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My Bristol Favourites: Kehinde
Originally from Nigeria, Kehinde moved to Bristol at the age of 23 and now balances being a musician creating Afrobeats with a career in financial crime fraud operations.
“Bristol has given me patience, community-building and the power of love and inclusion,” says Kehinde.
“I’ve lived in Lawrence Hill, Warmley and Knowle West, and these places have, for the most part, shaped my top-five selections.
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“These aren’t just locations; they’re the corners of the city where I’ve made music, met friends, found calm and felt inspired. They’re touchstones in my journey of building my sound in Bristol.”
These are Kehinde’s top-five Bristol favourites:
St Nicholas Market
Many of the most popular food stalls in St Nick’s are located in the Glass Arcade – photo: Martin Booth
“St Nick’s feels like the heartbeat of Bristol. The smells of street food and the endless stalls, St Nick’s showed me how layered the city could be. Whether it’s chatting with friends, colleagues or even tourists taking photos, St Nick’s reminds me that the most ordinary moments can feel extraordinary when you stop and soak them in.”
Warmley Waiting Room
Warmley Waiting Room is a cafe in the original waiting room of the former Warmley station – photo: Martin Booth
“When I lived in Warmley, this became my pocket of calm. I’d walk along the Bristol & Bath Railway Path, and stop for coffee and carrot cake at Warmley Waiting Room then drift into nearby Warmley Forest. It’s where I’ve cleared my head after long weeks, planned out new songs, and even filmed content for some of my releases. A space that feels both personal and creative.”
Arnolfini
An exhibition by Dana Awartani is on display at Arnolfini until September 28 – photo: Martin Booth
“Arnolfini is one of my favourite ways to discover new artists. I’ve gone from wandering its exhibitions to sitting on the top floor with crayons and sketch paper, trying to translate what I’ve just seen into my own form. Every visit sparks something fresh and more than once I’ve left with a clear spark of inspiration. It’s a place that keeps me connected to the creative energy running through Bristol.”
Wake The Tiger
“Wake The Tiger is unlike anywhere else I’ve ever been. The first night I went there, it felt like stepping into another universe, rooms glowing with strange lights, soundscapes shifting, with installations everywhere. I left full of energy, ready to explore new visual ideas. It’s a place that proves Bristol never ceases to surprise.”
The Downs
A hedge in this corner of the Downs provides a useful wildlife habitat – photo: Martin Booth
“The Downs is cool. I’ve been with my family, remembering home and sharing stories; I’ve wandered alone just to watch the sky change. From up there, the whole city feels like it fits in the palm of your hand. It’s Bristol in widescreen: expansive, grounding, humbling.”
Main photo: Thomas Gravatt
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