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Bristol's Sober Hip Hop Night returns to Trinity for a third edition

by <object object at 0x7f1373932580> — last modified 11/11/2026 05:16 PM
Bristol's Sober Hip Hop Night returns to Trinity for a third edition

Bristol Sober Spaces, ProperJob Presents and Trinity are joining forces for a third Sober Hip Hop Night on Saturday 14 November 2026, bringing together some of the city's underground music talent for a night of live music and pure vibes, without alcohol or other drugs.

Bristol Sober Spaces, ProperJob Presents and Trinity are teaming up for our third Sober Hip Hop Night, Subculture, on Saturday 14 November 2026, bringing together some of the city’s underground music talent for a night of live music and pure vibes, without alcohol or other drugs.

With a lineup spanning hip hop, trip hop, grime, jazz and heavy bass, the event offers an alternative way to experience Bristol's nightlife, where the music and the people take centre stage.

Headlining the night are Split Prophets, the Bristol hip hop collective whose debut EP Scribbled Thoughts helped establish their reputation in the city's underground scene. Named Best Crew by Wordplay magazine in 2012, the group have supported hip hop legends including Wu-Tang Clan, KRS-One, MF DOOM, DJ Premier and Pete Rock.

They'll be joined by Croydon-born MC JMAN, whose sound brings together grime and hip hop, alongside AudioFlux, known for their dark, industrial, bass-heavy production and eerie vocals. ProperJob Collective complete the lineup, blending hip hop, jazz, neo-soul and lo-fi influences.

"Subculture is our third Sober Hip Hop Night, and we’ve made it an annual event because these nights bring together a diverse audience from different cultures and scenes, which we think is a great thing. Hip hop has always tapped into alternative cultures, challenged the norm and commented on what’s going on in society, and that’s exactly what we’re about too. Our performers and audience are committed to our message, and we’re really proud to work with them." - Sophie, Bristol Sober Spaces

But beyond the music, Sober Hip Hop Night is about creating space for people to enjoy nightlife on their own terms.

Established in 2022, Bristol Sober Spaces organises alcohol- and drug-free music events across the city, welcoming everyone from people in recovery and those who abstain for religious reasons to anyone who simply wants to enjoy a night out without drinking.

The project has collaborated with venues including Rough Trade, Loco Klub, Jam Jar, Basement 45 and Bristol Beacon, bringing sober audiences everything from drum and bass and garage to punk, metal and house.

For those attending, the atmosphere is part of what makes these nights special.

"I found it's a really beautiful experience. You're surrounded by people that are present and engaged. It's just one of the best feelings being on the dancefloor without alcohol."  - Event participant

It's an experience shared by the artists themselves. Reflecting on a previous Bristol Sober Spaces event, legendary drum and bass DJ Roni Size said:

"It was incredible performing to all those people, some of whom were going through recovery. It was a totally different feeling to what I'm used to."

Sober Hip Hop Night welcomes music lovers of all backgrounds, whether they're sober, sober-curious or simply coming for the lineup. The message is simple: you don't need alcohol to enjoy great music, good company and a proper night out.

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