WHAT'S ON AT THE SWX, BRISTOL
What's On at the SWX, Bristol
Most Popular Shows and Events at SWX, Bristol
What's On at the SWX, Bristol
Omar Rudberg
Saturday 8 February 2025
Best known internationally for his starring role as Simon Eriksson in the Netflix series Young Royals, Omar Rudberg is the non-stop singer from Venezuela who moved to Sweden when he was seven years old and took every chance he got to perfor...
Gloryhammer
Sunday 9 February 2025
Angus McFife and his symphonic power metal heroes of Dundee make their triumphant return with perfect galloping, highly melodic power metal that merges galactic fire with unforgettable metal anthems. So, shine those hammers, sharpen your b...
OH MY GOD IT'S THE CHURCH
Saturday 15 February 2025
The Lord may work in mysterious ways, but there is nothing mysterious about the rise of the phenomenon that is - Oh My God! It's The Church. Original, outrageous, irreverent, and endlessly entertaining, OMGITC have had a monumental few ye...
HONNE
Monday 17 February 2025
London-based duo Andy Clutterbuck and James Hatcher bring a little romance to the dance floor as Honne, a duo inspired by classic soul and complex synths. Influenced by acoustic instruments and classic song structure, their smooth, summery ...
Lucky Daye
Tuesday 18 February 2025
Lucky Daye projects a widescreen vision of R&B. His full-spectrum view encompasses everything from the explosive funky bombast to the soulful croon of seventies favorites and the turn-of-the-century swagger inherent in mid-to-late nineties ...
Fat Dog
Wednesday 19 February 2025
Described by the NME as "2023's wildest live band", South London indie act Fat Dog's music has been described as containing elements of dance, punk and klezmer. ...
High Vis
Thursday 20 February 2025
London's High-Vis play aggressive, frosty post-punk that's as hard as any hardcore record. Like Black Flag, Sleaford Mods and of course Public Image Ltd before them, High-Vis' anger is artful, gripping, and energising. It'll trim the fat fr...
Kvelertak
Saturday 22 February 2025
The Norwegian rock and metal band Kvelertak (translates to 'stranglehold' and is pronounced «Kuh-vell-er-taaaak») entered 2019 with bigger riffs and an even heavier sound. With Ivar Nikolaisen fronting the rejuvenated Kvelertak, the band ...
The Futureheads
Sunday 23 February 2025
Take their influence from The Flaming Lips, Devo, Queen, Fugazi and Kate Bush, Sunderland post-punk act The Futureheads shot to fame in 2004, scoring Top 20 hits "Hounds of Love", "Area", and "The Beginning of the Twist". Their tunes are...
Four Year Strong
Monday 24 February 2025
Massachusetts rockers Four Year Strong blend pop-punk and hardcore punk. The band simply developed their sound off the idea of playing 'exactly what they want to hear' or music that they would listen to, but no one else was playing at the...
Biig Piig
Wednesday 26 February 2025
London-based Irish neo soul singer and hip hop artist Biig Piig (aka Jessica Smyth) has scored millions of streams and collaborated with Metronomy, Maverick Sabre, Emotional Oranges, Bien Et Toi, and Blu DeTiger among others. ...
Set It Off
Thursday 27 February 2025
From the time they were formed, Set It Off have never been your standard emo band. Or pop group. Or pop-punk band. They are all of those things and more. Known for creating their own original brand of pop music, infusing bold electronic ele...
Paleface Swiss
Saturday 1 March 2025
Switzerland's finest metal band. The guys from Zurich have destroyed everything that wasn't nailed down. Whether it was their last US tour as direct support for The Ghost Inside or the nearly sold-out tour with West Coast outfit Lionheart...
Lola Young
Sunday 2 March 2025
Croydon singer-songwriter Lola Young was nominated for the Brit Award for Rising Star in 2021. She was chosen to cover the 1980s hit "Together in Electric Dreams" for the John Lewis Christmas advert. The following year, she placed fourth i...
VUKOVI
Thursday 6 March 2025
Scottish rock outfit Vukovi demand your attention with songs taking in themes of individuality, drug abuse, depression and suicide. ...
The 30+ Club
Saturday 8 March 2025
Love to dance but can't hack late nights? The 30+ Club reclaim the dancefloor for the over 30s, with the music, the atmosphere and bedtime to suit those who've 'still got it'. ...
The Skints
Thursday 13 March 2025
An eclectic and spirited London four-piece, the Skints deliver a versatile amalgamation of reggae, ska-punk, dub, grime, hip-hop, soul, and dancehall that's as feel-good and soul-stirring as it is hard-hitting and politically charged on the...
Doves
Friday 14 March 2025
Doves had something of an usual genesis in '90s Madchester. Founding members Jimi Goodwin, Jez Williams and Andy Williams were all members of Sub Sub, best remembered for their 1993 hit single Ain't No Love (Ain't No Use). After a fire at ...
Halina Rice
Saturday 15 March 2025
Uniting elements of ambient, electronic, percussive and bass music, Halina Rice is a London-based electronic musician and AV artist renowned for her vivid and eclectic style, using multiple effects and sampling to create original and expe...
White Denim
Sunday 16 March 2025
Texan Southern rockers White Denim are one of the very best rock bands to emerge this millennium with a rootsy swing and uplifting way with melody. It's always been hard to keep pace with James Petralli's group, ever since they first expl...
Rebecca Black
Monday 17 March 2025
In 2011, a then 13-year-old Rebecca Black's song "Friday" was viewed by over 150 million people worldwide and became the fastest-growing viral song and video in 2011, ranking No. 1 on YouTube, Billboard's Heatseekers chart, and the Googl...
Cleopatrick
Wednesday 19 March 2025
Listening to the story of Canadian duo cleopatrick is a bit like hearing the plot of the best, most righteously validating coming-of-age film never made. Two friends meet aged four in Hicksville, Nowheretown (real name: Cobourg, Ontario, po...
Alex Warren
Sunday 23 March 2025
One of the most followed Gen Z celebrities on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok, Californian singer-songwriter and comedic video creator Alex Warren is known for his vulnerable pop melodies, passionate vocals, and lyrical candor. From being ...
The Lathums
Tuesday 25 March 2025
UK album chart-topping Wigan trio The Lathums cite the melodic worlds and street hymns of The Smiths, The Beatles, Stone Roses and The Ramones amongst their influences. Singer-songwriter Alex Moore simply believes in 'making positive change...
Bilmuri (Attack Attack!)
Monday 31 March 2025
Johnny Franck, also known as Bilmuri, is an American hard rock singer-songwriter best known as the former clean vocalist and rhythm guitarist of Attack Attack! ...
Ocean Wisdom
Friday 4 April 2025
The Camden Town rapper who found fame with his 2014 debut single "Walkin'", in which he delivered lyrics faster than Eminem's "Rap God" (which itself has received acclaim for its rapping speed), at 4.45 words per second, as opposed to "Rap ...
PIGS PIGS PIGS PIGS PIGS PIGS PIGS
Saturday 5 April 2025
Incisive in their pulverising riff-driven attack, infectiously catchy in their songcraft and more intrepid than ever in their experimental approach, the Newcastle-based quintet channel a furious drive which only appears to gather momentum a...
Lordi
Wednesday 9 April 2025
Although Rock/Heavy Metal monsters LORDI were founded in 1992 by lead singer, songwriter, and designer Mr. Lordi, it wasn't until 2006 that they celebrated their international breakthrough by winning the Eurovision Song Contest ("Hard Rock ...
KOFI STONE
Tuesday 22 April 2025
Inspired by his Grandad's poetry, Birmingham rapper Kofi has had an advanced taste from as early as he can remember, freestyling and writing whenever he had the chance. A musical diet of Lupe Fiasco, Common, Kano and Sway further sparked hi...
The Murder Capital
Saturday 26 April 2025
The Irish post-punk band reached the UK Top 20 with their debut album, 'When I Have Fears' which featured the group's first two singles, 'Feeling Fades' and 'Green & Blue'. The album's title takes inspiration from the John Keats' poem, 'Whe...
Soccer Mommy
Wednesday 7 May 2025
Quietly catchy and surprisingly confrontational. Soccer Mommy is the indie pop project of Sophie Allison, a wise beyond her years young Nashville native and musical wunderkind. Her songs, which have confronted toxic relationships and infat...
Make Them Suffer
Friday 9 May 2025
Dynamic Aussie extreme metal outfit, Make Them Suffer employ a punishing blend of deathcore and blackened symphonic death metal. Some bands are bred through major labels and are handed their success, Make Them Suffer are a prime example of ...
Cassia
Thursday 15 May 2025
Combining a rich musicality with continent-spanning influences, Cassia have made their mark with their own brand of calypso-flavoured indie pop. The Macclesfield trio have built a cult following in the last few years, amassing millions of S...
The Sherlocks
Friday 16 May 2025
Sheffield alt-rock stalwarts The Sherlocks became the first unsigned act since fellow Sheffield rockers Arctic Monkeys to sell out the city's iconic Leadmill venue. Undergoing a rebirth with brothers Kiaran and Brandon Crook introducing two...
Bradley Simpson (The Vamps)
Tuesday 20 May 2025
Bradley is best known for his role as singer, songwriter, and frontman of British band The Vamps, and commands a massive fanbase, already with multiple chart-topping albums. With an impressive 15 performances at London's O2 Arena, including...
Mannequin Pussy
Thursday 22 May 2025
Mannequin Pussy's music feels like a resilient and galvanizing shout that demands to be heard. The Philadelphia rock band make cathartic tunes about despairing times. Abruptly turning from searing punk to inviting alternative pop, their m...
Alexandra Kay
Sunday 25 May 2025
Boasting what has been described as a "Taylor Swift-esque" fan base, Illinois-born and raised Alexandra Kay kindles a profound connection with listeners through her heartfelt melodies, evocative storytelling, and beautifully captivating voi...
MCLUSKY
Saturday 31 May 2025
If you're tired of punk rock bands scraping clean the stupid barrel to land the lowest common denominator belly-laugh, Cardiff's McLusky might be just the band you're looking for. An incendiary British rock trio that invites comparisons wit...
Waxahatchee
Tuesday 10 June 2025
A solo tour from American indie folk singer-songwriter Katie Crutchfield. While her previous records featured a backing band with the kind of big guitars, well-honed noise, and battering sounds that characterised her Philadelphia scene, an...
GUN
Saturday 14 June 2025
MTV EMA award winning glam metal band GUN were formed in Scotland by guitarist Giuliano Gizzi. During their career GUN have achieved 3 UK top 20 albums and 8 UK top 40 singles including a cover of Cameo's "Word Up" which reached the UK top ...
Bôa
Thursday 19 June 2025
With their songn "Duvet" enjoying a massive resurgence in popularity thanks to TikTok in August 2021, 1990's London rockers Boa return with their first new music in 19 years. Progressing from being a funk band to an alt-rock group, their fi...
Stephen Wilson Jr
Friday 27 June 2025
Hard rock inspired Indiana Country music guitarist and singer/songwriter Stephen Wilson Jr. mixes Country and Rock for a Nirvana-influenced sound he describes as "Death Cab for Country." ...
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