Emerging Manchester musical talents given opportunity to shine at Emirates Old Trafford cricket matches

Rising talents of the Manchester music scene have been given the unique opportunity of playing at Emirates Old Trafford cricket ground this summer. Local artists have played at some of the biggest cricket events of the summer including the Men’s Ashes and The Hundred.

This has been made possible through a new partnership between Emirates Old Trafford and music marketplace GigPig. Almost 40 gigs will take place across the summer, with events set to run into September with the upcoming England vs New Zealand series. 

DJ Libby Nolan has DJ’d at numerous Emirates Old Trafford matches over the current season and is booked to play again on Friday September 1 for the international match vs New Zealand. She said: “This is an incredible opportunity to reach new, larger audiences. I’m an avid cricket follower and never dreamed I’d have the chance to play a set to a crowd in this iconic stadium. Cricket and music are two of my passions and it’s fantastic to bring them together.

“This wouldn’t have been possible if I’d not signed up to GigPig, it’s a platform which has struck up links with unique and interesting venues which I would struggle to access otherwise. I’m looking forward to heading back to Emirates Old Trafford in September. It’s going to be a great afternoon and I’ll be aiming to create an atmosphere which gets the crowd behind the cricketers!”

Michael Forster, CEO and co-founder at GigPig, added: “Live music leaves lasting memories for audiences, adding a unique vibe to events and hospitality venues. Sports venues are up there with the most exhilarating places to play a live set and generate a really brilliant opportunity for artists, and I’m delighted to have welcomed Emirates Old Trafford as a venue on our platform this year.

“Our focus is to open up the doors for gigging artists, giving them a platform to showcase their talent while earning a living. I’m absolutely thrilled it’s led to so many opportunities for local artists to perform there - what a boost for them!”