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The Bluetones 30th Anniversary of 'Expecting to Fly'
O2 Ritz Manchester in ManchesterFri, Oct 30, 2026 · 06:30 PM
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The Bluetones 30th Anniversary of 'Expecting to Fly' is a Music / Rock / Pop event at O2 Ritz Manchester in Manchester.
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The Bluetones mark three decades of their landmark debut album 'Expecting to Fly' with a special anniversary show in Manchester. Fans can expect a setlist drawn heavily from the 1996 album, which spawned enduring indie anthems like "Slight Return" and "Cut Some Rug".
The concert promises a nostalgic journey through the Britpop era, with the band performing in the city that helped launch their career. The intimate venue setting should offer a fitting atmosphere for revisiting the album's blend of jangly guitars and melodic hooks.
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The Bluetones
The Bluetones are an English indie rock band formed in Hounslow, Greater London in 1993. The band's members are Mark Morriss (vocals), Adam Devlin (guitar), Mark's younger brother Scott Morriss, and Eds Chesters (drums).
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O2 Ritz Manchester in Manchester
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O2 Ritz Manchester in Manchester
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