Annie Macmanus is an internationally renowned broadcaster, author, DJ, events curator and more. 

Annie has written two critically acclaimed novels. The most recent, The Mess We’re In came out in paperback in March 2024 and her writing has featured in the Guardian, Irish Times and the Independent. She regularly publishes articles via Substack.

She runs an incredibly popular clubbing concept, Before Midnight and is a key music industry figure championing female and LGBTQ+ artists and advocating for positive, inclusive change. She can be seen on the biggest stages of music festivals around the UK and the world, and in the DJ booths of the world’s best clubs as well as alongside Nick Grimshaw on her weekly BBC podcast Sidetracked. 

Annie has created a far-reaching presence rooted in quality, integrity, and the authentic connections that unite us all as loyal fans.

At Chelsea Arts Festival, Annie Mac will be hosting a conversation between Matt Haig and Jordan Stephens at Cadogan Hall.