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Independent Music Shops Face The Music
As illegal downloading threatens the future of hundreds of independent music shops, reporter Mohammed Usman examines the problem.
Examining The Coalition
Our Reporter, Stephen Ho, examines the prospects of the coalition government
Friendly Fires Burning With Ambition
After a whirlwind few years that have seen Friendly Fires catapulted into music’s big leagues, the band are not resting on their laurels.
Tough Times On Prestwich High Street
Our reporter Paul Irving investigates the effect of the recession on Prestwich High Street
Manchester's Real Ale Is Thriving
Mancunian Matters reporter Simon Byrne takes a look at why the British Real Ale industry is thriving in difficult times.
The Wizard Of Oz - Made In Manchester!
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz has been transformed for the airwaves to be broadcast on BBC Radio 4 next week – and it all happened in Manchester.
Tributes Come In For Alan Sillitoe
Alan Sillitoe, the working-class novelist, died last weekend leaving people from Manchester to draw on their own personal recollections.
Next Big Thing To Perform In Manchester
Our reporter Micheal McKenna speaks to one of the hottest new bands in the UK as they prepare to perform at Manchester’s Club Academy on May 12.
Surge In Manchester Dance Popularity
Manchester dance schools have seen a surge in popularity in the wake of TV shows, such as ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ and ‘Strictly Come Dancing’.
