Weekly picks: 19 – 25 March // 17 unmissable live gigs and parties to choose between this week
Wednesday // Wyvern Lingo, The Louisiana Best friend trio Wyvern Lingo originally bonded over hand-me-down albums by Thin Lizzy, Led Zeppelin, Joni Mitchel and Simon & Garfunkel, as well as being junior school alliances withstanding all obstacles that their teenage rites of passage had to offer. Now in their twenties, the group bring their individual …
24 March // Rae Morris
Making music that dives into the unknown, Rae Morris’ sound is both unique and innovative. Rae will be stopping off at Bristol’s Marble Factory this March to perform music from her latest pop-charged album Someone Out There. Her electro-pop synths, beatful basslines and skilful drum patterns will no doubt make for a memorable evening, and …
Weekly picks: 4 – 10 December // 15 gigs to see this week, including Benjamin Clementine, Peter Hook & some festive specials
Tuesday // LANY, O2 Academy Bristol With echoes of prime 80s FM pop, 90s RnB and new-wave electronica, Los Angeles alt-electronic trio LANY will be taking over the O2 stage this December in celebration of the release of their self-titled debut album. Full info, tickets and more… . DJ Ryu (Rockit Science), No.51 Stokes Croft DJ Ryu …
9 December // Peter Hook & The Light perform Substance (Joy Division & New Order)
Alt rock legend Peter Hook and his band The Light will perform tracks from two singles albums of the iconic bands he helped create, Joy Division and New Order. Both compilations – released within a year of each other – are called Substance and include cult classics like New Order’s Blue Monday Joy Division’s Love Will …
18 November // Pussy Riot
Finally, the notorious protest punk, rock group from Moscow, Pussy Riot are setting foot in Bristol to showcase their unapologetic sounds and frank attitudes. The energy from this band will leave an ever-lasting impression. 18 November // 6.30pm – 10pm // £16.50 // Marble Factory Facebook event // tickets // marblefactorybristol.com
Weekly picks: 6 – 12 Nov // A classic hip hop double, girl indie, live electro & more
Thursday // Têtes de Pois, The Canteen Leeds-based band Têtes de Pois with their mixing pot of funk, jazz, afrobeat and more know how to turn it out when it comes to performing on stage. Their nifty solos and super catchy grooves will keep you on your feet all night. Full info, tickets and more… . …
11 November// Abstract Orchestra play Madvillainy
Taking one of hip hop’s greatest collaborative albums of all time and morphing it into an electrifying live experience, Abstract Orchestra take on the album Madvillainy. Expect an ALL CAPS experience from the orchestral group, with interpretations of some of your favourite MF DOOM and Madlib tracks. 11 November // 6pm – 10pm // £15.95 …
Interview // UK hip hop pioneer Jehst on his new concept album Billy Green is Dead
Chances are you’re probably no stranger to Jehst. The pioneering Huddersfield based MC and co-founder of YNR Productions record label has paved the way for UK hip hop since The Return of The Drifter back in 2002. With his thought-provoking content and ability to paint expressions clearly in your mind, this wordsmith continues to capture …
Weekly picks: 16 – 22 October // 15 shows to see this week, including Vagabon, Jehst, an Exit Records takeover & Simple Things Festival
Tuesday // JP Cooper, SWX Folk, blues, soul and gospel singer-songwriter and Jonas Blue-collaborator JP Cooper brings his debut album Under Grey Skies – including hit single She’s On My Mind – to the SWX stage. His room silencing vocals and sensational songs will leave you hanging on to his every word. Full info, tickets and more… …
19 October // Jehst
Jehst been pushing the UK hip hop scene since his debut in 1999. After the outstanding success from his long-awaited new album Billy Green Is Dead, Jehst sets out for Bristol as part of his UK tour. Expect to hear tracks from his latest album, plus a few iconic hip hop treasures along the way. …