FLEETWOOD MAC | Manchester Arena | Fri 12 June
The British and American band formed in 1967 return to Manchester this month. After many line-up changes the only original member of the group is drummer Mick Fleetwood. However following a 16-year absence from the group, Christine McVie returns to the group to join the On With the Show Tour. Known as one of the best-selling bands of all time with more than 100 million records sold worldwide this a show not to be missed. Expect a trip down memory lane with performances of Go Your Own Way and Dreams.
Fleetwood MacPIERRE BENSUSAN | Band on the Wall | Tues 16 June
Guitar Player Magazine have coined him as ‘Best World Music Guitar Player’ and he certainly lives up to this reputation with the winning of an independent music award for his latest triple live album Encore. The French musician creates a sense of seriousness throughout his work but contrasts it with the playfulness he incorporates by mesmerizing audiences across the world.
Pierre BensusanSAM DUCKWORTH | Sound Control | Wed 17 June
Sam Duckworth, the artists formerly known as Get Cape Wear Cape Fly embarks on a solo acoustic gig at this intimate venue in Manchester. With an episode of One Tree Hill under his belt and an American TV Show named after him, Duckworth certainly gets his name out there. This acoustic set ensures his new stripped-back song 1986 can be fully appreciated by his loyal fans.
Sam DuckworthLILLY SINGH - A Trip to Unicorn Island World Tour | Manchester Academy | Sat 20 June
Jump on-board the trip of the Year and take in the wonders of Unicorn Island with YouTube sensation Lilly Singh aka ||Superwoman||. Get ready to say Hello to Manjeet and Paramjeet – if you’ve not yet had the pleasure of being acquainted head to Singh’s YouTube channel and be sure to check them out beforehand.
BUGZY MALONE | The Ritz | Sat 20 June
The currently unsigned Bugzy Malone’s is referred to as the ‘the perfect fully rounded modern day artist’ due to his involvement in all aspects of his image and sound. His music and upcoming performances are the current hype within the grime community. With his current internet fame being the fuel to his fire, this live performance will be his chance to hit the mainstream whilst pleasing his eagerly awaiting fans.
Bugzy MaloneTHE DEAD KENNEDYS | The Ritz | Sun 21 June
The American hard-core punk band formed in California in 1978 and formed a significant impact on the United Kingdom punk scene. They created music to tackle the socio-political concerns of the late 1970’s and 1980’s. After reforming in 2001 the band have achieved several successful world tours, heading to Manchester from the windy-city of San Francisco their 2015 hard-core punk tour is one not to be missed.
The Dead KennedysIDINA MENZEL| O2 Apollo, Manchester | Tues 23 June
'LET IT GO, LET IT GO' - need we say anymore? The star with credit for taking Disney to World Domination level embarks on her World Tour. Songs both familiar and fresh are sure to feature in Menzel’s simple and honest performance.
Idina Menzel (right)
TAYLOR SWIFT | Manchester Arena | Wed 24 June
It has been four years since Taylor’s last visit to Manchester so this show is sure to go off with a bang. The global superstar returns to emphasise the success of her recent album 1989. Expect a great performance from the multi-talented singer songwriter. She will be sure to show why she is the first female artist in history to log six or more weeks at number one in the US with three consecutive studio albums…
Taylor SwiftJOHN LEGEND | Manchester Arena | Sat 27 June
Following the success of his song Glory he won the Academy Award for Best Original Song this year and after a smash hit UK tour last year Legend returns to Manchester this month to promote tracks from his latest album Love In The Future whilst reminding us of his other hits from his earlier three albums Get Lifted, One Again and Evolver.
John Legend
AN EVENING WITH THE OVERTONES | The Bridgewater Hall | Mon 29 June
The Overtone's classics are sure to feature in this performance. Their latest album Sweet Soul Music reboots some of Marvin Gaye and Al Green’s all-time hits. The Temptations’ sensational Get Ready, Martha & The Vandellas’ scorching Heat Wave make their way onto the track listings with Marvin Gaye’s classic How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You. Gambling Man however will undoubtedly be The Overtones most memorable breakthrough hit.
The Overtones
