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 …
8 December // Leo James
Acoustic singer songwriter Leo James draws influences from blues, roots, Americana and folk. With his warm lyrics and soothing husky vocals, Leo’s live shows only magnify his raw talent. Witness a bit of magic at Kingsdown Vaults in an inviting, intimate performance. 8 December // 9pm – 1am // Free // The Kingsdown Vaults Facebook event
25 November // Mitchell and Vincent
Mixing young and old, folk duo David Mitchell and Graham Vincent rearrange a mix of traditional and new-style songs for fiddle and guitar. They boast a unique sound that will no doubt make for an unusual and entertaining evening. 25 November // 9pm – 12am // Free // The Kingsdown Vaults Facebook event // thekingsdownvaults.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 // Johns & Nowak
Fun English duo meets American folk melodies; Bristol / Bath pairing Camilla Johns and Andy Nowak are no ordinary acoustic musicians. Weaving together mandolin and guitar, this new duo has already received praise with debut album of the year nominations and tuition from some of America’s greatest acoustic musicians. 11 November // 9pm – 12am …
Weekly picks : 23 – 29 October // Kojey Radical, Laid Blak, Friction & a few alternative Halloween parties
Tuesday // Plume of Feathers, The Gallimaufry Plume of Feathers are like a mixing pot where Gruff Rhys meets Camera Obscura, with songs about drinking in pubs, life, love and hate. The live performance mixes a full live band with beautifully animated films for each song by artist Stephanie Black. Full info, tickets and more… Thursday …
28 October // The Hucklebuck Halloween special
5-piece blues group The Hucklebuck evolved out of a desire to hear blues music played the way they want to hear it. Playing original interpretations of traditional electric styles, from early jump blues to later Texas and Chicago material, The Hucklebuck bring real authenticity and swing to their live show. 28 October // 9pm – …