Shaun Ryder: Happy Mondays - and Fridays and Saturdays and Sundays

If you have spent any time following the Madchester scene or just grew up watching British television over the last couple of decades, you are likely familiar with Shaun Ryder. The former Happy Mondays frontman and Black Grape leader is heading to our area this autumn for a spoken word tour. He is scheduled to appear at The Factory Live in Worthing on Thursday, 19 November 2026, starting at 19:00.

This event is tied to the release of his book, Happy Mondays - and Fridays and Saturdays and Sundays. Rather than a standard concert, the evening is structured as a spoken word performance where Ryder discusses his career and personal history. He plans to cover his time forming the Happy Mondays in Salford back in 1980, the production of albums like Bummed and Pills 'n' Thrills and Bellyaches, and the subsequent formation of Black Grape. It is a chance to hear his perspective on the music industry and the lifestyle associated with that era directly from him.

Beyond his musical output, Ryder has maintained a consistent presence on British television, which might be why many recognise him today. He has appeared on shows ranging from Celebrity Gogglebox and I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!—where he finished as runner-up in 2010—to more niche projects like his 2013 History Channel series, Shaun Ryder on UFOs. He has also been a guest on programmes such as Room 101, The Chase: Celebrity Special, and This Morning. The show at The Factory Live, located at 9 Ivy Arch Road, BN14 8BX, aims to weave these television experiences together with his musical background and stories from his book.

Tickets for the evening are currently priced at approximately £33.00 for standard entry, though it is worth noting that prices can fluctuate. Given the venue's capacity and the nature of the tour, it is a seated or standing event focused on storytelling rather than a live band performance. If you are interested in the history of the Madchester movement or have followed Ryder’s career through his various media appearances, this date in November offers a specific look at his trajectory.