Meet the Team
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Andrew Dickinson
I'm a writer and photographer based in Liverpool who enjoys writing content while using my photos to help complement my work. -
Evie Johnson
Evie is a journalist who moved to Liverpool in 2024 to study Communication and Media at university. Since then, she has fallen in love with the city and loves to write about it! Her journalistic interests range from music, food & drink, current affairs, lifestyle, and culture. And if not writing up articles, you will probably find her at a concert, shopping or exploring the cities food & drink scene! -
Helen Maw
Helen Maw is a singer/songwriter and musician from Liverpool who loves everything about her city, the food, the culture and especially the music! She's also a keen photographer in her spare time. -
Jasmine Butler
Jasmine Butler is from the Lake District and moved to Liverpool for university in 2024. A passionate music fan, she loves going to gigs and reviewing new releases—especially from underground artists. Inspired by her dad, who took her to festivals growing up, she sees music as a powerful form of connection and storytelling. Jasmine also enjoys travelling, learning about new cultures, and is a big dog lover. -
Jude Bankier
Jude is a music fan and writer based in the North West, with a passion for covering new releases from emerging musicians in the Liverpool area. From album and single reviews to interviews and artist features, Jude aims to shine a spotlight on the exciting and prolific talent coming out of Merseyside. Despite the name, Jude wasn’t actually named after The Beatles—but if you're going to have your name sung back to you by strangers, it’s not a bad one to be stuck with. -
Kevin Eccleston
Former light entertainer, radio presenter and one time poet, who has developed a strong passion for theatre, from panto to psycho thrillers. -
Kirsty Walker
Kirsty is a writer who has contributed content to everything from local papers to football fanzines, and from The Times to her own blog Lady Sinks The Booze. She loves to write about pubs and culture. -
Lauren Briscoe
Lauren is just about to start her third year studying Media at Edge Hill and while balancing studies, enjoys finding new and exciting projects to get involved with. In her spare time, she can be found being a loud and proud Evertonian, having coffee and pastries at a local cafe, or probably nattering someone’s ear off. She enjoys making her own passions accessible to other people, and giving back to those who have inspired her, by encouraging others to get creative and learn new things. -
Michael Fell
Michael is a proud scouser, and with a passion for music like most people, you'll likely spot him out on the local music scene either performing or watching. Hobbies include escape games, bouldering and spending too much on eating out. Likes cats, guitars and goat's cheese in no particular order. -
Molly Fryearson
Molly Fryearson is a 22-year-old music performance and industry graduate specialising in vocals, and a dedicated music journalist for Liverpool Noise. Alongside her writing, she provides backing vocals for a range of Liverpool-based bands and artists. A singer-songwriter in her own right, Molly has been actively performing across Merseyside since the age of 14. Her journalism focuses on gig and album reviews, with a particular interest in the rock, blues, jazz, and folk sub-genres. For gig review requests or vocal session work, she can be contacted via her music Instagram @itsfryo or her journalism Instagram @mollyfryearson_journalist. -
Naomi Campbell
Naomi Campbell is a musician from Tyrone, Ireland, releasing music as a solo artist and as a member of Motel Sundown. In her spare time Naomi enjoys reviewing gigs across Liverpool and new releases from local or touring artists. Also cat mum to Yoko, the cranky-sometimes friendly black cat. -
Orla Foster
Orla Foster is a writer who spends her days scuttling between Sheffield and Birkenhead. With bylines in The Line of Best Fit, Loud And Quiet and The Observer, she also covers art for publications such as a-n and Corridor8. She is always eager to hear new songs from artists across Merseyside - please feed her your music. -
Rach Hankin
Pet mum, musician and bedroom rockstar. Aspires to travel. Loves reading and learning. Fan of all things music, theatre and culture. Nothing beats a good night out in Liverpool! -
Editor
Founder and Editor Clare Deane channels her passion for Liverpool’s vibrant culture into every part of Liverpool Noise. A champion of the city’s music scene, a regular on the local food trail, and a dedicated supporter of arts and culture, Clare brings an insider’s perspective to the stories that matter — making sure the city’s creative pulse is always heard. -
Steve Kinrade
NHS Participator, Journalist contributing to Liverpool Noise, Penny Black Music and the Nursing Times. Main artistic passions; Music, Theatre, Ballet and Art.