The Loft reveals A-Z list of artists for the first quarter of 2026

The Loft MCR has just dropped a huge list of names that'll be heading to Manchester between January and March. Featuring Shanti Celeste, Chinese Daughter, Ross From Friends, OR:LA; read more below.

Date published: 3rd Dec 2025

With the new year just around the corner, it only feels right to get ahead of the game to see where you'll be performing your best dance moves in 2026. And with such a huge year ahead, The Loft MCR in Manchester has already sorted out who'll be bringing the vibes and tunes for the first quarter of 2026.

Releasing an A-Z collection of artists, The Loft has described the list as, "a reflection of the sound, the craft, and the communities shaping our dancefloor." Announced so far (in no particular order): A For Alpha, Shanti Celeste, Chinese Daughter, Ross From Friends, OR:LA, LaidLaw, Stella Zekri, Dan Shake, Gene On Earth, The Ghost, Zuri, and so many more. 

Heading to the venue between January and March, this is a list of names that reinforce why The Loft is so highly regarded as being one of Manchester's most well-curated and immersive club spaces. 

With dates still dates TBA, you can check out more information on The Loft MCR - here,as well as the rest of their 2025 event.  

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