Leena Sidat

1 week ago | manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Leena Sidat

As the weather warms up, the possibilities of what's to come this year feel more and more exciting - making now the perfect time to book in some great events to look forward to. This week, tickets are on sale for tours by major artists and bands who have seen huge success in the UK and across the world. Choosing to stop off here in the north west, local music fans will be able to see Little Simz, The Maccabees, Wet Leg, Rizzle Kicks, and more here in Manchester.

2 weeks ago | mirror.co.uk | Leena Sidat

Arsenal take on reigning European champions Real Madrid in a quarter-final first-leg showdown at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night. It’s the first meeting between the sides since 2006, when Arsene Wenger’s men famously recorded a two-legged victory on their way to the final. Thanks to a remarkable Thierry Henry solo goal, the team famously triumphed 1-0 on that occasion.

2 weeks ago | insider.co.uk | Leena Sidat

Family businesses in the UK come in all shapes and sizes, cover all sectors, and can be found all over the country. Many have been operating for hundreds of years and are deeply embedded in their communities, while others are first generation companies with much of their story still to be written. Yet, all face the same challenge when the current stewards near retirement age: can the family business continue beyond the tenure of the current owners?

2 weeks ago | manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Leena Sidat

Renowned instrumentalist and founding member of 2Cellos, Hauser, is coming to the UK this year on his exciting new arena tour. Entitled ‘Rebel Is Back’, the tour will see Hauser perform two exclusive UK shows in November at Manchester’s AO Arena and London’s The O2.

2 weeks ago | manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Leena Sidat

The weather isn't the only thing that's been hotting up this week; the music scene in Manchester is also sizzling thanks to an exciting slate of live shows planned for this spring and beyond. From indie rock five-piece Wet Leg and a fresh new tour by garage legend MJ Cole, to award-winning R&B artist Mario and a nostalgic trip down memory lane with Gary Barlow, there's something to delight every music lover in 2025.