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Beyond The Music 2026 moved to Salford’s MediaCity
Beyond The Music held its third edition at MediaCity in Salford, after moving from Manchester’s Northern Quarter.
The event combines a music industry conference with performances by artists at different stages of their careers.
Its stages were named after well-loved venues from Manchester’s past.
Performers highlighted included London rapper and singer Bawo, Manchester-via-County Durham band Cutscene, and Manchester five-piece Dead Stilettos.
Local four-piece Holly Head and artist JayaHadADream also drew attention for their performances.
The showcase aims to look ahead to music industry issues and artists with the potential to grow in prominence.
No next steps for the event are stated.
Beyond The Music held its third edition in 2026 at Salford’s MediaCity, moving from Manchester’s Northern Quarter.
The music industry showcase and conference featured panels and performances by artists at different career stages.
Stages at the event were named after venues from Manchester’s past.
NME published a selection of its top 10 performances from the event.
- Who
- Beyond The Music, a music industry showcase and conference, and the artists and panel participants.
- What
- The event moved to Salford’s MediaCity for its third edition.
- When
- 2026. The article says the event ran over a week but does not give specific dates.
- Where
- Salford’s MediaCity, after previously being held in Manchester’s Northern Quarter.
- Why
- Not stated.
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- Edition
- Third edition
- Year
- 2026
- New venue
- MediaCity, Salford
- Previous location
- Manchester’s Northern Quarter
- Event duration
- Over a week
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