Manchester Events Guide: Music Night at Media City Studios
If you're after a proper night of live music in Manchester this October, JayaHadADream, OneDa, Che3kz, and Lady Ice are bringing serious talent to Media City Studios on Friday 9 October. This is a cracking lineup of emerging artists that'll give you a genuine taste of what's happening in the Manchester music scene right now, and at £18 a ticket, it's decent value for a full evening's entertainment. The 14+ age restriction makes it accessible for younger music fans too, so it's worth bringing mates along.
Media City Studios sits right in the heart of Salford Quays, one of Manchester's most vibrant cultural hubs that's transformed over the past decade. The venue itself has hosted everything from major productions to intimate gigs, and the atmosphere here is always electric. You're in a proper creative quarter with bars and restaurants nearby if you fancy grabbing food before or after the show.
Getting to Media City is straightforward – the Metrolink stops right there, and there's plenty of parking if you're driving. Doors open at 5pm, so arrive early to soak up the pre-gig buzz and grab a drink. Expect an intimate crowd of music lovers who actually care about discovering new sounds, so it's perfect if you want to catch talented acts before they blow up bigger.
