Here for a final, intimate show as mossfellow - the indie-folk project of session musician, producer and songwriter Samuel Fox. Since May 2024, mossfellow has explored folky, atmospheric songwriting that soothes and moves "like water," drawing on influences from Bon Iver, Flyte and Rufus Wainwright.

The evening celebrates the release of 'Soliloquy' - a folk, ambient and cinematic piece about questioning belief in a god or higher power. The song, engineered, co-produced and mixed by Harry Stoneham, reflects that private dialogue with something larger - 'Soliloquy' in the truest sense: speaking one's thoughts aloud, whether or not anyone's listening.

On 11 December 2025, Samuel and band will perform a set of mossfellow's music - both released and unreleased - marking the final performance under this alias before evolving into his next chapter as Samuel Fox.

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Captivating and at times cutting, Eva Penney has always been honest in her music, constantly treading an uneasy line between metaphor and truth. With a sound inspired by alternative and acoustic folk, the electronic and DIY elements weaved into her recordings and performances create a unique and warming listening experience. 

Over the course of 2024, Eva released a set of tracks no different to the family of releases she has been dutifully crafting over the past couple of years; they’re warm and quietly personal, littered with downright odd but carefully chosen samples, and are so DIY they feel like home.

Eva has been gigging consistently since moving to Bristol in 2022, most recently performing shows with her band at staple venues such as The Jam Jar, The Lanes and The Trinity Centre and taking part in the Independent Venues Week event at The Louisiana.

Anwen is a Bristol based musician from London with roots in folk and jazz. Anwen initiates her audience into the dreamy world of a. sleepy city wastrel through her lyrically poetic and harmonically rich songwriting. Her debut EP ‘Little House’ was released in 2024 and has featured on BBC Introducing and BBC Radio 3’s ‘After Midnights’ Jazz show. Anwen has performed at Bristol venues such as the Louisiana, the Fleece and at Dot2Dot Festival 2025. 

FFO: Adrianne Lenker, Georgia Harmer

Seed Sessions is a Bristol based charity supporting male identifying musicians with their mental health.
Join us for an evening celebrating and raising awareness of their important work.

We will hear from industry experts in a panel discussion from 5pm, focusing on the power of creativity to aid mental health and cope with grief.
We'll have poems from Mark De'Lisser and music provided by Ambassadors of the charity.

There will also be a raffle with prizes including vinyls donated by Ambassadors: Oscar Jerome, Joe Armon-Jones and Gentleman's Dub Club and 2 tickets to Sober Spaces Dry Jan Sober Rave, 24th Jan at Trinity. With Jumpin' Jack Frost, Savannah and Mark Costly Kover.
Important conversations, an incredible line-up

Be bold, take risks within your artistry and take the stage - a place where you can be your most authentic self.

This is about celebrating voices we don’t always hear. Creatives from all walks of life.

Let’s make space for new faces, new sound and new stories. come share your art or just enjoy the ride.

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Bristol-based trio RWKUS are making waves on the UK's live electronic scene, bridging the gap between club culture and contemporary jazz.

Their amalgamation of UK electronic dance music influences has led to a complete redefinition of the

RWKUS sound.

The trio's musical interaction makes their live show engaging and interconnected-ebbing and flowing with improvisational prowess.

Quench your thirst with their tune 'Ice Cold Bena'. The track was born out of an improvisation we recorded at Crossleaze farm studios. It begins like a refreshing drink on a summer's day. Take your dinghy and let the current glide you around a lazy river while you bask in the sun.

Like all RWKUS tracks, it is served Ice cold.

Glossolalia bring forward a new sound, textured with deep-spacious electric keys washes, grounded by warm bass-lines and alive with percussive detail. It's music for open minds, tempted by the moments where rhythm feels like language.

With their debut song 'Polarity' around the corner, We're buzzing to welcome them back to the Galli - where it all began.

'Ice Cold Bena' and 'Polarity' feature on 'Something In The Water' released 28/11 on Seven Songs

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Have you missed us?! Cuz we’ve missed you!

Like Honey is returning to the Gallimaufry once again for its 5th instalment!! Can you believe it?! Thank you to everyone who’s been showing up and getting involved so far, musicians and music lovers, we appreciate you...

Like Honey is all about community and connection: it’s a space for musicians to grow and collaborate, free of judgement or expectation. We believe in good vibes and good music only.

So come join us for a drink & a jam on Wednesday the 3rd of December.

Bring your mates, your voices, your instruments and your sticks!

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Vocalist Alice Maffs and multi-instrumentalist Ellis Howell come together at the Gallimaufry once more for a intimate night of stripped-back performances and original music. Developing her sound alongside Howell's Grooving Castle, Alice Maffs brings a catalogue of soulful and heartfelt music.

With great and exciting songs written for the band in mind, it is time to showcase many of her more vulnerable works - written for keys and voice alone, perfect for a cosy winter night of bliss. Joining her, as ever, is Ellis Howell who trades the bandleader role for songwriting as he debuts a selection of his own music. For one night only, come be a part of this special evening of new material and carefully selected covers from the duo's sonic influences.

FFO: Amy Winehouse, Donny Hathaway, Paolo Nutini, Norah Jones

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With our very own Muchano!

Christmas came early… Muchano is hosting a Christmas wreath making workshop at The Gallimaufry for just £26.50 per person.

Email directly: muchanobanda674@gmail.com OR purchase through Headfirst!

Deems Experiment is a Bristol based project led by keyboardist Aondoyima (Deems) Ioratim-Uba. Their style blends elements of nu-jazz, rock, classical music, and electronic music, and draws from the wide range of influences of guitarist Tristan Cole (Locomos), bassist Marcus Gee (Pysochoacousic Goat, Mammoth Toe), and drummer/producer Stan Glendinning (ELGAN).

It's been wonderful seeing this hugely talented collective grow and evolve.

‘Redshift’ will be the band’s second release, forthcoming exclusively on the 'Something In The Water' compilation dropping 28/11/25 on @seven_songs.

With support from @bristolbeerfactory

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We here at EAB and The Gallimaufry are very excited for this one!

We (us AND you guys) get to welcome Irish singer‑songwriter LARAbEL (of Donegal/Dublin) for a one‑off Bristol performance, the night will be kicked off by Ben and Arthur of EAB and we’re massively proud to be platforming her music in our lovely space.

A perfect winter’s night of music to close the month off before we kick it all back off again in January!

FFO: Ben Howard, Wolf Alice and Holly Humberstone

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LYLE! is a old-school jazz-funk sound, re-imagined for the internet generation. Swashbuckling producer and multi-instrumentalist Lyle Anderton zig-zags through ballads, breaks, and boogies, accompanied by the undeniable rhythms of Liam Twohig on drums. Make-up and hi-viz optional, great vibes guaranteed.

Raised in Bristol’s vibrant contemporary jazz scene, and a regular at the Gallimaufry for untold eons, he developed his voice as a multi-instrumentalist immersed in the city’s rich musical crosscurrents. From early jams in local bars to collaborations with forward-thinking artists, his sound has been shaped by improvisation, experimentation, and groove. He thrives in collaborative settings—whether leading projects or weaving into others’ sonic visions—always pushing boundaries while staying rooted in music’s ever-evolving dialogue.

His 3rd EP, ‘Friends in Highly-Visible Places’ releases 25th November, along with a Gallimaufry Launch Show, and after performances of the music of Tame Impala and Steely Dan in October, it’s time for a power hour of his all-original songs. We’re very excited to welcome him and an extended line-up of horns, guest vocalists, and most importantly, friends.

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Hosted by some of the most prolific faces on the scene, the weekly hip-hop jam invites collaborators to the stage - make yourself known to the house band and get involved! The stage is open to musicians, MC's, poets and everything in between. Express your creativity with the house band other collaborators.

Featuring crack house band Alex Veitch, Sam Fox, MĀDŁY & Laurence Clutson.

Free entry, music from 8:30pm.

After a hiatus from performing at The Galli, James & band return to mark their upcoming release.

Their track 'Wade Out' - featuring Lily Mackay - is an ode to a life by the sea; the ocean as a reflection of the water we hold within us.. It's out no on all streaming platforms.

As part of 'Something In The Water' (coming 28/11/2025) - a compilation in collaboration with @severn_songs and @bristolbeerfactory.

Available for preorder now via Severn Songs bandcamp.

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Zena’s famous folk jam gets a unique EAB twist. An evening of collaboration and community that we’re thrilled to be part of.

As a staple in the folk community, Zena has been running her wonderful folk jam here at the Gallimaufry to create a space for the lovely musicians of Bristol to get up and explore folk music in their own ways, and now we get to help!

Can’t wait to play with you guys and hear what Bristol sounds like in a space like the one Zena creates so well <3

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Bass funk classics with some supreme soul gems flavoured in the bands own style. Featuring an all-star line-up some Bristol's finest musicians.

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An incredible artist, band & live set… the wildly talented MĀDŁY return for a very special showcase.

MĀDŁY is a Paris-born, UK-based multilingual singer, rapper, and poet whose work weaves together the threads of Neo-soul, Nu-jazz, and hip hop into a sound that’s unmistakably her own. Effortlessly switching between languages, she draws from lived experience to craft intimate, genre-blurring narratives that resonate deeply across borders.

Her dynamic live project features a powerhouse lineup: Harry Stoneham (Waldo’s Gift), Joe Milkinson (Cousin Kula), and Hal Sutherland (Snazzback), bringing improvisational flair and rich musicality to the stage.

So join us, and hear the first live performance of MĀDŁY’s new track, ‘Pass Me By’, as featured on ‘Something In The Water’.

‘Something In The Water’ is released 28/11/2025 in collaboration with Severn Songs and Bristol Beer Factory..

Available for preorder now via Severn Songs bandcamp.

Returning to The Galli after the roaring success of their full band debut, Hibiscus are back for their second headline show, this time showcasing new songs and new members! Over the last 2 years, the neo-soul duo have been making waves in the Bristol music scene, enchanting audiences with their wholesome and heartfelt tunes. Eva and Lily have built a strong musical collaboration through their palpable synergy and close friendship, which has only been strengthened by their wonderful and talented band members.

Likened to artists such as Eloise, Cleo Sol and Nai Palm, their tender songwriting draws from their experiences as young women navigating adulthood. You can expect an evening of intricate harmonies, emotive lyricism and infectious energy, as they serenade you with love and laughter.

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Rhythm Section for Hire is the long-time brainchild of Reece Bluck and Liam Twohig - with the aim to bring together Bristol’s musical community to recreate their favourite records and deep cuts. A celebration of the rhythm section and the unsung heroes of the session world.

Now presenting their debut night at The Gallimaufry: the lush, wistful, and sophisticated harmonies of Steely Dan. Beginning the chronology with songs from Can’t Buy a Thrill, Pretzel Logic, The Royal Scam, and Gaucho, before culminating in a full playthrough of their seminal record Aja.

Bristol’s finest will be stepping into the shoes of LA’s greatest session musicians, reproducing the rich, silky arrangements of Donald Fagen and Walter Becker.

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The first in our run of Thursday nights featuring artists with tracks exclusive to a forthcoming compilation in collaboration with Severn Songs & Bristol Beer Factory.

Fusing the sounds of folk and neo-soul with sharp, relatable lyrics, ZENA has become an ever growing talent on the South-West music scene. With her value placed in poignant and honest lyricism and a love for experimentation with instrumental arrangement and genre mixing, ZENA finds power in connecting with audiences through performance.

As well as being a mainstay of the Galli stage for some time now, She’s also performed at popular Bristol venues such as Thekla and The Fleece, as well as a range of festivals that includes ValleyFest, Victorious Festival and AnExperience Festival. ZENA has three singles out on streaming services, including her whimsical country and pop inspired debut release ‘The Bedbugs’, written about growing bored of meaningless routine. She’s inspired by artists such as Lianne La Havas and Lily Allen.

ZENA says: “Where The Dead Things Lay was written about trying to leave a traumatic situation behind you. I found an abusive relationship I had in my teenage years creeping into my new endeavours upon moving to Bristol, and found myself struggling to shake embedded beliefs about myself and what healthy love is meant to feel like that were rooted in a previous life. It’s a song about frustration and anger, about carrying undeserved baggage.”

‘Something In The Water’ is realeased 28/11/2025; available for preorder now via Severn Songs bandcamp (link in our bio).

‘Where The Dead Things Lay’ by ZENA is out now.

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For this special event, we’re reimagining Doechii’s most iconic tracks backed by a full live band with horn section & an electrifying cast of powerhouse female vocalists.

Her songs will transform into bold new arrangements from her hits to some underground tunes. Come ready to dance and celebrate the artistry of one of hip-hop’s most visionary voices.

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Joining us for their first show, Uncle Earth is a hugely talented Bristol-based band carving out their own space in the UK music scene writing bold & original music.

Currently in the studio recording a debut EP, the group is known for crafting compact songs packed with catchy hooks and a fresh, genre-blurring sound. With their first release on the horizon, Uncle Earth is gearing up to bring you their raw energy. Keep an eye out - this is just the beginning.

And in support…

Classical violin loops with ferocious tongue-twisting wordplay slathered over the top and homemade breakbeats. Some overheard Mike Dennis analogues: Kishi Bashi meets Mike Skinner. Dizraeli meets Seth Lakeman. The musical Hamilton in a one-man act.

Two suitably idiosyncratic Bristol acts. One night to remember.

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Spiralskein are a Bristol-based 4-piece focused on honesty and vulnerability in their music. Influenced by the likes of Radiohead, PJ Harvey, Nirvana and Jeff Buckley, lead singer Toby-Joe Reilly speaks to his journey through grief, love, joy and the duality between technology vs real life.

Blending unconventional tunings, chord structures and time signatures into delicate harmonies and pure post-rock and grunge catharsis, Spiralskien create a unique sound that is raw, powerful and free, and invite listeners into a space where vulnerability and intensity coexist within the disorienting pace of modern life.

Formed out of the UK festival circuit, Spiralskein are regulars at festivals such as Shambala, Wilderness, How The Light Gets In and others.

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