Garage music is experiencing a renaissance period in Bristol right now. The popularity of dubstep has given rise to a new breed of garage enthusiast keen to explore both the genre's roots and its modern incarnations.
UK funky has taken the mantle of garage and added grime elements and vocals to bring the sound up date and into today's electro-centric party landscape. Contemporary garage and UK funky often finds it's way into sets from alternative dubstep djs at Bristol dubstep nights like Apple Pips, Donuts and Crazy Legs.
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What our editors say
“Nottingham’s own Window Kid has been one of the most electrifying voices rising out of the UK underground in recent years. Rooted in the country’s rave and bass culture and known for his sharp lyrics, cheeky humour and genre-blurring style that nods to grime, garage, bassline and hip-hop, he’s carved out a sound that’s as unpredictable as it is addictive, all while staying genuinely true to British youth culture.”
From: Clock Factory Presents: Window Kid
“Disrupta lands at Clock Factory Bristol on Friday 27th March for an unmissable night of Drum & Bass. Undoubtedly one of the scene’s most exciting figures, Disrupta has gone from strength to strength since launching his artist project in 2018. With chart-topping releases across a range of notable labels, he’s built a signature sound that blends soulful grooves, garage-inspired rhythms, and heavyweight dancefloor energy.”
From: Disrupta, Atmos & More
“DJ Q — widely regarded as one of the godfather’s of the bassline movement, whose early vinyl releases and Club Niche sets helped shape the 4×4 bass movement — brings his signature wobbly sound. Alongside him, Grime legend Flirta D — once fronting the pioneering crew SLK and working with pioneers such as Interplanetary Criminimal & Gorgon City on new age classics like *“Sidewindah”* — delivers unmatched energy & whimsical flows.”
From: Psyked: DJ Q x Flirta D + Asher, Milzy & More
“Known for long, expressive sets that span styles and eras across the house and garage spectrum, Hamish & Toby weave timeless selections into something unmistakably their own. With a loyal following among music heads and adventurous dancers alike, they continue to push boundaries - steadily building one of the most distinctive voices in the scene.”
From: Strange Brew presents Hamish & Toby, Sticks
“With his record shop Idle Hands and regular appearances on Rinse FM, Farrell has mastered the craft of delivering the right music to the right people. Whether it be house, garage, techno, breaks, or even dub, Chris Farrell's bag is deep, and we’re delighted to have him along.”
From: Grapevine w/ Chris Farrell