It’s the end of February. The weather shows no signs of getting any better, even though Spring is literally just around the corner. So, you could say that the arrival of a three-band pop-punk bill headlined by New York crew State Champs is a welcome sight as their UK tour rolls into Manchester. Touring in promotion of their self-titled 2024 album, longtime pop-punk faves Broadside and Washington quartet The Home Team. It’s over to the Virginia outfit Broadside to kick off the night and, given their status within the scene, they’re greeted by a crowd who are here and primed to party. Sure, they are only afforded a short time on stage, but this is a band who, having been around since 2010, not only know how to maximize their time on stage but know how to work for a crowd with as many energet...