Liverpool Music Artists
Features, news, reviews and interviews with Liverpool musicians
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In Conversation – Thom Morecroft
Liverpool Noise caught up with Thom Morecroft to talk about his new album and being part of 81 Renshaw’s brand new record label. Liverpool Noise: Congratulations on your new album “The Feng Shui and the Sushi”! Tell us how long it took to write and where did you record it …. Thom Morecroft: Hello thanks for having me! This album is a collection of songs; some were written when I was 16 and some I…
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Ben Burke – In Conversation
Liverpool Noise catches up with local lad Ben Burke following up on his first single Leaving Tomorrow, his Merseyrail Sound Station development programme and his current mission to bring his classic Liverpool sound to the ears of the world. Liverpool Noise: So first of all, Ben, your brand new single ‘Leaving Tomorrow’ was released on 9th August, where did the inspiration come from for this one? Ben Burke: The inspiration is a mix actually, it’s from some of my own life…
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Hushtones Cement Their Musical Style With Recent Releases and Impressive Live Shows
Hushtones are a retro alt-pop band from Liverpool fronted by Martha Goddard and Mick Campbell, the two lead songwriters, alongside Caitlin McPaul on Bass, the band creates varied songs with soaring, playful melodies and a smooth blend of male and female voices. Inspired by the likes of Fleetwood Mac, The Beatles and Kate Bush as well as more modern artists such as Sunflower Bean, Arcade Fire and Wolf Alice. Joined by drummer Abraham Tesfachristos in…
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Buffalo Riot Announce New Album Along With Socially Conscious Pay It Forward Scheme
Liverpool’s very own self-produced 90’s Rock powerhouse Buffalo Riot are back with a new sound, and it’s bigger than ever: ‘Daydream Mouth’, the record is due to be released on 20th September 2019. They celebrated their 10th anniversary as a band in January of this year, and after working on this new record for two years it seems like the perfect time to release it: the album they’ve always been capable of. The advent of…
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They’re Coming To Get You Barbara – Release New Single
For fans of The IT Crowd, this new release from Liverpool locals They’re Coming To Get You Barbara, is bound to have some heads turning with their nod to Matt Berry in their latest single Damn! These Electric Sexpants. With a flurry of singles to follow and an EP coming out in October there’s plenty to be shouting about off the back of their latest EP, Nothing Changes. Their music’s references reach and pull in…
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Music Fans Will Love This Liverpool Music History Print
When we came across The Liverpool Music History Print we knew we had to share it on Liverpool Noise. Not only are we a huge advocate of the Liverpool music scene but we are also hugely proud of the city’s rich musical history. The Liverpool Music History Print exhaustively compiles more than 350 artists / groups across more than 20 genres, 7 decades, several record labels, key venues and more. It is the ideal artwork…
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Neil Campbell – In Conversation
For those of you who don’t know him, its really about time you did. Neil Campbell is one serious guitarist and composer, whose many, many collaborations have included Vini Reilly, Jan Ackerman and the legendary Jon Anderson. He found time to chat to us, ahead of his forthcoming gig at 81 Renshaw Street on the 4th April 2019… Liverpool Noise: Hi Neil! Tell us about the creative projects that you have on at the moment… Neil…
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Music Preview: Nick Ellis – Speakers’ Corner At St Brides Church
Nick Ellis is dedicated to the concept of “Song” and “Melody”. Some people call it folk, some just call it good old fashioned song craft. Currently based in Liverpool, Ellis blends streetscape narrative-noir with a classic British acoustic approach. Following his latest album ‘Speakers’ Corner’, Nick returns to Liverpool’s St Brides Church to grace the weathered brick walls with his rhythmic attack and quick-finger lucidity. The team at Mellowtone provide evenings of live acoustic music…
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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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Liverpool band Ukebox Release ‘Stay In Your Lane.’
Ukebox bring us new feel-good music from the heart of Liverpool with the release of their latest single Stay In Your Lane. The track is now available on all major digital platforms. Stay In Your Lane is the definition of a catchy tune. By combining upbeat pop melodies with a driving bassline, they deliver a truly stand out record. The band of 5 from Liverpool perform all of their songs using a range of different…
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Artists Announced For Merseyrail Sound Station Music Development Programme
12 local musicians have been selected to take part in a music development programme designed by Merseyrail and Liverpool music magazine Bido Lito!. Following an open call to musicians based in the city region, a diverse selection of artists will now undertake an eight-week programme of activity. The musicians involved include a rapper from Norris Green, a Liverpool-based Hawaiian singer-songwriter and an indie pop artist from Wirral. The new project provides extensive development sessions and mentoring…
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Mal Hijo – Cocainer Single Review
You know with some songs, they just seem to bypass any cerebral faculties and go straight for the solar plexus? They assault the primordial senses, and stimulate those areas that evoke those sensations which just seem to come naturally – which aren’t right or wrong – they just happen. Mal Hijo’s latest offering – released just before Xmas – is one such song, and is more pagan in temperament than the usual seasonal offerings. This…
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Thom Morecroft, Limerance, EJATN and Karen Turley: Jacaranda Phase One Gig Review
It was a team effort tonight at The Jacaranda: Phase One as local singer-songwriter, Thom Morecroft performed his last gig of the year with a host of his musical friends. The evening was put together in support of Thom’s ongoing crowdfunding campaign to help produce his most recent full length album, ‘The Feng Shui & The Sushi’ which he is half way through production of. Having had his tracks played on BBC 6 Music by…
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Only Child…In Conversation
Alan O’Hare is the driving force behind “Only Child”, a musical project that has drawn many a Merseyside creative into its artistic orbit. He also drives the excellent “Liverpool etc” – a must go-to for all things creative on Merseyside. We met up with him for a coffee to discuss the new album, Emotional Geography, that is scheduled for 2019…. Liverpool Noise: How does this new album differ from your last? Only Child: It’s better!…
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Loyle Carner Collaborates With The Levi’s Music Project and Sound City
Levi’s has announced the expansion of the Levi’s Music Project to Liverpool in partnership with singer-songwriter Loyle Carner. The studio has opened its doors to young musicians from 15th November for a six-month project, culminating at Liverpool Sound City festival on May 3-5, showcasing original pieces created by the young artists throughout the project. Setting out to break down barriers to music education, a fully equipped music studio at the Liverpool Lighthouse community centre in the heart…
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Emilio Pinchi ‘Holiday’ EP Review
Emilio Pinchi is a name that’s been on our radar for a few years and for good reason. Since the first time we caught him live we always try and track him down on whatever festival stage or intimate gig that he’s on the bill for. Emilio is one of those singer-songwriters who’s music covers the everyday stuff which we can all relate to and he manages to do it in an often funny and…
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3 Reasons To be Excited For Liverpool Sound City 2019
Liverpool Sound City returns for its 12th year in 2019 (3- 5 May) and it’s been a rollercoaster ride for what is arguably the city’s biggest music festival. We look ahead to next years event and here’s 3 reasons why we’re excited. The line-up so far: The festival has announced some quality acts to kick off the excitement for the 12th year. Loyle Carner and Mabel head up the national talent on display along with…
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Emilio Pinchi…..In Conversation
We caught up with Emilio Pinchi in a favourable Liverpool hostelry, and between drinks we chatted about this and that, art and music. And then we talked about his latest release, the “Holiday” EP, his debut for local label Klee Music… LN: How does this EP differ from the previous recordings, with regard to recording process, song- writing, subject matter and themes? EP: This EP was sort of the opposite in a lot of ways. The…
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Out of Context and Planet Slop Announce R’n’B Rising Stars Gig
Out of Context has announced a new event for September, in collaboration with online Liverpool-based online publication and event promoters Planet Slop (www.planetslop.co.uk), which will feature Remée, Shak Omar and Jazmine Johnson; Friday the 7th of September at 81 Renshaw. Remée and Shak Omar are very familiar faces on the Liverpool Music Scene. Seasoned performers who have graced stages at the likes of LIMF and Liverpool Sound City, to name but a few. They have…
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Across the Threshold 2018: 2 Days of Music, Arts & Discussion This Weekend
Across the Threshold, a 2 day mini-adventure in the Baltic Triangle featuring a whole host of music, performance, visual arts, workshops & discussion will take place this weekend! Joining the festival from Liverpool, the North West, UK and as far afield as Oslo and New York City,Across The Threshold has a huge array of genre bending, mad cap creative, pop rocking acts for audiences at Unit 51, District and Hobo Pub. Add that to a…
