CHANCE THE RAPPER | The Ritz | 1 July
Chancellor Bennet, otherwise known as Chance The Rapper, is returning to Manchester this month to present his latest album Surf. The album features sixteen songs, with artists such as Busta Rhymes and Janelle Monáe. Snakeships will also offer a special appearance on the night.
Chance The RapperMARY J. BLIGE | Apollo | 2 July
Mary J Blige hit her debut in 1992 with the album ‘What’s the 411?’ and has since gone on to produce ten successful albums throughout her career. With a reputation as the ‘Queen of Hip Hop’, she will be bringing her soulful talents back to the UK with her latest album The London Sessions that includes collaborations with some of Britain’s best musicians. Her show is one not to be missed.
PAOLO NUTINI | Castlefield Bowl | 2 July
The Telegraph has described him as having a ‘white soul voice,’ and this certainly comes through in his latest production. Nutini has received several awards, including a Brit Award nomination for Best British Male Solo. He is set to perform tracks from his latest album Caustic Love in Manchester as part of his UK 2015 Live Tour.
Paolo NutiniDANNY HOWARD | Gorilla | 4 July
A fellow Northerner, Howard’s recent rise to success has seen him appear at some of the North West’s biggest DJ venues, playing tracks that don’t just represent the electronic style, but blend a diverse range of sounds. He currently plays Dance Anthems on BBC Radio 1’s weekend broadcasts.
THE CHARLATANS | Castlefield Bowl | 4 July
This Indie Rock band are bringing their alternative vibes to Manchester as the headlining act in a line up with Super Furry Animals and Blossoms. They are also rumoured to be performing at Glastonbury this year.
The CharlatansKING GIZZARD & THE LIZARD WIZARD | Sound Control | 8 July
In a line up with Hooton Tennis Club, this psychedelic rock band from Melbourne comprises seven band members into an unpredictable creation. With so many different styles and sounds, their recent album I’m in Your Mind Fuzz definitely has something new to offer.
King Gizzard & The Lizard WizzardNEIL DIAMOND | Manchester Arena | 9 July
Following Diamond’s long-running success composing record-breaking hits for artists like UB40 and The Monkees, his world-famous talent is highly anticipated in Manchester this year as tickets for his show are selling out fast. His latest work Melody Road features fourteen intimate songs that will warm your heart.
BETTE MIDLER | Manchester Arena | 11 July
Three decades on, the long awaited return of Bette Midler comes this month with her Divine Intervention show. It will include songs from her most recent work It’s the Girls and delivers a stunning portrayal of how female music groups have transformed themselves over the years. The Grammy award-winning legend is a must see for all.
Bette MidlerNOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS | Castlefield Bowl | 11 July (now sold out)
Formerly Oasis band’s lead guitarist, Gallagher is bringing his High Flying Birds to Castlefield Bowl to perform his expert rock ‘n’ roll hits. He will be touring his latest album Chasing Yesterday that was released back in March 2015.
KEY 103 SUMMER LIVE | Manchester Arena | 19 July
The UK’s highly anticipated music night is back in the North West with a spectacular celebrity line-up. Last year it featured Rixton and the Vamps. This year, with appearances expected from Rita Ora, Little Mix and Stereo Kicks, it's set to be an entertaining night.
Rita Ora
