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Liverpool News
Liverpool Continues To Blaze A Trail In The Gaming Industry
Liverpool boasts a long-standing affinity with video games dating back to some of the earliest incarnations which were launched during the 1980s. The city has attracted plenty of foreign investment since then, most notably when Sweden’s Avalanche Studios chose it as the location for its second international studio after New York. Numerous other firms are thriving locally, developing games which have made an impact in the overarching gaming industry and its associated sub-divisions. These include…
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Liverpool News
Liverpool’s Win Win Water Secures Investment From UK Rap Duo Krept & Konan
Liverpool-born brand Win Win Water has attracted support and investment from a number of unlikely stars to take the water brand to the next level, making it available worldwide. Rappers Krept & Konan have come on board after being enamoured with the concept and product and the brand have also gained support from Dragon’s Den Austria’s Heinrich Prokop. Win Win Water, created by friends Kurt Wilson, 38, and Josh Daley, 30, is the first of its kind…
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Arts and Culture
Liverpool Makers Bazaar Spotlight on Savage Directions
Liverpool Makers Bazaar is home to a diverse community of talented creators, each with a unique story and craft. In this feature series, Pauline Neville shines a spotlight on the makers behind the stalls, uncovering the passion and dedication that fuel their work. This time, we meet Ged of Savage Directions, an artist whose journey into cyanotype photography is as captivating as his artwork. Join us as we explore Ged’s artistic evolution, his inspirations, and…
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Music
Bette Schindler Premiers Music Video for ‘I Love You’
Born and raised on a barge in Amsterdam to a bohemian family of jazz musicians, Bette Schindler is a true tour de force – songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, performer, producer, and young mother. Her music weaves effortlessly between the timeless elegance of classic jazz and the fresh, contemporary sounds of modern soul. With songs that radiate optimism, positivity, and love, she channels echoes of modern jazz greats while crafting a sound that is unmistakably her own. Following the release…
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Music
Afro Soul Star Blick Bassy Returns To Liverpool This Spring
A Cameroonian singer-songwriter deeply rooted in the African continent is set to perform in Liverpool this April. The critically acclaimed Blick Bassy has been described as ‘a force of nature’ and is known for his vibrant live performances. On his latest album Mádibá, released in 2023, Blick has chosen to address the environment, particularly the burning issue of water. Navigating between influences from both Africa and the West, Blick’s music – for which he mainly uses mother tongue Bassa – is distinguished…
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Fun Things to do in Liverpool
10 Things To Do In Half Term In Liverpool
Looking for things to do in half term in Liverpool? The half term schedule is packed with fun and engaging activities for families. From creative workshops to interactive museum experiences, here are ten great things to do in the city centre. Whether you’re exploring for a day or planning a week of fun, check out these things to do in Liverpool in February half term for inspiration! 1. Fiesta of Fire at the Royal Albert…
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Things to do in Liverpool
The Incredible ‘Beyond Van Gogh’ Returns To Liverpool And ‘Beyond Monet’ Makes It Debut In 2025
Liverpool is set to become the UK’s premier destination for immersive art experiences this summer, as Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience makes its highly anticipated return, and the stunning Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience debuts in the city for the first time. Following an extraordinary response in 2024, when Beyond Van Gogh attracted 60,000 visitors during its UK premiere, the multi-sensory experience will once again take over Exhibition Centre Liverpool. This time, it promises…
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Music
In Conversation – Luce Mawdsley
Liverpool-based composer and guitarist Luce Mawdsley (they/them) crafts sonic tapestries woven from progressive experimentation and poetic inspiration. An autistic, nonbinary artist, Mawdsley’s work fearlessly explores the intersections of neurodivergence, mental health, and queerness, transmuting personal experience into subversive narratives of gender, sexuality, place, and identity. Their creative process is a journey of discovery, allowing the music to organically emerge as a landscape shaped by curiosity and intuitive intention. Mawdsley’s latest offering, Northwest & Nebulous, released…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Boojum Is Giving Away 50,000 FREE Burritos
Having officially arrived to Bold Street in Liverpool in December, the brand is now putting its money where its mouth is and placing a seriously confident wager that they’ve got the best burrito you’ve never had! After building a cult-like following in Ireland, last year Boojum brought their game-changing burritos to four brand-new GB locations: Liverpool, Leeds Nottingham and Birmingham. Now ready to celebrate these recent openings after a busy period of expansion, the brand is launching its…
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Lifestyle
What Is The Best Type of Car Loan To Choose?
Drivers are spoilt for choice when it comes to car finance options and it can be hard to know which is best for your situation. You may also may be suitable for one finance agreement over the others so our guide below has been designed to help you on your way to car finance. In the UK, the most popular ways to finance a car are through Hire Purchase, Personal Contract Purchase and a Personal…
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Music
The North West Duke Ellington Orchestra Celebrates World Jazz Day with Spring Tour
This spring, The North West Duke Ellington Orchestra embarks on its first ever tour, marking World Jazz Day with a special performance at Liverpool’s Capstone Theatre on Wednesday 30 April, before headlining the freestage at the Cheltenham Jazz Festival on Saturday 3 May. Directed by acclaimed saxophonist and bandleader Phil Shotton, the 15-piece big band brings together Ellington obsessed musicians from across the North West, including Cheshire, Lancashire, Liverpool City Region, and Manchester. The orchestra…
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Theatre in Liverpool
Review: The Merchant of Venice 1936 At The Playhouse Theatre
A single candle flickers, a fragile point of light against the encroaching darkness. Hebrew prayers, ancient and resonant, murmur through the air, a whisper of tradition in a world about to be torn apart. Then, the illusion shatters. This is not the gilded cage of Shakespeare’s Venice, but the grimy reality of London’s East End, 1936. This production of The Merchant of Venice, a bold and unsettling reimagining, is a theatrical time machine, transporting us…
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Theatre in Liverpool
Review: OutHaus – Tenderfoot Theatre Company At Edge Hill University Arts Centre
OutHaus, a work-in-progress production by Tenderfoot Theatre Company, embodies a raw, exhilarating energy that belies its developmental status. This isn’t your typical tentative workshop performance, fraught with nervous glances and hesitant line deliveries. Instead, this 90-minute theatrical romp pulsates with a vibrant, infectious enthusiasm, grabbing the audience from the first moment and refusing to let go. It’s a testament to the company’s commitment to dynamic storytelling and a clear passion for the themes they explore.…
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Things to do in Liverpool
UK’s First Floating Padel Courts Planned For Liverpool Waterfront
Plans are set to be submitted this week for a groundbreaking floating padel facility at Liverpool Waters, marking the first of its kind in the UK. The ambitious project, spearheaded by Peel Waters in collaboration with a team of international experts, will introduce three floating padel courts and a Scandinavian-style clubhouse to Princes Dock. Padel, widely regarded as the world’s fastest-growing sport, blends elements of tennis and squash and is typically played in doubles. The…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Valentine’s Day In Liverpool 2025: The Best Events, Dining & Romantic Things To Do
Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner, a luxurious hotel stay, or a fun night out with friends, Liverpool has plenty of options to make this Valentine’s Day extra special. From indulgent dining experiences to exclusive cocktails and spa retreats, here’s our ultimate guide to celebrating love in the city. Dining Deals Botanico Enjoy a delicious four-course dinner at Botanico with a complimentary glass of prosecco on arrival for £50 per person. The menu features indulgent…
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Music
Live Review: THE HARA, Tropic Gold and Skin Flowers at EBGBS
Promoting the launch of their most recent singles Trophy and The System, Manchester alt-rock outfit THE HARA embark on a UK Tour visiting ‘intimate AF’ venues, bringing them to Liverpool’s EBGBS on Tuesday 4 February. Despite the date falling on a Tuesday night, you would have thought it was the weekend based on the queue of fans snaking down Seel Street around the venue. Minutes after doors open, the standing area in front of the…
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Lifestyle
Why Liverpool Is the Perfect City To Get On The Property Ladder
Liverpool is quickly solidifying its reputation as one of the UK’s most attractive locations for those looking to buy their first home. From its affordability to its unique blend of opportunity and lifestyle, the city is drawing attention from first-time buyers and investors alike. Let’s explore why Liverpool stands out as a gateway to property ownership. A City That’s Affordable and Accessible For anyone dreaming of owning a home, affordability is key—and Liverpool delivers. While…
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Arts and Culture
First Phase of Tate Liverpool Transformation Complete
Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram has visited Tate Liverpool today as the project to renew the galleries begins to take shape. The careful removal of the redundant components of the old gallery in the Grade 1 listed building has revealed the original brick walls of the historic warehouse, signalling the end of first phase of the project. The major reimagining of this Royal Albert Dock landmark is designed by 6a architects and will transform the UK’s most-popular…
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Music
Michael Aldag’s ‘Fantasia’: A Synth-Pop Dreamscape For A New Era
Michael Aldag effortlessly spearheaded his way to top of the sonic circuit with his breezy, synth pop since launching his solo career in 2021. With a rising social media presence and fan base, Aldag utilises his platform with innovative charisma, a position most upcoming artists begrudgingly wince at. But where his online presence is thriving, the Merseyside born artist’s music is equally as burgeoning, gaining millions of streams on Spotify. Described as the “beginning of…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
New Restaurant-Bar Kyma Opens In Crosby
Kyma, Liverpool newest restaurant-bar, has opened one South Road in Crosby, providing a Mediterranean escape in the heart of North Liverpool. Replacing a former pub, the team behind Kyma has completely transformed the space, spending over £1.2m to create a modern neutral theme with soft hues throughout, soft lighting and rustic fixtures. Representing an ambiance that you’d typically experience on Greek Islands, Kyma is transporting guests to a space where they can relax, soak up…
