Grime sensation Bugzy Malone and JD are offering fans the chance to get in on a top-secret event in Manchester.
The rapper is hosting a private lock-in on Friday December 3 – but the rest of the details are being kept under wraps.
Fans who manage to bag an invite will be treated to an exclusive live performance from the M.E.N. singer, as well as an interview.
There’ll be a first look at the Skeleton X1 drop too, a new trainer from Bugzy’s B.Malone’s line.
The sneak comes in a smooth black colourway with contrasting white pattern and will ensure ‘nothing can break your stride’.
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Bugzy’s private event will also see tickets for his hometown gig on the Resurrection tour given away, which is taking place at the AO Arena on Saturday.
Only 30 people will be invited to the lock-in, with JD Official holding all the behind-the-scenes information and passes.
McFly and Busted announce massive joint head-to-head tour – with Manchester arena gig
Daisy Jackson
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Two of the world’s greatest pop-punk bands, Busted and McFly, have just announced details of an unmissable head-to-head tour.
Busted last night stormed the stage at McFly’s 21st birthday show to announce Busted Vs McFly, which will include huge arena shows in Manchester, Leeds and Sheffield.
The two groups, which are collectively behind some of the biggest pop-rock hits of the last two decades, will be visiting some of the biggest venues around the UK.
The shows announced (so far) on the Busted vs McFly tour include the AO Arena in Manchester, the Utilita Arena in Sheffield and the First Direct Arena in Leeds.
It’s all set to take place next autumn, with both groups challenging each other to a live battle on stage.
Speaking of the tour, McFly threw down the gauntlet and commented: “Busted gatecrashed our show tonight (not cool), and challenged us to a VS tour next year. They’re old men now, and we are gonna blow them and their carers off the stage next year.
“We’ve had a great time celebrating our 21st birthday this week and next year is going to be even better. P.S. Busted Suck.”
Busted fought back and added: “There’s been a lot of talk recently…. This is where the talking ends….! We are ready to show who is the better band once and for all. McFly suck and Busted Rock!”
Busted. Credit: Publicity pictureMcFly. Credit: Publicity pictureMcFly and Busted announce massive joint head-to-head tour – with Manchester arena gig
Busted’s biggest hits over the years have included Year 3000, Crashed The Wedding, and Air Hostess, while McFly have been responsible for hits like All About You, Five Colours In Her Hair, and Star Boy.
Just last year Busted scored a number one album position with Greatest Hits 2.0, and sold out 26 UK arena gigs.
Meanwhile McFly’s seventh album Power To Play hit the number two spot on the UK Albums Chart last year, joined by a run of massive shows, including two sold-out gigs at the O2 Arena to mark 21 years since the release of their debut.
Tickets for the unmissable Busted vs McFly tour go on sale via artist pre-sale HERE from 9am on 16 October, and general tickets are on sale on 18 October at 9am HERE.
Olivia Rodrigo FINALLY announces dates for two Manchester gigs after Co-op Live cancellations
Daisy Jackson
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At long last, Olivia Rodrigo has announced dates for her rescheduled shows here in Manchester.
The star had been meant to play at the massive new Co-op Live arena last May, but her shows were postponed after the venue was hit with high-profile opening delays.
The Good 4 U singer was one of several artists whose shows were postponed earlier this year, with Peter Kay, The Black Keys, Keane, Take That and A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie all rearranged or moved to different venues.
While most other Co-op Live gigs were quite quickly rescheduled, fans have been waiting for months for new Olivia Rodrigo dates in Manchester.
And now she has finally managed to get booked back in on her GUTS World Tour, with a pair of new dates announced.
Olivia will be performing on 30 June 2025, and 1 July 2025.
Those shows are rescheduled dates for her original gigs on 3 and 4 May this year.
At the time of her show being called off, Olivia wrote: “Hello! I’ve been having such a great time in Europe so far and I’m sooooo disappointed that we’re unable to perform in Manchester due to on-going venue-related technical issues.
“We’re doing our best to reschedule the show. you can hold onto your tickets for further info or request a refund at your point of purchase.
“More info will be sent directly to ticket holders. im so bummed and I really hope to see you all soon.”
The comment section on Co-op Live’s Instagram has been flooded with people demanding new dates for months, so maybe now we can all move on with our lives.
Daisy Jackson -
2nd December 2021 
