Grime Nights in Bristol

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Bristol's Grime Scene

From room-two staple to warehouse-filler, Bristol’s blossoming grime scene neatly reflects the genre’s encroachment of the UK mainstream. In the late 2000’s it took a mix of ingenious programming and innovative promotion to bring grime to Bristol’s larger venues; Sh*t The Bed broke down the boundaries between traditional dance music snobbery and introduced a whole new generation of ravers to grime and urban dance music. Just a few years later Bodynod would proceed to host some of the biggest grime events Bristol will ever see, with past guests including Wiley, EZ, Skepta and JME. While Sh*t The Bed may be no longer, The Blast’s excellent curation continues with grime/crossover bookings including Stormzy, Oneman and Plastician

Homegrown grime productions are also on the rise. Under the direction of long-standing Bristol MC, Koast’s Durkle Disco imprint pushes Bristol grime and UK garage. Kahn and Neek are Bristol’s current success story with recent releases on local experimental label Young Echo.

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Our recent grime recommendations

Roll up roll up for the Croydon dubstep / dark garage / grime originator turned wavemusic groundbreaker! Plastician is one of bass music’s true journeymen; always innovating, never compromising. While his contemporaries might’ve pivoted to tropical house or Nike commercials, Plastician still just wants to move you in the dance, 20 years on. Limited tickets available OTD from 11PM!

The En Masse Trinity blowout returns! Expect scorched-earth steppers, dub distortions and industrial dancehall as Ojoo makes their long-awaited Bristol debut alongside live twisted dubstep rewiring from Skull Disco’s Shackleton. Plus two mind-melting meetings: thee legendary Tikiman (aka Paul St. Hilare) gracing the mic with esteemed Timedance boss Batu + Saskia joining forces with Jurango for a hefty bass workout. Return to power at Trinity

Bakongo (fka Roska) has been at the forefront of UK funky for almost two decades now. In recent years we’ve seen his vibrant sound evolve with added elements of sublime percussive rollers, deep house and broken beats. Come see why he’s the king, and get down early for GAROËSS’ pulsating afrobeats… BIG! Deep Fried are newcomers to the Bristol club landscape, championing all things funky, deep and percussive. From foundational Tribal House grooves to current styles from the UK and further afield, residents Merty & Neighbourhood Joe are joined by some of the finest purveyors of hypnotic, bass driven rhythms.

Emanating pure dread-grime pressure and bubbling UKG effervescence from his hallowed box of dubs, Riz La Teef lands at the Crown for a night of unrivalled bass science. Remember: every time you go out for a vape you miss a Kahn VIP ... UKG, UK Funky, Dubstep and Grime from bass-music royalty RIZ LA TEEF

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What our editors say

“Snowy is a pioneering grime MC from Nottingham, known for shaping the distinct Greaze Grime sound that captures the raw energy of the Midlands. Recognised by Red Bull as a key East Midlands artist and nominated for multiple awards including Best MC/Vocalist, Snowy has become a leading voice in UK underground music. His explosive performances have taken him worldwide plus appearances at iconic UK venues like Rock City, Lightbox, and Warehouse Project. A regular on BBC 1Xtra, Rinse FM, and Balamii, Snowy’s sharp lyricism and adaptability have earned him respect across grime, bass, and beyond.”
From: Planet.9 002: Snowy , Squarewave, Nio-B, Raggo, es.kay, Megwan

“Oblig’s work heading up @obligated_records and deep styles explored in recent mixes such as his Dekmantel mix have majorly contributed to decontextualising grime and 140 within the UK techno sound. Thrumming with heavyweight textures, his brings a twisting drive and a fresh take on the sound.”
From: Seasoning: Oblig, AliA, Axle b2b Dyslecta, Ostad b2b Sask

“After our sell-out show at Lakota Bristol with Danny Ranking & Killa P, Psyked returns with rising grime stars from across country expect a heavy night of Grime, 140 & Bass at the Croft.”
From: Grime Stars: Milzy b2b Jaz Imsky w/ Sox + MORE

“LA club powerhouse Bianca Oblivion steps up to deliver the best of the best, mixing a plethora of heavy-hitters into a relentless, bass-heavy storm. Expect a set that’s unpredictable and utterly unmissable. Beloved for her riotous performances packed with the freshest global club music, that whip transatlantic bass, grime, baile funk, footwork, blog house, dubstep, trance into a rowdy, blistering frenzy.”
From: Harmonia Presents: Bianca Oblivion

“Two titans of UK music join forces under one roof. Mike Skinner, the voice of a generation and the mind behind The Streets steps up for a rare set, powered by none other than grime pioneer D Double E on the mic. Expect sharp lyricism, serious selections, and pure UK energy from start to finish.”
From: Document Presents: Halloween | Mike Skinner, D Double E & more