SOME of the biggest names in the music biz are drawn to the North-west to play live. Lucky for you, 24:7 have highlighted some of the best gigs of the next few months. Check it out, if you don't want to miss out.

Badly Drawn Boy, Nov 29, Manchester Apollo, £15

Groove Armada, Nov 30, Manchester Academy, £17.50

Royksopp, Dec 20, Manchester Academy, £12.50

Doves, Dec 7, Manchester Apollo, £15