So, I was at Manchester Albert Hall last night for the first time... sorry, Nottingham Rock City, you've been my favourite gig venue for over 20 years, but I think I might be about to cheat on you...
Fantastic venue, so atmospheric. As the link I'm gonna post to you all will say, it's a Grade II listed Wesleyan chapel in Manchester City Centre, closed and hidden for over 40 years. Probably about the same capacity as Manchester Ritz. Not too far from Manchester City Centre, easy walking distance. Good sound. Quite a small downstairs area but a massive and steeply-tiered balcony area so I don't think there's a bad view in the house. Hugely ornate with big church-like windows. OK, downside... drinks are a bit pricey and you have to climb stairs to get to even reach the downstairs, so it's also a huge crush to get out of the place... worth it.
A message here to the NMA inner-circle... please play this venue next time you do Manchester! And, no, I don't work for them or anything, just had a fantastic night there last night!
I think band and fans alike will love it.
Check this place out if there's a band you like who are playing there. Here's the link I mentioned...
http://www.alberthallmanchester.com/information.php
