Manchester, GB
Manchester is widely regarded as the UK's music capital¹, with a rich musical heritage spanning decades. The city generated £390 million in music industry economic impact in 2022², supporting nearly 10,000 jobs. Home to 215 music venues³, Manchester birthed iconic bands including The Smiths, Oasis, Joy Division, New Order, and The Stone Roses. The city's diverse music scene encompasses everything from the 1960s beat movement to the famous 'Madchester' scene of the late 1980s, cementing its position as a global music powerhouse.
Manchester, GB
Manchester is widely regarded as the UK's music capital¹, with a rich musical heritage spanning decades. The city generated £390 million in music industry economic impact in 2022², supporting nearly 10,000 jobs. Home to 215 music venues³, Manchester birthed iconic bands including The Smiths, Oasis, Joy Division, New Order, and The Stone Roses. The city's diverse music scene encompasses everything from the 1960s beat movement to the famous 'Madchester' scene of the late 1980s, cementing its position as a global music powerhouse.
Manchester, GB
Manchester is widely regarded as the UK's music capital¹, with a rich musical heritage spanning decades. The city generated £390 million in music industry economic impact in 2022², supporting nearly 10,000 jobs. Home to 215 music venues³, Manchester birthed iconic bands including The Smiths, Oasis, Joy Division, New Order, and The Stone Roses. The city's diverse music scene encompasses everything from the 1960s beat movement to the famous 'Madchester' scene of the late 1980s, cementing its position as a global music powerhouse.
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