Bar/club/pub room hire recommendations? [06 Jul 2009|06:49pm] fraoch I'm planning on having a birthday party in September and want to hire a room somewhere, as my flat is too tiny! I've only been living in Manchester for a year so could do with some advice... It definitely needs to be within a short walking distance of Piccadilly, as many of my friends will be coming from outside Manchester. I'm thinking Northern Quarter or somewhere around Whitworth St/Portland St, but is there anywhere which does private hire on a Saturday night? I'm guessing there will be about 40-50 guests. 11 love manchester

Long shot? [05 Jul 2009|02:55pm] cyberry THis may be a long shot, but does anyone know a song that was in the charts reasonably recently, and did quite well- it was reasonably unusal in that it was almost like an old english hymn style vocals, without sounding old fashionned. Male singers I think. Cheers! 3 love manchester

I want to DANCE! [02 Jul 2009|09:39pm] cyberry Im looking for a dance class in manchester. I dont mind what it is except I dont want to do anything that needs a partner. I have looked at Sunshine studios, but im hesitant as I am an extreme beginner, physically, i wont be able to do anything that involves much strenght or uber fitness. And I want something relaxed in atmosphere. Anyone tried Sunshine and can review? Or recommend anywhere else that does classes? Does the uni do classes through the summer? cheers folks 18 love manchester

Dual Fuel [18 Jun 2009|12:36pm] pincussionqueen Hello people, I'll be moving in to my new place on Saturday and I need to get hold of a dual fuel supplier; gas and electricity and I've no idea who to go with. I've had a scan around and the cheapest seem to be NPower but they also seem to be the worst for estimates and generaly a pain in the arse to get hold of to sort things out. If anyone has any input on this it would be great, I've also heard that if you pay monthly by Direct Debit it can reduce the payments. Cheers in advance! 5 love manchester

[15 Jun 2009|08:52pm] bronzemedal Where can I buy a masquerade mask in the city centre? Street names/specific directions would be much appreciated, I moved up here a few weeks ago but still get lost on a daily basis! Thanks x 5 love manchester

TOMORROW IN MANCHESTER! LOVELY INDIE/POP/PUNK GIG! [15 Jun 2009|09:55am] stormsandcalm  TOMORROW! TUESDAY 16TH JUNE 2009! The Real Collective presents; LEMURIA (east coast, usa) The return of the lovely power-pop trio return to Manchester, almost two years after they first stole everyone's hearts and made everyone fall in love with their cute, downright adorable blend of punk and slick indie power pop. Now releasing records on Asian Man (including their most recent LP, 'Get Better'). Just, seriously the sweetest loveliest people making the most perfect music. Excited? You fucking bet. No venue changes, this is at Retro Bar. You got it. http://www.myspace.com/lemuria SURRENDER (west coast, usa) Awesome catchy and message-carrying pop/punk from San  Francisco. Taking cues from old peace punk like Crass and Chumbawamba and modernising it into an even more accessible and meaningful manner. If we're giving more contemporary clues, imagine if Fifth Hour Hero were making records towards the more- political-than-twee side of Plan-It-X. Ex-Crimpshrine and current- Onion Flavoured Rings, on Thrillhouse Records. http://www.lastwhiteflag.org BEAR BONES (hull) New band from t'other side of the Pennines, playing great melodic punk rock with the time-tested and proven win-fest that is intertwining boy/girl vocals. Lazy comparison would be This Is My Fist maybe? But it certainly wouldn't be anywhere near a bad thing if that was how they actually sounded. http://www.myspace.com/bearbonespunkrock GET SERIOUS (manchester) Mika Miko meets the Descendents, maybe? Shouty vocals, dancetastic riff after riff, flitting between anthemic melodic punk and short, jerky jangly not-disco disco beats. Ex-Postcards From Wakanda. http://www.myspace.com/gettingprettyserious HOT WASPS (manchester) The continuation of local scrappy pop heroes Lion perhaps, but with drawn influences from a little bit o'thrash, a tough of prog noodlin' and a penchant for all things pop and punk. http://www.myspace.com/hotwasps at Retro Bar, Sackville St Manchester. 7pm - £6 please (two US bands to pay, sorry!) 14+ http://www.myspace.com/therealcollective manchester

breakfast [11 Jun 2009|01:20pm] sarahcc Hello all! I moved to the Manchester area in February from Canada and will be here for another year and a half.  I'm loving it so far but I'm having some pretty big cravings for a good American-style breakfast.  Bacon, sausages, hashbrowns, pancakes, etc.  I know I can just cook it, but it's not the same.  Does anyone know of any restaurants, pubs, etc that serve a good American-style breakfast?    My stomach thanks you.   EDIT:  I should say that the pancakes are really the key part of this.  English pancakes are not what I'm looking for, sadly they are too crepe-like.  I am missing thick, sort of doughy pancakes, preferably with lots of maple syrup...yum! But keep the suggestions coming!  I love breakfast in general so will definitely check out some of the places you recommend!  An English fry-up isn't exactly what I'm craving, but it will do in a pinch. 18 love manchester

recommendation for affordable hotels? [08 Jun 2009|10:16am] hiro_chan [ mood | hopeful ] Hi. I'm going to go to Manchester again in July for my graduation. I still have no idea where to stay though. Because I'm going with my mum, hostel is out of the question. Could you give me recommendation of hotels which are not too expensive as I'm going to stay for about a week there? apartments/flats are okay too :). Much thanks in advance :D! 11 love manchester

Any recommendations for braiding/extensions in Manchester? [08 Jun 2009|09:21pm] trebor_ Any recommendations for braiding/extensions in Manchester? Thanks :-) 1 love manchester

Mastodon! [08 Jun 2009|12:22pm] little_cthulu  Did anyone see Mastodon on Saturday at Academy 2? I'd love to see some pics, my camera broke and I couldn't take it. Ta! 1 love manchester

breakcore nights? [29 May 2009|12:44am] sylaristic [ music | Mogwai - Killing All the Flies | Powered by Last.fm ] are there any regular nights in Manchester dedicated to breakcore, IDM, ravecore etc.? shit like Venetian Snares, Duran Duran Duran, Sickboy, Shitmat, Hoonboy, Otto von Schirach? not gonna lie, I'm pretty much a newfag to the whole nightclub scene, but I fucking love breakcore, so if there's a regular night dedicated to it somewhere, that'd be right up my street :) 3 love manchester

THE CANDYSHACK BURLESQUE PART FOUR [25 May 2009|10:55am] oliversbar LIPSTICKS, LASHES & LOLLIPOPS SATURDAY 6TH JUNE 2009 DOORS FROM 7.30PM TICKETS ARE ONLY A FIVER!! The CandyShack Burlesque makes it's return for another blinding evening of saucy, cheeky and gorgeous fun. We have a variety of beauties performing for your pleasure, including our resident princess, Suzie Sequin..... We would advise getting your ticket earlier rather than later, as previous CandyShacks have been very successful and we wouldn't want you to miss out!!! The CandyShack Burlesque has a very strict dress code policy - NO CASUAL WEAR!!! We want to see you suited and booted and as glam as you can be. Email us at oliversbar@yahoo.co.uk for further details if required. We will also be running a club night after the CandyShack event till the early hours of Sunday morning!!! SEE OUR EVENT PAGE ON FACEBOOK! http://www.facebook.com/events.php?ref=sb#/event.php?eid=97732074049 manchester

Cocktails and sunshine! [25 May 2009|08:36am] smoke_rising [ mood | cheerful ] [ music | Skid Row - Monkey Business ] Best place to drink cocktails on a sunny day with friends? Bonus points if it's got a nice outdoor space. I know about Pure Space already but have a feeling it's right in the middle of the Eurocultured festival... 1 love manchester

Tats! [18 May 2009|05:42pm] little_cthulu  Can anyone recommend me a tattooist that specialises in, or at least is good at, old school/new school syle tattooing? Walk ins preferred if possible. Any place to avoid? Thanks! x-posted to livejournal_uk  5 love manchester

Cross processing slide film [18 May 2009|02:53pm] anonomaly Afternoon all, Can anyone tell me if there's anywhere in city centre that will cross process slide film? I've tried Jessops and Boots in Stockport, but haven't had any luck. Should I just be sneaky and not tell them it's slide film when I hand it over? Cheers! 3 love manchester

[12 May 2009|09:03pm] missmary23 Does anyone know if the Pet Shop Boys show next month is sold out? None of the websites whether it's sold out or not. I'm having no luck on Ticketmaster (big shock!), but I'm wondering if it's because I'm trying at off times.. Thanks! 1 love manchester

Scu 2 - Champions League Final Night [12 May 2009|07:10pm] jeffthelion [ mood | frustrated ] [ music | Nope! ] Hi there, Does anyone know if it's true whether or not Scu 2 is charging £4 and distributing tickets to let people in to watch Manchester United-Barcelona in the Champions League Final? If so, does anyone know what the number is to get tickets (as it doesn't appear to be online!) or if there are any left at all? Thanks, Jeff :) 3 love manchester

[12 May 2009|12:49pm] gothadh Where would people recommend going for sushi in Manchester? I'm looking for a resturant to go to for an evening meal rather than grabbing a lunchtime snack! 12 love manchester

[12 May 2009|12:38pm] stormsandcalm   The Real Collective presents; Monday 18th May 2009 HUMANFLY (Leeds) From the ashes of Canvas came a rock machine so fierce.. gradually evolving into the riffing, epic and crushing monster that is Humanfly. Equal parts progressive, epic metal.. and relentless atmospheric sludge. Holy yes. Long time since I've put these gentlemen on in Manchester. http://www.myspace.com/humanfly TUNGUSKA (Dublin/Poland) People from Ireland and Poland who have done or still do bands such as Easpa Measa, Silence, Crowd Control, Antichrist and Mongolia.. playing dark and heavy crust-hardcore just how it should be done. Split 7" with Karaktermoord out now. Last show of their UK/European tour! http://www.myspace.com/tunguskapunk HAMMERS (Manchester/Switzerland) Bit of d-beat, bit of thrash, lot of rock. Hard-workin' punks playing Dark, bleak  hardcore. Split 7" with Jesus Of Spazzareth should be out for this gig! http://www.myspace.com/hammers625 LIE CYCLE (All over the North West..) Folks who have been or still are in bands such as Burn All Flags, The Autonomads, Dreams Are Free Motherfucker!, War Coma, Anxiety Attack etc, etc.. playing rad hardcore punk packed with thrash, rock and melody aplenty. http://www.myspace.com/cycleoflies  at the Retro Bar Sackville St, Manchester 8-11pm - £3 please 8.15-8.30 LIE CYCLE 8.50-9.15 HAMMERS 9.35-10pm TUNGUSKA 10.15+ HUMANFLY   http://www.myspace.com/therealcollective   manchester

[12 May 2009|12:25pm] stormsandcalm    The Real Collective presents; Saturday 16th May 2009 CHEAP GIRLS (Michigan, USA) Mixing Buffalo Tom, the Replacements, Husker Du and well, pretty much any influential indie rock or country punk peers and coming out clean the  other side with a record full of catch, lovable and memorable tunes that any of the aforementioned would be proud of, recently released on Paper & Plastick records (Shook Ones, Landmines et al) Just lovely. http://www.myspace.com/cheapgirls CHILLERTON (Portsmouth, Isle Of Wight & Cambridge) A band in which to practice, one of them needs to take a boat, and another needs to drive for several hours. UK heroes playing with their influences firmly on display - heartfelt and singalong gruffy punk. Ex-Jets Vs Sharks and many others. http://www.myspace.com/baileygregandjack ABOVE THEM (Pontefract) Too bloody good. I'm not even describing these anymore. http://www.myspace.com/abovethem GET SERIOUS! (Manchester) First gig for a band that hasn't even practiced yet. Party punk a la Descendents, X, Bikini Kill.. rowdy times. People you will recognise, getting drunk. Mostly. http://www.letuspracticefirst.co.uk/notyet at KRO Bar Oxford Rd, opp. Manc Uni Students Union. Manchester. 8pm doors 8.20-8.40 GET SERIOUS 8.55-9.20 ABOVE THEM 9.35-10    CHILLERTON 10.15+      CHEAP GIRLS 11pm       CURFEW £5 please. http://www.myspace.com/therealcollective  2 love manchester

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