Manchester party The Warehouse Project has revealed its full lineup for 2022 as it returns to its home at Depot, Mayfield for another star-studded season.
As the city’s ravers gear up for an action-packed four months of unmissable moments, we take a look at the full roster of artists confirmed for this year – with line-ups spanning a host of genres, from DnB and tech house to industrial techno, disco, classic house and dub reggae.
From in-demand global tastemaker Peggy Gou, who comes to Manchester to play her only UK Gou Talk show of the A/W season, to a headline set from techno legend Michael Bibi (also the only opportunity for fans to see him in the north this year), as ever, there is a lot to get excited about.
The Hacienda also returns, celebrating forty years of FAC51 on Saturday 12 November – marking its largest ever club event across four rooms. This very special party will see electronic groups Orbital and Happy Mondays performing live, with Inner City and 808 State also headlining the show amongst other legendary acts.
Speaking on the new season’s line-up, which sees the party series return free of restrictions for the first time since Covid, Co-Founder Sam Kandel said: “We can now concentrate on delivering the best WHP season to date.
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“Musically we’ve cast the net even wider this year and so far the response has been incredible.
“We all know that Depot Mayfield is the dream location for The Warehouse Project and it’s just fantastic to be involved whilst this corner of Manchester continues to transform before our eyes.”’
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Peggy Gou will land at Depot Mayfield on Friday 21st October for her only show in England after the summer – bringing her Gou Talk event series to Manchester for the very first time.
The global tastemaker has carefully curated a unique blend of artists to deliver stunning musical and cultural visions – with Laurent Garnier, Robert Hood, TSHA, Saoirse, Anz and more joining her on the night.
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Following the success of their previous Manchester parties, one of the UK’s finest House & Techno labels Solid Grooves will welcome Michael Bibi on Friday 28 October for what will be his only UK date in the North this year. The label showcase will also be joined by musical legends including Sven Väth, Skream, Hot Since 82 and more.
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On Saturday 29 October, a Halloween special will bring some very familiar faces and sought-after names – amongst the headliners, former BBC Radio 1 legend Annie Mac, Patrick Topping, Special Request and more.
The following Friday 4 November will see a huge Worried About Henry showcase, taking over the full expanse of Depot Mayfield with an array of world-class artists from the DnB scene for what will be the final drum n bass show of WHP22. Another huge line-up featuring the likes of Sub Focus, Shy FX, Netsky, Inja and more.
How to get tickets
With the WHP22 drawing closer in time, The Warehouse Project is delighted to bring in another season of spectacular shows throughout the Autumn/Winter season.
Pre-sale tickets will be available on Thursday 28 July from 10am, with ticket prices starting from £29.50.
General sale tickets will then become available on Friday 29 July from 10am.
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Tickets can be purchased via The Warehouse Project website.
New shows announced for The Warehouse Project 2022
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Friday 21 October – Gou Talk
Times: 20.00 – 04.00
Depot
Peggy Gou
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Dixon
Job Jobse
TSHA
Hiver
Concourse
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Laurent Garnier
Robert Hood & Lyric Hood Presents Floorplan
Chaos In The CBD
Saoirse
Archive
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Ryan Elliott
Josey Rebelle
Anz
Mogwaa
Brain De Palma
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Solid Grooves – Friday 28 October
Times: 20.00 – 04.00
(A-Z)
(A-Z)
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Bassel Darwish
Dennis Cruz
Hot Since 82
Ilario Alicante
Lauren Lo Sung
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Lindsey Matthews
Mason Collective
Michael Bibi
Pawsa
Rossko
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Skream B2B Jackmaster
Sven Väth
Sweely
Toman
Traumer
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Saturday 29 October – Halloween At The Warehouse Project
Full Halloween Production Across All 3 Rooms Of Depot Mayfield
Times: 19.00 – 04.00
(A-Z)
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Annie Mac / Patrick Topping
Ammara | DJ Boring | Emerald
Ewan Mcvicar | Hammer | Jaguar
Jordan Villa | Junior Simba | KETTAMA
LF System | Prospa – Live | Nia Archives
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Sarah Story | Special Request | Tibasko
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Friday 4 November – Worried About Henry
Times: 20.00 – 04.00
(A-Z):
Hybrid Minds & Tempza
Netsky
Sub Focus & Id
A-Z:
Bou & Haribo
Charlie Tee
Critical Soundsystem XX: Enei x Halogenix x Kasra Ft GQ
Mollie Collins B2B Kleu
Rob Rinseout B2B Ezair
Special Guest:
Bru-C
Concourse: Shy Fx Presents
Shy Fx
David Rodigan
Voltage
Dj Marky
Clipz
Breakage
Mungo’s Hi Fi Ft Gardna
Chimpo
Salo
MC’s: GQ, Stamina & Dread MC
Archive: Hospitality (A-Z)
Camo & Krooked
Etherwood B2B LSB
Flava D
Kings Of The Rollers & Inja
Metrik
S.P.Y
Solah (Live) Feat Emma B
Unglued B2B Mozey
MC’s: Daxta, Ruthless, MC AD & Lowqui
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Saturday 12 November
Haçienda 40
Times: 14.00 – 02.00
Saturday 12 November – Haçienda 40
Times: 14.00 – 02.00
Orbital [Live]
Happy Mondays Kerri Chandler
David Morales
Kenny Dope Grandmaster Flash
Inner City [live]
808 State [Live]
Marshall Jefferson
Todd Terry
House Gospel ChoirCe Ce Rodgers [Live]
Greg Wilson
Peter HookJustin Robertson
K Klass
Graeme Park
Jon Dasilva
Dj Paulette
Kath McDermott
Tom Wainwright
Russ
To see the full WHP 2022 lineup, visit the website here.
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Independent review into police actions during Manchester synagogue terror attack finds ‘no misconduct’
Emily Sergeant
An independent review into the terror attack at a synagogue in Crumpsall last week has concluded there was ‘no misconduct’ by the police.
The investigation was carried out by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) following the shocking knife and car attack, which took place last Thursday 2 October on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue.
Two men sadly lost their lives during the attack – Adrian Daulby, 53, who is believed to have been shot dead by Greater Manchester Police (GMP) while trying to stop the attacker from entering the synagogue, and Melvin Cravitz, 66, a worshipper who also helped stop the attacker.
The attacker has been named as 35-year-old Jihad al Shamie – a 35-year-old British citizen of Syrian descent who lived in Prestwich – who at the time was on bail for an alleged rape, before being shot dead by police.
Statement from Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson following an update from the Independent Office for Police Conduct. This comes after last week's attack at Heaton Park Synagogue. pic.twitter.com/5tQQKeNaTh
The IOPC says its investigation is ‘mandatory’ in situations where police use of force may have resulted in the death of a member of the public.
Their investigation looked at the actions and decision-making of the officers involved in the incident.
“Over the coming days, we will continue to review the substantial amount of evidence gathered up to now, and will begin the process of obtaining more detailed statements from police witnesses,” the IOPC said in a statment.
GMP’s Chief Constable, Sir Stephen Watson, says he ‘welcomes’ the IOPC’s finding that no misconduct is apparent in the actions required of officers in ‘bringing this dreadful attack to an end’.
An independent review into police actions during the Manchester synagogue terror attack has found ‘no misconduct’ / Credit: GMP
He said in a statement addressing the matter: “Our thoughts will always be with the families and loved ones of those directly affected by this tragedy together with the wider community across Greater Manchester and beyond. Our significant presence and determination to protect everyone from all faith communities across our city region will continue unabated.”
With the IOPC’s investigation into the incident still ongoing, CC Watson assured ‘GMP is committed to openness, transparency, and candour’.
“In respect of all our previous dealings with [al Shamie], and we have therefore asked the IOPC to include this aspect in their ongoing review,” CC Watson continued.
“This includes previous reports of harassment, and an arrest for reports of rape over the past year, for which he was on bail at the time of the attack.”
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Breakaway competition R360 issues statement after rubgy unions warn players of sanctions
Danny Jones
Prospective breakaway competition R360 have issued a response to the joint statement from multiple countries’ rugby unions, which has warned players of sanctions should they choose to join the new league.
While the vast majority seemingly remain opposed to the new concept, backing from certain key figures has resulted in the likes of the UK and Irish rugby unions, along with other key nations, sharing their unified stance against the potential rival.
Put in the simplest terms, the R360 model is rugby’s equivalent of what the proposed European ‘Super League’ was for football just a few years ago, with similar questions being raised around how it could jeopardise existing contests, player wellbeing and more.
Now, though, the new format – which has been largely backed and developed by former World Cup winner with England, Mike Tindall – delivered its own reply on Wednesday, 8 October.
Shared publicly to the press, the alternative tournament wrote: “It’s not always easy to embrace new opportunities, but as we’ve seen throughout history, it’s essential for any sport to grow. So many players love what R360 can do for them and the game, and we can’t wait to kick off next year.
“Player welfare is one of the key reasons for creating our global series, which will greatly reduce player load and capture the attention of a new generation of fans globally. We want to work collaboratively as part of the global rugby calendar.
“The series is designed with bespoke schedules for men’s and women’s teams and R360 will release all players for international matches, as written into their contracts. Our philosophy is clear – if players want to play for their country, they should have that opportunity. Why would the unions stand in their way?
“We look forward to submitting to the World Rugby Council for sanctioning next summer as planned.”
At present, R360 is due to hold its inagural season this time next year, with eight new male teams and four women’s sides expected to get underway from October 2026 onwards.
In addition to more lucrative contracts like those promised in the IPL (Indian Premier League) cricket, LIV Golf and the aforementioned albeit failed Super League, R360 is also set to offer a reduced playing schedule but one that would still tempt athletes away from their current teams to new franchises.
The national rugby unions of New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Ireland, England, Scotland, France and Italy have released the following statement on the proposed R360 competition ⬇️#IrishRugby
Although they have assured player care is an utmost priority, their health and fitness is one of my concerns put forward by the total eight rubgy unions who have urged current pros to stay away from the breakaway competition.
In case you haven’t seen the statement release by England, Ireland and Scotland, as well as France, Italy, New Zealand, Australia and South Africa, it begins by “urging extreme caution for players and support staff considering joining the proposed R360 competition.”
Assuring that they welcome “investment and innovation in rugby”, they feel this particular idea won’t improve the sport but could instead “fragment or weaken it.”
Having assessed the proposals supposed value/addition to the “rugby’s global ecosystem”, it seems the fear is that the outcome will be a “net negative to the game”, with little to no detail as to how it can run alongside existing fixtures, assure proper management of player welfare and more.
As for Wales, despite opting not to put their name to the open letter itself, they have stated publicly: “The Welsh Rugby Union supports this statement, and we’re considering changes we may need to make to qualification rules in Wales as part of ongoing analysis following our recent consultation process.”
The statement continues: “The R360 model, as outlined publicly, rather appears designed to generate profits and return them to a very small elite, potentially hollowing out the investment that national unions and existing leagues make in community rugby, player development, and participation pathways.”
It seems there is deep concern for how it could affect grassroots and the international rugby too, not just league and union, and have failed to full explain or help key organisations “better understand their business and operating model.”
Most notably, they sign off by adding: “Each of the national unions will therefore be advising men’s and women’s players that participation in R360 would make them ineligible for international selection.”
What do you make of the whole debate – do you like the current schedule/format as it is, or do you think there’s room for a new chapter in the rugby world?
Georgina Pellant -
27th July 2022 
