POLYGAZE Presents: Soft Kicks

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Soft Kick

A five piece independent alt-rock band local to Bristol, Soft Kicks got their start in hometown garages aping Teenage Fanclub and Dinosaur Jr. Through their collective myriad influences they channel a core of up-tempo melancholy. This, coupled with line-up changes between songs make Soft Kicks a high energy act, new on the scene and worth keeping an eye on.

Kurbside Villain

Coming from the lively music scene of Bristol, Kurbside Villain is an energetic alternative rock four piece that started during lockdown. In 2022 they made themselves known with the release of their debut EP, "Beat Me Up". This release highlighted their ability to create songs that not only resonate on a profound level but also inspire listeners to dance. Their music, characterized by gritty guitar riffs, catchy melodies, and powerful vocals, has quickly attracted a growing fanbase and continues to be displayed in their recent releases ''There will come soft rain‘’GHOST" and ‘’Break me".

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POLYGAZE

A Bristol based event company that hosts live music events in support of grassroots bands, artists and venues

More info

The Thunderbolt, 124 Bath Rd, Totterdown, Bristol BS4 3ED

Tickets £6 adv £8 otd

Doors: 8:00pm

8:30pm - 9:00pm xyz

9:15pm - 9:45pm Kurbside Villain

10:00pm - 10:45pm Soft Kick

Entry requirements: 18+ (under 18s to be accompanied by an adult)

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e146639

PRIVATE PARTY

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DAMP SQUIDS // SUPPORT TBC

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THE DAMP SQUIDS:

“The Damp Squids are the howling doomed love-spawn of Petty, Strummer and Wilko and dragged into the world by a rock’n’roll nurse and smacked on the ass by Johnny Thunders. Rejoice. The Squids are far from alright.”#

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e149879

DUSK BROTHERS

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We're bringing our dark, foot-stomping, junkyard blues back to Bristol, this time at the Thunderbolt - raw, loud, and right up close.
Expect the full force of our self-built instruments, deep grooves, swamp-soaked riffs and that immersive, shamanic live energy we’ve become known for.

Come get loud with us.

Tickets: https://wegottickets.com/event/687629/

★ Nominated for Emerging Artist of the Year at the 2025 UK Blues Awards.

★ “It’s incredible… They blew me away”
Si Pink (Poppyland Radio)

★ “Infuriatingly talented… inventive, organic, and great fun”
Devil’s Gate Music

SILVER LINING // MEGAN HARRIS // STARWOOD CLAW

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SILVER LINING

A Six Piece Neo Soul Jazz Band taking to the thunderbolt stage for the first time

https://www.instagram.com/silver.lining.theband/

MEGAN HARRIS

Singer of @theelectrickoolaidcollective_

https://www.instagram.com/meganharrismusic_/

STARWOOD CLAW

Rock/Alt rock/Soul/Jazz band

Cool sounds I guess

Bath, UK

https://www.instagram.com/starwood.claw.band/

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e148337

POLYGAZE Presents: Molly Fletcher Hebden

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Molly Fletcher Hebden

Molly Fletcher Hebden (MFH) is an 22-year-old alternative pop-rock singer-songwriter, with influences of punk and also musical theatre. Performing both acoustically and with her dynamic four-piece band, MFH, Molly draws inspiration from a variety of amazing artists such as Blondie, Fleetwood Mac, Gracie Abrams, The Damned, Holly Humberstone and Wolf Alice.

VEVEY

VEVEY are a folkedelic progressive rock band with a circusy twist. Formed in Bristol, in the southwest of England, these 4 musicians blend a variety of genres including; folk, psychedelia, prog rock, doom metal, funk and more, to form their unique sonic landscape. As well as implementing hula hoop dance and acrobatics to create truly epic live shows.​

Dystopia Gently

Queer/female-fronted Alternative Rock band

POLYGAZE

A Bristol based event company that hosts live music events in support of grassroots bands, artists and venues

More info

The Thunderbolt, 124 Bath Rd, Totterdown, Bristol BS4 3ED

Tickets £6 adv £8 otd

Doors: 8:00pm

8:30pm - 9:00pm Dystopia Gently

9:15pm - 9:45pm Vevey

10:00pm - 10:45pm Molly Fletcher Hebden

Entry requirements: 18+ (under 18s to be accompanied by an adult)

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e146640

Bizarro Promotions Presents THE FALLEN LEAVES + Social Security + Carnie Punks+ The Eiderdowns

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THE FALLEN LEAVES - serving 'Punk Rock for Gentleman', this classic band traces its roots all the way back to The Subway Sect. Their sound has been described as "Somewhere between The Who and The Ramones” and they will be showcasing their latest album: "Simple Songs for Complex People”.

SOCIAL SECURITY - After seeing The Damned perform in late 76, Social Security left their jobs and signed on. They recruited 'Spy' a Damned roadie so named because the Damned were convinced he was a spy for the Pistols. With 'Spy' on board as their new singer, The Socials became major players in the Bristol and West Country's burgeoning punk scene.
Signed by Heartbeat Records They went on to record their first single on Bristol's newly formed Heartbeat record label. The single, a four track E.P. Was critically acclaimed by the legendary John Peel. Over the years the single has been re-released appearing on many highly regarded Punk anthology albums.
After a lot of arm twisting by their former management and due to public pressure Social Security relented and have now reformed playing extensively and showcasing their unique wit and song writing abilities. Social Security are true originals, Don't miss them!!

CARNIEPUNKS -play 'Acid-crypt swamp-punkadelia'. They channel the spirits of early post-punk bands such as Killing Joke, Bauhaus and The Birthday Party and the deranged psychedelic blues of Dr John the Night Tripper. Carniepunks excavate the ghosts of their birthplace's dark heart in drum-heavy songs spiked with a tincture of dread. The fetid Avon delta is a cursed place full of bad magic.

THE EIDERDOWNS -The Eiderdowns - Garage folk rock janglers with a psych twist - taking cues from the Byrds and The Lovin' Spoonful.

TICKETS:  https://wegottickets.com/f/14036

Wicked world presents HORIZONS DEMISE + Avicide + Black hole horizon

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Another month of metal at the thunderbolt this time leaning more towards the metalcore side of things. this month headlining we have

HORIZONS DEMISE

(metalcore)

https://www.instagram.com/horizons.demise/?hl=en

come off of their heat for metal to the masses they've taken to the thunderbolt to give you the full set. supporting them will be

AVICIDE

(alt-metal)

https://www.instagram.com/avicide_uk/?hl=en

back again after opening for our very first show in september we had to get them back and couldn't thing of a better show than this one to get them in. opening the night will be

BLACK HOLE HORIZON

(hardrock/metal)

https://www.instagram.com/blackholehorizonmetal/?hl=en

a brand new band hitting the scene and we have their first bristol show. we cant wait to see what they've got in store for us and cant wait to see whats in the future for them.

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e143998

CATLEA's Lost Souls Tour—The Thunderbolt, Bristol

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CATLEA is an American-born artist from Cincinnati, Ohio, now based in London, whose

music fuses emotional honesty with striking sonic landscapes. Drawing inspiration from

acts like Pvris, Mothica, and Half-Alive, CATLEA crafts a sound that balances

vulnerability and strength—exploring themes of betrayal, transformation and healing.

CATLEA’s charismatic presence and enchanting vocals deliver catchy, toe-tapping

tunes that has fans cheering for more. Experience a set infused with indie pop, rock,

and a splash of R&B for a mesmerizing show you won’t soon forget!

“It’s clear from the first note that Catlea is poised to make a lasting

impact in the music scene.” ~ Melody Lens

Their groundbreaking concept album, ‘Language Barrier’, recorded in Barcelona Spain

at Room To Studio with producer Jason Boshoff (Ed Sheeran, Josh Groban, David

Gray, Rufus Wainwright) and guitarist Oscar Garcia-Bragado is CATLEA’s powerful ten-

song masterwork about sifting through the ruins of a broken relationship to create

something beautiful and timeless. CATLEA's songs invite listeners to look inward, to

heal, and to embrace change—the perfect soundtrack for those looking to find

themselves.

With 12M+ streams, 90 shows in 18 months—including two tours supporting Betty

Boo—CATLEA has established herself as indie pop sensation.

“Catlea solidifies their place among indie’s most compelling new voices.” ~ Fame

Magazine

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/catleas-lost-souls-tourthe-thunderbolt-bristol-tickets-1980280003799

GOODHOUND BLANG // The B Sides

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GOODHOUND BLANG

Bristol based tribute band playing all your favourite blood hound gang hits and more.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574601296409

https://www.instagram.com/goodhoundblang/

THE B SIDES

A new `female-fronted' group created by members from other cover & originals bands. Aiming at a family audience

https://www.facebook.com/BSidesBand2025/?ref=embed_page#

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e145491