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SUMMARY:Inspired by Libraries with Shaun Keaveny and Guy Garvey
DESCRIPTION:Manchester City of Literature and Manchester Libraries present this special Festival of Libraries event. \nJoin us at Manchester Central Library for a special one-off event featuring two of the city’s most distinctive and much-loved voices — Guy Garvey\, Mercury Prize–winning frontman of Elbow and presenter of BBC 6 Music’s Guy Garvey’s Finest Hour\, and Shaun Keaveny\, long-time BBC 6 Music broadcaster and now host of The Rock Show on BBC Radio 2 and Community Garden Radio. In this relaxed and thought-provoking conversation\, Guy and Shaun will explore themes of community\, creativity\, working-class identity\, music\, memory\, radio\, and the role that places like libraries play in shaping our cultural lives — all delivered with the humour\, warmth and honesty they’re known for. \nAbout Shaun Keaveny \nShaun Keaveny is a much-loved broadcaster whose trademark wit\, warmth and deep connection with listeners have made him one of the most distinctive voices on UK radio. He became a familiar presence to millions during his many years on BBC Radio 6 Music\, and now fronts The Rock Show on BBC Radio 2. He retired from stand-up comedy due to public demand in 2017\, and is also an enthusiastic failed musician. As the founder of the beloved Community Garden Radio\, he continues to champion great music and meaningful conversation in his own inimitable style. \nAbout Guy Garvey \nWith a career in music spanning three decades and a host of roles from renowned lyricist\, singer\, and producer to radio and TV host and soundtrack composer and producer\, Guy Garvey has left an indelible mark on the music world. With his ‘best mates’ in elbow for over 25 years\, Guy has created ten studio albums that have delivered critical acclaim\, gold and platinum albums\, UK Number Ones\, a Mercury Music Prize\, BRIT Award\, NME Award\, Mojo Award and three Ivor Novello Awards. \nGuy remains a key part of the 6 Music line-up with his ‘Guy Garvey’s Finest Hour’ a mainstay of Sunday afternoons on the station since 2007. Guy’s contribution to UK culture was recognised with the award of honorary degree from Manchester Metropolitan University for his work in the arts\, where he is also a visiting professor.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/inspired-by-libraries-with-shaun-keaveny-and-guy-garvey/
LOCATION:Performance Space
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SUMMARY:Full Volume Podcast - Episode 6: Kimberly Whittam
DESCRIPTION:With Summer in full swing Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast returns for its spectacular sixth edition.  \nWith more features than the complimentary newspapers in the BIPC\, this month’s episode sees host Alan Lynch sitting down with acclaimed Manchester children’s author Kimberly Whittam. Kimberly’s new book ‘Quiet Storm’ has just been selected to be Manchester Libraries’ transition read 2025 – with 8\,000 copies of the brilliant book gifted to local pupils to help them get ready for secondary school. Set in Manchester\, ‘Quiet Storm’ tells the story of Storm who has never liked to stand out from the crowd\, and is based in part on the author’s own experiences as a quiet and sometimes shy child. Find out more in the Full Volume interview. \nFrom the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office)\, representatives Louise Murphy and Ellis Quinn\, come in for a chat about their fascinating new exhibition ‘Our Lives\, Our Privacy’ which has been a popular success at Central Library in recent months. Alan takes a deep dive with the duo as they mark the 40th anniversary of the ICO with this exhibition\, and reflect on key moments in history when people’s right to privacy or access to information has been affected – positively or negatively – and the role they have played in protecting our rights. \nThere’s a finely tuned feature with the New Horizons Choir\, as choirmaster Tom and members of the group tell us about how they and Central Library have worked in perfect harmony over the years\, plus the high notes you too could hit in life as part of their community choir. \nContinuing our blockbuster ‘Branch Out’ two-part special\, Alan is joined by chair of the Manchester Libraries Trust Brendan O’Shea; Head of Libraries\, Galleries and Culture Neil MacInnes\, and Sally\, the current Manager of Chorlton Library\, who all appear on the podcast to offer their perspectives on the freshly refurbished space. \nElsewhere\, Alan and his trusty sidekick Gary Parkinson bring you all the best of What’s On across Manchester Libraries this month\, including plugs for the Board Games Club at Central Library\, a ‘Behind The Scenes Tour’\, and the Age Friendly events at Moss Side Powerhouse and Gorton Hub. Plus\, there’s a sneak preview for the highly anticipated “Oasis Week” at Central Library coming this July\, which will feature exclusive live sets\, quizzes\, Q&As\, and so much more. \n‘Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast’ takes listeners behind the shelves of our city’s much-loved libraries. Presented by the Central Library’s own Alan Lynch\, every month the podcast lifts the lid on a treasure trove of insider tips\, exclusive interviews\, book reviews\, and much more. \nReceiving rave reviews and overwhelming support from listeners\, the podcast has so far featured special guests such as celebrated author Dame Jacqueline Wilson\, plus Manchester City Council’s Head of Libraries\, Galleries\, and Culture Neil MacInnes OBE\, Manchester City Council photographer Barrie Leach speaking about his exhibition ‘Our Town Hall: Portraits of a Workforce’\, legendary Manchester artist and illustrator Stanley Chow\, Manchester’s Lord Mayor\, Councillor John Hacking\, BBC broadcaster and esteemed newspaper columnist Emma Barnett\, and more. \n‘Episode 6: Kimberly Whittam’\, the sixth episode of ‘Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast’ is on all major streaming services now.  \nTurn it up\, and tune in to Episode 6 of Full Volume – now: https://push.fm/fl/actjsf7o-80012-96971\n\nWatch out for Episode 7 in July… \nhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/09hLTcx3FdMqpXR9ehtOkC?referral=labelaffiliate&utm_source=1110l9T4fAp&utm_medium=Indie_Routenote&utm_campaign=labelaffiliate
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/full-volume-podcast-episode-6-kimberly-whittam/
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SUMMARY:Hannah Brine - Album Launch
DESCRIPTION:Singer songwriter Hannah Brine launches her debut album Blue Sky Now with a live gig at the Manchester Central Library. Inspired by the Great American Songbook\, with a voice & song writing style likened to Carole King\, Norah Jones and Rumer\, Hannah writes & performs lush ballads & lively jazz anthems\, telling tales of growth & change\, of life & loss\, all destined to be modern classics. \n“That voice\, just wonderful isn’t it” Dean Jackson\, BBC Introducing Midlands \n“The Brilliant Hannah Brine” Chris Baxter\, BBC Radio Wiltshire \n“I feel like I want to have Hannah by my side every night singing softly and then everything will be OK.” Geeta Pendse\, BBC Radio Leicester \nFree – drop in \nPlease consider making a donation to support our Library Live programme here or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/hannah-brine-album-launch/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
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