The Pick of this Week’s Gigs – 22 March – 28 March 2015
We pick out some of the top gigs hitting Manchester this week including Amerie, Kristyna Myles, Gun, Ward Thomas and Nile Rodgers.
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Previewed: Kristyna Myles Album Launch at The Ruby Lounge
MOBO nominee launches second album Paint A Brighter Day in Manchester MOBO nominated singer Kristyna Myles is set to launch her second album, Paint A Brighter Day, at the Ruby Lounge in Manchester on Monday 23rd March. The 11 track album is the follow-up to 2014’s magnificent debut Pinch Me Quick, and was recorded with Mercury Prize…
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Girl Friend Announce Manchester Tour Date
Manchester’s own Girl Friend have announced a run of UK tour dates which will see them performing at The Ruby Lounge on 11th April. The tour dates are set to come just weeks before their new EP Arrive Alone, Leave Alone which is due out on 27th April via Tri-Tone. Described as ‘honing in on…
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The Pick Of This Week’s Gigs – 15 March – 21 March 2015
Kiesza – Albert Hall – Thursday 19 March: Kiesza comes to Manchester as part of her biggest UK tour to date, performing at the iconic Albert Hall. Taking inspiration from the New York dance clubs of the 90s as well as hip hop and r&b, Kiesza’s debut album (via a record label at least), Sound Of…
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Previewed: Orphan Boy at The Ruby Lounge
Orphan Boy have announced their new single Beats Like Distant Tides, the first to be taken from their forthcoming third album, is due for release March 23rd via Concrete Recordings. The band, Rob Cross (guitar/vocals), Paul Smith (bass), Chris Day (drums) and Sam Carlton (keyboards), had split in 2011 despite being tipped as heirs to…
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The Pick Of This Week’s Gigs – 8 March – 14 March 2015
To Kill A King – The Deaf Institute – Sunday 8 March: Leeds five piece To King A King perform at the Deaf Institute, just days after the release of their self-titled second album and just before heading over to Europe. Building on the successes of 2013 and 2014, expect a further push from the…
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In Review: Lindsay Ell at The Ruby Lounge
There’s simply no denying what is becoming an irresistible force, the resurgence of country music in the UK. And after recent months have seen US big hitters Kacey Musgraves and Little Big Town putting on sensational gigs, the latest emerging talent, Lindsay Ell, descended on Manchester to perform at the Ruby Lounge, performing in Manchester as…
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The Pick Of This Week’s Gigs – 1 March – 7 March 2015
Lindsay Ell – The Ruby Lounge – Monday 2nd March: Rising US country artist Lindsay Ell comes to Manchester on her first UK tour. Discovered at the age of 15 by legendary Randy Bachman, the now 24 year old Calgary born guitarist and singer enjoyed a massive 2014 opening for The Band Perry on their We…
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Previewed: The Weeks at The Ruby Lounge
Performing at The Ruby Lounge ahead of release of Buttons EP Mississippi band The Weeks are set to release their new EP Buttons on 26th January and ahead of that are set to perform at Manchester’s The Ruby Lounge on 23rd January. The EP itself was originally released in the US only at the end…
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Lindsay Ell Announces Gig At The Ruby Lounge
Rising Country Star set for UK performances Rising Country music star Lindsay Ell has announced her first UK tour, which will find her performing at Manchester’s The Ruby Lounge on Monday 2nd March. The announcement comes after a massive 2014 for the Calgary born singer songwriter, who was discovered at the age of 15 by…
