The crowd gathers in anticipation. Young and old take their positions in plush red seats, in a theatre which removes all barriers between the actors and the audience.

James Morrison has returned, and with a refined and accomplished sound.

We Can’t Live Without Cosmos bears both the warm comfort of the Saturday morning cartoons of youth and the wonder and depth of the cosmos themselves.

The Greek saying ‘ever to excel’ – from Homer’s sixth book of the Iliad and the motto of University of St Andrew’s – is one Rozafa on Princess Street, Manchester, most certainly lives up to.

MM were invited to Manchester’s latest addition to its extensive foodie scene, Busaba, to sample their cocktails, Thai flavours and some exquisite signature dishes.

Quentin Tarantino’s greatest strength, and biggest problem, is that he never lets anyone forget that he’s Quentin Tarantino.

With just four more sleeps until Christmas time’s running out to get in the festive spirit – but do not be tempted to reach for Kylie Minogue’s new album now, or ever.

Whether you are a Green Day fan or not, almost everyone has heard of their 2004 album American Idiot, which sold over 15million copies worldwide.

Let’s not beat about the bush – The Force Awakens is a straight up triumph in every aspect any fan could wish.

The French electro-swing band surpassed the expectations of even long-term fans as their astounding live performance in Manchester made the Ritz swing.

The Darkness deliver this wave of intoxicating exhilaration in earnest, sounding supersonic in the flesh, with frontman Justin Hawkins never being better.