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BBC Radio 6 Music Festival to Return to Manchester in March 2025


The lineup for BBC 6 Music's four-day event will be announced in February, with previous performers including Depeche Mode, Neneh Cherry and more.

The news was announced live on air this morning (Dec. 3) by broadcaster Nick Grimshaw, who is currently covering the 6 Music breakfast show while regular host Lauren Laverne is recovering following treatment for cancer. Current presenters include Iggy Pop, Huw Stephens, Mary Anne Hobbs and former London night czar Amy Lamé. In a press release, Samantha Moy, Head of BBC Radio 6 Music said: “We’re really proud that our festival brings listeners truly unique performances from the artists they love, alongside a celebration of the fantastic acts that are emerging from Greater Manchester – and 2025 will be no different.

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