As part of Art of Resistance Rider Shafique sat down with Edson Burton to discuss his multi-faceted career and his thoughts on the activist community in Bristol.

Rider is a lyricist, spoken word and recording artist and a prolific and versatile MC at both live events on record.

Rider creates visual and performance art to educate and inspire for his project I-DENTITY, including photography exhibitions, films, interviews, workshops and a radio interview series for Noods Radio called I-MC.

Want to find out more about Art of Resistance? Click here to find out more about the project and upcoming events or keep up to date with events and news at Trinity by signing up to our mailing list.

Art of Resistance is a two-year, National Heritage Lottery Funded project charting 100 years of protest in Bristol.

Soundtrack by Grove

TLK performing in the Fyfe Hall as part of Trinity Presents. Image credit Khali Ackford/Trinity Community Arts

In the past year, Trinity has welcomed some of the best artists in the UK, from Brit Award-winning Sam Fender to singer-songwriter Joy Crookes (on her breakthrough tour) to post-punk band Goat Girl. We've hosted all-nighters welcoming the likes of Teachings In Dub and Electrikal Wall of Sound. In-house we programmed some of the best acts Bristol and the South West have to offer, from Booty Bass giving it everything in the Garden Sessions to sublime Jazz from Waldo's Gift in the Fyfe Hall.

We are pleased to announce in recognition of this and, for the second year running, Trinity has been nominated for a Grassroots Venue: Spirit Of The Scene Award as part of The Music Week Awards.

As the winner is selected by public vote, you can help by:

1. Vote for Trinity by clicking on this link 👉 (voting takes 1-2 mins)
2. Spread the word - Share the link on socials alongside pics of your fav gig you have been to at Trinity in the last year and don't forget to @ us and use #ReviveLive hashtag
3. Be quick - Voting closes at 5pm 18 March 2022

The Award is supported by Music Venue Trust whom advocate for Grassroots Venues in the UK and we are nominated alongside eight other grassroots venues in the UK: Le Pub, Night & Day, Omeara, Rescue Rooms, Sneaky Pete's, The Boileroom, The New Adelphi and The Sugarmill.

We wish everyone the best of luck and anticipate a very enjoyable evening together on Thursday 26 May during The Music Week Award Ceremony when the winners will be announced.

JAH SHAKA

The Zulu Warrior will be heading to Trinity bringing his renowned soundsystem. Shaka has played sound system for the past 50 years, don't miss this rare opportunity to take in this night of history!

Here and Now was a national and local celebration of culture within communities, conceived to mark the 25th anniversary of the National Lottery. It gave communities an opportunity to articulate their hopes and dreams, share and bond over the realities that their communities experience and access creativity and culture.

"It was lovely to see how you've used the lullabies too as a way back into memory, roots and diaspora for adults" Participant, Lullabies

Trinity Associate Roxana Vilk artist was selected to develop 'Lullabies', a project she was inspired to make following singing her children Iranian lullabies at night and wondering how other lullabies where being sung from the many communities who call Bristol home.

Roxana worked with Trinity and local community organisation, Eastside Community Trust, to deliver music and sound workshops where Lullabies were shared. When Lockdown was announced in Mar 2020 Roxana quickly adapted deliver to online hosting Zoom music workshops. In total Roxana worked with over 240 families to collect Lullabies

As  Lockdown restrictions eased in the summer of 2021 Lullabies culminated with a 'Trinity Take Over' with immersive installations, live music and even a baby rave!

Feelings of joy, fear, and endlessness define Porridge's past 2 years. A time spent being championed by major music sites without being able to experience any of it in the real world. In their latest album, Porridge have distilled their myriad of influences into a sound that is unequivocally theirs. With a trip-hop crunch, ghostly piano, and gloriously widescreen distortion, the latest release tests the musicians' limits and explores a newfound playfulness within their music.

Tickets on sale: Wed 23 Feb, 10am

Please note, this is a standing show

Please read our COVID-19 Safety Policy for information on attending events during this time.

Produced by Chris Seefried and featuring a stellar band including former Miles Davis pianist Deron Johnson, Lady's forthcoming album, Black Acid Soul, presents a wholly fresh take on the jazz vocal idiom. 2020 single, Blackbird, is a stirring interpretation of Nina Simone's powerful civil rights anthem. The track embodies passion, enthusiasm, and hope from an artist blessed with a bold, unmistakable voice.

Tickets on sale: Fri 25 Feb, 10am

Please note, this is a standing show

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Taking influences from Quincy Jones, Lalo Schifrin, and David Shire, the arranger, Rob Mitchell sits somewhere between Madlib and Quincy Jones. With classic aspects of big band writing, a focus on improvisation, and mad respect for hip hop, this set is high-energy and high-octane head nods from start to finish.

Please note, this is a standing show

Please read our COVID-19 Safety Policy for information on attending events during this time.

Please note, this is a standing show

Please read our COVID-19 Safety Policy for information on attending events during this time.

Over the course of his career, Jackson has worked with greats such as Stevie Wonder, Roy Ayers, and Earth, Wind and Fire; more recently building on this pool of talent with A Tribe called Quest's Al Shaheed Muhammad, vocalist Gregory Porter, and legendary bassist Charnett Moffett.

Jackson looks to both the present and the past for inspiration to honour the ancient tradition of the griot - the African troubadour of truth. In this tradition, Jackson tells the stories of how many of his best-loved pieces came to light.

Tickets on sale: Fri 25 Feb, 10am

Please note, this is a standing show

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Line up:

+ Shade Cartel

A Diverse Dance & Performance Collective

Please note, this is a standing show

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About Trinity Presents

This is part of Trinity Presents - our in-house programme of music, bringing world-class artists and emerging talent to inner-city audiences.

Californian indie-folk duo, The Milk Carton Kids, consists of Kenneth Pattengale and Joey Ryan. The duo started making music in 2011 and have since released six albums together; with the first two released free of charge.

Since their last studio album, Monterey, The Milk Carton Kids have gained a new perspective on what the band is. Recent life events provided a bruising background for their latest album, All the Things That I Did and All the Things That I didn't Do. Two-part harmonies ride acoustic guitars high above the haunting landscape created throughout the project.

Please note, this is a seated show

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Cleo Lake is an activist, artist and elected representative, her activism spans the BLM movement, environmentalism and gender equality.

A former Colston girls school student and a leading voice in the Countering Colston movement Cleo, on taking office as Lord Mayor of Bristol, removed a portrait of Edward Colston that hung in the Lord Mayor's parlour.

Dr Edson Burton caught up with Cleo as part of the oral history research for Art of Resistance and captured the inspirational story of how she remains rooted in grassroots activism whilst navigating local and global corridors of power.

Watch the highlights of the interview above or view the whole interview by clicking here.

Want to find out more about Art of Resistance? Click here to find out more about the project and upcoming events or keep up to date with events and news at Trinity by signing up to our mailing list.

Art of Resistance is a two-year, National Heritage Lottery Funded project charting 100 years of protest in Bristol.

Soundtrack Soft Cheeks by Grove

Sister Nancy is renowned for performing ‘inna soundsystem’ style in the streets of Kingston, Jamaica. Everyone knows her dancehall classics ‘Bam Bam’ and ‘One Two’ all performed in her original ‘ragga muffin style’.

Sister Nancy will head up Trinity backed by ‘rub a dub’ artist Legal Shot.

+ support from

Dutchie ft Joe Yorke

DJ Dad

Please note, this is a standing show

Please read our COVID-19 Safety Policy for information on attending events during this time.

About Trinity Presents

This is part of Trinity Presents - our in-house programme of music, bringing world-class artists and emerging talent to inner-city audiences.

With child friendly lighting, expect a miniature festival environment with spectacular Raver Tots decor, face painting, tonnes of dancing, and more. Suitable for all ages.

Line up:

• Nicky Blackmarket
• Woody Cook
• Dani Whylie
• Moody Mike
• Hosted by Chalkie White

Raver Tots is widely recognised as the nation's most popular family event, often selling months in advance, with thousands of people attending every week, around the nation.

Raver Tots has an ongoing charitable interest and donates thousands of pounds a year to an array of children's charities.

Entry fees are as follows: under 18 months - free, 18 months to 12 years - child ticket, over 12 years - adult ticket

Please read our COVID-19 Safety Policy for information on attending events during this time.

Terms and Info:

Strictly no adults admitted without a child (maximum 3 adults to 1 child)
Parents remain responsible for children at all times. Children must remain under adult supervision. We kindly request no running
Music is kept at safe levels at all time. Please note, it is still loud so, bring ear defenders if you wish
By attending, you give permission for Raver Tots to take photos and videos of the event for press purposes. If you wish to have photos of yourself/your child removed, please contact Raver Tot's via their Facebook page
Buggies are welcome but should be kept off the dance floor
No external food or drink permitted
Tickets are non-refundable and not to be resold