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HIGHLIGHTS
best events this month 16-19
COMPETITION
Win 2 VIP tickets to bristol summer series: the last shadow puppets 21
INTERVIEW // LOCAL TALENT meadowlark 22-23
EVENT PREVIEW
Love Saves the Day: Roni Size & Krust 24-25
EVENT PREVIEW
love of dub presents: hollie cook 26-27
THE INFLUENCERS
jamell ackford 28-29
PROFILES
MAY 2016
EVE lazarus 29 by the rivers 29
FEATURED VENUES
51 Stokes Croft 30 O2 Academy 31 Anson Rooms 32 Cosies 33 Crofters Rights 34
Dojo 35 exchange 36 The Fleece 37 The Full Moon 38 GALLIMAUFRY 39
The Golden Lion 40 lakota 41 Lanes 42 The Lantern 43 The Love Inn 44
MANOS 45 MArble Factory 46 Mother’s Ruin 47 Mr Wolfs 48 THE OLD BOOKSHOP 49
Small Horse SOCIAL 50 Stag and Hounds 51 Trinity 52
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HIGHLIGHTS 1. JIMMY CAUTY: THE ADP RIOT TOUR 2016
Come witness a post-riot landscape in miniature by acclaimed artist Jimmy Cauty. Following The ADP’s critically-acclaimed appearance at Banksy’s Dismaland last summer, the installation has taken to the road and will be coming to Bristol’s Trinity Centre this May. A truly thought provoking masterpiece. 29th Apr – 8th May // 10am – 7pm // Free // Trinity Centre
2. MOUNT NAKARA & BINBAG WIDOM + ADSKI
It’s time for a huge party at the Wolf Den again and there’s no better place to be this bank holiday Sunday. Come down and join the Wolfs crew for some brilliant live music from Mount Nakara and Binbag Wisdom, plus a banging DJ set from resident DJs, Adksi. 1st May // 9pm – Late // £3 - £4 // Mr. Wolf’s
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7. LOVE OF DUB PRESENTS: HOLLIE COOK + SUPPORT
Celebrating the diversity and culture of Bristol - a city born from cultural exchange of ideas and inspiration from Caribbean culture. As Well as a search to find the best jerk recipe in the south-west, expect a charity raffle and fun and games for the whole family. 1st May // 12pm – 8pm // Free // Lakota
Come down and join no.51 this bank holiday Sunday for awesome live music from Dr Zebo’s Wheezy Club. This goodtime band will get your feet stomping, perfect for a long weekend. Followed by one of our resident DJs, it’s a bank holiday event you won’t want to miss. 1st May // 9pm-late // £2 - £3 // No.51 Stokes Croft
5. NNTS: BAD BREEDING + GHOST OF THE AVALANCHE + LICE & RICKYFITTS
Described as one of the best punk bands in Britain ‘using guitar/bass/ drums/vox’, Bad Breeding have already built up quite the reputation. Their riffs are scathing, their vocals distorted, and live they’re an incendiary force. Support from Ghost of the Avalanche and Lice & Rickyfitts. 6th May // 7pm – Late // £6+bf // The Crofters Rights
As one of the South’s most exciting reggae acts, Brighton-based collective Samsara create an open minded and fresh take on the roots tradition, as their music pays tribute to the original innovators of the genre while refusing to be bound by any stylistic conventions. 6th May // 9pm – Late // £3 // Golden Lion
A special, fundraising event and intimate concert from Hollie Cook, Solo Banton, YT and more. All proceeds to go to The Matthew Tree Project and Full Reach Children’s Projects. 6th May // 10pm – Late // £16.50 adv // Trinity Centre
8. CATCH 22
Frank Colzie and guests bring nothing but straight up House music for their monthly night. Half price entry before 1am, with promo code ‘Catch 22’. 7th May // 12am – 6am // £6 before 1am/ £7 after // Dojo
9. DEPARTMENT S CLUB: THE MOONS ACOUSTIC SET
Department S Club are pleased to announce a rare opportunity to catch Andy Croftts and Chris Watson from The Moons, performing a stripped back set of acoustic songs. 7th May // 9pm – 3am // £5 // The Lanes
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17. PLU FEAT BRIAN NOT BRIAN
Deadpunk Promotions presents the all-day event followers have been waiting for. 30 acts, 3 stages, 1 day. Featuring a heavyweight line up, including, Joe Tilston & Luke Yates, Mike Natoli, Murray Macleod, Colour Me Wednesday, Personal Best and many more. 7th May // 11am – Late // £20 adv // Stag & Hounds + Exchange
Art for Africa has become an annual Bristol event run by the charity Temwa – an auction with a difference. Now part of the Bristol Food Connections Fringe Festival, Art for Africa will be exhibiting over 70 pieces of artwork under the hammer, from classical oil painting to stencilled skate decks. 7th May // 6:30pm – Late // £3 after 9:30pm The Full Moon, Attic Bar
12. ONRA – LIVE
With an eclectic collection of samples and an ear for international sounds, Parisian producer and beat maker Onra will perform a live show following the release of his fifth solo album Fundamentals, where he returns back to the fundamentals that mean the most: rap and R&B. 7th May // 7:30pm – Late // £15 inc bf / The Lantern
Born and raised in southern Louisiana, Brother Dege’s swampedelic, track Too Old to Die Young appeared on the Django Unchained soundtrack. Join them as they make an appearance in Bristol to showcase their “psyouthern rock” sound. 10th May // 9pm – 11.30pm // Free // The Gallimaufry
Swedish death-metallers Marduk headline The Fleece this spring. Formed in 1990, the band released their debut album in 1992 and have since gone on to release thirteen studio albums, including 2015’s Frontschwien. Support comes from the equally pummelling Immolation, Origin and Bio-Cancer. 11th May // 7:30pm – Late // £18 adv // The Fleece
15. PETE DOHERTY
Following a European tour of sell out shows with The Libertines, multi-talented musician, songwriter, and artist Pete Doherty is embarking on just a handful of shows in the UK for his EUDAIMONIA TOUR. 11th May // 7pm – 11pm // £25 adv // O2 Academy
Resident midweek party Musu play host to an absolute key figure in the London dance scene. Dan Beaumont a DJ, producer, radio host and owner of Dalston Superstore, Dance Tunnel and Voodoo Ray’s will be playing an extended set. 12th May // 10pm – 3am // £3 // Love Inn
The Love Inn’s favourite Bristol party is back once again. PLU’s sterling parties based around an ethos of inclusion and fun have been steadily building an amazing reputation. Joined by the outstanding Brian not Brian. 13th May // 10pm – 3am // £3 // Love Inn
18. STEAK NUMBER EIGHT + SUPPORT
A crazy line up of noise, punk and heavy from the UK and Europe with post-metal/sludge metal and Belgium based headliners Steak Number Eight. Including support from Memory of Elephants, Bristol based grunge band Rickyfitts and Frauds. 13th May // 7:30pm – Late // Free // Stag & Hounds
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HIGHLIGHTS 19. THE ALLERGIES ALBUM LAUNCH PARTY + ANDY COOPER (UGLY DUCKLING)
For one night only in Bristol, Andy Cooper from the legendary golden era Hip Hop crew Ugly Duckling, will be joining The Allergies to help them celebrate the release of their debut album ‘As We Do Our Thing. Plus Andy Cooper solo set and support from DJ Cheeba. 13th May // 8:30pm – 2am // £3 after 9:30pm The Full Moon, Attic Bar
20. PENG: BOB JONES + CELESTINE + MORE
The first Peng Record monthly features some serious talent from the UK’s soul music scene – Dr Bob Jones. Plus support from Andy Compton, Celestine and more. Expect to hear soul, funk, afro, disco and more. 13th May // 9pm – Late // £5 adv // The Lanes
21. LAST RESORT
One of the UK’s greatest free pop-punk, rock and emo nights return to Bristol’s Exchange this May and you and your friends are invited. Expect hours of alternative bangers, ranging from Brand New, Distillers, Sum 41 and more, plus some great drink offers. 14th May // 10:30pm – Late // Free // Exchange
22. NO.51 DOES RAVE ON AVON
No.51 are delighted to be part of this year’s Rave On Avon: Mixtape Sessions. With live music starting in their lovely garden from Luke Marshall Black, Zoe Newton, Beth & Chloe, Stay Hungry, and a headline set from Offbeat. Plus a banging DJ set from resident DJ Chow. 14th May // 5.00pm – Late // No.51 Stokes Croft
23. TALKING PASSIONS PRESENTS: THE SKIPCHEN FUNDRAISER
Join Bristol based interview series Talking Passions as they present a night of music to help raise awareness and money for the nonprofit food waste recycling organisation - The Bristol Skipchen. Including fantastic live music and DJs on the night, as well as a raffle and many more surprises. 19th May // 9pm – Late // £3 - £4 // Mr. Wolf’s
24. ROUGH DRAFT 2ND BIRTHDAY
Rough Draft has made it to the tender age of 2. To celebrate and for your dancing pleasure, Cosies bring you the mystical and wonderful Scientific Dreamz of U (Tabernacle Records) 3 hour set. 20th May // 10pm – Late // £5adv // Cosies
25. UNDERCOVER HIPPY + MAMA CABASA
Billy Rowan, (aka The Undercover Hippy), is definitely not your average singer songwriter. His music brings together acoustic guitar, soulful vocals, infectious reggae rhythms, and the lyrical delivery of a skilled MC. Support from Bristol based funk outfit Mama Cabasa. 20th May // 9pm – Late // £4 // Golden Lion
26. WIDE EYES: BLONDE + MJ COLE + BILON & CONDUCTA
Modern-day Bristol born house duo Blonde return to Lakota this May. With a career that has seen them play across the world, reach some of the UK’s biggest festivals and a recently released collaboration with Craig David, we can’t wait to see what the boys have got in store for us. May 20th // 10pm – 6am // £8 - £15 adv // Lakota
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Get ready for a massive concussion of rock and roll with The Dandy Warhols as the band unleash their brand new album Distortland and play live in the UK. 20th May 2016 / 6.30pm – 10pm / £17 adv / O2 Academy
28. THE ICICLE WORKS + SPECIAL GUESTS
Formed in 1980, Icicle Works unique blend of stadium-filling guitarwizardry and primal, chest-beating rhythms helped shape them into an era-defining band in the scene. Make sure you catch these alt-rock mainstays at The Fleece this month. 20th May // 7:30pm – Late // £17.50 adv // The Fleece
29. BRISTOL PSYCH FEST 3
For the third instalment of the annual event, Bristol Psych Fest will be taking over The Crofters Rights for a day of music and madness. Prepare for music from Asteroid Deluxe, Go!Zilla, The Evil Usses and more. Plus Stolen Body Records vinyl stand for all your music needs. 21st May // 2pm – 3am // Free // The Crofters Rights
30. BLACK LIPS
Garage-flavoured punk rock with a messed-up and bluesy undertow, the Black Lips developed a reputation as one of Atlanta’s wildest bands. Although recent shows suggest they’ve polished up their live act, there is still the sense that the wheels could come off at their gigs at any time. 22th May // 7:30pm // £16.13 inc bf // The Lantern
31. WENDY JAMES (TRANSVISION VAMP) + RITA LYNCH BAND
Cited by Miley Cyrus and Patti Smith as an uncompromising artist, songwriter and musician, NYC-based Wendy James has achieved what few can or have: longevity and a forward motion trajectory in New Wave Garage Rock. 26th May // 7:30pm – Late // £17.50 adv // The Fleece
32. UNSANE + SOFY MAJOR
Bristol’s Exchange will be the home of punk rock this May as they welcome to the stage iconic NYC based hardcore punk and noise rock defining band - Unsane. Featuring support from hardcore metal band Sofy Major. 27th May // 7:30pm – Late // £12 adv // Exchange
33. LOVES SAVES THE DAY AFTERPARTY
The Love Inn be finishing off the Saturday Love Saves the Day celebrations in style. Teak will playing with one of the finest jocks going; rush hour boss Antal. After giving a memorable set at Teak’s birthday event, Love Inn promise you’re in store for a treat. 28th May // 10pm – 3am // £3 // Love Inn
34. EDDIE MARTIN’S BLUES CLUB
“The most remarkable blues man of his generation” according to Blues in Britain, joins us for a new Wednesday residency. Expect a different line-up each week with plenty of very special guests. Wednesdays // 9pm – 11.30pm // Free // The Gallimaufry
35. GREEN GUAVA JELLY
Fancy yourself a change of pace and want to enjoy the mellow sounds of Calypso, Ska, Rocksteady and everything in between? Head on down to Mothers Ruin and check out GGJ’s warm sounds. Every Thursday // 9pm – Late // Free // Mothers Ruin
36. FOUR TO THE FLOOR
Bristol Love’s weekly slot accommodates the widest variety of guest DJs, showcasing the plethora of talented artists that inhabit the city and more. Every Friday // 12am – 6am // £6 before 1am/£7 after // Dojo
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competition
Win VIP tickets to Bristol Summer Series: The Last Shadow Puppets competition
Bristol Summer Series returns to Bristol’s Harbourside from 22-25 June, featuring performances from James Bay, Sigur Rós, The Last Shadow Puppets and Catfish and the Bottlemen, who will all be performing open air concerts in the amazing Lloyds Amphitheatre Space.
We’ve bagged a pair of VIP tickets to give away to The Last Shadow Puppets on Friday 24 June, including a three course meal, free drinks and access to the VIP bar and hospitality area. The Last Shadow Puppets is the super-pairing of Arctic Monkeys frontman, Alex Turner and The Rascals’ Miles Kane. The pair scored their second UK number one album last month with the release of Everything You’ve Come to Expect. For more info visit bristolsummerseries.com. Each VIP ticket includes: • 3 course meal at Bordeaux Quay with 2 house drinks and tea/coffee • VIP Admission • Access to VIP bar and Hospitality Area • 3 x drink tokens To enter: visit us on facebook.com/nitelifebristol and post: ‘Bristol Summer Series’ to our wall. Enter by 31 May. Winner will be selected by prize draw and notified via facebook.
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INTERVIEW // LOCAL TALENT
MEADOWLARK
Local alt-pop duo Meadowlark have had an incredible run since forming four years ago, after old friends Kate McGill and Dan Broadley met up for a jam.
Nitelife met up with the pair in Bristol to grab some mugshots and talk about Meadowlark’s rapid ascension…
At the time, Kate was an internet superstar who was known mainly for her covers of other artists’ songs on YouTube, especially her stripped-back version of Adele’s Someone Like You. Kate had racked up over 30 million views on her channel, making her the 13th most subscribed-to musician on YouTube.
Kate, you found fame on YouTube in your teens performing cover songs before packing it in to make a name as an original artist. Four years on, do you think you made the right decision? 100%. I’m a big believer in following your gut instinct it’s only ever made me happier. Dan and I get on so well and we love writing music together. I feel inspired and motivated all the time in Meadowlark - I didn’t feel like that at all as a solo artist. Plus, it’s so much more fun when you’re travelling around with your friend!
But wanting to pursue a music career based on her own material, Kate publicly said goodbye to her YouTube fans and ended her five-year stint as a covers star. At the same time, Dan had grown tired of playing in the rock band he was in and was also looking for a new project. Kate reached out to him and within a week they were writing music together as Meadowlark. They’ve just released their third EP Paraffin on Believe Records and have been announced at multi-venue festival Dot-to-Dot in Bristol this month.
How did you and Dan come together to form Meadowlark? Dan came up to Bristol to see a The Tallest Man on Earth gig and popped around mine beforehand to catch up. We were chatting about music and I mentioned that I was looking to get out of the solo stuff and into a more collaborative project. He was in a rock band at the time and had had enough of that scene. I text him that night
asking if he wanted to jam and we started writing music a week later. Can you tell us about your subscription service, Kate’s Mysterious Monthly Musical Parcels? I wanted to find a way to keep sharing my music and thoughts with the people who supported me after I’d finished with YouTube. I’m writing songs all the time, so I figured it’d be easier to send these songs in a mailing list to the select few who wanted to follow and support my career. People can be so generous - and it helps me so much financially. I feel very lucky! You’ve said your new title track from Paraffin was written about your ex-boyfriend who went travelling for 6 months. Are all of your songs about such personal experiences? Our songs vary quite a bit when it comes to meanings. We always write about things that have had a significant effect on us. Whether that’s music or stories in the news, ultimately, we want to connect with people. So it makes sense for us to write about the things that have connected with us.
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Paraffin is hugely different to your first EP and has almost entirely lost that ‘folksy’ label you were often given starting out. Is this a deliberate shift or has it happened naturally? Very naturally. We actually started out more in the realm of where we are now, but ended up pursuing the folky route because the songs really did lend themselves to that genre. I think bands can restrict themselves too much with the boundaries of genre, but we always strive to never limit ourselves like that. We just write and pursue the genre that the song decides it wants to be.
and you really feel encouraged just by living in and amongst it!
that surrounds our music. It’s something we enjoy and something we will always have some kind of hand in.
What’s been your most memorable gig as Meadowlark? This is a hard question; we’ve done so many that we’ve loved for different reasons. I think it would have to be Glastonbury though, it was such a surreal experience to be on stage and say to the audience, “Hello Glastonbury”. We also got the opportunity thanks to the local guys at BBC Introducing Bristol, so there was a real sense of city pride rolled into it.
How did you feel about being asked to play Dot-to-Dot festival? Really excited. It’s such a prestigious festival and the line up looks incredible this year. It’s one of those festivals that you can’t wait to tell everyone you’re playing.
How would you describe your sound today? Melancholy alt-pop is what we seem to get a lot and we are happy to go with it. I wish we could have ‘decide for yourself’ as our genre.
You’ve been pretty busy, with two EP releases in just over a year – is there an album on the way? An album is definitely on the cards. We’ve written and recorded a full length album’s worth of songs and will be releasing it bit by bit as the year goes on.
Has being in a city like Bristol – with such an important musical heritage and strong musical output - influenced your music? Bristol has influenced to no end. There’s a lot of scrutiny when you pursue art as a career in any sense but Bristol is art - the city is full of character and colour
You’ve been pretty involved in every element of most of your music videos. Why do you like to keep creative control over these? Coming from a very DIY background it feels natural to be involved in all elements of the creative process
For those with Dot-to-Dot tickets, why should they stop in and check out your set? We are working really hard at the moment to bring some really interesting elements into our live set up to create a more immersive audio and visual experience for the audience. We can’t wait to show everyone at Dot-to-Dot!
Interview by Rachel Morris Photography by Dominika Scheibinger Meadowlark @ Dot-to-Dot festival, 28 May soundcloud.com/meadowlarkofficial
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LOVE SAVES THE DAY, 28-29 MAY RONI SIZE & KRUST
Kicking off the festival season, Love Saves the Day returns to Eastville Park this month over the spring bank holiday weekend - and we can’t wait. Since launching in 2012 as a one-dayer, it’s quickly grown to become one of our favourite festivals, getting bigger and better year on year. As well as bringing in huge international acts like Dizzee Rascal, Stormzy, Katy B, The Martinez Brothers, and Shy FX; the born-and-bred Bristol festival continues to stick to its roots with a discernable leaning toward homegrown talent on the bill. Luckily, that’s easy to do well in Bristol with the huge pool of talent the city has on offer. Headlining the new and very welcome addition, the Arcadia Afterburner stage, are the legends themselves, originators of the much-loved ‘Bristol sound’, Roni Size and Krust with their newly resurrected Full Cycle Records. Roni and Krust surprised us all at the beginning of the year when they announced they would be working together
again after 12 years to bring the influential Full Cycle Records back from retirement. We had a chat with them both about the label’s ‘second coming’...
I think we’re at the beginning of what’s emerging next. “It’s an exciting time for music at the moment,” says Krust. “There’s lots of new artists coming through and music has become good again. I’d been in the studio experimenting anyway and when the opportunity came to do it again, I thought, why not? It felt like unfinished business as well. “Bristol has such a rich history of art, music and culture and we were fortunate to be part of that when it first came around. 20 years later and jungle is still a dominant force in the landscape. Every other artist is trying to get a jungle
beat now. Which is amazing when you think about all the other music that has come and gone. “I think we’re at the beginning of what’s emerging next. There is definitely something going on and people are doing new things. I’m amazed at the level of new music that has been sent in to us since we restarted Full Cycle.” The last time Nitelife spoke to Roni Size, exactly one year ago, we were sitting in his recording studio listening to a sneak preview of the forthcoming Reprazent album. But with the return of Full Cycle, the release has been put on hold, but Roni explains that it’s all for a very good reason. “Last year was a focus on Reprazent and it was such an overwhelming response. Along the way we met a lot of supporters who begged the question, would we bring back Full Cycle? “So there was a demand for that sound and we felt like there was space within the scene. The fans wanted it and it was a great way to rekindle friendships and work again with like-minded people. It’s the second coming!
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“The new Reprazent album is still a working progress. We’ve got the opportunity to make a really strong record and now all this music to sit around the perimeter – Full Cycle and Reprazent on the same bill! “The Reprazent album will definitely be out this year – we’re just polishing it off. And I think people enjoy that there is some substance to this, we’re playing the long game!” In March this year, Roni and Krust released their Formulate EP on the newly reformed Full Cycle – their first collaborative work in over a decade. And while we can expect more new music from the masters, they’re looking forward to introducing the next generation of Dies, Suvs and D Products... “It’s the new breed, so to speak,” says Roni. “We’re looking forward to working with younger people. We’ve had so many demos from so many people.” While they haven’t officially signed any new artists yet, Krust has suggested that there are a few they’ve got their eye on for the label. “We’ve been road testing in our Full
Cycle shows and there are definitely a couple of people we want to sit down with,” he says. Old fans of the label will be pleased to hear that they also plan on making the whole Full Cycle back catalogue, including unreleased tracks and remixes, available digitally. “There’s a big demand for it,” says Roni. “ We’re going to be releasing a few new tunes, with a remix of a tune from back in the day, for example.” Talking about their set at Love Saves the Day this month, where they’ll be joined on stage by original Full Cycle frontman, Dynamite MC; Krust and Roni both say they’re looking forward to bringing Full Cycle home. “Your hometown is where you want everyone to come see you and support you,” says Krust. “And to be on that bill – it’s a great look for us. We feel honoured to be on the line up.” “Playing at home is a big deal,” says Roni. “There’s people you know from days! But playing down at Motion or Stokes Croft is a big deal, the fact we are still doing it is a big deal.
“Last year, playing with Reprazent on the main stage at Love Saves the Day is a really good memory for me,” says Roni. “Being added to the line up last minute and having my mum sitting in the wings. She’s 79 on Sunday – you don’t mess around with that! She’s still here and still loving the music. “There’s a genuine resurrection going on here. We’re looking to reclaim those tents we once held the marquee for and invite other DJs to come participate in a Full Cycle party.” Don’t miss Roni and Krust at Love Saves Saturday, where they will play B2B a mix of old classics, unreleased studio cuts, originals re-mastered, plus some new music. We know we’ll be there!
Interview by Rachel Morris lovesavestheday.org 28-29 May, Eastville Park
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LOVE OF DUB PRESENTS: HOLLIE COOK, 6 MAY @ TRINITY CENTRE Bristol-based production team Love of Dub are recognised for bringing some of the finest dub and reggae to Bristol, including their particularly famous sell-out Valentine’s Day events, featuring the likes of Soom T, Dubkasm, and RSD to name a few. The Love of Dub team have set out to deliver another unforgettable event this May, with their fundraising night at Bristol’s Trinity Centre for local anti-poverty charity, Matthew Tree Project and Full Reach, a charity fundraising to set up a new children’s home in Bristol. To secure a sell-out fundraiser, Love of Dub have pulled together a heavyweight line-up, featuring reggae singer Hollie Cook and her go-to band General Roots, plus MCs YT and Solo Banton, alongside independent collective Roots Factory, London-based soundsystem Unit 137, with added Brazilian Maracatu drumming from Afon Sistema to top off the night. There will also be a ‘secret’ after party with special guests at an undisclosed location until 6am. Nitelife had a chat with headlining act Hollie Cook in the run up to the Love of Dub event, to talk about her musical upbringing, her experience working with punk rock girl group The Slits and how she became the reggae performer we know and love today. Hollie Cook is often recognised for her soft vocals in the sun-kissed single Milk and Honey, taken from her 2011 selftitled debut, along with the 2014 follow up album Twice, both produced by Prince Fatty. “I think I started singing in the womb! My parents said it was quite apparent from a young age I was going to get into music, because I sang an annoying amount when I was a kid. My interests always leaned towards music and performing in general, with ballet, drama and all the precocious kids’ stuff, but as I got older I began to take it all more seriously. “When I was in my teens I met a group of like-minded people at school and we started a band. I didn’t do too well at school, so as soon as I could leave, I did and continued making music and doing what I enjoyed.” With musical parents like the idolised Sex Pistols drummer Paul Cook and Culture Club backing singer Jeni Cook, it’s no wonder Hollie’s passion for music began at such a young age.
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“Music was just what I was surrounded by and what I have in common with the rest of the family. I think their high hopes of having a successful lawyer for a daughter were very much pushed to one side after a few years of getting to know me. “Going into music isn’t really a secure kind of ambition in the sense that it’s an uncertain type of work, but at least my family could totally relate to where I was coming from and supported me and offered decent advice, so I was very lucky for that.” Before becoming one of the UK’s current favourite reggae singers, Hollie was invited to become part of the legendary punk rock band The Slits, to embark on one of the most influential periods of her musical career so far. “I knew The Slits and frontwoman Ari Up from a very young age through my parents, and one time when I was about nineteen she showed up saying she was recording new Slits material. She wanted to have a bunch of young girls singing on this particular song, so she was calling up all of her friends trying to round up all of their daughters! She always had a very strong idea of what she wanted to do.” “So I literally came in to record my vocals not thinking anything of it, but Ari approached me after and said ‘oh you should come and sing with us when we play live’. I just thought she was being polite, but a year later I was going to their rehearsals. I didn’t really know what I was doing at the beginning, so I just completely went along with it. Next thing I know I was performing with them for the next four years or so.” “The whole thing was totally unexpected for both myself and my dad. I never really planned on ever being in a punk band, especially a band that were peers and long-time friends of my dad’s band back in the 70s.” After a four-year journey of touring with The Slits, it was the inspiration of working with such an empowering group of women and the tragic loss of frontwoman Ari Up that drove Hollie to pursue her solo career. “I had gained so much experience and confidence performing with The Slits. It was the ultimate learning curve being surrounded by really strong women. I was only nineteen when it all happened which is a really weird time to be a girl anyway, so it was very cool to be empowered and feel like I could do it on my own. “I had already started working on my own stuff as well as being in The Slits, but when Ari passed away, I felt there was nothing else I could’ve been able to do at that time. I would have lost my mind so I threw myself into an album and that sort of kept me occupied. I just had Ari in the back of my mind the whole time and that’s what powered me on.” Hollie landed on our radars as a solo performer in 2011, with her self-titled debut album featuring French producer Prince Fatty, who she has continued to collaborate with since.
“At the time, Fatty was working on his first album and he gave my friend a copy whilst it was still in the works. It was right around the time when I was looking for people to collaborate with so checked it out and I loved it. At that point most of his stuff was instrumentals, so I didn’t know what he was planning. “I got in touch with him and introduced myself saying that if he was on the lookout for any singers then I’d like to do some work with him, and he was really cool about it. He’d never heard me sing before but he was really welcoming and invited me down to his studio. I said I had this song lying around for a while called Milk and Honey, so we tried it and it worked out really nicely. After that we just carried on! “He lives in Brighton so I just kept going down to Brighton every now and again and recorded a load of songs and soon, without realising it, we had managed to get half an album’s worth of stuff together. It was quite nice the way it happened. We were doing it because we loved it and without any real plan, and then it turned into an album.” Since moving forward in her solo career, Hollie has encountered a huge number of exceptional experiences
as a performer, including opening for The Stone Roses for their 2012 comeback tour. “Opening for The Stone Roses a couple of years ago was like the biggest gig of the year in the world and it was just a bit mad. That was almost too weird for me to get my head around it at any point. “I always find everything is a big moment for me though. Stepping out on stage every time and there actually being people there is a big moment. Every time it happens I just think, wow.” With a promise of a new album on the horizon, Hollie Cook will kick off her summer tour of festivals starting with Bristol’s Love of Dub event this May.
Interview by Abi Lewis loveofdub.com soundcloud.com/holliecookie 6 May, Trinity Centre
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THE INFLUENCERS // BEHIND THE SCENCES WITH
JAMELL ACKFORD Jamell Ackford Age: 28 Job title: Events Coordinator at Trinity Centre
This month we catch up with events coordinator and sonic artist, Jamell Ackford who helps put together the eclectic music and events programme at the amazing Trinity Centre, who are celebrating 40 years of music this year.
afternoon with the sound and lighting crew loading in. If it’s a club night there’s more of a transformation of the hall, which is always exciting to see. Once the tour bus turns up I find a lot of the artists want to know about the history and who’s played in the past. I feel proud about the building and how far it’s come so I’m always happy to have a chat about it. The remainder of the run up to the show can be challenging, because as we are getting ready for a gig or club event, we still remain open as a community centre. You may get fans swinging by trying to get a glimpse of the band, as well as music students coming in to record in the studio upstairs. But I love the unpredictable nature of Trinity.
What does your role at Trinity Centre involve? I liaise with club and live gig promoters and coordinate general hires like meetings and conferences. I also deal with the tech side of things – if it’s a community event we will set up the PA and AV equipment. Plus, we have a small team that curate our in-house events, such as our annual Garden Party and Fireworks Night. I design a lot of the artwork for flyers and ads, create contacts on the club scene but also re-establish past connections with acts such as Smith and Mighty. How did you end up at Trinity Centre? I moved from London to Plymouth when I was young, then studied Fine Art at Plymouth College of Art before I came to Bristol. I did the usual experimenting with all mediums before I found sonic art. I loved creating installations with audio elements and moved on to performing my work for a short while. I liked to record everyday sounds, then splice these to create a track. While I was doing this I was working an unfulfilling job in a supermarket, but I got placed on the music and film section - I like to keep it all relevant, you know! Once my studies were completed I did the whole travelling experience and recorded sounds wherever I went. Once I came back, my twin brother and a few friends were moving to Bristol and that seemed to be the way forward. I love and miss the seaside life, but I needed more - more creativity and opportunity. I refused to do the same old jobs so signed on and started looking for creative work. It’s such a hard area to get into but one day I drove past this wicked looking building and wanted to know more. Trinity had a few 6-month contracts going with the Job Centre so I applied for the facilities role that was up for grabs. I ended up getting the events assistant role, made a groove for myself and now they can’t get rid of me! Can you describe a typical day at the office? One of my new colleagues describes our office as ‘creative chaos’ and I completely agree. There are endless ideas flowing, some are crazy and some are not, but most are ideas that can be worked upon to expand our programme of events. But a typical day is pretty much a load of emails, lots of music, throwing ideas around and setting up for events that are about to take place. How does a show night look for you? A show night looks quite relaxed at the start of the day. It’s usually almost too calm. We will most likely have theatre rehearsals in our upstairs space or an exhibition prepping for their opening show. Things usually start to take shape in the
Has there been a standout moment for you during your time at Trinity? BBC 6 Music Festival was great to be part of. I’m not usually affected or star struck by artists coming through the doors, but we had the mighty Saul Williams come and perform on the Saturday morning of the 6 Music Festival and I was blessed enough to meet and chat with him. When I was younger it was him who got me into reading - his spoken word work is out of this world. This man speaks so much power! The only other person that would make me star struck would be David Attenborough. What’s been your personal career highlight? My personal highlight is working on The Garden Party. Of course, this was going before I joined Trinity, but the event has grown and developed each year. Last year was the biggest yet - we booked the big bad Ishan Sound ft Ossia and Rider Shafique was headlining. We saw over 5000 people through our gates and this year’s is set to be even bigger. What’s the best thing about your job? My favourite thing about my job is that I have the freedom to create. We are a multi-use venue and have a team of talented individuals that take on and greet opportunities that come our way. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? I hope to be putting together more in-house events and expanding on the reputation Trinity has built up over the years. Home and work life can be so busy, so I’m just excited about what we are currently working on. What have you got coming up at Trinity that you’re most excited about? The Garden Party, coming up on the 8th of May, with a great line up of local artists like Lionpulse, Rattle, Yama Warashi, The Evil Usses, Bodywork DJs, Luui, Many Monika, plus theatre shows and an installation by Jimmy Cauty ‘The ADP Riot’, which was shown at Banksy’s Dismaland. And on the 30th of September we have a Trinity takeover, collaborating with the Bandulu Gang presenting Sureskank 10 Years Strong. I can’t tell you much yet but this will be a massive show.
What makes Trinity Centre special as a music venue? For me, Trinity is an amazing bit of history for the city. It’s our 40th year of music and that’s an amazing accomplishment for a venue. It’s a unique experience walking up to a big church, excited to see your favourite band or dance all night to your favourite selectas. All that energy is contained in one hall. We are very lucky to have had so many iconic artists pass though our doors, Gorillaz, Prodigy, Eek a Mouse, Massive Attack, Public Enemy and Duran Duran, and we continue to get these little gems every year. Soundsystem culture is a massive part of the heritage of the venue. Trinity was passed to the African-Caribbean Community Association in the 70s where many a dance took place. This culture is still thriving; I’m trying to think of a sound system that hasn’t passed through Trinity…
What advice would you have for anyone wanting to get into a similar role? Either be stubborn and just keep ploughing on until you get something you love doing, or just try and get some experience within events. Events and venues are plentiful in Bristol, which opens up more opportunities to get involved. I think volunteering is a great thing to do if you have some spare time. If you mix the passion you have with a little experience, then you’re on your way…
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Eva Lazarus
By The Rivers
Local reggae, drum and bass, and soul darling Eva Lazarus is quickly becoming one of the most recognisable faces on the Bristol music scene. We got to know Eva first as Dub Mafia’s effervescent front woman and then through collaborations with the likes of Stanton Warriors, Etherwood, Dub FX, Mr Woodnote, Danny Byrd, Jus now, Gotsome, Dr Syntax and Pete Cannon and Serocee. But now it’s her solo career that looks set to take off in a big way. She released her first mixtape ‘Konichi Wah Gwan’ last year, which showcases what she’s been up to collaboration-wise (listen free on her soundcloud page: soundcloud.com/ evalazarus, but her solo work is building traction too, with a debut solo EP in the works, featuring contributions from DJ Die, Show n Prove, Rymez and Brad Baloo (Nextmen). You can catch her this in Bristol twice this month with an acoustic set at The Full Moon and Attic Yard Party on 1 May, and at Attic Bar again on 21 May, before she heads off on the festival circuit, stopping in at Eden Festival, Glastonbury, Nozstock, Boom Bap, Truefest, Soundwave, Boomtown and Outlook. Upcoming gigs: Full Moon and Attic Bar Yard Party, 1 May / Attic Bar, 21 May
Pop, soul and reggae fusion band By The Rivers are set to drop their new 5-track EP this month. The 6-piece band from Leicester avoids the constraint of one genre, bringing to the table a distinctive sound wave of clean-cut rhythms and hypnotic horns. Their self-titled debut album and 2015’s highly anticipated follow-up single If They Don’t Know, have been the catalyst in the band’s growing success, providing airtime on BBC Radio 1 Xtra, 6 Music and recognition from BBC Introducing. Extensive touring across the UK and Europe has allowed the band the chance to support greats names, including The Wailers, Jamie Cullum, Michael Kiwanuka, The Specials, Madness and Fun Lovin Criminals. They are a band known for their electrifying live shows; being hailed “One of the best live acts in the UK” by BBC Introducing’s Dean Jackson. Festivals including Glastonbury, Bestival, Shambala and Boomtown have been the setting for such performances, earning them a place among Foals, Jessie Ware and others as one of the ‘Top 5 Future Rising Stars’ to be seen on Glastonbury Festival’s Pyramid Stage, as chosen by the BBC. Upcoming gigs: Thekla, 27 May
THOSE QUESTIONS...
THOSE QUESTIONS...
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1. What have you learned today? It is not lucky when a bird poops on you - it’s gross, upsetting and for a some reason, a little bit funny, but mainly the first two things. 2. Favourite track of all time? Arghhhhh whyyyyyy are you asking me that like that’s an easy thing to answer? God, I don’t know! Something by a Lauryn Hill or Erykah Badu, but don’t make me choose one track, it’s giving me heart palpitations. 3. It’s 3am and the party is winding down, what track do you play to get everyone going again? Charly Black & J Capri - Whine & Kotch (if it hasn’t been played and pulled up 1000 times already). 4. Who are your top 3 acts right now? Hiatus Kaiyote , Anderson Paak and Kiko Bun. 5. If you couldn’t work in music, what would you be doing instead? I’d still be doing something creative - I love making clothes and drawing. If not that, maybe working in PR or marketing for a creative industry. Something I could be passionate about.
6. What was the last book you read? Not that Kind of Girl by Lena Dunham 7. Favourite thing on TV? I just binge watched the new season of Trailer Park Boys. I’m alternating between Ru Paul’s Drag Race, Girls, and Broad City at the moment. Oooh, Game of Thrones is on soon! Yusssssss! 8. Are you afraid of anything? The dust that comes off of moths.... What is it? Pretty sure it’s made of poison. 9. Tell us something people don’t know about you... Once a friend of mine told me that he thought haloumi tasted like a used prophylactic and it kinda ruined my experience of that particular cheese. 10. What are you doing tomorrow? Playing guitar, writing and recording new music at home. Oh and cutting out a dress from a pattern I bought the other day, I got some amazing fabric from Brixton market and I want to wear something new for my gig on Saturday!
1. What have you learned today? Axl Rose is gonna be the new singer for AC/DC… Interesting. 2. Favourite track of all time? Far too hard to say... Although the recent passing of the legend that is David Bowie made me realise just how much of an influence he had on my life both musically and generally. Hunky Dory was one of the first records I bought. So on that note, definitely as one of my favourites, I’m going to say Life On Mars? The strings get me every time. 3. It’s 3am and the party is winding down, what track do you play to get everyone going again? Hank Ballard - From The Love Side. So funky! If that don’t get people up, I don’t know what will! 4. Who are your top 3 acts right now? Well I can say what I’m listening to currently: I was introduced to a band called Khruangbin the other day, and have been listening to their album The Universe Smiles Upon You a lot lately. Really nice chilled vibes. Also, Akua Naru - The World Is Listening, and Michael Kiwanuka - ‘I’m a Black Man In a White World’… Big fan of his music.
5. If you couldn’t work in music, what would you be doing instead? I think I would go into art. I’ve always loved to do it, but don’t really have as much time for it anymore. It’s another expressional outlet! I actually created the artwork for our soon to be out What You See EP, and had a lot of fun doing it! 6. What was the last book you read? The last book I read was 1984 by George Orwell, bit of a classic isn’t it? Scarily accurate too! 7. Favourite thing on TV? I actually don’t watch TV, so couldn’t really give an answer on this. Actually, only ever when there’s a Leicester City football game on. We’re top of the league, y’know! 8. Are you afraid of anything? I can’t handle small spaces and I’m not massively keen on spiders, but I’m working on that one! 9. Tell us something people don’t know about you... I find it very hard to go a day without eating humous…. It’s an addiction! 10.) What are you doing tomorrow? Drinking lots of coffee, running, teaching a guitar lesson and rehearsing getting ready for our What You See May tour. Bring it on!
soundcloud.com/evalazarus // @EvaLazarus // FB: Eva Lazarus
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51 stokes croft
30 // VENUES
51 Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3QP | Twitter - Coming soon | facebook.com/51stokescroft | 01179 148 048 | 51stokescroft.com
A vibrant and welcoming venue with traditional and historic roots, being one of the oldest Public Houses in Stokes Croft. Our space is versatile and creative, blending homemade, locally sourced food with livemusic, art and late night party DJs. Our beautiful garden offers a sunny sanctuary amongst the hustle and bustle of Stokes Croft.
DR ZEBO’S WHEEZY CLUB
Come down and join no.51 this bank holiday Sunday for awesome live music from Dr Zebo’s Wheezy Club. This goodtime band will get your feet stomping, perfect for a long weekend, followed by resident DJs.
1st May // 9pm - Late // £2 - £3
NO.51 DOES RAVE ON AVON
No.51 are delighted to be part of this year’s Rave On Avon: Mixtape Sessions. With live music starting in their lovely garden and a headline set from Offbeat. Plus a set from resident DJ Chow.
14th May // 5pm – Late
02 academy
VENUES // 31
Frogmore Street, Bristol, BS1 5NA | @o2academybris | facebook.com/o2academybristol | 0905 5020 3999 | o2academybristol.co.uk
The o2 Academy is one of Bristol’s busiest music venues playing host to major touring acts as well as up and coming artists. We’ve established ourselves as one of the best venues to catch your favourite bands in the Southwest. We’re also home to Ramshackle - Bristol’s Notorious Weekly Rave: A fine selection of all thats good in music mixed by Patrick Nazemi, Chezney & Guests.
INNOVATION BRISTOL
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Innovation returns to Bristol once again, representing the real sound of drum ’n’ bass at one of the city’s finest venues.
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14th May 2016 // 10.00pm - 5.00am // £12.50 adv Sun 1st May • From £10 adv
Fri 3rd Jun • RESCHEDULED DATE
Sun 4th Sep • £20 adv
10pm-5am • over 18s only
Original tickets still valid
Empathy present: John Digweed Nick Warren
The Enemy
Nelly
Fri 7th Oct • £27 adv
Tue 7th Jun • £32.50 adv
The Mission
Steve Vai
Sat 8th Oct • £17.50 adv
Fri 10th Jun • £16.50 adv
White Denim
Tarrus Riley & The Blak Soil Band
Sham 69
Sun 16th Oct • £22 adv
+ Assassin AKA Agent Sasco
Sat 18th Jun • From £20 adv
Thu 5th May • SOLD OUT
10pm-3am • over 18s only
Rend Collective
Alkaline
+ Copy Paste Soul + more
Mon 2nd May • From £22 adv
+ Urban Rescue
Wed 11th May • £25 adv
Pete Doherty
+ Angelic Upstarts
Wed 22nd Jun • £17.99 adv
Santigold
Chas & Dave Thu 20th Oct • £11 adv
Jeremy Loops Fri 21st Oct • £20 adv
The Undertones 40th Anniversary Tour
Mon 27th Jun • £27.50
Fri 28th Oct • £22.50 adv
Brandy
Buzzcocks
Tue 28th Jun • SOLD OUT
40th Anniversary Tour
10pm-5am • over 18s only
Grimes
Sun 6th Nov • £16.50 adv
Innovation
Wed 20th Jul • £20 adv
Y&T
Wed 18th May • £15 adv
Belly
Tue 8th Nov • £15 adv
The Heavy
Fri 26th Aug • £5 adv
Sleaford Mods
Beyond Recall
Wed 9th Nov • £16.50 adv
Tue 30th Aug • £10 adv
Bear’s Den
Sticky Fingers
Thu 24th Nov • £25 adv
+ Will and The People
The Levellers
Magnum
Fri 2nd Sep • £11 adv
Fri 2nd Dec • £20 adv
+ Vaga
Guns 2 Roses
Alabama 3
Fri 13th May • £26 adv
Gov’t Mule Sat 14th May • From £12.50adv
+ The Family Rain + Bite The Buffalo
Fri 20th May • £17 adv
The Dandy Warhols + Happiness
Sun 29th May • £22.50 adv
O2 Academy Bristol Frogmore Street, Bristol BS1 5NA • Doors 7pm unless stated Venue box office opening hours: Mon - Sat 12pm - 4pm • No booking fee on cash transactions
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May • 2016
THE HEAVY
Righteous soul-rock rebels The Heavy return with their fourth studio album, Hurt & the Merciless. Funk-ridden, riffy and hair-raisingly emotive, their music is a testament to the joy of rock ‘n’ roll.
18th May 2016 // 7.00pm - 11.00pm // £15 adv
anson rooms
32 // VENUES
Bristol SU, Richmond Building, 105 Queens Road, Bristol, BS8 1LN | @AnsonRooms | facebook.com/ansonrooms | 0117 331 8663 | bristolsu.org.uk/ansonrooms
Housed within the University of Bristol Students’ Union building, the Anson Rooms has played a big part in Bristol’s arts and music programme since the 1960s, hosting internationally renowned acts including David Bowie, Radiohead and Amy Winehouse. With major improvements to the stage, bar area and backstage facilities, the improved venue is amongst the best in the region.
TELEVISION
Television were one of the most innovative bands to emerge from New York’s underground scene of the mid-70’s, creating an influential new guitar vocabulary. Enjoy their vast discography and new material at Anson Rooms this June.
Anson Rooms
6th June // 7pm – 11:30pm // £22.50 adv
television 6 june
poliÇA 18 october For tickets for these gigs and more visit
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KAMASI WASHINGTON
Ground breaking jazz saxophonist Kamasi Washington comes to the Anson Rooms as part of The Epic Tour. You will not want to miss this mesmerising show.
30th May // 7pm – Late // £15.50 adv
cosies XX
VENUES // 33
34 Portland Square, Bristol, BS2 8RG | @CosiesBristol | facebook.com/cosies.bristol | 01179 424 110 | cosies.co.uk
Low expense, no pretence still supplying the alternative, cheap booze, church pews, all set to music from the hippest cats and kittens. There’s no shortage of top DJ’s playing at this legendary little venue. Music wise the remit is mainly Reggae and Hip Hop, Bristol Bass and Funky Stuff with a friendly party vibe for all ages.
RUFFNECK DISCOTEK MEET TUN UP
Titus 12, Dub Boy & Tenja, Atki2 and Stylatron descend upon Cosies for a night of Dancehall and Soca riddims.
7th May // 10pm – Late // £3
ROUGH DRAFT 2ND BIRTHDAY
Rough Draft has made it to the tender age of 2. To celebrate and for your dancing pleasure, we bring you the mystical and wonderful Scientific Dreamz of U (Tabernacle Records) 3 hour set.
20th May // 10pm – Late // £5 adv
crofters XX rights
34 // VENUES
117-119 Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3RW | @Crofters_Rights | Facebook.com/croftersrights | 0117 2310079 | croftersrights.co.uk
Situated in the heart of Stokes Croft, Crofters Rights brings you fine craft beer, exciting street food and a big versatile arts space for the local community. Passionate about beer, we are dedicated to seeking out the finest beers the UK craft beer scene has to offer. Our carefully selected list includes some lovely local beers from Bristol as well as some interesting international beers.
NNTS: BAD BREEDING + GHOST OF THE AVALANCHE Described as one of the best punk bands in Britain ‘using guitar/bass/ drums/vox’, Bad Breeding have already built up quite the reputation. Their riffs are scathing, their vocals distorted, and live they’re an incendiary force.
6th May // 7pm – Late // £6+bf
May 2016
1st Traces Of Acres / Salvation Bill / Water Pageant 2nd Joker + Sh?m EP Launch
14th Rave On Avon: Programmed by B.A.M.P 15th Basque Music 16th Her / New Carnival / Owen Rabbit
4th Agata EP Launch
18th Verbal Remedies
5th Let Me Tell You A Story Jack
20th Superfly
6th NNTs: Bad Breeding plus Ghost of the Avalanche + Lice & Rickyfitts Bodywork DJs 7th Henry Jones / Sweet Tooth / Josh Mac
21st Bristol Psych Fest 3 22nd Double Experience / Kikamora / Spark The Sail / Pretty Little Enemy
Throwback Radio
24tb Lucy Clements
8th Farebrother / YOUTH / I Am Of The Universe 10th The First Collaboration EP Launch 11th House Cat: Hannah Collins / Tom Forbes / Beverley Shrills / Being Human 12th Collective: Doc Scott / Break / Mystic State / Ill Truth 13th Fat Hat: Jimmy Ringus / Hot Knife Club
25th Sound Cupboard 26th Imagine That: White Parker / Karma Repair Kit / Rauschenberg 27th Daggers & Waves + Support 28th Rumpf 29th Hattie Briggs + Jack Cookson
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BRISTOL PSYCH FEST 3
For the third instalment of the annual event, Bristol Psych Fest will be taking over The Crofters Rights for a day of music and madness. Get ready for music from Asteroid Deluxe, Go!Zilla and more.
21st May // 2pm – 3am // Free Entry
dojo XX
VENUES // 35
12-16 Park Row, Bristol, BS1 5LJ | @DojosBristol | facebook.com/dojo.bristol | 01179 251 177 | dojolounge.co.uk
Dojo has become one of Bristol’s leading venues for underground electronic music. This intimate venues see’s international DJ’s play to one of the best crowds in the city. A good sound system, dancefloor and beautiful outdoor terrace makes this the perfect small venue. Last entry is now 2am for non members and 4am for members.
CATCH 22
Frank Colzie and guests bring nothing but straight up House music for their monthly night. Half price entry before 1am, with promo code ‘Catch 22’.
7th May // 12am – 6am // £6 before 1am/ £7 after
FOUR TO THE FLOOR
Bristol Love’s weekly slot accommodates the widest variety of guest DJs, showcasing the plethora of talented artists that inhabit the city and more.
Every Friday // 12am – 6am £6 before 1am/£7 after
exchange XX
36 // VENUES
72 - 73 Old Market, Bristol, BS2 0EJ | @exchangebristol | facebook.com/exchangebristol | 0117 930 4538 | exchangebristol.com
Exchange plays host to both gigs most nights of the week with Club Nights most weekends. Having opened in September 2012, Exchange has already hosted performances from a varied array of internally revered artists including The 1975, Four Tet, (the) Melvins, Jungle, Diplo, Haim and Sick Of It All to name but a few.
LAST RESORT
One of the UK’s greatest free pop-punk, rock and emo nights return to Bristol’s Exchange this May and you and your friends are invited. Expect hours of alternative bangers, plus a range of great drink offers.
14th May // 10:30pm – Late // Free Entry
UNSANE + SOFY MAJOR
Bristol’s Exchange will be the home of punk rock this May as they welcome to the stage iconic NYC based hardcore punk and noise rock defining band - Unsane. Plus support from Sofy Major.
27th May // 7:30pm – Late // £12 adv
the fleece XX
VENUES // 37
12 St. Thomas Street, Bristol, BS1 6JJ | @FleeceBristol | facebook.com/fleecebristol | 0117 945 0996 | thefleece.co.uk
Legendary live music venue previously hosting the likes of Oasis, The Strokes, Goldfrapp and Bloc Party. Live music 7 nights a week and new club nights coming soon The Fleece is a must for music lovers and students. The in-house promotions team are also responsible for promoting many gigs across the city in other venues so follow us on Twitter and Facebook to receive updates on our upcoming gigs
THE ICICLE WORKS + SPECIAL GUESTS
Formed in 1980, Icicle Works unique blend of stadium-filling guitarwizardry and primal, chest-beating rhythms helped shape them into an era-defining band in the scene. Make sure you catch these alt-rock mainstays at The Fleece this month.
20th May // 7:30pm – Late // £17.50 adv
HAKEN + SPECIAL PROVIDENCE + ARKENTYPE
London prog giants Haken launch their AffiniTour v1.0 in Bristol and set to hit twelve other European countries in support of their latest album Affinity. Joined by special guests Special Providence and Arkentype.
25th May // 7:30pm – Late // £15 adv
THE FULL MOON XX / ATTIC BAR
38 // VENUES
1 North Street, Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3PR | Twitter - Coming soon | facebook.com/pages/The-Full-Moon-and-Attic-Bar | 01179 245 007 | fmbristol.co.uk
The Full moon pub, Attic bar, with its Moonshine bar and Shisha bar are all the on the same grounds. This really is a hub for all nightime activities from events, parties, drink and food. To add to this there is also a backpackers hotel which adds an international vibe to a great night out. What more could you ask for?
ART FOR AFRICA
Art for Africa has become an annual Bristol event run by the charity Temwa – an auction with a difference. Exhibiting over 70 pieces of artwork under the hammer, from classical oil painting to stencilled skate decks.
7th May // 6:30pm – Late // £3 after 9:30pm
THE ALLERGIES ALBUM LAUNCH PARTY + ANDY COOPER (UGLY DUCKLING) For one night only in Bristol, Andy Cooper from the legendary Hip Hop crew Ugly Duckling, will be joining The Allergies to help them celebrate the release of their debut album As We Do Our Thing.
13th May // 8:30pm – 2am // £3 after 9:30pm
the gallimaufry XX
VENUES // 39
26-28 The Promenade, Gloucester Road, BS7 8AL | @thegallibristol | facebook.com/TheGallimaufryBristol | 01179 42 7 319 | thegallimaufry.co.uk
An independent bar, restaurant and music venue on the Gloucester Rd. A relaxed coffee shop vibe in the day, ‘The Galli’ serves food and drinks all day with live music and DJs 7 nights a week (always free entry). Working with local suppliers, artists & artisans wherever possible. Check www. thegallimaufry.co.uk for up-todate info on menus and events.
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BROTHER DEGE
Born and raised in southern Louisiana, Brother Dege’s swampedelic, track Too Old to Die Young appeared on the Django Unchained soundtrack. Join them as they make an appearance in Bristol to showcase their “psyouthern rock” sound.
10th May // 9pm – 11.30pm // Free Entry
the golden XX lion
40 // VENUES
244 Gloucester Road, Bristol, BS7 8NZ | @goldenlionbriz | facebook.com/goldenlionbristol | 0117 924 6449 | goldenlionbristol.co.uk
Live music 6 nights a week! Mondays - Open Mic Night. Tuesdays - A live evening of Folk music hosted my Nuala Honan. Wednesays Uberphonic: A surprise mix bag encompassing the whole music spectrum. Keep up to date on our Social Media pages for full listings and details. Bar open ‘til 1am Friday and Saturday, and midnight on Sunday -Thursday.
GOLDEN LION
GOLDEN LION - SAMSARA COLLECTIVE
As one of the South’s most exciting reggae acts, Brighton-based collective Samsara create an open minded and fresh take on the roots tradition.
6th May // 9pm – Late // £3
LIVE MUSIC MAY 2016
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BLIND RIVER SCARE - Folk & Americana THE ALICE PHELPS BAND - EP Release Tour
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GINGER TOM / DUNES - Introducing Showcase SAMSARA COLLECTIVE - Alt/Reggae Ska £3 LONDON CALLING - UK’s Premier “Clash” Tribute GARANCE & THE MITOCHONDRIES - Alt/Folk DIAGONAL PEOPLE - Experimental Fusion Pop! BIMM ACOUSTIC NIGHT - Introducing Showcase THE RIN TINS / IMPRINTS - Folk Jive Boogie £3 POOR OLD DOGS - Stompin Folk/Punk/Rock n Roll CIRCE’S DINER - Americana / Folk / Roots STEPHEN SIMMONS - Nashville, USA THE SUMMERTIDES - Dynamic Indie Pop THE UNDERCOVER HIPPY / MAMA CABASA £4 FLASH HARRY - Blues / Country / Folk Rock BIG JOE BONE - Blues / Roots MURDER MURDER - Canadian Bluegrass Band LEEROY STAGGER - Canadian Alt/Country WE LIKE TO PARTY - Disco, Funk, Soul DJ’s £2 DJ TASK - Hiphop/Funk/Breaks/Handbag/Eclectic THE CARRY NATIONS - Folk / Blues VIOLENT HEARTS / CALUM DUELL - Alt/Indie
Plus: GENTRIFUGE / ECHO TRAILS
UNDERCOVER HIPPY + MAMA CABASA
Billy Rowan, (aka The Undercover Hippy), is definitely not your average singer songwriter. His music brings together acoustic guitar, soulful vocals, infectious reggae rhythms, and the lyrical delivery of a skilled MC.
20th May // 9pm – Late // £4
lakota XX
VENUES // 41
6 Upper York St, Bristol, BS2 8QN | @LakotaBristol | facebook.com/lakotabristol | 01179 232 225 | lakota.co.uk
Situated in a converted warehouse, hosting a wide range of underground events. It now welcomes a larger crowd of people owing to the mix in music styles on show. The club covers 3 storeys, 4 dance areas, a huge balcony. Lakota also boasts a massive outside smoking area. Lakota remains one of Bristol’s big players.
IT’S A BRISTOL TING: FOOD CONNECTIONS
Celebrating the diversity and culture of Bristol, a city born from cultural exchange of ideas and inspiration from Caribbean culture, with a search to find the best jerk recipe in the south-west.
1st May // 12pm – 8pm // Free Entry
WIDE EYES W/ BLONDE, MJ COLE, BILON & CONDUCTA Modern-day Bristol born house duo Blonde return to Lakota this May. With a recently released collaboration with Craig David, we can’t wait to see what the boys have got in store for us.
May 20th // 10pm – 6am // £8 - £15 adv
theXX lanes
42 // VENUES
22 Nelson Street, Bristol, BS1 2LE | @thelanesbristol | facebook.com/lanes.bristol | 01173 251 979 | thelanesbristol.co.uk
Rapidly establishing itself amongst the ranks of city’s most respected music venues. As well as playing host to both international and local live music and clubnights, The Lanes also offers round the clock bowling, an Italian style pizzeria, karaoke, a vintage shop and even a bed for the night. All in a genuinely laid back atmosphere.
DEPARTMENT S CLUB: THE MOONS ACOUSTIC SET - ANDY CROFTS & CHRIS WATSON Department S Club are pleased to announce a rare opportunity to catch Andy Croftts and Chris Watson from The Moons, performing a stripped back set of acoustic songs.
7th May // 9pm – 3am // £5
PENG: BOB JONES + CELESTINE + MORE
The first Peng Record monthly features some serious talent from the UK’s soul music scene – Dr Bob Jones. Plus support from Andy Compton, Celestine and more. Expect to hear soul, funk, afro, disco and more.
13th May // 9pm – Late // £5 adv
the lantern
VENUES // 43
Colston Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR | @Colston_Hall | facebook.com/ColstonHall | 0844 887 1500* | colstonhall.org
The Lantern at Colston Hall presents a packed programme of cutting edge artists playing everything from jazz, electronica and pop, to folk, world and hip hop. Recent visitors include Kamasi Washington, Julia Holter, Slum Village, This Is The Kit and Saul Williams. Grab a bite to eat at Beerd and relax in Colston Hall’s stylish modern foyer before you head to the show.
ONRA – LIVE
With an eclectic collection of samples and an ear for international sounds, Parisian producer and beat maker Onra will perform a live show following the release of his fifth solo album Fundamentals.
7th May // 7:30pm – Late // £15 inc bf
MAY Sun 1 May Julia Biel
Fri 13 May Laura Cantrell
Sat 21 May Cate Le Bon
Mon 2 May Three Trapped Tigers Wed 4 May Vanessa Carlton Fri 6 May Craig Campbell: Don’t Look Down Sat 7 May ONRA - Live
Sat 14 May Immix Ensemble & Vessel
Sun 22 May Black Lips
Sun 8 May TLTT presents John Metcalfe & Daniel Bachman Mon 9 May Patrick Wolf Thu 12 May Baloji
Mon 16 May The Fureys in Concert
Mon 23 May Frances Tue 24 May Gary Delaney
Tue 17 May Teddy Thompson with Kelly Jones + Sunny Ozell
Thu 26 May Owiny Sigoma Band
Wed 18 May Cory Henry
Sun 29 May Dar Williams
Fri 20 May The Best in UK Stand Up: Carey Marx & Zoe Lyons
Mon 30 May Moon Hooch
Sat 28 May Slow Club
Tue 31 May Greg Foot
illustration by Robbie Cathro
www.facebook.com/colstonhall @colston_hall instagram.com/colstonhall
New music in The Lantern sponsored by
Box Office 0844 887 1500* www.colstonhall.org/the-lantern *calls cost 5p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge
BLACK LIPS
Garage-flavoured punk rock with a bluesy undertow, the Black Lips developed a reputation as one of Atlanta’s wildest bands. Although recent shows suggest they’ve polished up their live act, there’s still that sense of anarchy.
22nd May // 7:30pm // £16.13 inc bf
the love inn
44 // VENUES
84 Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3QY | @TheLoveInn | facebook.com/theloveinnbristol | 0117 923 2565 | theloveinn.com
The Love Inn is a brand new neighbourhood bar with a healthy emphasis on quality food and drink brought to you by Team Love, the minds behind Love saves the Day. The spacious and slicklyoutfitted venue offers a tasty selection of dishes during the day, whilst evenings are given over to exotic cocktails and soundtracked by visiting DJs from Bristol and beyond.
MUSU: DAN BEAUMONT
Resident midweek party Musu play host to an absolute key figure in the London dance scene. Dan Beaumont a DJ, producer and radio host will be playing an extended set.
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PLU FEAT BRIAN NOT BRIAN
The Love Inn’s favourite Bristol party is back once again. PLU’s sterling parties based around an ethos of inclusion and fun have been steadily building an amazing reputation. Joined by the outstanding Brian not Brian.
13th May // 10pm – 3am // £3
MANOS XX
VENUES // 45
37 The Triangle West, Bristol BS8 1ER | @ManosBristol | facebook.com/ManosBristol | 01179 255 266 | manosbarbristol.co.uk
Moved from the North to the West Side of Clifton’s Triangle, Manos brings a breath of fresh air and well needed feeling of Independence. Fine Liquors, Carefully Crafted (& affordable) Cocktails, Quality ales, lagers and Good Times! Our Dj’s bring you the best in musical beats & treats until 4am, our Private Bar & Lounge is the only place to celebrate your party! so come party!
PRIVATE HIRE
Perfect for any occasion on any night, enquire about our upstairs Private Bar & Lounge for hire till 4am.
Enquire on 01179 255 266
2-4-1 COCKTAILS
The perfect way to wind down after work or set yourself up for a great night ahead!
2-4-1 cocktails until 10pm every night
MarbleXXFactory
46 // VENUES
74-78 Avon Street, Bristol | 0117 972 3111 | @MarbleFactoryUK | facebook.com/marblefactorybristol | marblefactorybristol.com
Set in what was formerly a skate park, Bristol’s newest live venue The Marble Factory has been completely re-developed and re-configured to host live music, club nights and much more. The philosophy applied throughout the process of developing the venue was to offer artists and promoters an enjoyable and affordable option with the emphasis on having everything needed in-house and ready to go.
THE FALL
Post-punk band The Fall will be bringing you music from their latest album Sub-Lingual Tablet live at The Marble Factory this May.
12th May // 7:30pm – Late // £22 adv
GRANDMASTER FLASH
Pioneer hip hop DJ Grandmaster Flash will be hitting the decks at The Marble Factory this May to bring you all the hip hop classics.
13th May // 7pm – Late // £20 adv
mother’s ruin
VENUES // 47
7-9 St Nicholas Street, Bristol, BS1 1UE | @TheMothersRuin | facebook.com/The-Mothers-Ruin | 07546 082 009 | mothersruinbristol.co.uk
Bright Red, behind the market on St Nicks street, a three floor mad funhouse that specialises in super sweaty aural delights of Rock n Roll, Pop and Disco. We pride ourselves on being Free to enter nearly every night, without compromising on our entertainment. Upstairs or downstairs you won’t be going anywhere quite like here!
GREEN GUAVA JELLY
Fancy yourself a change of pace and want to enjoy the mellow sounds of Calypso, Ska, Rocksteady and everything in between? Head on down to Mothers Ruin and check out GGJ’s warm sounds.
Every Thursday // 9pm – Late // Free Entry
SHUFFLE
Genre hopping epic club night Shuffle every Friday at Mother Ruin with a whole host of live music to start off the night. Free entry, drinks offer, and your favourite pop, punk, rock, metal and classics.
Every Friday // 9pm – 2am // Free Entry
mr wolfs
48 // VENUES
32 St Nicholas Street, Bristol, BS1 1TG | @MrWolfsBristol | facebook.com/MrWolfs | 0117 923 2565 | mrwolfs.com
Wolfies is the place for live music and late night party. It’s the place you’ll get the opportunity to see up and coming bands, to bust some moves on the dance floor, to watch talented artists paint live, to hear some quality musicians come together and jam their hearts out. We are open 7 nights a week and look forward to seeing you soon....
MOUNT NAKARA & BINBAG WIDOM + ADSKI
It’s time for a huge party at the Wolf Den again and there’s no better place to be this bank holiday Sunday. Come down for some brilliant live music from Mount Nakara and Binbag Wisdom.
1st May // 9pm – Late // £3 - £4
TALKING PASSIONS PRESENTS: THE SKIPCHEN FUNDRAISER Join Bristol based interview series Talking Passions as they present a night of music to help raise awareness and money for the non-profit food waste recycling organisation -The Bristol Skipchen.
19th May // 9pm – Late // £3 - £4
the old bookshop
VENUES // 49
65 North Street, Bristol, BS3 1ES | @theoldbookshop | The Old Bookshop | 0117 953 5222 | theoldbookshop.co.uk
The Old Bookshop is an informal, sociable cafĂŠ-bar located on North Street. With its eclectic decor, homemade food, unique cocktail bar, boatyard beer garden, and famous Sunday roasts, The Old Bookshop is known for doing things its own way. The bar showcases guest ales and local craft beers week-by-week, and the ever-changing menu from guest chefs, pop-ups and street food vendors.
SNOWAPPLE
Playing a variation of their own compositions and songs with angelic harmonies, Snowapple are coming to Old Bookshop to perform a selection of their favourite music, with banjos, guitars, ukulele’s and everything in between.
21 May // 9pm // Free Entry
POP UP KITCHEN: PICA PICA
This May Pica Pica will be serving up a scrumptious selection of flavours and spices for to celebrate Latin American food culture. Come down and grab a bite.
All Month // Free Entry
The Small Horse XX SOCIAL CLUB
50 // VENUES
15 Small St, Bristol, BS1 1DE | @SmallhorseInn | facebook.com/The-Small-Horse-Inn | 0117 929 8074 | thesmallhorseinn.co.uk
A brand new bar from the mighty Team Love. The Small Horse Inn has been dubbed the “slightly upmarket sister of The Love Inn” on Stokes Croft. Serving up decadent desserts from Gourmet Dessert Club, as well as excellent music, drinks and dancing till the early hours. The Small Horse Inn is a brilliant new addition to the city centre.
LATE NIGHT TALES: DJANGO DJANGO SET
Late Night Tales welcomes Dave Maclean of Django Django for the next in their series of vibes packed Bristol parties.
21st May // 10pm – Late // £4
S U N D AY 1 S T O F M AY
AFRIKAN BOY
& SUPPORT WONKA VISION PRESENTS : THE TOTALLY TROPICAL BOAT AFTERPARTY
may 2016
F R I D AY 6 T H O F M AY
CHOPSHOP FT.
DANNY L. HARLE S AT U R D AY 7 T H O F M AY
HORSE MEAT DISCO
SOULTRAIN 12HR HOUSE RADIO TAKEOVER AFTERPARTY W E D N E S D AY 1 1 T H O F M AY
SAMIYAM
LIVE
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SOUL TRAINERS F R I D AY 1 3 T H O F M AY
HOMEGROWN S AT U R D AY 1 4 T H O F M AY
SPRUNG
T H U R S D AY 1 9 T H O F M AY
SCULPTED
PRESENTS: LOGISTICS ELECTRIC SUN ALBUM PARTY
F R I D AY 2 0 T H O F M AY
LOVE FOR SALE FT. MOXIE
S AT U R D AY 2 1 S T O F M AY
LATE NIGHT TALES
FT. DJANGO DJANGO DJ SET W E D N E S D AY 2 5 T H O F M AY
CULT
T H U R S D AY 2 6 T H O F M AY
UMBRO BOYS: FAMILY BUSINESS THREAD CREATIVE CONFERENCE F R I D AY 2 7 T H O F M AY
TBC
S AT U R D AY 2 8 T H O F M AY
LOVE SAVES THE DAY AFTERPARTY PT. ONE FT. BODYWORK PLUS GUESTS S U N D AY 2 9 T H O F M AY
LOVE SAVES THE DAY AFTERPARTY PT. TWO
THE TEAM BEHIND THE LOVE INN AND LOVE SAVES THE DAY COME TO THE CITY CENTRE WITH A BRAND NEW VENUE FOR DRINKING, DANCING & GOOD TIMES.
SAMIYAM
American hip hop producer Samiyam based in LA, falls under the wings of Stones Throw Records and Brainfeeder. Get ready to hear some of the freshest hip hop all the way from across the pond.
11th May // 10pm – Late // £4
stag and XXhounds
VENUES // 51
74 Old Market Street, Bristol, BS2 0EJ | @Stagandhounds | facebook.com/The Stag and Hounds | 0117 329 2141 | stagandhoundsbristol.co.uk
A well-established pub dating back to the 15th century, with friendly staff serving real ales and a great selection of pub classics until 8pm. The downstairs stage hosts some of Bristol’s best live bands and international artists, including jazz, punk, folk, and indie rock. “The Stag” is one of Bristol’s most eclectic live venues. Another reason to head into Old Market.
STEAK NUMBER EIGHT + SUPPORT
A crazy line up of noise and punk from the UK and Europe with postmetal/sludge metal and Belgium based headliners Steak Number Eight. Including support from Memory of Elephants, local grunge band Rickyfitts and Frauds.
13th May // 7:30pm – Late // Free Entry
ARCTANGENT WARM UP
A staggering amount of bands past and present from ArcTanGent festival come together for a day of live music from Valerian Swing, Falls, Kusanagi and more.
29th May // 4pm – Late // Free Entry
trinity XX
52 // VENUES
The Trinity Centre, Trinity Road, Bristol, BS2 0NW | @trinitybristol | facebook.com/trinitybristol | 0117 935 1200 | 3ca.org.uk Xxxxxxxxx
One of the few truly independent venues with performances from the likes of Gorillaz, Daniel Johnston, Roni Size and Animal Collective as well as a venue for great club nights like Teachings in Dub and now Bump Rollerdisco. Famous for hosting some legendary band names such as U2, Massive Attack, Portishead, Public Enemy and The Specials. Trinity can rightly claim to be the birthplace of the Bristol sound.
LOVE OF DUB PRESENTS: HOLLIE COOK + SUPPORT Love of Dub are pleased to announce a special, fundraising event and intimate concert from Hollie Cook, Solo Banton, YT and more. All proceeds to go to The Matthew Tree Project and Full Reach Children’s Projects.
6th May // 10pm – Late // £16.50 adv
PARQUET COURTS
NYC-based rock band Parquet Courts recorded their latest album over the course of a year against backdrop of personal instability. Human Performance expands the idea of what a Parquet Courts record can be.
14th June // 7pm – 11pm // £12.50 adv