Liverpool collective Ex-Easter Island Head bring their mesmeric guitar experiments to Bristol Beacon for BNM 2026.
Using solid-body electric guitars, percussion and mechanical preparations, they build immersive soundworlds from repetition, resonance and touch – shimmering drones and pulsing patterns shaped through deliberate restraint.
They’re joined by composer Jasmine Wood and electronic artist Pavel Milyakov for a collaboration spanning amplified grand piano, guitar and electronics, alongside singer-pianist Eliana Glass, whose intimate, jazz-rooted songs balance warmth with quiet adventure.
Together, this is a night of exploratory sound: hypnotic, tactile and deeply attentive to texture, space and the possibilities of live performance.
Presented by Presented by Bristol New Music, Bristol Beacon, St George’s Bristol, Arnolfini, Spike Island, and Bristol University’s Department of Music
Format: Standing
Age: 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult)
Content warning
This show contains strobe lighting and haze effects. Please contact access@bristolbeacon.org if you have questions about access.
Performance times
Doors: 19.00
Start: 19.30
Finish: 22.30
All timings are approximate and subject to change
Ticket prices
All Incl. booking fee
Low income: £11.20
Concession: £14.56
General admission: £17.92
Among the boldest experiments in British music
The Guardian
The venue
Strange Brew
Getting to the venue
Location: Strange Brew is located on Fairfax Street, a short distance from Broadmead Shopping Quarter (160m) and the west end of Castle Park (160m).
Address: Strange Brew, 10-12 Fairfax St, Bristol BS1 3DB
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found outside Strange Brew on Fairfax Street and Nelson Street. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
There is limited on street parking available outside the venue and paid parking available behind the venue at the NCP Car Park (All Saints Street).
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Strange Brew is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. View a map of the Zone and check if your vehicle will be charged.
Bus
The closest bus stops are Nelson Street (100m) and Union Street (160m).
Access
For access bookings and access information please email: info@strangebrewbristol.com
Mobility
Strange Brew is wheelchair accessible with step-free level access throughout. Lowered bar serving points and disabled access viewing areas are available
Toilets
Accessible toilets are available.
Assistance Dogs
Registered assistance dogs and emotional support animals are welcome in the venue.
Hearing Facility
There is no induction loop facility at this venue.
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