BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//groovement - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:groovement X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://groovement.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for groovement REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250503T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250503T230000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135559 CREATED:20241202T210903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250119T202138Z UID:34013-1746298800-1746313200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Greentea Peng / Albert Hall DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/greentea-peng/ LOCATION:Albert Hall\, 27 Peter St\, Manchester\, M2 5QR CATEGORIES:Featured Events,HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/GdyN1zbWYAAZsI5.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250511T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250511T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135559 CREATED:20250504T114757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T114801Z UID:35129-1746990000-1746990000@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Rogér Fakhr & Charif Megarbane (Habibi Funk) / Band On The Wall DESCRIPTION:Listen to the Groovement podcast \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoth hailing from Beirut\, Charif Megarbane and Rogér Fakhr represent two generations of artists pushing Lebanese music culture forwards\, with Rogér starting his career in the late 70’s\, and Charif taking the helm in more recent years. \n\n\n\nRogér has developed an incredibly strong cult following\, with his lost tapes recorded in 1970s Beirut (and later in Paris during the Lebanese civil war) finally being released to the public by Habibi Funk in 2021 on the LP ‘Fine Anyway’\, followed with a second album release ‘East of Any Place’ in 2023. \n\n\n\nNobody could have expected just how strongly this would connect with the modern audience – on Spotify alone ‘Fine Anyway’ has so far racked up 25million streams and while Rogér currently has 250k monthly listeners. Rogér is now in the studio recording new material. \n\n\n\nCharif is a polymath of the truest sorts – producer\, composer\, multi-instrumentalist who is prolific with his output (80 albums in 10 years!). His full length LP ‘Marzipan’ was released on Habibi Funk 2023 to critical acclaim\, including a feature as Bandcamp’s Album of the Day\, as well as praise from Time and The Skinny. Under his main alternative moniker Cosmic Analog Ensemble\, Charif also released “Les Grandes Vacances” in January 2024 to critical accolades\, including Bandcamp Album of the Day. Charif is set to release an eagerly-awaited new album in Spring 2025 via Habibi Funk. \n\n\n\nWhile Charif has toured live since the Marzipan release\, with sold out shows at Jazz Cafe in London\, Hosoi in Stockholm and Le Bellevilloise in Paris\, Rogér had not performed in public for decades – that is before he took to the stage of a sold out EartH in London in late 2024 – a truly special and emotional night\, which saw Charif perform his own set as well as performing as the backing band for Rogér too. \n\n\n\nTo Rogér’s humble surprise\, he witnessed full audience renditions of his songs – written discreetly over four decades ago – now connecting with a modern crowd of all ages and backgrounds. \n\n\n\nTogether\, Charif and Rogér now look forward to bringing this truly unique show to cities around Europe for the very first time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/roger-fakhr-charif-megarbane-habibi-funk-band-on-the-wall/ LOCATION:Band On The Wall\, 27 Swan St\, Manchester\, M4 5JZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/roger.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250517T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250517T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135559 CREATED:20250203T024253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T024254Z UID:34702-1747508400-1747508400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:THE LOX / MCR Academy DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/the-lox-mcr-academy/ LOCATION:Manchester Academy\, University Of Manchester Students' Union\, Oxford Road\, Manchester\, M13 9PR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/lox.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250525T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250525T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250423T230042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T235108Z UID:35070-1748199600-1748199600@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Origami Tsunami\, Arshaq Malik + Malaise / The Castle DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/origami-tsunami-arshaq-malik-malaise-the-castle-2/ CATEGORIES:Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/SnapInsta.to_490218999_17950506173950974_2446378172606045131_n-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250527T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250528T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250128T233741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T233829Z UID:34608-1748372400-1748458800@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Tyler The Creator / Co-Op Live DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/tyler-the-creator-co-op-live/ LOCATION:Co-Op Live\, Etihad Campus\, 1 Sportcity Way\,\, Manchester\, M11 3DL CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Snapinst.app_474125539_3486822908121062_6052955981977111937_n_1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250613T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250613T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250604T230813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T231351Z UID:35179-1749841200-1749841200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:JoeJas - Left Handed Bandit / Withington Public Hall DESCRIPTION:Rapper/producer JoeJas becomes the Left Handed Bandit\, masked up and traveling throughout UK venues! Bringing his off the wall sounds\, blending many genres and electrifying live performance. The Left Handed Bandit will also bring accomplices; FEAR OF MARKO\, Different Kind of Dough & ACE C0NWAY! To help him on his journey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/joejass-left-handed-bandit-withington-public-hall/ LOCATION:Withington Public Hall\, 2 Burton Rd\, Withington\,\, Manchester\, M20 3ED CATEGORIES:Featured Events,HIP HOP GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/JOEJAS.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250113T221755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250119T202304Z UID:34117-1749902400-1749988800@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Outbreak Fest: Danny Brown\, Denzel Curry / Bowlers DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/outbreak-fest-danny-brown-denzel-curry/ CATEGORIES:Festival,HIP HOP GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/outb.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250116T203401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T203402Z UID:34178-1751569200-1751569200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Lady Wray / Band On The Wall DESCRIPTION:“Lady Wray carries the charisma of a Jackson 5 family member\, while also boasting similar vocal prowess to an icon such as Aretha Franklin.” -Consequence of Sound. \n\n\n\nOnly a few people in the world can take this level of musicianship and elevate it. Lady Wray is one such person. Her journey as Nicole Wray began as a fifteen-year-old in Virginia\, who auditioned for Missy Elliott who signed her on the spot. Later\, in 1998\, she had a debut solo album and a single that smashed up radio and TV\, quickly going gold. \n\n\n\nHaving recently released on Brooklyn’s Big Crown Records\, Lady Wray’s iconic voice and songwriting leans towards soul and RnB with tinges of hip-hop. \n\n\n\nWe’re taking the multi-million streamed artist to Manchester for a night of her classics ‘Make It Hot’\, ‘Guilty’\, ‘Piece Of Me’\, ‘Come On In’ and more… \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/lady-wray-band-on-the-wall/ LOCATION:Band On The Wall\, 27 Swan St\, Manchester\, M4 5JZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Gig,SOUL GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/lady-wray-manchester-band-on-the-wall.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250711T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250711T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250120T212347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T212348Z UID:34404-1752260400-1752260400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Rizzle Kicks / Castlefield Bowl DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/rizzle-kicks-castlefield-bowl/ LOCATION:Castlefield Bowl\, Rice St\,\, Manchester\, M3 4JR CATEGORIES:Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/XMbBl0l0z6Ka6FMV0dRvLTxfxHOY8TKehWiXgtVk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250813T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250813T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250610T180623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T183514Z UID:35196-1755111600-1755111600@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Chali 2na + A.Skillz / Blues Kitchen DESCRIPTION:Chali 2na—founding member of Jurassic 5 and Ozomatli—brings his signature baritone and sharp lyricism to The Blues Kitchen. With a career spanning over 25 years 2na has established himself as one of hip-hop’s most celebrated and charismatic personalities\, collaborating with a plethora of artists such as Mos Def & Linkin Park. \n\n\n\nHere’s a Groovement chat from 2013… \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/chali-2na-a-skillz-blues-kitchen/ LOCATION:The Blues Kitchen\, 13 Quay St\, Manchester\, M3 3HN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot-2025-06-10-at-17.56.28.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250815T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250815T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250610T165355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T165637Z UID:35192-1755277200-1755277200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:DJ Shadow\, UNKLE\, Morcheeba / Victoria Warehouse DESCRIPTION:Not sure of a link for this one yet\, looks like it may have been announced too early. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/dj-shadow-unkle-morcheeba-victoria-warehouse/ LOCATION:O2 Victoria Warehouse\, Trafford Park\, Stretford\,\, Manchester\, M17 1AB\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,SOUL GIGS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T210000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250831T105659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T105701Z UID:35486-1756659600-1756674000@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:WORKINONIT / Stage & Radio DESCRIPTION:Not for profit Beat Makers Event\, monthly. INSTAGRAM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/workinonit-stage-radio/ CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/woi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250905T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250905T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250203T025623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T025627Z UID:34716-1757098800-1757098800@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Goldie Lookin' Chain / MCR Academy DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/goldie-lookin-chain-mcr-academy/ LOCATION:Manchester Academy\, University Of Manchester Students' Union\, Oxford Road\, Manchester\, M13 9PR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/goldie_lookin_chain_-7298557013.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250907T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250907T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250831T104905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T105106Z UID:35477-1757271600-1757271600@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Lowkey / Blues Kitchen DESCRIPTION:One of the UK’s most potent and electrifying rappers\, Lowkey is a towering figure of the scene who renews the old tradition of conscious hip hop activism. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/lowkey-blues-kitchen-2/ LOCATION:The Blues Kitchen\, 13 Quay St\, Manchester\, M3 3HN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Featured Events,HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/lowkey.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250910T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250910T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250831T110253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T111010Z UID:35490-1757530800-1757530800@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Surprise Chef / YES DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/surprise-chef-yes/ LOCATION:YES\, 38 Charles Street\, Manchester\, M1 7DB CATEGORIES:JAZZ GIGS,Live Gig,SOUL GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/SC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250831T101814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T101815Z UID:35473-1758481200-1758481200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Jehst / Blues Kitchen DESCRIPTION:One of the UK’s most iconic Hip-Hop artists – Jehst – takes to the road this year or a full UK and Ireland tour. \n\n\n\nHaving been at the forefront the UK’s Hip-Hop scene for the past 25 years Jehst has been pushing the boundaries of his chosen art-form while providing the blueprint for countless sound-alikes\, Jehst’s sound has defined a generation. With a discography now stretching into triple figures his career has been typified by a restless creativity and side-projects galore. \n\n\n\nPerforming all the best loved tracks from his countless incredible albums\, singles\, mixtapes and features as well as music from his forthcoming album. This live show is sure to be another highlight of one of the most accomplished home-grown rap careers. \n\n\n\nAs an MC\, producer and driving force behind his own YNR label Jehst has asserted himself as possibly the most influential rapper to ever emerge from these shores and this September with our help he is reaching as much of his UK wide audience as possible! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/jehst-blues-kitchen/ LOCATION:The Blues Kitchen\, 13 Quay St\, Manchester\, M3 3HN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Featured Events,HIP HOP GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/jehst.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250831T100725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T100905Z UID:35469-1758740400-1758740400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Lord Finesse / Blues Kitchen DESCRIPTION:From his 1990 debut The Funky Technician to producing for giants like Biggie\, Big L\, and Dr. Dre\, Lord Finesse has left an indelible mark on Hip Hop culture. His beats and bars helped define an era – and even fueled Fatboy Slim’s massive hit “The Rockafeller Skank” with one of his signature samples. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/lord-finesse-blues-kitchen/ LOCATION:The Blues Kitchen\, 13 Quay St\, Manchester\, M3 3HN\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/lord-finesse.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250831T105307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T105401Z UID:35482-1758826800-1758826800@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Sonnyjim + Beni Laylo\, J Littles\, Shortee Blitz\, DJ SQUAREWAVE / Stage & Radio DESCRIPTION:Sonnyjim\, Birmingham’s underground kingpin is touching down in Stage & Radio for the Manchester leg of his European Tour. Beni Layo\, J Littles + more are on support duties and UK legends Shortee Blitz and DJ SQUAREWAVE are on deck throughout the evening. 

Come check this hip-hop heavyweight this September and hear classic cuts from projects such as Mud in My Malbec and the MF DOOM–blessed White Girl Wasted.

Tickets are at £15 live now on Skiddle & Dice 

Tell a friend to tell a friend this is not to be missed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/sonnyjim-beni-laylo-j-littles-shortee-blitz-dj-squarewave-stage-radio/ LOCATION:stage and radio\, 43 Port Street\, Manchester\, M1 2EQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Featured Events,HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/sonny.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250203T024515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T024516Z UID:34705-1760641200-1760641200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Cymande / Albert Hall DESCRIPTION:Back with their first LP since 1974… \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/cymande-albert-hall/ LOCATION:Albert Hall\, 27 Peter St\, Manchester\, M2 5QR CATEGORIES:JAZZ GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Cymande-UK-SQ.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20250716T203023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T203035Z UID:35258-1763665200-1763665200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:DJ Premier x The Alchemist / O2 Ritz DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/dj-premier-x-the-alchemist-o2-ritz/ LOCATION:O2 Ritz\, Whitworth St West\, Manchester\, M1 5NQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260111T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260111T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20260102T002020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T002023Z UID:36132-1768158000-1768158000@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Daraa Tribes + Gnawa Manchester DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/daraa-tribes-gnawa-manchester/ LOCATION:Band On The Wall\, 27 Swan St\, Manchester\, M4 5JZ\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20260102T002330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T002333Z UID:36134-1768676400-1768676400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Ibibio Sound Machine DESCRIPTION:Fronted by Nigerian singer Eno Williams\, this incredible\, energetic band crosses all boundaries. Their sound is a unique clash of African and electronic elements\, inspired in equal measure by the golden era of West-African funk and disco and modern post-punk and electro. \n\n\n\nIbibio Sound Machine were founded by Eno Williams and Max Grunhard in 2013 with the idea of combining the unique sound of the Ibibio language that Eno spoke growing up in Nigeria\, with both traditional West African and more modern electronic musical elements. They linked up with Merge Records in 2017 for Uyai and returned with Doko Mien in 2019 and have gone on to win global critical acclaim. \n\n\n\nBar open: 1.00pmArtists on stage: 7.30pmCurfew: 10.00pmStage: The VenueAudience: Standing \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/ibibio-sound-machine/ LOCATION:Band On The Wall\, 27 Swan St\, Manchester\, M4 5JZ\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-01-02-at-00.22.32-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20251218T232543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T001712Z UID:36055-1769108400-1769108400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Lords Of The Underground DESCRIPTION:Lords of the Underground – the iconic hip-hop trio known for their high-energy shows and legendary collaborations with Nas and Pete Rock – take over the concert hall. \n\n\n\nThey made their mark with the 1993 debut Here Come the Lords\, delivering classics like “Chief Rocka” and “Funky Child\,” followed by Keepers of the Funk in 1994. A defining act of hip-hop’s Golden Age\, their influence still runs deep today. \n\n\n\nCatch Lords of the Underground live this January at The Blues Kitchen Manchester. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/lords-of-the-underground/ LOCATION:The Blues Kitchen\, 13 Quay St\, Manchester\, M3 3HN\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/lords_FB-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T200000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20260102T002528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T002531Z UID:36137-1769112000-1769112000@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Third Kulture EP launch DESCRIPTION:Third Kulture are a hybrid rock-rap band formed in Manchester. The dynamic trio are loud and unapologetically themselves\, embodying the essence of diversity\, innovation\, and cultural fusion. \n\n\n\nThird Kulture’s unique sound draws from all corners of their diverse cultural influence\, blending mesmerising R&B vocals\, electrifying guitar riffs\, and the cutting-edge influences of grime and modern rap with flavours of UK rave music\, dancehall and trip-hop. \n\n\n\nThird Kulture already have some noteworthy milestones; following the release of their debut EP in April 2024\, the 3-piece embarked on their first UK tour covering Bristol\, Bradford\, London\, Leeds\, Birmingham and Manchester. Third Kulture have supported the likes of Swedish grunge-rap duo Deki Alem\, Bristol’s punk-raver Grove\, and London based deathcore band Harbinger. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/third-kulture-ep-launch/ CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20260110T152712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T163048Z UID:36217-1769713200-1769713200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Kofi Stone (rescheduled) DESCRIPTION:Playground rap battles\, handmade mixtape cover art and a Birmingham upbringing are just a few of the elements that make Kofi Stone a captivating artist. His pairs a laidback delivery with substantial lyrical content\, touching on topics from family structures to the repetitive state of rap culture. Whatever he turns his tongue to\, his work with producers such as Jake Milliner and fellow Brummie Joe Corfield has shaped a sound that merges the best of ’90s hip-hop with golden cuts from mid-century jazz. \n\n\n\nTICKETS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/kofi-stone-2/ CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,JAZZ GIGS,SOUL GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/kofi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260203T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260203T200000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20260131T183146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T183148Z UID:36314-1770148800-1770148800@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Naomi Kalu EP Launch DESCRIPTION:Naomi Kalu is a dynamic multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter whose soulful sound blends influences from across genres. A vocalist\, acoustic guitarist and pianist  pianist\, Naomi crafts music that is both heartfelt and rhythmically rich. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n She has performed at a range of major events and festivals\, including Sheba Arts Festival\, Manchester International Festival\, Moovin Festival\, and Shy Fest II & III. Naomi has also shared stages with acclaimed artists such as Liam Bailey (on tour)\, Pan Amsterdam\, Jeremiah Ferrari\, and Lou Gold — performing both solo and alongside her talented band. A 2023–24 Sheba Arts Talent Development Artist\, Naomi has since flourished as a solo performer while also leading her own band\, who have featured in several of her headline shows at venues including 33 Oldham Street\, The Eagle Inn\, and The Carlton Club Her growing presence on the Manchester music scene has also seen her featured on Tameside Radio\, Reform Radio\, Fab Radio\, ALL FM\, and more. Naomi’s debut EP marks an exciting new chapter — a culmination of her journey so far\, showcasing her signature blend of raw emotion\, lyrical honesty\, and musical versatility. Naomi’s debut EP will be released on Friday 30th January 2026 The Copper Bar holds a special place in Naomi’s heart\, as it’s where she made her live debut. Doors open at 8pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/naomi-kalu-ep-launch/ LOCATION:Band On The Wall\, 27 Swan St\, Manchester\, M4 5JZ\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/naomi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260205T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260205T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20260102T003007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T003009Z UID:36139-1770318000-1770318000@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Bob Vylan DESCRIPTION:A rescheduled date from the end of last year\, with tickets still valid. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/bob-vylan/ LOCATION:Manchester Academy\, University Of Manchester Students' Union\, Oxford Road\, Manchester\, M13 9PR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Featured Events,HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/bobv.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20260110T160914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T160916Z UID:36226-1770922800-1770922800@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Verb T w/ Sammy B-Side DESCRIPTION:From his early days on Low Life Records\, through landmark releases on YNR Productions\, to his current home at High Focus Records\, Verb T has consistently set the bar for lyricism\, flow\, and originality. A founding member of The Four Owls and collaborator with legends including DJ Premier\, his music balances sharp storytelling\, classic 90s influences\, and forward-thinking production. Reuniting with Canadian producer Vic Grimes\, Verb T returns at the end of 2025 with a highly anticipated new album To Love a Phantom. \n\n\n\nThis February is a rare chance to witness him command the stage\, delivering razor-sharp bars and a live energy that has defined UK hip hop for decades. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/verb-t-w-sammy-b-side/ LOCATION:The Blues Kitchen\, 13 Quay St\, Manchester\, M3 3HN\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/VERB_T_4x5-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260213T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260213T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20260131T183410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T183413Z UID:36317-1771009200-1771009200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Brazilian Carnival: Gustavo Andrade & The Brasukas + Zagotinho do Acordeon + Bacana DESCRIPTION:The heartbeat of Brazil arrives in Manchester. On this special night\, Band on the Wall transforms into a temple of rhythm\, joy\, and passion — a place where the warmth of Rio meets the soul of the city. \n\n\n\nLet yourself be carried away by the irresistible sounds of Gustavo Andrade & The Brasukas\, joined by the one and only Zagotinho do Acordeon. Their music pulses with life — samba\, forró\, and bossa that make the body sway and the spirit dance. \n\n\n\nCaipirinhas in hand\, smiles in every corner\, love and laughter in the air — this is Carnival. The songs you know\, the rhythms you feel\, the night you’ll never forget. \n\n\n\nMore than a concert\, it’s a celebration of life\, of love\, of the beautiful chaos that makes us dance together. Come dressed in colour\, bring your best energy\, and surrender to the rhythm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/brazilian-carnival-gustavo-andrade-the-brasukas-zagotinho-do-acordeon-bacana/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260214T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260214T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T135600 CREATED:20260110T164525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T164527Z UID:36246-1771095600-1771095600@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Earl Sweatshirt DESCRIPTION:We host the globally acclaimed rapper on Valentines day. \n\n\n\nEarl’s new album\, Live Laugh Love\, is as thoughtful and surrealist\, and embarks on a contemplation of the chaos of existence. What started as a tongue-in-cheek critique of the irony in the phrase developed into a genuine examination of the nostalgia of joy and the simplicity of genuine connection. LLL charts Earl’s path to growth\, one that demands a constant wrestling with the past and aspires to return to such moments. “I named it before I wrote it\,” he says. “And then everything started clicking.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/earl-sweatshirt-2/ LOCATION:Albert Hall\, 27 Peter St\, Manchester\, M2 5QR CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/541496880_1183095520527859_182406623705336285_n.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR