The best gigs coming to Manchester with Communion One ft. Jungle, The Mountain Goats and Portugal. The Man

Following their huge headline show at Co-op Live, British dance outfit Jungle head to Albert Hall on Fri 27 Nov for an exclusive afterparty DJ set, extending the celebrations well into the night.

Renowned for their sleek fusion of funk, soul, disco and contemporary electronic music, the band have become one of the UK’s most exciting musical exports, with a catalogue of irresistible grooves and dancefloor-ready productions. This late-night session promises a fitting continuation of their Manchester takeover, bringing the party to Albert Hall for a special post-show gathering.

Tickets go on sale Fri 16 Oct at 10am.

Led by prolific songwriter John Darnielle, American indie folk-rock favourites The Mountain Goats return to Albert Hall on Fri 16 Oct with their new album DAYS, with support from Craig Finn and the Band of Forgiveness.

Celebrated for their vivid storytelling, literate lyricism and fiercely devoted following, the band have spent decades turning intimate observations and sprawling character studies into compelling indie anthems. With a formidable back catalogue spanning lo-fi beginnings and richly arranged contemporary records, the one-off show promises a rewarding evening for fans of songwriting at its most incisive and emotionally resonant.

The following evening, American singer-songwriter Margaret Glaspy brings her distinctive brand of indie rock, folk and blues-inflected guitar work to Halle St Peter’s on Sat 17 Oct, delivering an intimate Manchester performance in one of the city’s most atmospheric spaces.

Known for her sharp songwriting, understated vocal delivery and restless musical curiosity, Glaspy first garnered widespread acclaim with her 2016 debut album Emotions and Math, establishing a sound that balances raw guitar-driven intensity with finely wrought melodies.

Rising British singer-songwriter Freddie Halkon heads to the O2 Ritz on Thu 12 Nov, bringing his developing catalogue of emotionally charged songwriting to one of the city’s best-loved gig venues.

With a sound rooted in contemporary alternative music and an instinct for direct, affecting melodies, Halkon represents another intriguing name in Communion One’s wider programme of emerging talent. The Manchester date offers a chance to catch an artist continuing to build his live reputation, with the venue’s famed atmosphere providing a fitting backdrop for an evening of intimate, guitar-led songwriting.

One of American alternative music’s most revered songwriters, Will Oldham – better known as Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy – returns to town for a performance at Albert Hall on Mon 16 Nov, fresh from the release of his latest album We Are Together Again.

Across a remarkable career spanning folk, country and experimental Americana, Oldham has developed a singular musical language defined by spectral arrangements, darkly poetic storytelling and an unmistakably expressive voice.

Alaskan-born, Portland-based alternative rock outfit Portugal. The Man head to Academy 2 with their kaleidoscopic whirlwind of psychedelic pop, indie rock and electronic experimentation this December.

Best known internationally for the infectious 2017 hit Feel It Still, the Grammy-winning group have spent years refining an expansive sound that moves between hazy psych-rock, polished pop hooks and adventurous studio production. With a catalogue that stretches well beyond their chart success, Portugal. The Man remain an irresistible live proposition, promising a set that balances familiar favourites with the more intrepid corners of their musical universe.