Liverpool Music Scene
Find out about the musicians and bands shaping Liverpool’s music scene through features, interviews and reviews
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In Conversation – Dr Orange
Liverpool musician Dr Orange is set to release his debut album Late Night with Dr Orange on 25 October, following the success of his lead single I Found You. Originally planned as an EP, the project evolved into a full album, blending introspective lyrics with a late-night talk show vibe. In this interview, Dr Orange shares insights into the creative process behind the album, his collaborations with notable artists like Jon Withnall and The Sukis,…
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In Conversation – God’s Choir
After making waves on the Liverpool music scene two years ago as part of the DIY synth duo Lady and the Dies, Alex, one half of the group, has embarked on a new musical journey with her solo project, God’s Choir. While Lady and the Dies captured audiences with their dark synth-pop sound and unique DIY ethos, the band has since come to an end, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter. In this…
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Interail Strike Gold With Debut Single ‘Red’
The members of Interail are currently in their second year of studies at LIPA which is also where their paths crossed. They hail from Preston, Blackburn, Blackpool and Trondheim (Norway) and are inspired by the dynamic shifts of grunge and the soundscape of shoegaze. Red is the debut single from the Lancashire band and explores the trials and tribulations and volatility that comes from connections we make with people. The song begins with a lively…
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‘Do You Get The Shivers?’: Monty Havers Releases Stirring Solo Debut Single
There’s nothing quite like seeing an old flame in a new city and feeling your body go into meltdown while your brain tries to catch up. It’s a sensation Monty Havers nails perfectly in his new single Do You Get The Shivers? “The ‘shivers’ is that feeling when you see someone like an ex and your heart drops and it almost tickles your spine,” he explains. Having first tested the waters as lead guitarist of…
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The Double Nines Turn Heads With Their Debut Anthemic Single, ‘Big Shot’
Liverpool’s The Double Nines are attempting to establish themselves within the city’s indie/rock scene as they set to release their debut single Big Shot on 25 September. With members hailing from the United States, South America, the Middle East, and the UK, their music is a rich tapestry of global influences, and such influences are reflected in Big Shot. The track is a unique blend of 1930s swing and modern indie/alternative pop rock, creating a…
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Helen Maw Pays Homage To Crosby Beach Iron Men In Enchanting New Track
Having recently signed with local independent record label Meadows Records and releasing her debut album Growing Pains back in April, singer-songwriter Helen Maw has released a brand-new track, the enchanting Keepers of the Sea. This new track marks a stylistic shift away from Helen’s previous work, taking on a darker, folk-inspired tone. Released on September 13, the song was produced by Jon Lawton and recorded at Liverpool’s Crosstown Studios. Maw cites Antony Gormley’s widely-recognised art…
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Grunge Maestros The Cubical Hope To Reach New Heights With ‘That Ain’t No Way To Get High’.
After a long hiatus, the maestros of rock n roll garage blues band, The Cubical, are back with a vengeance as they’re set to drop their highly anticipated single That Ain’t No Way To Get High. The single is due to be released on 4 October and will feature on their forthcoming fifth studio album, Cut Me Like a Hog, which will be available on all platforms November at the earliest. The single and album…
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The Tung Auditorium Announce Eclectic Live Music Programme For Autumn & Winter 2024
Following the acclaim and success of its previous seasons’ since opening in March 2022, Liverpool’s state-of-the-art concert hall, The Tung Auditorium, embarks on its third year as a world-class venue, announcing another eclectic season of live music taking place throughout Autumn and Winter. The upcoming programme is packed with a spectacular array of genres and exceptional live performers, ranging through classical, jazz, electric-folk, pop, acoustic and experimental music. From September – December 2024, the venue will showcase a fantastic mix of both new…
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Live Review: No Play Festival 2024
In its second year, No Play Festival presented a diverse musical landscape, featuring a heavier lineup of local talent and international bands spanning from punk to deathcore. This year’s festival was a whirlwind of raw emotion and aggression, with every band pushing the limits of live performance. The crowd was electrified by brutal breakdowns and relentless circle pits, making the festival feel like an unstoppable force of nature. At the heart of this musical earthquake…
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New Liverpool Festival ‘Favourite Days’ Adds The Howlers, ARXX, Balancing Act + More To Line Up
As Favourite Days prepares for its grand debut this Autumn – the Liverpool festival has revealed a slew of new names who will be performing at its stages across the city. On 7 November, The Howlers, will headline the Kaz Stockroom. Receiving a raft of rave reviews for their recent Top 30 charting debut ‘What You’ve Got to Lose to Win It All’, the London desert-rockers have solidified their place as one of the UK’s most…
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Visions of Albion Bring ‘The Heat’ With Their New Single
With whispers of Fleetwood Mac, Neil Young and The Doors to name a few, Liverpool’s very own Visions of Albion are back with a brand new single The Heat. The songwriting duo consisting of Samantha Shields and Dan Ryan are a steadfast fixture on the local music scene, lorded for their sensational harmonies and enticing melodies. Currently in the process of recording their debut album, they have gifted us a teaser of what is to…
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Midnight Curfew’s Latest Single ‘Ballad’ Will Have You Listening On Repeat At All Hours
Liverpool based four-piece Midnight Curfew released their brand new single Ballad in August. Despite the semi-sarcastic song title, the meaning of the song runs much deeper than that, lamenting the rollercoaster of emotions that is falling out of love with someone. The song starts out calm and gentle with an underlying tint of regret, until it soon builds into an ominous roar of guitars, drums, strings and lush vocals as the song builds to it’s…
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Katie Nicholas Teases A New Era With Single ‘The Wheel’
Ormskirk born folk singer Katie Nicholas is set for her first release of the year, The Wheel (out on 8 August). The single is a soft and cathartic ballad featuring enchanting guitar-playing and poetic lyricism, subtly encompassed by the gentle sounds of strings and piano. The single was recorded as part of the Arts Council England x Actual Music’s artist programme which celebrates ascending talent based in the North of England. The Wheel was inspired…
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The Kowloons Set The Pace In Merseyside’s Indie Scene With New Single ‘Can We Go Faster?’
The Kowloons are quickly establishing themselves as the ones to watch in the emerging wave of indie artists, boasting a powerful songwriting prowess beyond their years. As the lead single from their upcoming debut EP, Can We Go Faster? now joins a collection of other vibrant and catchy anthems released by the group, such as Don’t Get Sad and Ignite. As lead singles go, Can We Go Faster? Certainly sets the standard of the upcoming…
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Naomi Campbell Releases Second Solo Single, ‘This is Gold’
Liverpool-based acoustic folk artist Naomi Campbell has just unveiled her latest single, This is Gold, released today (Friday 19 July), marking the second release of her solo venture. Following the success of her debut solo track, Tuesday’s News, which came out in March, Naomi continues to pave her way in the local music scene with this new offering. Originally from a small town in rural Northern Ireland, Naomi is now an active part of Liverpool’s…
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New Liverpool Festival ‘Favourite Days’ Revealed Featuring Yard Act, Sprints, Casisdead & More
Taking over an array of iconic music haunts in the heart of Liverpool, Favourite Days, is a unique multi-venue festival inviting some of the best and brightest acts from the UK and beyond to the city between 6 – 10 November. Promising five days of unmissable curated gigs, Favourite Days will be hosting a total of 12 individual shows with over 35+ acts due to star across its choice line-ups. And today the festival has announced the first bands who will be…
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California Dreamin’ in Liverpool: Motel Sundown’s Enchanting EP ‘El Dorado’
Combining the talents of Naomi Campbell, Karen Turley and Robert Johnson, Motel Sundown are Liverpool’s answer to every Laurel Canyon act you’ve ever loved. Their first album If You Were Listening glittered with influences from Fairport Convention to Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young – all delivered with the poise of a band who’ve firmly earned their stripes on Liverpool’s live scene. But it’s the pull of California which takes hold in El Dorado, an EP…
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Acid Klaus & YOBS Announced For Penny Lane Weekender Festival
The Penny Lane Weekender team have announced the next wave of acts for this summer’s festival, including Sheffield based Acid Klaus, the latest venture from Adrian Flanagan of The Moonlandingz and Eccentric Research Council, with his new electronic music project. It is sure to be an unmissable performance. They’ve also confirmed that Liverpool garage rock band YOBS will be playing. The Liverpool four piece have recently released their self titled debut album on the Fuzz Club label. They’re going to be…
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Liverpool’s Joshua Henderson Celebrates Home City On Debut Album
A talented young Liverpool singer-songwriter is set to release a debut album this week which celebrates the city he calls home. Joshua Henderson, who is a learning disabled artist, will officially launch Songs of Liverpool for Friends with a special performance at the Bluecoat on Thursday 20 June to coincide with this year’s Learning Disability Awareness Week. Ahead of that, Mersey Ferry passengers will be some of the first to hear the new tracks – which together form a love letter to Liverpool…
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Embark On A Dreamy Alt-Pop Journey With Martha Goddard’s Debut EP ‘It Comes In Waves’
Martha Goddard’s endearing voice and dreamy pop production were swiftly introduced to Liverpool’s Alt-Pop scene in 2022 with single Fighter. Now, Martha is ready to share the labours of her craft with the release of her long awaited debut EP, It Comes in Waves featuring new track Teacher and a remix of Voices by Chè Wilson. In just two years Martha has quickly earned rising status as ‘one to watch’ with subsequent airplay on BBC…
