Helmed by Stephen Merritt, The Magnetic Fields hold a cult status with their short, sharp songwriting wit.
Famed for their milestone 69 Love Songs, released in 1999, The Magnetic Field’s latest offering Quickies takes their tongue-in-cheek charm to even briefer bursts of melodic and lyrical craft.
Alongside Merritt, Shirley Simms shares lead vocals, the pair’s sly harmonic interactions a signature element to the band’s repertoire alongside accompaniment from a familiar cast of The Magnetic Fields’ musicians. Live, the playful and droll pop theatricality of their music shines through.
Presented by Bristol Beacon
Seated event
Age: 14+ (under 18s to be accompanied by an adult)
Doors: 19.30
Start time: 20.00
“The sharp wit of veteran songwriter Stephin Merritt thrives in brevity”
Pitchfork
Support from
Darren Hanlon
Australian musician Darren Hanlon is known for his idiosyncratic narrative songwriting and storytelling. His songs hone in on the politics of love and relationships, smaller personal issues and objects of less consequence, and has a rare ability to present the commonplace as special.
The venue
St George’s Bristol
Covid-19 Safety Measures at St George’s Bristol
If you have Covid-19 symptoms or have been asked to self-isolate you should not attend this event.
Strongly encouraged
Wear a face covering except when eating and drinking or if you are exempt
Take a lateral flow tests before attending
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Getting There
Address: Great George St, Bristol BS1 5RR
St George’s Bristol is located near Bristol city centre just off Park Street, a 5-minute walk from the south end of Brandon Hill and opposite The Georgian House Museum.
Access Information
There is step-free access to the venue from Charlotte Street. There is a lift to all floors of the building with access to the Café Bar, glass studio and hall. The gardens are not fully accessible to wheelchairs.
View Bristol Beacon’s Access pages for information about joining our access register, access booking online and website accessibility.
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