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Loyle Carner at O2 Victoria Warehouse: The voice of a generation brings his new album to Manchester

Loyle Carner at O2 Victoria Warehouse: The voice of a generation brings his new album to Manchester

Loyle Carner proves himself to be one of the most important voices in the conscious hip-hop scene of today
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Live review: jasmine.4.t concludes her worldwide tour at Gorilla

Live review: jasmine.4.t concludes her worldwide tour at Gorilla

The singer-songwriter performs a show beset by technical difficulties but affirming her importance
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Live review: Bleach conquer their third-ever gig at Aatma

Live review: Bleach conquer their third-ever gig at Aatma

Emerging Manchester band Bleach showcase their various influences and capabilities at Aatma
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Live review: Canadian riot grrrl band Softcult return to Manchester

Live review: Canadian riot grrrl band Softcult return to Manchester

Softcult perform another loud yet equally tender show in Manchester
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Live review: my bloody valentine at Aviva Studios

Live review: my bloody valentine at Aviva Studios

Shoegaze pioneers return to Manchester during their first tour in ten years
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Live review: Sunday (1994) bring Sunday service to Manchester on a Thursday

Live review: Sunday (1994) bring Sunday service to Manchester on a Thursday

Transatlantic trio Sunday (1994) return to the stage and the city of Manchester in style
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I Am Frankelda review: what it misses in writing, it gains in aesthetics at Manchester Animation Festival 2025

I Am Frankelda review: what it misses in writing, it gains in aesthetics at Manchester Animation Festival 2025

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I Am Frankelda offers a bold concept but does not manage to achieve enough substance.
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Live review: shame show off their entertaining and chaotic best at New Century

Live review: shame show off their entertaining and chaotic best at New Century

shame perform a predictably chaotic show to a crowd who did not need inciting
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One year ago: Fontaines D.C. prove ‘Romance’ isn’t dead at Aviva Studios

One year ago: Fontaines D.C. prove ‘Romance’ isn’t dead at Aviva Studios

Irish post-punk titans Fontaines D.C. returned to Manchester last November for a three-night residency at Aviva Studios
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Predator: Badlands review: frontline Yautja, frontline feelings

Predator: Badlands review: frontline Yautja, frontline feelings

The Predator franchise brings its titular antagonist to the driver’s seat, marking a strange but exciting change of pace.
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A new study spot with good food? House of Social has it all

A new study spot with good food? House of Social has it all

We spent the day at House of Social: could their great food, gorgeous interiors, and reliable Wi-Fi make it Manchester’s ultimate student hangout?
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From ‘BRAT’ to Brontë: Charli xcx’s latest singles reach dazzling Heights

From ‘BRAT’ to Brontë: Charli xcx’s latest singles reach dazzling Heights

Charli xcx ditches saccharine club bangers for slower tempos and ominous soundscapes but retains her commitment to experimentalism
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Live review: hard life make a joyful return to Manchester

Live review: hard life make a joyful return to Manchester

hard life debut new album material and triumph on their first headline tour since 2023
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Live review: Sports Team cause carnage in Academy 2

Live review: Sports Team cause carnage in Academy 2

Sports Team bring their indie-rock and post-punk to Academy 2 for a night characterised by chaos and crowd interaction
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Live review: Perfume Genius brings ‘Glory’ to New Century Hall

Live review: Perfume Genius brings ‘Glory’ to New Century Hall

The critically-adored alternative musician returns to Manchester with an uncompromising surge of artistic expression in support of his seventh studio album
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Live review: Confidence Man curate The Warehouse Project

Live review: Confidence Man curate The Warehouse Project

Confidence Man make a triumphant return to Manchester with a curation of The Warehouse Project
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Alpha review: a profoundly disappointing mess at Leeds International Film Festival 2025

Alpha review: a profoundly disappointing mess at Leeds International Film Festival 2025

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Julia Ducournau’s latest, Alpha, proves that one of the most exciting directors of the 21st century isn’t infallible
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Live review: NewDad showcase acclaimed new album ‘Altar’ at Academy 2

Live review: NewDad showcase acclaimed new album ‘Altar’ at Academy 2

NewDad open a tour in support of ‘Altar’ with a breathtaking show
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Live review: The Psychedelic Furs have a spark that does not fade

Live review: The Psychedelic Furs have a spark that does not fade

The Psychedelic Furs make their return to Manchester with an atmospheric and mesmerising live show at Albert Hall
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Live review: YHWH Nailgun at the White Hotel

Live review: YHWH Nailgun at the White Hotel

YHWH Nailgun bring their abrasive and experimental noise-rock to The White Hotel
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