The best gigs coming to Albert Hall FT Full Circle, Neighbourhood Festival and Cabaret Noir

On Fri 27 Sep, Full Circle brings back the halcyon days of deep house with their biggest party yet, as an unmissable assortment of DJs including Armine Edge, Flashmob and more spin a selection of nostalgic floor-fillers until 3am.

On Sun 29 Sep, smash-hit rock cellists Apocalypta reignite the fire of their legendary debut album with a follow-up tour which returns to their roots, covering Metallica’s greatest hits with a captivating classical twist and rounding off a whirlwind story that began in 1996.

Founding band-leader Eicca Toppinen comments: “It’s incredible to think that after all these years our tribute to Metallica still speaks so powerfully to people. To be able share our love for Metallica’s music with the live audience is an absolutely magical experience. This time the show is going to be next level, and we can’t wait to get back out there and share the fun with our fans!”

Blending feverishly energetic rock anthems and soul-stirring melodies, The Struts and Barns Courtney unite for the Grand Union tour this autumn, taking over Albert Hall on Tue 1 Oct for a night of riotous riffs and sparkling ballads.

Returning for another year, the wildly popular Neighbourhood Festival promises a day of blistering live music and all-day entertainment across Manchester City Centre.

This year’s starring acts include Pale Waves, Antony Szmierek, ADMT, Corella, The Academic and Red Rum Club.

Featuring a cast of dazzlingly talented performers from aerial acrobats and sword-swallowers to dancers and circus maestros, Cabaret Noir transports audiences to a bygone world of big top brilliance with a one-off show on Mon 7 Oct.

Billed as a cavalcade of breathtaking stunts and mesmerising dance, Cabaret Noir revive the spirit of vintage circus across a single evening of heart-stopping tricks and vibrant flourishes.