confirmed including Lambrini Girls, Fcukers and NewDad. Super Early Bird and Early Bird tickets are sold out, with Second Release tickets now available from £30 plus booking fee. Tickets Next Week St Werburghs Spring Fair Community-focused event at Boiling Wells and St Werburghs City Farm with stalls, activities and a family-friendly atmosphere. Event Info Next Week People’s Art Fair “Democratise the canvas!” A nine-day creative event at PRSC celebrating open-access art, Stokes Croft energy and local creativity. Event Info
Gig Highlights TODAY Split Dogs @ Exchange Punk energy is peaking tonight. Show is sold out—hit the waiting list if you're feeling lucky. Event Info TODAY Superseed @ Chelsea Inn Starts at 8pm. Free entry desert rock, psych, and grunge. Total mayhem guaranteed. Event Info TUE 21 APR Lande Hekt @ Strange Brew Touring the excellent new album 'Lucky Now'. Stacked indie lineup with Mumble Tide. Get Tickets
Gig Highlights Biggest Highlight Outertown Festival 11 Apr 2026 With over 60 handpicked acts across 10 stages, Outertown transforms Bristol’s historic Old Market into a harbour for underground and off-kilter music of all stripes. Built on community, inclusion, and the power of grassroots venues, this is one of the city’s most vital independent music events. Festival Info Today Peach @ Strange Brew Album of the Month gets the full launch treatment. Expect a packed room, serious leftfield energy, and a proper Bristol launch night. Get Tickets Upcoming The Pale White @ Rough Trade Promoting their new album in an intimate Bristol setting. A strong chance to catch a rising band up close before the rooms get bigger. Get Tickets Upcoming The Orb + System 7 Electronic pioneers linking up for a deep, immersive live trip. One for heads who like their dance music expansive, psychedelic, and transportive. Event Info Upcoming Cat Burns @ O2 Academy A major UK voice continuing her rise. Bigger room, bigger crowd, and another strong date in Bristol’s packed April calendar. Get Tickets
Gig Highlights Gig of the Week Review: Thundercat @ Bristol Beacon A standout night — virtuoso bass playing, charisma, and pure musicality. Bristol Beacon showing its range with a world-class performance. Event Recap Upcoming PEACH (Album Launch) @ Strange Brew A stacked lineup with Milo’s Planes and MP3 Chainsaw — expect leftfield energy and a proper launch atmosphere. Get Tickets Upcoming Guillotine @ Rough Trade Momentum building fast — “Haunted” dropping just ahead of a big support slot for Black Foxxes (6th April). One to catch early. Get Tickets Upcoming Headset140 @ The Island Kahn, Neek, Yushh and more — this is the Bristol 140 link-up. Heavyweight lineup for anyone locked into the dubstep underground. Get Tickets
Gig Highlights Gig of the Week Review: Casey @ Thekla A huge night on the harbour — emotional intensity and packed-out energy. Thekla continues to deliver as one of Bristol’s most iconic venues. Read Full Review Upcoming James Blake @ St George’s A rare and intimate setting for a world-class artist. Expect stripped-back brilliance and spine-tingling moments in one of the city’s best acoustic spaces. Get Tickets Upcoming Dreamwave + Honest Work @ The Lanes A strong lineup blending indie textures with electronic influence — one for discovering new favourites. Get Tickets Upcoming Los Dedos Farewell Party @ Jam Jar Final send-off energy. Expect a full celebration with rhythm, chaos, and serious Bristol vibes. Get Tickets
Gig Highlights Gig of the Week Abrasive Trees + Mt Onsra + Mustelids Abrasive Trees bring their brooding, immersive sound to Exchange Bristol on Thursday 26 March, headlining a carefully curated night of heavy atmospheres and slow-burning intensity. Featuring former members of Silver Moth, they use this date as a glimpse of what’s next: darker edges, wider dynamics, and material shaped for close quarters ahead of their new full-length album. Support comes from ArcTanGent alumni Mt Onsra and emerging post-rock outfit Mustelids. Tickets are just £7 for a night spanning cavernous low-end to expansive, cinematic noise. Get Tickets Watch 'Carved Skull' Upcoming Oryx w/ Wren + Breathe/Rust A stacked heavy lineup bringing crushing riffs and intense live energy to Zed Alley on Friday 20 March. Expect an unforgiving night rooted firmly in sludge, post-metal, and experimental heaviness. Get Tickets
Gig Highlights Gig of the Week Review: Knocked Loose @ SWX Hardcore heavyweights Knocked Loose delivered a ferocious set at SWX last week, turning the packed venue into a wall of movement. The Kentucky band’s relentless riffs and explosive crowd energy proved why they’ve become one of the most talked-about acts in modern hardcore. Read Full Review Upcoming Cryptbreaker & More @ The Dame A heavy lineup bringing together Bristol’s underground punk and metal scenes for a loud, chaotic night. Get Tickets Upcoming TC & The Groove Family @ Strange Brew Expect deep funk, jazz and soul grooves from one of Bristol’s most vibrant live bands. Get Tickets
Gig Highlights Gig of the Week Review: Live at Crofters Rights For a massive highlight from last week, check out the Bristol Gig Guide's review of the energy and madness that went down at Crofters Rights on February 27th. Essential reading if you missed it. Read Full Review Upcoming Poppy @ Electric Bristol Looking ahead to next week, Poppy is bringing her genre-clashing, highly anticipated live show to Electric Bristol. Event Details Upcoming Cellar Door IWD Special Celebrate International Women's Day on Sunday, March 8th at The Louisiana featuring Ziplock, Nobody's Dad, and more. Get Tickets
Gig Highlights Gig Radar Kwazi – Story Mode EP Party A strong Bristol shout for the week — live performances, proper local atmosphere, and a release party built to feel bigger than a standard Friday night. One to lock in if you want the city’s newer energy up close. Get Tickets Rewind Nahko and Medicine for the People A soulful night at The Fleece — warm energy, strong connection, and one of those gigs that lingers after the room empties. Event Info Hot Tip Joe Muggs x Krust A strong look-ahead for heads tuned into Bristol bass culture — a link-up worth having in the diary. Event Info Coming Up Monochrome Festival A future-facing shout for anyone into stranger sounds and leftfield programming. One to keep on the radar. Event Info
Tonight’s Highlight · SuperSeed @ The Royal Oak · Gig Radar · DEEP MEDi x RC1 @ Trinity
Tonight’s Highlight Tonight SuperSeed @ The Royal Oak Local hard rock titans SuperSeed take their high-voltage show to The Royal Oak in Bath tonight. Joined by Stickler, expect a night of unapologetic punk ’n’ roll energy and the kind of volume that leaves the room smoking. Tonight’s Intel Gig Radar Upcoming DEEP MEDi x RC1 @ Trinity Prepare for total system weight. The legendary DEEP MEDi crew meets the might of the RC1 Sound System at Trinity — one of those line-ups that feels historic before the first tune even drops. Get Tickets Rewind Declan McKenna @ SWX A masterclass in high-energy indie-pop showmanship — visually sharp, musically tight, and built to lift the room. Review
Gig Radar Next Up DEEP MEDi x RC1 @ Trinity Centre History loading. The legendary DEEP MEDi crew meets the might of the RC1 Sound System at Trinity Centre on 21 Feb — total system weight, no filler, no compromise. Event Info Rewind Moor Gigs Resurrection A full madness at Moor Beer Co. last Saturday — exactly the kind of chaos a proper DIY city thrives on. Event Info
Gig Highlights Review Skarlett Riot / Phoenix Lake @ The Exchange A huge shout out to the Bristol Gig Guide for their coverage of Skarlett Riot and Phoenix Lake at The Exchange. It looked like a massive night of high-energy riffs, crowd connection and proper live heat. Read the Review Upcoming Moor Mini-Fest Get yourself to Moor Beer Co this Saturday for the Moor Gigs Resurrection — a mini-fest celebration packed with loud bands, great beer and proper community atmosphere. Get Tickets
Gig Highlights Review Marmozets @ Thekla Math-rock energy on a boat? It works. Marmozets returned to Bristol with a point to prove, turning Thekla into a sweatbox of jagged riffs and soaring choruses. Read More Review Superseed @ The Plough A Motorik Road Trip in Easton — loud, driving, and packed with the community spirit that keeps The Plough vital. Event Archive Upcoming Joker B2B Sir Spyro Lost Horizon brings the heat with Joker meeting Sir Spyro featuring Killa P — grime, dubstep and purple sound bass weight. Get Tickets
Gig Highlights Tonight DROOGS @ The Croft If you like your music sharp, sardonic and loud, get down to The Croft tonight. DROOGS are playing a headline set to celebrate their new release I, Party. Expect jittery post-punk energy and plenty of bite. Get Info Upcoming The Love Inn 12th Birthday A Stokes Croft institution turns 12. Mark your calendars for Thursday 29 Jan as The Love Inn kicks off its birthday celebrations with a massive weekend of top-tier selectors and good vibes. View Event
Gig Highlights Review Getdown Services @ Trinity Centre If you missed Getdown Services at Trinity Centre last week, you missed a chaotic masterpiece. Described as “doing the Cha Cha Slide while being pelted with bags of Wotsits”, it was a night of pure, unadulterated fun. Read the Review Upcoming Kid Kapichi @ Thekla Hastings heavyweights bring huge riffs and sharper lyrics to Thekla. Set to be a sweaty, high-energy night on the boat. Get Tickets
Gig Highlights Cellar Door & Truthpaste Sold out at The Louisiana — a huge early-year statement for Bristol’s grassroots scene. Upcoming: Vulture God Heavy, visceral performances incoming — not one to miss.
Gig Highlights 🌍 Coming Up: Cellar Door & Truthpaste @ The Louisiana Bristol’s underground comes together at The Louisiana for a night of raw energy and boundary-pushing live music to kick off the year. Cellar Door bring their sharp-edged, noise-tinged intensity, alongside a very special support slot... New Band Spotlight: Truthpaste We are very happy to welcome rising band Truthpaste to the fold. They deliver twisted grooves and uncompromising attitude, making them a perfect fit for fans of loud, left-field and unapologetically DIY sounds. Get familiar with them now. ► Get Tickets ► Listen to Truthpaste on Spotify Here's to 2026! If this first week is anything to go by, it's going to be another incredible year for the Bristol sound. Keep supporting local artists, get down to the venues, and we'll see you next week for more fresh finds. Follow us on Instagram: @bristolmusicweekly Check the full site for daily updates: bristolmusicweekly.co.uk
Gig Highlights 🌍 Review: TC & Friends @ Thekla Dazed Music: TC & Friends @ Thekla was a reminder of why Bristol’s bass culture still hits hardest when it keeps things simple. TC curated a deep, rolling drum & bass journey built on groove and patience rather than big drops, supported by a lineup that kept the energy cohesive. Thekla’s sound system carried the low end perfectly, delivering that unmistakable Bristol atmosphere — no gimmicks, just proper selections. ► Check Thekla's Archives Coming Up: Jools Holland @ Bristol Beacon Looking for the perfect pre-Christmas musical treat? We are looking forward to the legendary Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra bringing their annual boogie-woogie party to the Bristol Beacon. It's the ultimate feel-good way to ring in the festive season. ► Get Tickets Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! 🎄 Thank you for reading and supporting Bristol music throughout the year. We hope you have a wonderful holiday season filled with great tunes. See you on the other side! Follow us on Instagram: @bristolmusicweekly Check the full site for daily updates: bristolmusicweekly.co.uk
Gig Highlights 🌍 This Week: Joe + Damage @ Bristol Beacon Friday 12 December at Bristol Beacon — a solid end-of-week option in one of the city’s flagship rooms. ► Event Info See You Next Week! Support the artists on Bandcamp where you can, follow on Spotify, and get out to a venue if you’re able. Bristol stays loud because you do. Follow us on Instagram: @bristolmusicweekly More updates: bristolmusicweekly.co.uk
Gig Highlights 🌍 This Week: The Last Dinner Party One of the biggest bands to break through in recent years arrives at The Prospect Building. Catch The Last Dinner Party bringing their theatrical baroque-pop and incredible stage presence to Bristol this week. Expect high drama and huge choruses. ► Get Tickets Looking Ahead: Shy FX Something massive for the diary: The Blast presents Shy FX. The Jungle pioneer will be taking over The Underground. This is guaranteed to be a high-energy sell-out, so secure your spot for a night of legendary status riddims. ► View Event Info See You Next Week! December is here, the nights are long, and the music is loud. Support your local artists, buy the tracks on Bandcamp if you can, and we'll see you on the dancefloor. Follow us on Instagram: @bristolmusicweekly Check the full site for daily updates: bristolmusicweekly.co.uk
Gig Highlights 🌍 This Week: The Lanes The Lanes has been the place to be this week. We saw BUG TEETH + PAPER CROWNS + KIBBO KIFT taking over the venue on Wednesday, followed by a massive album launch from NO VIOLET alongside IRK tonight (Friday 28th). A huge week for local alternative guitar music. ► Check The Lanes Listings Next Week: Vookoo Hip-Hop Cypher Looking ahead to next week? Mark your calendars for Thursday, December 4th. The legendary Vookoo collective are bringing their hip-hop cypher to The Plough Inn, Easton. Expect raw talent, open mics, and proper community vibes from 8:30 PM. ► Get Event Details Coming Soon: Exchange Keep your eyes peeled for upcoming events at Exchange, including the much-anticipated Effigy presents MASCA show and the Specialist Subject Festive Party later in December. It's never too early to sort your Christmas gig calendar! ► Browse Exchange Events That's A Wrap! From industrial techno to soulful D&B, this week has delivered the goods. Make sure to support these artists on Bandcamp where you can, and get out to a gig this weekend! Follow us on Instagram: @bristolmusicweekly Check the full site for daily updates: bristolmusicweekly.co.uk
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BRISTOL ARTISTS · HEADFIRST
Bristol Synth Freaks: Phoenix-Flare + Concrete Disco
Exchange · 19:30
BMW NOTEBristol electronic duo Phoenix-Flare bring atmospheric synthwave alongside Bristol electronica trio Concrete Disco’s electronic indie-pop and breakbeat-driven sound. Further live electronica acts are to be confirmed. Doors 19:00; listed start 19:30.
BMW NOTEBristol post-punk band gaws mark their upcoming single Thank You with their only headline show of 2026. The DIY audiovisual show draws on blues, psychedelia and high-energy rock. Support to be announced. Doors 19:30; listed start 20:00. Humdrum are now confirmed in support.
BMW NOTEA Different Thread bring their Over Again album tour to Bristol Folk House, blending British folk, Appalachian blues and contemporary Americana. The North Carolina-based duo of Alicia Best and Robert Jackson are joined by Bristol singer-songwriter I-Sha-Vii, performing as a duo with Michael Warburton. Doors are advertised for 7pm, with tickets at £13; check the booking page for fees and availability. A strong chance to catch the visiting duo and a local support act on the same bill.
BMW NOTESheffield indie-rock four-piece The Rosadocs bring their autumn tour to Thekla. The band has signed to Tri-Tone/Republic of Music and is working towards a debut album. Listed time: 6:30pm; Bristol-specific supports have not been confirmed.
BMW NOTEBristol-based live electronic act and DJ, also known as Bruno Dimitrov. Welsh DJ based in Bristol and a member of The Hunz, selecting progressive house, electro and trance.
BMW NOTEBill: Nish Rana. Bristol artist performing original music on the Red Lion local bill. Bristol artist performing original music on the Red Lion local bill. Doors 19:30; listed start 20:00.
BMW NOTEBill: Steve Pilgrim, Sam Braithwaite. Bristol singer-songwriter, formerly of The Southernaires, whose solo work includes Two Fingers. Doors 19:30; listed start 19:45.
BMW NOTEBristol alternative band combining rock, jazz-influenced arrangements and narrative songwriting. Bristol five-piece drawing together its members’ varied musical backgrounds. Bristol alternative-rock band formed by Patrick Drake, incorporating indie, folk, soul and pop. Doors 19:30; listed start 20:00.
Hesta Banks + Adam Stokes Quartet — A Tribute to Blossom Dearie
St George's Bristol · 19:30
BMW NOTEBristol-based singer-songwriter Hesta Banks joins the Adam Stokes Quartet to celebrate vocalist and pianist Blossom Dearie in the Glass Studio at St George’s Bristol. Doors 19:00; listed start 19:30.
BMW NOTEBill: Who Saves the Hero?, Kinellmun, Racehorse, Mexican Dave. Bristol punk trio mixing loud, heartfelt songs with melancholy. Bristol-based folk-punk artist and songwriter behind the EP Kinda Wasted. Doors 19:00; listed start 19:30.
BMW NOTEBill: Cesca May, Moove. Bristol singer blending jazz, soul and funk with her live band. Bristol psychedelic nu-jazz quintet blending groove-led rhythms and jazz-funk.
BMW NOTEBill: DJ CDQ, Tim Spencer, Higher Power. DJ project led by Bristol-based artists Tim Spencer and Olly Sundown, spanning yacht rock, ambient techno and pop.
BMW NOTELondon alt-grunge trio A VOID are joined by Bristol DIY grunge/gothic-punk band Witch Hook and Bristol three-piece alt/post-punk outfit The MEDZ. Doors 19:00; listed start 19:30.
Poor Old Dogs — The Reckoner Album Launch + Spinthief
The Canteen · 22:00
BMW NOTEBristol folk band Poor Old Dogs launch The Reckoner, an album of original songs drawing on UK and Irish folk traditions. DJ Spinthief follows until 2am. Entry is £6 after 21:30. Doors 17:00; listed start 22:00.
BMW NOTEBill: big long sun. Live band project of Bristol-based musician Alfie Demos, drawing on slacker rock, bedroom pop and folk. Doors 19:30; listed start 20:00.
BRISTOL ARTISTS: Jabu / Dan Johnson / Regina Collage
Opening Music w. Jabu, Dan Johnson & Regina Collage
Arnolfini · 20:00
BMW NOTEBill: Jabu, Dan Johnson, Regina Collage. Bristol trio combining dream-pop and experimental music. Bristol percussionist and improviser working across experimental music and performance. Ukrainian avant-pop artist based in Bristol, combining synthesizers, airy vocals, noise and bass guitar.
BMW NOTEBristol-born jazz violinist John Pearce performs with multi-award-winning pianist David Newton at El Rincon. The feed lists 6pm; check the ticket page for door and performance timings.
BMW NOTEMunich trio KYTES bring their Indie Rave Tour to The Louisiana, blending indie hooks with electronic dance energy. Special guest Sean Edwards supports. Listed start: 7pm; tickets £14 plus booking fee. Ages 16+; under-18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
BMW NOTEBristol-based six-piece Pack of Animals bring psychedelic rock and roll to The Louisiana, with bloom and Bristol-based indie/alternative rock band SLAK in support.
BMW NOTEPortland’s Bridge City Sinners bring punk energy to dark folk, bluegrass and jazz, with Cheap Dirty Horse in support. The show is sold out. Read BMW’s new interview with guitarist Michael “Sinner” Flecha in Reviews & Interviews ahead of the Bristol date.
BMW NOTELondon-based The Cinelli Brothers bring soul, blues and rock to Thekla on their Fresco tour. Bristol duo True Strays support with alt-Americana, blues rock and neo-psychedelia. Official venue listing: 7pm. Press photograph: Blackham Images.
BMW NOTEPETE & BAS WAS AT O2 ACADEMY BRISTOL NOW AT THE FLEECE at O2 Academy Bristol. See the official listing for the full bill, entry details and final timings.
BMW NOTENewcastle rapper Dan Swift opens his Still Colouring Tour with Eyeconic and Bristol-based artists Stargirrl, JOSHWAH and Tighe. Stargirrl mixes grime, house and dub poetry; JOSHWAH brings rap and electronic influences, while Tighe supplies dubstep, dub techno and soundsystem selections. Ages 16+.
BMW NOTESan Francisco-based Mott the Hoople tribute band return to The Old England for their headline show. The band indicates an 8 pm set; check with the venue for updates.
BMW NOTESan Francisco-based Mott the Hoople tribute band visiting Bristol for a day-long club festival. The band indicates an approximate 5:45 pm set; check with the venue for updates.
BMW NOTEBristol alt-indie-rock band The Pavilion headline an intimate hometown show, with Haytor and The False Idols in support. Catch three bands on one bill in the Exchange Basement.
BMW NOTEUWE Bristol Official Freshers | Vikkstar comes to O2 Academy Bristol for a Bristol date. Check the ticket page for final timings and event details.
