While the number of new and beloved bars and restaurants continues to grow in our fantastic city, you may wonder if there’s an easy way to discover your next favourite spot for a bite to eat or a quick drink. Fear not, for behind the scenes making sure that you can try all of Liverpool’s fantastic hidden gems in one swoop is Gareth Boyd – founder of Liverpool Food Tours. Taking you on a whistle-stop…
There’s some fantastic music on the periphery and most importantly is there’s diversity and genre-bending artists at every turn. The number of festivals alone that cover everything from reggae to disco shows that our city truly is one that celebrates music in all forms. Often there’s bands and artists that span across a range of decades and genres, with a perfect example in the form of Liverpool born Andrew Neal, who blends genres such as…
In summer 2022 Tate Liverpool will present Radical Landscapes, a major exhibition showing a century of landscape art revealing a never-before told social and cultural history of Britain through the themes of trespass, land use and the climate emergency. The exhibition will include over 150 works and a special highlight will be Ruth Ewan’s Back to the Fields 2015-22, an immersive installation that will bring the gallery to life though a living installation of plants, farming tools and…
Jacaranda Records has launched an amazing prize draw where you can win their rare and collectible John Lennon Happy Xmas vinyl, hand pressed at Abbey Rd and gifted to us by Sean Ono Lennon and Yoko, 1 of only 50 in the world. They have limited the number of entrants to 5000, to make this an opportunity for anyone entering to have a real chance of winning this coveted item. Click on the link or…
Steve Kinrade had a brilliant, in-depth chat with Neil Campbell about his inspirations, his unqiue production techniques and much more. Liverpool Noise: Congratulations on your latest release! What was the inspiration that led you to The Great Escape? Neil Campbell: Thanks! The way I work is that I have sets of compositions that are about 60% complete before I go in to record them. At that stage they are often mainly elaborate chord progressions with…
New Noise: December Roundup For those of us who hoped that 2021 would provide something of a new start from the horror that was 2020, the new year didn’t quite press the re-set button to a state of what could be glibly called “normality”. However, where 2021 did not let us down was the quality of music released by our local musicians. And as we reach the end of the year, the high standards established…
Christmas is back in Liverpool now more than ever in full effect, with so much to do in such little time it can be quite overwhelming after all the city is well known for its entertainment! To get you in the festive spirit we have created a list of some amazing events that are and will be taking place over the next few weeks. Ranging from: magical walks, skate rolling, going to the market, meeting…
As the current squad goes, Joel Matip is the biggest player standing at a just a shade under 6’5. It means he misses out on the list of Liverpool’s tallest players of all time but not by much. Here we take a look at those who eclipse him into the top five. Who are the tallest Liverpool players of all time? Number 5. Chris KirklandPosition: GoalkeeperHeight: 6’5 The first name on our list of Liverpool’s…
Few artists can boast the universal adoration that Paul Weller does. That was visible on Friday night, when Weller arrived at the Liverpool Olympia on the third night of his UK tour. As West Derby Road was thronging with long-time Weller fans, long before he was due to arrive on stage, it was easy to see that this is a man who is loved steadfastly – this was Liverpool’s opportunity to adore him. Opening up duties were given to The…
All things considered, Liverpool have started the Premier League like potential title winners would have after only suffering one defeat in their opening 11 games. In addition to that, the Reds have racked up the most goals in the league so far after netting 31 which is four more than league leaders Chelsea who have managed 27. Indeed, Jurgen Klopp’s men are exhibiting all the signs of a team that could be crowned champions of…
Eclectic Merseyside-based label Klee Music presents the debut LP, CC001, by Country Club. Two editions will be released, the first a limited edition 8-track CD out on 19 November, and the second a 5-track streaming edition, which will hit major platforms on 26 November. Country Club, also known as Leon Holmes, describes his debut as the ‘first entry in a musical diary’ that he hopes to improve on with each new project. CC001 was completely…
There is clearly something in the water when it comes to European nights at Anfield. Liverpool are far from being the only football club to boast a rich and illustrious history, but few can claim to have matched their efforts on a continental stage. Only Real Madrid and AC Milan have more European Cup wins to their name, with the Reds rightly proud of the six that they have collected to date. No side in…
As London is becoming more expensive and overcrowded, many people are looking to move out of the capital and relocate to other cities around the UK instead. Liverpool has always been a popular place to live but these days many entrepreneurs are relocating to the city and starting their own businesses here. This is adding to the vibrancy and desirability of the city. What makes Liverpool such a great place to start a business? Cost…
The desire to make some extra money has likely never been so strongly felt in recent times. Millions of households will be desperate to see a boost in their income. Unfortunately, nearly half the population are financially worse off due to the pandemic, with many seeing their earnings drop or lost entirely through a job loss. These situations can understandably cause panic, and in that stressful time, ingenious moneymaking solutions may pass unnoticed. That’s why…
Have you been looking for ways to keep yourself occupied in Liverpool this winter? Whether you’re visiting the city and want to make the most of its attractions, or if you already live here but want to experience more, we’ve summarised some of the top 8 things to do in Liverpool this winter. Hopefully, this will help you enjoy the time off with friends and family. Top 8 Things to Do in Liverpool this Winter…
Dr Orange has returned. If you’re unfamiliar, we’ve been following his music for a while with his last track Chinatown gaining huge reviews from Clash, Bido Lito & Louder Than War to name a few. His unique mix of ‘hi-frequency rock & roll’ hasn’t waned with his latest release W.C.B.T, which proves to be another fantastic project with producer Jon Withnall (Coldplay, Rihanna) who helped create his debut material ahead of his eagerly awaited debut shows. After his previous four singles ‘W.C.B.T.’ aims to…
Esme Bridie, a name well known in Liverpool’s vibrant music scene and for good reason. Labelled as one of the city’s rising stars, Bridie writes with a raw honesty and creates stunning songs which leave an impact long after you have finished listening. Her latest offering is Tower of Regret and is a song about challenging those around you who try to hold you back and stop you from pursuing your dreams. The song is…
Liverpool is famous for many things, it’s music, football, cultural status and lively nightlife. Of course, we’re well known for the legendary Beatles and many other acts within the music industry, whilst there is a huge history in regards to theatre and visual arts, with a large number of venues available to visit and explore. Additionally, there are the world-famous Premier League football teams, Liverpool and Everton, located within the region – as well as…
The world’s first ever David Bowie World Fan Convention is coming to Liverpool in the not-so-distant future! Organised by local festival producers Sound City and the David Bowie Glamour fanzine, the convention will celebrate the very best of English rock ‘n’ roll legend David Bowie. The convention is the first of its kind and the city of Liverpool has the pleasure of hosting the inaugural event next summer. Activate Digital, a Liverpool digital agency, has…
Steve Kinrade spoke to Ambro River, about his musical style, influences, brand and what’s to come for the musician in the coming months. Liverpool Noise: Congratulations on the four releases so far in 2021, recent world events don’t seem to have blunted your creativity. To these ears, there seems to be wide ranging influences….Who are your influences? Ambro River: Thanks, no you’re right, if anything it’s only enhanced my creative output. Ambro River was formed…