Here are our choices for the best gigs in Manchester this May 2023
We're not ones to lament the end of a season, especially with summer around the corner, but there's a bittersweet feel to May.
So, with fewer gigs in Manchester coming up, this is the final hurrah of the spring/summer show season - and at least we're going out on a high. We've got the usual mix new hopefuls coming through, plus some bona fide legends and groups about to hit the top of their game.Are you small band playing a show? Fancy being featured in the MEN? Email [email protected] with details of your gig, and a bit about yourselves, to be considered for a gig guide.
The Rodeo Presents — Various venues — May 5 and May 16 Established in 2018, The Rodeo magazine is a DIY publication that’s spent five years promoting Manchester’s scene — its hometown. From last year, the editors began to take it a step further, putting on their own nights. Black Country, New Road - New Century - May 9 Four days before releasing their second studio album, Black Country, New Road announced that frontman Isaac Wood was leaving the band, citing struggles with his mental health. Ants from Up There, was released almost exactly a year after the band's debut LP.
The music has kept progressing, too. An EP, Knocknarea, was released in March. It’s still got the same jazzy-post-punk fusion which has drawn the eyes of some of the industry’s most-respected taste-makers. But there's something about the South London musician that makes him stand out as one to watch. His sold out show at the Castle Hotel should be special and perhaps part of a series of performances that could well be his last at such small venues.
Maggie Lindemann - Gorilla - May 24 The evolution of Maggie Lindemann's music is remarkable. The now 24-year-old climbed the UK charts in 2016 with summer hit Pretty Girl, featuring Cheat Codes and CADE. Blondshell — Yes — May 25 You will currently find Blondshell's self-titled album artwork adorning the walls of Piccadilly Records. That Mancunian honour has come complete with a slew of critical praise for the musician's efforts, singer-songwriter Sabrina Teitelbaum, which atop every music review website going.
As we roll into summer, Liv.e's album is one to play as the sun sets on a balmy eve - or rises on a clear morning. And one to dance too in a packed, pink Yes. The Goa Express — Yes — May 26 The Goa Express’ show at Yes towards the end of the month has all the hallmarks of an England World Cup warm-up game, circa 2018. There’s a growing sense that this band can really achieve something.
The Bridgewater Hall show is the perfect setting for Ron and Russell Mael to play the hits. It’s a hall for high drama, which the duo are very well known for. And one listen of that will tell you why so many people get so excited about The Beths. It’s full of energy, joy, and a multitude of danceable tracks.
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