Given the still-ongoing uncertainty surrounding live music and nightlife, we’re hedging this week’s guide with an: *All info correct at the time of writing*
Noise/Alt Rock outfit Chihuahua headline Fuel Café in Withington this Fri 14 Jan with support coming from Lancaster three-piece TV FACE and Salford band Splitter. Grab your ticket now for only a fiver!
A newcomer to the Manchester music scene, 18 year old singer-songwriter and RNCM student Jack Critchlow will take the stage at Retro this Fri 14 Jan. Backed by his newly formed band, the indie pop artist will be joined on the bill by Si Connelly and Solow Choir. Doors from 7:30pm.
Bread Records return for the new year with their monthly songwriter showcase ‘Cream of the Crop’ this Sat 15 Jan. Kicking off from around 1pm at The Thirsty Scholar, enjoy an afternoon of live music from JCK, Josh Oliva, Sam Tucker and Chloe Slater—plus lovely drinks on offer and veggie/vegan food served all day. This is a free event.
In their first gig of 2022, Midland Railway bring their nerdy folk-punk sound to Aatma this Sat 15 Jan from 7pm. You can also expect performances from DIY girl band The Dolly Shakes, Manchester duo Horlock and Happy Athletic. Tickets are only £5—get yours at the link below!
Get down to YES this Sat 15 Jan as Shoplifters Union present VALA headlining the basement room. The Greater Manchester guitar-pop outfit will be joined by support acts The Capitals, Cliché Cult and Green Wire. Tickets are £7 advance or pay £8 on the door. Find out more at the link below.
- Words:
- Cat Allan
- Published on:
- Mon 10 Jan 2022
Manchester-based indie trio Strawberry Lemonade play Deansgate venue The Lions Den this Fri 14 Jan. The band will be joined by a plethora of up-and-coming talent as support with doors from 7pm. Tickets are priced at £6 (inc. booking fee).