After teenager Anthony Walker was murdered in 2008, the Liverpool legend, John Barnes launched an anti-racism hope in the city of Liverpool in order to reduce the bridge enmity that has plundered the city and the white cadre as a whole for many years. In fact, the Liverpool legend was an aura of hope to many black living in the Liverpool city and beyond during his spell at the Anfield as a player where he…
There’s one thing that can be said about the current live music scene, boosted from the depths, is that its diversity and quality never fails to amaze us. Relatively fresh from their debut singles Don’t You Wait For Me and The Night Don’t Give No Love in November 2018, The Heavy North have leap-frogged from gig to gig and picking up momentum as they go. Championed by the likes of BBC’s Janice Long and Chris…
Every successful record label out there will tell you that having the right marketing strategy and branding will make a major difference in helping you find the right artists. However, the luxury of super creative resources and a massive marketing budget is rare, especially when you are a small record label. Fortunately, the growing popularity of Instagram among artists and musicians has made it a great platform for marketing and promoting record labels. In this…
On a cold, rainy October night, it is tempting to not want to venture out, even to a gig. However, when the two bands performing are The Belgrave House Band and Sweet Beans and the venue is Future Yard, how could anyone resist? Arriving at Future Yard, the familiar buzz of a live gig was in the air. People were sitting around and chatting, the bar was busy and the faintest hint of a sound…
Fresh off the back of successful performances at Liverpool’s Sound City Festival and Florrie Fest supporting the magnificent Red Rum Club, Katy Alex has released her brilliant new single Maliblues, a dreamy, dance along track, but one which asks deeper questions about materialistic tendencies and the hollowness that can come with seeming to have it all. Earlier this year, Alex released a six-track demo EP exclusively on SoundCloud and released two dance songs via Immersive…
Sound City made a triumphant comeback last weekend and for the first time in a long time things felt kind of normal. The festival’s return to city centre venues certainly brought back some nostalgia as well as acting as a reminder of what life felt like pre-pandemic. It felt good to be heading from venue to venue, despite the bad weather and some full capacity lockouts at certain times over the three days. There was…
Steve Kinrade caught up with Christy Bellis to discuss her debut EP, her style, influences, subject matter and more. Liverpool Noise: Congratulations on your debut EP – Human Nature! Considering it’s your first ever release, the songwriting and production is very accomplished. I personally like the eclectic songwriting styles and the hint of an Eighties production. Were these conscious elements that you drew upon when you started the creative process? Christy Bellis: Thank you so…
Do you own a local business? Whether it’s a bar or restaurant, hardware store, or contracting service, the internet can help you boost your lead generation and your sales. Many business owners assume that they don’t need the internet to market their business. After all, they only serve a niche community in a city or town, right? Many business owners who decide to develop a website for their company only use it as an information…
Italian synthwave artist, Gangalistics has released his new video-single, cinematically shot across Liverpool and North Wales. Music producer, Gabriele Mario Ganga (aka Gangalistics) and Sardinian record label Nootempo continue to look to ‘build bridges between different cultures’ with their second music video shot in Liverpool, following the success of The Illuminator, which has chalked up over 10,000 views on YouTube. The new single Crystal Bay was released on 9 September and has already reached over 3000 views in less than a week. Gabriele was born…
New Noise: October Roundup Only four submissions this month, but as the old cliche goes, where we may lack in quantity, the quality is in abundance. First up is the mighty Guise, who seem to be dropping quality singles with the same frequency as members of the Bullington Club burnt fifty pound notes in front of the homeless…And if you don’t get that reference – educate yourself and look it up. These people are ruling…
When a poll in Italy went out asking what their favourite dish was, “52% of people surveyed said pizza was their favourite, with 39% saying it satisfied them “on an emotional level.” We believe in that sense that Liverpool is very much akin with the 39% that have an emotional connection with pizza. Luckily, you now have an extra option to indulge in, with the recent opening of Rudy’s, Bold Street. Their spacious new restaurant…
Sound City returns to Liverpool city centre venues this weekend and we can’t wait to catch sets from some amazing local talent across the three day festival. I think we share the excitement of many who are so glad to see Sound City return to its roots, with festival goers milling around town heading from one venue to another, immersing in the party-like atmosphere. Over 175 acts will take over the city’s music venues with…
The hustle and bustle of city life is one to be admired by many. However, like most cities, it can cost a pretty penny to live in the centre of Liverpool. Affordable living is possible, but it requires a lot of thought and organisation. Today, we will be sharing with you our top tips for affordable city living. Learn how to save those pennies without compromising on the fun. Buy Your Essentials from the Supermarket…
The INNSiDE Hotel Liverpool features a Gino’s restaurant, a panoramic 18th floor bar and reveals its #StayCurious curated experience with local collaborations, including, A Slower Space and dot-art. Liverpool’s brand-new INNSiDE by Meliá hotel, INNSiDE Liverpool has officially opened in the heart of the city’s commercial district. The 207-room lifestyle hotel offers an eclectic home-from-home feel for guests to explore Liverpool’s city centre. Repurposing the former Echo and Daily Post building, INNSiDE Liverpool has given…
EBGBS was the host of a gig this weekend that seemed to have been destined never to take place. The Merchants first penned this date riding high in a pre-pandemic world, and later rescheduled in hope at the back end of last year. But Saturday was to be the night that they finally took to the stage in front of their own sell-out crowd. On board with them were Razzmatazz, who opened proceedings to a venue that was already…
After topping the newly formed UK Official Folk Album Charts last year with his debut album We Get By, Liverpool born singer-songwriter Jamie Webster has continued to surpass expectations and create more music for his eager fans with his latest single Going Out. Feverishly energetic and unforgivingly honest, the lyrics feature all the emotions of a young twenty- something confined to their own four walls in an incomprehensible new reality. Synonymous with the football anthems…
For the fourth season in a row, Liverpool will see Champions League action at Anfield. The proud stadium is known worldwide for its wonderful atmosphere, magical footballing moments and extensive history. Renditions of ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ ring out every week, but they seem louder and more poignant on those European nights under the lights.AC Milan will be the first team to visit the stadium for the 2021/22 season’s competition, in a re-run of one…
Finding the right home while you’re at university is essential for your studies and wellbeing. It is vital to feel at home wherever you decide to live, whether you’re looking for somewhere for less than a year or the entire duration of your degree. There are many things to consider when choosing your student accommodation. Here is a checklist to help you find the perfect home for your studies. What Kind of Accommodation Suits Your…
The festive season is coming early with a TV channel which will be exclusively playing Christmas films launching on 23 September. Christmas fans can get in a solid 3 months worth of viewing, with the channel playing the likes of Elf, Love Actually, The Grinch and Home Alone all day every day. GREAT! Movies Christmas will temporarily replace GREAT! Movies Classic TV channel from Thursday, 23 September, through to Tuesday, 4 January. The channel –…
In a UK festival exclusive, bluedot Festival (21-24 July 2022) has announced a unique Björk performance as Sunday night headliner. The genre-spanning pioneer will be joined by The Hallé Orchestra at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Jodrell Bank Observatory, accompanied by a projection mapping spectacle. The audio-visual performance will feature video and animated projections on the iconic Lovell Telescope, for a unique show exclusive to bluedot. This will be the first-time audiences at bluedot…