Culture in Liverpool
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In Conversation – Keith Ainsworth
Keith Ainsworth is a Liverpool based photographer specialising in concerts, music festivals and promotional portraits. He has taken images for Bido Lito! Magazine, and has also been published in Mojo, Classic Rock and NME. We recently called up with him…. Liverpool Noise: What first drew you to the art of photography? Keith Ainsworth: I remember a gallery exhibition of black and white photos I saw abroad. It was mostly images of pebbles on a sea…
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Female maestros take the stage for Milap’s latest ‘Music for the Mind & Soul’ concert
Milap’s Music for the Mind & Soul concert series is continuing to thrive in its new digital format, with another show lined up this May, featuring two female maestros. In what will be this year’s fourth showcase under the ‘Music for the Mind & Soul’ banner, Milap will present internationally renowned sitarist Mita Nag, accompanied by the Tabla prodigy Rimpa Siva, performing ‘Raag Bhimpalasi’, which is traditionally performed during the late afternoon hours, up to sunset. Mita Nag, daughter…
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West African Griot, Batch Gueye to headline Africa Oyé’s latest online show
Africa Oyé have revealed the line-up for the sixth episode of their online series of original concerts, interviews, documentaries and DJ sets, Africa Oyé: Nyumbani. This edition of series – which takes its name from the Swahili word for ‘at home’ – will premiere on the Liverpool institution’s Facebook and Youtube pages at 7pm on Friday 28th May, with future episodes airing monthly. Featuring on the show will be an original concert, dance workshop and exclusive interview with West African singer-songwriter, Batch Gueye. Gueye…
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In Conversation – Mark McNulty
Pictured above: The original Baa Bar signage is carried down Bold Street to it’s home on Fleet Street. In the first of a series on interviews with local photographers, we start with Mark McNulty, the Walton born photographer who for well over 30 years has been at the forefront of documenting Merseyside’s cultural events… Liverpool Noise: What first drew you to the art of photography? Mark McNulty: It was a hobby at first, from…
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Africa Oyé Nyumbani Episode 4 Features concerts, interviews, cooking & more
Africa Oyé have announced the line-up for the March edition of their online magazine show, Nyumbani. This edition of their monthly digital showcase – which takes its name from the Swahili word for ‘at home’ – will premiere on the Liverpool institution’s Facebook and Youtube pages at 7pm on Friday 26th March. The series, which debuted last December, features original concerts, interviews, DJ sets, and even cooking segments, from artists across Africa and the Diaspora. The show will lead with a concert and…
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We Want Women: The Community Inspiring and Uniting Womxn Creatives
Very few womxn in the performing arts scene in Liverpool haven’t heard of We Want Women. Over the last few years, it has become highly regarded with monthly showcase performances in a variety of venues across the city. Performers are drawn to the friendly and welcoming nature of the open mic nights and there is a real sense of support there if you are performing. You may arrive at your first performance not knowing anyone…
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In Conversation – Cliff Sayer
Liverpool born and bred, Cliff Sayer still resides in the city. Having studied Fine Art here, he took a studio opposite the great Arthur Dooley’s in Seel Street, and soon was exhibiting his work at exhibitions. However, his connection with the local music scene started when in 2000 he began to make animations, and was quickly commissioned by the likes of Shack, Edgar Jones, Mike Badger and Mongooses to make animated videos for them. Now…
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In Conversation – Joe Campbell of Culture City
Specialising in high-end creative and corporate film production, music management and through their partnership with Klee Music, record production, Culture City celebrate their third birthday this month. We spoke to Director, Joe Campbell to find out more about their journey. Liverpool Noise: February 19, 2021 is a big date for you, as it signifies Culture City’s third birthday! How did it all start? Joe Campbell: Well, the first ideas of Culture City started way back…
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March for the Arts call for arts sector workers to help develop a Freelance Working Agreement
March for the Arts is asking for help from freelance arts sector workers to create a Freelance Working Agreement, to support arts sector workers in the Liverpool City Region. Artists, musicians, writers, designers, producers, project managers and other freelance workers in the arts can apply to be part of the Freelance Working Agreement Committee, who will help create a document to promote a fair working environment for freelance workers when hired. Caitlin Clough, March for…
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British Music Experience To Host Temporary Exhibition Celebrating Frankie Goes To Hollywood
The Frankie Say 1984! Exhibition will be at the British Music Experience from 29 May 2021 to 9 January 2022. No band has ever dominated a year like Frankie Goes to Hollywood in 1984. Born out of Liverpool’s post-punk scene with a brash, mischievous, ‘do what you want’ attitude – Frankie were a one-off. With their first three singles all going to No.1 – a feat previously only achieved by fellow Liverpudlians, Gerry and the…
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Christmas Countdown with Milap’s virtual advent calendar of music and dance
Fresh from the success of an incredible programme of events to celebrate Diwali last month, Milap – the UK’s leading Indian Arts and Culture Company – see no sense in slowing down, with their 12 DAYS OF MILAP programme launching in under 2 weeks. 12 DAYS OF MILAP is a series of daily surprises – fresh content and exciting performances, showcasing the best of Indian music and dance. Each day a new door will be…
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Listen to This 4-Part Podcast About Liverpool’s Black Music History
Beneath the Merseybeat is a 4-part podcast series, featuring archive interviews and music, delving into Liverpool’s black music history. The series explores how Black American music found its way to Liverpool post-war, the first impact of these sounds on Liverpool and its music scene, and how they were assimilated and appropriated. The team then further explore these themes, charting what was happening in Liverpool through the 1960s and 70s. These Black artists are so crucial…
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MELODIC DISTRACTION LAUNCHES MONTH-LONG FUNDRAISER FOR NEW HOME
Liverpool’s Melodic Distraction, an independent, community-led radio station, has today launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign to help the them secure a new permanent studio space. The team are hoping to raise £35k to cover the cost of relocating. Melodic Distraction will be supported by Dr. Martens on a range of fundraising activities including one-off broadcasts reuniting station alumni, a limited-edition zine and a huge vinyl raffle featuring donations from some of Liverpool’s most loved institutions,…
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Watch Drone Footage of The Christmas Lights At Liverpool ONE
Specialist drone footage has been captured of the Christmas Lights At Liverpool ONE for the first time ever this year as the lights were turned on and the Christmas season kicks off. And Liverpool’s true community spirit is set to shine brighter than ever this festive season with the illumination of the giant tree and famous reindeers at Liverpool ONE. The iconic 30 metre tall tree, which Liverpool has become famous for, is once again…
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Milap celebrate Diwali with a packed programme of Indian Arts this November
Milap – the UK’s leading Indian Arts and Culture company – is preparing to celebrate Diwali with a week-long programme of music and dance that can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home. Diwali is the Indian festival of lights, usually lasting five days and celebrated during the Hindu Lunisolar month Kartika. One of the most popular festivals of India, Diwali symbolizes the spiritual “victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and…
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Homotopia Festival 2020 Preview
Nobody knows how to adapt and survive to strange times like the queer community and Liverpool’s Homotopia Festival is back with a bang for 2020 and a dynamic line-up of physical events and online happenings. In a year where everything has changed, the UK’s longest running LGBTQIA arts and culture festival will reach out into new places and spaces, including a drag promenade down Liverpool’s Hope Street, a ‘Queer the City’ art crawl and a…
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How To Support Liverpool Businesses Through The New Covid Restrictions
Whilst we are still trying to adjust to the new rules and restrictions, undoubtedly it is difficult to support our local independent restaurants, bars and shops in the ways we have done in the past. However, now, more than ever it is important that if we can, we try to find new ways to help. This article aims to show how we can help support Liverpool businesses during the new Covid restrictions. Bring The Restaurant…
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Liverpool Irish Festival 2020 Preview
Irish comedian and TV presenter Patrick Kielty has been announced as the headliner for the Liverpool Irish Festival this October, as the cultural showcase goes online for 2020. The 10-day festival celebrates the connections between Liverpool and Ireland and although this year’s event will be exclusively virtual, will still feature an exciting line-up of music, film, art and spoken word. Patrick Kielty headlines the programme on 17 October with a special event called ‘Hard Histories,…
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Black History Month Events in Liverpool
Black History Month is an excellent time to spotlight history that should already be part of the curriculum, highlight incredible individuals within the city’s rich black history and celebrate black culture. There is a host of events happening throughout October from organisations across Liverpool and we’ve handpicked some highlights from across the programme. Black History Month Events in Liverpool International Slavery Museum Liverpool is home to the International Slavery Museum giving the city the greatest…
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New Brighton’s Oakland Gallery Brings Together Top Names In British Street Art
A brand new contemporary art gallery has opened in Wirral this month. Oakland Gallery exhibits a mix of contemporary art alongside pieces from artists heavily involved in the global street-art scene. Located in the heart of New Brighton’s independent Victoria Quarter, Oakland Gallery is the latest addition to regeneration company Rockpoint Leisure’s portfolio of hospitality and retail concepts within the town. Oakland has partnered with leading creative studio Our Types for the inaugural show which…
