To close out our 12th edition, we’re joining forces with three pillars of the Bristol music scene: Crack Magazine, Noods Radio and Psychotherapy Sessions.
After hosting Simple Things programming throughout the day, both Strange Brew and The Island keep their doors open late into the morning. One wristband grants access to both venues all night long, bringing together an uncompromising line-up of club visionaries, sound system heavyweights and local heroes.
Presented by Simple Things Festival
Format: Standing
Age restriction: 18+ only. Valid photo ID required upon entry.
Performance times
Start: 23.00
Finish: 06.00
All timings are approximate and subject to change
Simple Things After Party Lineup
The Island – Hosted by Psychotherapy Sessions
Jlin
Ship Sket
Sarahsson (DJ)
Jurango
Alya L
MISH
qwerty_uiop
Strange Brew – Hosted by Noods Radio x Crack Magazine
Skee Mask
Annabel Fraser
October
Ticket prices & important information
Ticket prices
All prices incl. booking fee
Early bird tickets: £22.40
Second release: 25.20
On the door (subject to availability): £28.00
Important info
Simple Things day festival passes do not include entry to the After Party. After Party tickets must be purchased separately.
Your ticket grants access to both Strange Brew and The Island, subject to venue capacity throughout the night.
Skee Mask
Munich-based producer and Skee Mask, aka Bryan Müller, has built a distinctive sound across breakbeat, techno, IDM, jungle and ambient. First emerging on Ilian Tape in 2014, he quickly became one of the label’s key artists. His acclaimed albums Shred, Compro, Pool and Resort balance intricate rhythms with hazy, atmospheric production, making his music equally suited to the club and close listening.
Jlin
Indiana producer Jlin has developed a distinctive electronic sound rooted in Chicago footwork, experimental club music and contemporary composition. Her acclaimed albums Dark Energy, Black Origami and Akoma explore intricate, percussion-led rhythms. She has also composed for contemporary dance and collaborated with artists including Björk, Philip Glass and Wayne McGregor.
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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.
Join our access register to help us, help you to have an enjoyable visit.
The venue
The Island
Getting to the venue
Location: The Island is based in the former Bridewell police station in Bristol city centre, with entrances from Bridewell Street and Nelson Street. It is close to Broadmead and Bristol’s main city-centre bus routes.
Address:The Island, Nelson Street, Bristol, BS1 2BE
Bicycle
Bicycle parking is available nearby. The Island is around 200m from The Galleries, where there are also cycle facilities. 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
The Island 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 (around 50m) and Rupert Street (around 60m). Union Street is around 100m away, with a wider range of city and regional services.
Access
For access bookings and access information please email: info@theislandbristol.com
Mobility
Unfortunately The Island is not accessible to wheelchair users.
Toilets
There are no accessible toilets at this venue.
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.
More access info
Download The Island accessibility document
Join our access register to help us, help you to have an enjoyable visit.
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