Renowned as one of his generation’s preeminent interpreters of folk music, singer, guitarist, and composer Jake Xerxes Fussell draws from traditional music and archival field recordings – incorporating elements of songs from the past into new work.
Last summer saw the release of his fifth album, When I’m Called via Fat Possum to widespread acclaim, with The Wall Street Journal praising it as a “terrific argument for the power of the folk tradition, and a convincing demonstration of how much a thoughtful singer and musician can communicate through the words of others.”
His richest work to date, the new album sees Fussell return to a well of music that holds lifelong sentimental meaning, contemplating the passage of time and the procession of life’s unexpected offerings.
Presented by Bristol Beacon
Format: Standing
Age: Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult
Performance times
Doors: 19.30
All timings are approximate and subject to change
“Fussell has never been as […] graceful, compelling or inclusive — as he is on When I’m Called, his fifth and best album.”
Pitchfork
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The venue
The Fleece
Getting to the venue
Location: The Fleece is located in Bristol City Centre off Victoria Street near to Bristol Bridge and Castle Park.
Address: 12 St Thomas St, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6JJ
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found on Victoria Street neat the venue. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
Pay and display on-street parking can be found on St Thomas Street. The nearest multi-storey car park is the NCP car park on Queen Charlotte Street 450m from the venue across Bristol Bridge.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
The Fleece is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. Check if your vehicle will be charged and how much you’ll have to pay.
Bus
Victoria Street bus stop is 100m from the venue. City Centre bus stops are 700m away across Bristol Bridge.
Access
Mobility
The Fleece has step-free level access from street level. Inside the venue there is a historic flagstone floor that is uneven in places.
There is a dedicated accessible viewing area to the right of the stage.
On-street parking is available nearby behind the venue.
Toilets
Accessible toilets are located in the corridor to the right of the bar.
Assistant Dogs
Registered assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the venue and auditorium.
Hearing Facility
There is no induction loop facility at this venue.
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