March 22, 2023

Swans

We’re delighted to be hosting the American experimental rock group, Swans on the 12th of August! Formed in 1982 by singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Michael Gira. One of the few acts to emerge from the New York City-based no-wave scene and stay intact into the next decade, Swans have become recognized for an ever-changing sound, … Continued

March 21, 2023

Dope Lemon

SUPPORT: Freak Slug We’re delighted to welcome Angus Stone to our stage with his project, Dope Lemon, that embraces more of a woozy, electric, ’90s slacker rock sound than his others! Think slick guitar playing, summery grooves, and dreamy-eyed vocal performances… Previously already established as one-half of the sibling indie pop duo Angus & Julia … Continued

LAST ENTRY: 22:30 Are you ready for The Masquerade? On Friday the 12th of May, Claptone is bringing his Masquerade party to Manchester, featuring himself, Pete Tong + more!

February 21, 2023

Hot 8 Brass Band

PRESENTED BY BAND ON THE WALL AND MANCHESTER JAZZ FESTIVAL SUPPORT: DJ Jamie Groovement Coming to our venue on the 27th of May – all the way over from the hometown of jazz, New Orleans – are the Hot 8 Brass Band! Ever transcending so many genres from jazz through to funk, hip hop, rap, … Continued

February 15, 2023

Matt Corby

We welcome back Australian singer-songwriter Matt Corby on Sunday the 17th of September, for a show celebrating the success of his latest album ‘Everything’s Fine’, which is due for release in March!

January 31, 2023

EASTENDERZ

LAST ENTRY 10:30PM Following last year’s sell out show at Albert Hall! Expect nothing but Eastenderz vibes! LINEUP ANNOUNCED🦌 Eastenderz Easter marathon continues to Manchester on April 9th. East End Dubs is joined by Kolter, Alisha, Jamback and Julian Fijma. We expect this show to sell out quick -> General release tickets on sale now 💥

Australia’s The Teskey Brothers announce they will finally make their way to Albert Hall for their first headline tour anywhere in the world in over three years. It will be a long-awaited return for the band who have amassed a legion of fans around the globe with their timeless recordings and stunning live shows. Following … Continued

January 4, 2023

Garage Nation

LAST ENTRY 10:30PM UKG family! Garage Nation returns to our Albert hall residency on Sunday 30th April! We’ve gone all-out for this one, and curated our biggest Manchester line up to date. Featuring (A-Z): ARTFUL DODGER DJ LUCK & MC NEAT DJ SPOONY HEARTLESS CREW KELE LE ROC MC KIE NAY NAY SHOLA AMA SO … Continued

Restaurant critic Jay Rayner, is undoubtedly the best jazz pianist in Britain – of all the judges on MasterChef, and leads an ensemble of top-flight musicians through a vivid night of the very best of songwriting and jazz. Expect blistering performances of iconic tunes from jazz greats like Herbie Hancock, Horace Silver and Dexter Gordon, … Continued

On the 18th of May, we’re pleased to share that OSEES are returning to our stage to celebrate our 10th Anniversary in 2023, following sell-out shows in 2019 + 2022! PRAISE FOR THE LATEST ALBUM, A FOUL FORM “On the new record, the band rips through 10 no-bullshit, lo-fi punk ragers in just 22 minutes. … Continued