Blossoms, Hard-Fi, Jake Bugg and Circa Waves are set to play a huge show in Manchester to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Radio X. Find all the details below.
The British radio station, which focuses on indie and rock music, was formerly known as XFM, before being rebranded to Radio X in 2015, and, to mark a decade on-air, the channel is hosting a one-off gig dubbed Radio X Is Ten Live With Škoda.
The show will take place at the iconic O2 Apollo Manchester on Monday November 3, with Blossoms, Hardi Fi, Jake Bugg, and Circa Waves are all scheduled to perform live. Radio X’s Sunta Templeton providing the tunes with DJ sets between the slots.
Matt Deverson, Managing Editor of Radio X, said: “This is a landmark moment for Radio X. For 10 incredible years, we’ve delivered to our loyal and dedicated listeners the biggest tunes, unforgettable guests, and our unique blend of charm and swagger.
“We wanted to celebrate this milestone together with our audience, and I’m thrilled that we get to do this in one of British guitar music’s most iconic cities: Manchester.”
He added: “Get ready to bounce – this will be an unforgettable night of massive tunes, an electric atmosphere, and a celebration worthy of a decade of Radio X!”
Radio X listeners who are logged into Global Player will get access to an exclusive pre-sale at 9am BST this Wednesday (September 24). A general sale will follow at the same time on Friday (26) via Global Player.
Those hoping to secure tickets are required to download Global Player – the official Radio X app on their smartphone or tablet. You can do so for free through Apple’s App Store or Google Play.
An official listing reads: “Taking place in Manchester, the gig will connect Radio X listeners with a city renowned for its rich heritage and influence on modern rock and indie culture.
“For decades, Manchester has continued to shape British music, producing iconic bands like Oasis, The Smiths, Joy Division, The Stone Roses, Happy Mondays, New Order and countless other artists whose legacy Radio X proudly keeps alive today.”
Blossoms released their fifth and latest album, ‘Gary’, in September 2024 before sharing a deluxe edition this May. Hard-Fi, meanwhile, are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut record ‘Stars Of CCTV’. They’ll also support The Sunshine Underground at a big reunion show in Leeds next summer.
Jake Bugg’s sixth LP ‘A Modern Day Distraction’ arrived last year. Circa Waves’ next album ‘Death & Love Pt.2’ is set for release next month, following on from this year’s ‘Death & Love Pt.1’.
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