Marvin Gaye 'What's Going On' 55th Anniversary - Thursday 21 May 2026 8:15PM @ Cultplex, Manchester

Please arrive by event start time as latecomers will not be admitted and refunds will not be offered

Immerse yourself in one of the greatest albums of all-time at Pitchblack Playback's listening session in the dark, celebrating its 55th anniversary. Hear the album played loud in uncompressed audio on Cultplex's powerful cinema sound system. No talking; no signing; no phones; no distractions; just you and the music.

"This sounds great” — Rick Rubin
"A fabulous idea" — Jay Kay, Jamiroquai
"The optimal way to listen to an album" — Max Richter
"This might just be my favourite new thing to do" — Nihal, BBC Radio 5 Live

Ticket includes Pitchblack Playback eye mask for extra darkness.

We do not issue tickets; your name will be on the guestlist on the night. Please note that we only offer a 24-hour grace period from the time of purchased for ticket refunds.

As recommended by The Guardian, GQ, Time Out and BBC 6 Music.

Duration: 36 minutes 

Venue address: Cultplex, 50 Red Bank, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M4 4HF