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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If you wanna kill disco, you’ll have to go through JKriv first. The brains behind the invincible Razor-N-Tape imprint - probably the most crucial of the decade - graces the Brew with a masterclass in cascading strings, vocal sass and pumping boogie-fied grooves. A surefire hit with the dancers and yet another home-run for DiD. Disco Isn’t Dead with JKriv, Owain K & Beavs at Strange Brew.

Damn fine amen junglism right here! AKO Beatz / Future Retro badman Ricky Force leads the nu skool charge alongside Reinforced-approved drumfunk wizard Optimistic and techstep dominator Asha Binx. Beat Alliance is the new basement go-to FFO: Tim Reaper, Krust, Rupture, Sully, Kid Lib. Beat Alliance at Cosies.

Free entry / PWYC with all donations going to Caring in Bristol! A proper legend on the buttons: DJ Die’s legacy is secured as a key mover in the city’s timeless dnb heritage. Never resting on those ruffneck laurels, the Gutterfunk innovator will be slinging bass-heavy cuts from boogie to 140 alongside A For Alpha’s bubbling speedy G stylings. Summer Sessions: DJ Die, A for Alpha, Nathan Worm at Wiper and True Taproom, Old Market.

Free entry / PWYC with all donations going to Caring in Bristol! Silver-tongued lovers rock superstar Kiko Bun serves the sound of his Panama youth, guiding you through searing típico, delectable salsa, snaking reggaeton and dancehall heat. Wiper and True present Summer Sessions - free Friday parties all summer long with top DJs, curated by Worm Disco Club and powered by Minirig.

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What our editors say

“We have become something of pros when it comes to bringing you the finest & funkiest disco experience as we transform each venue into our very own disco dream for one night & one night only! And most importantly we invite , and your fellow to party the night away.”
From: UWE Bristol Official Freshers | ABBA Disco Wonderland

“A true multi-genre selector, his sets explore sounds from across the globe, yet they are deeply rooted in the rhythms and melodies of North Africa and the Middle East—the sonic landscapes of his heritage. Whether weaving together jazz, reggae, rai, disco, or electronic music, his selections tell stories that transcend borders.”
From: Arabesque w/ Cheb Mimo

“The glitter balls will be shining bright, loud and proud! Dress up or dress down, platforms and glitter or baggies and sneakers to dance the night away. Your DJ for the night will be Paul Morrissey, part of the history of the Bristol music scene who’s roots are deep in the original scene now called disco.”
From: Another Night In Paradise w/ Paul Bozak Morrissey

“Grace began by making world changing moves with pioneering free party crew DiY Soundsystem from the late 80s onwards, DJing as half of Digs & Woosh. They started out playing their shared love of hip hop, funk, post punk, disco & jazz, diverging into the world of ambient with the infamous Serve Chilled show on Nottingham pirate Rave FM and eventually helping to define the deep house sound synonymous with DiY.”
From: Duvet Vous? With Grace Sands

“Nick Bodywork is the driving force behind Bristol’s Bodywork parties, where he delivers high-energy sets that blend Italo disco, house, electro, and cosmic oddities. As the founder and resident DJ, Nick has been instrumental in shaping the city's underground scene, curating nights that are as playful as they are dancefloor-focused.”
From: Summer Sessions: Cosmo Sofi, Nick Bodywork, Jake Worm