Band of the Week: Nasty Little Lonely
Nic Matthews talks to Bristol’s fem-fronted industrial rock trio as they release their latest track ‘Lizardbrain’. Interview Could you tell us a how the band got started? Charlie: Ben and I met in London a few years ago, and we…
11.06.2013
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Band of the Week: Foreign Affairs
Nic Matthews is Venue’s Foreign Affairs correspondent. Foreign Affairs are an indie-folk band, their core being two brothers Adam and Lawrence Purnell’ their hometown being Bristol. Their catchy music infuses the best of foot…04.06.2013 READ MORE -
BIG Green Week arrives
Big Green Nine Days, technically speaking, of celebrating our fine city's role as an innovative, sustainable place, with a packed programme – over 100 events, all told – comprising speakers, art, culture, entertainment, and all…11.06.2013 READ MORE
MUSIC
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Band of the Week: Rubicon
Nic Matthews gets fully funked up with a 24-legged groove machine. Bold and brassy twelve-piece funk outfit, originating from the Bristol jazz and funk scene. The band’s powerful and tight seven-piece horn section deliver…23.05.2013 READ MORE
CLUBS
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An inventive Guy
Ahead of his latest appearance in Bristol, Adam Burrows salutes the forward-thinking A Guy Called Gerald. If any British producer is a living legend, it’s A Guy Called Gerald. While best known for his 1989 single Voodoo Ray, he’s…24.05.2013 READ MORE
FILM
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Totally topical
Bristol's new downtown multi-purpose arts venue The Looking Glass turns to film this month with the launch of a political film night. Running on Tuesday evenings from 16 April-14 May, the series of screenings features five…15.04.2013 READ MORE
ART
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Easton promise
Steve Wright puts on his walking shoes for this year's Easton Arts Trail. Picture: Sarah McFarlane. Bristol’s many neighbourhood art trails – eight at last count – serve many purposes, not least among them giving arts lovers and…12.06.2013 READ MORE
LIFESTYLE
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You can afford the A-Team!
As interest in The Ashes increases, the gloveman cometh – to Bristol – writes Simon Fry. Bristol’s cricket fans have a chance to watch some of the stars of the forthcoming Ashes series when Gloucestershire play Australia “A” at…11.06.2013 READ MORE
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Edinburgh Comedy Previews
Seann Walsh, Josh Widdicombe and lJohn Robins are amongst those warming up for Edinburgh: a rare chance to see top comedians in intimate confines. WARDROBE THEATRE, BRISTOL, JUNE/JULY.
BIG Green Week
Cross-city celebration of Bristol's role as an innovative, sustainable place with over 100 events and guests including Alice Roberts, Tony Hawks, George Clarke, Tony Juniper. BRISTOL, 15-23 JUNE.
WOMAD at Bristol Zoo
Third annual trip to the zoo for the magnificent world music franchise: Diabel Cissokho, Dhol Foundation and Barons of Tang are among those playing. BRISTOL ZOO, 22 JUNE.
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