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The Bluetones 30th Anniversary of 'Expecting to Fly'

An anniversary concert by the English indie rock band The Bluetones, marking thirty years since the release of their album 'Expecting to Fly', staged at the O2 Ritz Manchester.

Friday, 30 October 2026 at 19:00 The Bluetones O2 Ritz Manchester

Overview

An anniversary concert by the English indie rock band The Bluetones, marking thirty years since the release of their album 'Expecting to Fly', staged at the O2 Ritz Manchester.

The Bluetones are an indie rock band from England, formed in Hounslow in 1993. Their first album, shuffle-dance-duckwalk, was released on A&M Records in 1996. This show marks thirty years since 'Expecting to Fly'was released, and the anniversary is the focus of the evening.

The concert takes place at the O2 Ritz Manchester, a venue that hosts concerts and shows in the city. The evening suits listeners who know the band's 1990s records and want to celebrate the album's anniversary in person, as well as anyone interested in British indie rock from that decade. Being a thirtieth anniversary, the night looks back at a record that has been part of the band's output for three decades.

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The Bluetones are an indie rock band from England, formed in Hounslow in 1993. Their first album, titled shuffle-dance-duckwalk, was released on A&M Records in 1996.

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O2 Ritz Manchester

O2 Ritz Manchester is a venue on Whitworth Street West in Manchester, United Kingdom, that mainly hosts concerts.

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Whitworth Street West, M1 5NQ Manchester
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Frequently asked questions

Where does The Bluetones 30th Anniversary of 'Expecting to Fly' take place?

The Bluetones 30th Anniversary of 'Expecting to Fly' takes place at O2 Ritz Manchester (M1 5NQ Manchester).

When does The Bluetones 30th Anniversary of 'Expecting to Fly' take place?

The scheduled date is 30 October 2026 at 19:00.

What time does The Bluetones 30th Anniversary of 'Expecting to Fly' start?

Time listed for The Bluetones 30th Anniversary of 'Expecting to Fly': 19:00 on 30 October 2026 at O2 Ritz Manchester. It may be when doors open rather than the start; the exact time is on the ticket.

Who is performing at The Bluetones 30th Anniversary of 'Expecting to Fly'?

The Bluetones is on the bill. See the artist page on TicketPiazza.

How do I get to O2 Ritz Manchester?

O2 Ritz Manchester is located at Whitworth Street West, M1 5NQ Manchester. Public transport is recommended; full directions are on the venue page.

What type of event is The Bluetones 30th Anniversary of 'Expecting to Fly'?

The Bluetones 30th Anniversary of 'Expecting to Fly' is classified as “Pop, rock & indie” in the TicketPiazza listings.