What's On

Thursday 02 September
ORCHID FEVER + SHE TELLS LIES
Orchid Fever an Exciting 3 piece band from Gloucester, with male/ female vocals, playing a mix of Alternative Rock, Punk and Blues. Just recorded a self released debut album called Baptism of Fever with Robert Plant collaborator John David. www.myspace.com/orchidfevermusic SHE TELLS LIES:`With melancholic electro-acoustic sketches, it's more Elliott Smith introspection than KT Tunstall gusto. Singer Jemima Rose's honeyed Jewel-like vocals rise pleasingly above the purposeful strumming` Venue, www.myspace.com/shetellslies FREE ENTRY

Friday 03 September
From Manchester GIDEON CONN
Gideon Conn completed an art degree in Manchester where he quickly established a reputation for playing the piano in the main gallery and using the whole building as his studio space for outlandish sculptures. The band formed around Gideon in 2005, and have gone from strength to strength. They have wowed at major festivals and toured with some fantastic artists including Dan le Sac vs Scroobius Pip, 6 Day Riot and Jason Mraz. They released a catchy, hip hop/indie crossover single called I Want You Around which was well received by radio - playlisted on Xfm and awarded breakfast single of the week on BBC 6 music as well being championed by Huw Stevens and Rob da Bank on Radio 1. Gideon's debut album entitled New Bop Sounds is due for release in August 2010. Catch this maverick provocatuer, on what promises to be another great night out at The Bolt. £5Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop Tel 01179299008 £6 on the Door

Saturday 04 September
THE LEGENDARY DJ DEREK + DJ Beavis
DJ DEREK returns!! Legendary Bristol DJ whose blend of reggae, dub and ska has made him an icon for many in the industry, including a host of Jamaican producers and Massive Attack. Derek isn't your average turntablist - a former accountant in his late 50s (at least!) with a major cardigan habit, Derek kindled his love for music as a washboard player in the 1950s; nevertheless he continues to blow away audiences with his unique selections. + DJ BEAVIS & DJ Papa G £5 on the door.....

Sunday 05 September
SUNDAY GASTRO 12am-4pm (Payment By Cash Only)
Top Bristol Chef OWEN TUNSTALL (Inn on the Green) continues his weekly Sunday Gastro with Meat & Vegetarian Roast Dinners + 3 specials... BEST ROAST IN BRISTOL Enjoy and eat in our lovely south-facing large enclosed rear garden with childrens' play equipment. PLEASE COME WITH CASH AS WE DO NOT HAVE A CARD MACHINE... Food Orders between 12.00 – 4.00 Open until 5.00 The Menu is as follows: SUNDAY ROASTS Roast Sirloin of Beef & Horseradish Sauce £7.95 Slow roast Pork Belly & Apple Sauce £7.95 Roast Leg of Lamb & Mint Sauce £7.95 Nut Roast with Vegetarian Gravy £7.95 Kids portions £4.50 All Served with Roast Potatoes, Pickled Red Cabbage, Parsnip Mash, Roast Carrots, Runner Beans, Yorkshire Pudding and Red Wine Gravy SPECIALS Aubergine, Ricotta, Baby Spinach, Red Onion & Pesto Cannelloni baked in a creamy roast Red Pepper Sauce with Garlic Bread & Rocket Salad in Balsamic Dressing (V) £8.95 Sea Bass Nicoise - Sea Bass Fillet on a bed of sautéed New Potatoes, Red Peppers, Fine Beans, Capers, Shallots, Gherkins & Olives topped with a soft boiled Egg and dressed Mixed Leaves £9.50 Pan Roast Supreme & Braised Leg of Chicken - Fondant Potatoes, Summer Vegetables in Lemon & Basil Butter and a rich Pancetta Sauce £10.00 KIDS MENU Pasta and Tomato Sauce with grated Cheese (V) £4.50 Mozzarella Pizza Bread (Ham or Vegetarian) £4.50 PUDDINGS Banoffee Pie with Chocolate Sauce £3.95 Lemon & Fresh Raspberry Posset £3.95 Assorted Cheeses & Biscuits with Chutney and Pickles £4.95 Kids Ice Cream £2.95 Please note: Menu can vary from week to week.

Thursday 09 September
BADGERTRAP + PETE GIOCONDA (Joint Album Launch Party with DJs + guests)
BADGERTRAP + PETE GIOCONDA (Joint Album Launch Party with DJs + guests) BADGERTRAP is a badger trapped inside a man trapped inside a badger. Unique master of twisted concepts: human stuffed animals, snuffing grannies, incestuous confusion, kidney donation love ... ‘We can get married wherever we like / We just can’t have sex in Nebraska / Because you’re 13 and I’m 21 / And also you’re my sister, so all our children will be blue’ ... Killer tunes which echo Jonathan Richman ... ‘Mercurial musician and performance artist Hal Camplin was the surprise hit of BBC Upstaged – or rather his furry alter ego was ... Brilliantly unhinged music.’ (Pat Reid, The Great Admirers.) www.myspace.com/badgertrap ... PETE GIOCONDA: Some say he’s a kind of punky early Dylan, with poetic/protest songs and harmonica. ‘Sounds rather Bolanesque to me (praise indeed!)’ (Attila the Stockbroker) ... ‘Sings like a Johnny Rotten who hasn’t slept in four days’ (music blogger) ... Themes include the failed conquest of Mars; being caught in a crowd mistaking the end of the world for fireworks; confronting flibbertigibbets on Whiteladies Road; and the ghost of a lost soulmate ... www.myspace.com/petegioconda Starts 8pm. £5 on door (£4 from Bristol Ticket Shop or with flyer).

Friday 10 September
THE PRETTY THINGS + The Malchicks
MAXIMUM R&B: The Pretty Things first prowled the stage in 1964, sporting the world's longest hair and the worst rock & roll attitude ever seen. Featuring lead vocalist Phil May and lead guitarist Dick Taylor – also an original Rolling Stone. The Pretties recorded a clutch of raunchy R&B rockers in the mid-'60s that offer a punkier, rawer version of the early Stones sound. Their first two albums, as well as a brace of fine major and minor British hits (of which `Don't Bring Me Down` and `Honey I Need` were the biggest), feature first-rate original material and covers, and remain the group's most exciting and influential recordings which the 60`s U.S garage scene took their humbridge... Don`t miss these garage rock legends!! £15Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop £18Adv on the door

Saturday 11 September
THE PRETTY THINGS + The Malchicks
In the early 1960s, three bands led the British Beat Boom: The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and The Pretty Things. But the wildest, most dangerous of them all were the Pretty Things. Their hard-edged blues-rock, influenced by Bo Diddley and Jimmy Reed transformed into psychedelic rock. ‘SF Sorrow’ was the first rock opera, preseding The Who’s ‘Tommy’ by six months, In the intervening years The Pretty Things have lost none of their power or edge and are still led by lead singer Phil May and original Rolling Stones guitarist Dick Taylor. Exclusive performance. Support from the young, highly-regarded Malchicks.£15Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop Tel 0117 9299008

Sunday 12 September
SUNDAY GASTRO 12am-4pm (Payment By Cash Only)
Top Bristol Chef OWEN TUNSTALL (Inn on the Green) continues his amazing weekly Sunday Gastro with Meat & Vegetarian Roast Dinners + 3 specials with childrens' options. People are saying its the best roast in Bristol! There's plenty of tables available inside. However, when the weather is better, you can enjoy and eat in our stunning south-facing large enclosed rear garden with childrens' play equipment. PLEASE COME WITH CASH AS WE DO NOT HAVE A CARD MACHINE. Food Orders between 12.00 – 4.00 Open until 5.00 The Menu is as follows: SUNDAY ROASTS Roast Sirloin of Beef & Horseradish Sauce £7.95 Slow roast Pork Belly & Apple Sauce £7.95 Roast Leg of Lamb & Mint Sauce £7.95 Nut Roast with Vegetarian Gravy £7.95 + 3 Specials at varying prices.

Wednesday 15 September
THOSE CRAZY HORSES
Those Crazy Horses live shows unleash an eclectic mix of energetic guitar driven numbers, spanning generations of great rock bands. Their drums, bass, guitar line-up combines’ aggression with style, creating a dynamic platform for the melodies and screams delivered passionately by male/female vocal front pair. Their set moves from 60’s forerunners who defined the sound of rock, such as Led Zeppelin and Cream, through the revolutionary anger of the Clash and the Jam in the 70’s, the 80’s power of Aerosmith and Blondie, the 90’s diversity of Stereophonics and Pearl Jam, through to the modern torchbearers of the Foo Fighters and Muse. £3 on the Door

Thursday 16 September
FURLINED + She Tells Lies
FURLINED `A charming and individual debut of rare depth. There is a womb-like intimacy to their sound, centred around Crossley’s engaging and darkly humorous lyrics and the delightful cello sparring` **** CLASH Magazine www.myspace.com/furlined SHE TELLS LIES:`With melancholic electro-acoustic sketches, it's more Elliott Smith introspection than KT Tunstall gusto. Singer Jemima Rose's honeyed Jewel-like vocals rise pleasingly above the purposeful strumming` Venue, £4Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop Union Street Bristol Tel 01179299008 £5 on the Door

Wednesday 22 September
An Evening with REG PRESLEY- Legendary member of 60s band The Troggs and Crop Circle enthusiast
Legendary member of 60s band The Troggs and Crop Circle enthusiast - Reg Presley, has released a book about mysteries and conspiracies. Tonight he talks about Wild Thing, The Trogg tapes & Crop circles In recent years, The Troggs' frontman, Reg Presley has become as well known for his obsession with crop circles as for penning evergreen pop hits like 'Love Is All Around' and 'With a Girl Like You'. Indeed, in 1994 when Wet Wet Wet spent a whopping 15 weeks at number one with their cover of 'Love Is All Around', Reg famously joked that on receipt of the imminent royalties, he'd finally be able to devote all his time to investigating the mysterious field formations. Reg's interest in the paranormal was piqued one summer's day in 1990 when he walked into a crop formation at Alton Barnes in Marlborough. His life was changed forever. The following years were spent researching Crop Circles, conspiracies and unexplained phenomena. He even found time to make an appearance in forthcoming Crop Circle movie 'A Place To Stay'. Reg has finally documented his findings in his first book 'Wild Things They Don't Tell Us'.

Thursday 23 September
KING KING Featuring Alan Nimmo + Lewis Creaven Band
Running with the King King ethos that more is always more when it comes to talent, this summer’s audiences will also be treated to a special guest in the form of Craig Blundell, recently described by Drummer magazine as `one of the UK's most versatile and staggeringly talented players`. A hugely gifted and resourceful musician, Craig is also clearly a dynamo at juggling – aside from live performances, the last year has seen him in constant demand for worldwide drumming clinics, recording sessions, instructional books and even a documentary. With this lineup of top-shelf musicians, King King could only draw their inspiration from the best in the business, ranging from legendary greats such as BB King and Albert Collins to the shining lights of contemporary blues like Joe Bonamassa and John Mayer. Drawing on their combined talent whilst cherry-picking the hottest influences, the band has pushed boundaries to craft a fresh, powerful new angle on blues rock which is as infectious as it is accomplished. www.myspace.com/kingkingblues LEWIS CREAVEN BAND: Lewis has been a part of the Bristol music scene from a very young age (picking up a guitar at the age of ten), and now fronting his own band, the word of his talent is. www.creaven.co.uk £7Adv from Bristol ticket Shop Tel 01179299008 www.bristolticketshop.co.uk £10 on the Door

Friday 24 September
ARCHIMEDES + Really Really+ A Day At The Races + In Your Honour
ARCHIMEDES:`Up and coming 4 piece indie/'melodramatic underground pop stars with a golden future and stacks of energy` - Bristol Eco Veggie Fayre www.myspace.com/wearearchimedes + Really Really: Indie pop + A Day At The Races: `Steve Lamacq's Unsigned Band Of The Week` 13/11/09 www.myspace.com/adayattheracesmusic In Your Honour:`By the time they're eighteen they'll be knocking the socks off of Kings Of Leon`- Alternative Proms www.myspace.com/inyourhonourmusic £3 on the Door

Saturday 25 September
MIKE PETERS (THE ALARM) Direct Acoustic Tour + Gerard Starkie(Witness/Blue Aeroplanes) + Russell Joslin
After 30 years in the rock and roll business, The Alarm continues as an ever-unfolding drama commanding worldwide attention starting with those early days in Rhyl - and still fronted by lead singer, guitarist, everyman and original genius Mike Peters. And it is to this man alone we turn tonight; every bit as powerful and commanding armed with acoustic guitar, harmonica and those songs of hope, spirituality, camaraderie and lifelong friendship amongst fans; fifteen hit singles including 68 Guns, Spirit of 76, Rain In The Summertime, Strength and The Stand; five million albums sold; pioneering musicality and stage-sharing duties with Dylan, U2 and Neil Young. It all adds up, don't it? No wonder Mike Peters is a legend. www.myspace.com/thealarm http://www.myspace.com/thealarm GERARD STARKIE: Gerard Starkie is one of the finest singers in England. That might sound like pure rhetoric but the evidence has long been evident from the two magnificent albums that Starkie recorded with his former band, Witness. It was after the release of the second Witness album, however, that the band quit Island Records. Despite phenomenal reviews, the album stubbornly refused to realise its heightened commercial expectations.The band decided on a different direction, with Gerard Starkie now working as a solo artist. www.myspace.com/gerardstarkiemusic http://www.myspace.com/gerardstarkie RUSSELL JOSLIN:living proof of how fresh, vigorous and abrasive an acoustic songwriter can and should be in the 21st Century.' - Tom Robinson, BBC jet black and white - the new album is now available from www.russelljoslinmusic.co.uk £10adv £12 on the door

Wednesday 29 September
Embracing All Presents; THE STRAW DOGS
www.strawdogs.org.uk

Thursday 30 September
WE WILL HAVE VICTORY
Hailing from Bristol UK, We Will Have Victory are the last word in music for a generation craving revolution from sanitised, soulless, lifeless rock. The band consists of Captain Nikki Debauls on guitar and lead vocals, Sgt JJ Memphis on Lead Guitar, Tailgunner Ruthless on the drumkit and Corporal Jack Hammer on the bass guitar. Formed from the burning wreckages of Kortez and Teenage Girls the band re-grouped and hardened their sound. The result is a twisted mix of metal and Alt rock. The bands live gigs are an awesome spectacle, dressed in f**ked up army gear - imagine if Motley Crue were actually hard enough to have fought in Vietnam - with smoke and strobe effects making them a huge pull on the gigging circuit. £4Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop £5 on the Door

Friday 01 October
WILKO JOHNSON + The Soulvents
There’s one thing you can be sure of in 2009: Wilko Johnson, the Essex Assassin, will still be wowing audiences the length of the country with the unique brand of Rhythm’n’Blues-based rock he pioneered with his band, Dr. Feelgood, in the early seventies. The perfect onstage foil for Wilko is bassist Norman Watt-Roy.Widely regarded as one of the most accomplished bass players in the country, Norman shot to fame in Ian Dury & The Blockheads and has contributed his considerable talents to recordings by artists as diverse as The Clash and Frankie Goes to Hollywood. This powerhouse trio is completed by another Blockhead, Dylan Howe. www.myspace.com/wilkojohnson www.wilkojohnson.com THE SOULVENTS:Bristol based band 'The Soulvents' mix high energy Rock n Roll with plenty of 6ts R&B and soul, their songs of inner city drama and everyday lives are ingrained in the British way of life. If its tunes to start the weekend or songs to relate too, The Soulvents are the true Merchant City Soul Rebels!! www.myspace.com/thesoulvents £12Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop £15 on the Door

Thursday 07 October
THE MEMBERS + The Stingrays
Their first Record `Solitary confinement`was releases on Stiff records in 1978 and is now a collectors item they then signed to Virgin Records. Their first Virgin single, `Sound of the Suburbs,` made it into the British Top 10 selling 250,000 copies in 3 months (it has since sold 1,000,000 copies), Their first LP, Live at the Chelsea Nightclub, Was listed as one of the top 20 punk Lp's by record collector After one more album for Virgin in 1980, 1980 the Choice Is Yours, they moved to Martin Rushents Electro/80's Label Genetic to record to the classic Uprhythm, Downbeat (released in 1983 in the U.K. as Going West), broadening their sound with horns and a more serious attitude.`Working Girl` from the album was a huge hit in the USA. The Members reformed in 2008 and played some shows in London in 2009 they recorded a New Version of their 80's Uk Hit Offshore banking business called International Financial crisis. In 2009 the Band the unit of Jean-marie Carroll Chris Payne and New Drummer Nick Cash began touring the UK and Europe. They are recording a new Album with original Guitarist Nigel Bennett. www.themembers.co.uk THE STINGRAYS:Recent radio play of the Stingrays has stimulated new interest in this post punk/new wave band which sold its wares around Bristol in the late 70’s. Releasing two singles and supporting the likes of U2, UK Subs, The Pretenders and John Peel on the way. Between 1977 & 1980 The Stingrays included twenty different members which, some may say, is a lot for a three piece. www.myspace.com/stingrays £8Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop Union Street, Bristol Tel 01179299008 www.bristolticketshop.co.uk

Friday 15 October
SOUL DRESSING (Classic Soul and Blues)
New Groovy Blue outfit featuring Johnny Henderson[hammond],Neil Smith[guitar],Tammy Payne[drums],Craig Crofton[sax]and Guy Calhoun[bass]. Playing reworked classic soul and blues tunes from Booker T and MG's,Papa Willie Mitchell and Jimi Hendrix FREE ENTRY

Saturday 16 October
CLAYSON & THE ARGONAUTS + ALIEN STASH TIN
There are people around still, who'll tell you that Clayson and the Argonauts were the greatest group ever formed.` Alan Clayson and the Argonauts first performed on the 9th January 1977 at the 100 club, and fast became a traveling rock asylum. Forced out of a venue in Reading at gunpoint, band members in prison or quitting altogether, one going on to co produce `You’re the one that I want` and another to father a future member of Girls Aloud, Alan Clayson and the Argonauts went on to gig all around the country and through the punk era, and a whole host of exciting exploits. From a near lynching in Birmingham, to a punch up in Canning Town, to women clambering on stage to tear of the Clayson’s clothes, it can be expected that a reunion will bring a night of rock and frivolity - 70’s style! www.alanclayson.com ALIEN STASH TIN:`This album is very very good. It is unique. It is obviously the result of a lot of intense work. If all musicians could produce an album of this quality in their lifetime, they would die happy. Off it goes, straight into the Bristol Rocks top 10, well done AST!` Kevin (BristolRocks.co.uk) www.myspace.com/alienstashtin 7pm. £5Adv /£7 on the Door

Thursday 28 October
DAVE ARCARI Slide Blues Maverick!
``Dave plays like he got his skin turned inside out and pretty soon my skin was inside out too listening and it was all good. That boy bleeds for you… he a real down deep player and a soul man.`` Seasick Steve... Slide guitarist & songwriter Dave Arcari plays National guitar-driven alt.blues that owes as much to trash country, punk and rockabilly as it does pre-war Delta blues. A series of shows with the mighty Alabama3 (by personal request from the band), gigs with Seasick Steve, Son of Dave and Jon Spencer, and a tour in Estonia (including headline slots at the Augustibluus Festival) have helped establish Arcari as a formidable international solo performer and built a media reputation as a 'hell-raising National guitar madman'... www.myspace.com/davearcari www.davearcari.com/ £4Adv £5 on the Door ------------------------------------

Friday 29 October
SHARON KING & The Reckless Angels + The PORTRAITS
A spinner of confessional tales and a troubadour in the truest sense, Sharon King excels as a live performer. Supported by her hypnotic, rock-steady acoustic guitar, her endearingly candid dry humour creates a relaxed intimacy with the crowd. 24 Hours : 'This debut album is bursting with talent ... ' (The Scotsman) 'A captivating release that fully deserves wider recognition ... ' ' ... her voice is an alluring and fresh blend of country and folk stylings which possess considerable reserves of strength ' Rock n Reel www.sharonkingmusic.co.uk THE PORTRAITS are Lorraine (vocals, rhythm guitar) and Jeremy (piano, vocals) Millington. Their simple observations of adult life from the perspective of those that have loved, lost, travelled, had children and laughed about it all, make for a cosy brand of acoustic pop with beautiful harmonies and folk and world music tinges. `The Portraits are Grammy worthy.` IAE MAGAZINE, JUNE 2010 `The Portraits always sound fresh and inspired. 'The Blushing Of A World In White' is a must-have album.` WILDY HASKELL, WILDY’S WORLD, MAY 2010 www.theportraits.info www.myspace.com/theportraitseurope Tickets £4Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop Tel 01179299008 www.bristolticketshop.co.uk

Thursday 04 November
MICHELLE SHOCKED & BAND
Michelle Shocked music and performances are influenced by her Texas roots, her political activism, and a self-assured style that launched her worldwide career with the no1 uk indie album the `Camp Fire Tapes`. Shocked is a traveler and a troubadour; a “picker-poet,” as they say in Texas. She left Texas to travel, Kerouac-style, a musical vagabond caught up in Reagan-era grassroots politics. Two intense, seemingly divergent, emotions - love and anger - dovetail on Shocked's new album `Soul of my Soul` that is passionate in every sense. The CD spotlights Shocked where she’s always shone brightest live onstage, delivering for an audience. ``This life-affirming performance ran the full gamut of human emotion... What transpired was my favourite gig of the year so far.`` The Independent www.michelleshocked.com www.myspace.com/mshocked £17Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop Union Street, Bristol Tel 01179299008 www.bristolticketshop.co.uk £20 on the Door

Thursday 11 November
SONGWRITERS NIGHT with BENNY GALLAGHER-Legendary Songwriter, Nicki Lloyd, Julie Baker & Appalachia
In an intimate evening of songs and stories of his days as a Staff Writer with The Beatles Publishing Co. Apple, Benny performs all the hits he penned for McGuinness Flint, Gallagher & Lyle, Art Garfunkel, Don Williams, Garth Brooks (Concert in Central Park), Simon and Garfunkel (Concert in Central Park), and LemonJelly to name but a few..... along with some great songs from his latest Album `At The Edge of the Wave.` www.myspace.com/bennygallagher £10Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop Tel 0179299008 £12 on the door

Friday 12 November
THE EMPERIALS
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. They`re set consists of their own take on classic ska songs, from the days of 2tone, Trojan and Studio One, they never fail to fill a venue, get the dance floor packed and the crowds singing, dancing and shouting for more! www.myspace.com/theemperials £4Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop £5 on the door

Wednesday 24 November
WILL SELF (On stage 8pm)
Celebrated author of novels, short stories and non-fiction, Will Self contributes to many publications and regularly appears on radio and television. Will will talk on his circumambulation of Los Angeles, and Hollywood in general, and read excerpts from the new book: 'Walking to Hollywood'. He will be on stage @ 8pm and do readings, questions & answers and finish with book signings. www.willself.com £10Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop Tel 01179299008

Thursday 09 December
MILES HUNT & ERIC NOCKALLS(The Wonder Stuff)
Miles Hunt has been the singer & guitarist in UK band The Wonder Stuff, since 1986. Still performing & writing with The Wonder Stuff (www.thewonderstuff.com) as well as occasional solo gigs with Erica Nockalls (Fiddle player with The Wonder Stuff). Currently contributing songs to BBC children's t.v show 'Underground Ernie' (undergroundernie.com) and their new album `Catching More Than We Miss` will be out in March 2009. www.myspace.com/theactualmileshunt www.myspace.com/ericanockalls Tickets £7Adv £10 on door

Friday 10 December
IAN MCNABB(Icicle Works)
Former The Icicle Works frontman Ian McNabb joins the Thunderbolt line-up with a formidable back catalogue and series of accolades already behind him. With his 1994 Mercury Music Prize nominated album featuring the legendary Crazy Horse as his backing band, comparisons to Neil Young are obvious, but with an intrinsic knack for melody you have a feeling McNabb may still be just getting started. `The sweetest guy in rock'n'roll - a legend as far as I am concerned.` - Alan McGee www.ianmcnabb.com £10Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop Tel 01179299008 £13 on the door

Wednesday 22 December
WILFREDO`S XMAS SACK Character comedy at its finest..The Independent TBC
The apotheosis of the lounge singer, Wilfredo is currently causing a frenzy of excitement on the UK festival circuit. His interpretation of english-language popular song - ranging from the Rolling Stones to Amy Winehouse - are winning him countless fans and a particularly large following of female admirers. In his native Andalucia, Wilfredo is known as El Niño de Granada ('The Boy From Granada') where - in 1977 - he was propelled to messiah-like status, having survived an assassination attempt at the Benidorm International Song Contest. Wilfredo is truly on the cusp of greatness so this is a rare opportunity to catch him playing an intimate gig. KATY TUCKER will be on the wheels of steel. Tickets £4 from Bristol Ticket Shop 01179299008 £5 on the door

Thursday 23 December
THE TERMITES
THE TERMITES Termites are a four piece psych combo from Bristol and London. Having taken a long holiday they're back with a new album of fuzzed out, frantic rockers with a couple of slow dances thrown in for good measure. Termites sound like alot of your favourite English bands. www.myspace.com/terminaltermites £4Adv £5 on the door

Friday 24 December
Christmas Eve THE 45s
Bobby comes from a family of legends! His mother is Carleen Anderson, The Young Disciples singer. His grandmother is the famous soul singer Vicky Anderson. His Grandfather was Bobby Byrd - James Brown's mainman in the Blue Flames. That soul is running in his blood! And what about the young man himself. Well Bobby Anderson has superlungs. His guitar's got a sweet fuzzbox and Bob and the boys play souped up soul classics. Be warned you are in for a soulstorming night! £4Adv from Bristol Ticket Shop & from The Thunderbolt £5 on the Door www.myspace.com/fortyfivesrockandroll

Saturday 25 December
XMAS DAY OPEN 12-3pm
If you need a walk or just want to get out. Come and celebrate xmas day at the Thunderbolt with Mulled Wine and mince pies. DJ CHRIS BADLEY will be playing a mix of yuletide and dancefloor classics for the kids and families!

Friday 31 December
NEW YEARS EVE with THE REACHAROUNDS
The Reacharounds: cheesy tunes bitch-slapped with double rock guitar action. Rasputin to Devil Woman, Take On Me to Word Up, Remember your a womble, we take the shits and make them hits. Have a listen to our tracks on our website at www.thereacharounds.co.uk £15Adv from The Thunderbolt and Bristol Ticket Shop Union Street, Bristol www.bristolticketshop.co.uk TICKETS NOT AVAILABLE ON THE DOOR

Thursday 12 May
JOHN OTWAY and WILD WILLY BARRETT
The pair first achieved notoriety with an eye-watering performance on Old Grey Whistle Test and subsequent hit single Really Free in 1977. Otway's heady mix of blind ambition and rank incompetence was to keep this microstar shining for almost two decades despite his ability to turn any situation to his own disadvantage. His autobiography Rock and Roll's Greatest Failure out sold, by a factor of ten, all the records he had released since his hit. Wild Willy Barrett is one of the most accomplished multi-instrumentalists working today, playing acoustic classical guitar with an original style and virtuosity few could match. His musical style is witty and his humour onstage is dry. www.johnotway.com £10Adv £12 on the Door