James and Manic Street Preachers to play Live From Times Square series

An impressive line-up of support slots are also confirmed for the Newcastle series.

Last updated: 19th Jul 2017

Originally published: 4th Jul 2017

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James and Manic Street Preachers are amongst the names who will appear at Newcastle's Live From Times Square shows, taking place this summer.

The series boasts a stellar line-up of artists who will perform there between Thursday 27th July and Sunday 6th August. Singer-songwriter Jake Bugg is confirmed to play as well as the famous Hacienda Classical, which sees DJs Mike Pickering and Graeme Park collaborate with the experimental Manchester Camerata. Electronic group Leftfield and Beach Boys frontman Brian Wilson are also on the bill. 

Support for the shows comes from the likes of The Cribs, Seasick Steve and Peter Hook & The Light. Full details and tickets for all shows can be found below.

Thursday 27th July - Jake Bugg (with Sundara Karma and Cabbage)

Friday 28th July - Leftfield

Saturday 29th July - James (with Peter Hook & The Light, Milburn and Wild Front)

Friday 4th August - Hacienda Classical

Saturday 5th August - Manic Street Preachers (with The Cribs, Public Service Broadcasting and Dream Wife)

Sunday 6th August - Brian Wilson (with Seasick Steve and Martha Reeves & The Vandellas)