Join us for a FREE community day full of music, dance, art, carnival and heritage between The Vale and Mossley Heritage Centre. Phantasmagoria’s Gaggle of Geese will lead the way along the Goose’s Gander Heritage Trail. Join one of three scheduled walks and see what history you can unearth between these two Mossley mills Back […]
Coruja Jones - Carol Jason - Electric Mike - Tiki Black - Papa Sam Alafia As part of Spring Up we will see our stage light up with a diverse melting pot of musicians each with their own unique style and flavour. From Sierra Leonean Palm Wine Music to Mossley style sequential arpeggiator covers – […]
“People are going crazy for it! A thing of beauty! Excellent Debut album.” - Craig Charles - BBC Radio 6 Music “The band have built a massive cult audience with their bass-heavy live shows, a supreme fusion of roots reggae, dub, and soulful aspects.” - Clash Magazine The Barefoot Bandit is an explosion of reggae, […]
‘Grass roots music played with gusto. Live entertainment at its best.’ – Chilli Fiesta The Vale is delighted to welcome the dazzling Grupo Lokito who fuse contemporary Congolese and Cuban music creating a modern day cocktail of two of the great world musics. The glorious melodious vocals of Congolese front men Eugene Makuta and Iddo […]
Jeramiah Ferrari live @ The Vale A unique force and a live sensation that never disappoints. 'The Mancunion' The eagerly awaited 2022 release, 'Movin' on' a new direction for Manchester’s most exciting genre weaving group. This northwest outfit are seasoned festival stage performers and have forged a superb reputation for live sets. They have been […]
We’re delighted to welcome to The Vale the incredible N’famady Kouyaté. N’famady Kouyaté is a young master musician from Guinea (Conakry), now based in Cardiff, Wales, UK. N’famady’s primary instrument is the balafon – a traditional wooden xylophone, sacred to West African culture and his family heritage of the griot. N’famady will be honouring our […]
Baked A La Ska are the “heavy heavy sound” of Manchester! A super charged 11-headed ska monster on a rampage through the dance floors of the UK leaving a trail of skanked out bodies in their wake. Join us for The Vale's festive do and skank the night away. It’s a band of assembled oddballs […]
“Manchester’s answer to Aretha Franklin.” Tony Wilson, Factory Records The Vale is excited to welcome back Mossley’s own Kyla Brox and her band to our stage. A night of soulful blues and R&B sounds, her live performances are truly something special. With a mix of both original songs and covers, you can expect to hear a […]
Fuego, Sol y Agua - A night of Flamenco Experience the soulful rhythms and vibrant melody and dance of Flamenco from Andalusia right here in Mossley. Brought to us by internationally renowned Spanish music and dance superstars Ramón Ruiz, Rebecca Ortega, and Carlos Lobo this will truly be an evening to remember. Ramón Ruiz is a […]
Grab a drink and strap in for the ride, SCREAM IF YOU WANNA GO FASTER!!! Specialising in discordant, hypnotic repetition, tales of boozy nights out, and radical politics, Loose Articles are a punk quartet with plenty to say. Their music speaks to all those determined to get through the age of austerity with tongue in […]
New Orleans meets 90s Manchester club classics… In New Orleans, funerals are celebrated in style, with noisy brass bands processing through the streets. The main section of the parade is known as First Line, but the real fun starts with the Second Line, those who follow the band to enjoy the music, marching with the […]
Join us on April 12th for this high energy double bill at The Vale! Funke and the Two Tone Baby Funke and the Two Tone Baby is a one man army. Uncategorised and uncharted. A blur of buttons and sweat. Powerful walls of grooving, dirty electronica and a whirlwind of energy walk a fine line […]
Experience a rare insight into the creative process of the Manchester International Roots Orchestra (MIRO), as they work behind the scenes with Sidiki Dembélé — one of the world’s leading West African percussionists, composers, and collaborators. This is an open invitation for musicians, music-lovers, and the local community to come and observe an exclusive rehearsal and workshop session — part […]
SOLD OUT! In Our School Yard! (pre-show special) Doors 5pm Music 5.30pm - 7pm Studio 1 The shoots of the grassroots! We've got some amazing young up-and-coming Mossley bands doing a special pre-show to our main In Our Backyard local band showcase. Come and see the next gen of musicians to come out of […]
From eccentric rock to cosmic pop to psych punk, you'll find sonic treats in every flavour at this celebration of the local music scene! Line up: Madame Claude Madame Claude deal in raucous ska based tunes, with flavour’s of disco, reggae and rocksteady. A fearsome live act with a growing catalogue of upbeat tunes, and […]
Award-winning clarinettist Arun Ghosh comes to The Vale for a night of feelgood music from across his five acclaimed albums. The Bolton musician and composer is a leading light on the UK jazz scene, and is considered a renowned innovator of modern IndoJazz. His band deliver a passionate sound, driven by soaring melodies, hypnotic rhythms […]
As part of The Vale's 4th birthday celebrations, we bring you an evening of epic music and dance! Juba do Leão Inspired by the floor-shaking rhythms and vibrant dances of North-Eastern Brazil, Juba do Leão take the audience on an enlightening tour of the intoxicating grooves of Brazil and beyond. Celebrating their own 20th anniversary […]
Due to unforeseen circumstance this event is postponed. We will reschedule a new date soon. We apologise for any inconvenience. Soothsayers A reputation as a great live band and innovative studio producers, Soothsayers take universally uplifting afro, jazz and dub infused sound to the next level combining high quality musicianship with a lyrical message, warm […]
Two of the world’s greatest percussionists come together for the first time in this extraordinary live collaboration. The Vale hosts an unmissable encounter between B C Manjunath, India’s foremost rhythmic innovator, and Sidiki Dembélé, the master djembe player and griot from the Ivory Coast. BC Manjunath, the Indian master of mridangam and konnakol, is internationally […]
As part of 20th year celebrations, The Unthanks scale back for some intimate shows, supporting today’s best small venues and including memorable ones from their early days. The shows will draw from all parts of their repertoire. Using the traditional music of the North East of England as a starting point, the influence of Miles […]
Folk legend Beans on Toast is coming to town We can't wait to have the amazing Beans on Toast back here at The Vale this November. A travelling troubadour for the ages, Beans is an entertainer, singer, songwriter, storyteller – and a master of his art. His songs celebrate the human spirit, from the beauty […]
Music • Dance • Craft • Community Sunday 23 November | 12pm – 4pm | The Vale, Mossley | Free Entry Presented by Djembe Kingdom in partnership with Global Grooves Step into a day of rhythm, movement, and connection as Sidiki Dembélé and his ensemble Percussion d’Abobo bring the spirit of Côte d’Ivoire to The […]
The Vale’s Big Festive Party Night! Kick off your festive season with a full throttle celebration at The Vale. We are thrilled to welcome Monster Ceilidh Band to the Vale for a high energy night of live music, dancing and winter cheer. Monster Ceilidh Band bring an irresistible mix of folk tunes, electro beats and […]
“Manchester’s answer to Aretha Franklin.” Tony Wilson, Factory Records The Vale is excited to welcome back for 2026 Mossley’s own Kyla Brox and her band to our stage. A night of soulful blues and R&B sounds, her live performances are truly something special. With a mix of both original songs and covers, you can expect […]
The Sidiki Dembélé Ensemble brings together a collective of virtuoso West African musicians, each classically trained and deeply rooted in the musical traditions of their homeland. With a fluid line-up that shifts and evolves, the ensemble is always led by master percussionist, kora player, composer and arranger Sidiki Dembélé — a dynamic artist renowned for […]
Rooted in the rich musical traditions of the Congo, Kasai Masai is a dynamic soukous band known for their electrifying performances and infectious rhythms. Kasai Masai has become a powerhouse in the world of Rumba and Soukous, blending infectious guitar melodies, pulsating rhythms, and electrifying stage performances. Their high-energy performances and unmistakable grooves have earn […]
“Folk at its most exalted” - The Observer Lisa Knapp and Gerry Diver are a remarkable musical partnership at the forefront of contemporary folk. Lisa’s spellbinding vocals and command of traditional song blend seamlessly with Gerry’s acclaimed production and multi-instrumental talents. Together, they create richly textured, emotionally resonant music rooted in English and Irish traditions, […]