INTERIM

Bristol based experimental psychedelic rock band back after a stellar support from fall of the west this time theyre headlining themselfs

https://www.instagram.com/interim__band/

TRAITORS

Garage Rock, Alternative Blues Duo

https://www.instagram.com/traitors.banduk/

CALDER BAXTER:

Talented Singer/Songwriter and guitarist

https://open.spotify.com/album/259XpudhVwIaEcDRMTYsFI?si=8QAEoxjeQH6aa2MJ6Ca8pg&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaf7lAQhYWDw342rzk-Er8kua4KCCQmDoWQcQ7B7cssLkMw1C1cd4v5wIlxS-g_aem_allOFfIzJI6MykeL5I8tuw&nd=1&dlsi=d82e842ae3b7458f

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e137815

A grassroots gig at The Thunderbolt, Bristol, hosted by POLYGAZE. Join us this November for an evening of indie rock with music from the likes of The Beatles, Guided by Voices and The Strokes

Line up ~

Have You Seen This Cat?

HAVE YOU SEEN THIS CAT? are not a real band, just a flimsy excuse to sell cat based merch. They also make really good music though. Just like all your favourite indie bands, but way more sexy and fun.

The Spiritus Mundi

The Spiritus Mundi is a brand new Bristol-based 5 piece rock and roll band comprising members hailing from Sweden, the UK and Canada. With a sound derived from vintage 60's garage rock and soul crossed with 90's shoegaze, Americana, grunge and loads of catchy, hook-laden songs, The Spiritus Mundi aims to put on lively, danceable performances that showcase the redeeming power of Rock and Roll.

George Wilding

For over a decade, George Wilding has stood out from the crowd, hopping genres and creating new sounds. His troubadoric-natured songs have been described as ‘Kinks-esque psychedelic folk’, ‘shambient Britrock’ and ‘beat-poet penned pop anthems’. Along the way he’s supported Newton Faulkner, The Levellers, Toploader, The Hoosiers, Flyte and many more. Notable radio plays include BBC Intro, Radio 2 and 6 Music. Ten years may be a long time in the fickle world of music-making, but I suggest that, if anything, he is just getting going. Watch this space.

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 George Wilding

9:15pm - 9:45pm The Spiritus Mundi

10:00pm - 10:45pm Have You Seen This Cat

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

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e139179

ALIEN STASH TIN

Alien Stash Tin hail from Bristol, UK. Performing a crazy mix of space rock, classic rock and punk

https://www.facebook.com/alienstashtin

DAVE PURPLES HOT WIRES

Passionate playing 3 piece of guitar, harmonica, bass & drums. Bluesy funky and rock style originals and covers

https://www.facebook.com/DavePurplesHotWires

UNCLE RUSTYS POCKET SAND

UNCLE RUSTYS POCKET SAND

Here for a good time, and a bad time.

We don't know what we're doing, but we're having fun doing it.

Bristol, UK

https://unclerustypocketsand.bandcamp.com/community

https://www.instagram.com/uncle.rustys.pocket.sand/

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e137810

POINT 5

Alt-rock / Grunge band

https://www.instagram.com/point5_band/

NEW PERSONA

indie rock from bristol

https://www.instagram.com/newpersonaband/

SHUTTERSPEED

90s influenced shoegaze/alt rock

https://www.instagram.com/shutterspeed_band/

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e139566

My Mate Dennis are new, loud and somehow managing to unite the Midlands, South Wales, and the South West in one gloriously messy sound. They’re the kind of band you’ll brag about seeing early so now’s your chance.

Main support comes from Viduals, a Bristol/Swindon outfit who really know what they’re doing and gracefully supporting My Mate Dennis as they grow. They’re tight, seasoned and always enjoying what they do.

Opening the night are Fall of the West, flying the Bristol flag with noisy precision and just the right amount of nonchalant coolness.

It’s live music.

It’s loud.

It’s probably exactly what you need.

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e134354

BEAKER

Legendary late-90s Oxford indie group Beaker are back at the thunderbolt again

The all-female group garnered a loyal following during the heady days of the late-90s Oxford rock scene.

Despite not having performed together since 1999, band members were brought together by the tragic death of bassist Kim Parsons in 2023. The mutual support they provided to each other in a time of sadness rekindled #social and musical relationships, and inevitably led to talk of getting the old band together.

The band will be formed by original members Clare, Teresa, and Sam, and they will be joined by the wonderful Hayley Wright on bass, formerly of Harry Angel and the fabulous Emma Hunter, who really needs no introduction as she is her own musical sensation

https://open.spotify.com/track/46wsjNTR0lJH60UGS0EAAa?si=eNxiagLPQjSfwc_J0GG78Q

THE FREAK SHOW

Bristol based girlies making folky pop chaos

https://www.instagram.com/thefreakshow_band/

SACRELIGION

https://www.instagram.com/sac.religion/

TICKETS: 6 adv £7 otd https://hdfst.uk/e137811

BALLOON TOMB

bristols silly little shouty band

https://www.instagram.com/balloon_tomb/

ALIBI

loud, raw and unapologetic alt rock from bristol

https://www.instagram.com/weareyouralibi/

KWILKYN

Get your fix of whimsy here

https://www.instagram.com/kwilkyn_music/

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e139567

WICKED WORLD PROMOTIONS is proud to present the third of the monthly metal nights at the thunderbolt this time featuring

SIGILS

coming all the way from macclesfield this four piece are committed to creating emotional melodies, sonic vastness and cathartic moments.

coming off the release of their debut album '108' they are set to bring their towering, immersive soundscapes to the Bristol metal scene

https://www.instagram.com/sigils_band/

SHADOW OF ICARUS

newcomers to the Bristol metal scene but making their presence know with hard hitting performances not to be missed. this will be only the second time gracing the stage at the thunderbolt but will definitely be one not to be missed

https://www.instagram.com/shadowoficarus/

REDSHIFT

a progressive metal trio who balance aggressive technical passages with inviting hooks. the last time these guys graced the stage at the thunderbolt was back in march and we cant wait to have them back

https://www.instagram.com/redshiftbanduk/

TICKETS: https://hdfst.uk/e136417

THE BRACKISH return to The Thunderbolt for their "Album Launch- Pack it in my Liege"

THE BRACKISH

The Brackish are a 4-piece experimental band from Bristol, UK. First formed in 2012, the band have released five albums and are finalising their sixth.

Constantly evolving, the band draws inspiration from a wide range of musical influences, art, films, places and people.

The Brackish sound is characterised by its use of dynamics, long-form composition and improvisation. Face melting heavyness gives way to gentle, spacious soundscapes within a single composition. Kraut-like grooves, polyrhythms, violent melodic statements and psychedelic, freeform improvisation are present in equal measure. Always expressed with a strong emphasis on melody and narrative, aiming to take the listener on journeys of much needed escapism.

EARL TEMPLE FOUNDATION

Emerging from the verdant slopes of Strouds five valleys, Earl Temple Foundation play juzzpankjazzpuzzjunk: Neo-post-punk-motorik-proto-disco-juzz

https://www.instagram.com/earltemplefoundation/

THEE PSYCHICS

Garage Punk Psych from Bristol UK

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564174042550&locale=be_BY

£9Adv from Headfirst https://hdfst.uk/e141307

£10 on the Door

THE THUNDERBOLT IS CLOSED FOR A PRIVATE PARTY!

GRIMTOWN

Ye mums new fav band, indie up and comers music from Bristol

https://www.instagram.com/grimtown_/

THE PROBLEM SOULS

A brand new band from Bristol (Dino Brewster, Dan Pye, Matt Kempa) they have a Britpop-influenced sound and soulful melodies tied to unforgettable hooks!

https://www.instagram.com/theproblemsouls/

213 PARK AVENUE

The best in 70's Glam rock & Punk. 213 Park Avenue brings you the music of Lou Reed, David Bowie, The New York Dolls, Johnny Thunders and more.

https://213parkavenue.uk/

TICKETS: £6Adv from Bristol.com £7 on the door

https://hdfst.uk/e139568