Liverpool Music Scene

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    Def.fo New Single Godly - Photo Credit - John Johnson

    Def.fo Releases Slow Burning Groove ‘Godly’

    Def.fo is quickly earning a name as Liverpool’s freshest psychedelic, trip-hop artist as he prepares to release new single Godly. “Inspired by the rich mysteries of life and the boundless expanse of the universe”, Godly presents itself as a slow burning groove before drawing in its listeners early on with an elevating chorus that’s eagerly welcomed back the second time around. A steady incline into an ethereal realm of bass synths and layered vocals over…

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    Thom Morecroft Waiting For Leo Album Review

    Thom Morecroft Releases Beautiful Album ‘Waiting For Leo’

    Waiting For Leo is the new self-produced album from Shropshire folk artist Thom Morecroft. In a dynamic change of direction from his 2019 release, The Feng Shui and The Sushi, Waiting for Leo appeals sonically through the lo-fi presence of Morecroft’s delicate acoustic guitar melodies and his distinctive vocals. What unfolds are 14 short but sweet tales reflecting his personal journey through grief and fatherhood. Described by Thom as a series of recordings created in…

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    Discover A New Beat - Photo Credit - Anthony Mooney - Circus - Jan 2022

    New Cultural Project ‘Discover A New Beat’ Highlights Liverpool’s Music Scene

    Home to the Beatles, host to Eurovision and a haven of underground electronic music, Liverpool is the meeting point of music lovers from all over the globe. Discover A New Beat, VisitLiverpool‘s new cultural project, shines a spotlight on this city of delights, where past, present and future collide. An UNESCO City of Music, Liverpool has long been known for its storied history, but the city is undergoing a cultural renaissance these days. Case in…

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    Zara Smile - Human - Credit - Florintein

    Zara Smile Returns With New Ear-Worm Single ‘Human’

    Zara Smile’s latest release Human – their fourth – presents an interesting perspective on feelings of disassociation and societal alienation. The track starts slowly, but the production builds very nicely on the chorus, resulting in a satisfying quiet / loud juxtaposition which neatly reflects the inner emotional turmoil of this talented singer – songwriter. Their lyrical delivery oozes honesty, and coupled with a massive hook of chorus, results in an ear-worm that is most pleasing.…

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    Bunny Alex - Easy Game

    Bunny Alex Releases Ridiculously Catchy Single ‘Easy Game’

    A quick consultation with Professor Google informs me that Liverpool-based Bunny Alex hails from Belgium, and she brings a certain European sensibility to these ears with her second musical offering Easy Game. The track is just shy of three minutes, but packs a lyrical punch to a musical backdrop which is gossamer light and airy. It seems to be the perfect summer lollipop of a song, but with an autumn release we should be glad…

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    Liverpool’s Jazz Evolution: Reflecting on Mutant Jazz’s First Event                                

    Mutant Jazz is a collaboration between promoters Parrjazz and You And I Present. Supported by the Jazz North New Northern Bursary, the event took place on Thursday 28 September, 2023, at Metrocola’s Metro Loft, on Leece Street, Liverpool. The idea was to bring some of the new artists from the city who are part of the jazz spectrum and present them as key players in our rapidly mutating jazz scene, hosted and herded by the…

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    Spartacus - Robert 'Sput' Searight

    Spartacus: A Fusion of Jazz, Hip-Hop, and Soul, To Set Liverpool Alight This Winter

    Sensational music act Spartacus, led by the renowned Robert ‘Sput’ Searight, prepares to grace Liverpool this winter. On 5 November at 7:30 pm, District, Liverpool, will come alive with the soulful and groundbreaking sounds of Spartacus, promising an unforgettable night of musical innovation. Spartacus is not your typical music act. It is a collaborative project that brings together pioneers of the US and European jazz, hip-hop, and soul scenes, offering a unique and electrifying musical…

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    Euan Blackman Musician

    Euan Blackman Releases Haunting New Single ‘The Ballad of a Broken Machine’

    Following the release of his debut EP You Are the Rain back in April, rising Liverpool folk-pop artist Euan Blackman has returned with “one of the dreamiest songs [he’s] ever created”, The Ballad of a Broken Machine. Released on September 29, TBOABM is the second single from another upcoming EP, following the BBC Introducing-backed Burn back in July. An impressive feat of Euan’s is that he self-produces his own music, his production on this new…

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    Red Rum Club Band

    Red Rum Club Announce New Single And Liverpool M&S Bank Arena Show

    Comfortably nestled in a wild world of their own perfect design, incomparable, high-energy indie six-piece Red Rum Club come back to earth after reaching the highs of summer’s open-air and under-canvas live season to announce a new album and UK Tour for 2024 with their latest single, Undertaker. Forming fashion rather than following it, the band renowned for firing festival crowds with rocket-propelled cult hits such as Eleanor and Would You Rather Be Lonely are…

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    Def.fo Photo Credit - John Johnson

    ‘Eternity’ Is A Glimpse Into A Blissful Simulated Utopia with Def.fo

    “Prepare to get lost in the mesmerizing world of def.fo’s music—you won’t want to leave“. It’s a bold opening statement from Def.fo. A quick glance at the socials paints a picture of a new artist, fresh on the scene. However, the second single is a snapshot into an ethereal soundscape, a dreamy realm where psychedelic guitars, hazy melodies, and otherworldly lyrics converge.  Within this musical world, rich harmonies stretch out across the track. The catchy hook pulls us in,…

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    The Old Library Liverpool Music Events - Mike Ryan

    The Old Library Unveils Details of Upcoming Live Music Events

    The Old Library has revealed the exciting details of its latest music events. This historic venue, which also serves as a vibrant community hub, seamlessly transforms into an enchanting musical space, setting the stage for some special live performances. The Archives (Friday 22 September) The Old Library popular regulars The Archives will be back on Friday 22 September to perform a selection of songs in front of a live audience. Doors: 6:45 pm. Starts: 7:45…

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    Martha Goddard

    Martha Goddard Expands Pop’s Limits With New Track ‘Voices’

    Ethereal alternative pop artist, Martha Goddard is back with another fresh single called Voices. The single (released on 30 August) impressively debuted on BBC Radio 1. Martha’s musical catalogue so far shows her distinctive take on the genre, with Voices following in its footsteps. Voices has drawn inspiration from artists such as Caroline Polachek, Kate Bush and Saron Van Etten. These influences can be heard within different parts of the track, from the effective use…

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    Liverpool Gig Guide September 2023 - Crawlers

    The Ultimate Liverpool Gig Guide: September 2023

    Orla Foster gives us the rundown on some of the best gigs happening in Liverpool this month. Tepid Days (1 Sept)Jimmy’sTickets Tepid Days is a vessel for Jamie Roberts (Wild Fruit Art Collective) to lean into his most insular and bittersweet lyricism. Expect “a heroic self pity party for the ages”. There’ll also be a set from psych stalwarts RongoRongo, as well as newer sounds from art-pop trio Oya Paya. Go have a little cry…

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    Parrjazz Show

    In Conversation: Genevieve Lamb of Parrjazz

    Parrjazz is a not-for-profit organisation that supports live jazz music in the Liverpool City Region. Parrjazz presents a variety of jazz events throughout the year, including concerts, workshops, and masterclasses. We caught up with Parrjazz’s Artistic Director, Genevieve Lamb, to find out all about what they do and the exciting events they have coming up soon. Liverpool Noise: Can you tell us a bit about Parrjazz, how did you start out and what were your…

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    Montao - Costa Del Mersey

    Montao Delivers A Dose Of Sundrenched Trip-Hop With New Single ‘Costa Del Mersey’

    We may have had a lot of rain this summer but the latest Montao track, Costa Del Mersey, is still giving us sunny vibes. This colourful yet chilled-out homage to the artist’s beautiful hometown kicks off a series of single releases throughout the remainder of the year, ending with a mini-album launch in 2024 under the deft guidance of Def Pressé Records. Costa Del Mersey would not sound out of place blaring from a boombox on the Costa…

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    Spray Shop - Why Small Clubs Matter Documentary Still

    Liverpool’s Newest Small Club, Spray Shop, Celebrates The Power Of Intimacy In The Music Community With Mini-Documentary 

    In the midst of club closures and the dominance of large-scale events and festivals, one visionary club owner and DJ wants to pay homage and celebrate the resilience of small clubs and the indelible mark they leave on the music industry.  Meet Kyle Muldoon, the trailblazing founder of Liverpool’s newest gem – the Spray Shop which since its opening has welcomed artists such as Archie Hamilton, Richy Ahmed and Mason Collective through its doors.  While…

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    Helen Maw Releases Expressive New Single ‘Fool’

    Adding to her ever-growing music catalogue, Helen Maw is back with a new single Fool. The Liverpool-based singer/songwriter’s work proves how long she has been writing music for in this high-quality record. Her main influences consist of Carole King, Amy MacDonald, The Carpenters, and Adele. With a firm grasp of her emotions, Helen’s deep self-awareness can be easily felt in Fool. It is a song about keeping a tight grip on the failing hope that…

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    KingFast Dadadadadada

    KingFast’s Latest Single ‘Dadadadada!’ Is A Summer Anthem

    KingFast is back with a perfectly timed summer anthem that radiates positive vibes and heartwarming lyrics. Released on the 14 July, his latest track titled Dadadadada! is a refreshing burst of musical goodness.  If you didn’t already know, KingFast is a talented singer-songwriter known for his soulful vocals and modern guitar sound. His debut EP, Dream World, was recorded in Liverpool’s Elevator Studios, thanks to the overwhelming demand from his dedicated fanbase. Over the years, KingFast has graced…

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    Cheery - True Lover Single

    Cheery Releases Hypnotic Single ‘True Lover’

    Cheery is the new project of Katlyn Conroy, who has brought their unique “gloomy art pop” sound to Liverpool all the way from Kansas, USA. Released on 19 July, their brand-new song True Lover follows a string of single releases over the past two years under the alias, with tracks Concept of Love and Vulture. It’s not their first rodeo, however. Through previous projects La Guerre and Cowboy Indian Bear, Conroy has built up twenty…

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    Radio Psychosis

    Radio Psychosis Debuts With Hypnotic New Single ‘Television’

    A new Runcorn based Artist Radio Psychosis has entered the music industry with his debut single, Television. The exciting new single is expected to release on 4 August and is a collaboration with Anglesey based artist Blindness and Light. Television is an impressive debut that sounds as though it was picked straight from the noughties indie band era. Beginning with an instantly catchy Bloc Party-esque guitar riff, Television feels fit to be played at late…