There certainly aren’t many bands out there that could be described as ‘Proto-Robofolk’. Well that’s one description which has been used to describe The Phantom Band – that as well as indie-rock...
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Jill and Kate to Headline Free Academy Gig
Well, you don’t get this very often – a free gig! Manchester Academy and Ticketline have teamed up to present a free gig as a way of saying thank you to loyal gig-goers in Manchester. It takes place...
Slash Announces UK Tour
Slash marks his return to the UK in November for a run including a headline show at Manchester Arena, one of five UK dates.
In Review: Gabriella Cilmi at The Deaf Institute
Cards on the table, I’m a Gabriella Cilmi fan. I’d wanted to see her live for a long time but circumstances continually conspired against me – even snow and ice got in on the act one time to prevent...
Previewed: Little Mix at the Phones 4u Arena
One of the true X Factor success stories, Little Mix, are heading to Manchester Arena as a part of their biggest tour yet.
Previewed: Phoneys & The Freaks at The Deaf Institute
It’s twenty years since Oasis released their debut album, Definitely Maybe (which has been rereleased this week), an album which arguably changed the way Mancunians walked and talked, changing the...
Culture Club Announce Tour including Manchester Arena
Culture Club have announced a run of UK dates for December which will see the original line-up playing their first UK gigs in over 15 years!
Previewed: Opera Della Luna “The Gondoliers” at The Lowry Theatre
Opera della Luna brings its unique ensemble of multi-talented singers and comedians to the Lowry Theatre next week as they celebrate their twentieth anniversary. Originally founded in 1994, Opera...
The Week’s Classical Highlights – 18 May – 24 May 2014
Sunday 18 May 2014 Bridgewater Hall: The Halle. Sir Mark Elder conducts the Halle through music of the Americas, featuring performances of Bernstein’s Overture: Wonderful Town; Copland’s Rodeo:...
In Interview: Gabriella Cilmi
Aged only 16, Gabriella Cilmi was launched into the public eye with her hit song Sweet About Me, a song which sold over 2 million copies and reached the top ten in 16 countries (peaking at number 8...
In Review: Teleman at The Deaf Institute
For a band which avoids overloading guitars, steering clear of reverb and maintaining a clean, concise melodic theme, with a strong minimalistic approach, Teleman can certainly fill a room with...
The Halle Announces 2014-2015 Season
Manchester's Halle Orchestra has announced some of the highlights for the 2014-2015 season, during which the renowned Manchester orchestra will be joined by performers from around the world for...
In Review: David Serero at the Royal Northern College of Music
Last night we headed off to the RNCM to watch internationally acclaimed vocalist, David Serero’s One Man Musical - and what a show it was! Arriving on the Studio Theatre stage looking rather dapper,...
In Review: Kristyna Myles at The Deaf Institute
If you are not familiar with Kristyna Myles' music – you need to be! We were fortunate enough to attend Kristyna’s album launch at the Deaf Institute and were left in absolutely no doubt as to her...
Nerina Pallot Announces UK Tour
Brit Award and Ivor Novello award nominated singer Nerina Pallot has announted a 17-date nationwide tour, which will take in the Waterside Arts Centre in Sale on Monday 3rd May. The news coincides...