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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We’ve been waiting a long time for this one! Príncipe set the global club circuit alight with dizzying batida mutations, almost single-handedly putting Lusophone-African music on the map. Their fabled Bristol return is a legends only affair, with speaker-rattling kuduro from label lynchpin DJ Marfox, next-gen wunderkid Helviofox’s percolating Afrohouse and Saffron’s Marla Kether stepping out – one for the books! DJ Marfox and Helviofox bring the huge club smashing sounds of Lisboa's batida to Strange Brew

Still steamy from that Lil Louis hoedown, the Brew are just lining up house music royalty – and letting ‘em knock YOU down. Marcellus ain’t in the Three Chairs for nothing, and Theo wouldn’t let him let loose on Sound Signature without a permit neither. What we have here is a true chef, stirring a soulful pot of swinging vocal gold, jazz vamped to perfection, jackin’ your mind and your body. Buckle the hell up! A true Detroit original reflecting the soul, funk, grit and deep musicality of his home city. Not one to miss!

The devil wears Prada and will be strutting it out in the tunnels as Fagbutt returns to unleash hell! Guiding your descent into the demonic drag rave depths: a masterclass in disco + house decadence from Prosumer, Sue Veneers’ electro-camp chaos and a host of infernal performers serving up daring dramatics throughout the night. Dress to distress! Disco inferno: Fagbutt and Loco Klub welcome you back for another night of organised carnage, a twist on the usual clubbing experience, featuring immersive decor, world famous DJs all night long, gogo dancers and special performances throughout.

Soundway, Analog Africa and Poly Ritmo have got Volta45 on speed dial, cos no one knows more about highlife and West African boogie funk than this guy. La Bomba treats you to yet another true head of the global scene, sourcing rare AF vinyl selections from obscure crate-digging trips for you, the Jam Jar’s ecstatic dancers. Warning: this is a Shazam-free zone! Rare african records for the dancefloor

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What our editors say

“Welcome all you funk brothers and soul sistas! We're opening up the doors free of charge for the first 100 peeps! So grab an e-ticket as these usually fly out. We've called upon our resident DJs to hit you with some ferocious funk, sumptuous soul, luscious latin and devious disco to get you moving and grooving! Celebrating a birthday or special occasion? We can sort you out! Get in touch with us on FB or IG at @latenightfunkclub”
From: Late Night Funk Club DJs

“This summer, on the 18th of July, Sawmills welcomes Disco Disco for a full day to night takeover. Running from 14:00 until 22:00, the event will move through open air spaces and warehouse settings with a soundtrack of house, disco and soulful selections from start to finish. Leading the lineup is Folamour, one of the defining names in contemporary house and disco. Known worldwide for his groove driven sound, the French producer and multi instrumentalist has built a reputation for high energy sets rooted in soul, funk and disco. Expect an all day atmosphere as daylight shifts into night lights. Full lineup TBA.”
From: Disco Disco w/ Folamour

“BEND: PRIDE Saturday 11 July The Cider Box, Bristol 10pm - 4am | Last entry strictly midnight BEND lands on Bristol Pride weekend for our biggest party yet - featuring a special DJ set from electro-pop icon LITTLE BOOTS. We’re taking over two arches at The Cider Box for a full night of pop, disco, dance, indie sleaze and queer club chaos, with sweaty dancefloors, euphoric bangers and the usual friendly, zero-judgement BEND NRG. LINEUP ⭐ LITTLE BOOTS (DJ SET) Mike Menace Bendy Wendy Alpha Betty Benito Niche Billy Heidi Heelz Hate Moss A proportion of profits will go to Bristol Pride, with an option to add an extra donation when booking.”
From: BEND:Pride

“Celebrate my birthday in style at The Queens Head pub with an electrifying day of disco, techno, and breakbeat. The soundtrack moves unapologetically between genres, blending timeless grooves with cutting-edge beats to keep the dancefloor alive. Expect a vibrant atmosphere, great drinks, and a crowd ready to move all night. Whether you're into funky rhythms or underground energy, this party promises an unforgettable mix of sounds and celebrations. Line up: The Ballbreaker Lean Allmighty Rubn Delarhythm More TBC”
From: Summer B-Day Party

“A night of original 70s vinyl from huge glam anthems to rare junkshop gems, proto-disco, bubblegum pop, rock, punk and proto-glam. For fans of Mud, Slade, The Sweet, T.Rex, Roxy Music and Bay City Rollers...we'll pay the greatest hits alongside rare records we think you'll love just as much. Dress to impress. Dance to a night of unforgettable sounds in Bristol’s Zed Alley.”
From: Fondue