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Beyond The Music 2026 in Manchester is more than just a festival—it’s a powerhouse gathering for the creative industries, uniting musicians, tech innovators, filmmakers, gamers, and even politicians to tackle big challenges. With headliners like Tom A Smith, Gans, and The Slow Readers Club, plus screenings of 24 Hour Party People and a major AI summit hosted by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, this event blends electrifying performances with vital conversations. Burnham, a longtime champion of grassroots music, supports initiatives like Coldplay’s venue-saving donations, pushing the industry to invest in its own future. Set across MediaCity from October 6–9, it’s shaping up to be the most consequential cultural event of the year.

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