Blending old-school sensibility with modern production.

Thursday 4 December 2025 sees the legendary British hip-hop and electronic group Stereo MC’s take to the stage at Trinity Centre in Bristol, as part of their eagerly anticipated True to Life UK & Ireland tour.

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What to Expect

Time & Venue

Doors open at 7:00 p.m., with the show expected to run until around 11:00 p.m. The event will be primarily standing, though accessible seating is available for those who need it. As part of Trinity’s ongoing community restoration efforts, a small £1 levy is added to each ticket to support venue upkeep.

Tickets & Admission

Tickets are priced at around £26.50 before booking fees, with final totals ranging between £30–£32. The show is open to audiences aged 14 and over, though anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Line-up & Setlist

Fans can look forward to an electrifying performance from founding members Rob Birch (Rob B) and Nick Hallam, joined by longtime collaborator Cath Coffey and percussionist Tansay Omar. The setlist is expected to include timeless hits such as “Connected”, “Step It Up”, and “Lost in Music”, along with newer tracks from the True to Life project that showcase the band’s continued evolution and relevance.

The Venue

Housed in a converted church building, Trinity Centre is one of Bristol’s most iconic independent venues — a hub of music and culture that has hosted everything from punk and reggae to electronic and hip-hop over the decades.

The stage stands about a metre high, providing good sightlines even in a standing crowd. The main hall has level access, accessible toilets on both floors, and a companion-ticket policy for disabled patrons. Trinity’s mix of history, intimacy, and strong acoustics makes it an ideal setting for Stereo MC’s immersive live sound.

Why This Gig Matters

The True to Life tour marks Stereo MC’s first full European tour in over a decade, following a string of festival appearances and special performances abroad. Their return to Bristol highlights the city’s long-standing connection with the UK’s breakbeat and hip-hop scenes — both of which Stereo MC’s helped to shape.
Expect a night of grooves, live beats, and positive energy — a perfect blend of nostalgia and fresh creative fire from one of Britain’s most enduring acts.

A Brief History of Stereo MC’s

Formed in London in the mid-1980s by Rob Birch and Nick Hallam, Stereo MC’s emerged from the UK’s early underground hip-hop scene. Fusing rap, funk, and electronic production, they quickly became known for their unique sound — a blend of conscious lyrics, rhythmic basslines, and innovative sampling.

Their 1992 album “Connected” brought them international fame, earning two BRIT Awards and spawning hits like “Connected”, “Step It Up”, and “Ground Level.” The group’s energetic live performances and crossover appeal made them one of the first British acts to break through in the global hip-hop market.

After a hiatus in the late ’90s, the band returned with “Deep Down & Dirty” (2001), proving their ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes while maintaining their trademark groove. Over the years, they’ve released several acclaimed albums, collaborated with artists such as Tricky, Adam Port, and Terranova, and continued to influence generations of UK dance and hip-hop artists.

Now, nearly four decades on, Stereo MC’s remain as vital and inventive as ever — blending old-school sensibility with modern production to keep the spirit of connection alive.