It's now 25 years since Fresh 4's Wishing On A Star changed the Bristol music landscape and influenced a generations of artists. Think of the “Bristol Sound” and the same three or four bands tend to spring to mind however, the first widely heard example of the pioneering new sound from the West Country came with a 1989 attack on the Top Ten from South Bristol in the shape of established collective Fresh 4, DJ Krust, Flynn, Suv, Judge. Co produced by fellow Bristol pioneers Smith and Mighty, “Wishing on A Star” was the first exposure many people outside of Bristol got to see of the unique fusion of heavy bass lines, Hip Hop beats, soulful vocals and new takes on classic songs.

In the following decade Suv, Krust and Flynn would all go on to find greater success as pioneers and mainstays of Bristol's hugely successful drum and bass scene, writing new chapters that overshadowed their earlier success.

They are joined by Gilles Peterson and Lizz E for an evening of music and conversation discussing their past, present and future. This is a rare opportunity to hear the story first-hand and get a sneak preview of short film No Way Out, by local filmmaker and designer Gary Thompson from 121 creatives, as well as never before seen images from photographer Luke Quinn.

Join Scott Hendy (Malachia/Boca 45) in the Café/Bar before the event from 14:00 and special guests DJ Krust, DJ Suv and Flynn for a classic Fresh 4 set after their in conversation event with Gilles Peterson. All of the Fringe DJ events at Watershed are free – so come and make a day of it and celebrate the end of the BBC 6 Music Fringe!

Please note: This event is being recorded.

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