McFly and Sounds of the City

Sounds of the City is an annual series of high-profile outdoor concerts held at Castlefield Bowl in Manchester. The series has been running for over 15 years, organized by Manchester-based promoters SJM Concerts. Castlefield Bowl is part of an urban heritage site—the world's first industrial heritage park. To accommodate larger crowds, designers once famously built a 22-meter "floating" stage over a spur of the Bridgewater Canal to maximize space and sightlines.

McFly, born in the UK, are famed for pop-rock hits and a raw, lively guitar sound. Known for songs like "Obviously" and "All About You", they've scored seven No. 1 singles, released six albums (two of them chart-toppers), and garnered many awards. Their latest work, "Power To Play", celebrates their rock roots. Members include Tom Fletcher, Danny Jones, Harry Judd, and Dougie Poynter.