Disco in Bristol

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Bristol's Disco Scene

Everyone knows that it took more than a couple of Bashmore’s finest to propel house music into Bristol’s spotlight - this has been bubbling away for years. Part of the secret to house music’s swift ascent has been a shoulder-to-shoulder relationship with disco. With house djs for Idle Hands, Futureboogie and Brstl all peppering their sets with unheard disco material, a catalyst was in place to add the euphoria and sunshine that turns club nights into parties. Epitomised by Alfresco Disco and Dirty Talk, the bond between house music and disco is now stronger than ever.

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Boy Sayso whips together Afro house, UK rap and percussive global bass heat infused with sensual jazz introspection. The multi-hyphenate brings his infectious, energetic live show to the next Bangers Without Borders, joined by the Terrain residents supplying their usual globe-trotting club rhythms. Cutting-edge dance rhythms from around the world, every last Saturday of the month.

Club Love kicks off another year of sex positivity and queer hedonism! Fancy Shews and Pretty Patel will be keeping things seductive all the way through til 4am, serving booty-shaking bass, glam house, dirty disco and pumping techno. Dress code and membership/guest rules apply. Seduction ft Rebellion

No one does borderless sonic brilliance like Erratic Batting, and it’s a birthday spesh so throw the genre rulebook out the bloody window. Levantine psych-funk fusioneers Tashkezar pack out the Jar with a searing live set of bouzouki shredding and synth squiggles, before your blessed DJs blur the lines between breakbeat hardcore and baile. Here’s to 9 more years EB! Live Egyptian Psych - Dancing Music - Ping Pong

From Wigan Pier to The Hacienda, Greg’s defined what it means to be a dance music journeyman. Armed with ‘floor-slaying tape-spliced edits and a head full of hindsight, he will electrify Lost Horizon with half-a-bloody-century of incomparable disco, street soul and electro-funk alchemy. Lost Horizon proudly hosts Greg Wilson 50 Years, celebrating five decades of one of the UK’s most pioneering DJs. From the original disco era to today’s global dance culture, Greg brings a special anniversary set charting half a century of musical evolution. Support comes from Bristol favourites Whitts and DJ Hans, setting the tone for an unforgettable night of groove, history, and true dancefloor magic.

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What our editors say

“Join us at Stokes By The Orchard on Friday 27th March, 8PM–1AM for a night of disco-soaked rhythms, soulful DJ selections and tropical, groove-heavy beats made for moving. Expect warm funk, feel-good soul and dance-worthy sounds that build energy and keep you locked into the rhythm all night long.”
From: DJ SOULCIAL

“-VIX- A key force behind Disconnected since its launch in 2022, VIX has evolved from high-energy disco into deeper, more textured house selections. Blending techy, percussive elements with sustained energy, the curator of the night steps up to close the show in true Disconnected fashion.”
From: Disconnected presents: XXVI w/ Tommy Hinde

“Magnetic Live presents a showcase of the gems of disco, rare groove, and house, Kirollus, who’s sets have become notorious with crate-diggers and hip-shakers alike. His eclectic all vinyl sets are deeply rooted in soul and groove, nurtured during his 8 years tenure behind the counter at Uptight Records in Hove, and an obsession with uncovering music from decades gone by. During this time, Kirollus has developed an enviable collection and ear for music which far surpasses his years, and has managed to gain the appeal of a wide demographic whilst staying true to himself both musically and in his personal convictions.”
From: KIROLLUS - All night long

“Queens Head needs no intro to those who love to dance; killer sound system, pub prices and relaxed Bristol vibes have made this a hot spot for years. We’ll be transforming the dancefloor into a space disco where everyone can hear you scream with delight!”
From: Discotheque At The End Of The Universe 3

“Rooted in the sun-kissed lands of Andalusia, southern Spain, and now based in Newcastle (UK), she pieces together soulful, percussive journeys across Latin America, the Caribbean, Brazil, and Africa. Her mixes are a celebration of vibrant sounds from these regions, with a rich backbone of jazz, rare groove, funk and disco, tunes that move your feet and your soul.”
From: LA BOMBA present Santa Leticia