I’ll be warming up for this Snarky Puppy-led outfit tonight at Band On The Wall.
Plus support from re:tract Originally from Tokyo, and now based in London, Anchorsong AKA Masaaki Yoshida is a highly-fêted producer, and solo live act, renowned for crafting immersive and rhythmic […]
HIP HOP // NEOSOUL // ALT RNB // CLASSICS come celebrate 2 years of Sweet vibes broadcasting!! £6 TICKETS
We present a night of irresistible rhythms with the very first afrobeat band to come out of Chile’s thriving music scene: Newen Afrobeat. Combining African traditions with their Chilean musical […]
Following his monster night with Don Letts, Huey Morgan takes over Band on the Wall’s heavy sound system once more – this time for a big clash with his BBC […]
WORKINONIT Beat Maker Social is a monthly free event for producers to showcase their music and connect with the community. Whether it’s live finger drumming, a live SP404 set or […]
Part of the Salaam Festival. An exclusive double-bill with two of the most exciting contemporary jazz artists. Yazz Ahmed and Kamaal Williams come together for one night at Salaam Festival. […]
Newly signed to Big Crown Records, the Melbourne outfit hit Manchester on their Euro tour.
Brooklyn based, Washington DC born rapper Oddisee comes to Manchester backed by his 5-piece band The Good Compny.Oddisee’s music draws inspiration from his youth bearing witness to stark inequality as […]
Live From The Groove record label launch party celebrating the release of Kansul Culture collectives debut EP release with a live PA, Funk 45s set from Kista @k.i.s.t.a and Get […]
Private Space by Durand Jones & The Indications
Gondwana Records boss Matt Halsall continues his monthly residency in YES’ Pink Room.
” Sambroso All Stars return to Band on the Wall to showcase one of the most iconic albums in living memory. The 7-piece all star band promise to mesmerise the […]
We back people! 3 months since our show has got us ready to hit the dance floor with brand new stompers and global celebration in music culture as always! Our […]
Souled out.
With a growing catalogue of critically acclaimed solo EPs (XL Recordings) and collaborations (Little Simz, Danny Brown, Richard Russell), Obongjayar possesses a unique voice and charisma, combining Afrobeat-inspired, electronic rhythms, […]
Moonchild return to Band on the Wall, fresh from releasing their latest LP ‘Starfruit’. ‘Starfruit’ is the fifth album from LA-trio Moonchild (Amber Navran, Andris Mattson, and Max Bryk). The […]
Bassist Ida Nielsen’s life was turned upside down when music legend Prince discovered her in August 2010. Shortly after, she joined his band and started touring with him and The […]
Coops… the UK phenomenon well known for his rich catalogue of soul infused hip-hop, has just announced the release of his newest LP “Lost Soul 2”. Since the release of […]
Band on the Wall presents a series of free entry gigs and DJ sets on our second stage, located to the rear of our brand new bar. We’ll be shining […]
Glasgow’s powerhouse DJ/producer showcases the vast pool of rising jazz talent in the city with an intimate performance and ethereal journey through the new sounds of Scotland. A musical legend […]
Off the back of his landmark debut LP, Reason To Smile, Kojey returns to Manchester.
Fresh from making their first LP together, Harleighblue and Illa J embark upon a UK tour to spread their collaborative sound.
HUEY MORGAN X MOOVIN FESTIVAL MOOVIN-IN – FREE PARTY – DECEMBER 28TH Ramona teams up with the Moovin Festival crew as they bring their Festival vibes December 28th for what […]
FREE Me Gusta Collective return to our bar stage decks for a late night party taking you on a journey around South America, banger by banger!
The Daptone and Big Crown king of soul returns to Manchester in support of his newest LP, Sentimental Fool. You’ll also be treated to James Hunter and UK-based latest Daptone […]
Our Sheffield pals RBB return to Craig’s BOTW stage. Check their music on Bandcamp.
The new incarnation of Tungusku make their live debut. They’ll be performing tracks from the Direction Of Travel EP and some new material, developing ideas from demos and rehearsals with […]
Vinnie Paz, Immortal Technioque and RA rugged man head to Manchester for a night of that real undaground Hip Hop with some special guests ..
Move 78 are a Berlin-based band whose signature sound is a balance between free-flowing, improvised jazz and programmed, automated hip-hop. Since 2021 Move 78 have released two studio albums: “The […]
An intimate chat with the Souls crew before the first of three sets in Manchester.
For the first time in a long time original Pharcyde members Fat Lip, Imani & Slimkid Tre are reunited for a European tour and we have them playing live here […]
It is rare for a singular voice to define an entire generation of music, but the soulful harmonies of Peven Everett do just that. Shaping the world of electronic music […]
Sunday 19th March we’re back with a classic format at @thehiphopchipshop 5 of our residents will be going back to back, beat for beat in the cypher, including@dimos_papageorgiou@schizm_@silkfinger@_catch92_@fthmlss Then faces will […]
Born into a family of music royalty, the sibling trio are ready to step into the spotlight. The sisters are the granddaughters of the legendary Sam Cooke, daughters of songwriters […]
Possibly the most popular Daptone act since Ms Sharon Jones, Thee Sacred Souls hit Manchester with UK Daptoner Jalen. Sold out, though.
Making his mark in history for on one of hip-hop’s most celebrated albums ‘The Infamous’, the New York rapper/ producer brings his flow and rhymes to our stage. Paving the […]
The legendary Brazilian trio celebrate 50 years of samba-infused jazz-funk treasures. An Azymuth live show is a journey through the full spectrum of their brilliantly coloured expressionist funk, with all […]
** THIS SHOW HAS NOW SOLD OUT. A SECOND DATE HAS BEEN ADDED ON 2ND AUGUST. TICKETS FOR SECOND DATE AVAILABLE HERE. ** Delighting dancefloors and radio airwaves for nearly 7 years […]
Legendary Brooklyn natives Smif-N-Wessun are survivors of the game of hip-hop. Their street slick rhymes, personal chemistry, and ability to trade the mic smoother than a Henny and Coke, are […]
We were all shocked and saddened to hear the tragic news regarding the passing of founding De La Soul member, Trugoy the Dove last month. Understandably, the planned show at […]
Now Wave presents R.A.P. FERREIRA Live at YES Basement Manchester 11th August 2023 £12 18+ 7pm
Another Sons and Daughters of Lite cover follows as Jimetta leads the choir in the groove-drenched ode to self-affirmation Operation Feed Yourself. Written as a series of mantras for everyday […]
Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, US, Masta Ace, a.k.a Duval Clear, is an American rap artist, originally finding fame as part of the Juice Crew in 1988. Alongside Craig G, […]
ShinDigger X Reform Radio: A Decade In The Game ShinDigger and Reform Radio celebrate their joint-tenth birthdays with a day festival on the cobbles of Cheetham Hill: A Decade In The […]
Jay Sharples and Grit Studios present a last minute paint jam! Please spread the word. Celebrating Stockport’s recent Town Of Culture status we’ve got over 20 artists from in and […]
“One of the most groundbreaking dub acts in history” – Bandcamp African Head Charge are joining us for an evening full of unique blends of polyrhythmic outernational sounds, presenting their […]
We bring Afriquoi to Manchester for an explosive live show combining African traditions with contemporary UK electronics. Fusing Congolese guitar + Gambian kora virtuosity with UK electronic sensibilities to create […]
Blurb: FLOHIO announces a handful of UK live dates, bringing the undeniable energy of her 2022 debut album to a live setting, with the ‘Out Of Heart presents Out Of […]
Ruby is a vocalist, songwriter and DJ hailing from Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. Her soulful yet distinctive voice has enabled her to front numerous projects; perhaps best known as lead vocalist […]
Sambroso All Stars return to Band on the Wall to showcase one of the most iconic albums in living memory. The 7-piece all star band promise to mesmerise the Band […]
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Bio: Skinny Pelembe is a multi-talented wonder, born in Johannesburg and raised in Doncaster, who crafts patchworks of personal and musical touchstones, a distinctive musical style; memories and observations are […]
corto.alto is the brain-child of award winning multi-instrumentalist, composer & producer Liam Shortall. Hailing from Glasgow, Scotland, this genre defying producer brings together influences from Hip-Hop, Broken Beat, Electronica, Dub […]
Arto Lindsay, self-taught corrosive guitar scratcher, might be the closest experimental noise has to a soul man. Since the late 1970s, when he unleashed one of the world’s greatest manifestations […]
A Hip Hop 50 special from the legendary Sheffield club night, teaming up with underground labels Def Pressé and Group Bracil.
Now Wave presentsJohn Carroll Kirby, live at YES Pink RoomTuesday October 24th 2023£1818+7:30pm
Vice Beats and the University of Bristol have set up a Dilla event to fundraise for the James Dewitt Yancey Foundation. Free entry, no tickets needed, over at Low Four […]
Peter Parker (Fingathing), Danny Drive Thru and I team up with DJ Rasp (doing an AV set) for some Halloween hip hop fun at Freight. Free tickets.
Yoda returns to the city with his Hip Hop 50 AV show.
The New York godfather of boom-bap, slick beats and smooth flow is in Manchester for a live show, showcasing one of the best live hip-hop outfits on the planet. Collaborating […]
In need of no introduction, rap icon Ice Cube makes his long-overdue return to British and Irish shores as he unveils details of a hugely exciting tour in December. The Hip […]
Reno Collective is a creative platform showcasing artists from diverse backgrounds in the UK and beyond. Paying homage to the late legendary Moss Side night club ‘The Reno’ which opened […]
Concert Hall: Jeru The Damaja East Coast hip-hop royalty, and Brooklyn’s finest returns. Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Jeru’s acclaimed album The Sun Rises in the East. […]
Disco legends Heatwave take over the Blues Kitchen this January with an entire set of party anthems. Globally known for floor-filling hits like ‘Mind Blowing Decisions’, ‘Boogie Nights’ and the […]
WORKINONIT SUNDAY 21ST JANUARY 2PM-6PM2024! We’re back at @thehiphopchipshop , and as promised, we have a line up of massively talented beat makers/producers. Making his WORKINONIT debut, we have @__zeroni making his way up […]
Omar Lyefook MBE is without doubt, one of the greatest soul music talents the United Kingdom has produced. If anyone has doubts about that, then they might want to consider […]
The Ruby Yacht captain returns to the port of Manchester with G’s US partner AJ Suede. We had a good little chat last time and recorded at Low Four, I’ll […]
A big favourite here at Band on the Wall, we’ve brought Fatoumata over to the UK several times. We hope you’re excited to see her in Manchester once more this […]
After a great and packed debut show at the venue back in July 2023, we just had to bring back DJ Lubi and Orchestra Mambo International with their “Mambo King […]
To launch the new Ramona Radio Rave series, we welcome Scotland’s No. 1 Reggae / Dub Crew for a special 3 hr set taking in Dub, Reggae, & more …
Charlie Boy Manson entered the musical realm around 2018 in Manchester. He has become well known for his undeniably poetic yet twisted style and red branding. An artist that seems […]
Bakey & Capo Lee bring their AM to PM tour to town, expect big special guests for this madness.
Join Mr. Scruff & MC Kwasi with very special guest Tarzsa for a 6 hour B2B DJ session. Both DJs will be playing together for the whole night, digging from […]
TWO PERFORMANCES PERFORMANCE ONE – 7PM – SOLD OUT PERFORMANCE TWO – 9.30PM – TICKETS BELOW
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