PJ Morton is a soul singer, songwriter, performer and producer based in New Orleans. He is a 6x GRAMMY-winner and 22x GRAMMY nominee who has earned numerous nominations for BET, Soul Train and NAACP Image Awards, in addition to selling out countless shows at historic venues like the Apollo Theater, Kennedy Center and others around the world. On top of running his own record label (Morton Records) and serving as Maroon 5's full-time keyboardist for the past 12+ years, he has collaborated with Stevie Wonder, Erykah Badu, Jon Batiste, Nas, Lil Wayne, JoJo, Yebba, Jill Scott and many others.
In 2024, PJ Morton became the first Black composer to ever write an original song for a Disney attraction - Tiana's Bayou Adventure, at Disneyland and Disney World. He also released an album, Cape Town to Cairo, entirely written, recorded and produced during a 30-day trip across Africa, and published a new book titled Saturday Night, Sunday Morning via Worthy Publishing, an imprint of Hachette Book Group, the memoir sees him recounting and reflecting upon a trailblazing path that continues to defy expectations and straddle the tensions of music and faith, race and culture, expression and identity.

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Club Academy, nestled within the University of Manchester Students' Union, stands as a significant cultural artery in the city's dynamic events scene. It functions as a consistent platform for both burgeoning and established artists, contributing to Manchester's national standing as a vital centre for live performance and cultural exchange.

The air within the venue often carries the faint, familiar scent of aged timber and lingering sound residue, a testament to countless past performances. The low-lit space, frequently bathed in the warm glow of stage lights, cultivates an immediate sense of intimacy, drawing audiences into a shared experience. The worn, dark surfaces absorb sound, contributing to the venue's renowned acoustic quality.

While an outdoor garden is not a feature, the venue is equipped with accessible facilities, ensuring a broad audience can engage with its offerings. Multiple bars are strategically placed, serving a standard selection of beverages, efficiently catering to the flow of patrons throughout events.

The programming at Club Academy is broad, encompassing a spectrum of musical genres from contemporary rock and indie to electronic and experimental sounds. Beyond live bands, it regularly hosts club nights and DJ sets, providing a consistent schedule of evening entertainment that reflects the diverse tastes of its audience.