It goes without saying that we at Albert Hall do not take our position within Manchester’s music scene lightly. We understand the pivotal role we play for music fans and musicians alike, especially those trying to make their big break.
Over the years, we’ve hosted a variety of artists on their climb to much larger spaces, such as Olivia Dean and Tame Impala. This is the role grassroots venues up and down the country play every day for independent, emerging talent; they provide a stepping stone to a wider community and a chance to be seen.
We’re so happy to work in conjunction with these spaces to help artists climb to the top, and even happier to be celebrating Independent Venue Week by speaking to a fine selection of Manchester’s current students and alumini alike, kicking things off with underground two-piece SILVERWINGKILLER!
Which Manchester venues have you performed in so far and how has this journey been for you?
“Our first show was in an old DIY industrial unit in North Manchester — where a lot of local bands and friends used to rehearse. Since then we’ve played The White Hotel, YES, Band on the Wall, New Century Hall, Factory International, Deaf Institute, Rat and Pigeon, N/OM Club, Islington Mill, The Fuel, Kamera Ballroom and more. The journey’s been surreal — going from DIY spaces to iconic rooms, while still keeping that raw energy.”
