From Beyoncé to Drake and Burna Boy to Lauryn Hill, Manchesters crème de la crème of DJs & musicians play old & new school goodness all night long.

Testing not only knowledge but willingness to get stuck in, let loose and earn the official title of The Blues Kitchen Champion - we're certainly not your conventional pub quiz... Each week we hand the winning team £500 to spend on as many Spicy Margaritas, Negronis and Passionfruit Zombies as their heart's desire.

For a very special one-off event The Doctor's Orders bring super producer 9th Wonder to Manchester. The Grammy winning producer responsible for hits by the likes of Jay-Z, Destinies Child, Mary J Blige & Drake is already a good friend of and firm favourite of The Doctor’s Orders this his first ever show in Manchester is sure to cause a stir. When not working with a who’s who of Hip-Hop and RnB he is a lecturer at both Harvard and Duke Universities. With a soul drenched sound crafted in his time as one third of Little Brother, 9th Wonder will be spinning a selection of his own productions and the music that influenced one of the greatest living producers. He is joined by one of the Manchester’s own soulful production power house, Konny Kon of Children of Zeus. You can expect a night packed with classic Hip-Hop, Soul, RnB from two of the most respected and in demand names in the world.

Having mastered the art of delivering razor sharp rhymes, Seedhe Maut have pushed forward the boundaries of hip-hop in India. Comprising of Encore ABJ and Calm, the Delhi-based duo are taking the industry by storm and are unanimously regarded as the next big thing to break in the rapid growing subculture landscape. Presenting Hindi Rap in a revolutionary new format, Seedhe Maut have surpassed 500 million streams, earned a double platinum single, and are rapidly becoming one of the fastest growing acts.

Grammy-nominated recording artist and producer Glenn Jones continues to captivate audiences with his soulful voice and timeless sound. His single “Love By Design” featuring Grammy Award winner Regina Belle debuted as the #1 Most Added Smooth Jazz Vocal Record in the nation, followed by the upbeat “You & Me.” Written by James Day and produced by Chris “Big Dog” Davis, Love By Design marks the first release from Jones’ highly anticipated album of the same name. The project blends smooth ballads and danceable grooves, featuring collaborations with jazz greats Nick Colionne and Kim Waters, gospel legend Genobia Jeter-Jones, and producer Chuckii Booker. With over three decades in music, Jones remains one of the most sought-after live performers. His chart-topping hits-“Here I Go Again,” “We’ve Only Just Begun (The Romance Is Not Over),” and “Baby Come Home”-are celebrated classics. His inspirational family anthem “Everyday” features his wife Genobia Jeter-Jones and niece Y’anna Crawley, along with Dave Hollister A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Jones began his career in gospel under Reverend James Cleveland before moving into R&B under the guidance of Norman Connors. His powerful tenor and heartfelt lyrics have earned him accolades across genres Jones gives back through The Love Jones Foundation, dedicated to youth education and music therapy. As he continues touring and creating, Jones remains true to his message: faith, authenticity, and the enduring power of soulful music Presented by Soulgigs. This is an 18+ event

There's never been a band from Manchester quite like The Slow Show, whose minimal but epic songs swell from gentle piano-led Americana to roaring choruses and string sections. These deeply personal songs about love and death have reduced audiences to hushed silence, even tears. Despite being under the radar in their hometown they have found champions at BBC 6 Music and Radio 2 and have played in Europe to large, sold out audiences. The band's use of choirs and a colliery brass band gives them a distinctly northern sound, but singer Rob Goodwin's deep, painstaking baritone sounds more like a distant relation of Johnny Cash than anything from the English North West.

This May, we celebrate 15 years of 'Take Care', the iconic album from Drake. A collective of Manchesters finest musicians come together to perform the album, paying tribute to one of the most influential releases of the 2010s. Expect a full live band bringing the album to life, with renditions of standout tracks including Marvins Room, Headlines and Take Care.

The legendary Blues Kitchen house band take to the stage for three incredible live sets. Expect to hear the likes of Aretha Franklin, Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Wonder & The Rolling Stones.

Aimed at the grown up's who are tired of partying with the young crowd, but want to still party to their fave R&B, dancehall, hip hop, house and UKG hits.

This May, we celebrate 5 years of ‘An Evening With Silk Sonic’ - the collaborative project from Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak. Dreamflower Collective - an 8-piece jazz-funk ensemble - reimagine the Grammy-winning record with their own signature style. Expect renditions of standout tracks including ‘Leave The Door Open’, ‘Skate’ and ‘Smokin Out The Window’. This event is not in association with Silk Sonic. Presented by The Blues Kitchen Manchester. This is an 18+ event

From Moscow to Moss Co. Fear of Flying to Fasten Musique Concrete. And, of course, FUSE Hamilton is one of the undisputed dons of UK tech and marathon sets. At home in heads-y clubs and on festival main stages alike. A selector's selector and a DJ's DJ who understands the art as much as the show.

This May Bank Holiday, we're welcoming DnB heavyweights Dillinja and Breakage with SP:MC to The Blues Kitchen club room. With a career spanning over 3 decades, Dillinja is a true pioneer and innovator of drum & bass, shaping the sound of the genre and inspiring generations of artists and fans alike. Moving effortlessly through styles from drum and bass to dubstep, Breakage has established himself as one of the most versatile operators in either scene to date. The set will hosted by the inimitable SP:MC, this night’s locked in to be a serious moment. Presented by The Blues Kitchen Manchester. This is an 18+ event

Australian-born soul singer-songwriter who draws musical inspiration from Marvin Gaye, James Brown and Al Green, and his sartorial ambitions from the likes of iconic cowboys and Old Hollywood male leads. In 2024, he released his first EP and has appeared at SXSW Sydney, Blues Fest Byron Bay, and continues to tour. Though West is new to the scene, it’s clear his star is rising––and fast.

Martin Stephenson & The Daintees is a folk-rock band known for their rich storytelling, catchy hooks, and authentic sound.

West London lands in Manchester packing slick garage cuts, house heaters and UK attitude. Nevermind mastermind P-rallel has already made 2026 count, drafting remixes from top drawer studio heads like Cottam, Djammin, Mileage and Bvnquet, taking over global afterdark institution fabric and rinsing it out on Rinse FM again. And again. Opening the party, we have Manchester's own Shadev Girls Don't Sync affiliate, versatile multi-genre DJ who always brings the energy across hip hop, deep house, disco, garage and more. Check her Unity broadcasts for a flavour of why latecomers will be missing out on this one.

Bingas output is somewhere between jungle, dancehall and UK bass, with releases on Exit and Critical shaping a sound that's both direct and hard to place. Through Pineapple Records, that approach extends further, platforming artists across scenes and bringing a broader UK sound into focus, now landing in Manchester.

Some cities have rave culture running through their blood. In Rotterdam, it flows through the river. The Dutch town needs no intro if you know your warehouse party history. And it turns out the town still makes 'em like it used to, with Stef Davidse responsible for some of the most slamming bass-driven tech on the scene right now. Taking influences from driving acid, golden era hard house, electro-4s and breakbeat culture, these are the sounds that shake venues and crowds to their foundations. As we saw at the WYLD throwdown at >nowhere back in March. Returning to Manchester to play another of the UK's most respected venues, the idea of getting down to this business all night long is beyond exciting. Basically, we can't wait.

The Ultimate Football Quiz returns to The Blues Kitchen, Manchester this June for a special World Cup edition. Whether you consider yourself the Pep or Pardew of the niche & niggly world of international football trivia we'll be serving up an abundance of hefty two footed questions, Who Am I? rounds, exclusive content and quality prizes should be enough to tide you over 'til game day comes. Not to mention the winning team takes home a £200 bar tab. Food & drink served throughout. Presented by The Blues Kitchen Manchester. This is an 18+ event

This September, we welcome Thee Sinseers, touring their new release Love Stories. The LP expands on the groups blend of soul and R&B, pairing warm, sixties-inspired instrumentation with deeply personal songwriting. Formed in East Los Angeles in 2019 and fronted by bandleader Joey Quiñones, Thee Sinseers have built a reputation for reimagining classic soul and R&B through a modern lens. Expect an intimate set filled with timeless music.