Music

Live Review: Sweet Beans Deliver An Electric Set At Their Headline District Gig

On a sunny bank holiday weekend, a seemingly endless stretch of days off ahead of you, there is nothing better than heading to a gig, especially one that promises an evening of high energy, dance inducing music. Locals Sweet Beans, everyone’s favourite genre-bending, riot-jazz infused band headlined the ‘OUT OF THIS WORLD’ event at District in Liverpool. Supported by local bands Tavananna and Small Man Big Car, the whole evening was a true celebration of…

Things to do in Liverpool

Liverpool Loves Eurovision – Series of Free Events To Take Place In The City

Liverpool Loves Eurovision – a series of free events – will take place on Saturday 11 May, transporting visitors to that incredible fortnight in May last year by paying homage to elements of 2023’s incredibly popular programme which helped attract around 500,000 people to the city centre. The FREE events taking place on 11 May include: Between 1-7pm Beats on the Streets will take over Castle Street, Liverpool ONE and the Royal Albert Dock Liverpool when 30…

Lifestyle

Red or Blue: Does Football Fandom Affect Property Values in Liverpool?

Liverpool is renowned for its passionate football culture, specifically related to two of England’s most celebrated clubs: Liverpool FC and Everton FC. The deep-seated loyalties to these teams are more than just an emotional matter, and this can be seen in a number of ways. Not only does it change the culture and atmosphere of different neighbourhoods, it can even alter the prices of property. Football Fandom and Liverpool’s Property Market The age-old rivalry between…

Art Exhibitions in Liverpool

Brickworks: Iconic Works From The Tate Collection Turn The Humble Brick Into The Hero

From July 2024, Tate Liverpool will present Brickworks a new display featuring works from the Tate collection at the new gallery space at RIBA North. Consisting of sculpture, photography and works on paper it will show the diverse ways that this material has been used to make art. Brickworks will run at Tate Liverpool + RIBA North from 31 July to 12 January 2025. More than just a “pile of bricks” this display calls attention to how everyday materials…

Bars in Liverpool

Craft Brew Festival With Unlimited Beer Is Coming To Liverpool

A first of its kind craft beer festival that offers unlimited beer is coming to Invisible Wind Factory on Friday 21 and Saturday 22 June 2024. Craft Brew Festival is now in its second year, after sell out events in Manchester and Birmingham in 2023, and comes to Liverpool for the first time this summer. The beer extravaganza features 15 different brewers, street food, live music and unlimited drinks for each 5 hour event. From…

Music

Sitar Maestro Niladri Kumar Set To Mesmerise At Liverpool’s Tung Auditorium This May

On Friday 10 May, audiences have the opportunity to experience world-renowned sitar player, and maverick musician, Niladri Kumar, as he kicks-off his UK tour at The Tung Auditorium. What is the heart of Indian music? What is the power of melody? Experience the ‘the Royal Instrument of India’, the sitar, as the celebrated maestro brings an unparalleled immersive experience to Liverpool, performing in the city for the first time ever. Bringing the timeless expanse of…

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BOXPARK Liverpool Reveals Exciting Programme of Events Including Festival-Style Weekender 

BOXPARK Liverpool, the 1,500 capacity award-winning food and entertainment venue, has revealed its stacked events programme as we approach summer 2024. With an epic launch party and a serious line-up of festival-style events across the opening weekend (19 – 21 April) followed by a series of specially curated events from Comedy Supper Clubs with British personality Joel Dommett and Bottomless Brunch with Atomic Kitten to a screening of the Merseyside Derby, the opening few weeks…

Music

Live Review: Boston Manor At Future Yard

Across the Mersey and away from the busy city, lies one of Birkenhead’s best venues, Future Yard. Tonight (10 April) the 350 capacity venue is host to one of Blackpool’s most exciting up-and-coming alternative bands Boston Manor. Starting back in 2013, the band have continuously gained momentum; always striving for bigger and better things. They have 4 albums under their belt and a collection of EP’s, they’ve toured around the world with some of the…

Food and Drink in Liverpool

Delifonseca Dockside Presents: Argentinian Wine & Food Tasting Evening

Delifonseca Dockside is set to host an Argentinian Wine & Food Tasting Evening on Friday, 26 April. Kickstarting at 7pm, the event at the award-winning Brunswick Way eatery promises a fusion of the very best Argentine cuisine and wines, set against the backdrop of Liverpool’s iconic waterfront. Known for its commitment to quality ingredients and culinary innovation, Delifonseca Dockside has become a beloved destination for foodies, families and friends alike. Since its expansion during the…

Lifestyle

The Unseen Force Behind Modern Sustainability

Green technology, like solar electricity, has emerged to provide a sustainable future. As a symbol of renewable energy, solar panels represent modern sustainability. They generate clean energy and promote a sustainable lifestyle. Solar technology is transforming the world, revealing a future with abundant, eco-friendly energy. Technological advancements in solar panels Due to significant technological advances, solar panels went from niche to mainstream. Early models were innovative yet inefficient and expensive. Solar panels are now efficient,…

Music

Catfish And The Bottlemen To Headline Sefton Park This July

Multi Platinum-selling, BRIT Award-winning, arena-filling giants Catfish and the Bottlemen‘s epic return continues to hit new heights with the announcement of a massive outdoor show on Thursday 11 July in Liverpool’s stunning Sefton Park. One of the largest outdoor concerts the city of Liverpool has ever seen, the 32,000 capacity site promises to be the biggest headline show of the band’s career to date. Tickets will be on general sale at 10:00 BST this Friday 19 April. Sign up…

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My Big Fake Wedding Disco Is Coming Back To Liverpool

Imagine all of the best parts of a wedding. Imagine what really makes the biggest day of two people’s lives the best day for everyone gathered with them. In taking out the actual getting married part of ‘The Big Day’, what do you have left? Well, it’s My Big Fake Wedding Disco of course – with 100% dance floor bangers all night long. Imagine all of those glorious elements – the dancing, the joy, cutting…

Art Exhibitions in Liverpool

Liverpool Art Fair 2024 – Call for Artist Submissions

Artists are invited to submit their work for Liverpool Art Fair, which will return to the Royal Liver Building in the summer of 2024 and this year will be celebrating its 10th birthday. Liverpool Art Fair is an annual event which started in 2012, aiming to showcase a wide range of affordable original art by a plethora of local artists; providing a unique insight into the region’s creative talent and the opportunity for everyone, from seasoned…

Art Exhibitions in Liverpool

Open Call – “A Window to your Neighbourhood” Exhibition at dot-art Gallery

Liverpool Architecture Festival 2024 (LAF24) is delighted to be working with dot-art to facilitate a free to enter art competition. dot-art is an established, independent, not-for-profit arts organisation working with individuals, communities, and businesses throughout the Liverpool City Region. LAF24 and dot-art are working together to offer this great opportunity to artists of all levels to enter interpretations of their Neighbourhood. Winning and shortlisted entries will be exhibited in the dot-art Gallery located within the…

Lifestyle

Gourmet Al Fresco: Mindful Eating in the Open-Air

Introduction: The Joy of Outdoor Dining Al fresco dining marries the delight of enjoying meals in the open air with the enriching practice of mindful eating. This union transforms each bite into a celebration of the moment, enhancing the connection to our surroundings and the flavours on our plates. BBQs and outdoor cooking essentials, invite diners to elevate their outdoor dining experiences, making each meal a journey of sensory discovery and joy. Whether it’s a…

Music

Helen Maw’s Debut Album ‘Growing Pains’ Is A Soul-Baring Journey Through Young Adulthood

Helen Maw’s debut album Growing Pains was a long time in the making. The Liverpool country and blues artist has spent the past few years digesting the various life lessons that make up this heartfelt “scrapbook of sounds”, but now she’s finally ready to let them go. The result is a work that lovingly sifts through the accumulated debris of young adulthood, taking in relationships and betrayals, first jobs and fading friendships. Opening track Mine…

Food and Drink in Liverpool

Bagels, Buses, And Big Kahuna: Three New Food & Drink Concepts Arrive At Liverpool ONE

Three food and drink concepts are coming to Liverpool ONE’s Chavasse Park and Wall Street, joining the destination’s extensive line-up of hospitality operators in the UK’s most sociable city. Making its Liverpool debut, Bagel Factory is bringing its bagel-based grab-and-go concept, joining two motorised food and drink pop-ups, The Bus Yard and Big Kahuna. Bagel Factory is set to bring its fast-growing enterprise to the city for the first time, selecting a kiosk on Liverpool…

Music

Fiona Lennon Releases Anthemic New Track ‘Please Don’t Say My Name’

Liverpool-born singer-songwriter Fiona Lennon and her band – Jack Lennon (lead guitar, vocals), Jack McCabe (piano, vocals), Elliot Chinnock (bass) and Sean Burns (drums) – are killing it in the Liverpool music scene. Returning with their first new music of 2024, their brand-new single Please Don’t Say My Name was released on 22 March. The track opens with a wistful acoustic guitar section, whilst a steadily upbeat drum rhythm guides us into the first verse.…

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Cheap Brass Release Exciting New Single ‘The Only One For Me Is You’

Cheap Brass are a dynamic four-piece independent rock ensemble known for their eclectic fusion of genres. Formed in 2021, the band have been working hard to craft their own individual sound. Their distinctive style pushes boundaries and breaks conventions, in their own words, Cheap Brass “delivers an electrifying auditory experience that resonates with listeners of all backgrounds.” Their latest single promises to further showcase their evolution and musical prowess. The Only One For Me Is…

Liverpool News

The Lake House Waterloo Crowned One of The Best Wedding Venues in Merseyside

The Lake House Waterloo have been named winners in the annual Hitched Wedding Awards 2024, and were crowned one of the best wedding venues in Merseyside, with a special mention to their beautiful coastal setting.       Hitched.co.uk is a leading wedding planning platform and part of The Knot Worldwide Inc., more than 23,000 wedding vendors registered on the site to compete in the converted Hitched 2024 awards. The Lake House was declared a winner in the Merseyside…