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Preview: Saul Adamczewski on a solo return to Manchester’s Night and Day Cafe
3rd May 2023

Preview: Saul Adamczewski on a solo return to Manchester’s Night and Day Cafe

Saul Adamczewski, tortured genius of anarcho-rock group Fat White Family and the disparate pop act Inscure Men, returns to Manchester’s Night and Day Cafe, this time with an album all of his own. Introducing, ‘Adventures in Limbo’.
Sing It Back: Albert Hall marks its 10th anniversary with Róisín Murphy and others
1st May 2023

Sing It Back: Albert Hall marks its 10th anniversary with Róisín Murphy and others

Albert Hall is celebrating 10 years of stellar success with headlining concerts by Róisín Murphy and Osees, following performances by Mogwai and Peter Hook and the Light
Live review: Razorlight @ Albert Hall, Manchester
29th April 2023

Live review: Razorlight @ Albert Hall, Manchester

A staple band of England’s early-2000s indie-rock scene, Razorlight’s energy and passion remain infectious – as proven by their performance at Manchester’s Albert Hall on the 20th.
Palace Theatre Manchester invites you to dance
28th April 2023

Palace Theatre Manchester invites you to dance

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King and I returns to Manchester, this time playing the Palace Theatre, as part of its UK tour – starring Annalene Beechey and Darren Lee
Frantic, funky, forever fascinating: The Orielles live at Canvas
26th April 2023

Frantic, funky, forever fascinating: The Orielles live at Canvas

The Orielles bring their ever-changing soundscapes and grooves to Manchester in support of their latest record, ‘Tableau’…
Blur announce series of warm-up shows ahead of their first-ever Wembley Stadium dates
25th April 2023

Blur announce series of warm-up shows ahead of their first-ever Wembley Stadium dates

Blur will visit four locations across the UK on their warm up tour ahead of two huge shows at Wembley Stadium; find out more here.
The Beatles’ debut album isn’t one of their best, but could it be?
21st April 2023

The Beatles’ debut album isn’t one of their best, but could it be?

As the Fab Four’s debut turns 60, Jake Rowley proposes an alternative ‘Please Please Me’ comprising the best of their early material.
Let yourself ‘Be Opened By The Wonderful’: We ‘Sit Down’ with James’ Jim Glennie
21st April 2023

Let yourself ‘Be Opened By The Wonderful’: We ‘Sit Down’ with James’ Jim Glennie

In conversation with Jim Glennie, the bassist of James, to discuss their brand new Orchestral album and upcoming UK tour.
Live review: Balancing Act rock YES, Manchester
21st April 2023

Live review: Balancing Act rock YES, Manchester

Balancing Act are the next must-see band before they blow up. The Mancunion chats to the band after their superb sold-out YES gig.
Live review: Thee Sacred Souls at Band on the Wall, Manchester
21st April 2023

Live review: Thee Sacred Souls at Band on the Wall, Manchester

San Diegan soul band Thee Sacred Souls brings a love heavy setlist to Manchester that leaves us all longing for a little more romance in our lives.

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Creating a transitive space in This Stupid World: Yo La Tengo play New Century
21st April 2023

Creating a transitive space in This Stupid World: Yo La Tengo play New Century

New Jersey’s Yo La Tengo return to Manchester for their first show in the city in five years.
Album review: Enter Shikari – A Kiss For The Whole World
21st April 2023

Album review: Enter Shikari – A Kiss For The Whole World

Enter Shikari’s seventh studio album is a jubilant triumph
Album review: Billie Marten – Drop Cherries
21st April 2023

Album review: Billie Marten – Drop Cherries

Billie Marten releases her fourth studio album Drop Cherries, combining influences from her previous three records into a self-assured and mature selection of love songs
Live review: Paramore @ AO Arena, Manchester
21st April 2023

Live review: Paramore @ AO Arena, Manchester

Paramore return to Manchester at the top of their game, playing a career-spanning set to a sold-out crowd.
Live review: Big Thief at Manchester’s O2 Apollo
21st April 2023

Live review: Big Thief at Manchester’s O2 Apollo

Returning to Manchester with a second round of tour dates, the Brooklyn band dazzle fans with stunning renditions of their folk-rock masterpieces
Live review: Enter Shikari at New Century Hall
21st April 2023

Live review: Enter Shikari at New Century Hall

Enter Shikari gear up for their newest album release at the final Manchester show of their residency tour
Live review: Leith Ross @ The Deaf Institute
21st April 2023

Live review: Leith Ross @ The Deaf Institute

After going viral with hit song ‘We’ll Never Have Sex’, Leith Ross embarked on their UK tour with a stop at Manchester’s Deaf Institute.
Live review: Lyra at Canvas: “Wonder Woman on Steroid”
20th April 2023

Live review: Lyra at Canvas: “Wonder Woman on Steroid”

Lyra’s concert in Canvas was a reminder of the power of live music to bring people together and to create unforgettable moments
Disney celebrates 100 years of music and memories with a UK arena tour
18th April 2023

Disney celebrates 100 years of music and memories with a UK arena tour

Disney 100: The Concert is touring the UK to mark 100 years of The Walt Disney Company, with Strictly star (and Disney super-fan) Janette Manrara as host
‘CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST: The Estate Sale’ – Tyler, The Creator bounces back with new bonus tracks
17th April 2023

‘CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST: The Estate Sale’ – Tyler, The Creator bounces back with new bonus tracks

Is Tyler, The Creator’s new deluxe ‘The Estate Sale’ worthy of the attention it has gained from those who were underwhelmed by the original ‘CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST’?