Liverpool Music Scene
Discover the latest from Liverpool’s legendary music scene, from grassroots gigs and new releases to major concerts and festivals.
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Live Review: Sweet Beans Deliver An Electric Set At Their Headline District Gig
On a sunny bank holiday weekend, a seemingly endless stretch of days off ahead of you, there is nothing better than heading to a gig, especially one that promises an evening of high energy, dance inducing music. Locals Sweet Beans, everyone’s favourite genre-bending, riot-jazz infused band headlined the ‘OUT OF THIS WORLD’ event at District in Liverpool. Supported by local bands Tavananna and Small Man Big Car, the whole evening was a true celebration of…
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Helen Maw’s Debut Album ‘Growing Pains’ Is A Soul-Baring Journey Through Young Adulthood
Helen Maw’s debut album Growing Pains was a long time in the making. The Liverpool country and blues artist has spent the past few years digesting the various life lessons that make up this heartfelt “scrapbook of sounds”, but now she’s finally ready to let them go. The result is a work that lovingly sifts through the accumulated debris of young adulthood, taking in relationships and betrayals, first jobs and fading friendships. Opening track Mine…
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Fiona Lennon Releases Anthemic New Track ‘Please Don’t Say My Name’
Liverpool-born singer-songwriter Fiona Lennon and her band – Jack Lennon (lead guitar, vocals), Jack McCabe (piano, vocals), Elliot Chinnock (bass) and Sean Burns (drums) – are killing it in the Liverpool music scene. Returning with their first new music of 2024, their brand-new single Please Don’t Say My Name was released on 22 March. The track opens with a wistful acoustic guitar section, whilst a steadily upbeat drum rhythm guides us into the first verse.…
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Cheap Brass Release Exciting New Single ‘The Only One For Me Is You’
Cheap Brass are a dynamic four-piece independent rock ensemble known for their eclectic fusion of genres. Formed in 2021, the band have been working hard to craft their own individual sound. Their distinctive style pushes boundaries and breaks conventions, in their own words, Cheap Brass “delivers an electrifying auditory experience that resonates with listeners of all backgrounds.” Their latest single promises to further showcase their evolution and musical prowess. The Only One For Me Is…
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In Conversation – Sam Millne
In this interview, musician and journalist Sam Millne shares insights into his songwriting process, his mission to connect with listeners through diverse sounds, and his role in supporting local talent through MerseyMusic.co.uk. Liverpool Noise: Sam, for our readers who don’t know you, can you tell us a bit about yourself and how you got into music from your early beginnings to where you are now with your live backing band, the Virants? Sam Millne: As…
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Motel Sundown Release The Captivating Single ‘Waterfall’
The wonderful sound of Motel Sundown returns with their latest musical endeavour, the newest in a series of releases titled Waterfall, following their triumphant performance at the Black Deer Festival and the release of their single Midnight Blue. The timing couldn’t be more perfect for this collection of songs, which sees the band exploring new musical territories while still staying true to their signature style. Diving into Waterfall, listeners are treated to a refreshing shift in Motel Sundown’s sound.…
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Scouse Flow And Lyrical Brilliance On Display From KOJ With New Track ‘A Reminder’
Liverpool finally feels like it’s getting its foot back in the door of exciting and emerging artists that are pushing genres and creating platforms and a demand for their music. New scouse talent and rap artist KOJ is doing just that. His new single A Reminder has been bubbling away for the last week creating a lot of excitement. This release marks the beginning of a series of singles, culminating in an EP Villain With…
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Midnight Curfew’s Latest Single ‘Stay Late’ Is An After Hours Anthem
Hot on the Liverpool music scene, local four-piece Midnight Curfew are here to cement themselves into the industry with brand new single Stay Late. After bringing us two previously released tracks in 2023 entitled I’m Falling Back In Love (with You) and Hung Up we saw two different sides to the band musically. Varying from pop rock to a more chilled low-fi indie feel you can really start to see them experimenting and exploring with…
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Cheery’s Debut Album BLISS Is Full of Melancholic Magnetism
Cheery has released their debut album BLISS with Spirit House Records. Described as ‘Gloomy Art Pop’, BLISS explores cinematic production with flawless vocals and sincere lyrics in a fresh burst of retrospective pop nostalgia. After performing live across America over the last 20 years, Cheery creator, Katlyn Conroy uprooted across the Atlantic to Liverpool, undoubtedly having prepared herself for the all-consuming task of debuting a new project to fresh ears with a consistent run of…
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Naomi Campbell Delivers Beautiful Folk-Acoustic Debut Single ‘Tuesday News’
If you’re going to kick off a solo musical career, you may as well do it in the birthplace of rock and roll. That’s how things worked out for Naomi Campbell anyway, when she wrapped up 2023 recording her songs at the famous Sun Studio in Memphis. It’s a spot that has played host to a fair few musicians in its time – only the likes of Elvis and Johnny Cash, mind. This was a…
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Helen Maw’s Latest Track ‘Second Thought’ Builds Anticipation For The Release Of Her Debut Album
It’s a lovely moment when we review some brilliant tracks and artists from around Liverpool, but it’s even more special when it’s one of our own team members; Helen Maw! Her music stems from her lyrics, expanding outwards and enveloping the instrumentation and guiding the track into its logical flow. Helen’s latest single, Second Thought makes it her 6th release following on from her debut single back in 2019 which will be the 3rd single teaser before the…
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New Noise March 2024 Music Roundup
Check out the latest releases from the Liverpool music scene. Spring is now officially just round the corner and what better way to usher in the seasonal positivity than a track from that Scouser in exile, Lewis Evans. Only The Strong is a nicely laid back track which Lewis channels his inner Clint Mansell of Nineties funsters PWEI with the help of French rappers LBLK. Evans should be applauded from the house tops for ploughing…
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The Ultimate Liverpool Gig Guide: March 2024
Orla Foster is back with a selection of some of the best gigs taking place in Liverpool this March. Low Girl (Saturday 2 March)The Shipping Forecast Tickets Hemel Hempstead might not be known for its musical exports, but Low Girl are about to change that. Describing their latest EP as an exercise in “desperate optimism”, their pensive yet uplifting dream-pop comes laced with 80s synth influences, masking their darker side with their appetite for a bop.…
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In Conversation – Paul Iwan
Paul Iwan is one of the local musicians who operates the contemporary radar, but to those who know of him and his work, he is very much appreciated and respected. Lyrically challenging and sonically ambitious, we caught up with the man that Ray Davies of The Kinks called “…a songwriter of considerable skill…” Liverpool Noise: What have you been up to recently? Paul Iwan: Since releasing Present in 2022, I’ve been busy gigging, mainly in…
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Red Rum Club’s Fourth Album ‘Western Approaches’ Makes Waves
It’s hard to believe that Red Rum Club are on their fourth studio album. This particular record has felt like we’ve been waiting a little longer than usual from their album-a-year releases between 2019-2022 but it’s definitely been worth the wait. Having been holed up in the industrial outskirts of the city in their rehearsal space, the title of the album Western Approaches is also the name of the area in Liverpool where cargo was sent from…
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Bunny Alex’s ‘Soft Spot’ Is A Melodic Manifestation of Romance
Bursting her way into 2024, Liverpool-based singer-songwriter, Bunny Alex provides a track for all of us hopeless romantics just in time for Valentine’s Day. With angelic vocals and an engagingly hopeful melody there’s something rather ethereal about this whole track. Taking us on a three-minute journey of finding and embracing those forming feelings of love, its beauty shines through so effortlessly. Sharing a similar bedroom pop style to that of Beabadoobee and MUNA it’s hard…
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Motel Sundown Return With Upbeat Anthem ‘Lost Time’
Fresh from their triumphant appearance at the Black Deer Festival and the latest single Midnight Blue, Motel Sundown unveils their latest musical offerings Lost Time, and the timing couldn’t be more impeccable. This upbeat and driven anthem marks a change from their slower folkier style, showcasing the band’s versatility and songwriting talents. As you dive into Lost Time, it’s evident that Motel Sundown have found a new gear in their sound. The chorus, with its echoes of rich harmonies and…
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New Noise February 2024 Music Roundup
January doesn’t seem to be the longest month anymore, and as life seems to get quicker, the first month of the year seems to disappear in a flash. But the second month of 2024 gifts some great local musical releases to our ears… First up we have The Guize, who never ever disappoint. Bardo House, their new single, is full of great tune-age and riff-age, delivered with a huge dollop of Guize campness. This would…
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The Ultimate Liverpool Gig Guide: February 2024
Orla Foster once again provides a rundown on some of the best gigs happening in Liverpool this February. Black Borough (Thursday 1 Feb)MetrocolaTickets An unmissable line-up boasting some of the premier names in Liverpool hip-hop, from the award-winning Blue Saint to a headline set from Black Borough: a dextrous trio combining the skyhigh talents of MC Nelson, Dayzy and Starkey the Messenger. Expect big things from MC Nelson in 2024 – he’s almost ready to…
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Novelty Island ‘Taped Over’ EP Review
Following the release of his single 1102, Novelty Island (aka multi-instrumentalist and producer, Tom McConnell) is set to release his next psychedelic-pop EP, Taped Over. A companion record to Wallsend Weekend Television, also recorded during his time at Abbey Road Institute, Taped Over is the awaited addition into McConnell’s imaginative, sonic world. It’s a sound that could easily be praised for its dreamy melodies and solid progressions but instead takes it that bit further with…
The Liverpool music scene is one of the most iconic in the world. Known globally as the birthplace of The Beatles, Liverpool has a rich musical heritage that continues to thrive today. From intimate grassroots venues to world-class stages, the city is alive with music every night of the week.
Liverpool’s music scene is incredibly diverse, covering every genre imaginable. Indie, rock, pop, hip hop, jazz, electronic, classical, and experimental sounds all find a home here. Local musicians, bands, and DJs regularly share the stage with international stars, making Liverpool a true hotspot for live music.
The city is full of legendary venues that have shaped the industry. From The Cavern Club, where The Beatles made their name, to iconic spaces like the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Invisible Wind Factory, and the O2 Academy, Liverpool’s venues provide platforms for every type of performance. Smaller, grassroots spaces such as Jacaranda, EBGBs, and Kazimier Stockroom keep the underground music scene thriving, supporting emerging talent and nurturing the next generation of artists.
Festivals are a huge part of Liverpool’s music calendar. Events like Sound City, Africa Oye, Liverpool International Music Festival, and Creamfields North bring together artists and audiences from across the world, while smaller independent festivals showcase niche sounds and underground scenes. These events highlight the creativity, diversity, and energy that define the Liverpool music scene.
Liverpool is also home to a growing number of independent record labels, recording studios, and creative collectives. These organisations provide opportunities for artists to develop their sound and reach new audiences, ensuring that the city remains at the cutting edge of the UK music industry.
Beyond live performances, Liverpool’s music news covers everything from album launches and single releases to behind-the-scenes stories, interviews, and collaborations. Fans can discover new artists, learn about upcoming gigs, and celebrate the achievements of established Liverpool musicians making waves nationally and internationally.
The city’s music culture is more than entertainment—it’s a way of life. From buskers on Bold Street to orchestras at the Philharmonic, music is woven into the fabric of Liverpool’s identity. The passion of its audiences and the creativity of its artists continue to build on a legacy that has influenced the world.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan, a newcomer exploring the city’s soundscape, or a visitor eager to experience Liverpool’s world-famous musical heritage, the Liverpool music scene has something for everyone.