Live Reviews
For one evening, Band on the Wall stopped feeling like central Manchester and became something far stranger, part New Orleans backroom, part fever dream from another century. With ghostly blues, surreal storytelling and a crowd spanning generations, C.W. Stoneking delivered one of the most transportive live shows you could hope to stumble into. Continue reading C.W. Stoneking at Band on the Wall: Cash Only, Time Travel Included
Gorillaz prove the “virtual band” thing might actually be the most real gig going. Continue reading Gorillaz Make Manchester Their Cartoon Capital
We swapped sticky club floors for red carpets and headed to Manchester for the first ever non-London BRIT Awards.
From surreal arrivals to arena-shaking performances, Britain’s biggest music night felt right at home up north.
Here’s what went on, what went down, and why the move mattered. Continue reading Inside the 2026 BRIT Awards: Celebrating Music in Manchester
Stereophonics delivered a powerful performance in Liverpool, showcasing their deep-rooted connection with their audience. Blending classics and newer material seamlessly, they demonstrated confidence and musical control. The set featured crowd favorites and reflective moments, highlighting their ability to engage and resonate emotionally, solidifying their enduring place in British rock history. Continue reading Have a Nice Night: Stereophonics Live at the M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool
Deafheaven return to Liverpool with a set that leans back into the ferocity and scale that made their name. Continue reading Deafheaven Live: A Night at the Arts Club
Not a die-hard going in, but walked out in awe of the theatre, the intensity, and the sheer command of that stage.
Continue reading Gary Numan Live: Synths, Sorrow and the Sound of Survival
Wolf Alice bought The Clearing European Tour to Manchester’s AO Arena. Continue reading Live Review: Wolf Alice Shines in Arena Spectacle
Hans Zimmer turned Co-op Live into a full-blown cinematic cathedral. Continue reading A Night with Hans Zimmer: Music that Moves
For Those I Love carves the stone at Gorilla in Manchester. Continue reading Glass Acts & Grief Raves: For Those I Love Breaks More Than Pints at Gorilla
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