The class of 2026.
Manchester’s music ecosystem has always produced disproportionate talent and the current crop is as strong as any generation since Madchester.
Comfort – Post-punk quartet from Salford.
Jade and The Frequencies – Neo-soul songwriter from Moss Side with a remarkable voice.
Static Valley – Electronic duo with modular synthesis and Factory Records DNA.
The Corridor – Indie rock band from Chorlton with a distinctively Manchester sound.
The best events, restaurants, nightlife, music and culture in Manchester, curated weekly by locals who know the city inside out.
MCR is Manchester's all-in-one city guide and events platform. We list thousands of events in Manchester every month, from live music and club nights to restaurant openings, art exhibitions and sport fixtures across Greater Manchester. Whether you're looking for free things to do or planning a weekend in the city, MCR has you covered.
From the independent shops and street art of the Northern Quarter to the canal-side restaurants of Ancoats, the cocktail bars of Deansgate and the village charm of Didsbury. Explore every corner of Manchester with our neighbourhood guides, curated city stories and real-time what's on listings.
