Celebrate two decades of boundary-pushing music as Sounds From the Other City brings its legendary energy to Manchester International Festival for one unforgettable night.
Surround Sounds transforms the South Warehouse at Aviva Studios into an immersive, in-the-round stage – capturing the DIY spirit, creative chaos and musical brilliance that has defined the Salford festival since day one.
Expect live sets from cult favourites WU LYF, genre-defying rapper and producer Lex Amor, and a high-octane B2B from AFRODEUTSCHE and JD Twitch of Optimo. The line-up also features Reisner, Adisa Allen, Sophia Dignam, Jali Nyonkoling Kuyateh, Che3kz and more – a genre-spanning mix designed to keep you moving well into the early hours.
For 20 years, Sounds From the Other City has championed raw talent, unexpected collaborations and independent spirit – turning overlooked spaces into vibrant hubs of creativity.
Now, co-curated with Band on the Wall, Fat Out and Now Wave, the party comes to MIF25 in full force.
Get ready for a night of genre collisions, surprise moments and the kind of magic that only SFTOC can deliver.
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