BRISTOL MUSIC WEEKLY
New Releases (22 Nov 25 - 28 Nov 25)
Each Friday we round up the freshest sounds from Bristol’s buzzing scene. From boundary-pushing underground acts to chart-ready anthems, discover the tracks and albums making waves this week. Dive in below and explore what’s new.
Bristol Music Weekly
Late November Heat 🔥
The temperature outside might be dropping, but the studios of Bristol are clearly ablaze. This week has delivered a serious haul of heavyweight releases, from D&B legends returning to form to fresh industrial techno and shimmering alt-pop. It’s a week that perfectly captures the city's dual identity: gritty enough for the basement sweatboxes, yet polished enough for the airwaves.
Bandcamp Picks 🎶
Homepage – “Silverscreen”
Homepage drops “Silverscreen”, a shimmering piece of alt-electronic pop with hazy vocals and nostalgic ambience. Dreamy synths, glowing textures and a cinematic hook make it feel like a soundtrack to wandering Bristol’s streets at dusk. A beautifully polished release from one of the city’s rising left-field pop names.
To Van Kao – “Sweat Organ”
To Van Kao delivers an industrial-leaning techno weapon with “Sweat Organ” — a raw, mechanical, body-moving cut carved from distorted rhythms and warehouse-ready pressure. Dark, gritty and hypnotic, this one will speak to fans of Bristol’s harder electronic underbelly.
Spotify Drops 🔥
Markee Ledge, Megatron MC – “Soul”
Bristol legend Markee Ledge teams up with Megatron MC for “Soul” — a deep, rolling drum & bass track that blends atmospheric pads with a sharp, commanding vocal lead. Ledge’s trademark cinematic production shines through, giving the track both emotional weight and dancefloor punch. A standout for D&B heads looking for something both heavy and heartfelt.
Lord Leopard – “Jump 4 Me”
Lord Leopard fires off an energetic house cut with “Jump 4 Me”, balancing chunky percussion, chopped vocal stabs and infectious bounce. It’s playful, sweaty and built for movement — the kind of track that lights up Bristol dancefloors from the first bar.
Bodu Vega – “Lynx”
Bristol electronic duo Bodu Vega return with “Lynx”, a moody, textured trip-hop/electronic hybrid shaped by dark synth lines and pulsing rhythms. Their signature atmospheric layering is front and centre, making this a brooding and hypnotic listen. Perfect for fans of Bristol’s cinematic, late-night sound.
JotaTrez – “Badman”
“Badman” sees JotaTrez blend dancehall energy with Bristol bass flavour — heavy drums, swaggering vocal lines and a carnival-ready hook. It’s bold, brash and built for sound systems, continuing JotaTrez’s run of high-voltage club-leaning tracks.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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