UKG/140 Garden Rave Bristol - SMILE-Z 2nd Birthday @ No. 51 Stokes Croft

Join us for a massive open-air day event at No. 51 Stoke Croft’s garden to celebrate our 2nd birthday! We're bringing the party to Bristol with a stacked lineup of UKG and 140 heaters all day long. Get ready to dance and vibe in the sun!

Headlining we are thrilled to present a very special Invicta Audio OG Takeover. Head honcho Anton and OG resident Precinct are back, reuniting for the first time in years for an electrifying 130-160BPM set This momentous occasion marks their highly anticipated return to the decks together under the award-winning Invicta label, showcasing their exceptional talent across diverse genres for an unmissable performance.

Joining them is an array of the best local and emerging artists, completing a huge lineup:
- [Smile-Z]: Sloth x El Bootso x Slewy T
- BS8 Records (Kneedeep b2b Hewts)
- Son Of
- Scatta
- Jon Stone

Hosted by:
- Excess MC
- Tmind

Drinks Deals
- All day: £4.50 lagers, £2.50 J-Bombs
- Early Bird Happy Hour (4pm - 6pm): 2 for £12 cocktails

Last Entry 7:30pm

Get your tickets HERE at HEADFIRST


**Invicta OG Takeover - Anton x Precinct [130-160BPM Set]**

We are thrilled to present a special Invicta OG Takeover, headlined by head honcho Anton and OG resident Precinct reuniting for an electrifying 130-160BPM set. This special moment marks their highly anticipated return to the decks together, showcasing their exceptional talent across diverse genres. Anton, the visionary behind the award-winning Invicta label, is renowned in the Bristol scene and has led the label to release chart-topping tracks on platforms like Soundcloud, Juno, and Beatport, and has orchestrated sell-out shows across the UK. Precinct is back; returning after years of residencies at Lakota and supporting headline acts at venues such as Motion and Rainbow, will join Anton in this unforgettable performance, making it a night to remember.

**[SMILE-Z] Sloth x El Bootso x Slewy T**

Originating from Newport, South Wales, the dynamic trio of Sloth, El Bootso, and Slewy T are back to deliver their signature high-energy sets packed with heavy-hitting tracks. Expect an exhilarating journey through the pulsating rhythms of UKG and 140, with each track intensifying the vibe as they push each other to new heights. Following a memorable debut at In It Together festival and a series of standout individual performances supporting top headliners in Cardiff, we're thrilled to bring our electrifying vibe to Bristol and showcase our unique sound in this landmark moment.

**BS8 Records**

BS8 is an events company known for their innovative pop-up events featuring artists like Crossy and Badger, performing on the back of their iconic Land Rover. Established in 2021, BS8 has become a significant player in the Bristol pop-up scene, delivering energetic house and garage sets, along with seamless drum and bass blends. This event marks BS8's debut at No. 51, and they are eager to get the crowd moving on August 17th. Let's hope for sunshine to make this garden party even more spectacular!

**Son Of**

Originally from Switzerland, Son Of moved to Sheffield for university and stayed for the vibrant underground music scene. She has made a meaningful impact through her DJing, organizing gender-equal open deck nights and fundraising for local charities with the Udaya collective. Her latest release, a footwork jungle track featuring a Doja Cat sample, donates all profits to Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP). Son Of has supported numerous headline artists and even featured on a Boiler Room set at Beaverworks Leeds.

**New Resident: Scatta**

Scatta's passion for dance music began with garage, grime, and dubstep, inspired by MCs due to his hip-hop background. As a teenager, he started writing his own bars, and during university, he discovered the thrill of DJing at bassline, jungle, and drum and bass nights. His diverse style, influenced by his time in Sheffield, brings a dance floor-ready edge to his sets. Now based in Bristol, Scatta is also delving into music production.

**Jon Stone**

Jon Stone has been a key figure in the Bristol music scene for a decade, contributing to the Pull Up Collective and DR01D. As a resident DJ for Motion, he has performed at popular clubs such as Lakota. Jon's productions span various genres, with a focus on 140 BPM and Drum & Bass.

**Tmind**

Tmind, an emerging MC from South Wales, is known for his boom bap style but has recently made a significant impact on the DnB scene. He has performed with brands like Shella, Pull Up Recordings, and Swn Sounds, supporting artists like Amplify. Tmind's stage presence is undeniable, delivering styles from jump-up to liquid rollers and more.

**Excess**

Excess began his MC journey two years ago with DnB, collaborating with Tanka and integrating into the Cardiff scene with grime-influenced bars. He recently completed his first festival season, with debut appearances at In It Together and Gemfest, showcasing his growing talent.

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