Tank and the Bangas’ sound is effervescent. The New Orleans outfit craft shimmering, poetic soul infused with gospel, R&B, pop and then some. Helmed by vocalist and poet Tarriona “Tank” Ball, the group won NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest back in 2017 which propelled them to worldwide renown.
Since then they’ve garnered acclaim for their energetic and remarkable live shows, as well as being nominated for Best New Artist at the 2020 Grammys. Their new album Red Balloon is out now.
The event taking place on Mon 29 Aug 22 has moved from The Marble Factory to The Fleece. All existing tickets for the event remain valid.
Presented by Bristol Beacon
Standing event
Age: 16+ (under 18s to be accompanied by an adult)
Doors: 19:30
Start time: 20:00
Booking fees for this event include Bristol Beacon’s standard 9% booking fee + a venue restoration levy of £0.90 for The Marble Factory
While most albums try to document the recording of songs, Green Balloon chronicles the experimental vision — the underlying philosophy that is Tank and the Bangas. This stuff is serious fun!”
NPR
Support from
The Suffers
There is a contagious and combustible energy every time the eight-piece band The Suffers steps on the scene. The band have got everything you need and there’s no need to look further – a heaping dose of soul, a dash of reggae, a splash of jazz, a pinch of salsa, a hint of rock ‘n’ roll and a dollop of hip hop and funk – and that is just a few ingredients simmering inside their magical Gulf Coast soul.
The venue
The Fleece
Covid-19 Safety Measures at The Fleece
If you have Covid-19 symptoms or have been asked to self-isolate you should not attend this event.
Encouraged to wear a face covering, this is not obligatory.
PCR/Lateral flow test encouraged, proof not required
Be respectful of other people’s personal space
The Fleece is a fully ventilated venue with an Air Handler Unit (AHU) which changes the air inside the venue 3 times every hour.
Getting There
Address: 12 St Thomas St, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6JJ
The venue is located on St Thomas Street in Bristol city centre, near Temple Meads Station and Bristol Bus Station, 80m from the nearest bus stop on Victoria Street.
Access Information
The venue is suitable for wheelchair access with a dedicated viewing area to the right of the stage. There are no steps in the venue, however, there is a historic flagstone floor that can be uneven in places.
There is one large accessible toilet inside the venue with an outwards opening door, this is located at the end of the first corridor to the left, and is step-free.
On-street parking is available nearby behind the venue.
View Bristol Beacon’s Access pages for information about joining our access register, access booking online and website accessibility.