Indigo Sparke excels at richly harmonic and warmly emotive songwriting. On her second full-length album, Hysteria, the Australian musician worked with The National’s Aaron Dessner to create a strikingly reflective collection of songs. As with her debut, the record is fuelled by her elegantly ethereal and powerful vocals, here accompanied by delicate guitar melodies that oscillate with shimmering, soaring riffs. Within Sparke’s particular strain of folk, she captures moments of graceful, hushed reverence alongside raw, full-bodied sonic expression. Live, the atmospheric potency of her music makes for a transcendent and enchanting experience.
Presented by Bristol Beacon Standing show Age: 14+ (Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult) Doors: 19.30 Start time: 20.00 Finish: 23.00
“Hysteria showcases Sparke’s ability to glide between minimalism and more forceful storms. While the surface of this album is glossier and broader than its predecessor, the most stunning moments are still ones of hushed reverence”
Pitchfork
Support from
Jackie West
Jackie got to know a community of folk musicians one summer taking care of horses on Martha’s Vineyard and began learning and writing music on an old acoustic guitar she borrowed. West’s debut EP self titled ‘Jackie West’ released with Westernesse in 2022 and features a number of friends performing in a mixed style of remote and live recording. Her otherwise minimal, acoustic songs turn into multi-instrumental soundscapes, drawing new dimensions from her world.
The venue
The Louisiana
Getting to the venue
Location: The Louisiana is located on Wapping Road. It is a short distance (160m) from Prince Street Bridge.
Address: The Louisiana, Wapping Road, Bristol, BS1 6UA
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found on Cumberland Road, opposite the Bedminster bridge, a short distance (160m) from the venue.
Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
There is limited free on-street parking outside the venue after 18:00 and at weekends. The nearest car park is Wapping Wharf Car Park across the road and is open 24hrs.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
The Louisiana is inside Bristol Clean Air Zone. View a map of the Zone and check if your vehicle will be charged.
Bus
There are several city buses that stop at Redcliff Hill, a short distance (480m) from the venue.
Access
Mobility
The main venue is located on the 1st floor and has no wheelchair access.
Toilets
There is no accessible toilet at this venue.
Assistance Dogs
Registered assistance dogs and emotional support animals are welcome inside the venue,
Hearing Facility
There is no induction loop facility at this venue.
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