Manchester’s music venues are amongst those shortlisted for The Nordoff and Robbins Northern Music Awards,the first to celebrate the breadth and depth of talent across the region
Set to be held on 30 November 2023 at Aviva Studios, home of the world-renowned Factory International, the NMAs have announced the shortlist for the Inspirational Venue awards – with two categories: under 500 and 2,000 attendees.
The judging panel of the Northern Music Awards has also chosen 19 events for the longlist of the Favourite Festival of the Year award. These events include Sound City in Liverpool, Blue Dot in Cheshire, Deer Shed in Yorkshire, Moovin in Stockport, and Highest Point in Lancaster
Manchester venues include YES, Band on the Wall,New Century Hall,Night and Day and Albert Hall
The performance-packed show, headlined by Special Recognition award winner Melanie C, will raise money to help fund the opening of a new Nordoff and Robbins dedicated music therapy centre for Greater Manchester – based in Salford – and will kickstart a new chapter in celebrating diverse talent from the North of England, year after year.
A VIP drinks reception will be held for music industry guests, followed by the public awards event.
Nominees and winners are still to be announced for the NMAs in categories ranging from the Northern Music Award, Breakthrough and Newcomer to Best Artist, Band of the Year, DJ of the Year and Disruptor.
A specialMusic and Culture for Wellbeing award, supported by the Greater Manchester Music Commission, will highlight outstanding and innovative creative arts provision in the North, that uses music and culture to support and connect with people that face health, wellbeing, and socio-economic challenges.
