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SUMMARY:IST IST + Desperate Journalist + The Youth Play
DESCRIPTION:Manchester’s IST IST return with their fifth studio album ‘DAGGER’ – the follow-up to 2024’s ‘Light A Bigger Fire’ which charted at number 25 in the UK\, breaking them into the Top 40 for the first time.  \n\n\n\nOnce again collaborating with producer Joseph Cross (Hurts\, Lana Del Rey\, Courteeners) the record finds the band returning to their electronic-infused post-punk roots after making a leap into more mainstream sensibilities last time out.  \n\n\n\nOver their decade as a band so far\, IST IST have forged a formidable reputation on word of mouth excitement\, amassing a dedicated cult following in the process. Operating with a fierce DIY work ethic\, the band have an ever-growing back catalogue of successful studio and live releases. Self-releasing their entire repertoire through their own Kind Violence Records label\, the band’s output has been championed by BBC Radio 1 and BBC 6Music\, Radio X\, XS Manchester\, KINK FM in the Netherlands\, The Times and more.  \n\n\n\nRiding the success of the last record into 2025\, IST IST returned to Europe for further dates and subsequently released two live albums ‘ON FIRE’ and ‘Live in Italy’.  \n\n\n\nThe band head back to Europe again in October for six shows in Italy and the Netherlands\, before playing UK for shows in Leeds\, Glasgow\, London and Birmingham to conclude the year. The band have also just announced a hometown show at the 2\,200 capacity Albert Hall in their home city of Manchester\, which will conclude the ‘DAGGER’ tour.
URL:https://thegothcalendar.co.uk/event/ist-ist-desperate-journalist-the-youth-play/
LOCATION:The Albert Hall\, Manchester\, 27 Peter St\, Manchester\, M2 5QR
CATEGORIES:Live Bands,North West
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SUMMARY:The Twilight Sad + Dreary
DESCRIPTION:Communion One Presents: \n\n\n\nThe Twilight Sad \n\n\n\n+ deary
URL:https://thegothcalendar.co.uk/event/the-twilight-sad-dreary-2/
LOCATION:New Century Hall\, Manchester\, Mayes St\, Manchester\, M4 4AH
CATEGORIES:Live Bands,North West
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SUMMARY:Theatre of Hate + TBC
DESCRIPTION:In 1980\, Kirk Brandon formed Theatre Of Hate from the ashes of heralded punk band The Pack. Joining Kirk on vocals were notable punk musicians Stan Stammers and Luke Rendall\, along with old school friend\, Steve Guthrie and Canadian born John “Boy” Lennard\, who revolutionised the band’s sound with his haunting sax lines. \n\n\n\nTheatre Of Hate’s debut double-A-side single\, “Legion”/”Original Sin”\, topped the independent chart in 1980\, and “Westworld”\, their debut album\, produced by Mick Jones from The Clash and released in 1982\, held the number one position for 21 weeks. The single taken from the album\, “Do You Believe In The West- world?” has become an anthem and is still widely played in clubs and on international radio\, as well as featuring on numerous compilation albums. \n\n\n\nTheatre Of Hate imploded in 1982\, with Kirk taking Stan forward to form Spear Of Destiny\, but the band has resurfaced over the years to play some very special shows. \n\n\n\nHaving been asked by John Curd to join The Damned for a massive show at London’s infamous Round- house in December 2014 the band once again joined the fray. A short set of dates around the London Roundhouse anchor show attracted rave reviews. \n\n\n\n2015 saw the band play two short jaunts across the UK in April and December both sets of dates wowed large crowds.Whilst touring the band recorded and released\, Kinshi funded by a fans pledge campaign – the first new studio album in 30+ years. The 12 track album launched in November 2016 sublimely linked the past and present to great press and fan acclaim leading to further extensive live shows across the UK\, Europe and the USA. \n\n\n\nWith a now settled line up of Kirk Brandon\, Stan Stammers\, Chris Bell & Clive Osborne (currently deputising for John Lennard) the band released two EP’s I.Sensou (War) & II.Heiwa (Peace) in 2019 which have maintained the ongoing success and paved the way for the bands latest and\, appropriately named\, studio album\, A Thing Of Beauty\, again funded by the growing fanbase via very specially packaged releases on CD & Vinyl. Recorded during the 2020 lockdowns and officially released in March 2021 this venture has already become a favourite amongst the loyal fanbase\, many shows to support the release followed. \n\n\n\nDuring 2023 TOH joined both The Mission and The Chameleons for a now legendary 39 date coast to coast of the USA\, sell out shows with The Mission in Manchester\, Whitby and London’s Roundhouse finished the year. \n\n\n\n2024 will see TOH release a completely re-recorded and re-worked version of their iconic 1982 ‘Westworld” album\, many many live shows are planned across the globe… \n\n\n\nLIVE REVIEWS “The setlist is packed with classic Theatre of Hate tracks\, from ‘The Wake’\, through to ‘Legion’ and ‘Original Sin’\, as well as ‘Incinerator’ and ‘My \n\n\n\nOwn Invention’. ‘Judgment Hymn’ soars\, ‘Propaganda’ roars; ‘63’ is flawless\, ‘Rebel Without A Brain’ kicks you in the chest. The quality of songs and their performance is relentless.” Alan Neilson – gettothefront.co.uk \n\n\n\n“We have seen the Stranglers\, SLF\, The Damned and Killing Joke go from strength to strength in the past few years and with performances this powerful and this spell binding it won’t be long before Theatre Of hate join them” John Robb – Louder Than War \n\n\n\n“ What a fantastic band\, playing music that comes from outer space and refuses to be bracketed. Every note conjured by the melding of dark and light energy into a fury of anger\, love and power” Juniper Gavin – Vive Le Rock! \n\n\n\nEARLY REVIEWS FOR “A Thing of Beauty” “Oozes every ounce of Theatre of Hate\, mesmerising sax\, haunting bass\, rhythmic skins\, slight but perfect guitar\, and vocals that make the hair at the back of your neck stand up on end…’’ \n\n\n\n“i’m lovin all the tracks for different reasons. It’s a blinding album and a great way to end this year on a high note! Long live The Hate!” \n\n\n\n“Did not expect that – absolutely brilliant from the first note to the last…sounds 2020 fresh but stamped with 1982 at its core…the range and depth of this maspterpiece should not be missed….stick it on\, settle back and prepare to be in awe of master craftsmen at work”
URL:https://thegothcalendar.co.uk/event/theatre-of-hate-tbc-4/
LOCATION:Kanteena\, Lancaster\, Brewery Lane\, Lancaster\, LA1 1QL
CATEGORIES:Live Bands,North West
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SUMMARY:Apparations + TBC
DESCRIPTION:Apparitions present their first ever weekend event. Expect goth rock\, dark alternative\, EBM\, industrial\, darkwave\, gothic metal\, italo\, ethereal wave and more. \n\n\n\n7pm-11pm Bands11pm-3am Nightclub
URL:https://thegothcalendar.co.uk/event/apparations-tbc/
LOCATION:The Peer Hat\, Manchester\, 14-16 Faraday Street\, Manchester\, M1 1BE
CATEGORIES:Clubs,Live Bands,North West
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SUMMARY:Blaklight + Spire Circle
DESCRIPTION:Strange events presents: \n\n\n\nBlaklight (Los Angeles) \n\n\n\n+ \n\n\n\nSpire Circle \n\n\n\n£12 adv £15 door7pm until late \n\n\n\nFuel Cafe Bar\, 448 Wilmslow Road\, Withington\, M20 3BW(nearest tram stop is West Didsbury or Burton Road) \n\n\n\nBlaklight:Los Angeles based dark synthpop trio Adam Collier\, Brian Belknap & Omar Quiñones. \n\n\n\nSpire Circle:Manchester based electronic post-punk & dark wave band. 
URL:https://thegothcalendar.co.uk/event/blaklight-spire-circle/
LOCATION:Fuel Cafe Bar\, Manchester\, 448 Wilmslow Road\, Manchester\, M20 3BW
CATEGORIES:Live Bands,North West
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SUMMARY:Lone Assembly + Ro Nova
DESCRIPTION:Lone Assembly are a Swiss quartet blending new wave\, romantic synthpop and dark\, melancholic post-punk. Formed by Raphaël Bressler (vocals\, keyboards)\, Glenn Le Meur (guitar)\, Jim Bodeman (bass) and Romain Segu (drums)\, the band broke through in 2024 with their debut EP That Never Happened — a release rooted in themes of grief\, emotional distance and vulnerability\, pairing ’80s cold-wave textures with sharp modern production. \n\n\n\nTheir forthcoming debut album Knots & Chains\, due February 2026 via Irascible Records\, expands on this world with thunderous basslines\, hypnotic rhythms\, reverb-soaked guitars and atmospheric synths underpinning Bressler’s deep\, resonant vocals. Known for their striking gothic-inspired visuals and growing reputation for powerful live shows\, Lone Assembly have quickly built a dedicated following across the new-wave and dark-wave scenes\, while retaining undeniable pop appeal. \n\n\n\nRo Nova is a London-based electropop artist and producer blending ’80s synth textures with ethereal vocals to create a sound that feels both nostalgic and forward-looking. Since the release of her debut single “do you think it’s fine?”\, she has received support from BBC Radio 1\, BBC London and Reprezent Radio\, alongside tastemakers including Harriet Rose (KISS FM) and James Threlfall (BBC Introducing). \n\n\n\nA feature with German electronic heavyweight Schiller helped expand her audience internationally\, following the album Illuminate reaching No.1 in Germany. Ro Nova has since toured Europe with Schiller\, including performances at Berlin’s Uber Arena\, and has collaborated with Grammy Award-winners Fred again.. and Kamille\, alongside sessions with RAYE\, MNEK and Toddla T. Following standout sets at The Great Escape Festival and London’s Scala\, Ro Nova recently headlined SJQ Dalston and will join Lone Assembly on their 2026 UK tour.
URL:https://thegothcalendar.co.uk/event/lone-assembly-ro-nova-4/
LOCATION:Factory\, Manchester\, 112 -118 Princess Street\, Manchester\, M1 7EN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Bands,North West
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SUMMARY:Rosegarden Funeral Party + The Empty Page
DESCRIPTION:Rosegarden Funeral Party has been making their mark on the international post-punk/goth scene since the release of their inaugural EP\, the Chopping Block\, in 2018. Since then\, the band has garnered critical acclaim from Post-Punk.com\, LA Weekly\, SF Sonic\, Dallas Observer\, and more. \n\n\n\nRosegarden Funeral Party blends traditional gothic sonic stylising with modern pop sensibility that supports emotionally evocative and relatable lyrics about heartbreak and healing. The band heavily focuses on spreading a message of kindness and loving oneself and others. Rosegarden Funeral Party’s music and message have earned them a devoted fanbase that continues to grow.
URL:https://thegothcalendar.co.uk/event/rosegarden-funeral-party-the-empty-page/
LOCATION:The Star and Garter\, Manchester\, 18-20 Fairfield St\, Manchester\, M1 2QF
CATEGORIES:Live Bands,North West
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SUMMARY:Strange Day: J:dead\, Strange Futures\, KK Verkefni & more + Strange Manchester after party
DESCRIPTION:Strange Day – all dayer & Strange Manchester after party.£15 adv £20 door including after party\nLive:j:dead Strange Futures (Bristol)KK Verkefni (Wrexham)Trianglecuts (Manchester)Mother Suspiria (Manchester)\n£5 adv after party onlyStrange Manchester DJs:Medusa (The Ravens Nest)Strange DJsMark Walker (Strange Manchester)
URL:https://thegothcalendar.co.uk/event/strange-day-jdead-strange-futures-kk-verkefni-more-strange-manchester-after-party/
LOCATION:The Grafton Arms\, 27 Grafton Street\, Manchester\, M13 9WU
CATEGORIES:Clubs,Live Bands,North West
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