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Johnny Campbell performing at the Working Class Movement Library, Salford,

Songwriters Joe Solo and Johnny Campbell celebrate Engels Week at Working Class Movement Library

By Eddie Toomer-McAlpine | November 29, 2022Review

The Working Class Movement Library celebrated Engels Week last Thursday (24 November) with an evening of empowering songs by Joe Solo and Johnny Campbell.

Courtyard outside Islington Mill, photo taken by Terekhova on Flickr

Three Manchester events this fortnight: Socialism & Trade Unionism 15 Nov, Organising for a New Education 19 Nov, UCU Strike Fundraiser 26 Nov

By Katy Preen | November 11, 2022Culture

Get your tickets now for these three events coming up in November 2022 in Manchester.

Bluedot

Bluedot addresses the elephant in the field while keeping the music alive

By Gary Roberts | July 30, 2022Culture

Bluedot claims the festival ‘eco-crown’ not just for having a range of initiatives to cut emissions and waste, but also by offering a genuine attempt to inform, educate and influence its audience.

Bury New Road project image

Would you like to see a statue of John Cooper Clarke on Bury New Road?

By Conrad Bower | January 20, 2022Culture

The Bury New Road heritage project aims to highlight the hidden away cultural gems the area has to offer.

Ole Kirkeng playing at Night and Day

Legendary Manchester music venue Night and Day turns 30

By Gary Roberts | November 20, 2021Culture

Night and Day in Manchester is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Gary Roberts reflects on the venues illustrious past and the great acts lined up for the future.

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