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
“Friday 11th September, we welcome one of bassline’s true pioneers and former TQD member, DJ Q, back to the club. A heavyweight of the UKG and bassline movement, DJ Q returns following a string of previous sell-out shows, bringing his unmistakable sound and energy to the dancefloor once again. Expect timeless grooves, upfront bass, and a crowd locked in from start to finish. ⚡ Support: Mini Pauzit Neev Ruiyn”
From: Rave • DJ Q
“Friday 21st August, we turn our attention to UKG, welcoming two exciting selectors DJ Jackum and Soulecta to the club. Known for their sharp blends of swingy basslines, crisp percussion, and deep underground energy, both DJs represent the cutting edge of the UK garage sound. Support: Prima C B2B Dansa Dent”
From: Rave • DJ Jackum & Soulecta
“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
“Coren is a queer DJ known for their irresistible energy and commitment to the colour orange. Their dance floors are a place to release your struggles, remember why you’re alive, and connect through joy and sweat. Come as you are, bring your rage, bring your tears, and shake a$$ til you’re out of your head and into your body. Their obsession with all flavours of dance is infectious. They fuse playful, groovy and euphoric sounds from funky, afro and tech house, bass, breakbeat, garage, nu-disco and more.”
From: NONBINARAVE
“lillie_cat b2b tskali - Bath wunderkind lillie_cat opened up the first Realist Alive back in December 2024. An omnivorous talent, lillie_cat's sets are fresh, twinkling loveletters to house, garage, drum n bass and footwork. We close the loop as she goes b2b with Realist head-honcho and sonic demolitionist tskali in a 160+ bonanza to close the night.”
From: Realist A: madame3swords, DJ Dolphin Dive, M Eleven & more