Samantha Fish, The Zac Schulze Gang – O2 Ritz, Manchester: Live Review
Samantha Fish and the Zac Schulze Gang bring a formidable double bill of Blues and beyond to the O2 Ritz in Manchester.
Sierra Veins UK tour this week: News
French darkwave artist Sierra Veins lands in the UK this week for three dates in Edinburgh, Manchester and London.
Of Monsters & Men – Albert Hall, Manchester: Live Review
Of Monsters & Men head to Manchester for the first time in a good while, and they are greeted like returning heroes. Support comes from Arny Margret.
Reaper Weekender Day Two – Manchester Rebellion: Live Review
Day Two of the Reaper Weekender in Manchester showcases new blood, as well as seasoned veterans. There are plenty of bands staking their claim as band of the weekend.
Smith/Kotzen w/ Kris Barras Band – O2 Ritz Manchester: Live Review
Guitar legends, Adrian Smith and Richie Kotzen; Smith/Kotzen; bring their Black Light/White Noise tour to Manchester.
The Beaches w/ Dea Matrona – O2 Ritz Manchester: Live Review
Canadian rockers The Beaches kick off the UK leg of their European tour in Manchester with support from Belfast rockers, Dea Matrona.
Reaper Weekender – Manchester: Preview
Reaper return to Manchester with a Valentines weekend bill to fill the black hearts of many.
IST IST – Dagger: Album Review
IST IST are back with a bold, brooding behemoth of a record in Dagger – a post‑punk jab that feels purpose‑built for bigger rooms and dark nights.
A.A. Williams- The Deaf Institute, Manchester: Live Review
An idyllic evening of dark introspection with A.A. Williams at Manchester’s Deaf Institute.
White Lies w/ She’s In Parties – Manchester Albert Hall: Live Review
White Lies cap off a two night stand at Manchester’s ornate Albert Hall in support of their latest album, Night Light.
Jinjer w/ Unprocessed & Textures – O2 Ritz Manchester: Live Review
Ukrainian metal powerhouse Jinjer bring Duél to Manchester with a bill for fans of the more technical side of heavy metal.
Beyond The Black – O2 Ritz, Manchester: Live Review
The first ATB gig of the year with Beyond The Black sets the bar almost impossibly high. Seraina Telli and Setyoursails in support.
Doves w/ Hayden Thorpe & ARKAYLA – O2 Apollo Manchester: Live Review
Doves return home to a rapturous crowd to deliver a stellar, career spanning performance of songs delivered with love and passion.
Trevor Horn Band – O2 Ritz, Manchester: Live Review
Forget the pantos. Trevor Horn and his star studded band bring their jukebox of hits to Manchester for an evening of seasonal delight.
Orange Goblin w/ Grand Magus & Urne – Manchester Academy 2: Live Review
Orange Goblin play their last show in Manchester – a celebratory night full of heavy metal emotion as the band sign off in style.