Bob Geldof, Madness, Peter Hook, The Molotovs lead stacked ‘Songs Of Freedom’ Ukraine charity gig in Manchester

Bob Geldof, Madness, Peter Hook and more will be coming together for ‘Songs Of Freedom’ – a one-off charity show in Manchester that raises money for those in Ukraine. READ MORE: Bob Geldof on the ‘Live Aid’ musical and why “the ‘Rock ‘N’ Roll Age’ is over” Set to take place at the Co-op Love on February 3, the gig marks a night of solidarity for the women, children, and vulnerable communities affected by the war in Ukraine. Live performances have already been lined-up from Bob Geldof, The Doobie Brothers, Madness, Peter Hook & The Light, Chrissie Hynde, The Lathums, and Nick Lowe. Other names on the bill include Inspiral Carpets, Brooke Combe, Chris Difford, Midge Ure, Alabama 3, Graham Parker, The Molotovs, Johnny & The Hardwickes, The Blockheads, Schmalgauzen, Songs for Ukraine Choir, Royal Opera Chorus, and the London Metropolitan Orchestra, and more artists are set to be announced at a later date. There will also be virtual appearances from artists who cannot make it in person, including Paul McCartney, Barbra Streisand, Sean Penn, Huey Lewis & The News and Flyte. View this post on Instagram Tickets go on sale on Monday (November 16) and the event will raise vital f...