Sunday 28 February – Tori Kelly – The Ritz After an impressive 2015 which saw Tori Kelly becoming a household name off the back of huge headline performances, a supporting slot for Sam Smith’s UK tour, and sensational appearances at the likes of the MTV EMA’s, and the small matter of a Grammy nomination for Best…
Sunday 31 January – The Cadillac Three – Manchester Academy 2 Masters in blending the weight of heavy music with the swagger of southern rock and the true grit of country, The Cadillac Three’s 2016 nine-date tour is in support of their eagerly anticipated upcoming album – the follow-up to 2014’s critically acclaimed Tennessee Mojo. Tickets…
Sunday 24 January – The Corrs and The Shires Manchester Arena The Corrs perform their first Manchester show since 2001 showcasing tracks from their new album White Light as well as some of their biggest hits. The group has sold over 30 million albums since their huge 1995 debut Forgiven not Forgotten. Support comes from…
After an incredible six months that have seen her nominated for both the Brits Critics’ Choice and BBC Sound of 2016, Frances prepares to release new single Borrowed Time, impacting on Capitol Records this 22 January. The release comes ahead of a perform at Manchester’s Deaf Institute scheduled for 13 May. Written with Howard Lawrence from…
Monday 18 and Tuesday 19 January – The Maccabees – Albert Hall Out on tour in support of their first ever UK number one album Marks To Prove It, The Maccabees perform at Manchester’s Albert Hall. The tour follows on from a successful 2015 which also saw them perform an excellent set at Glastonbury. Tickets £25. Tuesday…
After a strong 2015, which has seen Halifax’s finest garner more support and put on a series of strong performances including July’s show at The Castle, as well as release the outstanding and addictive tune Joey Says We Got It, The Orielles brought their year to a close with another excellent gig at Manchester’s Deaf Institute. Taking…
Sunday 13 December and Monday 14 December – John Bramwell! – The Deaf Institute I Am Kloot’s singer songwriter John Bramwell performs his first set of new songs since the band’s top ten hit Let It All In. With these recordings ready for release to coincide with the tour and a bag of classic songs…
Sunday 6 December – Nailed It! – The Castle The key feature of Ben Williams’ Nailed It! series at The Castle has been the high quality of acts which have performed from Laura Esther to Lily Jo and more. The latest in the monthly shows is set to be of an equally high standard, featuring Lee…
Nina Nesbitt has announced details of a new tour and EP, set for release in February. The announcement comes after days of teasing her fans on social media with cryptic messages driving her Nesbians into a frenzy. Nina’s new EP, Modern Love, is set to be released on 5 February, almost two years after her…
Sometimes it takes just one strum of the guitar to have a crowd in the palm of your hands. That is exactly what False Advertising delivered at the Deaf Institute as they performed a set of grungy delight. False Advertising have been steadily building a strong reputation around the Manchester music scene since forming in…
