Music showcase set to stream live in Preston this weekend

The Harris museum is set to host the live performance that will be streamed to venues in Preston and online

‘Stream to the Street’ is a concert streamed live from the Harris museum which will showcase popular bands from Preston and the surrounding area from 6 to 9.45pm on October 16 and 17.

The event will be raising money for local music and mental health charity We Are Hummingbird and will be broadcast to popular streaming service Youtube.

Although the event is free, people are encouraged to book a ticket online and spare a few pounds in donation to the local charity.

Councillor Peter Kelly, Cabinet member for culture and leisure said: “This is a great opportunity to support local bands at a time when it is difficult to host live events and performances.

“We are grateful to UK Media and Events for delivering the live streams and hope everyone can enjoy the performances from the safety of their own homes.”

Peter said that the finishing time of 9.45pm was to line up with the imposed pub and bar curfew of 10pm in the city, meaning local music venues and hospitality businesses can stream the concert to their TVs.

He added: “There are eight bands performing over the two nights which all have a good local following behind them.

“I wanted it to be an eclectic mix over the two nights and wanted to get those with a strong local fan base involved.

“We wanted to help a local charity that supports people with their mental health struggles because it is so important at the moment. We want to engage people and music can really help to do that and bring people together.

"Culturarly we have to reach out to people in Preston differently and this is a completely new way to do it. It is much better and more creative than someone being sat singing behind a laptop but, it has been a challenging organising the event under the lockdown restrictions. I am very excited about it."

The two night concert, streamed live from The Harris will see eight local bands perform live. Friday nights set will see the likes of David Shurr, Ivan Campo, Tilterwheel land Ginnel perform.

Local band Ginnel are among those performing at the two-day event

And on Saturday, October 17, the live stream will be blessed with the musical talents of more local bands, including Reverie, The Amber List, Steve McCartney and Saraban.

Information on booking a ticket for the live event and making a donation, visit the Stream to the Streets Facebook page.

Viewers can also visit the official Youtube channel and get notifications for when the event goes live.