13 April // Bastille
Colston Hall are bringing British rock band Bastille to Bristol this April and we’re more than a little excited. The internationally acclaimed indie-pop heavyweights will be returning to Bristol to perform a selection of breathtaking reworking’s from their number one albums Wild World and Bad Blood. Their highly finessed rock sound will make for both a memorable …
13 April // The Soul Ingredients
Powerful seven-piece The Soul Ingredients will be taking centre stage at Canteen this April to deliver their original, soothing soul and slick R&B sounds inspired by the traditional and authentic Stax style. A heady combination of excellent musicianship and dynamic energy will no doubt have you up on your feet dancing until the early hours. …
12 April // Minami Deutsch
Gravy Train and The Lanes brings us Japanese Krautrock band Minami Deutsch, as the guitar, vocal and synth trio hit the road to celebrate the release of their latest album With Dim Light. Their performance will be filled to the brim with driving Motorik beats, funny yet bizarre Japanese lyrics whispered over manic rhythms and …
10 April // Ben Marwood
Ben Marwood’s sound is a marvel for the ears, as his gentle folk melodies capture the imagination and hearts of his listeners. Having performed alongside accomplished artists such as Frank Turner and Emily Barker, Ben’s intricate guitar playing and witty words will no doubt make for a mesmeric evening. Ben Marwood stops into Exchange this …
10 April // Sam Green and The Midnight Heist
Devon based punk-rockers Sam Green and The Midnight Heist will be bringing their own slice of sunny Californian surf, roots and road trip music to Mr Wolf’s this April. This high energy four-piece amalgamate Delta blues with grunge, soul and Californian punk-rock to create their own unique sound and Sam Green’s slide guitar, surf roots …
10 April // Girl Ray
North-London based, estrogen-pop band Girl Ray are returning to Bristol this April for a memorable show, following the release of their debut LP Earl Grey via Moshi Moshi Records. Taking influence from bands like The Beatles, Pixies and The Beach Boys, the trio will be stopping into Thekla to deliver their deep, introspective sound filled with …
9 April // Pillow Queens
Combining playful 70s garage rock with a postmodern sense of humour, Pillow Queens have come a long way since first forming the band on a basketball court in a park in Dublin. The DIY band released their first EP Calm Girls in 2016 and have gone on to conquer the masses with their infectious hooks …
Weekly picks: 2 – 8 April // Five shows to see this weekend for fans of DnB, rock, punk and drag
Friday // Dr Meaker, Attic Bar When it comes to live music in Bristol, Dr Meaker is a name you ought to know. A year since they released their critically acclaimed album Dirt & Soul on Circus Records, Bristol’s favourite live DnB act are back to take over the Attic Bar, with their unique force and re-energised …
8 April // Coldbones + Blanket + Oh, The Guilt
Lazarus Music presents a monstrous lineup hosted by Mothers’ Ruin this April. The lineup consists of shoegaze prog-rockers Coldbones, hailed by fans as the most exciting new band in post-rock, and quartet Blanket who will be sure to deliver their achingly beautiful post-rock sound. Joining them will be Bristol’s Oh, The Guilt, who will instantly …
7 April // Disgraceful Behaviour
Can’t get enough of Drag? Well look no further. The Old Market Assembly will be collaborating with local queen Dis Charge to host a night jam-packed with debaucherous drag, cabaret and burlesque, brought to you by an inspiring collection of some of the finest international acts. Pulling together performers from Bristol, London, Berlin and Manchester, Disgraceful …