A firm favourite for SFTOC, Band on the Wall are back in Salford, this time bringing their signature electic, live music programming to St Philip’s Church.

Band on the Wall is a renowned live music venue in Manchester. With a rich history rooted in the city’s cultural fabric, it has been a platform for some of the world’s best music across genres, from jazz and folk to blues and international sounds and is dedicated to providing accessible music education, opportunities for community involvement, and producing digital content to engage audiences worldwide. In its storied past, the venue also played a key role in Manchester’s post-punk scene, hosting early gigs from bands like Buzzcocks, The Fall, and Joy Division.

Today, it remains a cultural landmark, reflecting the city’s ever-evolving music scene.