What’s on Manchester
THE TWILIGHT SAD announce ‘IT’S THE LONG GOODBYE’ – band’s first new album in seven years sees The Cure’s Robert Smith guest
THE TWILIGHT SAD today announce their long-awaited sixth album IT’S THE LONG GOODBYE due out 27th March via Rock Actions Records and available to preorder here. Following the album’s lead track “Waiting For The… Read more »
LUCINDA WILLIAMS comes to MANCHESTER – Bridgewater Hall on Friday 30th January 2026
Three-time Grammy Award winner, Lucinda Williams has been carving her own path for more than three decades now. Born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Williams had been imbued… Read more »
WET LEG unveil video for “pokemon” + Tour Dates
Fresh from their three Grammy nominations last month – for Alternative Performance (“mangetout”), Alternative Album, and Best Album Cover – today, Wet Leg share the new video for “pokemon”. The band’s second… Read more »
Yellow Days announces UK Tour & new album
From revealing his talents to the world with the ‘Harmless Melodies’ EP through to the sprawling ambition of his ‘A Day In A Yellow Beat’ album to last year’s visionary, high-concept ‘HOTEL… Read more »
PIZZA WITH PURPOSE: FORBICI AND EAT WELL MCR TEAM UP FOR A FESTIVE FUNDRAISER
Forbici is bringing Manchester together this festive season with a collaboration that’s all about food and community.. Partnering with Eat Well MCR, the Neapolitan pizzeria is inviting locals to… Read more »
The Limiñanas – UK live dates in December – New album ‘Faded’ out now
“Faded continues to mine the fertile groundwork laid down by ’60s American garage-punk, Can, Gainsbourg, The Action, Troggs and Euro movie soundtracks” ★★★★ Shindig “Perpignan’s king and queen of… Read more »
Squeeze announce Manchester date on 2026 Tried, Tested and Trixies Tour
Following the announcement of their new studio album Trixies, British legends Squeeze announce the most ambitious UK tour of their 50+ year career. Founded in 1973 by Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook, Squeeze… Read more »
CHAMELEONS – On Tour in the UK This November, including Manchester Date
Nearly 45 years since their formation, and 25 years on from their exaltant reunion in 2000 – CHAMELEONS – are ecstatic to announce a new run of… Read more »
COURTEENERS release ‘Sweet Surrender (Live At Co-op Live, Manchester)’ ahead of tickets going on-sale tomorrow for huge summer 2026 outdoor show
Following an incredible year of sold-out arena shows and headline festival appearances, Courteeners today treat fans to a brand-new live version of, ‘Sweet Surrender (Live At Co-op Live, Manchester), the… Read more »
Manchester’s magical Christmas Parade is back for 2025 – and you can be a part of it!
Manchester’s magical Christmas Parade – THE heartwarming event of the festive season – is back for 2025 and set to delight children, families and anyone young at… Read more »
The Brit Fest 2026 returns with an incredible line-up for next Summer!
The wait is over. The Brit Fest has officially unveiled its full 2026 line-up, confirming another record-breaking year for one of the North West’s most exciting and fast-growing… Read more »
BLACKOUT DINNERS ARE BACK: DINE BY CANDLELIGHT AT 20 STORIES
On Sunday 26th October, 20 Stories is inviting guests to experience the return of its popular Blackout Dinner. As the clocks go back, diners can enjoy a candlelit, multi-course… Read more »
Last ever Lack of Afro album & tour – ‘Love Dealer’ LP out Oct 10 + 23 dates across the UK
Heeding the cry that your disco needs you, multi-million streamed producer and soundtrack specialist Lack of Afro rocks the house and captures the bygone glamour of clubbing… Read more »
THE WEDDING PRESENT – On Tour in the UK This Autumn Celebrating 40th Anniversary
David Lewis Gedge and his semi-legendary band celebrate a special anniversary live across Ireland and the United Kingdom this September and October. The Wedding Present was born… Read more »
ESTHER MANITO SLAGBOMB UK TOUR – SEPTEMBER 2025 – FEBRUARY 2026
UK TOUR: SEPTEMBER 2025 – FEBRUARY 2026 – ON SALE 10AM, 28TH MARCH 2025 – TICKETS Esthermanito.co.uk / Twitter: @esther_manito / Instagram: @esthermanito This Autumn, award-winning British-Lebanese comedian Esther Manito (as seen on Live… Read more »
MAGIC IS ON ITS WAY WITH SELFRIDGES AND DISNEY.LOOK OUT FOR STARDUST FROM 6 NOVEMBER 2025.
As the 100-day countdown to Christmas begins, Selfridges and Disney announce an unprecedented festive collaboration to excite and enchant visitors from around the world. ‘A Most Magical… Read more »
THE PSYCHEDELIC FURS – Embark Upon UK Tour This October – with Special Guest Anja Huwe
Icons of the original post-punk era The Psychedelic Furs are out on tour this autumn, stopping at beloved venues across the country throughout October. This autumn, The… Read more »
MOGWAI announce extensive February 2026 UK tour
Mogwai today announce a UK tour for February 2026, taking in 11 dates, starting at Paisley Town Hall on 12 February and running through to O2 Apollo in Manchester on 27… Read more »
Matteo Bocelli releases new album – “Falling In Love” | UK tour this November
With his sophomore album, Falling in Love, released on Decca Records, Matteo steps confidently into the spotlight as the next generation artist, with the heart of a poet… Read more »
ALABAMA 3 – Embark Upon Run of UK Tour Dates This Winter – Tickets On Sale Now
This December, Alabama 3 will return to the road for a run of UK dates, concluding with a hometown show at London’s O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire. Last… Read more »