Liverpool Music Artists
Features, news, reviews and interviews with Liverpool musicians
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Natalie McCool Shows Us What She’s Made Of With Her Latest Single
Natalie McCool is an indie-pop artist, originally from Merseyside, who released her vibrant and upbeat new single Show Me What You’re Made Of, on 30 November. Natalie has made a striking appearance at the BBC Introducing curated Knowsley Music Festival, as well as a succession of incredible shows from her tour of the UK and the US in 2022. This new song is a nod to the stories and nostalgia that characterised her album Memory…
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Thom Morecroft Releases New Single ‘The Last Day You Left Home’
Liverpool based singer-songwriter, Thom Morecroft, is back with his latest folk-pop single, released today (1 December). This stunning, stripped back acoustic track brings him back home with a personal story about growing and learning as a person. This follows his previous single, The Beast, which is an emotional powerhouse, live recording that deals with his difficult past. The Last Day You Left Home suits the autumnal, rainy weather, reflecting the feeling of being stuck inside with…
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Paint Me In Colour Are Back With A Bang(er): ‘Pity Me’
Liverpool-based four-piece indie band Paint Me In Colour (consisting of members George Higgins, Matt Johnson, Olivia Springer and Sam Pierpoint) have returned with “potentially [their] favourite release so far” with new single, Pity Me. Released on November 17, the track is their second single of 2022, following a string of releases that formed last year’s What Am I To You? EP. Sonically, Pity Me continues in a similar musical direction to summer single Better Than…
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Shut Up! And Listen To Esme Bridie’s New Single
Liverpool’s own Esme Bridie is releasing the second track Shut Up! for her upcoming EP Something In Your Teeth, bringing more talent to the City’s vibrant music scene. This new single follows her previous release, Mad About It (2022) and is a captivating, feminist track with a real hypnotic quality. Following prior support from BBC Introducing, Amazing Radio, Jazz Fm, Bido Lito, Get Into This and RGM, the esteemed indie singer-songwriter is continuing her musical…
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In Conversation – Thom Morecroft
We chat with Liverpool-based singer-songwriter Thom Morecroft ahead of the release of his new single The Last Day You Left Home. Liverpool Noise: For our readers who don’t know you, tell us a bit about yourself. Thom Morecroft: Hello readers-that-don’t-know-me, my name is Thom Morecroft. I’m a singer-songwriter from Shrewsbury based in Liverpool. I’m a very enthusiastic live performer and singer. Sometimes I sing softly, but sometimes I sing things in a big loud way…
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KingFast Gears Up For The Release of His Latest Track ‘Activist’
Following last month’s release of Feel The Love, Liverpool-based musician KingFast is returning with a superb new single, Activist. A favourite amongst local audiences in the city’s live music scene for his commanding vocals and signature use of pedal-looped guitar, the Belfast native describes his sound as “mainly R&B and Soul but a wee mix”, drawing from various genres in creating a unique blend of soul and pop. Activist opens to warm, slightly wobbly upright…
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In Conversation – Katie Nicholas
We recently caught up with singer-songwriter Katie Nicholas to talk about her music, her new EP and an exciting up-coming live show. Liverpool Noise: For our readers who don’t know you, tell us a bit about yourself. Katie Nicholas: Hey Liverpool Noise, I’m a singer-songwriter from Liverpool! I’m also a videographer and brand designer (for my job!) and there’s never enough time in the day for it all. While all these creative pursuits are enjoyable,…
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Red Rum Club’s Latest Single ‘The River’ Is A Feel-Good Nostalgia-Filled Hit
With summer behind us, Red Rum Club are still making us feel like we’re out on a sunny road trip with friends. Prior to their largest tour yet, the Liverpudlian six-piece have a brand-new single, The River, out now. This joyful, acoustic guitar-driven track contrasts with the crunchy bassline and groovy tone of the previous single, Vanilla. Following the success of their 2021 album, How To Steal The World, the band flew to the US…
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KingFast Releases Brilliant New Single ‘Feel The Love’
With the recent release of his latest single Feel The Love, Liverpool based artist Kingfast has burst back onto the scene with his signature blend of soul and pop. The Belfast native is a familiar face in the city’s ever expanding live music scene with his powerful vocals and impressive use of loop pedals being a firm favourite with local audiences. Feel The Love opens gently, Kingfast’s emotive vocals taking centre stage whilst the acoustic…
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Amelia Releases New Single ‘Moments Like This’
21-year-old soft pop singer-songwriter Amelia has released her new single Moments Like This, drawing on moments within her own life, creating a catchy and thoughtful track. The Liverpool-based pop star weaves country music influences and bluesy vocals to produce some fantastic music, with the talented lyricist cites the likes of harry Styles, Taylor Swift and Kelsea Ballerini amongst her influences. Amelia’s authentic ability to tell rich stories within her music is what makes her a…
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Esme Bridie’s New Single Is Here, And We’re Absolutely ‘Mad About It’!
Liverpool-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Esme Bridie is back with a brand-new single, Mad About It. Released independently on 26 October, the track follows the release of past singles, 2021’s Tower of Regret and 2020’s Shades of Blue, Sensitivity and Say the Words. Having enjoyed support including from BBC Introducing Merseyside as well as airplay from Jazz FM and Amazing Radio, Esme’s latest single continues in the indie-rock direction her previous work has seen her explore,…
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Keyside ‘Lights Out’ Exclusive Review
Released on 4 November is the hotly anticipated debut single from the very exciting Liverpool band Keyside. Earlier in the year the band headed off to Motor Museum recording studio with producer Ben Harper to lay down some tracks, and this is the first chapter from that recording session. Lights Out takes the listener on a journey. From the opening bars of the muddy bass, our senses are slowly awakened to full consciousness, serotonin flowing through…
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Liverpool Digital Music Festival Announces Full Lineup
Now in its fifth iteration, Liverpool Digital Music Festival returns as an acoustic live-streamed online and attend in-person event. The hybrid digital music festival takes place at Phase One, 40 Seel Street on 28, 29 & 30 October 2022. The festival is in aid of The Florrie Food Support Programme which helps people & families across Liverpool who may be struggling with food poverty. The Florrie Community Shop provides people access to affordable groceries, toiletries,…
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Liverpool Rock Band GUISE Announce Application To Represent Ireland In Eurovision 2023
Liverpool rockers GUISE have announced that they have applied to represent Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest 2023. The contest will take place in Liverpool and the band have strong Irish roots, making them a fantastic contender to represent Ireland. GUISE’s lead vocalist, Louie James’ family originate from County Armagh and she is incredibly proud of her Irish roots which is why the band have chosen to apply to represent Ireland. Louie’s late father, Nicky…
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Keyside Return With A Fresh Look And A Sold Out Gig
They’re back! Fresh from a very fruitful recording session, Keyside (formerly Keyside Cassidy) return to their home city for a sold out gig at the Kazimier Stockroom on Friday 2 December. After a couple of personnel changes, the band have found their missing link with the addition of Max Gibson on bass guitar. He joins original members Dan Parker, vocals and rhythm guitar, Ben Cassidy, lead guitar and Oisín McAvoy, drums. The band have always…
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Andrew Neal ‘That’s Where I’ll Be’: An Uplifting Ode To Finding Escapism Through Nature
Liverpool-born musician Andrew Neal is a singer-songwriter and guitarist, creating music at a crossroads of genres including Merseybeat, Rock and Roll, Folk and Blues. Following the separation of his former band The Stamp, Neal has been focusing his efforts on building his own solo discography of original music. His latest output That’s Where I’ll Be follows the release of past singles, 2021’s I Won’t Be Living Here Anymore and Paint the Dark, as well as…
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KEEF Are Back With New Track ‘Let You Down’
The alt-rock group KEEF have released their brand-new single, Let You Down. Their music itself can be described as 60s psychedelia, with a mix of modern indie alternative, with songs that can instantly light up a room. All their influences are very much shaped by the working-class upbringing, and they help capture the feeling of loneliness and disconnect from the world. KEEF continue to display their swagger in their latest single, Let You Down. Lyrically…
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Phantasmagoria All-Day Music Returns For Second Year
Independent live music promotion team, Happy Daze, have announced that their annual Phantasmagoria event will take place at EBGBS, Liverpool on Saturday 29 October 2022. The all-day event will see the likes of Tess Parks – who has not long since released And Those Who Were Seen Dancing on Fuzz Club Records – headline the event with Deja Vega, Helicon, HARKS, Fruit Tones, The Lotts and The Ivies take to the stage. Following their first…
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The Karios ‘Time Keeper’ Review
Liverpool’s latest up and coming rock band The Karios have released a new single called Time Keeper. After emerging from a hiatus in February 2022, selling out Hebbie Jebbies with their comeback headline. Since then, they have gone from strength to strength, recently going on tour of the UK and releasing their new single in the meantime. Time Keeper starts with a captivating guitar riff, then met by pounding drums and bass which kicks the…
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Only Child Tenth Anniversary Celebration Coming To LEAF Bold Street
Mellowtone are bringing Only Child’s Tenth Anniversary Celebration to LEAF on Bold Street, with special guests The Folk Doctors and Dorothy Bird. Mellowtone presents Alan O’Hare’s eclectic folk ensemble Only Child as they celebrate their tenth anniversary with a special gig featuring a string quartet and the launch of their first ever vinyl album Looking Forward To Looking Back. Featuring ten songs remastered for 2022 by Pete Maher (U2), including Scouse, Accidental Englishman, William Ralph…
