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Music
Live Review: The Libertines At Mountford Hall
After their explosive entrance into the music scene in the early 2000’s, The Libertines continue to enthrall audiences around the globe, selling out shows with their distinctive garage rock sound. Their fourth studio album, All Quiet On The Eastern Esplanade, released in April 5 this year, soared to number one on the UK album charts, a remarkable achievement that mirrors their peak in 2004. The band’s comeback has been characterised by a heartfelt rekindling of…
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Music
St George’s Hall To Host Special Silent Discos
Liverpool’s historic St George’s Hall is gearing up for a December filled with music, lights, and plenty of festive fun, with two spectacular silent discos—one for families and one exclusively for adults! Disco Kids Family Silent Disco On Saturday 14 December, St George’s Hall invites families to a magical afternoon of music, lights, and laughter with Disco Kids Family Silent Disco. Designed to appeal to all ages, the event transforms the Great Hall into a…
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Music
Ex-Easter Island Head To Play Liverpool’s Tung Auditorium
Ex-Easter Island Head will make their stage debut at The Tung Auditorium this November. The experimental band will be joined on stage by extra special guests Charles Hayward and Lola De La Mata, presenting their own wildly original music as solo artists and joining the group for open-ended explorations of material from the 2024’s Norther album.Ex-Easter Island Head are a UK-based musical collective composing and performing music for solid body electric guitar, percussion and other instruments. The group…
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Liverpool News
Japanese Fashion Giant UNIQLO Opening Store In Liverpool ONE
UNIQLO, the internationally acclaimed fashion brand, is to make its city debut at Liverpool ONE. The Japanese retailer is set to open early next year alongside Paradise Street’s line-up of flagship stores. Uniqlo’s Paradise Street location will be the ideal home for the acclaimed retailer, with the substantial double-height unit allowing it to create a truly showcase space. The brand will join the unique street’s series of anchor stores, including BOSS, JD and Goldsmiths. UNIQLO,…
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Film & TV
In Conversation – Daniel Draper & Christie Allanson of Shut Out The Light’s ‘Liverpool Story’ Film
Liverpool Story captures a year in the life of Liverpool, exploring its unique character across every postcode. Filmed in 2023, the documentary by director Daniel Draper and producer Christie Allanson captures familiar and unexpected sides of the city, from drag nights to doggy daycare, revealing Liverpool’s rich culture beyond the backdrops seen in TV and film. In our conversation, Dan and Christie discuss how they aimed to capture the true essence of Liverpool through themes…
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Music
Red Rum Club To Headline Aintree Racecourse In 2025
Liverpool’s rising stars, Red Rum Club, are set to make an unforgettable appearance in their hometown next year, headlining an outdoor concert at Aintree Racecourse on Friday, May 16, 2025. Presented by The Jockey Club Live, the band’s performance in the iconic Red Rum Garden will follow an evening of exhilarating races, bringing together live music and the spirit of Merseyside in one dynamic event. The Crosby-born sextet has been riding a wave of success…
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Music
In Conversation – Jon Withnall of New Retro Records
New Retro Records was born from a shared vision to support artists in an evolving music industry. Founders Jon Withnall, Mario Anastasiades, and Martin Tibbetts initially managed emerging artists Lois Levin and Bette Schindler. Recognising the benefits of creative control and cost-saving measures, the trio transformed their management company into a label. Their diverse skills meshed instantly, creating what Jon describes as a “dream team.” With a commitment to artist autonomy and a fresh approach…
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Things to do in Liverpool
River of Light 2024: Map Route, Times & All You Need To Know
Get ready to be dazzled by Liverpool’s waterfront as River of Light returns for another year of stunning illuminated installations! This year’s theme is “Play,” and the twelve large-scale artworks promise an experience that’s both fun and thought-provoking. River Of Light 2024: Everything you need to know River of Light 2024 Dates & Times Friday 25 October – Tuesday 5 November 2024 5pm – 9pm nightly Free! Route Map Use the below map to guide…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
The Ivy Liverpool Brasserie Celebrates Reservations Going Live With Giant Prize Vault In City Centre
Yesterday afternoon, The Ivy Liverpool Brasserie celebrated reservations lines going live (22 October) with a giant prize vault, dropped into the middle of Liverpool City Centre. The vault, planted in the middle of Church Street, was unveiled for Liverpool residents to ‘crack the code’ and get their hands on a range of spectacular prizes. The giant vault was manned by The Ivy ‘security guards’ who helped guests select their very own mystery prize from among hundreds, each hidden…
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Theatre in Liverpool
English National Ballet – Mary Skeaping’s Giselle Coming To Liverpool’s Empire Theatre
This Wednesday 23 October sees the start of a four performance run at the Liverpool Empire of English National Ballet’s acclaimed 1971 production of Giselle. The celebrated choregrapher and director Mary Skeatings interpretation of the 1841 standout of the classical ballet canon has garnered much praise for its artistic synthesis of peasant countryside life and the eternal forces of the supernatural. Giselle is a haunting story of innocence and betrayal – a timeless tale about…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe: A Step-by-Step Guide
Autumn is the perfect time to indulge in cosy, seasonal flavours, and nothing says autumn quite like a pumpkin spice latte. Whether you’re a fan of the café version or want to recreate this treat at home, this easy recipe allows you to craft a delicious, warming latte in just a few simple steps. With a blend of pumpkin purée and aromatic spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, this recipe will bring the autumn vibes…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
A Giant Ivy Vault Coming To Liverpool Where Residents Can Win Big Prizes
To celebrate the opening of the reservation lines for the new The Ivy Liverpool Brasserie, The Ivy Collection will unveil a giant bank vault full of prizes on Tuesday 22 October in Liverpool City Centre. Set outside of Next and HSBC on Church Street, The Ivy Liverpool will welcome guests to ‘crack the code’* of the vault in a bid to win special prizes, from free glasses of The Ivy Cuvée to a whole year’s worth…
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Theatre in Liverpool
Woman | Women Theatre Show Takes Deep Dive Into Fast-Paced Nature of Lesbian Relationships
A new stage production is fusing performance art and physical theatre to explore how lesbian relationships do not follow traditional societal expectations. Woman | Women is a physical and comedic show that takes an academic deep dive into the fast-paced nature of same sex relationships between women. The autumn tour also features pre-show discussions on sexuality and creativity in an open conversation format. The show, which will tour Ormskirk, Liverpool, and Prescot this November, is the brainchild of…
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Music
Live Review: Bastille Presents “&” Live ‘Candlelight Original Sessions’ At St George’s Hall
Bastille’s Candlelight show at St George’s Hall in Liverpool was nothing short of mesmerising for fans and a stark contrast to the band’s usual arena-sized spectacles. The majestic setting, paired with the warm glow of candlelight, created an ambiance that was intimate, yet grand, perfectly suiting the stripped-back performance. We felt lucky to be a part of one of the very limited Candlelight Original Sessions, described as “An extremely intimate four-part series of candlelight sessions…
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Art Exhibitions in Liverpool
Vicki Mansley To Hold First Solo Exhibition At Royal Liver Building
Vicki Mansley’s bright and expressive style of sketching makes her stand out from the crowd and it’s her love of Liverpool architecture that makes the location of her first exhibition so perfect. Having spent years drawing it from afar, Vicki will now be showcasing her first collection at the iconic Royal Liver Building. Vicki has always been creative and studied art to degree level, specialising in illustration but it wasn’t all plain sailing as Vicki…
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Music
Sigma, Kurupt FM, Jess Bays & More To Perform At BOXPARK Liverpool This October
Liverpool’s street food and entertainment venue, BOXPARK Liverpool, has announced a new dance event set to arrive to the city on Saturday 26 October, in partnership with BARCARDI Rum and as part of the Casa Bacardi: BOXPARK Autumn tour taking over BOXPARK venues across the UK. The Casa Bacardi Autumn Tour will see chart sensation Sigma, MC legends Kurupt FM, dance producer icon Jess Bays lead the bill alongside Sexy Lady Massive, as well as…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
The Hightown Inn Set To Re-Open This Month
The much-anticipated opening of The Hightown Inn is set for Monday 28 October. This traditional pub, nestled in the heart of Hightown, aims to be a warm and welcoming space for all — whether you’re a family, a group of friends, or an individual looking to unwind and enjoy great food and drinks in a relaxed setting. Led by acclaimed Chef Daniel Heffy, The Hightown Inn promises to deliver a memorable dining experience rooted in…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
The Ivy Collection To Open Liverpool Brasserie In Time For The Festive Season
This winter, Liverpool is set to welcome its very own The Ivy Brasserie, with the new restaurant-bar opening on Castle Street just in time for the festive season. Renowned for unrivalled service, excellent food and an exceptional all-day dining experience, all set in beautiful surroundings, the new brasserie is set to be the 43rd restaurant opened by The Ivy Collection. The new restaurant will be located in the former Bank of England building on bustling Castle Street…
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Music
In Conversation – Dr Orange
Liverpool musician Dr Orange is set to release his debut album Late Night with Dr Orange on 25 October, following the success of his lead single I Found You. Originally planned as an EP, the project evolved into a full album, blending introspective lyrics with a late-night talk show vibe. In this interview, Dr Orange shares insights into the creative process behind the album, his collaborations with notable artists like Jon Withnall and The Sukis,…
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Theatre in Liverpool
Review: ‘Birdsong’ At The Liverpool Playhouse
As familiar as most of us are with the word ‘war’, it still – rightly – has the power to shock. The terrible events unfolding across the world, daily beamed into our homes are tragic testimony to that and never should we become inured. Birdsong, Sebastian Faulks’ best-selling epic romance set against the horrors of trench warfare in the First World War’s battlefields of France is now more than 30 years old and remains his…
