Bristol Beacon
Bristol's most famous concert and comedy venue.
Bristol Beacon is Bristol's most documented venue and there's little to write about it that hasn't been written tens of times already. To stick to the essentials, whats on at Bristol Beacon really varies, some nights you'll find comedy listings, other nights big name pop gigs. Music-wise, if a legend is going to play in Bristol, odds are they'll be in the Bristol Beacon listings.
A multi-million pound makeover in 2009 added not only a bling gold exterior but a new foyer performance space and bar which hosts occasional smaller or free entry events.
A multi-million pound makeover in 2009 added not only a bling gold exterior but a new foyer performance space and bar which hosts occasional smaller or free entry events.
What's On At Bristol Beacon
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indie rock
psych
folk
folk-pop
jazz
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experimental rock
psychedelic rock
classic rock
folk
folk rock
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alternative pop
art pop
synthpop
alternative rock
indie rock
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pop
folk
folk rock
folk-pop
singer-songwriter
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indie folk
indie rock
folk
folk rock
singer-songwriter
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hard rock
thrash metal
metal
rock
alternative rock
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alternative pop
experimental pop
grunge
jazz
soul
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classical
contemporary classical
comedy
stand-up comedy
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stoner rock
metal
rock
alternative rock
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traditional folk
folk
folk-pop
singer-songwriter
soul
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comedy
talks
Get a feel for Bristol Beacon
Our recent recommendations for Bristol Beacon
Spun-out live IDM and cosmic dance futurism in the Beacon basement! A homecoming victory lap for Delay Grounds after his insane LP on Global Warming Recs. Expect an unholy combo of erratic techno metamorphosis and meticulous composition reminiscent of Minor Science, Pressure Dome or Metrist.
Delay Grounds returns to Bristol with more wonky modular goodness
A fresh take on the beloved singer-songwriter’s prolific legacy: London ensemble The John Martyn Project revive their namesake’s experimental folk-blues back catalogue in new arrangements that are full of heart and originality. Radiant!
“This Group captures the heart of john’s music, married with a deep love for his songs it delivers a truly memorable evening”
Cult live afro-house dance sensations Afriquoi charmed the world with their fusion of Gambian kora, Congolese guitar, Mandinka percussion and infectious electronics. 100% essential and uplifting experience for all human souls into Francis Bebey, Ata Kak / Awesome Tapes From Africa, UK Funky, The Busy Twist, Onipa, K.O.G.
Live African dance music, fusing Congolese guitar + Gambian kora virtuosity with UK electronic sensibilities.
Exultant bluegrass meets Nashville-grade pop - Rachel Baiman’s easily the most exciting indie-country prospect in recent memory FFO: Ana Egge, Kelly McFarling, Darling West, Dustbowl Revival.
Contemporary bluegrass / folk from a young singer-songwriter, guitarist and fiddle player from Nashville
Transcendent pastoral bleakness, moor-ravaged voices, weezing harmonium and vast mist-soaked stringscapes; Keeley Forsyth’s sacred post-classical drift is a like a new religion FFO: Hilary Woods, late Scott Walker, Nico, Low, False Lankum, Kathryn Joseph.
An immersive and ceremonial show by singer and composer Keeley Forsyth