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Heaven 17 Perform Penthouse and Pavement in Manchester
O2 Ritz Manchester in ManchesterWed, Oct 14, 2026 · 07:00 PM
Overview
Overview
Heaven 17 perform Penthouse and Pavement is a Music / Rock / Pop event at O2 Ritz Manchester in Manchester.
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Heaven 17 bring their landmark debut album *Penthouse and Pavement* to Manchester for a full live performance. The synth-pop band, formed by former Human League members Martyn Ware and Ian Craig Marsh alongside vocalist Glenn Gregory, will recreate the album that blended electronic pop with funk influences and politically charged lyrics.
Attendees can expect the album's two distinctive sides: the funk-driven "Pavement" tracks and the all-electronic "Penthouse" material, featuring hits like "(We Don't Need This) Fascist Groove Thang" and the title track. The show captures the spirit of the band's 2010 series of concerts where they performed the album in its entirety.
This is a rare opportunity to hear a classic album that spent 77 weeks on the UK Albums Chart and is included in the book *1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die*, performed live by the original artists.
📍 Manchester🎟️ Tickets from £34
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Good to know
- The show will feature both the funk-influenced 'Pavement' side and the all-electronic 'Penthouse' side.
- Heaven 17 consists of Glenn Gregory, Martyn Ware, and Ian Craig Marsh.
Frequently asked questions
Who are the members of Heaven 17?
The band consists of Glenn Gregory (vocals), Martyn Ware (keyboards), and Ian Craig Marsh (synthesizers).
What is the significance of the album?
Penthouse and Pavement reached No. 14 on the UK Albums Chart, spent 77 weeks on the chart, and is included in the book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die.
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Heaven 17
Heaven 17 are an English synth-pop band formed in Sheffield in 1980. The band were originally a trio of vocalist Glenn Gregory and Human League co-founders Martyn Ware and Ian Craig Marsh, both on synthesizers.
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O2 Ritz Manchester in Manchester
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O2 Ritz Manchester in Manchester
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