Man (also known as The Manband) are a Welsh rock band. The group were formed in November 1968 by Micky Jones (guitar and vocals), Deke Leonard (guitar and vocals), Clive John (guitar, keyboards and vocals), Ray Williams (bass guitar) and Jeff Jones (drums), in Merthyr Tydfil, out of previous local band The Bystanders. They were active through to 1976 with an ever-changing personnel, the last line-up consisting of Jones and Leonard with John McKenzie (bass), Terry Williams (drums) and Phil Ryan (keyboards). Amongst others, Martin Ace (guitar and bass) had a significant spell with group. They released nine studio albums, including the UK charting albums Back into the Future (#23), Rhinos, Winos and Lunatics (#24) and the live album Maximum Darkness (#25). Their musical style is rock encompassing elements of psychedelia and progressive, and they are noted for their extended live improvisations.

The group reformed in 1983 with Jones, Leonard and Ace being joined by new drummer John Weathers. The band are presently active, with Ace being the only ever-present member after further personnel changes. They have released a further eight studio albums.

THE COASTAL PATH

Glastonbury based four-piece band playing accessible, trippy, ambient indie rock.

£12 adv £15 otd

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e132386

THE THUNDERBOLT IS CLOSED FOR A PRIVATE PARTY

THE THUNDERBOLT IS CLOSED FOR A PRIVATE PARTY

Adam and the Hellcats bring their new Album 9 Lives to The Thunderbolt - new riffs but the same fantastic show. Joined by the ever popular FUGITVE and locals Blufin.

Following on from their highly acclaimed debut Album and the success of Catalyst Adam and his Hellcats return with a new musical offering showing a diverse range of talent from the band.

Now setting out on their Fourth UK Tour - this time as Headline they will be bringing the Kitty magic to many town and cities.

Fugitive are celebrating 35 years of rock will be coming down from Liverpool to kick off the party along with local rising stars Blufin.

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e130996

Rushed are a three-piece authentic tribute act performing the music of Canada’s finest progressive Rock trio – Rush.
They deliver a monster three-hour Rush show (2 sets) with authentic sound, covering all 4 decades of the vast Rush catalogue while priding themselves on performing a large amount of early material. replicating the raw energy that Rush always delivered consistently back in the 70’s.
“Geddy” belts out those high notes in the original keys whilst at the same time playing blistering complex base lines and keyboards.
“Neil” keeps the band together during the complex time changes and structures on every song. He loves his tech and uses the latest gear to replicate those iconic Rush sounds.
“Alex” has spent hours learning that unique style of playing and guitar tone.
It’s a night not to be missed by any Rush fan - 120 Places only - book early!
http://www.rushedisaband.co.uk/

TICKETS: £16Adv

https://www.headfirstbristol.co.uk/whats-on/the-thunderbolt/fri-28-nov-rushed-130236#e130236

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/e132377

🎄 The Thunderbolt welcomes you to our special Xmas Eve “FAMILY FRIENDLY” event on MONDAY DEC 24th between from 4-8pm.

We will have a FIRE PIT in the garden, Mark will be ROASTING CHESTNUTS on the fire!🎄

❄️6pm: DJ ELLA MC Dzz ❄️

❄️4pm- 'DJ PEANUT: XMAS SEASONAL NUTS.…..Macadamia? Pecans? Brazil Nuts? Walnuts? No! You need DJ PEANUT . The Peanut will be spinning Xmas bangers alright! inc The Waitresses, Kinks, Pogues, Phil Spector etc. and some old soul, reggae, punk etc. - groovy good time tunes, I'd say!

🎄🎄 FREE ENTRY 🎄 🎄 4-8pm