# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Bats / Linda Smith + support
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Event Description**: THE BATS / LINDA SMITH / THE GABYS / ALL GIRLS ARSON CLUB


A rare UK performance from legendary New Zealand band the Bats. From their early releases on Flying Nun records in the 80's they have been making consistantly great music for over 40 years, with their latest release Corner Coming Up sounding as fresh and inspired as their first record.

Support comes from Linda Smith, a pioneer of home recording and lo-fi alterative music who released music on Slumberland / Harriet Records in the 90's. Her music has a quietly bewitching quality and paste magazine called her 'a hidden treasure of America's pop underground'.

If this wasn't enough, liverpool's lo-fi pop duo the Gabys are playing. Their sound is a summery mix of the Velvet Underground and the Pastels, with a definite knod to 90's Olympia and just a hint of my favourite unknown band the Haircuts.

And topping the line up off is the fantastic All Girls Arson Club, sounding like a mix between the Moldy Peaches and Beat Happening, singing songs about supermarkets and arcade games. Their live performances are not to be missed!

Tickets available via See Tickets : https://nectar.seetickets.com/event/the-bats-linda-smith-support/levenshulme-old-library/3598196
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/the-bats-linda-smith-support/200029686442526
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 70

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Manchester
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Levenshulme Old Library
- **lat**: 53.445167
- **long**: -2.186061
- **full address**: Levenshulme Old Library, Cromwell Grove,Manchester, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Bats / Linda Smith + support being held?
  - **A:** The Bats / Linda Smith + support takes place on Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Levenshulme Old Library, Cromwell Grove,Manchester, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Bats / Linda Smith + support?
  - **A:** The Bats / Linda Smith + support is organized by Manchester Popfest.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Bats / Linda Smith + support is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manchester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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