rut x forma invites Syz & Small Crab

A lethal meeting point of textural experimentation and soundsystem intent. rut & forma join forces for their premiere collaboration at The Island. This time, we're inviting Vitalizm head honcho Syz and Small Crab to the city's favourite stripped-back room.

Syz (Vitalizm)
Syz thrills in the groove, an artist of UK club singularity who revels in twisted rhythms and sound-sculpted bass weight. A vast network of influences and intentions inform the Syz style. It’s a unique sound, respectful to house and techno past while moving modern with wry grime textures and sub-heavy dynamics; percussive grooves layered with sharp garage swing, found sounds and bass pressure. He’s been prolific in music making, with releases on Pressure Dome, Control Freak Recordings, Banoffee Pies, Obligated Records, Unknown Untitled, Bokhari Records, Peach Discs and more.

Small Crab (Scuffed)
Small Crab’s sound is characterized by a distinctive, percussion-driven style influenced by bass music. Her tracks blend deep club rhythms with atmospheric textures, creating dynamic and immersive soundscapes. She has released music on respecte underground labels, including Early Reflex, Left Right & Centre, Scuffed Recordings, and Parryia, and was featured in Mixmag's ‘Spotlight’ series as a new artist to watch.

Support from:
rut (SSSLIP & Beton Brut) + forma (severine)

The Island, May 8th, 10PM - 3AM

forma returns to one of the city’s favourite stripped-back rooms, this time linking up with rut. Low ceilings, a heavy system provided by AMBER AUDIO, and no distractions. Specialised will be designed by Occyx. There is no better place for this than The Island - industrial yet intimate, a stripped-back former police station that has long been the backbone of Bristol’s underground scene.

Dress to dance. Stay curious.

LINE UP

Syz
Small Crab
SSSLIP
Beton Brut
severine

Venue: The Island
Doors: 22:00
Last entry: 01:00 (strict)
Finish: 03:00
Artwork by Dyspere

BEHAVIOUR

The Island operates with a STRICT NO PHONE/PHOTOS POLICY. We encourage all attendees to feel the need for freedom of expression without judgment.

The Island Venue is dedicated to creating safe(r) spaces free from harassment and dealing with cases effectively and adequately. The policy applies to anyone entering the venue.

There is ZERO TOLERANCE policy of violence, racism, sexism, transphobia, body negativity, sexual harassment, discrimination of age, religion or belief, gender, or sexuality, visible or invisible, mental or physical limitations. If someone says or does something to make you feel uncomfortable while you’re here, let us know. Don't be a dick. Any unwanted behaviour will be removed. Leave your ego at the door.

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