SOUL AND R&B CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
SOUL AND R&B CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Soul and R&B Concerts in Manchester
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Pyramid and Parr Hall
Thu 29 Jan - Fri 26 Jun 2026
Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
King George's Hall
Fri 27 Mar - Sat 25 Apr 2026
What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Lowry
Thu 30 Apr 2026 - Thu 21 Jan 2027
Rob Lamberti - Perfectly George (George Michael Tribute)
The Bridgewater Hall
Sun 26 Apr - Fri 12 Jun 2026
GIVĒON
AO Arena, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
With a Rat Pack-style vibe and elevated storytelling woven tightly through his music, Long Beach native and GRAMMY nominated singing sensation Giveon is here to give R&B the re-up it needs. After landing stardom in 2020, thanks to his voc...Kenny Thomas
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
The multi-platinum selling, twice BRIT Award-nominated London soul singer shot to fame in 1991 with the Top 20 hits Thinking About Your Love, Outstanding, and Best of You. Kenny remains one of the most important and successful UK soul si...Murkage Dave
Yes, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Breaking new ground in both British pop and Black British identity, the east-Londoner who emerged through his own vibrant Murkage Cartel while studying in Manchester, explores socio-political, romantic and introspective themes, and observa...Sidewinder Festival
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester
Saturday 21 March 2026
Sidewinder Festival brings the best in UK Garage, RnB and Old Skool music with stacked lineups, huge crowds and pure rave energy....Eban Brown at John Street Social
John Street Social, Manchester
Saturday 21 March 2026
Eban Brown, the former lead singer of The Stylistics, returns to John Street Social as part of his 2026 UK spring tour. This is not to be missed....Odeal
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Sunday 22 - Monday 23 March 2026
Afro R&B sensation Odeal was nominated for Best New International Act at the 2025 BET Awards, being named Billboard's African Rookie of the Year, and earning major recognition from artists like Justin Bieber. Born to Nigerian parents in Ger...Odeal
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Sunday 22 March 2026
Afro R&B sensation Odeal was nominated for Best New International Act at the 2025 BET Awards, being named Billboard's African Rookie of the Year, and earning major recognition from artists like Justin Bieber. Born to Nigerian parents in Ger...MOBO Awards
Co-op Live, Manchester
Thursday 26 March 2026
The MOBO Awards are coming to Manchester for the very first time! Europe's biggest and most influential celebration of Black music and culture will take over Co-op Live for an unforgettable night of electrifying performances, powerful tribu...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...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'...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...
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...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 ...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...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...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 24 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...Olivia Dean
Co-op Live, Manchester
Saturday 25 - Sunday 26 April 2026
London soul-pop star Olivia Dean is one of the most original and versatile voices in UK pop. Crafting classic yet conversational hooks with genre-fluid tinges, she's honed a way of exploring universal themes of love, loss and everything in ...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Saturday 25 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...Blue
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 26 April 2026
The Blue boys are back in town! Simon Webbe, Duncan James, Antony Costa and Lee Ryan are ready to make new memories with the news that they will release their all-new studio album 'Reflections' on January 9th 2026 - the first taste of which...Rob Lamberti - Perfectly George (George Michael Tribute)
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Sunday 26 April 2026
'Stars in Their Eyes' live finalist Rob Lamberti has earned the title of the UK's number one George Michael tribute artist and has even worked on behalf of the late Wham legend for Sony Music to promote the album 25 Live. In a 2014 interv...A Night To Remember Motown Show
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Sunday 26 April 2026
Take a trip back to 1960s Detroit and be prepared for high energy and soulful vocal dynamics from show producer and director, Bizzi Dixon, The Voice UK finalist and West End Tour lead principal, harmoniously backed by the Motown Divas givin...GoldLink
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Wednesday 29 April 2026
D'Anthony Carlos, better known by his stage name GoldLink, is an American rapper and singer from Washington, D.C. who is best known for his 2016 single "Crew", which went 7 x Platinum in the USA, and was nominated for Best Rap/Sung Performa...
What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
The Edge, Wigan
Thursday 30 April 2026
After a sensational 2025 that saw over 60,000 Tina Turner fans across the UK singing, dancing, and having the time of their lives, What's Love Got To Do With It? is back and bigger than ever for 2026! This electrifying tribute show celebrat...Legends of Motown
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Thursday 30 April 2026
Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era. Undoubtedly the golden era of music, the ...Odyssey
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Thursday 30 April 2026
Chart-topping icons of Disco - Odyssey will perform their greatest hits from the 1970s and 80s, including "Native New Yorker", "Use It Up & Wear It Out", "Looking for a Way Out", "Don't Tell Me Tell Her", "Inside Out", and "Going Back to My...Roland Gift (Fine Young Cannibals)
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Saturday 2 May 2026
40 years since double Brit-Award winners, The Fine Young Cannibals (FYC), stormed into the UK charts with their debut single and album in 1985, lead singer, Roland Gift presents Fine Young Cannibals at 40. As they celebrate 40 fine years, ...Sugar Pie Honey Bunch - The Music of the Four Tops
