January 11, 2010 23:14
Former Factory Records offices to reopen as a club
'FAC251' will open in Manchester on February 5
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The former offices of legendary Manchester record label Factory Records are set to reopen as a club.
Called FAC251, the club will be located on Princess Street in the UK city. Its opening night is set to be February 5.
New Order's Peter Hook is behind the new venture, along with Factory designer Ben Kelly and speaker manufacturers Funktion One.
According to Factorymanchester.com, FAC251 will host live bands and be predominantly an "indie rock & roll club".
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