Immerse yourself in an eclectic range of bold new music from some of the West of England’s most forward-thinking artists as Marla Kether, ssadcharlie, t l k and Tlya X An (TXN) take to the stage in the Above The Noise Showcase.
This is your chance to experience previously unheard and unreleased material from some of the region’s most exciting acts perform live in the intimate setting of Lantern Hall, covering everything from uplifting soul and R&B, hypnotic electronica, urgent alt-pop, and cathartic hip-hop / punk fusion.
This showcase follows a day of talks from top music industry experts as part of our one-day music industry event designed to connect the region’s music scene with the modern music industry.
Presented by Bristol Beacon
Format: In-person standing event
Age: 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult)
Event times
Doors: 19:00
Start: 19:30
Finish: 22:00
All timings are approximate and subject to change
Supported by the PRSF Talent Development Network
Ticket prices & offers
Ticket prices
Standard price: £11.20 incl. booking fee
Open concession: £7.84 incl. booking fee
Open Concession tickets are available to anyone who cannot pay the standard ticket price at that time, or there is another reason which means you normally benefit from a concessionary price.
You do not need to explain or prove why you need to access a lower price, but it is there if you need it.
Multibuy offer
Standard price: £22.40 incl. booking fee
Open concession: £14.56 incl. booking fee
Access both the Above The Noise Conference and Showcase for a reduced price with the multibuy offer.
How to book
- add a ticket for each event to your basket
- proceed to checkout
- your tickets will be discounted at checkout stage
Marla Kether
It’s safe to say that bassist, producer and DJ Marla Kether’s musical career is as diverse as her influences. Having worked as a session and touring bassist for high profile acts such as Little Simz, Loyle Carner and Obongjayar, her debut EP ‘All That We Have’ was released in 2023 to critical acclaim.
Championed by the likes of Crack Magazine, Gilles Peterson, Bandcamp and more, her music incorporates a virtuosic blend of live Latin percussion, Theo Parrish-style groove, and driving basslines inspired by her West African heritage.
ssadcharlie
At just 21, ssadcharlie has rapidly become a formidable, genre-defying force within Bristol’s restless underground scene – having performed at Glastonbury, Boomtown, FORWARDS Festival, and even supported Giggs on the main stage at Love Saves The Day.
Renowned for their raw vulnerability and high-octane live performances, the vocalist, songwriter and producer incorporates elements of hip-hop, punk and experimental electronics into a distinct, emotionally charged sound that explores themes of love, adolescence and queer experience.
t l k
Artist, vocalist and producer t l k centres voice as the instrumental core of their live and recorded performances – utilising layers of rich vocals, field recordings, analogue synthesisers and organic instrumentation to form their cinematic and genre-bending sound.
Having performed at Glastonbury Festival, WOMAD and FORWARDS Festival (opening the main stage for Aphex Twin), and earned praise from the likes of Gilles Peterson, BBC Radio 1 and 6Music, they are set to release their debut album ‘The Noticing’ later this year.
Tlya X An (TXN)
Renowned for her high-octane live shows and incendiary blend of Y2K inspired R&B, hyper pop and earth-shaking bass – vocalist and producer Tlya X An (TXN) has quickly established herself as a formidable and multi-faceted creative force within the city.
Following her debut with esteemed indie label Spinny Nights, TXN has earned praise from the likes of BBC Radio 6, Spotify and Crack Magazine, performed at Simple Things and Dot to Dot, and recently featured on Scaler’s critically acclaimed album ‘Endlessly’.
Above The Noise 2026
The West of England’s music industry event
Thu 2 Apr
Bristol Beacon
The West of England’s music industry conference returns to Bristol Beacon this April.
Presented with Association of Independent Music (AIM), the event brings together artists and music professionals for curated talks, expert insights and practical skills to help advance careers in today’s music business.
Above The Noise Showcase 2025
Holysseus Fly, Nat Oaks and Waldo’s Gift
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Above The Noise Showcase 2025
Holysseus Fly, Nat Oaks and Waldo’s Gift
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About Lantern Hall
Bristol’s home of dazzling new music
Seating plans
Seating plans
Lantern Hall is a performance space with a flat floor that can be used in a seated or standing format. To find out more detail about our seating plans, auditorium entrances and exits and accessible viewing areas, view our seating plan page.
Venue information
Venue information
Take a closer look at our beautifully restored venue, see what’s on and view detailed information about the performance space.
The venue
Lantern Hall
at Bristol Beacon
Getting to the venue
Location: Lantern Hall is located within Bristol Beacon. Head to Level 1 and follow signs to find the auditorium.
Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found in front of the main entrance on Trenchard Street, Colston Street, and on the city centre promenade. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
Trenchard Street multi-storey car park is 200m away, directly behind Bristol Beacon.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Bristol Beacon is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. Check if your vehicle will be charged and how much you’ll have to pay.
Bus
Most bus services stop in and around the city centre promenade, 250m from Bristol Beacon.
Access
Mobility
Spaces for wheelchair users are available within the first 10 rows on the flat floor of the Hall.
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the performance space. Seats in rows AA-J on the flat floor are most suitable. If you prefer, you can leave your animal with a member of staff during the performance.
Hearing Facility
A Sennheiser MobileConnect assistive listening system is installed in the venue. Download the free App and use your own mobile device and headphones to listen to the performance. (Devices are available on request.)
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
We’ve got plenty of places for you to relax and refill. From coffee and cake, to delicious sharing boards, to full menus.
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