Bass & Electro in Bristol

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Bristol's Electro Scene

It's 2003, Rennie Pilgrim's Emit remix is on serious rotation and Cut and Run remixing another classic that should have been left well alone! This was when breaks were breaks and the genre moved predictably through reggae, hiphop and electro without disturbing the wider music scene.

Fast forward to 2010 and 'breaks' is dead. In its place the open casket which is 'electro', no longer the preserve of choppy drums and stabbing synths, 'electro' today encompasses elements from across the dance music spectrum with a diverse range of artists to attaching the 'electro' label to their sound.

The sound of electro in Bristol is vast, catching all the international players from Erol Alkan and Boys Noize to Toddla T and Redlight all bringing their own take on 'electro' to the table and redefining the genre as they go. It's this chicken and egg scenario that liberates the genre and allows nights like Shit The Bed at Motion and Blowpop at Thekla to have such a diverse sound.

Visiting producers like Sinden borrow basslines from dubstep and garage while artists from the Boyz Noise and Ed Banger imprints inflate traditional electro synths beyond recognition. Whether it's the manicness of fidget house (a la Redlight) or the choppy breakbeats of 90s old skool (Toddla T), Bristol's electro listings are bursting with influences from across dance music.

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What our editors say

“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

“Fez the Kid and Duality are taking over the inn for a journey across the musical spectrum. Starting off with house, moving into electro, transitioning into dubstep and ending with a jungle finale. Intaception style. Tune for Tune all night long. 2200-0300 £5-10 / otd”
From: Intaception w/ Duality B2B Fez The Kid

“System Killa Sounds return to The Crown on Sunday 24th May for a full-spectrum session of heavyweight, genre-spanning energy. Expect electro, funk, grime and baile, delivered by a carefully curated lineup built to keep you moving all night. Headlining is super selector Vigilante, joined by System Killa residents and local underground talent bringing serious heat. Best part? It’s completely free. Pull up and lock in for a proper Bank Holiday and Love Saves weekend send-off. [A-Z] BILLY D FIACHRA B2B LUKEBROOMZ OJATT VIGILANTE ZILPHA Free entry all night - no ticket needed.”
From: System Killa Sounds: Vigilante, Billy D, Fiachra B2B Lukebroomz + more

“Harder than House is back for a Bank Holiday special with one of Bristol rising stars: JPEG! The Bristol based polymath has been a fixture on the scene for the last few years, bringing her own blend of breakbeat, electro, jungle and acid stompers to great effect. We are more than excited that she has agreed to join us for a night of high energy action!”
From: Harder Than House: JPEG / dontforgettogohome / Borai