ANALOGUE LOUNGE 2 YEAR CELEBRATION - 20/03/25

REVIEW: Analogue Lounge celebrate their two year anniversary at Lost Horizon - hosted by Brakery and Space Jams - 20/03/25

28th March 2025


by JAMES LUCK


Photos by ElLLIOT HINGSTON

Tonight marked the two-year celebration of Analogue Lounge, a now beloved name in Bristol’s music scene. Over the past 2 years and 16 events they have provided a platform for some of the city’s most inspiring artists; showcasing genres spanning from jazz, hip-hop, samba, reggae and more. Analogue Lounge, it seems, is more than just a night out and has become a community space for music lovers, artists and creatives to come together and share in something that is unique every time. 


I have to admit, I’m a bit embarrassed to say that the other night was my first ever Analogue Lounge, despite having it recommended to me countless times, so I was apprehensive to find out what all the fuss is all about. 


As my friend and I arrived at Lost Horizon, we were greeted by friendly security in higher spirits than usual, possibly due to the midweek timing or perhaps from the sounds emanating from inside. Their warm greeting definitely set the tone for what would be a relaxed and easy night packed with Bristol sounds.  


Inside we were warmly welcomed by the scent of incense and mandarin lights. Sofas and old lamps were scattered throughout the room; even a bowl of jelly beans sat on top of one of the guitar amps.  All these touches transformed Lost Horizon into a cosy living room perfectly capturing the spirit of the evening. 


Through Bakery and Space Jam's journey of hosing Analogue Lounge events, they've brought Bristol creatives such as Twende, Rohan Rakhit, Volta 45, Nossa, Kesh, Miss Mash, Millie McKee, Rabecca Vasman, Zag Erlat, Garden Party, Tim Garcia, Poly-Ritmo, Haseeb Iqbal and Tina Edwards (who we have had the pleasure of interviewing) to the stage. They've all graced the ears of audiences, each adding their own unique flavour to the rich, evolving nights of Analogue Lounge. 







The evening kicked off with a tight performance from Space Jams, the house band that I have had the pleasure of seeing a few times before, with some members also performing at the Gallimaufry Sunday Jams. Their improvisation was so seamless and locked in that you would be forgiven for thinking it was a rehearsed set. The musicians formed a circle, bouncing ideas off each other, while the audience, spanning all ages, danced and listened, fully absorbed in their sounds. 


The night flowed into an open jam, featuring some of Bristol’s most talented up and coming musicians. The evolving lineup brought a seamless blend of styles, with anyone welcome to sit in and add their voice. This spirit of inclusion and spontaneity is what truly makes Analogue Lounge stand out, being not just about performance but about participation. 


As an aside, I did have a thought that as these nights have grown in popularity and the open jams have evolved, I have a feeling it has potentially become a bit intimidating to enter the jam, especially for newer musicians. Compared to what people say about the early days of Analogue Lounge, or how other Bristol jam nights typically unfold there is a certain pressure to be on the ball when getting stuck in. This pressure is undeniable, but it is this intensity that pushes musicians to play at their best, making for some fantastic jams. 






As the jam pulsed on, Bristol legends like Jake from Firmly Rooted and Keiron Bonne Suis, took to the mic, weaving their words into the music. The atmosphere was electric, yet effortlessly laid-back, a perfect balance of spontaneity and groove. 


Between the jams, my friend and I drifted out to the smoking area, where Bristol’s creative crowd gathered. Conversations bounced between music, art, and whatever else the night inspired, everyone still buzzing from the energy inside. 


As the night progressed, the energy shifted seamlessly into an all-vinyl DJ set, hosted by Brakery. The selections spanned genres, keeping the dance floor alive and, more importantly, keeping people moving. 










It’s no surprise that Analogue Lounge has built such a following and there is an undeniable magic in the way they bring people together and connect through music. Whether it is seasoned musicians, first time jammers, or simply those looking for a night of great music, everyone finds their place here. After two years of events, their impact on Bristol’s music scene is clear. And if this night was anything to go by, the future of Analogue Lounge is something to be very excited about. 







KEEP WATCHING -

Space Jams HERE !

Brakery HERE !

Analogue Lounge HERE !

Photographer: Elliot Hingston HERE !