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Hope and Social

Hope and Social are renowned for making every gig an event; a band who...

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EndorphinMachine

Prince tribute EndorphinMachine are a nine-piece band dedicated to one of the most talented artists and astonishing live performers the world has seen. 

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Karen Matheson

Karen Matheson is best known as the lead singer of internationally-renowned Celtic supergroup Capercaillie.

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The Houghton Weavers

The Houghton Weavers have been entertaining folk now for over forty three years with their unique blend of popular folk music, humour and audience participation.

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Mike Sweeney’s Manchester Beat

Broadcasting legend Mike Sweeney and his Manchester Beat take to the stage in a show packed with '60s classics.

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Sam Carter

Sam Carter is a brilliant guitarist and songwriter who combines the observational with social comment and personal reflection.

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The Lindisfarne Story

The Lindisfarne Story is an affectionate and enthusiastic celebration of one of the UK's most original and successful groups.

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Marry Waterson and Emily Barker

Two critically acclaimed folk and roots artists collaborate on songwriting for the first time.

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Tom Russell

Singer songwriter Tom Russell returns to The Met with his new album.

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The Askew Sisters

Rescheduled from March 8. Emily and Hazel Askew are known as two of the foremost performers and interpreters of English folk music.

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The Good Lovelies

Canadian folk-pop featuring perfect harmonies and pure pop melodies.

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Eleanor McEvoy

Eleanor McEvoy is one of Irish music's biggest stars. Her song Only A Woman’s Heart was the title track of the best-selling Irish album in Irish history.

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Metro Jazz Spring Concert

The Met’s community jazz orchestra, led by acclaimed saxophonist Munch Manship, perform a highly seasoned mix of the best foot-tapping jazz.

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Bury Pride Rainbow Train

Join Bury Pride's first ever Rainbow Train on a trip from Bury to Rawtenstall and back. With music from Jess Kemp and Miss Vivienne Lynsey.

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Mary Coughlan

Mary Coughlan is one of Ireland’s greatest female jazz and blues singers.

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Claire Hastings

Glasgow based folk-singer, songwriter and ukulele player Claire Hastings performs material from her much-awaited second album Those Who Roam, featuring songs under the theme of journeys.

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Nick Heyward

Singer-songwriter Nick Heyward comes to The Met with an intimate acoustic show, featuring hits from Haircut 100 to today.

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Grace Petrie

Grace Petrie’s unique takes on life, love and politics, and the warmth and wit with which they are delivered, have won over an army of loyal fans.

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Dean Friedman

An evening of powerful, poignant and hilarious songs about the ordinary and extraordinary lives we share.

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  • Fri 26 Apr 8:00 PM

Kirsty McGee

This event has been re-scheduled to October 17.

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G2 Definitive Genesis

G2 perform classic 1970's Genesis from the 'Seconds Out' era and earlier Gabriel years.

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Children of Bury Create and Sing Carmen 2019

In this concert children from Bury perform material inspired by Bizet's opera Carmen.

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Sam Sweeney The Unfinished Violin

Inspired by his violin, carved but never finished by Richard Howard in 1915, Sam Sweeney has created a live show and album of instrumental music inspired by the Great War.

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James Grant

James Grant is one of the most renowned and respected performers Scotland has ever produced.

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Desperado (Eagles Tribute)

A two hour journey through your favourite Eagles songs from their first beginnings to their final album.

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Heather Peace

This special show will see Heather performing old tracks as never been seen before and fresh material from new album Hey Mayhem.

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Nidd

Nidd are a trio of young musicians from Lancashire, Cumbria and Yorkshire. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.

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Ranagri

An electrifying mix of original virtuosic instrumentals, haunting melodies, vivid storytelling and their unique take on old and new folk songs. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.

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Michael Walsh: From Stockport to Asturias

In this interview with Phil Brown, Michael Walsh journeys from learning the whistle in the ’70s to his research on Asturian folk music. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.

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Drop the Floor

The band is steeped in the Irish tradition and exude an enthusiasm which is constantly shared by audience members wherever they perform. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.

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Talisk

Their career trajectory in the relatively short time they have been together has been nothing less than sensational. Acclaim commenced with the coveted BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award in 2015. Part...

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Peatbog Faeries

A Peatbog Faeries gig is an unforgettable experience that invariably results in euphoric audience response. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.

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Big Whistle Festival Brunch

Breakfast chat, stories and music with a Peatbog Faeries legend; Peter Morrison. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.

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FARA with Steven Johnston and Catherine Ashcroft

Fara's music combines the unique fiddle tradition of the Orkney islands with contemporary and original songs and tunes. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.

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Jenn Butterworth and Laura-Beth Salter

Jenn Butterworth and Laura-Beth Salter have each been a presence on the UK folk scene for a number of years and now they're back for Big Whistle Festival 2019!

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Luke Daniels with Abel Selaocoe

In this first of four Kaleidoscope Music Memes shows Luke Daniels is joined by South African cellist Abel Selaocoe. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.

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Flook

Flook's music features precise acoustic grooves and soaring improvisation, all topped off with impeccable stage presentation. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.

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You’re My World

A Celebration of Cilla Black and The Beatles.

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A Blues Night at The Met

Featuring the guitars of Al Haynes and Tom Attah, the jaw-dropping voice of Kyla Brox and the harmonica of Mat Walklate.

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My Darling Clementine

My Darling Clementine return to The Met following the release in 2017 of their critically acclaimed third album Still Testifying.

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Còig

Nova Scotia's folk powerhouse Còig are one of today’s most exciting new north-american celtic groups.

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Whole Lotta Led

Tribute band Whole Lotta Led celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the release of classic album Led Zeppelin II.

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Eric Bell

Eric Bell was the original guitarist and songwriter with iconic ’70s rock band Thin Lizzy.

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Cara Dillon

Cara Dillon visits The Met in an enviable position at the very top of her genre.

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A Joni Mitchell Celebration Concert

Both Sides Now celebrate the music of Joni Mitchell in a performance of some of her best-loved songs.

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The Doors Alive

Tribute band The Doors Alive are widely regarded as the closest and most enthralling representation of the legendary 1960's rock gods in the world today.

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Gordie MacKeeman and his Rhythm Boys

Gordie MacKeeman exemplifies the term natural showman. An ace fiddle player nicknamed “crazy legs” for his frenetic loose-limbed step- dancing, he just loves to perform.

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The Sounds of Simon

The Sounds of Simon is a tribute to the wonderful music of Paul Simon, through the years as one half of Simon and Garfunkel, to the enduring success of his solo career.

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Livewire: The AC/DC Show

The hugely successful and unique six-man tribute to AC/DC returns to The Met.

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The Mighty Revelators

Original blues influenced by Little Feat, The Band, Robert Cray, T-Bone Walker and '60s surf-guitar master Dick Dale.

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Harp and a Monkey

Award-winning Greater Manchester-based experimental folk and storytelling trio who specialise in poignant, humorous and melodic short stories about life, love and remembrance.

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Hue and Cry

Hue and Cry celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their classic live album Bitter Suite.

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La Voix: Live, Loud and Fabulous

Larger than life La Voix dazzles with her incredible voice, natural wit and hilarious impersonations.

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The Clone Roses and The Smiths Ltd

Two of the UK's best tribute bands combine forces.

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Nell Bryden

With this tour, Nell Bryden has gone back to her roots and followed the traditional sonic footsteps of her idols Dusty Springfield, Aretha Franklin and Carole King.

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Colibrí Mexican Dance Showcase

Colibrí Mexican Folkdance UK are an established dance troupe of native Mexicans. This vibrant show features authentic music, dances and costumes from various regions of this amazing country.

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Dale Storr

Dale Storr is the UK’s leading exponent of New Orleans piano. Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster ride of the music and tales of the great New Orleans piano players.

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Pinked Floyd

A seven-piece north-west band who celebrate the magical music of Pink Floyd.

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Skipinnish

A unique and sublime mix of chart-topping, self-penned songs and powerful bagpipe, fiddle and accordion-led tune sets.

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An Evening of Genesis

A journey from Genesis‘ early Peter Gabriel years, through the Phil Collins era of the ’70s and ’80s and right up to their final studio album.

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Sharon Shannon and band with special guest Seckou Keita

The legendary Irish accordion maestro is joined Senegal's Seckou Keita for this special show at The Met.

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Blue Rose Code

Blue Rose Code is Scottish singer and songwriter Ross Wilson. He has been compared to John Martyn, Van Morrison and Tom Waits.

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The Oldham Tinkers

A rare appearance from the Lancastrian folk legends; an evening of dry wit and song with lashings of humour to spare.

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Fleetwood Bac

Fleetwood Bac are one of the world’s best Fleetwood Mac tribute bands.

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Kirsty McGee

Somewhere between jazz, folk, gospel and Americana there is an area of music that doesn’t have a name. Kirsty McGee has spent the past fifteen years mapping this place.

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The Stumble

A blistering mix of blues, soul and old school r&b, The Stumble have been wowing audiences with the energy and virtuosity of their live performances for the past twenty years.

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Wishbone Ash – 50th Anniversary Tour

It’s a remarkable milestone few bands have achieved… Fifty years of continual touring and recording… and always at the highest level.

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