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Magdalena Bay cast a spell at Manchester Academy

Magdalena Bay cast a spell at Manchester Academy

Synth-pop duo Magdalena Bay take over Manchester Academy, delivering an enchanting performance that left the audience spellbound
The Dare live in Leeds: Belgrave thinks he’s with it

The Dare live in Leeds: Belgrave thinks he’s with it

Following the release of his debut album, The Dare makes his Leeds debut, delivering his signature experimental electroclash to 350 of his most loyal fans
Live at Leeds in the City preview: Festival season isn’t over yet

Live at Leeds in the City preview: Festival season isn’t over yet

Live at Leeds in the City returns once again for 2024 – find out all you need to know here
Looking back at Truck Festival 2024: “Good times, all the time” with Wet Leg & more

Looking back at Truck Festival 2024: “Good times, all the time” with Wet Leg & more

Truck Festival proved itself to be one of the country’s best, appealing to all audiences by bringing something for everyone and showcasing a variation of exciting new music
Lanterns on the Lake at Halifax Minster: A euphoric set in a suitably captivating venue

Lanterns on the Lake at Halifax Minster: A euphoric set in a suitably captivating venue

Joined by Radiohead’s Phillip Selway, the Mercury-nominated group delivered a cathartic spectacle and once again demonstrated why they are one of the UK’s most noteworthy acts   
Azealia Banks live at O2 Victoria Warehouse: Problematic star comes Back to the Union Jack, eventually

Azealia Banks live at O2 Victoria Warehouse: Problematic star comes Back to the Union Jack, eventually

Azealia Banks returns to the UK, but is hindered by lateness and on-stage laziness overshadowing her undeniable talent
The Pleasure Dome present ‘Liminal Space’: A surprisingly varied punk rock powerhouse

The Pleasure Dome present ‘Liminal Space’: A surprisingly varied punk rock powerhouse

Bristolian rockers The Pleasure Dome return with their newest EP ‘Liminal Space’ to demonstrate their musical versatility
Northern Music Awards 2024: Celebrating breakthrough acts, chart-topping superstars, and the people behind the scenes

Northern Music Awards 2024: Celebrating breakthrough acts, chart-topping superstars, and the people behind the scenes

Celebrating northern music in all of its charm, Nordoff and Robbins host the 2024 Northern Music Awards in Manchester’s city centre
Tom Odell live in Manchester: A triumphant return to the O2 Apollo

Tom Odell live in Manchester: A triumphant return to the O2 Apollo

Armed with a newfound sense of freedom, ‘Another Love’ star Tom Odell returns to Manchester with an electric display of his latest album Black Friday
Master Peace live at Night and Day: How To Make a Tour

Master Peace live at Night and Day: How To Make a Tour

The genre-bending, ‘indie sleaze revivalist’ brings his electrifying ‘How to Make a Tour’ set to Manchester’s Night and Day
Preview: Parklife 2023

Preview: Parklife 2023

Parklife 2023 is back and soon on its way. Here is all the information you require before the weekend!
Live review: Enter Shikari at New Century Hall

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: Fall Out Boy at Band on the Wall

Live review: Fall Out Boy at Band on the Wall

Fall Out Boy play a special intimate warm-up show at Manchester’s Band on the Wall, making for a night we’ll remember for centuries
The 1975 live: Pop euphoria At Its Very Best

The 1975 live: Pop euphoria At Its Very Best

What does a Greggs Sausage Roll have in common with raw meat and indie pop? Matty Healy of course. Check out The Mancunion’s review of the 1975 ‘At Their Very Best’ here.
Live review: James Taylor at O2 Apollo, Manchester

Live review: James Taylor at O2 Apollo, Manchester

Iconic and influential singer-songwriter James Taylor provides an evening of first-class entertainment at the O2 Apollo.
10 Must-See Acts at Reading and Leeds Festival 2022

10 Must-See Acts at Reading and Leeds Festival 2022

Whether you’re a rock, hip-hop, or pop-punk fan, you’re bound to discover your new favourite artist at Leeds Festival this year – check out our picks for ones to watch.
Down the Rabbit Hole for Foreverland 2022

Down the Rabbit Hole for Foreverland 2022

Previewing the next Alice in Wonderland-themed rave at Victoria Warehouse on 21st October.
MVSON World: Cheshire’s Ibiza?

MVSON World: Cheshire’s Ibiza?

Millie Sheppard reviews MVSON World, MVSON Collective’s large-scale day festival at Arley Hall.
Oh My God!: John Digweed at Manchester Cathedral

Oh My God!: John Digweed at Manchester Cathedral

Millie Sheppard reviews a riveting set from Manchester Cathedral’s resident DJ John Digweed.
Talking to MVSON Collective

Talking to MVSON Collective

Millie Sheppard interviews MVSON Collective ahead of the MVSON World festival.