Darkness over Bristol at The Gryphon
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"Sell out warning! Remember those dark dark days before Black City? Shudder. Rise again from that nightmare past with this black metal birthday bacchanal ft. the UK’s most brutal outfits: epic and atmospheric Lichfield accolytes Saarkoth, buzzsaw raw Wulfhere standard-bearers Úlfarr and Bristol’s feral fantasy heroes Blasfeme."

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A gig on Saturday 18th April. The event starts at 16:30.


As part of the Black City Records Birthday weekend, Wulfhere Productions and The Gryphon present DARKNESS OVER BRISTOL. This features some of the best underground black metal bands from the UK - some of which have not played in Bristol before. Limited space so buy your tickets early, and attend what promises to be a night of unholy terror. DEHEUBARTH BLASFEME ULFARR SAARKOTH COGAS VESTIA Saturday 18th April 2026 The Gryphon Doors 4pm Tickets £20.00

Entry requirements: 18+

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