Manchester rapper Bugzy Malone has helped to make Christmas a little more special for some of the city’s most “underprivileged children” this week.
With the big day fast approaching, the popular rapper and actor – real name Aaron Davis – has bought and delivered sacks filled with personalised gifts for 50 children across Manchester to help them have the Christmas “they want and deserve”.
Malone worked closely with his accounts, social workers, and his team at his fashion brand B.Malone to ensure he was able to really “make a difference to the families that are going to receive them”.
After having spoken publicly in the past – both in his music and interviews – about the struggles he faced growing up in a poverty-stricken household in the Manchester suburb of Crumpsall, Malone also told of why he felt it so important to contribute and give back this festive season.
He also offered words of encouragement to younger fans who may be in a similar postition.
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Taking to his social media platforms yesterday to share the reason and motivation behind the donations, Malone said: “Me and my team at [B.Malone] have bought 50 underprivileged children a sack full of presents each.
“The 0161 made a man out of me and Christmas was never a good time for me or my family so hopefully these presents make a difference to the families that are going to receive them.”
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Me and my team at B.Malone have bought 50 underprivileged children a sack full of presents each. The 0161 made a man out of me and Christmas was never a good time for me or my family so hopefully these presents make a difference to the families that are going to receive them.
We have worked closely along side my accountant @PaulCKSedulo and social workers to make sure we knew as much about each individual kid as possible to get them the presents they want and deserve.
He continued: “We have worked closely along side my accountant [Paul Cheetham-Karcz at Sedulo] and social workers to make sure we knew as much about each individual kid as possible to get them the presents they want and deserve.”
“To the children that I have bought these gifts for, if you ever see this, enjoy Christmas day as much as possible and just know things always get better in life.
“Remember it doesn’t matter where you start it’s where you end up.”
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His actions have earned him widespread praise on social media.
The post went on to amass hundreds of thousands of interactions and comments across all social platforms, with many commending Malone for his generosity towards the some of the region’s most vulnerable children at a time when they need it more than ever.
Malone’s donations are believed to be part of corporate accountancy firm Sedulo’s Christmas Toy Appeal 2020.
Speaking on the importance of the appeal, Paul Cheetham-Karcz – Managing Partner at Sedulo – said: “We have been doing our Toy Appeal for almost 10 years now and each year it gets bigger than the last. In almost all cases of the children we support, they wouldn’t be getting a single present on Christmas day if it wasn’t for this appeal [and] that thought is heart-breaking.
“It’s an initiative I am very proud of [but] organising and distributing around 3,000 bespoke presents isn’t an easy task, [so] I would just like to thank all the clients and the team here at Sedulo for coming together to do something good in the community.
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“In my opinion, all businesses should seek ways in which they can contribute to the communities they exist in, and this is just one of how we take our social responsibility seriously.”
You can find out more about The Sedulo Christmas Toy Appeal 2020here.
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A Twilight rave is coming to Manchester with DJs blasting 2000s indie and emo anthems
Emily Sergeant
A Twilight rave is coming to Manchester this spooky season.
It’s been nearly 20 years since the release of the titular first film in the Twilight Saga, based on author Stephanie Meyer’s bestselling book series of the same name, but despite two decades having passed, the films remain as beloved as ever.
Twilight went on to become a global phenomenon when it first hit cinemas back in November 2008, not just with its target audience of teens and young adults, but with people of all ages – making stars out of its lead actors Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart in the process, and generating millions at the box office.
With the impact it had on the culture at the time, it’s no wonder Twilight remained among fans’ favourites all these years later.
And this success is why events company Throwback Events is hosting a series of Twilight Raves across the UK and Europe this autumn, making a stop off here in Manchester in late November with tickets now on sale.
The event description reads: “Bella, where the hell you been loca? Join us as we celebrate Twilight at the club, where every day is Hoa Hoa Hoa season.
“Step into the shadows and relive the magic, mystery, and eternal romance of Twilight. Get ready for a night of anthems, nostalgia, and glittering darkness as we transform the dancefloor into Forks’ most iconic vampire coven.”
DJs will be spinning Twilight soundtracks on the night, alongside dark pop, emo, indie, and 2000s bangers, as well as playing fan edits from the films on big screens.
Oh, and to make it all the better, dressing up as vampires and werewolves is ‘highly encouraged’.
Fancy it then? The Twilight Rave is coming to the Deaf Institute in Manchester on Saturday 21 November, and tickets will set you back upwards of £7 each.
Manchester cinemas are offering tickets to big blockbusters for just £4 this weekend
Emily Sergeant
You can watch some of the year’s biggest blockbusters for just £4 this weekend.
That’s because, to celebrate National Cinema Weekend (5-6 September), Vue has announced that it’ll be offering cut-price tickets to everything from the latest blockbusters and family favourites, to indie horrors and classic re-releases, so you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy the full cinematic experience this autumn.
Some of the highlights currently showing that you’ll be able to see for just £4 include summer hits like Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The Odyssey, and Toy Story 5, as well as the recent release of Ridley Scott’s latest film, The Dog Stars, starring Jacob Elordi.
Family favourites such as Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets,Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie, and Cars will also be screening over National Cinema Weekend.
Meanwhile, horror fans can also catch new releases Insidious: Out of the Further, and indie horror Leviticus, or see the year’s biggest horror hit, Obsession, if you haven’t already.
The best bit about the offer? It applies to every seat on every showing, all weekend long.
This means that film lovers can enjoy Vue’s biggest and comfiest seats, Ultra Lux, which are strategically positioned to give the best possible view of the big screen – with extra-wide armrests, back and leg rests that recline independently, a personal table for snacks and beverages, and a state-of-the-art wine cooler, all for just £4 each.
Mike Anton, General Manager at Vue Manchester Printworks, said it’s been ‘an incredible year’ for film, adding: “This National Cinema Weekend, we want to celebrate the big screen experience by giving back to our audiences.
Emily Sergeant -
23rd December 2020 
