Bruce

Larry McCarthy, performing as Bruce, is a pivotal figure in the post-dubstep evolution of the Bristol electronic scene. Emerging through the Hessle Audio and Timedance labels, he represents a bridge between traditional UK bass music and avant-garde techno.

His sound identity is defined by high-contrast production: crystalline high-end textures paired with immense, foundational sub-bass. Unlike his peers, Bruce often incorporates field recordings and non-musical foley to create a 'somatic' or bodily experience for the listener. His career arc saw a transition from club-focused 12-inches like 'I'm Alright Mate' to the more conceptual and expansive 'Sonder Somatic' (2018). Critically, he is lauded for his ability to maintain a 'human' element within highly digital environments, often using asymmetrical rhythms that challenge the listener's expectations of dance music. He is a central node in a network of Bristol-based innovators including Batu and Ploy, collectively redefining the 'UK Bass' tag for a global experimental audience.