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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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For the initiated, only Willikens will do. The Salon GOAT gets real deep with a rare-opening set, stretching minimal synth slayers and acidic chug to psychedelic breaking point before Saskia fires up the subwise hardware explorations and Anina & Lynne absoultely wipe the floor with junglist domination. Secret Shade, we salute you. The Secret Shade: Lena Willikens, Lynne b2b Anina, Saskia at Strange Brew.

Sell out warning! Absolute go-hard-or-go-home belter for Zone 1 and Bris-Tek’s big birthday bash! Storming The Boxing Gym: Barcelona tekno firecracker Amygdala, bassline boss Jenny Sparks and donk sommelier DJ Bax touching down in Bris + Grandma Wubplate’s hard-dance swag and jungle euphoria from Betsy Mae. And that’s not even half of it…. ZONE 1 x BRIS-TEK / AMYGDALA, DJ BAX, JENNY SPARKS, VANDAL at The Boxing Gym.

Sell out warning! Following 5 years of sold out parties and what we thought would be their biggest event ever, Brown Excellence are taking over The Boxing Gym with this truly mahooosive celebration of South Asian culture. 4 rooms fusing live ragas, sitar club heat, percussive dek bass, Bollywood disco, food stalls and much more - ain't nothing else like it! Brown Excellence 5th Birthday Festival at The Boxing Gym.

Sell out warning! Rave renegade and Berghain icon, DVS1 breathes life into the techno machine with DNA grafted from his Fabric, Blueprint, Klockworks and Ostgut Ton family. One of the true titans of the Teutonic school of precision, Danielle’s worked some serious magic to land him in such a teeny tiny space. Fists will be a-pumping, don’t sleep…. Soft Raw presents DVS1 & Danielle at Strange Brew.

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“Dissonance returns to The Crown after a summer away, and we're taking things back to our original format. Wicked line ups for just £5! Expect jungle, hardcore, breakbeat plus a second room takeover from legends Sugar & Spice. ROOM ONE: + BRUK + Grace Wolfe + As I Am Her + ADM + Azure ROOM TWO + NICE SHOT! + DJ Costa + Synthia + DJ Kez + DJ S'il Vous Plait + Esselle *Tickets guarantee entry until 12am* Location: The Crown, Bristol, BS1 Tickets: £5 from Headfirst 18+ ID REQUIRED”
From: Dissonance: BRUK, Grace Wolfe + more

“Off-Kilter presents: dj sweet6teen Daisy Moon Ben Jackson Fresh off the back of a hot summer of shows, dj sweet6teen joins us for the next Off-Kilter at Strange Brew on Saturday October 10th. The Cologne based artist heads to Bristol for the very first time, bringing her fluid but focused sound - somewhere between (tech) house, minimal, breakbeat and beyond to the Strange Brew back room. With previous residencies at Robert Johnson and Gewölbe, along with a string of key festival appearences, we're incredibly excited to bring her to Bristol. Sat 10 October Strange Brew 23:00 - 04:00”
From: Off-Kilter w/ dj sweet6teen, Daisy Moon + Ben Jackson

“We are so excited to welcome DVS1, widely regarded as one of electronic music's most respected and uncompromising figures. He has built his reputation through an unwavering dedication to sound, anchored by flawless technique and an instinctive feel for the dance floor. A beat and rhythm addict, his timeless sets favour depth and groove over spectacle, unfolding with patience and precision through expertly curated selections. This is a rare chance to experience one of the underground's true masters in an intimate setting, alongside Soft Raw's Danielle.”
From: Soft Raw presents DVS1 & Danielle

“We return to Strange Brew this September, joined by Mathew Jonson and his unmissable live set (front room)! A true pioneer of live electronic music, Mathew Jonson has spent over 20 years shaping the scene through groundbreaking solo work , Cobblestone Jazz, and his unmistakable analog sound. We couldn't be happier to announce Ellie Stokes on the Warmup after watching her tear up the festival circuit. Addsound & k-werk opening the main room. Stretch ambient room (back room) soundtracked by Monika Taneska, Teo Joss, Leander & K-werk.”
From: Stretch Collective w/Mathew Jonson , Ellie Stokes + More

“No More All Male Lineups are on a mission to platform as much of Bristol's FLINTA talent in electronic music as possible. They make their Croft Tuesdays debut with some of Bristol's finest up-and-coming selectors at the helm, for a showcase of 140, Dubstep + Breaks flavours. [A-Z] AKTAR CUTMESUM.FLAC LYZANDER ORDERLYROOM Free entry - no ticket needed.”
From: Croft Tuesdays: No More All Male Lineups w/ Aktar, CUTMESUM.FLAC + more