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Listing Of What's On At The HMV Ritz, Manchester
 
 
 
 
HMV Ritz, Whitworth Street West
Manchester M1 5NQ (Map) Booking Number - 0844 847 2277, General Enquires - TBC
 
 
 
 
 
 
PALMA VIOLETS
Tuesday 26th November 2013

A rock band with some Garage rock and Psychedelic influences, their first single "Best Of Friends" was voted NME's song of the year 2012.

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STORNOWAY
Wednesday 27th November 2013

Stornoway are a British indie folk band whos sound incorporates an ever-changing selection of stringed instruments and keyboards. Their first album peaked in the UK at an impressive #14.

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SHAM 69
Saturday 30th November 2013

Punk legends Sham 69 bring their original 1977 line up of Jimmy Pursey, Dave Parson and Dave Tregunna to The Ritz. Hits include "Hersham Boys", "If The Kids Are United" and "Hurry Up Harry".

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THE BAND PERRY
Sunday 1st December 2013

Sibling trio, The Band Perry, is a country-rock band from Alabama that gained huge success from their debut self-titled album 'The Band Perry.' They've since released their second album 'Pioneer' in April of this year and will be touring the UK this fall.

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MINDLESS SELF INDULGENCE
Wednesday 4th December 2013

Mindless Self Indulgence are an American musical group formed in New York in 1997. They play a mixed style including punk rock, rock, electronica, techno, industrial and hip hop that has helped them form a devout fan base.

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HANSON
Thursday 5th December 2013

Hanson are an American pop-rock band from Tulsa, they are best known for their massive 1997 hit song "MMMBop" which featured on their album Middle Of Nowhere which earned them three Grammy Awards.

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DON BROCO
Friday 6th December 2013

After topping the rock charts last year with their debut album, having a sold out UK tour under their belt, being crowned Best New Rock Act by iTunes, playing the main stage at Reading & Leeds AND receiving a Kerrang! Award nomination. Don Broco are back.

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AIRBOURNE
Saturday 7th December 2013

Airbourne is the walking, talking, living, breathing, screaming, spitting, fist-pumping embodiment of all that hard rock has encompassed since the movement began.

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HAIM
Sunday 8th December 2013

Haim are a band of sisters from Los Angeles who's musical sound is most frequently compared to Fleetwood Mac. Singles for these girls include "Falling", "Don't Save Me" and "Forever".

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PEACE
Wednesday 11th December 2013

Peace are an indie rock group who received critical acclaim in early 2012 being compared to The Maccabees, Foals, Wu Lyf and Vampire Weekend. Singles include "Lovestick", "California Daze" and "Wraith".

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THE GAME
Thursday 12th December 2013

American rapper and actor The Game (Jayceon Terrell Taylor) comes to Manchester. UK hit singles include "Hate It or Love It", "How We Do" and "Dreams".

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BLACK STAR RIDERS
Friday 13th December 2013

Thin Lizzy announced that they would not be recording new material under the Thin Lizzy monicker. The last incarnation of the band -­- Scott Gorham, Brian Downey, Darren Wharton, Ricky Warwick, Damon Johnson and Marco Mendoza - would be looking to form a new project.

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THE DAMNED
Saturday 14th December 2013

The Damned's Manchester Christmas "party" gig is always a very special event, great songs skilfully tied up in a lively and well crafted colourful mix of alternative theatre, showmanship, humour and genuine character.

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OCEAN COLOUR SCENE
Friday 20th December 2013

The fantastic Ocena Colour Scene bring their Britpop stylings to The Ritz. They've had five Top 10 albums and six Top 10 singles including "The Day We Caught The Train", "Hundred Mile High City" and "Travellers Tune".

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THE CHAMELEONS VOX
Saturday 21st December 2013

Chameleons Vox is the latest incarnation of The Chameleons from Manchester. Arguably one of the most widely influential guitar bands of the 80's. Singles included "As High As You Can Get", "Tears" and "Swamp Thing".

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ALEXANDER O'NEAL
Friday 26th December 2013

Alexander O'Neal is an American R&B singer. He is best known for the songs "If You Were Here Tonight", "Criticize" and "Fake" and the duets with Cherrelle, "Saturday Love" and "Never Knew Love Like This".

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BILL CALLAHAN
Monday 3rd February 2014

American singer-songwriter who has also performed under the band name Smog. He is known for his work in the Lo-Fi genre.

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SEPULTURA
Wednesday 5th February 2014

One of the most important heavy metal bands from the 90s, Sepultura, are all set for an explosive show at The Ritz. The Brazilian metal heads release their new album 'The Mediator Between Head and Hands Must Be the Heart' later this month.

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POLICA
Saturday 8th February 2014

Fresh from wowing audiences on a series of European festival dates and the xx's Night + Day festival, the band will be releasing their eagerly-anticipated second album ' Shulamith'.

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MIDLAKE
Thursday 20th February 2014

An antiphon is a call-and-response style of singing, from Gregorian chants to sea shanties. In the case of Denton, Texas' favourite sons Midlake, it's the perfect title for a bold response to a new phase in the band's illustrious career.

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JAKE BUGG
Sunday 23rd February 2014

It's been a fantastic yeah for Jake Bugg, nominated for Best Breakthrough Act at the Brits 2013, as well as NME nomincations for Best Solo Act & Best Album.

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BLACK STONE CHERRY
Wednesday 26th February 2014

BLACK STONE CHERRY are preparing for the release of their fourth studio album in Spring 2014, by treating the UK to 4 very unique & intimate performances. Throughout the show there will also be breaks where the band will take questions from the audience in a Q&A style.

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SAM SMITH
Thursday 27th February 2014

Sam Smith featured on Disclosure's single "Latch" which peaked at number 11 in the UK singles chart. He went on to feature on Naughty Boy's single "La La La" which topped the UK Single Chart.

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THE SMYTHS
Friday 28th February 2014

The Smyths are a fantastic tribute to the Manchester band The Smiths. They are the UK's longest established tribute to these Manc legends, playing music from their catalogue ranging from 1982 - 1987.

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ERIC CHURCH
Saturday 1st March 2014

Eric Church is an American country singer songwriter whos debut album produced three Top 20 singles on the US Billboard chart - "How Bout You", "Two Pink Lines" and "Guys Like Me". Then in 2011 & 2012 he had two Number 1 hits with "Dink In My Hand" and "Springsteen".

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REVEREND AND THE MAKERS
Wednesday 5th March 2014

Reverend And The Makers are the brainchild of Sheffield musician Jon McClure, who recorded the original RATM demos with members of the Arctic Monkeys and Bromheads Jacket. The group uses a combination of indie rock, electro and funk to complete their signature sound.

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ROVO AND SYSTEM 7 perform 'PHOENIX RISING'
Friday 7th March 2014

ROVO are a popular Japanese progressive rock/jam band. SYSTEM 7 is the dance music project of Steve Hillage and Miquette Giraudy, presenting a unique combination of tech-house beats and live musicianship.

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WE ARE SCIENTISTS
Sunday 9th March 2014

We Are Scientists' 2005 debut With Love & Squalor was certified gold in the U.K. and led to a sold-out tour (the first of many!). Hit singles in the US include "After Hours" and "Nobody Move, Nobody Get Hurt".

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METRONOMY
Friday 14th March 2014

Metronomy are an electronic music group formed in 1999. The current band consists of Joseph Mount (composer, singer, keyboards and guitar), Oscar Cash (saxophone, backing vocals, guitars and keyboards), Anna Prior (drums and vocals) and Gbenga Adelekan (bass guitar and vocals).

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STIFF LITTLE FINGERS
Saturday 22nd March 2014

Original 70s punks from Belfast still fronted by the iconic Jake Burns. SLF's music combines lyrics that meld the personal and political, music that combines the energy of punk with infectious hooks, and delivery that rings of honesty and commitment.

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911
Wednesday 26th March 2014

911 are back! The UK went Bodyshakin' crazy in 2013 following the massive success of ITV2's The Big Reunion which re-united Lee, Spike & Jimmy. Well known for their catchy pop tunes and jaw dropping stage shows, they sold 10 million albums around the world between 1995-2000.

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DARKSIDE
Thursday 27th March 2014

The “Psychic Tour” announcement follows sold-out shows in Los Angeles, London, Berlin, Amsterdam and Brussels. DARKSIDE showcased their new stage show at the Grande Halle de la Villette in Paris and the Concerthaalein in Amsterdam

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ADAM ANT
Tuesday 1st April 2014

After Adam Ant's recent sell out show at London's Roundhouse and a successful 44 date tour of the USA, Adam has decided to embark on a 13 date UK tour during Spring 2014. Adam is best known for his 2 Number 1s "Stand & Deliver" & "Prince Charming".

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MATT CARDLE
Wednesday 9th April 2014

With 2 million record sales under his belt and a growing international fan base, the release of Porcelain heralds the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Matt Cardle. It's his first album to be released internationally and with major label backing across various continents .

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ALKALINE TRIO
Tuesday 22nd April 2014

Alkaline Trio are back for a mammoth UK tour early next year. Expect their trademark pop punk with a side of grunge! Singles include "Mercy Me", "Time to Waste" and "Burn".

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WRETCH 32
Wednesday 23rd April 2014

After his latest single 'Blackout' featuring Jacob Banks so rightly making its mark in the charts as his fourth top 10 hit, Wretch 32 is ready to hit the stage this April with a performance at The Ritz.

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MAGNUM
Saturday 26th April 2014

Influential British melodic rockers Magnum embark on a huge tour around Europe in April 2014 in support of the forthcoming release of album Escape From The Shadow Garden.

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IMPERICON FESTIVAL 2014
Sunday 27th April 2014

The Imprericon Festival will be touring Europe, and stopping at the Ritz for their UK date. Details of artists playing to be announced.

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NORTH WEST CALLING
Saturday 17th May 2014

North West Calling (Celebrating Charlie Harper’s 70th birthday) Feat: The Exploited + Angelic Upstarts + U.K. Subs + The Business + Goldblade + GBH + Dirt Box Disco + Crashed Out + Gimp Fist + 4ft Fingers.

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REND COLLECTIVE
Sunday 18th May 2014

Rend Collective is an eclectic collective of multi-instrumentalists from the North of Ireland. They came together as a few friends praying and seeking God with a desire to see an authentic outworking of their faith.

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CHAS AND DAVE
Saturday 29th November 2014

Chas & Dave wrote and recorded exceptionally witty songs about life in London, performed with a strong affection for all things English reminiscent of many of the great Music Hall artists many years previously.

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