Blossoms made a shock appearance on stage at one of Manchester's most famous music venues on Wednesday night (December 7). The Stockport band appeared at the Night and Day Cafe at a Co-op Live preview party, ahead of its huge arena launch next December.
The secret and intimate gig, which was invite-only, was organised ahead of the unveiling of the city's new £365 million arena, which is set to become one of the busiest and most important music venues in the world on the day it opens. The 'one year to countdown' party promised an exclusive set from local artists.
There was much speculation about which band would be coming on stage at the event, which saw Co-op Live team up with iconic Northern Quarter venue Night and Day for one night only. Crowds began getting warmed up to the sounds of The Smith, Oasis and The Verve.