From the opening night in May 1982 until its closure in 1997, the Haçienda became a cornerstone of Manchester’s cultural identity, a crucible of the city’s formative dance music and acid house scenes. New book The Haçienda Threads, written by Rebecca Hook, celebrates the life and legacy of one of the city’s most loved nightclubs,…
Photography: Mark L. Hill. Design: Monica McManaman The Manchester figurehead talks to aAh! about his experiences as an adolescent musician finding his way in the city. Before his time as the revered bass player for Joy Division and New Order, Salford-born Peter Hook dedicated his adolescent years to frequenting gig venues across the city. “The…
Featured image and gallery: Gracie Hall A sold-out Kendal Calling 2024 took place in the Cumbrian hillside for the 19th consecutive year this weekend. Titan headliners, Manchester prodigies and ex-England international footballers behind the decks, the hills came alive with the sound of music. Revellers with Thursday evening entry were treated to an early festival…
Sunday at Kendal Calling 2024 sees the return of the annual themed parade. The theme for this year is ‘The High Seas’, with fancy dress enthusiastically encouraged. From pirates and mermaids to sharks and squids, the crowd is awash with swashbuckling outfits. Any hints of festival fatigue following last night’s colossal headline display from The…
After a wet Friday night at Kendal Calling 2024, Saturday sees the sunshine return to Cumbria. Indie rock rookie Melanie Baker takes full advantage of the balmy weather to deliver a breezy, upbeat performance to a bright and enthused midday crowd. Kendal Calling boasts a diversity of entertainment, ranging from DJ and unicycling workshops to…
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