Fusing the sounds of folk and neo-soul with sharp, relatable lyrics, ZENA is an exciting fresh talent on the South West music scene. Growing up as part of a musical family with eclectic tastes, and participating in choirs and groups throughout her youth, ZENA finds power in connecting with audiences through performance. Her songs touch on a range of themes from childhood and heartbreak, to politics and society. Inspired by artists such as Erykah Badu, Amy Winehouse, Fiona Apple and Lianne La Havas, ZENA has worked hard to develop a strong and distinctive vocal with lyrics that meditate on girlhood, womanhood and survival. With only two singles out in the world, 'The Bedbugs' and 'You Really Need to Water the Plants, ZENA has already performed at a variety of festivals across the South West including Valley Fest 2022 and Victorious 2024, and venues in Bristol such as The Fleece, Thekla and The Jam Jar.

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ZIGGY 2000 X SSADCHARLIE

A double header gig at The Gallimaufry on the 17th July.

An unexpected pairing that no one saw coming, except us :)

All hail Ziggy 2000 - candy princess and Bristol’s new bubblegrunge sweetheart. The lovechild of melodramatic pop ballads, gritty alternative rock and all things indie sleaze, it is as if she culminates in a dazzling puff of smoke. Be sure to expect a strong whiff of whimsy, searingly crunchy guitars and powerfully nostalgic melodies that burrow deep into your chest — returning, as if conjured through her magic, back home into your heart.

Bristol-born, Ssadcharlie graces the lineup with performance credits like Glastonbury Festival, Love Saves the Day and Boomtown already under their belt. Their sound draws on influences across genres from punk to hip hop and originally inspired by the 2016 Soundcloud artist era. Ssadcharlie is an introspective artist and producer exploring homophobia, love and adolescence.

Ziggy 2000 fans, meet Ssadcharlie, Ssadcharlie fans, meet Ziggy2000.

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Emelina Murphy is a rising Bristol-based artist whose music channels the daring spirit of 70s and 80s art pop and rock era. Inspired by the likes of Kate Bush, Björk, and David Bowie, her sound blends theatrical flair with emotional depth, offering a distinctive and genre-blurring experience. On stage, Emelina is magnetic - her dynamic performances are immersive, high-energy, and designed to leave a lasting impression

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Mike Dennis, rapping violinist and The Gallimaufry's longstanding Open Mic host is joined by Chai Wallah's very own Potter for a double-header of premium quality.

Mike will have live drums at this gig, which is an exciting development.

Expect tongue twisters, unusual concepts, classical violin and to be moved.

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Below the Belt collective is Grassroots, DIY, genre diverse and champion the best of the South West. Below the Belt is setting up shop in The Gallimaufry every Thursday night, showcasing grassroots, genre-bending and local artists. Come find some new music.

Kicking things off with a double header gig:

HAMBURGER (shoegaze, sleaze, indie pop)

formed in Bristol after a fateful meeting in a fast food joint. On the back of their latest EP ‘Beat Back The Ghouls’, where the band takes their sound in a more lush, subtle and layered direction. On this record Hamburger create a more complex and sophisticated sound, flitting masterfully between driven guitar hooks, emotive lilting melodies, singalong angst-fuelled hits and warm dreamy fuzz.

LIFTER (indie folk)

released their first album ‘Clasping Hands with the Moribund’ in October‘24 taking musical cues from a diverse range of sources, including slowcore, folk, country, and indie rock. A handful of influences would include The Fairport Convention and Duster. Silver Jews and Sparklehorse inspired their earlier work, all in all adding to a much scrappier and heavier sound in comparison to this more intricate and pastoral feel they’ve begun to adopt.

FFO: Belle & Sebastian,Smashing Pumpkins, lots of people playing instruments at the same time, Nick Drake.

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Hannah Brooks going back to back with Chunksito from 9pm till bedtime.

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Join us for the final Semper Thursday, where we will reimagine the electric and genre-bending music of the London based DJ collective Brighter Days Family. Jam packed full of special features soon to be announced!

Simply some of our favourites… all night, with us… lucky you.

So here they are, hosted by the Bridport storyteller poet Dylan Ross, the guests of honour (including Dylan) are:

Myer U Clark is a gentle Bristol-based singer-songwriter and melody fanatic.

An obsessive of old English folk tunes and PC Music equally, he has a penchant for the emotional and the absurd; especially in folk and theatrical musical environments - and his conscientious vocals overlaid on intricately fingerpicked guitar melodies have drawn comparisons with artists like John Martyn and Nick Drake.

Eva Penney Band is captivating and at times cutting, she has always been honest in her music, constantly treading an uneasy line between metaphor and truth.

With a sound inspired by alternative and acoustic folk, the electronic and DIY elements weaved into her recordings and performances create a unique and warming listening experience.

Bristol Based 4 piece Nanda Devi lay down spaced out cosmic jams with hybrid elements of jazz, funk and psychedelic fusion. With hard hitting grooves and and liquid instrumentals Nanda Devi weave their way through original compositions and hip re-works of fusion classics that pry on the elements of making you want to get down.

Drums - Fergus Segrove

Keys - Sam Lawrence

Bass - Will Murphy

Guitar - Tom Holman

All we can say is we will be announcing this guest on the day, this is only a limited capacity venue so let’s give everyone a chance to get inside. Keep your eyes peeled for it or just come down early and find out!

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Frequent Galli Disk Jockeys, Dre and FelixJoy (SWU.fm) soundtrack your Friday night with dancefloor classics and noughties crowdpleasers.

DRE B2B FELIXJOY

9pm-late

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Come down for another night of high energy improvisation. Joined by drum master Henry Terrett on kit, Harry Furniss of “Improvs Greatest Hits” on Cornett, and groove machine Will Rogers on bass.

And on the third residency date, the gods of post-folk-rock proclaimed that it will be the night of other people’s songs.

Down the galli, listening to some of the best musicians in a BS postcode playing some of the best songs this space rock of ours has produced.

Have a look at it, what do you think it’s about, loads of and loads of covers of your favourite songs like “ABBA and other things lol” and as the person writing this I’ll tell you something, when Anna tells me “ABBA and other things lol” I guarantee you that ABBA is the least of your worries- I mean things to look forward to.

Some of your favourite songs reworked into that classic EAB sound, god aren’t you so so lucky.

Join Howell's Grooving Castle to celebrate the end of a busy and exciting academic and kick off the summer season! Returning to the Gallimaufry with a set of brand new Maffs originals mixed with classic feel-good covers - the perfect summer cocktail!! Led by organist Ellis Howell and featuring the authentic songwriting and vocal talent that is Alice Maffs; join the Grooving Castle for a night of summery soul and blissful blues.

The duo are underpinned by some of the very best Bristol-based instrumental talent: Tom Leaverland (guitar), Henry Giudici (bass), George Milnes (drums), Alys Kemmitt (trumpet/flugel), Alice Cleak (trombone) and Tristan van der Linden (tenor sax). They come together for a sound not to be missed in this third instalment of Howell's Grooving Castle at the Gallimaufry.

FFO - Amy Winehouse, Olivia Dean, Leon Bridges, Durand Jones & the Indications.

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From 1936-1941 Haile Selassie was exiled to Fairfield House, Bath, England due to Mussolini's invasion of Ethiopia. Upon his return to Ethiopia, a flourishing jazz scene emerged spawning such luminaries as Mulatu Astake, Hailu Mergia & Walias Band during the 60s & 70s.

Fairfield House is now a community hub and heritage attraction dedicated to the lives of Haile Selassie and the Ethiopian royal family in exile:
fairfieldhousebath.co.uk

2024 marked 70yrs of Haile Selassie as Hon. Freeman of the City of Bath and Fairfield House Ethio-Jazz Project was assembled to perform at the celebrations across the city.

Featuring some of the South-West's finest musicians (and including a visiting guest from London) performing Ethio-Jazz classics and original compositions:
Trevor Mires - trombone
Gary Alesbrook - flugelhorn/trumpet
Harriet Riley - vibraphone
Ross Hughes - bass clarinet/flute/synth
Riaan Vosloo - double bass
Mark Whitlam - drums
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This is Xav Clarke's first gig in his new hometown of Bristol. Joined by an old friend (Milly) and a new friend (Jim) as he stands in the transition of two worlds - playing a show that brings his past into harmony with his future here - we're all looking forward to hearing them jamming it out to you in the present as we set sail on a new journey together...

Xav Clarke is an artist blurring the lines between homespun philosophical lyric writing and wonked-out cinematic soundscapes informed by his composition work for animation and film. His songs are about the personal amidst the enormous, life between extinctions, set to a psychedelic folk soundtrack where everything that bleeps and bloops is covered in moss and someone's dug out some enthusiasm for life from between the rocks. Fresh from the release of his highly anticipated album 'Fossil Forest' -produced by Mercury Prize winner Mike Lindsay (Tunng / LUMP) - Xav takes his kaleidoscopic psychedelic indie pop to the stage.

Jusjim is well known to the Galli stage as drummer of the pioneering Waldo's Gift crew. Mixing melodic jazz phrases with angular electronic rhythms and the raw energy of punk and metal, James' rhythmic approach is truly unique. Hear his ever-evolving, mind-blowing solo project and find out if a fox ate his shoes last night. We love this man!

Raised in Brighton surrounded by the music of Rickie Lee Jones, Joni Mitchell and Joan Armatrading, Milly Upton got her start in music young. With a voice that evokes memories of the Greenwich Village scene in 1970, Milly carries listeners away with her gently swaying indie pop songs.

An incredible free entry line-up, the start of something truly beautiful. Welcome, Xav.

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Tenor saxophonist Dan Newberry joins us for an exploration of swing through the ages. Come down for an evening journeying through burning bebop, McCoy’s modal explorations and Newberry’s soaring jazz originals.
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Hibiscus are an up and coming NEO-SOUL duo, based in Bristol. After meeting at college in Exeter, Eva and Lily have built a strong musical collaboration, strengthened by their palpable synergy and close friendship. Likened to artists such as Eloise, Cleo Sol and Nai Palm, their wholesome and tender songwriting draws from their experiences as young women navigating adulthood.

After performing around Bristol for a year as a duo, they are making their band debut here at the Gallimaufry, with a selection of incredibly talented musicians and friends. Expect intricate harmonies and emotive lyricism, as they serenade you through an evening of love, laughter and maybe some tears.

BEN CIPOLLA has cemented his reputation as ‘one to watch’ on the UK music scene, captivating audiences with his effortlessly joyous performances and knack for crafting irresistibly catchy songs. Known for his warm, sun-dappled sound, Cipolla continues to evolve as a songwriter, weaving new stories and influences into his music.

Currently working on his next album, Cipolla builds on the success of his previous release, Casa Mia, which explored his deepening connection to his Sicilian heritage. His new project promises to further showcase his signature blend of jazz-infused melodies, soulful vocals, and heartfelt lyricism.

Born and raised in Wiltshire and now based in Bristol, Cipolla has garnered airplay on BBC Introducing, BBC Radio 1, and BBC Radio 2. His impressive live performances have seen him support respected artists such as Edgelarks and Ninebarrow, perform at the BBC Swing Jazz Prom at the Royal Albert Hall with Clare Teal, and share lineups with the likes of Gregory Porter at the Cheltenham Jazz Festival. He has also appeared at Manchester Jazz Festival, WOMAD, and Shambala Festival, further solidifying his place as an exciting and dynamic artist on the rise.

FFO- Eloise, Cleo Sol and Nai Palm

A double-header not to be missed.

MLY (alt pop/folk)
Following from a spellbinding stripped back set supporting Ivor Novello Rising Star nominee Ashaine White in February, MLY returns to The Gallimaufry for a full-band headline show. Bristol-based artist MLY blends alt-pop and folk to create ‘sad-gal-campfire-bangers’ inspired by the likes of Blondie, Garbage and Daughter. Her self-produced sound merges live instrumentation with airy synths and intricate samples, creating a distinctive blend that’s both introspective and expansive. Live, she is joined by Miranda Faye on violin and vocals, Louis Cherniavsky on bass and Issy Rose on drums.

Her latest single, Dog Fight, embraces healing and growth in opposition to feral reactivity. The track showcases her growth in production and further pushes the boundaries of her lyricism following previous singles Madonna and Lovers. Her releases have seen support from BBC Bristol, BBC Introducing, Ujima Radio, Bristol 247, and Clunk Magazine. Recent performances include iconic Bristol venues Rough Trade, Thekla, Louisiana, and Crofters Rights, intimate sets for Sofar Sounds, as well as festivals including Dot to Dot and Harbourfest.

JOELY JUNE (folk)
A soft gut punch of soaring melodies, gritty slide guitar and ear worm hooks that'll engulf you like a warm hug.

LUNA KALI (Neo-soul/R&B)
Returning for a very special full band show, Luna Kali is a multilingual singer from Portugal who loves Neo-Soul, R&B and Indigenous Folk Music. She is known for her rich and soulful tone with elements of playfulness and embellishment. With her powerful and authentic lyrics, Luna expresses her experiences navigating the generational pressure of being an immigrant and longing for unity, while also highlighting her journey through her mixed heritage.

AMRI (soul/R&B)
Amri fuses her roots into putting a spin on her much-loved Soul and R&B to create a fresh new, jazzy colourful sound. Her lyrics touch on her exposure in the world as a young woman of colour; translating this into getting you to feel, sing and move with her. With so many inspirations she pulls from, her soulful, sweet melodies will surely hold a piece of something you love and play over in your head!
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