Line-up for BBC 6 Music Festival announced

The festival will return with a range of headline acts in March

BBC Radio 6 Music has announced it will be hosting its annual live music festival at a series of grassroots venues across Greater Manchester.

The four-day event will run from 25 –28 March at independent venues including Manchester's Band on the Wall, YES and Eccles Town Hall Ballroom.

Performances will include sets from the likes of Bloc Party and DJs including Nick Grimshaw.

Grimshaw said he was "excited", adding: "These independent spaces are vital for culture and a space where artists are given the freedom to take risks, grow, and truly flourish. I can't wait."

Artists, venues and timings

Wednesday 25 March:

Thursday 26 March:

Friday 27 March:

Saturday 28th March:

Bloc Party lead vocalist Kele, seen here performing at Glastonbury in 2024

Tickets for each event will cost £16, plus a £1.50 booking fee, a £1.50 venue restoration levy and a £1.25 handling fee per transaction.

A maximum purchase of four tickets per event will apply and all ticket holders must be over 18.

Festival coverage across the four days will be broadcast on BBC Radio 6 and BBC Sounds.

Grammy-nominated Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett

The Radio Manchester Breakfast Show with Joe McGrath will continue to follow the festival from Friday 27 March at 06:00.

Samantha Moy, head of 6 Music, said: "Independent grassroots venues are vital to the UK's music ecosystem and at 6 Music, we're proud to support what they do.

"So, it makes sense for the next evolution of the 6 Music Festival to take place in these special spaces, collaborating with new partners and celebrating Manchester's incredible music legacy, as well as the next generation of artists."

Mayor Andy Burnham added: "Greater Manchester's music scene has always been driven by its grassroots venues and independent spirit.

"They're vital to nurturing new talent and keeping our cultural life vibrant."

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