11.9 C
Manchester
Friday, July 4, 2025
EntertainmentMichael Ball and Alfie Boe to stop off in Manchester as they...

Michael Ball and Alfie Boe to stop off in Manchester as they attempt record-breaking signings across five cities in 24 hours

Two of the nation’s favorite voices, Michael Ball and Alfie Boe are setting themselves the ultimate challenge… to break a world record in celebration of their new album ‘Together Again’, out on October 27th.

As thousands of fans across the UK queue to get their hands on a copy, Ball and Boe will race to 5 hmv stores across the UK to sign as many albums as they can in 24 hours! The race against the clock will begin in Alfie’s hometown of Blackpool before they hit hmv stores in Sheffield, Manchester and Nottingham.

The pair will race across the finish line by flying into the capital in a ‘Ball and Boe’ helicopter, where they will complete their last signing in hmv’s flagship store on Oxford Street.

Their first album ‘Together’ was the biggest selling album released in 2016 and reached the covetedChristmas Number One spot that year. The album has reached double-platinum status, with over 600,000 copies sold in the UK. So in Ball and Boe style, the pair are back to achieve another tremendous record.

Of the record attempt, Michael and Alfie say, “We are ecstatic (and slightly nervous) to be taking on a new challenge, especially one that allows us to meet fans all over the country! What better way to celebrate the new album?”

If Ball and Boe are successful in reaching all five hmv cities within 24 hours, they will claim the record number of public appearances by a musical group. The record is currently held by Irish boy band Westlife, who visited five cities in 36 hours in 2002.

Access for fans will be granted on a first come first served basis with a purchase of ‘Together Again’ from hmv Blackpool, Manchester, Meadowhall, Nottingham or 363 Oxford Street on the day of the event. As time will be of the essence, they will need to limit the amount of time they spend at each store, therefore they will meet as many fans as they can in the time available

Latest

Blaugranagram Partners with 101 Great Goals to Deliver Deeper Fan-Focused Football Content

101 Great Goals has officially entered into a strategic content partnership with Blaugranagram, aiming to enrich the football experience for fans by combining their...

Left Behind by the Algorithm: AI Benefits Bosses, But Workers Struggle to Keep Up

• Senior managers are far more likely to use AI than junior staff, new study finds • 73% of leaders use AI each month, compared...

Craig Cornick Cleared of Hacking Charge in Long-Running ICO Case

A Manchester businessman has been found not guilty of computer hacking, following a lengthy investigation and prosecution brought by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). Craig...

How offering coffee can reduce employee turnover

Staff come and go. It’s simply a fact of life. Or is it? In many cases, staff leave for a better opportunity or because...
Subscribe to our newsletter
Business Manchester will use the information you provide on this form to be in touch with you and to provide updates and marketing.
Don't miss

How offering coffee can reduce employee turnover

Staff come and go. It’s simply a fact of life. Or is it? In many cases, staff leave for a better opportunity or because...

Elite Property DXB Presents: The Sobha Dubai Roadshow – Manchester

Elite Property DXB is pleased to announce an exclusive two-day showcase of luxury real estate in Dubai, featuring the distinguished developments of Sobha Realty. This bespoke...

Craig Cornick Cleared of Hacking Charge in Long-Running ICO Case

A Manchester businessman has been found not guilty of computer hacking, following a lengthy investigation and prosecution brought by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). Craig...

Blaugranagram Partners with 101 Great Goals to Deliver Deeper Fan-Focused Football Content

101 Great Goals has officially entered into a strategic content partnership with Blaugranagram, aiming to enrich the football experience for fans by combining their...

More News

Reply announces finalists for its first AI Music Contest

Reply, an international group specialized in the creation of new business models enabled by Artificial Intelligence, is proud to announce the finalists of the...

Heroin and cocaine dealers sentenced in Oldham

Five men have been jailed for their role in a drug line operating in Chadderton which was worth hundreds of thousands of pounds. Manchester Crown...

Van driver drove up to 100mph on wrong side of M60

A driver who reached speeds of up to 100mph and drive the wrong way down the motorway, has been arrested. At 7.45pm on Tuesday, police...