MANCHESTER BANDS & ARTISTS ON STAGE IN MANCHESTER
MANCHESTER BANDS & ARTISTS ON STAGE IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Manchester Bands & Artists On Stage in Manchester
Fri 22 Nov 2024 - Sat 21 Jun 2025
Fri 14 Mar - Sat 24 May 2025
Blossoms
Friday 22 November 2024
Stockport quintet Blossoms burst onto the Manchester scene in the 2010s, quickly rising from local clubs to festival stages and the top of the UK Album charts within a few short years. Their catchy, synth-forward blend of Brit-pop and indi...
The Luka State
Friday 22 November 2024
The Winsford indie rockers offer a solid guitar attack and urgent melodies that are both catchy and powerful, scoring an early success with the song "30 Minute Break." Their song "Bring This All Together" was featured in the game Dream Leag...
Un-Convention Manchester
Friday 22 November 2024
The 112th Un-Convention music industry conference and showcase will once again bring together hundreds of pioneering artists, managers, labels, promoters, and festivals from over 50 UK towns and cities to explore the current state of the se...
Abbie Ozard
Friday 22 November 2024
Originating from Nantwich in Cheshire, the Manchester-based singer grew up falling in love with music through listening to her parent's CDs in their car. After years of singing in a choir, Abbie decided it was time to start writing her own ...
Good Habits
Friday 22 November 2024
Manchester-formed folk duo Bonnie Schwarz (cello + vocals) and Pete Shaw (accordion) mix revved-up virtuosity and harmony with vivid storytelling, drawing on their diverse musical tastes and weaving them into an action-packed narrative of g...
Pyncher
Friday 22 November 2024
Echo Chamber present Pyncher: Manchester's answer to the tantalising charm of grubby 1970s New York. With only a handful of singles and their EP Chew - which catapulted them onto the radar of anyone with a taste for garage rock - to their n...
Manchester 80's & 90's Music Tour & Exploration Game
Friday 22 November - Tuesday 31 December 2024
Join an interactive adventure that blends nostalgia, culture, and intrigue, as you uncover the hidden gems and untold tales of Manchester's musical past. Embark on a journey through Manchester's musical heyday, where the streets come aliv...
DJ Rob Fiddaman - Transmission
Friday 22 November 2024
Rob Fiddaman brings his infectious energy to the DJ decks - with all the Friday night favourites you need to get the weekend started. The Manchester DJ and Britpop aficionado comes fresh from shows on Islington Radio and The HitMix Radio...
Blossoms
Saturday 23 November 2024
Stockport quintet Blossoms burst onto the Manchester scene in the 2010s, quickly rising from local clubs to festival stages and the top of the UK Album charts within a few short years. Their catchy, synth-forward blend of Brit-pop and indi...
Stu Allan Festival
Saturday 23 - Sunday 24 November 2024
"Here's another chance for you to Dance with me" as the very first Stu Allan Festival boasts a very large line up with all profits going to Stu's wife Alison and their chosen charities.A celebration of the life of a legend, the iconic Manc...
Stax of Soul & The Soul Review
Saturday 23 November 2024
The original. A reputation that needs no introduction. Born in Manchester in 1983, 9-piece 100% live band STAX of SOUL celebrate their 40th Anniversary. Featuring incredible musicians (including a powerful brass section) meticulously & ene...
Bayboards
Saturday 23 November 2024
Undeniably set to be a huge household name, Manchester's Bayboards have earnt notoriety through their electric live shows up and down the North of England, with the four-piece often dragging all of Manchester's indie kids out with them. Whi...
Twin Lizzy - Thin Lizzy Tribute
Saturday 23 November 2024
Twin Lizzy are one of the UK's leading tributes to the music of Thin Lizzy and Phil Lynott. The Chorley-based band are known for playing the greats plus some lesser known tracks together with the on stage energy Lizzy was known for....
Manchester Camerata & Donald Grant - The Night Overtook Us
Sunday 24 November 2024
As the nights grow longer, wrap up for this nourishing and enriching journey to the Scottish Highlands. Travel with the Manchester Camerata to Gaelic lands, where the winter nights are long and isolating. Donald Grant's newly commissioned w...
Mrs Boon's Cake & Tea Party
Sunday 24 November 2024
Established back in 2006 Mrs Boon's Fabulous Tea Party is back! Come along to enjoy a laid back, family friendly, couple friendly, first date friendly, catch up with your best mates friendly, Sunday afternoon.. oh and it's dog friendly too!...
RNCM Monday Lunchtime Showcase
Monday 25 November - Monday 9 December 2024
With tickets from just £1.50, you can witness the next generation of musicians in this intimate lunchtime solo and chamber music series, as RNCM students select and perform pieces that showcase their unique artistic identity. Click on tic...
BBC Concert Orchestra - Northern Soul Orchestrated
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Following the sold-out night at the Royal Albert Hall's BBC Proms, the BBC Concert Orchestra take their dedicated to northern soul, curated by Wigan's Stuart Maconie and Manchester's Joe Duddell, on the road. A celebration of raw, rare Amer...
John Bramwell (I Am Kloot)
Wednesday 27 November 2024
The songwriter and frontman of Manchester three-piece, I Am Kloot also possesses an enviable back catalogue as a solo artist - previously known around his hometown as Johnny Dangerously - and continues to work on new material under the guis...
Elias String Quartet
Thursday 28 November 2024
Hailed as one of the most intense and vibrant quartets of their generation, the Elias String Quartet formed at the RNCM in 1998 and have had a strong association with the College ever since. Behind the scenes, they work closely with the st...
Herman's Hermits
Thursday 28 November 2024
Herman's Hermits, one of the biggest selling bands of the 60's, not just in the UK, but around the World celebrate their 60th anniverary. From their early beginnings in Manchester in 1964, the band have chalked up 23 Hit Singles, 10 Hit Alb...
Stanleys
Friday 29 November 2024
Emerging from Wigan, Stanleys are the next in a long line of illustrious musicians to emerge from the town. Bands and artists ranging from George Formby (Senior and Junior) to The Verve, Starsailor to The Lathums are proud to call Wigan hom...
Tom Hingley (Inspiral Carpets)
Friday 29 November 2024
Tom Hingley, ex Inspiral Carpets frontman will be performing songs from his solo career and the brilliant Inspirals back catalogue. ...
The Battery Farm
Friday 29 November 2024
Manc punk band The Battery Farm are a must see live band with a chaotic, fierce high energy live show. ...
Darren Alboni as Mick Hucknall - Simply Red Tribute
Friday 29 November 2024
Quoted to be the No.1 Mick Hucknall impersonator by the Simply Red Fan Club, Darren Alboni has been performing as the legendary Manchester soul star since 1991 after appearing on, and winning, his heat in Granada Television's "Stars In Thei...
The Smyths - Tribute to The Smiths
Saturday 30 November 2024
The Smyths are a joyous celebration of arguably the greatest band of all time, Manchester legends The Smiths. Thrillingly accurate, the group have amassed a huge following and regularly sell out huge venues both here and abroad. 2023 marks...
The Lancashire Hotpots
Saturday 30 November 2024
There's only one thing more satisfying than a visit to the chippy and that's an evening with The Lancashire Hotpots. St. Helens' finest are the undisputed kings of the Northern "knees up" with banging comedy folk anthems such as "Chippy Te...
Rosellas
Saturday 30 November 2024
Fresh from supporting Starsailor, the young Mancunians serve up stadium-ready guitars, punchy drums and pure adrenaline, with a sound that gives a nod to the bands of 90's Britpop, drawing sonic comparisons to The Verve, The Stone Roses and...
Oliver James Lomax
Saturday 30 November 2024
Described by comedian Mark Thomas as writing "poems that dance with originality and are tenderly unafraid of love and belonging," and by actor Maxine Peake as "beautifully written poems from a unique voice of integrity and spirit," Bolto...
Manchester Music Tours - Joy Division Tour
Saturday 30 November 2024
A four hour musical journey covering all things Joy Division and Factory Records! The chance to visit many of the important venues and locations around Manchester and surrounding areas that helped shape and influence the Joy Division sound....
The Hallé - Christmas Family Concert
Sunday 1 December 2024
A festive adventure for all the family! It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year! Gather the family, grab your jingle bells (a bunch of keys works too) and head on down to The Bridgewater Hall for a morning of festive fun with the Halle. Pr...
Manchester Camerata & Kantos - Handel's Messiah
Sunday 1 December 2024
Start your festivities with this most beloved of masterpieces. Feel immersed in the festivities amongst the warm, candlelit atmosphere of The Great Nave of the Monastery for this joyful celebratory performance of Handel's Messiah, notabl...
Manchester Camerata & Kantos - Handel's Messiah
Sunday 1 December 2024
Start your festivities with this most beloved of masterpieces. Feel immersed in the festivities amongst the warm, candlelit atmosphere of The Great Nave of the Monastery for this joyful celebratory performance of Handel's Messiah, notabl...
Chetham's Schools Concerts - Revolting Rhymes
Monday 2 - Thursday 5 December 2024
You might think you know the story of Little Red Riding Hood, but this musical adaption of Roald Dahl's wicked Revolting Rhymes turns this classic woodland tale into a cheeky, riotous adventure. Performed by musicians from Chetham's...
Manchester & Districts' Hospitals Choir Christmas Carol Concert
Monday 2 - Tuesday 3 December 2024
The annual CLIC Sargent Young Lives vs Cancer carol concert returns with a mix of choirs from around the Manchester area - consisting mainly of NHS medical and nursing staff who have given up their time to rehearse and perform - celebrating...
The Easy Rollers
Tuesday 3 December 2024
A roaring seven-piece jazz outfit - ready to transport you back to the golden age of jazz - deliver their sensational cabaret-style show Drop Me Off in Harlem, featuring hits from The Jazz Age (1920-1933) through to The Swing Era (1933-194...
The Slow Readers Club
Thursday 5 December 2024
Manchester's The Slow Readers Club deliver an energetic blend of driving drums and infectious guitar lines with evocative verses and anthemic choruses, imbued with their idiosyncratic brand of insightful and confronting lyricism, all set a...
Shed Seven
Friday 6 December 2024
Perpetual underdogs, Shed Seven seldom received critical acceptance, yet the York-formed indie legends were one of the leading lights of Britpop with two gold albums, 15 Top 40 singles and a legion of loyal fans. Their thunderous indie-rock...
Candlelight - A Tribute to Oasis
Friday 6 December 2024 - Friday 10 January 2025
Discover the music of Manchester legends Oasis performed by violin under the gentle glow of candlelight in this awe-inspiring location. ...
808 State
Friday 6 December 2024
Graham Massey's Manchester dance legends and Acid House pioneers have been described as "masters of their art" (Q), "pioneers" (Future Music), "for sonic trailblazing and inestimable influence, among our most important groups" (Record Colle...
Dirty Laces
Friday 6 December 2024
Fear, loathing, and pages of notebooks filled in between; North Manchester's Dirty Laces' relentless work ethic has seen them become signed, collaborate with Ride drummer Laurence Colbert, and continue to release a stream of new music recor...
FAC51 - The Hacienda Must Be Built
Saturday 7 December 2024
FAC51 The Hacienda returns to Manchester for a huge all day homecoming show with The Warehouse Project at Depot Mayfield. The largest Hacienda hometown event sees some of the biggest names in the club's history performing over five rooms...
Chetham’s Family Concert - Revolting Rhymes
Saturday 7 December 2024
You might think you know the story of Little Red Riding Hood, but this musical adaption of Roald Dahl's wicked Revolting Rhymes turns this classic woodland tale into a cheeky, riotous adventure. Performed by musicians from Chetham's...
Academy in the UK
Saturday 7 December 2024
'Academy In The UK' is the ultimate punk and alternative tribute night. Transport yourself back to the Seventies with The Pistols, Totally Blondie, A Band Called Malice (The Jam tribute) and The Ramonas the UK's best tribute to The Ramones....
Yasmin Coe
Saturday 7 December 2024
The Manchester-based Hull singer/songwriter takes inspiration from artists like Current Joys, Mazzy Star and the Pixies, with performances and music which bring together storytelling lyrics amongst jangly indie guitar sounds. Self-described...
Manchester Music Tours - The Smiths Tour
Saturday 7 December 2024 - Saturday 8 March 2025
The Smiths fans from across the globe will have the opportunity to experience once again how this iconic band made their mark in Manchester and the world. Iconic places that will be visited on the tour include; Strangeways prison, which bec...
My Generation featuring Babalola Jnr
Sunday 8 December 2024
My Generation, Manchester's Coolest Over-50's Club Night, is back at Matt & Phred's for an evening of Soul, Northern Soul, and Motown - fronted by the fantastic Babalola Jnr! 'My Generation' is all about creating a club night experience for...
Hope Mill Community Choir & Orchestra
Monday 9 December 2024
Join Hope Mill Community Choir and Orchestra for their seasonal sharing. Each term the Community groups work on new performance pieces as well as building on the old favourites in their repertoire. ...
Courteeners
Wednesday 11 December 2024
Led by talismanic singer/songwriter Liam Fray, the Mancunian stadium rockers and former Manchester United ball-boys have evolved from raw anthemic indie rockers to groove-laden indie kings. Each of their seven albums has gone Top 10, with t...
The Houghton Weavers
Thursday 12 December 2024
THE HOUGHTON WEAVERS have been entertaining folk for 48 years with their unique blend of popular folk music, humour and audience participation. In their time together, the group have performed thousands of concerts, recorded over 30 albums,...
Quatuor Danel & Richard Whalley
Thursday 12 December 2024
The leading French string quartet - who have been "Quartet in Residence" at the University of Manchester since 2005 - are joined by pianist Richard Whalley and Pete Furniss on clarinet for Amber Priestley's K. 581 (but not quite his...
