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Portishead, Tricky and Massive Attack all came to define Bristol in the 90’s, turning a British city once known for being a slavery port into a thriving centre of underground culture.
The stomping ground of notorious graffiti artist Banksy and the source of some of the 00’s finest British comedy, Bristol has remained a musical mecca. Venues The Academy, The Thekla and The Fleece draw in the crowds from neighboring West country towns, showcasing the finest local and international talent.
In the tradition of the trippier, more relaxed musicians the city has given birth to we offer up three free sounds of the city for you to try out below.
Florrie
Artist: Florrie
Track: “Give Me Your Love”
Sounds like: The quiet girl in class coming out of her shell and kicking ass
For fans of: Katy Perry, Robyn, Marina & The Diamonds
Ylid
Artist: Ylid
Track: “When The Darkness Seems Relentless”
Sounds like: Long walks home in the winter
For fans of: Jon Hopkins, Atlas Sound, Boards of Canada
Francois and the Atlas Mountains
Artist: Frànçois and the Atlas Mountains
Track: “Royan”
Sounds like: Sould filtered through the lungs of a wandering Frenchman
For fans of: Johanna Newsome, Van Dyke Parks, Melanie Laurent
