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Kendal Calling with Tim Burgess.The pundit and former Manchester United defender is set to perform at the festival at Lowther Deer Park in the Lake District on August 4 under the alias G-Dog.He told Geoff Shreeves on his podcast, Football, Music And Me: “I finished my football career, there were many things I did to put myself out of my comfort zone. I’m actually DJing with Tim at Kendal Calling, I mean… what the hell am I doing?”“I’m trying to wangle my way out of it,” he added.

Courteeners, English Teacher and Louis Tomlinson were among the acts to be honoured at the first-ever Northern Music Awards.The inaugural ceremony – hosted by the UK’s largest music therapy charity, Nordoff And Robbins – took place at the Albert Hall in Manchester last night (April 23) to celebrate northern artists, festivals, venues and industry figures.Presented by BBC Radio 6 Music DJ Chris Hawkins, the event featured live performances from Courteeners frontman Liam Fray, as well as English Teacher, Lisa Stansfield, The K’s and more.Guest presenters from the region included former Manchester United footballer Gary Neville, New Order‘s Gillian Gilbert and Stephen Norris, and Grimsby-born actor Thomas Turgoose (This Is England). ‌ Neville awarded Courteeners with the Band Of The Year prize. Responding to the nod, Fray said: “It’s really nice to be in a room with this much talent… but this isn’t about us, it’s about Nordoff And Robbins and the work that they do, it’s about music, and the way they’re changing lives with music and sometimes even saving lives with music.”The singer also delivered an acoustic rendition of Courteeners’ classic single ‘Not Nineteen Forever’ and a cover of Oasis‘ ‘The Masterplan’.Rising Leeds band English Teacher picked up the Best Newcomer award, and performed ‘Albatross’ and ‘Albert Road’ from their acclaimed debut album ‘This Could Be Texas’ (watch the video below)..@Englishteac_her commanding the stage with the first song off their album.

A Certain Ratio have been announced for this year’s Kendal Calling – and will be cutting their set to a special vinyl record for fans to purchase onsite. Find all the details below.The Manchester post-punk band are scheduled to play a show in Tim Burgess‘ Tim Peaks Diner at the Lake District festival on Friday, August 2.

Tim Burgess has launched a touring bag, inspired by The Charlatans’ single ‘How High’. Check it out below.The new design marks the latest collaboration between the indie frontman and the Manchester-based brand Hikerdelic – taking inspiration from the band’s 1997 single, featured on the album ‘Telling Stories’.According to a press release, the design of the bag comes infused with several decades of touring experience, and was designed based on Burgess’ time on the road.As for the spec, both Hikerdelic and the frontman say it has been designed with “maximum accessibility and adaptability in mind” – featuring aspects including a branded drinking bottle, power bank and designated compartments.

The Libertines have revealed which artists will be joining them for their upcoming Brighton show – with The Charlatans, The Mary Wallopers and more added to the line-up. Find ticket details below.The announcement comes just one day after the indie heavyweights announced their headline slot at the On The Beach 2024.

Johnny Marr and The Charlatans have announced a handful of huge UK 2024 co-headlining outdoor shows.Both Marr and The Charlatans are set to perform as part of the Forest Live concert series that will take place at Cannock Chase Forest in Rugelegy on June 28, 2024. They are also both set to play the Scarborough Open Air Theatre on June 29, 2024.A ticket pre-sale will be available for fans who sign up for The Charlatans’ official mailing list from Tuesday, December 12 at 9am local time.

The Charlatans have given an impromptu performance at Manchester Piccadilly train station – check out the footage below. The band’s singer Tim Burgess sang and played harmonica while bandmate Martin Brunt played a free-to-use piano that is situated on the main concourse of the station, near to Platform 10. The duo played a version of ‘Impossible’, from their 1999 album ‘Us and Us Only’ as well as 1995’s ‘Just When You’re Thinkin’ Things Over’ from their self-titled album.Thanks to everyone who came to our impromptu gig by Platform 10 at Piccadilly Station in Manchester pic.twitter.com/D2Eegz2ICU— Tim Burgess (@Tim_Burgess) December 2, 2023pic.twitter.com/8GesGDk7MA— Tim Burgess (@Tim_Burgess) December 2, 2023Posting the footage on X/Twitter, Burgess wrote: “Thanks to everyone who came to our impromptu gig by Platform 10 at Piccadilly Station in Manchester”.

New Order have announced details of two huge UK shows, set to take place next summer. Find ticket details below.Announced today (November 29), the first of the two mammoth headline dates will be held at Cardiff Bay on August 22.

Tim’s Twitter Listening Party will be coming to an end after three years.Created by The Charlatans frontman in March 2020, the listening parties featured invited artists who would go on to Tweet along track-by-track to provide insight on new and classic albums. This was in response to the first national lockdown and since then, there have been hundreds of instalments and two books about the popular online events.Due to the series’ success, Burgess was able to take the Listening Parties to Absolute Radio for six weeks, which began in March of this year. Speaking of the opportunity, Absolute Radio’s Content Director, Paul Sylvester said: “Tim’s Listening Party has become a phenomenon.

Johnny Marr was joined at his Halifax show this weekend by The Charlatans‘ Tim Burgess – watch them cover Electronic below.During his gig at the Piece Hall on Saturday (August 26), Marr welcomed Burgess on stage for a rendition of the track ‘Getting Away With It’.“We’re going to play a disco song from Manchester, from the Haçienda,” Marr told the crowd.“What’s even better,” he added, “we’re going to be joined by my friend – he’s a national treasure – Mr Tim Burgess from The Charlatans.”After the show, Burgess shared footage of the collaboration and called it “such a thrill”.See footage of the collaboration below.Wow! Such a thrillThanks for the invite @Johnny_Marr – maybe you can join us for a couple of songs later

The Charlatans have announced a massive 2023 UK headline tour that kicks off in November. Check out the full dates below.Commencing on November 24 in Newcastle, the British indie giants will also play shows at Sheffield, Bristol, Cardiff, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, London, and Wolverhampton.

fatal crowd crush that occurred at an Asake concert. The event — which left two dead and one in critical condition — ultimately led to the academy having its licence suspended for three months.Earlier this week, however, the Metropolitan Police claimed to have “lost confidence” in the safety of the venue and made a push for the location to close its doors for good.The attempt to shut down the venue led to backlash from music lovers almost immediately.

The Charlatans and Johnny Marr have announced an outdoor co-headline show for this summer – find all the details below.The two acts are due to perform at The Piece Hall in Halifax, West Yorkshire on Saturday, August 26.Tickets go on general sale at 10am GMT this Friday (March 17) – you’ll be able to buy yours here. Alternatively, Piece Hall members can access a pre-sale from the same time today (March 14).In a statement, Charlatans frontman Tim Burgess said: “Yorkshire crowds have always been among our warmest and loudest supporters and we cannot wait to play for them again alongside our good friend Johnny Marr.”Marr added: “I’ve played some truly memorable gigs in Yorkshire and I can’t wait for another unforgettable night in Halifax on August 26.

Tim Burgess has released the ‘Atypical Music EP’, which features remixed tracks from his latest double album ‘Typical Music’.The remix EP from The Charlatans frontman enlistS the help of English DJ and musician Andy Votel and Filipino singer-songwriter Eyedress. Votel has remixed two of the tracks (lead single ‘Flamingoes’ and ‘A Bloody Nose’) whilE Eyedress has delivered a new spin on the opening track ‘Sure Enough’.“‘Atypical Music’ is exactly what Andy Votel has specialised in over the last couple of decades,” said Burgess.

Tim Burgess has today (September 23) released his new, 22-track double album ‘Typical Music’ – an album he said he was “trying to create a wow factor” with.The no-holds-barred record is the follow-up to The Charlatans frontman’s fifth album, ‘I Love The New Sky’, which was released in 2020.“People are hearing tracks like ‘The Centre Of Me (Is A Symphony Of You)’, or ‘After This’ or ‘Magic Rising’ and going ‘wow’,” Burgess told NME. “They’re really excited by them.

Tim Burgess has shared a new solo single called ‘Sure Enough’ – scroll down to listen to it below.The song will appear on the Charlatans frontman’s upcoming double album ‘Typical Music’, which is due for release on September 23 via Bella Union (pre-order here). Burgess has already previewed the 22-track project with its title track and ‘Here Comes The Weekend’.This morning (August 23), Annie Mac gave ‘Sure Enough’ its first play during her show on BBC Radio 6 Music.

the Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) announced a new directory highlighting music venues that charge zero commission on the sale of merchandise. The ‘100% Venues’ database aimed to address the “outdated and unfair” practice of performance spaces taking a cut of acts’ merch proceeds at gigs.Now, the FAC have told NME that over 400 venues have now signed up, but a number of the UK’s large arenas and venue groups are still not part of the database.Along with former Joy Division and New Order bassist Peter Hook, The Charlatans’ Tim Burgess has been one of the more vocal supporters of the campaign.

Tim Burgess has announced a forthcoming double album, ‘Typical Music’, and shared its title track – listen below.The 22-track ‘Typical Music’ arrives on September 23 via Bella Union (pre-order here). It marks the follow-up to The Charlatans frontman’s fifth album ‘I Love the New Sky‘ which was released in 2020.Yesterday (June 6) Burgess posted the music video for the album’s lead single and title track. Watch the Kevin Godley-directed clip below.Burgess said in a statement accompanying the album news: “OK, we all know about double albums, right? Historically, they’ve been thought of as indulgent.

Tim Burgess has launched a jacket inspired by the one he wore in the video for The Charlatans’ single ‘How High’ to mark the song’s 25th anniversary.The track was released in 1997 and appeared on the band’s fifth album ‘Tellin’ Stories’. In the music video, the frontman donned a yellow and black jacket.“The question I get asked the most about The Charlatans isn’t ‘How does it feel to headline a festival?’ or ‘What was it like writing a banger like ‘The Only One I Know’?’,” Burgess told NME.

Liam Gallagher has announced details of an open-air gig in Cardiff in September.The former Oasis frontman will play a host of outdoor gigs this summer, including a huge show at Manchester’s Etihad Stadium and a pair of sold-out dates at Knebworth Park.Gallagher has now confirmed that he will conclude his summer tour with a show at Alexandra Head in Cardiff Bay on September 15.Support on the night will come from The Charlatans, with more special guests set to be announced soon.Tickets for Gallagher’s newly announced Cardiff show will go on general sale on Friday (May 27) at 10am, and you’ll be able to buy them from here.You can see Gallagher’s upcoming tour schedule in the UK and Ireland below.June1 – Etihad Stadium, Manchester3 – Knebworth Park, Knebworth4 – Knebworth Park, Knebworth24 – Ormeau Park, Belfast26 – Hampden Park, GlasgowAugust27 – Royal Hospital Kilmainham, DublinSeptember15 – Alexandra Head, CardiffGallagher’s tour this summer is in support of his forthcoming new solo album ‘C’MON YOU KNOW’, which is set for release on May 27 via Warner.Last week Gallagher performed his unreleased track ‘World’s In Need’ on Later… With Jools Holland.The musician was involved in a Twitter exchange with former Liverpool player and Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher yesterday (May 22) following Manchester City’s title-clinching victory over Aston Villa.After Carragher said that City, Gallagher’s team, will “never win the Champions league & Oasis are shite compared to The Beatles“, Gallagher responded: “Oasis piss all over the Beatles how many times did they do Knebworth?”

The Charlatans‘ Tim Burgess has said that Nottingham’s Rock City venue waived their traditional cut of merch sales during the band’s show at the venue last weekend.Burgess has been a frequent voice of opposition against venues that take a percentage of merchandise sales from artists, saying last year that “the whole system needs addressing”.After The Charlatans played the legendary Nottingham venue on Saturday night (May 14), Burgess tweeted that the venue had decided to give the percentage of money they would ordinarily take from merch sales and give it back to the band, saying it was “only fair”.Burgess tweeted: “An amazing thing happened last night. Rock City usually take a percentage of band merch income, just something they’ve always done.