Review
Honest reviews of Liverpool’s gigs, music, theatre, restaurants, bars, exhibitions and more — from trusted local voices.
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How to Make the Most of Your Storage Unit
With space getting limited and properties becoming more expensive, many people choose to downsize and rent self-storage units for their excess belongings. However, storage units can also be costly, especially in busy cities where the demand for self-storage facilities is high. Like any other products or services, we know that you want to make the most out of your money. If you want to maximise your storage unit’s use, read on and utilise these tips…
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Sound City 2019 Review
Sound City’s best decision was bringing the annual festival back to the city centre and its second year in the Baltic Triangle has proved to be a big success with stand out moments from Liverpool’s own Clean Cut Kid, Salford’s The Lottery Winners and headliner Loyle Carner. Saturday saw a big turnout in the Baltic Triangle and a buzz that typifies the festival, with people (us included) briskly walking from stage to stage to catch the…
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The world’s largest collection of original football shirts is coming to Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
Football fans are in for a treat as a limited edition pop-up store opens for one-month only at the iconic Royal Albert Dock Liverpool. Classic Football Shirts is the home of classic, rare, retro and vintage football shirts, and will be opening its doors at 11am on Friday 3 May at Unit 3, Britannia Pavilion. Founded in 2006 by friends Matt Dale and Doug Brierton who set up the company as students, Classic Football Shirts…
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Africa Oyé announce third wave of acts for 2019 festival
The Garifuna Collective from Belize and legendary reggae artist Horace Andy will headline the 27th annual Africa Oyé 2019 festival this summer. Taking place in Liverpool’s Sefton Park on the 22nd and 23rd of June, the music and culture of Africa and the Diaspora will once again take centre stage for two free days of fantastic live performances, DJ sets and multi-arts workshops. Leading the way for this latest announcement, and performing as part of…
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LightNight 2019 Guide
LightNight returns for its 10th year on 17 May with over 100 free events happening across 50 venues in the city. LightNight is a free, diverse, late-night cultural programme which celebrates different art forms in one spectacular night of entertainment and this year the theme is ‘Ritual’. “For LightNight 2019, we will consider ritual as a universal phenomenon, spanning the breadth of human history, and also as an artistic process by which we shift our…
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Mutant Vinyl To Release Debut Album Daffodils in Angell Town 26 April
Mutant Vinyl has been one of our favourite musicians for some years now. His music is exciting, unique and thought provoking – it’s rare that a talent like this comes along and we feel so fortunate that the LIPA graduate considers Liverpool a second home. After first seeing Edwin Pope, aka Mutant Vinyl, at Threshold Festival many years ago we were drawn in by his amazing live show. The multi-instrumentalist is a natural born performer and…
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Martin Luther King JR Mural Unveiled In New Brighton
A Martin Luther King JR Mural labelled as ‘a message of love and inclusivity’ has been launched on Grosvenor Street in the heart of New Brighton. The portrait of Dr Martin Luther King has been commissioned through Mr Davies’ company Rockpoint Leisure, who are currently undertaking a large-scale privately- funded regeneration project within The Victoria Quarter area of the town. The anniversary of the assassination also coincides with the launch of House of Lords Select…
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Junkyard Golf Club: First Look Inside
From humble beginnings Junkyard Golf Club has become one of the UK’s most popular crazy golf destinations with locations in Leeds, Manchester, Oxford, London and now Liverpool. We were invited down for a first look of the venue last week and we can honestly say it’s one of the coolest new places in the city and an absolute must for crazy golf fans. Liverpool has a reputation as a fun city and so it’s a…
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How We Spent A Spontaneous Day In Liverpool
There’s a hundred different ways you could spend a spontaneous day in Liverpool…here’s just one way. As you might have guessed already there’s nothing we love more than exploring our city and discovering everything that’s happening, from the opening of new venues to events and exhibitions we’re lucky that Liverpool is a city that is constantly evolving and there’s new bars, restaurants and experiences popping up all the time. So we challenged ourselves to step out…
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New Liver Building Clock Tower Audio Visual Experience Revealed
A world-class audio-visual experience within the Clock Tower of Liverpool’s Royal Liver Building has been revealed, ahead of the new RLB360 visitor attraction’s official opening early next month. The immersive experience, backed by an original music score, is digitally-projected directly onto the walls of the historic clock tower within the 322ft Grade I-listed structure and explores the building’s significance to Liverpool and how the city has changed in the 108-years since the Liver Building was…
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LIMF First Wave Line Up Announced
Liverpool International Music Festival (LIMF) has announced hip hop legends De La Soul, chart-topping Ella Eyre and DJ Duo Sigma amongst the line up for 2019’s festival which returns to Sefton Park on 20 & 21 July. Also on the bill is the hugely talented singer-songwriter and rapper Maverick Sabre and electro rnb star NAO. LIMF has also lined up Disco Classical – Camerata Orchestra reworking iconic disco tracks – with special guests Sister Sledge, for…
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The Roman’s Activity Park: The Ultimate Day Out In Liverpool
Ever wanted to try your hand at Roman boxing, Goat Milking or Giant Sandal Racing? Ok, maybe you’ve never really thought about it, but we think you might want to thanks to The Roman’s Activity Park! The Romans is a bespoke 1,500 sq metre park which includes eight games stations, a purpose-built coliseum, six Instagram stations and an outdoor gin garden. All participants will receive costumes, face painting and will meet and be hosted by…
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The Lantern Company To Turn Sefton Park Boating Lake Into Floating City
This February the Boating Lake in Sefton Park, Liverpool will become home to a spectacular floating city of lanterns thanks to The Lantern Company. Created with massive community engagement, the city lights will flicker on as it comes to life with an epic soundscape of original music, real-life stories and poetry. Not only will the boating lake be brought to life, but a second event, ‘Habitats’, will also light up Sefton Park over the February…
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Liverpool Author Clare Coombes Releases Fascinating Historical Fiction Book
Retelling of MS St Louis refugee tragedy through fiction backed by Holocaust and ship survivor A new book will relate the plight of the St Louis refugees to a new generation, 80 years after the events that caused many to flee Nazi Germany on the ill-fated ship. We are of Dust by Liverpool (UK) author Clare Coombes starts on the night of Nazi rioting 9th-10th November 1938, known as Kristallnacht, for all the broken glass in Jewish…
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Historic Bascule Bridge Will Light Up Liverpool’s Stanley Dock
Liverpool’s historic Grade II-listed Bascule Bridge in the docklands region has been lit up as part of the city council’s £52m road improvement project. The Bascule Bridge on Regent Road, crosses the historic Stanley Dock system, which now features a new lighting system fitted to show off its unique engineering and architectural features with an array of colours. Built in 1932, the bridge lies within the city’s World Heritage Site, is one of just a…
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PINS Boutique Bowling Alley Set To Open In The City Centre Later This Year
Elevating the ‘normal’ bowling alley experience, PINS will offer a street food-inspired menu, a quirky 10 pin bowling experience, private VIP bowling, shuffleboards, and interactive experiences. Developer D2 has secured planning approval to transform a warehouse on Duke Street into Liverpool’s first city centre bowling and activity venue. The building at 45 to 61 Duke Street formerly housed an indoor car park and will be fully refurbished to include a 16,000 sq ft development, designed…
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Bongo’s Bingo – The Craziest, Raviest Game of Bingo You’ll Ever Play
Ever since Bongo’s Bingo made its debut at Liverpool’s Camp & Furnace several years ago, it has garnered praise from everyone who’s been, becoming a word of mouth phenomenon which has to be experienced! This week they announced their biggest shows to date with very special guest – Kelis! Set to take place in a bigger venue down at Bramley Moore Dock, Bongo’s Bingo Liverpool goes from strength to strength and shows no signs of…
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Mutant Vinyl – ‘Kick The Reel’ EP Review
Image Credit: Alice Conway Photography This may sound slightly strange – but I have sometimes viewed music as in terms of night and day. What I mean by this is that to me, some music evokes the night, while others the day, For example, “Happy” by Pharrel is a massive sun-shiny day of a song; “Riders of the Storm” by The Doors is definitely of the night. And Edwin Pope’s latest offering under his Mutant Vinyl…
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The Best Things To Do In Liverpool For Chinese New Year
To celebrate this year’s Chinese New Year a three day celebration will take place across Liverpool’s Chinatown; an area of Liverpool adorned by an iconic Chinese Arch, that was gifted to the city in 2010 by twin city, Shanghai; The largest outside of China itself. Lighting up the Chinese Arch, the Black-E and The Arch, there will be projections, music and lighting, that together will tell the story of Liverpool’s incredible Chinese history and culture.…
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Esme Bridie’s Melodic Voice Blossoms on Debut Album ‘Today It Rains’
Not many new singer-songwriters can say they’ve received international airplay, but for Esme Bridie, her angelic vocals and folky music has already been warming hearts across the UK and beyond. Hailing from Merseyside and studying at Leeds College of Music, the young singer’s debut album, Today It Rains, is set for release in February through independent Liverpool music label, Klee Music. The singer’s freshness that comes with her youth offers a spark of vitality to…
From intimate gigs and bold new theatre to indie food spots, pop-up events and buzzing new bar openings. At Liverpool Noise, we’re here to capture it all with honest, insightful and independent reviews that celebrate the city’s creative and cultural energy.
Our “Review” section covers everything from live music and album drops to restaurant launches, exhibitions, fringe theatre and cocktails at midnight. If it’s happening in Liverpool and it’s worth talking about, we’re there — notebook (or phone) in hand.
Whether you want to know if a new venue lives up to the hype, what a touring band sounded like live, or whether a fringe play hit the mark, we’ve got you covered with real opinions from trusted local voices.
Music & Gig Reviews
Liverpool’s music scene is world-renowned — and it’s still producing magic every night of the week. Our gig reviews take you right into the crowd, capturing the vibe, the sound, and the stand-out moments from local and touring acts alike.
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Intimate grassroots gigs and big headline shows
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Local band launches and EP/album releases
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Music festivals like Sound City and LIMF
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Iconic venues like The Cavern, O2 Academy, Camp and Furnace, Jacaranda and more
Expect honest, passionate write-ups that give you the flavour of each live performance, plus links to discover more from the artists we love.
Theatre Reviews
Liverpool’s theatre scene is as diverse as its music — and our team is there to review it all. From big-name musicals at the Empire to gritty new writing at Unity or fringe shows at Hope Street Theatre, we offer balanced and thoughtful reviews that celebrate creativity while holding space for constructive critique.
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Standout performances and direction
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Audience atmosphere and venue experience
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What worked, what didn’t, and who should go see it
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Representation, accessibility and relevance
Whether it’s comedy, drama, experimental work or family-friendly fun, our theatre reviews help you decide what’s worth booking.
Restaurant & Bar Reviews
Liverpool’s food and drink scene is thriving — and we’re always on the lookout for the best new spots to eat, drink and hang out.
Our restaurant and bar reviews include:
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New openings and pop-up concepts
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Vegan and vegetarian food spots
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Cocktails, craft beer, wine bars and hidden speakeasies
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Local independents and places doing things differently
We believe in celebrating good hospitality and shining a light on independent, creative businesses doing great things — especially those who bring something new to the table.
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Atmosphere, design and service
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Dish and drink recommendations
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Price points and value for money
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Who it’s perfect for (date night, group meal, casual lunch, etc.)
Arts, Exhibitions & Events
From immersive installations to heritage exhibitions, Liverpool is home to a thriving visual arts and cultural events scene.
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Exhibitions at venues like Tate Liverpool, FACT, Open Eye Gallery and the Bluecoat
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Cultural events such as Liverpool Biennial
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Creative experiences including street art tours, installations and festival performances
Our goal is to help you engage more deeply with the city’s cultural offering — and support the artists and curators shaping its future.
Why Trust Our Reviews?
We’re Liverpool-based, independent, and passionate about the city’s creative life. Our team doesn’t chase hype or sugar-coat experiences — we focus on authentic, well-written reviews that give our readers a genuine sense of what to expect.
What you’ll always find in our reviews:
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Firsthand experience
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Clear, honest opinions
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Local insight and context
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A focus on indie, creative and community-led ventures
We believe that great writing helps people connect with the city in a deeper way — whether they’re a local, a student, or a visitor.