Alex Mancini, attended MAPAS – (Music and Performing Arts – Salford) from 11-16 years old, where he was part of […]
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Salford University Chancellor hosted online Christmas festival special ‘Makar to Cracker’
University of Salford Chancellor, Jackie Kay CBE, hosted an online Christmas festival last night, Makar to Cracker. The Scottish poet, […]
“He looked like someone who wanted to be in a band”- Meet ‘The Cavs’, indie-rock band with Eccles roots
Laid-back local lads, ‘The Cavs’, are a five-piece indie-rock band with roots in Eccles, Salford. The band members are: (Absent […]
“It’s a big metaphor for a battle” – Trio of Salford artists create electro-pop music video
Three Salford artists have overcome Covid-19 restrictions to produce a music video. Ewan Job, Harrison Jones and Jack Jameson have […]
‘The perfect blend of indie, pop and garage’ – Interview with Hates Talking
There are many famous bands and musicians from Salford, such as the Happy Mondays and Joy Division. One hopeful and […]
“I’m happy to play my part” The singer unveiling her new song to raise money for a Salford charity
Singer Freya Beer is raising money for Salford Loaves and Fishes by performing her new song as part of a […]
Meet the Salford students who have made it as BBC Radio One hosts
A Salford student and two Salford University graduates have been chosen from thousands of applicants to host their own BBC Radio […]
“It feels like a real honour to be able to perform her material and pay tribute to her in this way” – ‘Victorious’ the musical comes to Salford in April
Hannah Brackenbury will resume her on-stage tribute to the late Victoria Woods in early 2021. Brighton-based comedy songwriter and performer […]
“I think that’s important that we get creative again” – MAPAS moves annual Christmas showcase online
Music and Performing Arts Salford is hosting a Virtual Christmas Celebration Concert to comply with coronavirus restrictions later this month.
“When gigs start up again, they’re going to be busy” – St. Peter’s Dream on the future of indie gigs
‘St. Peter’s Dream’ is an up and coming Indie/Rock band that I had the pleasure of watching at The Old […]
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Salford’s new Ceremonial Mayor and Mayoress sworn in
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“We decided to grab the bull by the horns and launch in January” Rugby League Swinton Lionesses prepare for training post-Covid
“It’s a real boost for the club” – Irlam FC ground gets upgrade
Ashley Eastham “convinced” Salford City can catch teams at the top
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“It’s always been in me; I’ve always been a bit of a drama queen” – In conversation with Salford graduate Lynn Roden
Swinton group offering free art kits for Salford kids stuck at home
Fanny’s Fairies – Christmas decorations made out of knickers!
Local Boy-band Unknown Refuge release new single ‘If The Gods Be Good’
“I had all of these ideas in my head for different characters” – Salford born Coronation Street star Catherine Tyldesley writes and stars in her own play