As part of Bristol's most comprehensive events guide, this page lists
all gigs and live music happening in Bristol this evening.
One of the best things about Bristol's live music scene is that every
day is different. Use the event listings on this page (see left hand
column) to plan your day in Bristol. Headfirst includes the entire
spectrum of bands playing in Bristol today - from local folk and jazz
gigs to large concerts at venues like Bristol Beacon and
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Events on Saturday 24th October
“Jah is a legendary East London roots reggae sound system, founded in 1972 by Lloyd Morris and Tony Mass. Built around heavyweight sound, rare vinyl and exclusive dubplates, Jah Massagan has been preserving and championing roots reggae culture for over five decades. Today, Lloyd’s son Eljay Mass continues the family legacy, bringing the sound’s deep archive and authentic roots energy to a new generation.”
From:
Ten2One w/ Jah Massagan
“From Georges Méliès’ The Haunted Castle (1896) to the iconic imagery of F.W. Murnau's Nosferatu (1922) to modern day thrillers like Christian Tafdrup’s Speak No Evil (2022), Europe has constantly influenced the tropes and iconography of the horror genre to make it what it is today. ”
From:
FORBIDDEN WORLDS: THE BIG SCREAM - EUROPEAN SLAYCATION - FESTIVAL PASSES
“We'll look at how cats went from sacred animals in ancient times to symbols of superstition and fear, and what our long, complicated relationship with cats says about us. Along the way, expect strange stories, surprising history, and a closer look at why cats still fascinate us today.”
From:
The History & Folklore of Cats
“In answering these questions, Julian will explore how the modern world leads us to repeatedly lose sight of what is truly of value in life and why individual and collective flourishing is so elusive today. Drawing on themes that have emerged across several of his 20+ books, he will offer insights for how we might live the good life every day – in small ways as well as big – and help those around us to do the same.”
From:
Julian Baggini: The Art of Flourishing