Autumn/Winter Highlights at The Ruby Lounge

With a wide variation between garage rock, 60’s-esque psychedelics, captivating female singer/songwriters, and an MC thrown into the mix, The Ruby Lounge proves once again why it is a firm favourite in the Manchester live music circuit.

As those summer nights have drawn to a close, now is the time to submerge ourselves in current musical talents, and where better to start:

The Icarus Line

Tuesday 11th October

American hard-rock garage troupe The Icarus Line are back and ready to showcase their new album offering ‘Wildfire’. Not denying that the material has been blood, sweat and tears, Icarus Line are promising to bring their rattling, rampaging adolescent anger to The Ruby Lounge for one hell of a night.

The Icarus Line Tickets 

DELS

Wednesday 12th October

Gaining notice and critical acclaim, DELS is a talented rapper who designs hi own artwork and videos. Previous singles have earned him high praise and invaluable media coverage. His recent album saw production by Kwes, Micachu and Joe Goddard, cementing the fact that he is one to watch.

DELS tickets

The Blood Arm

Thursday 13th October

American four-piece The Blood Arm have been in good company when touring the UK with support slots with the likes of Maximo Park, Hot Hot Heat, The Killers, The Sunshine Underground…but this time they are doing it alone. Cited as one of Franz Ferdinand’s favourite bands, this is not an event to be snubbed.

The Blood Arm Tickets 

Karima Francis

Friday 14th October

Karima Francis is already a household name in the eyes of regular Manchester music lovers. Her uncompromising and deeply personal lyrics coupled with her remarkable voice and intimate performances stick in the memories of all who are lucky to experience her gigs.

Karima Francis tickets 

Zun Zun Egui

Wednesday 19th October

Bristol band Zun Zun Egui stand out in the new generation of rock musicians fused with world music. African beats, heavy rock and avant-garde jazz make up an outfit like no other. If you like to dance, you will like Zun Zun Egui.

Zun Zun Egui tickets

Sons & Daughters

Sunday 23rd October

To coincide with the release of new single ‘Rose Red’, Sons & Daughters will be touring the UK. With post-rock and an undertone of folk instruments, they have a menacing and thought provoking way with music that is highlighted with the captivating vocals of Adele Bethel. With support coming from Peggy-Sue and Bonfires, this is most definitely going to be one of the gigs of the year.

Sons & Daughters tickets

The Birthday Suit

Wednesday 26th October

Returning with some of his most passionate, fiery and powerful material yet, Idlewild’s Rod Jones brings his new band The Birthday Suit to The Ruby Lounge. Reminiscent of early Idlewild, The Birthday Suit collectively houses some of the best songs the Jones has ever written.

The Birthday Suit tickets

Man Like Me

Thursday 27th October

You may have seen Man Like Me using their kitchen selling skills in the recent IKEA adverts. You’ll not always ‘find them in the kitchen at parties’ as they will be bringing their own party to The Ruby Lounge. Named as the ‘best damn live act in the UK’ the event should be pretty special.

Man Like Me tickets 

Baxter Dury

Tuesday 1st November

Son of Ian Dury, of The Blockheads, Baxter Dury will be breaking from his fathers punk mould with his semi-autobiographical music which is full of terrific, understated, post-modern electro tinged pop songs. Baxter’s funny, witty and understated lyrics will leave the audience captivated.

Baxter Dury tickets

Amy LaVere

Tuesday 8th November

Blending classic, country, gypsy jazz and southern soul, American songstress Amy LaVere has captivated audiences time after time. Receiving vast amounts of critical acclaim, her voice is smouldering and unique and her music enchanting.

Amy LaVere tickets 

Agnes Obel

Wednesday 9th November

Danish singer/songwriter Agnes Obel writes, plays, sings, records and produces all her own material. Delicate and haunting melodies coupled with her tender, dusky vocal makes Obel a must see talent, especially to those whom are fans of Laura Marling and new sensation Lana Del Ray.

Agnew Obel tickets

The Moons

Thursday 17th November

Praised by the likes of Weller, The Kinks, The Coral and The Zombies. British Indie-rock band The Moons are back to do what they do best. Energetic and vibrant performances give a much-needed psych-energy to the current guitar scene.

The Moons tickets

The Webb Sisters

Sunday 20th November

Impressively having toured vigorously with Leonard Cohen, The Webb Sisters perform the most delicate of songs with guitars, mandolins and harps. Hushed, magical and angelic, the sisters are well known to involve the audience in their intimate, memorable and beautiful performances.

The Webb Sisters tickets

Words: Jo Waddington

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