Recap: LEISURE @ Thekla, Bristol
I went into LEISURE’s sold-out Bristol show at Thekla convinced it would be a fairly chilled affair—R&B-funk sounds that would provide a gentle glide into the weekend. What I got was the exact opposite—pure, unfiltered energy that transformed the entire room. Jackson Homer, a Midlands-based producer and DJ, kicked things off with warm, house-leaning grooves […]
Live Recap: La Sécurité @ Thekla
Despite legions of bands currently tearing through the festival circuit, the lure of Bristol’s floating venue, Thekla, remains strong. The beloved boat is still more than capable of delivering exhilarating midweek entertainment. Bella Union’s new recruits, La Sécurité—a Canadian dance-punk group from Montreal promising a funky treat—headlined Wednesday’s show. Kicking things off, however, was a […]
Banksy’s Original Grim Reaper Stays At The M Shed
Banksy‘s Grim Reaper will stay at the M Shed after it was loaned from its original place at Thekla Banksy’s original work was painted on the side of Thekla about 10 years ago and stayed there until the boat/nightclub shored onto dry docks for renovation. Exposure to the elements seemed to be causing long term […]