Breakbeat legend Adam Freeland to headline Manchester party

Breakbeat pioneer Adam Freeland will headline a Sticky Heat party at The Yard in Manchester on Saturday 28th November 2026. 

Returning to the UK for the first time in 15 years, Freeland headlines the 250-capacity venue with a three-hour set. 

Gaining prominence in the 90s and 00s, Freeland established himself as an innovator, fusing breakbeat, electro, house, techno, and even rock influences. Building a global following through releases on his own Marine Parade label and through performances at legendary clubs and festivals, his influence across electronic music can still be heard. 

All three Sticky Heat residents will join Freeland on the night: Chris Massey, Marco Giannini, and MUDDY FEET. The party kicks off at 4pm and runs until 11pm. 

As Sticky Heat approaches its seventh anniversary, Freeland is the perfect booking for the grassroots party brand, which prioritises booking artists who haven't played in Manchester before, or rarely do. 

Sticky Heat’s Marco Giannini said: “Adam Freeland is a true pioneer and artist whose influence extends far beyond any one genre. To welcome him back for his first UK show in 15 years is a huge honour for us and for Manchester's independent electronic music community.

“Sticky Heat has always been about bringing exceptional artists to intimate spaces, and we're incredibly proud that Adam has chosen to make his UK return with us.

On a personal level, his sound has been a major influence on my own style of DJing, and his leftfield approach to music is a clear influence on the ethos at Sticky Heat."

Tickets for Sticky Heat w/ Adam Freeland are on sale now. Get yours towards the bottom of this page. 

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