British rock and post-hardcore outfit Enter Shikari have announced a Manchester residency at popular food hall and music venue, New Century Hall, later this year.
The St Albans-based band arrive in 0161 come February and will be enjoying a short-run as residents at the city centre spot until April.
Set to appear at various slots on the festival scene over the coming months and embark on a repeat-venue tour in 2023, their Manchester residency signals the start of a new chapter for the band as they prepare to release their new album, A Kiss For The Whole World.
Known for their high-energy performances and light show-filled sets, they’re sure to bring A Flash Flood of Colour to this already stunning and psychedelic space.
Credit: New Century Hall
Formed all the way back in 1999, if you can believe that (yes, we’re all getting old), the electronically-influenced alt-rock group have been one of the UK’s biggest exports for some time and has seen several iterations sonically down the years.
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Their debut album, Take to the Skies, dropped in 2007 and it’s actually been three whole years since we last got a Shikari record in the shape of Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible, which reached number two in the charts — their highest ranking to date.
Now though, following the release of ‘Bull’ (feat. Cody Fost) in November 2022 and their latest single ‘(pls) set me on fire’ — which landed today, 12 January — both die-hards and newcomers will be treated to more new music with their upcoming record later this year.
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The best part is, fans living in Manchester have multiple opportunities to enjoy the hits and get a taste of their new material, with three New Century gigs pencilled in for 16 February, 14 March and 14 April.
Enter Shikari’s seventh album, A Kiss For The Whole World, drops this April (Credit: Supplied)
A Kiss For The Whole World is Enter Shikari’s seventh studio album; frontman and keyboardist Rou Reynolds says this next instalment sees them getting “back to basics.”
He went on to remark that “this album is powered by the sun, the most powerful object in our solar system. And I think you can tell. It’s a collection of songs that represent an explosive reconnection with what Enter Shikari is”, labelling it “the beginning of our second act”.
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Carrying out various other residencies in the likes of London, Wolverhampton, Bristol and Glasgow, the band are raring to get back out there and introduce their fans to “Enter Shikari 2.0”. You can see their full list of special residency shows below:
The new Enter Shikari album, A Kiss For The Whole World, drops on 21 April 2023 and those who pre-order the album can bag themselves exclusive access to one of three New Century concerts.
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Exclusive access to tickets begins on 19 January for pre-orders and members of the band’s fan club, with general sale tickets going live on 26 January.
You won’t be able to ‘Stop the Clocks’ when it comes to grabbing these ones, so you best be quick once they’re out. We’ll see you there!
Pete Tong’s Ibiza Classics is returning to Manchester next year
Clementine Hall
IconicDJ and radio presenter Pete Tong MBE is making his way back to Manchester with a whole host of guests ready to help you dance the night away.
Known for his live radio shows such as the ‘Essential Mix’ on BBC Radio 1, Tong is bringing back his widely successful Ibiza Classics club night to Manchester with an equally impressive roster of guests.
The ‘Ibiza Classics’ concept originated and debuted back in 2015 with Tong and co. taking on Royal Albert Hall as part of BBC Radio 1’s Proms schedule, paying homage to the island’s infectious anthems.
Since then, the English DJ has built a music event bigger than he could have ever imagined, and after a milestone year marking the 10th anniversary of the acclaimed Ibiza Classics show, Pete Tong has announced a brand-new run of UK arena dates for 2026.
Some of Tong’s notable releases include ‘Where’s The Music Gone’ and ‘Apocolypse’, alongside some very respectable dance music artists.
Other tracks to his name include ‘You Got The Love’ and ‘Time’, both collaborations with Jules Buckley, one of the famous faces you’ll get to see on this special Ibiza Classics tour.
The seven-date arena tour kicks off in Glasgow’s before heading to Manchester’s AO Arena on Friday 4 December 2026.
He will also be playing in Leeds, Birmingham, and Nottingham, culminating the tour with two huge nights at The O2 London.
Ibiza Classics Live 2026
Thursday 3 December – Glasgow, OVO Hydro
Friday 4 December – Manchester, AO Arena
Saturday 5 December – Leeds, First Direct Bank Arena
Wednesday 9 December – Birmingham, Utilita Arena
Thursday 10 December – Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena
Friday 11 and Saturday 12 December – London, The O2
He will be joined by long-standing collaborators Jules Buckley and The Essential Orchestra.
This night is expected to be filled with pure dance hits, and based on recent shows, there might even be appearances from even more musical talents and special guests.
Pete Tong, Jules Buckley, and The Essential Orchestra are bringing Ibiza Classics to AO Arena on Friday 4 December 2026.
Tickets go on sale next Monday 15 December, and you can get them here.
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Indiana Jones, live in concert, is coming to Manchester
Danny Jones
An all-time Hollywood favourite is being brought to Manchester audiences like never before, as a special showing of the first Indiana Jones film is coming to the city centrein concert.
Steven Spielberg and George Lucas’ action-adventure series is one we all know and love – and if you haven’t seen it before, what are you playing at?
Having said that, the original beloved blockbuster still stands up as the most fondly remembered of the series to this day; put simply, the ‘best’ film in the ‘Indy’ franchise is Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Whether you agree with us or not, you can’t deny that the idea of hearing a live concert version of that iconic Indiana Jones score being played in the flesh by a proper orchestra sounds mega. Case in point:
The legendary John Williams score has been played in some of the most prestigious rooms in the world.
Now, how about hearing those incredible trumpets and French horns over the audio of the film itself, soundtracking each scene as it plays on the big screen in front of you?
Yes, we are nerding out, and so should you be.
After a globe-trotting trek that Indy himself would be proud of, the Disney Concerts production is now gearing up for its UK tour, with just a handful of lucky cities selected for the privilege.
You can see the full list of tour dates down below (we’ve highlighted other Northern shows for you, too):
Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark: Live In Concert – UK tour dates | 2026
Sunday 31 May – Manchester Bridgewater Hall Monday 1 June – Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Tuesday 2 June – Edinburgh Usher Hall Wednesday 3 June – Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Thursday 4 June – Birmingham Symphony Hall Friday 5 June – Sheffield City Hall Sunday 7 June – London Eventim Apollo
As you can see, not only will the run of live shows be kicking off on home turf, but they have selected the one and only Bridgewater Hall for the movie concert experience – a more than fitting venue.
Released back in 1981, it’s unbelievable how timeless and instantly recognisable the iconic Indy theme and film score still is to this day.
Disney’s early access window and the presale via the venue both open from 10am this Thursday, 11 December, with general admission going live at the same time the following Friday (12 Dec).
You can get ready to grab your tickets to the Manchester screening and live orchestral performance next May right HERE.
Be it movies, TV or even games, we’re loving how many of these kinds of shows are coming to our city now, from all-time classics like Indiana Jones to cult favourite bits of British kids’ telly…
Danny Jones -
12th January 2023 
