Manchester music and gigs

A$AP Rocky

25 May 2013

ConcertA$AP Rocky will be returning to Manchester to perform at the Academy One venue on 25 May 2013. The performance will start at 19:00.

Abida Parveen

06 July 2013

ConcertThe Manchester International Festival presents Abida Parveen and her musicians at the Bridgewater Hall on 6 July 2013. The performance will start at 20:00.

Alicia Keys

24 May 2013

ConcertSinger, songwriter and producer Alicia Keys returns to Manchester Arena on 24 May 2013. The performance will start at 19:30.

Alison Moyet

24 October 2013

ConcertAlison Moyet will be performing at The Lowry on 24 October 2013. The performance will start at 20:00.

An Evening with Bryan Ferry

25 October 2013 - 26 October 2013

ConcertBryan Ferry will be performing two dates at The Lowry on 25th and 26th October 2013.

An Evening with Petula Clark

02 October 2013

ConcertPetula Clark is playing a concert at The Lowry on 2 October 2013 called An Evening with Petula Clark. The performance will start at 20:00 on the night.

An HD Odyssey: The Earth and The Planets

26 June 2013

ConcertJoin the London Philharmonic Orchestra for a spectacular multimedia evening featuring Duncan Copp's award-winning high definition films 'The Earth' and 'The Planets' at the Bridgewater Hall.

Bo Bruce

15 June 2013

ConcertBo Bruce will be performing at Manchester's Deaf Institute on 15 June 2013. The performance will start at 19:00.

Bohemian Rhapsody

04 June 2013 - 08 June 2013

ConcertBohemian Rhapsody the spectacular international Queen tribute show will be on at Manchester's Opera House from 4 - 8 June 2013.

Brian May and Kerry Ellis

25 June 2013

ConcertFollowing a series of acclaimed performances as well as their club remix of Defying Gravity, Rock Goddess Kerry Ellis and Queen’s legendary guitarist Brian May reunite for a stunning candlelit, acoustic show at The Lowry on 25 June 2013.

Bruce Forsyth

23 May 2013

PerformanceAs of Spring 2012, Sir Bruce Forsyth has been working in show business for 70 years. To celebrate the occasion, he returns to the stage for the first time in over ten years in a spectacular one-off performance of comedy and music.

Bruno Mars

05 October 2013

ConcertPop superstar Bruno Mars will be performing at the Manchester Arena on 5 October 2013. The performance will start at 19:30.

Bryn Terfel

16 June 2013

ConcertPowerful singer Bryn Terfel will be performing at the Bridgewater Hall on 16 June 2013. the performance will start at 19:30.

Carnaby Street

20 May 2013 - 25 May 2013

PerformanceA production of Carnaby Street is to be performed at Manchester's Opera House from 20 - 25 May 2013.

Craig David

20 May 2013

ConcertCraig Daivid will be coming to Manchester to perform at the HMV Ritz on 20 May 2013. The performance will start at 19:00.

Delphic

18 July 2013 - 20 July 2013

ConcertThe Manchester International Festival presents Delphic at the Festival Square and Pavilion Theatre in Manchester's Albert Square from 18 - 20 July 2013.

Despacio

18 July 2013 - 20 July 2013

Participatory EventThe Manchester International Festival presents Despacio at New Century Hall from 18 - 20 July 2013. The starting time for each night is 22:00.

Devendra Banhart

17 July 2013

ConcertDevendra Banhart will be performing at Manchester's HMV Ritz on 17 July 2013. The performance starts at 19:00.

DJs at Festival Square

05 July 2013 - 20 July 2013

Participatory EventEvery night throughout the Manchester International Festival 2013, some of the best UK DJs will be playing in the Festival Pavilion, including Will Tramp, Justine Alderman, Disco Mums, Gregling, Dialog, Dave Haslam, and Andrea Trout - all for free.

DJ Spen

01 June 2013

PerformanceManchester stalwarts of Soulful House are back with long time friend of the Slammin Boys’, DJ Spen.

Everything Everything

11 October 2013

ConcertThe band Everything Everything will be performing at Manchester's HMV Ritz on 11 October 2013. The performance will be starting at 18:30.

Failsworth Carnival

08 June 2013 - 09 June 2013

FestivalFailsworth Carnival 2013, there will be a Carnival Parade, Fun Fair, Dancing Troupes, Crowning of Carnival Queens Stalls & much, much more!!

Gabrielle Aplin

31 October 2013

ConcertGabrielle Aplin will be performing at Manchester's HMV Ritz on 31 October 2013. The performance will start at 18:00.

Ghost

02 July 2013 - 20 July 2013

PerformanceDirect from the West End, the smash-hit musical Ghost will be on at Manchester's Opera House from 2 - 20 July 2013. The performance times will vary.

Goldfrapp

17 July 2013 - 18 July 2013

ConcertThe Manchester International Festival presents Goldfrapp at Manchester's Albert Hall on 17 and 18 July 2013. She will be performing live with the RNCM String Orchestra.

Grease

09 July 2013 - 13 July 2013

PerformanceA production of Grease will be performed at the Oldham Coliseum Theatre from 9 - 13 July 2013.

Grease

08 August 2013 - 10 August 2013

PerformanceJoin in the fun with Manchester’s most talented performers aged 11 - 21 in the No. 1 Greatest Musical, Grease when it comes to Manchester's Palace Theatre from 8 - 10 August 2013.

Grillstock Festival 2013

08 June 2013 - 09 June 2013

FestivalThe UK’s hottest BBQ and music festival, Grillstock comes to Manchester with a sizzling festival, celebrating barbecue culture in all its upbeat forms, from southern soul to hillbilly hysteria.

Ian Carmichael from SSR talks to Visit Manchester

ArticleVice Principal of audio school SSR Manchester Ian Carmichael talks to Visit Manchester's MCR magazine about his experiences of the live music scene in Manchester and some of the legends who have performed at the SSR studios.

Iron and Wine

30 May 2013

ConcertIron and Wine will release a 5th album this year and will be playing at Manchester's Opera House on 30 May 2013. The performance will start at 19:00.

Jake Bugg

06 November 2013 - 07 November 2013

ConcertNew young music star Jake Bugg will be performing at Manchester's O2 Apollo on 6th and 7th November 2013. The performances on both nights will start at 19:00.

Jamal Edwards and SB.TV presents

08 July 2013 - 17 July 2013

PerformanceThe Manchester International Festival presents Jamal Edwards and SB.TV at Festival Square and Pavilion Theatre in Manchester's Albert Square from 8 - 11 and 15 - 17 July 2013.

Jessie J

01 November 2013 - 02 November 2013

ConcertJessie J will be performing at the Manchester Arena on 1st and 2nd November as a part of her 2013 arena tour. She will be performing from 19:30.

JLS

14 December 2013

Concert2008 X Factor runners up JLS will be returning to Manchester Arena on 14 December 2013. The performance will start at 19:30.

Jodrell Bank Live: Hallé

31 August 2013

ConcertThe hallé present Close Encounters, an wonderful summers evening of classical music inspired by the stars.

John Tavener

07 July 2013

ConcertThe Manchester International Festival presents John Tavener at the Bridgewater Hall on 7 July 2013. The performance will start at 19:30.

Juanjo Mena

ArticleAn interview with Juanjo Mena

Kings of Leon

24 June 2013 - 25 June 2013

ConcertSouthern US rock siblings Kings of Leon will be playing two shows at Manchester Arena on 24 and 25 June 2013. The performances will start at 19:30 on both nights.

Lisa Stansfield

15 June 2013

ConcertLisa Stansfield will be performing at The Lowry as part of a tour on 15 June 2013. The performance will start at 20:00.

LoJo

28 May 2013

ConcertLoJo will be performing at Manchester's Band on the Wall on 28 May 2013. The performance will start at 19:30.

Magic - A Kind of Queen

31 May 2013

ConcertMagic, the first and still the best tribute to Queen, perform all of Queen’s greatest hits in their latest show.

Manchester Sound: The Massacre

08 June 2013 - 06 July 2013

PerformanceTwo of Manchester’s most iconic eras are about to collide in Manchester Sound: The Massacre – and you’re on the guest list.

Martha Argerich - Manchester Camerata

12 July 2013

ConcertThe Manchester International Festival presents Martha Argerich - Manchester Camerata at the Bridgewater Hall on 12 July 2013. The performance will start at 19:30.

Massive Attack v Adam Curtis

04 July 2013 - 13 July 2013

ConcertThe Manchester International Festival presents Massive Attack v Adam Curtis at Mayfield Depot from 4 - 7 and 10 - 13 July 2013. All performances will start at 21:00.

Momentous Musicals

25 July 2013

ConcertMomentous Musicals will be on at Manchester's Palace Theatre on 25 July 2013 with a new musical. The performance starts at 19:30.

M O N E Y

12 July 2013 - 13 July 2013

ConcertThe Manchester International Festival presents M O N E Y at the Festival Square and Pavilion Theatre in Manchester's Albert Square on 12 and 13 July 2013.

Neneh Cherry

05 July 2013 - 07 July 2013

ConcertThe Manchester International Festival presents Neneh Cherry at Festival Square and Pavilion Theatre in Manchester's Albert Square from 5 - 7 July 2013. The performances will start at 20:30 each evening.

Parov Stelar Band

30 May 2013

PerformanceParov Stelar Band comes to The Academy Manchester on Monday 30th May.

Pat Martino

23 May 2013

ConcertPat Martino will be performing at Manchester's Band on the Wall in the Northern Quarter on 23 May 2013. The performance will start at 19:30.

Piaf

23 May 2013 - 15 June 2013

PerformanceFrench singer and cultural icon Edith Piaf is celebrated in a powerful musical drama following her rise from the streets of Paris to the international stage at the Octagon Theatre from 23 May - 15 June 2013. Performance times will vary.

Picnic Concert: Katherine Jenkins

21 July 2013

ConcertKatherine will be performing a selection of much-loved Last Night classics such as Rule Britannia, Jerusalem and Land of Hope and Glory in the stunning surroundings of Tatton Park.

Picnic Concert:The Human League with special guests

20 July 2013

ConcertJoin The Human League and special guests for an astounding evening of much loved electro classics in the stunning surroundings of Tatton Park. The concert will conclude with an amazing fireworks display.

Raymond Gubbay presents - ‘We’ll Meet Again - A 60th Anniversary Coronation Tribute’

02 June 2013

ConcertAfter the resounding success of the Jubilee concerts in 2012, Raymond Gubbay will be presenting ‘We’ll Meet Again - A 60th Anniversary Coronation Tribute’. The performance will take place on 2 June 2013 starting at 15:00.

Rihanna

15 July 2013 - 16 July 2013

ConcertMusic megastar Rihanna will be performing at the Manchester Arena on 15 and 16 July 2013. The performances will both start at 19:30.

Rihanna

12 June 2013 - 13 June 2013

ConcertMusic megastar Rihanna will be performing at the Manchester Arena on 12 and 13 June 2013. The performances will both start at 19:30.

River of Fundament

13 July 2013 - 14 July 2013

PerformanceThe Manchester International Festival presents River of Fundament at Festival Square and Pavilion Theatre in Manchester's Albert Square on 13 and 14 July 2013. River of Fundament is a discussion with Matthew Barney and Jonathan Bepler.

RNCM 40th Anniversary Celebrations

02 December 2012 - 16 June 2013

ArticleThe Royal Northern College of Music presents RNCM in the City; a gift to Manchester of 40 free concerts at 40 venues throughout the city.

Robbie Williams

18 June 2013 - 22 June 2013

ConcertRobbie Williams will be playing a 15 date stadium tour in the summer and will be performing 2 dates at Manchester’s Etihad Stadium. The performances are on 18th, 19th, 21st and 22nd June 2013. The performances start at 17:00 on each date.

Rob da Bank

06 July 2013 - 19 July 2013

ConcertThe Manchester International Festival presents Rob da Bank at Festival Square and Pavilion Theatre in Manchester's Albert Square on 6, 13, 18 and 19 July 2013. All performances start at 23:00.

Rod Stewart

08 June 2013 - 09 June 2013

ConcertMusic legend Rod Stewart will be performing at the Manchester Arena on 8 and 9 June 2013. The performances will start at 20:00.

Roger Hodgson - Legendary Voice of Supertramp and Band

29 May 2013

ConcertRoger Hodgson will be performing at Manchester's Bridgewater Hall on 29 May 2013. The performance will start at 20:00.

Rush

22 May 2013

ConcertLegendary rock trio Rush return to the Manchester Arena on 22 May 2013 to celebrate the release of their latest album Clockwork Angels. The performance is due to start at 20:00.

Santana

18 July 2013

ConcertLegendary band Santana will be performing at Manchester Arena on 18 July 2013. The performance will start at 19:30. Lead singer Carlos Santana has skills that are legendary.

Save the Last Dance for Me

12 August 2013 - 17 August 2013

PerformanceSave the Last Dance for Me is on at Manchester's Palace Theatre from 12 - 17 August 2013. The performance times will vary.

Siegfried

06 July 2013

ConcertSiegfried will be performed at The Lowry on 6 July 2013. The performance starts at 16:30.

Simple Minds

28 November 2013

ConcertSimple Minds return to the Manchester Arena along with special guests Ultravox on 28 November 2013 for a special performance to showcase tracks from their greatest hits.

Sir Willard White

12 June 2013

ConcertSir Willard White returns to Manchester's Bridgewater Hall on 12 June 2013. He will be presenting a concert of his favourite songs to celebrate the Royal Northern College of Music's 40th anniversary.

Soul Sister

03 June 2013 - 08 June 2013

ConcertNew musical Soul Sister is to be performed at The Lowry from 3 - 8 June 2013.

Sounds of the Glenn Miller Era

20 July 2013

ConcertThe Oldham Coliseum Theatre presents Sounds of the Glenn Miller Era on 20 July 2013. The performance will start at 19:30.

Stereophonics

14 November 2013

ConcertPopular band Stereophonics are returning to the Manchester Arena on 14 November 2013. The performance will start at 19:30.

The Feeling

23 October 2013

PerformancePop band The Feeling will be performing at Manchester’s Academy 2 venue. The performance will be on 23 October 2013 and the performance will be starting at 19:00.

The Rite of Spring

14 July 2013 - 19 July 2013

PerformanceThe Manchester International Festival presents The Rite of Spring at Manchester's Mayfield Depot from 14 - 19 July 2013. The performance times vary.

The Smashing Pumpkins

01 July 2013

ConcertThe Smashing Pumpkins will be performing at Manchester's Academy One venue on 1 July 2013. The performance will start at 19:00.

The xx - In Residence

06 July 2013 - 18 July 2013

ConcertThe Manchester International Festival presents The XX - In Residence from 6 - 18 July 2013 in Manchester City Centre. The venue location will be sent to ticket holders.

Tom Odell

19 October 2013

ConcertTom Odell will be performing at Manchester's Academy One venue on 19 October 2013. The performance will start at 19:00.