Manning was formed by singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Guy Manning in 1999.

They produce an eclectic mix of music which broadly falls within the progressive genre, but in reality spans many different musical forms from beautiful ballads and folk-tinged songs through to awesome all-out rock workouts and true progressive epics.

With an impressive record of having a new album ready for release annually, Manning have experienced a surge of interest and support, with their album Songs from the Bilston House being nominated for Album of the Year by the Classic Rock Society.