Bristol's SIMPLE THINGS Announces First Names for 2025 Festival

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Simple Things Festival in Bristol unveils the initial lineup for its 11th edition, showcasing a diverse range of musical talents ranging from post-punk to hyper-pop. Learn about the curated event's details and key performers.

Simple Things 2025 Festival Line-up Announcement

Bristol's highly-anticipated Simple Things Festival has excited music lovers with the announcement of its first wave of acts for the upcoming 2025 edition. Taking place on November 8th across various venues in Bristol including Bristol Beacon and city center locations, the festival promises a day filled with cutting-edge contemporary music.

Collaborative Curation

The festival, known for its forward-thinking approach to music curation, is a partnership between Crack Magazine, Team Love, and Bristol Beacon. This year's collaboration aims to unite music culture enthusiasts for a day of exploration and discovery.

Diverse Line-up

The initial line-up includes acclaimed artists such as Dry Cleaning, These New Puritans, Tunde Adebimpe, Mechatok, Rich(ard) Dawson, and more. From post-punk to avant-pop, the roster reflects the festival's commitment to showcasing a wide range of genres and talent.

Venues and Ticket Information

Multiple venues will host performances, including Bristol Beacon, Bristol Megascreen, Strange Brew, The Sportsmans, Rough Trade, and The Christmas Steps. Tickets for Simple Things 2025 are already on sale, offering music enthusiasts the chance to experience a day of boundary-pushing sounds in high-spec settings.

Stay tuned for further announcements on additional acts, closing shows, and after-party details as the festival date approaches.

Published on 30 April 2025 by UKFG

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