music
2nd March 2026 | By William Narayn-Nicholas
The BRITs 2026 – a fresh set of eyes on traditionThe excitement across Manchester has been palpable since it was announced that the BRIT Awards were heading north. Art trails, reimagined Metrolink stations and fringe...
26th February 2026 | By Phoebe Low
Dynamic art trail transforms city centre for BRIT awardsLocal illustrators have turned Manchester’s streets into a music themed open-air gallery ahead of the Brit awards this weekend. To celebrate the BRIT Awards on Saturday, six talented illustrators...
20th February 2026 | By Alex Price
Students from Man Met team up to showcase new music talent as part of Brits awards in ManchesterFor the first time since they began in 1977 the Brit awards are being held in Manchester. The relocation up north is not the only...
15th December 2025 | By Alex Price
The Smiths drummer celebrates Manchester book launch detailing his time in acclaimed indie bandThe Smiths drummer Mike Joyce says that being in one of the most acclaimed indie bands of the 80s was “very unique and unusual”. In...
16th October 2025 | By Leslie Kerwin
DJ Paulette: from the living room to Europe and backFrom the minute she could stand, Paulette Constable knew her place was above the crowds. As a little girl, she spent her days on her...
13th March 2025 | By Donal Hay
Top things to do in Manchester on St Patrick’s Day weekendManchester is known as one of the best cities to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day outside Ireland. The city has deep Irish connections dating back centuries...
19th November 2024 | By Leah Green
Music for a cause: Mary’s Meals charity hosts Christmas concertFeatured Image: Mary’sMealsUKcharity Get ready to jingle all the way! Mary’s Meals charity is hosting a festive music concert in Manchester, raising money to feed...
21st October 2024 | By Evie Gledhill
Andy Burnham is helping young people find better career pathwaysImage Credit: Kyle Rozcniak “Young people growing up in Greater Manchester can see the skyscrapers of the city from their bedroom window, but they can’t...
9th May 2024 | By Anna Klekot
Historic Chorlton pub paves the way for new era of live music venuesOne of the oldest pubs in Chorlton reopened in April. New landlords musician Jonny Booth and actor Rupert Hill have taken over the grade II listed building and are looking at making it a space for everyone.
16th April 2024 | By Anna Klekot
The first ever urban gardening show is among several top attractions happening in Manchester this weekendWant to know what's on this weekend in Manchester? From a one-of-a-kind urban garden show to a free interactive exhibition, our guide has something for everyone.
7th March 2024 | By Makenna Ali
Green Island Festival is returning to Hulme in the summerGreen Island Festiva will be kicking off this summer with a stage set up in the Hulme Community Garden Centre.
8th January 2024 | By Anna Klekot
Latest plans for Manchester’s new arena spark backlash from councillorsCouncillors concerned over late opening times of new music venue in Ancoats
1st December 2023 | By Matthew Barber
Manchester festival announces Christmas show to help the homelessAfter All festival has announced a Christmas show with all of the profits going to musicians against homelessness.
3rd November 2023 | By Rebecca Mills
Fatboy Slim announces Castlefield Bowl gig as part of UK and Ireland 2024 summer tourThe world-famous DJ will be returning to Manchester on July 5, as part of his eight-date ‘Loves Summer’ UK and Ireland tour, which will also...
13th October 2023 | By Matthew Barber
First venue purchased by Music Venue Properties in Greater ManchesterThe Snug, Atherton has been purchased by the Music Venue Trust, allowing the venue to remain open under increasing stresses.
11th May 2023 | By Jessica Smith
Eurovision celebrations begin as Picadilly Gardens is transformedEurovision celebrations have begun in Manchester, in support of Northwest city neighbours, hosts Liverpool.
18th January 2023 | By Jessica Smith
BBC Radio Manchester work alongside mayor Andy Burnham to support upcoming musicians in the cityGreater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham this week kickstarted a new program together with BBC Radio Manchester to help upcoming musicians in the city. The mayor will...
9th November 2022 | By Chloe Graber
Black creatives soirée at central library part of Black History Month is huge successA new organisation aiming to change the way black people are perceived is celebrating after its first event promoting black creativity was a sell-out. More...
31st October 2022 | By Jessica Smith
Impending court case looms over iconic Northern Quarter music venue Night and DayThe future of Manchester’s iconic Night and Day café is to be decided at a court hearing later this month. The Oldham Street venue has been...
27th October 2022 | By Chloe Graber
Black history month celebrated through creativity at central library eventBlack creativity celebratory evening in Manchester Central Library Fashion show, art exhibition, word performance Brought by Bob Expo, Cultureville and Business IP Greater Manchester Carole...