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Band on the Wall is located in the Northern Quarter, just 10 minutes walk from Piccadilly Gardens bus station and 15 minutes walk from both Piccadilly and Victoria train Stations. There are several bike racks located immediately outside the venue. We encourage visitors to use public transport or to walk/cycle wherever possible.
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The Watch plays Genesis: Selling England by the Pound 50th Anniversary ShowThe Watch return to Band on the Wall to play the iconic Genesis album, ‘Selling England by the Pound’ in celebration of its 50th anniversary.
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Baked A La Ska – Halloween SpecialBaked A La Ska take their bloodied chainsaw to your most loved spooky classics at Band on the Wall once more!
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Harp & A Monkey 'War Stories' matinee showTo mark Armistice Day (November 11), the Band On The Wall is delighted to announce a special performance by the award-winning song and storytelling trio Harp & a Monkey.
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Kaidi Tatham + Emma Jean ThackrayKaidi Tatham is one of UK’s finest musicians whose skills range from multi-instrumentalist, writer, arranger & producer. Often known for his Nu Jazz, Soulful Dance Music & Brokenbeat work from his major contribution as keys player, multi-instrumentalist, production & remixes for acts such as 4Hero,…
Baked A La Ska 'Ska of Wonder' Christmas PartyKick off the festive season in style with the annual Baked A La Ska Christmas special.
The Funky KnucklesThe Funky Knuckles belong to a new generation of improvising musicians, challenging the constraints of genre, but never losing sight of the groove.
DakhaBrakhaFollowing their incredible sold-out show at Band on the Wall in 2023, Ukrainian global folk powerhouse DakhaBrakha return for a UK tour in January 2024.
TC & The Groove Family ft. Franz VonTC & The Groove Family are a 10-piece collective whose music celebrates the coming together of cultures, and the community that music can provide for everyone.
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NONUNONU plays the music of Wayne ShorterNONUNONU is a dynamic guitar trio hailing from Manchester and featuring three of the city’s most acclaimed young jazz musicians.
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