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Founder and Editor, Clare Deane, shares her passion for all the amazing things happening in Liverpool. With a love of the local Liverpool music scene, dining out a couple of times a week and immersing herself in to all things arts and culture she's in a pretty good place to create some Liverpool Noise.
  • Music
    Record Stores In Liverpool - Dead Air Records

    Record Store Day 2025 In Liverpool: Liverpool’s Record Stores Gear Up for Vinyl Frenzy

    April 12th will see Liverpool’s vinyl addicts queueing from the early morning to get their hands on limited releases and support their local music shop, as Record Store Day 2025 arrives.  Record Store Day is the biggest day in the calendar for independent and chain stores alike. Founded in the US in 2007 to help drive awareness and custom to stores which had seen sales drop with the advent of digital music, RSD now includes…

  • Liverpool News
    The Cardboard Caterpillar Learning Session

    The Cardboard Caterpillar: How Michelle Moore is Helping Kids Start School with Confidence

    Starting school is a huge milestone for any child, but for many, the transition can feel overwhelming. That’s where The Cardboard Caterpillar comes in. Founded by Michelle Moore in 2021, this innovative learning hub is dedicated to ensuring children are school-ready, offering a structured School Readiness Program and personalised tuition for older kids. With primary school places soon to be announced, we spoke to Michelle about the importance of early years education, practical tips for…

  • Arts and Culture
    Liverpool Biennial 2025

    Liverpool Biennial 2025 Unveils ‘BEDROCK’ Theme and Participating Artists

    The 13th edition of Liverpool Biennial, titled ‘BEDROCK’, will take place 7 June – 14 September 2025, curated by Marie-Anne McQuay. The theme draws on Liverpool’s distinctive geography and the beliefs which underpin the city. It is inspired by the sandstone which spans the city region and is found in its distinctive architecture. ‘BEDROCK’ also acts as a metaphor for the social foundations of Liverpool and the people, places and values that ground all of…

  • Lifestyle
    How To Create A Cosy Outdoor Retreat At Home In Liverpool

    How To Create A Cosy Outdoor Retreat At Home In Liverpool

    Spending time outdoors is a simple pleasure, and even in a city like Liverpool, where space might be limited and the weather unpredictable, it’s still possible to carve out your own slice of serenity. Whether you’ve got a modest courtyard in Toxteth, a shaded terrace in Aigburth, or a compact balcony in the Georgian Quarter, you can turn it into a peaceful retreat with the right touches. A mix of practical planning and personal style,…

  • Review
    Lake House Waterloo will host The Future Self Project by Kirsty Doyle

    The Future Self Project: Kirsty Doyle’s Mini Retreat For Mothers & Daughters

    Renowned fashion designer Kirsty Doyle is thrilled to introduce The Future Self Project, a unique and empowering mini retreat designed for mothers and daughters to connect, unwind, and be inspired. The event is sponsored by Doll Beauty and taking place at the picturesque Lake House in Waterloo on 11 May 2025, this special event will be an enriching experience for all who attend. As a mother of two and a dedicated entrepreneur, Kirsty Doyle understands the challenges…

  • Festivals
    Everyone Says Hi - Credit Stewart Baxter

    Sound City 2025 Just Got Bigger: New Artists Added To The Lineup

    With less than a month to go, the countdown to Sound City 2025 is well and truly on. With over 50 names already revealed, Sound City have dropped even more additions ensuring that at each turn there’s an exciting new name or current beloved new favourite to be seen and a new favourite band to be discovered. Sound City 2025 Latest Artist Announcement Joining the lineup today are the likes of indie supergroup Everyone Says…

  • Things to do in Liverpool
    Immersive Tea Experience

    A Tea Lover’s Dream: LEAF’s Immersive Tea Experience Returns

    LEAF and audio specialists Echo Chamber’s Immersive Tea Experience returns to Liverpool on Wednesday 23 April for a fantastic evening focused on tea and wellness. LEAF know a thing or two about tea – it’s in their DNA. They embrace tea rituals and its culture as a way of being and tea is certainly enjoying its renaissance in as the benefits of loose-leaf tea continue to proliferate in Liverpool and across the UK. From unwinding…

  • Film & TV
    Liverpool Film Showreel

    Liverpool Film Office Celebrates 35th Anniversary With Incredible New Showreel

    Liverpool is rolling out the red carpet for film fans worldwide as Liverpool Film Office marks its 35th anniversary with a breathtaking new showreel, celebrating the region’s starring role on screen. Produced by award-winning Liverpool-based LA Productions and curated by renowned creative director Chris Bernard – whose debut film ‘Letter to Brezhnev’ premiered the same year the Film Office was founded – the showreel captures the magic of Liverpool City Region on film over the past…

  • Fun Things to do in Liverpool
    Royal Albert Dock Bunny Tail Trail

    The Bunny Tail Trail Returns To Royal Albert Dock This Easter

    This Easter, Royal Albert Dock is once again inviting families and children to take part in its hugely popular Bunny Tail Trail, a free, family adventure taking place on Liverpool’s iconic waterfront, running from 7 – 21 April.  This year’s trail promises even more excitement, where children must solve the rabbit riddles and help the Easter Bunny track down his missing golden carrot to be in with the chance of winning an incredible dock prize. …

  • Liverpool News
    Autism Acceptance Month 2025 - Chloe Jones, Fundraising Officer at Autism Together

    Merseyside Charity Invites Community To Help Celebrate Autism Acceptance This April

    A Merseyside charity dedicated to autism support is calling on individuals, communities, and schools to join in celebrating autism and autistic people this April. April 2nd marked World Autism Awareness Day, and Bromborough-based Autism Together is encouraging everyone to continue learning about and reflecting on autism throughout the entire of April, as part of Autism Acceptance Month. To support this initiative, the charity is offering free downloadable resources from its website and encouraging people to…

  • Food and Drink in Liverpool
    New Greek Restaurant Zeus Taverna Now Open On Castle Street

    New Greek Restaurant Zeus Taverna Now Open On Castle Street 

    Zeus Taverna opens its doors this Thursday 3 April on the bustling foodie street that is Castle Street, in the heart of Liverpool City Centre. A Greek restaurant bringing a taste of the sun-kissed Mediterranean to the region. First reported back in Decemeber, Zeus Taverna promises a world inspired by the popular holiday island of Santorini. The restaurant boasts textured whitewashed walls framed by turquoise blues creating the feel of a traditional Greek taverna, along with…

  • Things to do in Liverpool
    Helios Liverpool Cathedral. Credit Gareth Jones

    Luke Jerram’s Helios at Liverpool Cathedral: Experience the Sun Like Never Before

    Get ready to bask in the brilliance of Helios, the awe-inspiring illuminated sculpture of the Sun, on display at Liverpool Cathedral from 4 April – 9 May 2025. For the first time ever, the UK’s largest cathedral will host this dazzling masterpiece by world-renowned British artist Luke Jerram. Following the success of Museum of the Moon and Gaia, Helios promises to be another unforgettable experience. Special Programme of Events To complement Helios, Liverpool Cathedral has…

  • Bars in Liverpool
    Black Cat Club Opening In Liverpool

    Black Cat Club To Launch At Liverpool’s Exchange Flags This May

    Liverpool is set to welcome an exciting new venue this spring as Black Cat Club prepares to open its doors at Exchange Flags on May 9, 2025. Combining premium cocktails, social gaming, and live sports entertainment, Black Cat Club aims to offer a sophisticated setting for both daytime gatherings and late-night socials. Guests can challenge friends to shuffleboard, test their aim with interactive darts, or relax in the spacious outdoor courtyard—a sunlit spot perfect for…

  • Music
    Esme Bridie

    In Conversation – Esme Bridie

    Angry Girl, Honest Songs: Esme’s Emotional Core… Esme Bridie, a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist living in Liverpool, presents a captivating dichotomy. Beneath her seemingly sweet exterior lies a self-proclaimed ‘angry girl,’ a raw honesty that permeates her music. With intricate guitar lines and deeply emotive vocals, Esme crafts songs that resonate with an intimate intensity. Her live performances further amplify this, drawing audiences into her personal world before unleashing the power of her driving band arrangements.…

  • Arts and Culture
    Katherine Senior - Spitfire Girls

    In Conversation – Actress And Playwright, Katherine Senior

    During World War II, a group of women defied expectations, taking to the skies to ferry vital aircraft. Their extraordinary true stories, marked by courage, loss, and unwavering hope, form the heart of Spitfire Girls. This new play, a co-production by Tilted Wig and MAST Mayflower Productions, is currently touring the UK, landing at Shakespeare North Playhouse from April 23rd-26th, 2025. Liverpool Noise‘s Steve Kinrade sat down with actress and playwright Katherine Senior to delve…

  • Music
    The Tusks Band

    The Tusks Bring Anthemic Energy With Debut Single ‘Will Your Thoughts Ever Come Home?’

    The Tusks have released their debut track, Will Your Thoughts Ever Come Home?, and it’s a captivating addition to the local indie rock scene. The song showcases the band’s signature sound, blending distorted guitar riffs with a driving rhythm section that features punchy drums and a solid bass line. The catchy, repetitive lead guitar melody is infectious, drawing listeners in and making it impossible not to tap your feet along. In my opinion, Will Your…

  • Everton FC
    Everton FC Second Test Event at New Stadium - Bramley Moore

    Everton FC In Focus: Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue

    The word I’d use to sum up the second test event at Bramley Moore is anticipation. The palpable anticipation of 25,000 Evertonian’s, the anticipation and pride on the faces of those involved in the making, and the anticipation of what to expect, come August, from the council. With the history, memories, and atmosphere that comes with Goodison, the new Everton Stadium at Bramley Moore has a lot to live up to. The authenticity of L4…

  • Theatre in Liverpool
    The Intrusion Liverpool's Unity Theatre

    Review: The Intrusion At Unity Theatre

    Performance and Precision: A Masterclass in Immersive Theatrical Storytelling The anticipatory atmosphere at Unity Theatre, Liverpool was palpable, heightened by an unusual pre-show ritual. Upon entering, each audience member was handed a slip of paper, a stark invitation to confront mortality by documenting their imagined final moments before a world-ending catastrophe. This seemingly simple act proved to be a masterstroke, a subtle yet profound prelude that would resonate throughout the evening’s theatrical experience, embedding the…

  • Things to do in Liverpool
    Borealis Liverpool - credit Mark McNulty

    Important Information For Last Weekend of Borealis At The Royal Albert Dock

    This weekend is the last chance to experience Dan Acher’s world-renowned art installation, Borealis, at Royal Albert Dock and the organisers have announced some important information for visitors to have the best experience. The captivating display, which gives the illusion of the Aurora Borealis, is located on the dock’s Hartley Quay next to The Pump House, and has been available to see each evening from 7-10pm. With the last day being the 30th March, both…

  • Food and Drink in Liverpool
    The Ivy Liverpool Brasserie Reveals Special Grand National Menu

    The Ivy Liverpool Brasserie Reveals Special Grand National Menu

    The Ivy Liverpool Brasserie has revealed that it is this year’s sponsor of The Liverpool Hurdle at the Randox Grand National 2025 which will see the race renamed The Ivy Liverpool Hurdle. Marking its first Randox Grand National Festival, The Ivy Liverpool will celebrate its involvement in the iconic three day event with a special offering for guests arranging pre-race Champagne breakfasts or post-race dinners. Ensuring guests off to the races start their day in…