Music Archive
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’.
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
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.
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
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’…
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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.
21st April 2023
Album review: Enter Shikari – A Kiss For The Whole World
Enter Shikari’s seventh studio album is a jubilant triumph
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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
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’?