SOUL AND R&B CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Soul and R&B Concerts in Manchester
What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Lowry
Thu 30 Apr 2026 - Thu 21 Jan 2027
Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
The Bridgewater Hall
Fri 27 Mar 2026 - Fri 26 Feb 2027
Man In The Mirror - A Tribute To Michael Jackson
Stockport Plaza
Fri 12 Jun - Sat 28 Nov 2026
MOBO Awards
Co-op Live, Manchester
Thursday 26 March 2026
With performances from Olivia Dean, FLO & Tiwa Savage, the MOBO Awards are coming to Manchester for the very first time! Hosted by global icon Eve and broadcaster Eddie Kadi, Europe's biggest and most influential celebration of Black musi...Thundercat
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Thursday 26 - Friday 27 March 2026
Multi-Grammy award winning virtuosic R&B/funk bassist and singer Thundercat is the alter ego of Stephen Bruner, a mercurial talent who is highly respected and much in-demand with his peers. Alongside his own solo releases, including UK Top...October London
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 26 March 2026
Indiana native (born Jared Samuel Erskine) is foremost a soul-rooted artist whose smooth, heartfelt vocals recall giants of the past - especially Marvin Gaye - October London is a versatile artist who also raps and is equally comfortable w...Marc Broussard
The Blues Kitchen, Manchester
Thursday 26 March 2026
Marc Broussard?s incomparable brand of soul has garnered worldwide praise from critics and fans alike. His mix of rock, blues, RnB, funk-pop, and soul coupled with his powerful vocals makes for a show not to be missed. His father, Louisiana...Northern Live - Do I Love You
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 27 March 2026
Keeping the Faith to the original sounds of the underground movement that started on the dance floors in the North and eventually swept the Nation including an 11-piece band with 4 lead vocalists performing over 30 original hits, expect to ...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Middleton Arena, Manchester
Friday 27 March 2026
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson - the man, the music and the magic. MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and...Leon Thomas
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 27 March - Monday 27 April 2026
Not to be mistaken for the spiritual jazz legend of the same name, Leon Thomas began his career as a child actor on Broadway, appearing in the The Lion King, Caroline, or Change and The Color Purple, before providing the singing voice of Ty...Unknown Mortal Orchestra
Albert Hall, Manchester
Friday 27 March 2026
The endlessly intriguing, brave psychedelic indie band from New Zealand, led by multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Ruban Nielson, offers break-beat, junk-shop charm. While legions of artists show fidelity to the roots of psychedelia, UMO...Oh What A Night! - Celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Friday 27 March 2026
Go back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons - now immortalised in the multi-award winning show Jersey Boys, which has been packing theatres worldwide since its debut in 2005. Valli'...Live Hip Hop, Afrobeats and RnB + DJs
The Blues Kitchen, Manchester
Friday 27 March - Friday 14 August 2026
DJs and live musicians play old and new school hip hop, afrobeats and RnB goodness from Kendrick Lamar and J Hus to Wizkid and Lauryn Hill. ...Space Cowboy (Jamiroquai Tribute) Live at The Empire
Empire Rochdale, Rochdale
Friday 27 March 2026
Step into the world of Jamiroquai at The Empire, where space-funk grooves, silky basslines and dancefloor swagger take over for the night....Luther Live & Velvet Voices
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Saturday 28 March 2026
Step into a world of soul, romance, and unforgettable grooves with Luther Live & Velvet Voices - the ultimate live theatre experience celebrating the golden era of R'n'B. This electrifying show brings the smooth sounds of Luther Vandross, A...Clara La San
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 3 April 2026
Visionary Manchester singer, writer and producer Clara La San creates a uniquely mesmerising and atmospheric space within alternative R&B, centred around a core of confident vulnerability. She first appeared in 2014 when her debut song "Let...Clara La San
New Century Hall, Manchester
Friday 3 April 2026
Visionary Manchester singer, writer and producer Clara La San creates a uniquely mesmerising and atmospheric space within alternative R&B, centred around a core of confident vulnerability. She first appeared in 2014 when her debut song "Let...Room At The Top - Guest Djs Geese & Danny Paton
Aatama, Manchester
Saturday 4 April 2026
Room at the Top Rare Soul ClubSaturday 4th April | 11PM to 4AM | AATMA, Manchester...TTI 50th anniversary ft luciano and more
Hq 232 Claremont Rd, Manchester
Monday 6 April 2026
The TTI Manchester invite you to attend our 50th anniversary with performances from Luciano with full band and a host of International artiste...Leigh-Anne (Little Mix)
Albert Hall, Manchester
Wednesday 8 April 2026
Introduced to the world on reality TV star-finder The X-Factor, Leigh-Anne Pinnock was quickly placed with three other aspiring pop stars - Perrie Edwards, Jesy Nelson and Jade Thirlwall - to create Little Mix. The group went on to be the...Brooke Combe
Gorilla, Manchester
Thursday 9 April 2026
Liverpool-based viral-sensation, Edinburgh soul singer-songwriter Brooke Combe shot to fame online with her bedroom cover versions, watched by millions. Working with The Coral and Blossoms and supporting the likes of Courteeners and Miles K...The Drifters
The Edge, Wigan
Friday 10 April 2026
Continuing the legacy of George and Faye Treadwell, the latest line-up of The Drifters are back on tour in the UK with a brand-new show, performing all the classic hits of the soul legends from the last six decades, such as 'Saturday Night...Zo & Tall Black Guy feat Deborah Bond - Live in Manchester (UK)
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 10 April 2026
When it comes to innovative takes on R&B, you can?t go wrong with Zo! and Tall Black Guy and their next-level creations that invoke the genre?s classic sound while pushing it forward. So what happens when these two guys collaborate? You get...Club Hive - All Beyonce, All Night
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Saturday 11 April 2026
A brand new clubbing experience from XS Pop dedicated to the Queen B, Beyonce. You will hear non-stop Beyonce from start to finish, including all the hits, fan favourites and tracks from ALL seven of her albums. Following a sold out Renaiss...Jordan Ward
Gorilla, Manchester
Sunday 12 April 2026
Over 14s only. A max of 6 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 6 will be cancelled....Jessie J
Albert Hall, Manchester
Monday 13 April 2026
With a body of work that effortlessly blends old-skool alt-R&B, upfront pop, and contemporary R&B, L.A. based London pop singer Jessica Cornish (better known as Jessie J) scored great success in 2011 with her 4 x Platinum selling debut albu...Miguel
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
Monday 13 April 2026
Boldly genre-defying, Californian singer Miguel Pimentel has been compared to the likes of Babyface and Prince for the way he incorporates R&B, funk, hip hop, pop, rock and electronic into his music. His single "Sure Thing" went 3 times ...The Drifters
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 15 April 2026
Continuing the legacy of George and Faye Treadwell, the latest line-up of The Drifters are back on tour in the UK with a brand-new show, performing all the classic hits of the soul legends from the last six decades, such as 'Saturday Night...Rick Astley
Co-op Live, Manchester
Friday 17 April 2026
Rick Astley has proven to be a consistently huge draw in the live arena. The Newton-le-Willows pop star's shows are a celebration, mixing the famous hits that he made his name with, in the 1980s, alongside current fan favourites. Burstin...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
King George's Hall, Blackburn
Friday 17 April 2026
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson - the man, the music and the magic. MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and...Totally Tina - Tina Turner Spectacular
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Saturday 18 April 2026
Shake a tail feather with the UK's favourite Tina Turner spectacular.... aka Justine Riddoch and her talented cast. Supported by her super-talented band and dazzling dancing girls in sequins, feathers and diamonds, Justine is the supreme Ti...Skye Newman
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 18 April 2026
With a voice that's both delicate and defiant, and lyrics that speak to life's messier truths, Skye Newman has quickly become one of the most compelling new voices in British music. Don't miss your chance to witness her magic live. ...Old town at Brick Haus
Brickhaus, Warrington
Saturday 18 April 2026
Huge gig for old town promotions with The Bad Actors and support from Containers, The strays and Billy Howard...Imelda May
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Sunday 19 April 2026
Exploring blues, soul, gospel, folk, rock, acoustic, cinematic drama and explosive balladry, globally revered Irish superstar singer and songwriter Imelda May brims with sensuality, emotional intelligence, spirituality and intuition. Del...9th Wonder
The Blues Kitchen, Manchester
Sunday 19 April 2026
9th WonderSuper Producer for Little Brother, Jay-Z, Drake, Anderson Park, Rapsody, Mary J Blige, Erykah Badu, De La Soul, Destiny?s Child & morePlus Konny Kon (Children of Zeus)For a very special one-off event The Doctor?s Orders bring supe...Bongeziwe Mabandla
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Wednesday 22 April 2026
Known as the enigmatic spirit of African Soul, South Africa's Bongeziwe Mabandla is a multiple award-winning artist who has recorded four acclaimed albums, performed on an array of national and international stages, become a sought-after cr...Hunxho
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Thursday 23 April 2026
Atlanta rapper HUNXHO slides through the vibes with grace, grit, and gusto. Between the laidback rhymes and silky harmonies, charisma drives his seamless balance of provocative hip-hop and bedroom ready R&B. With every move the American sin...Live for Student Minds


