Experience our iconic Rhythms Night in Bristol, featuring live soulful, R&B and acoustic performances from Bluboy, KingFast, Mina and Rafael

Join us for the 8th year of our iconic Rhythms Night – this year heading to Bristol!

Experience an evening of soulful R&B, acoustic vibes and live music featuring four versatile artists: rapper and singer-songwriter Bluboy, KingFast, Mina and Rafaela.

The night will also feature a panel with industry professionals, bringing together music, conversation and creative community.

Featured Artists

MINA

Confessional singer-songwriter Mina, originally from Paris and now based in Liverpool, blends raw existential lyrics with sentimental melodies. Drawing from Alternative Pop, Folk, Soft Rock and Soul, her intimate songs explore the trials of life and love.

KINGFAST

Born in Kingston, Jamaica and raised in Belfast, KingFast brings together his diverse roots through soulful music and energetic performances. Now based in Liverpool, he has performed at Liverpool Sound City, LIMF, Deva Fest, Nantwich Jazz Festival, Elderflower Fields Festival and Aintree Ladies Day, as well as performing during the Cannes Film Festival.

His music has featured on a national jukebox in stores including H&M, PureGym, Costa Coffee and Jaguar, with radio play on Radio City and BBC Merseyside.

RAFAELA

Queer and mixed-race, Rafaela fuses reggae, soul and jazz, drawing on her Portuguese and Angolan roots with a distinctly Liverpool spirit. Following her debut in January 2025, she continues to explore and expand her sound across genres.

BLUBOY

Rapper, singer-songwriter and guitarist Bluboy brings his distinctive sound and versatile performance style to the stage.

Plus an industry panel with music professionals discussing creativity, performance and the music industry.

Come experience an evening of live music, culture, conversation and community as BlackFest takes Rhythms Night to Bristol.

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