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The Johnny Marr Orchestra live in Manchester: A catalyst for a music renaissance?

The Johnny Marr Orchestra live in Manchester: A catalyst for a music renaissance?

Johnny Marr and his phenomenal orchestra merge classical music with Manchester classics at Factory International for two nights only, setting a bold new standard for live music
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Victorious Festival: Big names and local talent shine alike at Southsea’s bank holiday party

Victorious Festival: Big names and local talent shine alike at Southsea’s bank holiday party

Southsea Common’s bank holiday bash returned for 2023, and hosted some of the most exciting talent in the UK. Find out the lowdown on the weekend here.
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Remembering Andy Rourke: The Smiths bassist has passed away aged 59

Remembering Andy Rourke: The Smiths bassist has passed away aged 59

Remembering the brilliant Andy Rourke, bassist of Manchester legends The Smiths after his passing on 19th May 2023
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Live review: A triumphant return to Manchester for Morrissey

Live review: A triumphant return to Manchester for Morrissey

Morrissey performs to a sold out crowd at Manchester’s O2 Apollo, exactly 40 years after The Smiths’ first show
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Blondie en-Rapture their Manchester audience with a spectacular set

Blondie en-Rapture their Manchester audience with a spectacular set

Blondie bring a whirlwind of greatest hits to Manchester cementing their star status. Sarah Taylor reviews.
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Single Review: Johnny Marr – Armatopia

Single Review: Johnny Marr – Armatopia

Johnny Marr’s new “Eco Disco 2019” track solidifies Marr’s status as a solo artist in his own right, says contributor Aiden Tinsley.
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Preview: Manchester Literature Festival 2017

The Books Editor’s top picks from the forthcoming Manchester Literature Festival
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Preview: Johnny Marr

Marr returns to Manchester hot on the heels of the success of his top ten album ‘The Messenger’
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Live: Johnny Marr

“He’s a magician with a guitar, a godlike genius, and quite possibly the coolest Mancunian of all time.”
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Live: The Cribs

The Cribs can be anthemic without needing to have the audience jumping and screaming as one.
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