If you’re looking for awesome live entertainment this winter and beyond, we’ve got you covered in our latest blast of tickets from SJM.
The hilarious Paul Chowdhry will be returning to Manchester in 2025 for his ‘Englandia’ tour, much to the delight of his fans.
But that’s not all; from talented vocalists to incredible indie rock bands and country stars, the city’s entertainment scene has something to offer everyone in the coming months.
Take a look below for all the details, as well as where to get tickets.
Finneas – O2 Apollo, Manchester
April 18, 2025
Ten-time GRAMMY® and two-time Academy award-winning artist, songwriter, and producer, FINNEAS, has announced the UK and European leg of For Cryin’ Out Loud! : The tour.
For Cryin’ Out Loud! is set to captive fans with FINNEAS’ timeless and emotive hits, amazing cutting-edge sound, and his signature rich, warm melodies as he embarks on the 19-date tour.
FINNEAS’ self-produced second solo studio album was born out of a series of live studio sessions in Los Angeles, bringing together some of his closest friends and peers into one room.
In contrast to his debut album OPTIMIST which featured instrumentals written and performed solely by himself, For Cryin’ Out Loud! sees FINNEAS expand his creative horizons, steering things away from the bedroom producer mentality to a classic studio/band environment. It has ultimately resulted in FINNEAS creating some of his most uplifting and raw work to date.
Tickets are on sale here.
Paul Chowdhry – O2 Apollo, Manchester
May 16, 2025
Following his intimate London show, multi-award-winning stand-up comedian, actor and writer Paul Chowdhry has announced his brand-new ‘Englandia’ UK stand-up tour for 2025. Kicking off in St Albans on March 5, he will perform across the country on 33 dates.
Popular for being one of the most successful British Indian stand-up comedians in British history, Paul’s career is marked by numerous accolades and groundbreaking achievements.
In a remarkable feat, Paul has completed his Family-Friendly Comedian nationwide UK tour from 2021 to 2023, which saw three extensions due to overwhelming demand. This tour garnered widespread praise, culminating in a sold-out run at the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2023, where it earned rave reviews and ratings ranging from four to five stars.
Paul’s influence extends online and he maintains a vibrant social media presence with his videos amassing millions of views. With his boundless talent and undeniable charisma, he continues to captivate audiences worldwide, leaving an indelible mark on the world of comedy.
Tickets are on sale here.
Oliver Anthony – Manchester Academy, Manchester
February 19, 2025
Oliver Anthony Music has announced his much-anticipated return to Europe, following a sold-out debut run earlier this year.
The new set of UK dates sees Anthony perform at much-loved venues across the country, including London O2 Forum Kentish Town on Thursday, February 13.
Oliver’s passionate voice, featuring an emotional rasp shaped by his personal battles, captures the despair of those living without hope, especially those who stay in small-town or rural America.
With lyrics that “give a voice to the feelings of people who often get left out of popular discourse and pop culture” (NPR), Oliver became one of the first artists in history to debut at number one on the Billboard charts, without having previous music on the ranking, with his hit single ‘Rich Men North of Richmond’.
Tickets are on sale here.
White Denim – O2 Ritz, Manchester
March 6, 2025
White Denim have announced a UK tour for next year, with a show at Manchester’s O2 Apollo.
One of the most incredible rock bands to emerge this millennium, White Denim have gone through rapid changes in the 2020s, and are now opening an exciting new chapter with the wondrous album, ‘12’, which arrives rich with hot tunes and fresh invention.
It’s always been hard to keep pace with James Petralli’s group, ever since they first exploded out of Austin, Texas in ’08 with post-punk bangers like Shake Shake Shake and I Start To Run.
There was delicious romance in the original trio’s line-up, and James duly raced on through shifting line-ups with shades of soul, jazz and southern rock, always with a feel of in-the-moment authenticity.
Tickets are on sale here.
Northern Soul – O2 Apollo, Manchester
November 26, 2024
Following the huge sell-out success of Northern Soul’s UK tour earlier this year, brand new live dates have just been announced for this November due to phenomenal demand.
Writer and BBC Radio 6 Music broadcaster Stuart Maconie, alongside the BBC Concert Orchestra’s composer and conductor Joe Duddell, will perform four very special shows in Liverpool, Manchester, Stockton-On-Tees and Birmingham.
Curated by Stuart and conducted by Joe, the orchestra will show-off amazing new arrangements, by Fiona Brice and Joe Duddell, of Northern Soul classic anthems – all with a host of very special guest vocalists.
Tickets are on sale here.
