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Bristol has been short-listed in a competition to find the UK's Most Musical City, and locals and visitors alike are being urged to vote to name the city as the nation's number one. From the pioneering influences of trip-hop and Drum and Base to the more recent music scenes emerging throughout the city such as nu-folk, indie and electro, there is no doubt that Bristol has a tendency to lead the way in music rather than follow fashion. Be sure to cast your vote to give the Bristol music scene the recognition it deserves - Click here.

Bristol proudly boasts a thriving, eclectic music scene and has churned out globally recognised acts such as Tricky, Portishead and Massive Attack. Below are just a few of the great live music venues in the city that continue to stage top artists and bands from across the globe.

Colston Hall is the south west's leading concert hall and features performances from pop, rock classical and leftfield artists.

St George's is one of Britain's leading concert venues and hosts lunchtime and evening classical, chamber, world, folk, blues and jazz concerts.

The Victoria Rooms, home to the University of Bristol's music department, hosts regular lunchtime and evening concerts in a splendid setting.

Why not have a go yourself with Karaoke-Me, Bristol's new private karaoke rooms - you can hire a room, enjoy a meal and sing your heart out with friends.

A traditional Bristol pub that boasts friendly service and locally-sourced ales, The Old Duke on King Street plays stage to world-class blues and jazz acts every night of the week.

The Louisiana is perhaps one of the most important venues for up and coming local bands , as well as National Touring acts. Some huge names have played here and the venue continues to host great live gigs.

Joe Public's on The Triangle is a unique underground bar, restaurant and music venue offering a wide range of entertainment throughout the week.

Carling Academy Bristol stages large club nights and live gigs, including artists and bands from across the globe.