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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 9h

Our first announcement for our 'Getting Louder in Belfast!' weekend... MARCO PIRRONI will be in conversation with @johnrobbofficial.bsky.social 16th January 2027 at The Harrison: Chambers of Distinction. All Weekend Passes (inc with accommodation options) available here: tinyurl.com/2msaftvs

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 10h

Congratulations to everyone who got a Saturday Pass for #Louder2026 in Manchester These have now all gone! We do still have other tickets available across the weekend… Peruse & choose & see you in November! : linktr.ee/louderthanwords

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 13h

Join Dan Jennings @wellerfanpod.bsky.social in conversation with Music TV Producer Malcolm Gerrie @malcolmgerrie Paul Weller Live on TV - Malcolm was there behind the scenes & has the stories to prove it! Sat 14th Nov, 2pm. What a treat this will be! All tickets: tinyurl.com/y994vemb

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 21h

What happens when a 90s indie hopeful spends thirty years trying to “make it”… and still hasn’t? Join Andy McLeod as he charts one man’s heroic, idiotic, and occasionally poetic attempts to live the rockstar dream… Sat 14 Nov, 10.15am All tickets: tinyurl.com/y5bmthvt

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 21h

Another distinctive treat for #louder2026 Join legendary @Legs__McNeil (livestreamed from NYC) in conversation with his co-author Crispin Kott & host @johnrobbofficial.bsky.social live in the room. Fri 13/11 6.30pm at The Innside, Manchester. All tickets and info: tinyurl.com/3yyce9ca

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Our event with @LordWakering talking about his authorised biography of Jim Lea has proved so popular we've had to move him to the big boy room! Join him with @poprambler.bsky.social Sat 14 Nov, 2.15pm at Innside, Manchester. Cum on Feel the Noize! All tickets: tinyurl.com/y5ynuusx

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

One great city. Much great independent music! Join @DanielDylanWray in conversation with @e17RnR_books Mark Hart as he talks all things 'Groovy, Laidback & Nasty' Saturday 14th November, 4.15pm at The Innside, Manchester. All tickets: tinyurl.com/36vh6d4s

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The Beautiful Death of Ozzy Osbourne with @keithkahnharris.bsky.social & Joel McIver Sat 14 Nov, 4pm Manchester From Death to Life via Art, Politics, Sex, Bodies, Voice, Family, Myth & more: how Ozzy – of all people! – attracted such generosity of spirit. Tickets: tinyurl.com/y4azmkrm

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

One of the many highlights of our Louder weekend is the fun and entertainment in-between our packed programme of events. Needless to say, one of these is undoubtedly when the brilliant @HelenMcCookerybook treats our ears to tunes various... #Louder2026 13-15 November, Manchester. We canNOT wait! 💖👍

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Presented in partnership with @PCPressPeter we're delighted to welcome artist & designer MIKE COLES to #Louder2026 Join Mike in conversation, taking us on a visual journey of his life's work. Sun 15 Nov, 4.15pm @innsideuk Manchester All tickets: tinyurl.com/yryky5x5

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Surely THE best collection of books on Bowie - what a treat! Join Simon Goddard for the ultimate literary trip through Bowie's greatest decade. In conversation with Mark Hart @e17RnR_books Sun 15 Nov, 12.15pm @innsideuk Manchester. All tickets: tinyurl.com/sy3yta7s

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Join Dan Jennings @wellerfanpod.bsky.social in conversation with Music TV Producer Malcolm Gerrie Paul Weller Live on TV - Malcolm was there behind the scenes & has the stories to prove it! Sat 14th Nov, 2pm. What a treat this will be! All tickets: tinyurl.com/y994vemb

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

What a treat we have in store for sure! Over the moon to be welcoming Zoë Howe back to Louder Than Words Fest! Join Zoë in conversation with @mccookerybook.bsky.social Sunday 15th November, 4.15pm Typical Girls? The Story of The Slits. All tickets: tinyurl.com/49hp3k2j

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It's Time The Tale Were Told: A People's History of The Smiths. An in conversation with our good friends Iain Key & Richard Houghton of @spenwoodbooks.bsky.social - what a treat we have in store! Saturday 14th November, 12.15pm at The Innside, Manchester. All tickets: tinyurl.com/2s472svd

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We always strive to bring something different & distinctive Proof? Join @alanparsons in conversation with Joel McIver Fri 13 Nov, 8.45pm @innsideuk Manchester Alan will be live-streamed from Santa Barbara, Joel’ll be in person in the room All tickets: tinyurl.com/4phmbhyn

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THE ALAN PARSONS PROJECT: Alan Parsons in conversation with Joel McIver

Streaming live from Santa Barbara, join Alan Parsons in conversation with Joel McIver. Joel will be in person & in the room...

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Such a top addition to our in conversation event with @NigelPlaner1, Saturday 14th November, 6pm Nigel's host will be the brilliant CHRISTOPHER ECCLESTON ! All information and tickets: tinyurl.com/mud87sca Christopher's headshot: Yellowbelly

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Heads up Louder Lovers! We now only have 4 Friday evening Passes left for Louder 2026. You choose between the events you wish to attend - THE BEST way and THE BEST value! All Passes available here: tinyurl.com/dvhwrsp2

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

What a Louder treat! Can’t wait for @irvinewelsh.bsky.social & @johnrobbofficial.bsky.social celebrating Irvine's new book - Can Nothing Save Us? Join them in conversation at #louder2026 Sunday 15th November, 6pm The Innside, Manchester. All tickets: tinyurl.com/4fcxxk5z

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Wowzers! Our Women in Punk panel for #Louder2026 is going to be a belter! Join @MollyTie, @PennyKiley, @McCookerybook & @johnrobb77 for a no doubt brilliant & pertinent discussion Sat 14 November, 2,15pm, The Innside, Manchester. All tickets/info: tinyurl.com/bddvrx3a

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

We love to include as many genres as possible and THIS will be BRILLIANT! So pleased Cathi Unsworth will be joining us with a History of Goth including music, VTs & images. Saturday 14 November, 6.15pm at The Innside, Manchester All tickets: tinyurl.com/3zpenskb @acerecords.bsky.social

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Such a treat to have this TOP event for #Louder2026! Join photographer John Dewhirst, Jayne Houghton and frontman of #TheStranglers Baz Warne sharing stories & pictures of life on the road with The Men in Black @johnrobb77 Fri 13 Nov, 8.30pm All tickets: tinyurl.com/ymcnbe84

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

So, here we go good people! 15-17 January sees us launching our inaugural weekend of Getting Louder in Belfast! at The Harrison: Chambers of Distinction Join us for the same quality, same vibe, new venue! All Weekend Passes (inc options with accommodation) available here: tinyurl.com/2msaftvs ❤️

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Soooo looking forward to Friday 13th November, 6.30pm at The Innside, Manchester Join NICK HEYWARD in conversation with @LordWakering at #Louder2026, celebrating Nick’s new autobiography FANTASTIC DAYS! Don’t forget to wear your favourite shirts !❤️ All tickets & info: tinyurl.com/yc4jexz9

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Last 6 tickets to @clintboon.bsky.social in conversation with @garethbird.bsky.social Friday 13 November, 6.30pm at The Innside The Manchester Chronicles - a brilliant insight to Manchester Music and more! All tickets available here: tinyurl.com/yp6sctwb

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

What a #Louder2026 treat this will be! Join GARY KEMP & SIMON HALFON with DARYL EASLEA for a remarkable fusion of biography & detective story 1967 – The World of Brian Epstein & the Beatles 4pm, Sun 15th Nov @innsideuk Manchester. All tickets: tinyurl.com/ymusu63t

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Our Sunday Passes give you the best option for seeing anything you choose at the best deal! Peruse & choose & see you there! The UKs biggest music lit fest is back with a vengeance - talks, performance, signings & more. The Innside, Manchester All events: linktr.ee/louderthanwords

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Another top event for #Louder2026. Join Nicky Weller, Stuart Deabill & Steve Rowland in conversation. In the Shadow of the Sun – Paul Weller and the Nineties Saturday 14th November, 12 noon at The Innside, Manchester. All tickets: tinyurl.com/7mxr7kf8

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Another top event for #Louder2026 Join gig photographer HAYLEY MADDEN for a journey through the 1990s - from crowded photo pits & dressing rooms to festivals & after-show parties We canNOT wait! Sat 14 Nov, 10.30am @innsideuk Manchester Tickets: tinyurl.com/jydys4p4 @spenwoodbooks.bsky.social

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

What an absolute treat of an event for #Louder2026. Join @paulineblack.bsky.social talking ‘My Life in 10 Records’ with host comedian #MaisieAdam Saturday 14th November, 8pm at The Innside, Manchester. All tickets and info: tinyurl.com/5baduk4v

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Such a top addition to our in conversation event with NIGEL PLANER, Saturday 14th November, 6pm Nigel's host will be the brilliant CHRISTOPHER ECCLESTON! All information and tickets: tinyurl.com/mud87sca Christopher's headshot: Yellowbelly

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Manchester University Press @manchesterup.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Have you checked out the @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social programme? It's packed with gems, including Irvine Welsh, John Foxx, Pauline Black, Nick Heyward, Clint Boon, Tim Pope, Mike Pickering, Neil Storey and Nigel Planer. Find out more here: louderthanwar.com/louder-than-... #Manchester #booksky

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

So, here we go good people! 15-17 January sees us launching our inaugural weekend of Getting Louder in Belfast! at The Harrison Join us for the same quality, same vibe, new venue! All Weekend Passes (including options with accommodation) available here: tinyurl.com/2msaftvs ❤️

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Alas all tickets for our Saturday Film Night, 14th November have now gone. Still plenty more events to choose from though! Louder Than Words Festival, 13-15 November, Manchester. Peruse and choose from here and see you in November: linktr.ee/louderthanwo...

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Gareth Bird @garethbird.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

More shouting into the void on Bluesky! @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

BIG thanks to Radcliffe & Maconie for the shout out this morning! Take a listen to the brilliant Clint Boon, guest on their show (1:37 onwards). You can join Clint in conversation with Gareth Bird, Friday 13 November, 6.30pm, The Innside. All tickets: tinyurl.com/yp6sctwb

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Heads up! Don’t miss out! Last 5 tickets to our #Louder2026 Film Night: The Dave Bush Tapes - a film of The Fall on tour in the US 1993/94 Saturday 14th November, 8pm at The Innside, Manchester. All tickets and info: tinyurl.com/mht6bw52

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Another top #Louder2026 event Join gig photographer HAYLEY MADDEN for a journey through the 1990s - from crowded photo pits & dressing rooms to festivals & after-show parties. In conversation with @spenwoodbooks.bsky.social Sat 14 Nov, 10.30am @innsideuk Manchester Tickets: tinyurl.com/jydys4p4

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

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Iain McDermott @poprambler.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Released today! The latest NOW Vault album continues to be the breakout (pun intended) release of the brand. Comprehensive 4 CD with @motorcitymick.bsky.social sleevenotes + the curated vinyl - a lesson in track sequencing across six sides. 🤩 ❓Could 1986 be the best Vault yet?❓ #1986 #nowmusic

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Another TOP event for #Louder2026! Join photographer John Dewhirst, Jayne Houghton & frontman of The Stranglers Baz Warne as they share stories & pictures of life on the road with The Men in Black with @johnrobbofficial.bsky.social Fri 13 Nov, 8.30pm, Manchester. All tickets: tinyurl.com/ymcnbe84

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Clint Boon features in November’s @mojomagazine.bsky.social @johnharris1969.bsky.social ‘Don’t Look Baggy in Anger’, celebrating his book Manchester Chronicles. Come & join @clintboon.bsky.social in conversation Fri 13 Nov, 6.30pm, Manchester All tickets and info: tinyurl.com/yp6sctwb

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Hot off the press! Latest additions for our annual #ClubCulture panel! One Foot in the Rave: Representations & Reputations of the Club Scene with #SimonMorrison in the Chair + @graemepark.bsky.social & #SteveMachin Join us, Fri 13 Nov, 6.30pm Manchester All tickets: tinyurl.com/3zbrcnkw

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

And still we keep on adding quality! Join author Peter Mills with Ryan Lewis Walker as they explore Gary Shearston's DINGO and the 'Australian-ness' of his music. They'll 'Get a Kick Out of You!' for sure! Sunday 15th November, 4pm. All tickets: tinyurl.com/hy4pvafp

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Great to see all tickets for Tim Pope in conversation with @garethbird.bsky.social have now gone! What a treat of an event we have in store! There's still tickets for other events so please do join us! Louder Than Words Fest - the UK's biggest music lit fest. See here: linktr.ee/louderthanwo...

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Great to see that all the places for our collaboration with Funky Si’s Walking Tours have now been taken up! @funkysi.bsky.social @routebooks.bsky.social Simon’s walks are an absolute treat! Congratulations to all who signed up - you’ll love it! ❤️👏❤️👍❤️ funkysi.com/tours/louder...

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

What a treat for #Louder2026! Join Chris Connelly with Mark Hoyle, talking all things Cargo Studios. A recording studio with a brilliant catalogue doesn’t quite capture it - come & discover the rich history & more! Sat 14 Nov, 2pm, The Innside, Manchester. All tickets: tinyurl.com/mu5jp4sd

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

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Louder Than Words Festival @lthanwordsfest.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Join Dan Jennings @wellerfanpod.bsky.social in conversation with Music TV Producer Malcolm Gerrie Paul Weller Live on TV - Malcolm was there behind the scenes & has the stories to prove it! Come & hear more Sat 14th Nov, 2pm, Manchester A rare treat for sure! All tickets: tinyurl.com/y994vemb

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