The year has been anything but normal so far, so it’s nice to see that one of our favourite summer activities is back – Strawberry picking at Claremont Farm. You can now head over to the Bebington farm for their annual strawberry picking season, which is expected to last 3-4 weeks. This year they have considered some important measures due to the Coronavirus. Previously you would enter the farm shop and get a basket, head…
*Breathes out a relaxed sigh and quietly whispers ‘Kinky Om’* That should really be all that needs to be said on the matter of this stunning album Kinky Om from Brad Stank, but we’re probably going to have to give you a little more than that, aren’t we? Back at it again with his signature blend of low-fi funk, rich and soulful harmonisation over that effortless voice that pieces it all together, we have a collection of nine songs…
In the year 2020, when the human race is arguably the most tolerable and liberal it has ever been, you would not think that “Black Lives Matter” would be a controversial statement; yet, for some people, they take offence to it and retort with “All Lives Matter” as though the original statement discredits the importance of the lives of those who are not black. Being a resident of the UK, it may be easy to…
Milap, the UK’s leading Indian Arts & Culture company, is bringing the world of Indian music and dance to the masses during lockdown with a host of online interactive activities. Following a weekend of back-to-back live performances, workshops and discussions online to celebrate International Dance Day in April, the Liverpool-based organisation continues to provide high quality content via its online channels, featuring everything from full-length concerts from their ‘Music for the Mind and Soul’ archives, to…
Liverpool based singer-songwriter KingFast is due to release his next soul-infused single, Avenge on June 26. A blend of pop and soul, paired with the innovative use of his looped guitar and stellar vocals, Avenge is a beautifully powerful song and one which resonates deeply when you listen to it. KingFast is definitely one to watch in the local music scene, he is no stranger to performing, having taken part in various musical events in…
Following the announcement of his long-awaited debut album, Jamie Webster has released his unintentionally timely single Something’s Gotta Give on Liverpool label Modern Sky. Jamie Webster delivers here in all senses. On the surface, the track is well produced with lovely, folky guitar melodies and vocals that could be mistaken for Gerry Cinnamon on first listen. However, it’s not long before that unmistakable scouse accent captures your attention and cements Something’s Gotta Give as a…
It’s been a long few months in lockdown but for many of us it’s given us more time on our hands than ever before. Here, the Liverpool Noise team tell us what’s been getting them through the last 80 plus days. We also share the bars, restaurants and music venues we are most looking forward to visiting once the lockdown is lifted. Liverpool Noise team lockdown picks: Food, music and entertainment writer, Michael Fell: Favourite…
We seem to have an obsession with salt and pepper food in Liverpool and it’s an obsession that we are very much a part of! So instead of spending ages searching online and scrolling through Instagram for the best salt and pepper food places in Liverpool, we’ve done it for you. The Best Salt and Pepper Food Places In Liverpool Maggie Fu Popular Asian restaurant Maggie Fu on Smithdown Road has legendary Salt and…
Liverpool Noise have another song for your listening pleasure! This time we are delighted to have The Letrasets and their latest in a series of 4 singles, Fruit Juice, for their release on 6 June. Tying in nicely for the weekend to catch up on the rest of their songs (if you haven’t already), their latest output has marked a slightly darker turn in the groups usual genre of jangle-indie-pop and given us a taste of their musical flexibility…
Back after their blistering debut single The Game, heavy-hitting duo Pleasure Island are back. As if to wake us all back up, Help Me NHS is a slap in the face. With its simple message it’s a straight-up punk rock track designed to solidify the importance of our public services. Toeing the line between personal and political, frontman Sean Ekins has battled in the past with his own difficulties such as the ongoing search for…
Here’s your guide to Liverpool Virtual Museum Tours that you can do from the comfort of your couch, the perfect activity to do during lockdown. National Museums Liverpool On the National Museums Liverpool website you can do virtual tours of the International Slavery Museum, Dinosaurs and the Natural World, World Cultures and more. Visit https://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/virtual-tours#section–explore for information. Walker Art Gallery The Walker Art Gallery is available to do a virtual tour of on Google Arts…
We talked to Reel Tours founder Gary Lunt about his tv and film location tours and obviously, his love of film. Liverpool Noise: You’re obviously a massive film buff, can you remember when you first started getting into film and what was the first film you remember watching? Gary Lunt: It is truly one of my most vivid memories. It was a warm summer afternoon in Lancashire all the way back in 1993. My parents…
We caught up with Pleasure Island frontman Sean Ekins to talk lockdown, new hobbies, taking the piss out of politicians and football. Liverpool Noise: Hi Sean, how have you been finding life in lockdown? Pleasure Island: Hi there! Yes I’ve been having a pretty nice time all up, although I missed out on all the good furlough cash so I’ve been spending my days selling bits and pieces on reverb.com. The actual day to day…
We could probabaly all do with making more of an effort to be more environmentally concious and there’s plenty of eco-friendly places in Liverpool which can help us make the small steps to big change. Here’s our guide to eco-friendly dining and shopping in Liverpool. Eco-Friendly Places In Liverpool Purple Carrot Purple Carrot is a 100% vegan whole foods store on Smithdown Road which stocks health foods, organic fruit and vegetables, supplements, sweets, treats and…
With all the warm weather we’ve been having some bars have re-opened a takeaway service so you can enjoy a beer or cocktail in the sun. Here’s our guide to Liverpool bars serving takeaway drinks. We’re adding to this list as often as possible as we’re hearing about more Liverpool bars serving takeaway drinks. Brewdog Brewdog are serving up takeaway draft beer by the pint from their Colquitt St venue. They’re open at weekends from…
Liverpool’s continental style outdoor spaces are what the city needs to bounce back from the Coronavirus outbreak. Mayor of Liverpool Joe Anderson has announced plans for a £450k project for the city, with European style outdoor spaces. The plans should mean that Liverpool’s independent restaurants and bars would be able to re-open and trade safely as outdoor spaces are believed to be much better for preventing the spread of Covid-19. The project will create a…
Liverpool based five-piece band Green Tangerines are due to release their debut EP Tangerines on June 1 and it’s the perfect listening companion to the summer months ahead! Green Tangerines are fast making their name in Liverpool, which they see as their adopted home. They describe their sound as a nod to ‘70s Jazz Fusion’ and this is clear to see from their latest musical offering. Their new EP is a real treat from start to…
Following a successful debut single, Comes in Threes, Liverpool artist Dr Orange (the solo project of Chas Moody) is set to release his second single, These Things (Baby I Know) at the end of the month. Making full use of this time in lockdown and arriving just a few weeks after his debut, These Things (Baby I Know) should well and truly cement Dr Orange’s place on the scene. This track is Dr Orange’s second…
Indie pop duo Police Car Collective have stormed onto the scene with their 80’s inspired debut track Mine. Taking heavy inspiration from 80’s bands such as New Order and The Smiths, they take that classic sound and give it a facelift, taking production cues from The 1975. The track has a cathcy hook and with just one listen you can remember the guitar lines; it’s perfectly produced indie pop. The band have a strong identity…
As we all continue our endeavours to avoid monotony and keep spirits high, local four piece Courting put smiles on faces with their third single David Byrne’s Badside as we sit back and enjoy their mockery of modern day Britain. A lively string arrangement opens the track as lead singer Sean takes to the stage delivering witty, cutting remarks and assessments on British culture from the outset. Courting strike the balance perfectly of blending both…