PREVIEW // Rave on Avon: End of an Era – what’s on?
It’s that time of year again, the famous Stokes Croft engulfing street party will be having its final hurrah in this location before moving to a new one next year after 11 years of good times, and it will be taking over 11 of your favourite venues with huge amounts of local talent to offer …
Preview // Cosmic Soul Collective launch their week-long art exhibition with a night of live music at the Exchange
Last October, DIY music and art collective Cosmic Soul Collective were crowned the winners of Nitelife’s #NITELIFENITEOUT competition in association with Reon Energy – a Bristol-wide hunt to find an independent local promoter offering something unique to our already- excellent nightlife scene. Together with an expert panel of judges from some of Bristol’s most established …
Live events company The MJR Group announce new Skyline Series
Live events company The MJR Group have announced they will be delivering a fresh new series of events to our doorstep this summer, featuring well-established acts as well as a tasty selection of food and drinks. Their first line-up announcement consists of Birmingham based reggae band UB40, pop trio Future Islands, alternative rock band Texas, …
Weekly Picks: 5 – 11 Feb // 10 shows to see this week, including Iglooghost, Tornado Wallace, The Kelly Twins, Haus and a bucket load of bass
Wednesday// Revinyl Sessions, Cosies Revinyl Sessions will be returning to Cosies to deliver another night of eclectic sound from artists who share the love for all things vinyl. New World Audio signed and dubstep Don Dadda DJ Squarewave will be bringing you his techno-infused set and will be sure to deliver both a dynamic and …
Guestmix // Club Djembe transport us to the dreamy shores of paradise ahead of their indoor beach party
Club Djembe returns to cosy bar The Love Inn next Thursday with their 5th indoor beach party, bringing with them a whole load of tropical flavours as they combine unique and diverse sounds with a bucket load of rhythm. Inspired by sunset beach parties in the Western Mediterranean, the night aims to transport you to …
David Rodigan returns to celebrate 40 incredible years in the business
Reggae legend and MBE-awarded DJ David Rodigan returns to Motion this Friday, as The Blast presents his 40th anniversary tour. Celebrating forty incredible years in the business as both a broadcaster and a DJ, David will treat us to a very special extended 2-hour DJ set that will showcase decades of Reggae music, highlighting what …
31 December // Noche Negra New Year’s Eve Fiesta
Noche Negra are bringing back their famous New Year’s celebration; Spanish style. Offering up bottomless Cava and all-night dancing to house, disco, funk and soul from their resident DJ. Bring in your New Year with some Spanish themed decadence. 31 December // 8pm – 3am // £35 // Pata Negra Facebook event // tickets
31 December // Shotgun Sessions New Year’s Eve: Redland Tea Party
After their last successful event, the Shotgun Barber’s team have invited Redland Tea Party back for another night of the finest cuts drum and bass has to offer, this time with a NYE twist. Expect residents Instrinsic, Braxx and Haze, Shift, Loz and Circuits, and the filthiest drum and bass around. 31 December // 8pm …
31 December // Funk Yeah! NYE party with Craig Charles
Craig Charles’ world famous Funk & Soul Club is heading to Colston Hall this NYE for an unforgettable funk, soul and retro grooves takeover. Alongside the main man himself, the lineup includes a Soultrain 25th Anniversary DJ set, the James Taylor Quartet, The Correspondents and Don Letts. 31 December // 7pm – Late // £35 – £42.49 // …
31 December // Liquid Lunar Sessions
Monthly drum and bass residents Liquid Lunar Sessions will be throwing a NYE special to remember. Special guests include Swansea-based drum and bass master Octo Pi, and more. Grab yourself a cocktail and get dancing. 31 December // 7pm – late // Free // To The Moon Facebook event