Garage music is experiencing a renaissance period in Bristol right now. The popularity of dubstep has given rise to a new breed of garage enthusiast keen to explore both the genre's roots and its modern incarnations.
UK funky has taken the mantle of garage and added grime elements and vocals to bring the sound up date and into today's electro-centric party landscape. Contemporary garage and UK funky often finds it's way into sets from alternative dubstep djs at Bristol dubstep nights like Apple Pips, Donuts and Crazy Legs.
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What our editors say
“Carlos René is a collector and DJ from Mexico City, specializing in Jamaican, African American and Latin music. His sets are an explosive mix of cumbia, mambo, guaracha, calypso, merecumbé, porro, son, gaita, cha cha chá, boogaloo, latin garage and latin funk.”
From: La Bomba presents Carlos Rene
“We welcome ATRIP to Clock Factory Bristol, a German-Polish DJ and producer based in South London, crafts emotive electronic music rooted in the city's diverse club culture. Raised in London, he's deeply entrenched in its vibrant music scene, drawing inspiration from genres like garage, jungle, bassline, and dubstep. His debut mixtape, "TANZPARTEI," released in May 2023, showcases his evolution since the launch of the ATRIP project in early '22. With support from notable artists like Disclosure, salute, and DJ Seinfeld, ATRIP is poised for an exciting journey in the music world.”
From: ATRIP + More
“As a resident DJ on KISS FM and mastermind behind the all-female collective 24hr Garage Girls, SHOSH has become a leading figure in the new wave of garage and bass music, championing the sound on both national airwaves and festival stages worldwide.”
From: Wide Eyes: SHOSH + Special Guest
“Also on the bill, a handpicked selection of forward-thinking talent, including Chaos in the CBD, known for their unique mix of house and garage elements, and Abdul Raeva, whose smooth, prog house influences add a dynamic touch to the Crane Room. ”
From: Junction 2: Adam Beyer
“Bristol-born and classically trained, Leena is a multi-disciplinary DJ and producer known for their ability to traverse genres with effortless finesse. From pulsing techno to deep ambient vibes, through R&B and garage flavors, Leena’s sets are a masterclass in sonic storytelling. Known for their versatile and thoughtful tune selection, they effortlessly move between atmospheric soundscapes and dancefloor-driven beats, with an exquisite stage presence and a deep connection to Bristol’s cultural diversity.”
From: August EP Launch: In Motion | Attic Bar