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Electronic Music in Bristol

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Bristol's Electronic Scene

As synthesizers, drum machines and sequencers become more affordable, it’s becoming rare to see live music performances without at least some electronic component. Bands are embracing new technology and unlike the every-band-needs-a-turntablist movement of the 2000’s, synthesizers are here to stay.

At the other end of the spectrum lies electronica and dance music where producers live shows have also hugely benefitted from the increasing access to physical hardware. Gone are the days where a “live” set involved watching a producer awkwardly staring into their laptop pausing for the occasional hit of bit-crush and reverb. From one man shows to co-ordinated digital masterpieces, we are for the first time we’re starting to see electronic producers making truly engaging live shows. James Blake, Mount Kimbie, Flying Lotus, Gold Panda and Luke Abbott are just a few of the artists to bring their MPC’s, patch bays and stunning live shows to Bristol.

If we set dance music to one side, then it’s relatively easy to highlight a few key venues for live electronic music in Bristol. Start The Bus, The Louisiana and The Exchange typically pick up artist’s first live tours while you would want to pick up tickets to The Trinity Centre, The Fleece or Thekla for larger, more established artists.

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Free entry! Big sounds at everyone’s favourite boozer as Sofie K brings a heady blend of synth-pop sleaze, blissed-out Italo disco and proto-house pumpers – impeccable selections honed for years on the NTS airwaves. They’re joined by DJ October, delivering ethereally screwed body music to this Noods x Uniqlo bonanza. Wonky proto-house, sleazy synth pop and other miscellaneous pumpers

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

Meditative low-end pressure and blissed-out ambient vibrations rolling straight out of Take Five’s intimate basement. Skruff leans into hazy, bass-riddled mysticism while Inner Echo serves up heavy, Om Unit-style slo-mo-dub rumblers. A huuuge tip if you dig: Innamind Recordings, Basic Channel, Deep Medi and Moonshine Recordings. SKRUFF - MASIS - TUBBY ISIAH - INNER ECHO

Free entry! Definitely squeeze this lil live radio session into your Saturday night warmup plans – Arc are hosting the Alexander Nut/Floating Points-championed broken future beat stylings of Sentinel 793 for a 3 hour spesh. Unsung local hero, 20 years in the making FFO: Donsurf, Bugz In The Attic, Funkineven, Kyle Hall. 3 hr set from Sentinel 793

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What our editors say

“Bringing a fresh new vibe to Bristol, expect non stop energy from start to finish with the best in house, garage, dancehall & RnB. Good people, good music & nothing but feel good music all day. Come ready to move, connect & be a part of something new.”
From: Keep It Movin

“Higher Level return to their favourite Stokes Croft institution and are proud to be bringing one of the UK underground's heavy hitters, Drumskull! With releases on Sherelle & Nina's Hooversound, London's Seagrave and Skin Teeth's Torre he has been at the forefront of the 160+ movement and is very much a producers producer. He will be playing an extended set and going b2b with our resident breakbeat specialist Borai Expect drum workouts the likes of which you've never heard, and crushing bass weight worthy of the updated system in the backroom.”
From: Higher Level: Drumskull / Borai

“On July 17th Crack returns to its hometown at the incredible new Sawmills for a special show featuring two generational electronic music icons. Fresh from announcing their collaborative album Exhale, and having forged a musical relationship behind the decks at very select events in the last few years, we are suer proud to be bringing Italian legend Donato Dozzy and hometown hero Batu together for a four hour back to back – their first in Bristol. A truly essential show for fans of both artist's signature styles, this is a musical relationship that takes in the techno adjacent spectrum to its fullest and will no doubt be a truly mind-bending sonic journey.”
From: Crack presents Donato Dozzy B2B Batu + Support

“The speaking in tongues come back to lost horizon for a parental guidance premiere. Accompanied by the Davine Blues collective and DJs spinning everything from Reggae, Dub and Jungle, to breakbeat, House and Funk. Powered by Loose sound, this is a multigenerational dance celebrating the memories made on dancefloors between all ages. As usual bring your mum, dad, auntie, uncle and neighbour. More info coming soon.”
From: Parental Guidance - A 60th Birthday Party

“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