For a relatively small city, Bristol has had an outsized influence on the UK's music culture. From the birth of trip hop – led by pioneering Bristol artists Massive Attack, Portishead and Tricky – in the 1990s, to the city's influence on post 2010s bass music – from artists such as Batu, Hodge and Peverelist – Bristol has always been at the forefront of sonic experimentation.

Now in its 11th year, Bristol's Simple Things festival continues to champion the city’s vibrant underground music scene, cementing its place as a cornerstone of Bristol’s cultural calendar. With over 10 stages spread across the city, the festival offers a perfect opportunity to explore what Bristol all that Bristol has to offer. So, we asked Bristol-based producer and DJ Hodge to show us where he recommends you visit during the festival.

With a killer run of releases on Fabric, Livity Sound, Local Action and Houndstooth, Hodge has secured a unique position for himself in the UK's dance music continuum. His focus on blending styles creates an energy and excitement in both his productions and DJ Sets which cannot be missed.