Birmingham post-punk 4 piece with jangle pop and psychedelic influences. For anyone who loves Echo and The Bunnymen, R.E.M. or The Smiths...
https://www.instagram.com/thefazeleys/
https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Fazeleys-61553463777156/
open.spotify.com/album/5gwbD0kUeHPJtgSCsUxWeP?si=VmYOPzdORMC4qx0SHxjYdA
and introducing Sweet heat and Circle k two local bands taking to the stage for the first time
tickets on headfirst https://hdfst.uk/e115916
Battery Acid:
Battery Acid are an all female 5 piece punk rock band from the south west. Starting their band under a year ago at Bath Spa university they have gone on to win two battle of the bands competitions gaining them large amounts of attraction in the local and wider area. Their debut self titled single 'Battery Acid' encompasses their unique sound of grungy guitar tones combined with folk inspired haunting melody lines. Taking inspiration from punk, rock and folk music Battery Acid aim to put their own spin on the genre.
Lady garden
Lady Garden are a four piece female punk band based in Cardiff who get their inspiration from bands like dream wife, panic shack and hole. They have grown a small fanbase around Cardiff from their first gig at pride festival in june where they performed mostly covers. Since then the girls have written more of their own material which they have started playing in other local venues
kurbside villain
Kurbside Villain are a Bristol/Bath based Alt-Rock band who formed in the summer of 2021.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090645451211
https://open.spotify.com/artist/45XAYrM0gZ7PvsJYyyVlCk?fbclid=IwY2xjawGW_xFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHeFMcuAXkOrpJrL4OUO6plJTxQA8zbVXxa4BV446bQaIAR5kd2wv2KDPYA_aem_ZCawzoL3IwBV9JLX2PWRxQ
https://www.instagram.com/kurbsidevillain?fbclid=IwY2xjawGW_y9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHQ63dYaRt7CGcXZSTcmDLzgIZq_EZZH5y0X1LPajXepMicpYxZtVZF85xA_aem_Hv28m9NnSPukRCy23vUq4g
TICKET LINK: https://hdfst.uk/e115885
TICKET LINK: https://www.wegottickets.com/event/624961
SWANSEA SOUND
Indie supergroup Swansea Sound hail from Kent/Swansea, . Reuniting Hue Williams and Amelia Fletcher, the original singers of cult 1990s UK indie band The Pooh Sticks, Swansea Sound have become a popular fixture on the UK indie scene. They have released two acclaimed albums, are frequently played on the BBC and have recorded a live BBC6Music session. Described as ‘an indiepop miracle’ by All Music, SWANSEA SOUND combine a witty, sardonic, very contemporary lyrical attack with timeless guitar-pop songwriting. Latest single ‘Markin’ It Down’, which features Amelia as an unimpressed record shop worker and Hue as an ever-optimistic customer, was released in April to mark International Record Store Day. The live experience is unmissable, with Hue and Amelia playing off each other, sometimes duetting, sometimes harmonising, always entertaining, while the band (Rob Pursey – also Heavenly, Bob Collins – The Dentists, Ian Button - Death In Vegas) kick up an infectious melodic racket.
THE LOVELY BASEMENT
Bristol-based band the Lovely Basement play jangly indie pop-rock - think the Velvet Underground & Belle and Sebastian.Post-cool or too old to care?
Lovely beings in the Basement are:
Kevin Bache: guitars, vocals
Steve Dew: drums, percussion
Katie Scaife: guitars, vocals
Paul Waterworth, bass
THE REV ‘BEAT’ KINKAID
POET AND TROUBADOUR
Ex-Groove Farm/Beatnik Filmstars fella who plays off-kilter lo-fi pop halfway between Martin Newell and R. Stevie Moore’ - Jigsaw Records
‘fuzzed folk punk troubadour from Bristol’ - old bad habits records
LUGGS
Luggs’ sound is gritty and atmospheric, featuring swirling guitar riffs, driving bass lines, and introspective vocals. In a sea of melding genres, Luggs describe themselves as ‘probably rock music’. For fans of My Bloody Valentine, The Strokes, Sonic Youth etc.
https://www.instagram.com/theluggsband/?hl=en
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0attjpDxiShB1TmV8YPyXJ
NILE ROBINSON
local based folk artist
https://www.instagram.com/nilepeterrobinson/?hl=en
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Iy0rwexkIjZJH7kCVAC11
BANG MARY
https://www.instagram.com/bangmaryband/?hl=en
THE BARRELHOUSE STRANGERS
4-piece, female-fronted blues rock band in Bristol.
https://www.instagram.com/barrelhousestrangers/?hl=en
https://www.facebook.com/BarrelhouseStrangers
tickets on headfrst https://hdfst.uk/e119174
Hope Through Grace - Debut EP Launch Show
Date: 29th November 2024
Venue: Thunderbolt, Bristol
FREE ENTRY with a contribution to Bristol's food bank (collection on the night)
FREE DIGITAL COPY of the John 20 EP for everyone that turns up (with bonus tracks)
Bristol’s newest metalcore force, Hope Through Grace, is set to tear up the stage for their first-ever live show! Join us as we celebrate the release of their debut EP, John 20, a blistering fusion of metal, hardcore, and punk that’s been crafted to bring a message of hope and community.
Formed from the ashes of Rising From Death and Erase The Rat, they are no strangers to the scene, with over 20 years of touring experience. While their journey as a band started just before lockdown, they are now ready to bring you raw energy and faith-infused lyrics that speak to resilience, unity, and the power of music to lift us up.
With support from female fronted ambient infused metalcore Monochrome
Spirit filled hardcore from Northern Ireland in the form of Barriers
and opening "worst alternative band ever" Bath's own Skelebone
Whether you're a hardcore fan or new to the scene, come down and be part of the Hope Through Grace family. Let’s throwdown and launch John 20 with a bang!
For fans of metalcore, hardcore, punk, and anyone who believes in the power of music to inspire change—this night is for you!
TICKET LINK: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hope-through-grace-john-20-ep-launch-show-tickets-1025437981607?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawF7VnlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHR5_eqkoOHVZKPwoAYj9E_NKQ7wkVxLHPpUk3BCvNF4fNn8pc0Gkxhyd9w_aem_jQnXJiS4qZYLuR2C7Tqfzw
The Thunderbolt, Bristol, Thursday 5th December
Doors 7:30 PM Curfew 11:00 PM TICKETS https://hdfst.uk/e118864
Get ready for the ultimate POLYGAZE show of 2024!
Join us at the Thunderbolt for an unforgettable night of music, riddles, FREE DRINKS, and good times as we wrap up the year in style!
We’re turning things up a notch with even more chances to win FREE DRINKS! Solve a riddle correctly and claim your prize — there will be three rounds, so come prepared to play!
If you're a fan of alternative rock & punk this is a night you won’t want to miss.
Mark your calendars, bring your friends, and get ready for an epic finale to the year!
LINEUP
Rallyango
Kurt Alexander
Kurbside Villian
Early bird: £6
On the door: £7 (card only)
TICKET DEALS: TICKETS https://hdfst.uk/e118864
Buy 2, get 1 FREE
The Overmorrow
Get the party season started with The Overmorrow, a Bristol based five-piece band, playing original, energetic folk rock and injecting intricate and crafted songs with a quirky, psychedelic vibe. Expect rabble rousing Celtic stomps, shanty singalongs, full throttle tunes of betrayal and skulduggery, wistful ballads of the sea and acid folksiness. Christmas songs and sleigh bells are on standby for this gig
https://www.instagram.com/theovermorrowband
https://www.linktr.ee/theovermorrowband
The Eddie Mole Band
Eddie is a highly regarded musician, writer and performer based in the Southwest. His songs are about life; dark, distinctive and humorous with a style described as “Alt, Noir, with shades of Nick Cave, Lou Reed and Tom Waits."
He will be performing with a full band, bringing energy and chemistry to the strong material. Not to be missed.
https://www.instagram.com/musiceddiemole
Ruby Darbyshire
Ruby is a prodigiously talented young vocalist and musician, who plays original songs and choice covers and can also rock the highland bagpipes. She has shared a stage with The Charlatans, supported Pete Doherty live and been played on BBC 6 Music (“remarkably impressive ..” Chris Hawkins). Don’t lose the chance to see her perform a solo spot at the Thunderbolt.
https://www.rubydarbyshire.com
TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e118321
THE THUNDERBOLT IS CLOSED FOR A PRIVATE PARTY
THE VENEER are an alternative rock band with psychedelic undertones. With influences including alternative rock, 90's indie, grunge, 60's rock, psychedelia, and krautrock to name a few.
theveneer.co.uk
instagram.com/the_veneer_band
TICKET LINK: https://hdfst.uk/e115883
As the winter of discontent looms upon us and an Orwellian dystopia seems evermore likely, who can save us from brink of chaos?
Snatch22 and a Christmas Extravaganza!!
(Obviously!!)
Cast off your fears of a bleak tomorrow and rejoice with raffled low budget processed meats, copious amounts of booze and the odd weak gag!
For yes, The Snatch are Back !!!
Doors Open: 7.30pm Admission:£7 on the Door
Tickets: £6Adv + BF from headfirstbristol.com
TICKET LINK: https://hdfst.uk/e115881
ack for another year Disruptive Influence’s annual Christmas show! This year will be special we will have a few surprises that will make this year the best so far so keep an eye out for announcements and as per usual ITS FREE!
DISRUPTIVE INFLUENCE
https://open.spotify.com/artist/22DO0WwxgRn2P4oelXuE69...
THE SETBACKS
https://open.spotify.com/artist/73b8RahsbTu2JMAp6cUi9C...
SAK!
https://linktr.ee/saktheband...
HENA
https://open.spotify.com/artist/26c53e5hjVTWj2PH9nD3Af...
RESTORATIVE JUSTICE
https://open.spotify.com/album/32pVA3cysxX0pVFssoQcey...
***FREE ENTRY***
SNAKE DAY
Snake Day is a 5-piece based in the South West of England, focused on blending the tranquil beauty of nature with the chaos of modern urban life in an energetic, riff-driven sound spanning psychedelia, soul and indie pop-rock. Their music centres around escapism and grounding, all the while coming to terms with real-life issues. Taking inspiration from a myriad of artists from Bill Withers to Babe Rainbow, The Beatles to Mac DeMarco.
https://www.instagram.com/snake_day_official/
https://www.snake-day.com/
soundcloud.com/snake-day
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RIa-XEJlxs
EMELINA:
Five piece band 80’s/70’s soft rock with with a hint of disco. I take massive influence from the likes of Kate Bush and Jeff Buckley giving my music a sense of nostalgia.
https://www.instagram.com/emelinamurphy_/
SKELEBONE: Indie originals from Bath.
https://www.facebook.com/skeleboneband
https://youtu.be/XCUTx7M9ib8?si=JWfTRTL1VyLJjgh7
TICKET LINK: https://hdfst.uk/e114114
THE EMPERIALS are a long running major force on the UK’s Ska scene with a live reputation for fun, entertaining, professional and very lively shows.
With an 8 piece line up; the rock solid drums, pounding bass, skanking guitar and Hammond keyboard provide the basis of the band, with the tightest and most energetic brass section in the land adding the blasting horn lines, all topped off by versatile lead & backing vocals.
With a set consisting of our own take on classic ska songs, from the days of 2tone, Trojan and Studio One, we never fail to fill a venue, get the dance floor packed and the crowds singing, dancing and shouting for more.
ONSTAGE AT 9PM
Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets: £10advance / £12 on the door.
Ticket Link: https://hdfst.uk/e115880
for the third and final time this year sonic sunrise take to the stage at the thunderbolt to see off the year with a bang playing their usual pop rock bangers with a healthy sprinkling of christmas cheer this time
Cheesy indie rock is a hard thing to achieve, sometimes it means writing killer riffs whilst sacrificing a decent melody. Sonic sunrise however, a conventional four piece pull it off with ease, and when together, are able to generate something truly unique, capturing the essence of having fun, whilst writing songs which will have you humming for hours. Influenced heavily by the likes of Queen and Muse, Sonic sunrise provide a sound akin to classic rock with a modern twist, taking a style unmatched and making it truly their own.
https://www.facebook.com/sonicsunrise
https://www.instagram.com/sonicsunriseband/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2qOCTrhDY09QkvbqGSHL5g?si=7ZQL9uAsRA-VgNOsGblDzQ
TICKET LINK: https://hdfst.uk/e116951
The Thunderbolt welcomes you to our special Xmas Eve FAMILY FRIENDLY event on Sat Dec 24th between from 4-8pm.
Come on down to The Thunderbolt's LEGENDARY Xmas eve event- the first one since 2019!
The Thunderbolt welcomes you to our special Xmas Eve FAMILY FRIENDLY event on Sat Dec 24th between 4-8pm.
There will be live music from The Bolts, a Bristol super-group, made up of Fred from Football FC, Toby from Pompadour, Elliott from The Jacques, Tom and Callum. And maybe, a contribution from Thunderbolt Dave...
As well as two sets from DJ Dave Mc & EllaMcDs, a Thunderbolt Father-Daughter duo, ready to play soul, Christmas hits, and dancefloor bangers.
COVID: The venue will be well ventilated, hand sanitiser will be available, and attendees are welcome to wear masks. Please do not attend this event if you have any symptoms of Covid-19.
*** FREE ENTRY *** 4-8pm
THE THUNDERBOLT IS CLOSED FOR A PRIVATE PARTY
