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Jonas Brothers first act announced to perform at huge new Co-op Live
The Jonas Brothers are coming to Manchester!
Award-winning pop trio the Jonas Brothers are the first act announced to perform on stage at Manchester’s huge new indoor music venue Co-op Live.
They will grace the new stage along with many exciting acts – to be announced over the next coming weeks.
Soon to be Europe’s and the UK’s largest music arena, the £365 million Co-op Live is edging closer to its official opening in April 2024 where a diverse range of global superstars will head to Manchester.
One of the most successful groups of the 21st century, Jonas Brothers – Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Kevin Jonas – have sold over 20 million albums to date, with two Grammy Award nominations, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and 26 Billboard Hot 100 hits under their belts in a career spanning almost two decades.
The New-Jersey-raise trio’s appearance at Manchester’s Co-op Live forms part of the band’s global FIVE ALBUMS. ONE NIGHT. Tour.
The announcement comes as the finishing touches are made on the much-anticipated addition to Manchester’s booming music and entertainment scene and is expected to attract fans, not only from across the country, but from around the world.
Co-op Live – a joint venture between Oak View Group and City Football Group – has been designed to transform the live music experience for both artists and fans.
The glossy new venue will boast an innovative bowl design, lowered ceiling height, and a large standing floor to bring fans closer to artists.
Gary Roden, Executive Director & General Manager for Co-op Live, says: “We’re counting down the days until we can open the doors of this incredible new venue for Manchester and the UK.
“I’m thrilled that shortly after announcing our April 2024 opening date, we can reveal that Jonas Brothers will be part of our opening season of globally renowned artists, highlighting the strength and diversity across our forthcoming line-up of shows.”
Amanda Jennings, Director of Marketing Communications, Co-op, says: “This first artist and pre-sale ticket announcement marks a key milestone for the eagerly anticipated opening of Co-op Live.
“The arena embodies Co-op’s principles, values and vision and we’re looking forward to seeing these brought to life through this unique partnership.
“Additionally, we’re excited to start sharing what we have in the pipeline for our members, which includes exclusive benefits such as first in line access to tickets, food and beverage discounts at Co-op concessions and hospitality experiences.”
Jonas Brothers will perform at Co-op Live in Manchester on June 17th 2024.
Tickets go on General sale from Friday August 4th 10:00 through Co-op Live HERE.
Co-op members will gain early access to tickets through a designated presale from Wednesday August 2nd, 10:00 available through Co-op Live by clicking HERE.
We’re pleased to announce that Proper Manchester is rebranding as Finest City Guides.
As part of this change, the Proper Manchester brand, including its social media channels, will transition to the Finest City Guides name.
This is a rebrand of the existing platform rather than a new or unrelated business. The same team behind Proper Manchester will continue to operate Finest City Guides as we develop the platform under its new identity.
Previous name: Proper Manchester
New name: Finest City Guides
Our social channels and other brand assets will be updated to reflect the Finest City Guides name as part of this transition.
More from Finest City Guides coming soon.
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Oasis announce huge reunion tour as Liam and Noel Gallagher ‘make peace’
The news we’ve all been waiting for!
After years of will-they-won’t-they speculation, Oasis are officially BACK together for a reunion tour.
The Gallagher brothers have put aside their differences in the name of music, making thousands of fans extremely happy in the process.
The band teased the news on their socials over the weekend, posting a video on Sunday morning with today’s date (Tuesday, August 27th) and the time 8am.
And now shows have been announced for multiple dates in the UK and Ireland, with tickets going live this Saturday, August 31st.
The legendary Mancunian rockers will take to the stage next summer, with gigs in Cardiff, London, Edinburgh, Dublin and, of course, Manchester.
15 years after splitting, the band confirmed they would be back for 14 shows, saying: “The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over. Come see. It will not be televised”.
The gigs will be Oasis’s ‘only shows in Europe next year’, with tickets on sale this Saturday at 8am in Ireland and 9am in the UK.
The Oasis 2025 tour dates in full:
July
4th – Cardiff, Principality Stadium
5th – Cardiff, Principality Stadium
11th – Manchester, Heaton Park
12th – Manchester, Heaton Park
19th – Manchester, Heaton Park
20th – Manchester, Heaton Park
25th – London, Wembley Stadium
26th – London, Wembley Stadium
August
2nd – London, Wembley Stadium
3rd – London, Wembley Stadium
8th – Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium
9th – Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium
16th – Dublin, Croke Park
17th – Dublin, Croke Park
You can grab your tickets HERE.
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Stagecoach hiring over 100 new bus drivers for Bee Network with £31k salaries
Fancy a career change?
Stagecoach Manchester is hiring over 100 new bus drivers to work from its Oldham depot, following the second phase of the Bee Network launch in March.
You can apply for a range of roles, from positions with no experience required to fully qualified bus drivers.
Successful applicants will receive full training as part of the job, and trainees will get paid to train. Then after only 12 months’ service at Stagecoach, drivers can expect to earn up to £16 per hour, which equates to £31.6K per year, before overtime.
As well as that, drivers that already hold a PCV licence may be eligible to receive a £1,200 joining bonus.
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There’s also a host of other benefits available to all Stagecoach employees, like 28 days paid holiday, generous pension and free Stagecoach bus travel for successful applicants and a companion.
Rob Jones, Managing Director at Stagecoach Manchester said: “Expanding our offering in Oldham means we’ll be investing more in the economy and supporting our local community, as well as strengthening our workforce.
“Whether you’re looking for a career change or you’re a fully qualified, experienced bus driver, there’s a role for everyone here in Oldham.
“We’re looking for personable and dedicated drivers who are ready to help us build on the success of the Bee Network and connect the people of Oldham and Greater Manchester with the places and people that are important to them.”
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Phil Cornwall, bus driver at Stagecoach Manchester, said: “I’ve been a driver at Stagecoach for 25 years and I couldn’t recommend it more.
“From the perks to the people to the passengers, it really is a great place to work.”
To apply, head to the Stagecoach website HERE.
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