Liverpool Music Scene
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Sunzoom Returns With A Fresh Sound In ‘America Kills Its Kings’
Alternative artist Sunzoom has made his first return since his debut self-titled album. His previous album is filled to the brim with unique textures that are seamlessly crafted together, creating an immensely impressive first album comparable to the likes of Declan Mckenna and Tame Impala. The latest single, America Kills Its Kings, follows in its mighty footsteps whilst forming a positively stranger soundscape and relevant narrative. Sunzoom’s soothing vocals, much like Keving Parker’s, stand out…
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Fiona Lennon Returns With New Single ‘Stay High’
Described by many as Liverpool’s ‘Mazzy Star, Fiona Lennon is making huge strides in the Mersey Delta, releasing her third single, Stay High. Supporting acts such as Jamie Webster, The Zutons, and Brooke Combe, Fiona has impressed audiences across the country. She also made her festival debut last year, playing the This Feeling stage at the Isle of Wight. She has also gained over 10,000 streams with her two previous singles, You’ve Really Got A…
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In Conversation – Zara Smile
We recently caught up with Liverpool-based artist Zara Smile to talk all things musical influences, their song writing and creative process, as well as their brand new EP, Smile. Liverpool Noise: Hey Zara! For our readers who may not have heard of you, tell us a bit about yourself and your music. Zara: Hi! I am Zara Smile, a folk pop artist based in Liverpool. I write music about all sorts, but especially about my identity…
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Mary Hennessy Releases Highly Anticipated second album ‘Feels Like’
Liverpool-based singer-songwriter Mary Hennessy has released her highly anticipated second album, Feels Like. The album, which was created over a 3-year span, showcases an eclectic mix of ten compelling tracks that explore all things life in Mary’s lyricism. Mary’s long-time musical collaborator, Milan Reid, played a pivotal role in bringing the songs to life with his beautiful production in his home studio. Feels Like follows Mary’s debut album, which was released in June of 2020. In…
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Spotlight: SYLLO ‘A Love Story with Oneself’ EP
A Love Story with Oneself is the debut EP by SYLLO, the solo project of Liverpool-based musician Joel James. Released independently back in March, the EP consists of synth-driven pop rock tracks with slick production and personal lyricism “centred around self-love and self-acceptance”. The opening track You Are My Remedy (released as a single last July) kicks off the EP with a good indication of what is to come across the project. The opening verse…
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In Conversation – She’s In The Trees
She’s In The Trees is a Liverpool founded contemporary folk band fronted by Amy Scott-Samuel. Described as “dreamy, emotional and tremendously beautiful music with a luminous sound rich in contrasts that addresses universal themes of Love and Loss.” Having recently been signed by Madrid based record label Lucinda Records, She’s In The Trees is going from strength to strength. The new single The Changes Between Us is a beautifully warm track. Taking centre stage is…
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KingFast Preaches Singing Your Own ‘Praises’ In New Single
Following last December’s release of soulful track Activist (which you can read our review of here), Liverpool-based musician and singer-songwriter KingFast is back with his first new music of 2023, the brand-new single Praises. Esteemed in the Liverpool music scene for his captivating live performance skills, KingFast’s notable past performances include Liverpool International Music Festival (LIMF), Cannes Film Festival, Sound City, Edinburgh Fringe and Nantwich Jazz Festival, amongst others. The singer-songwriter’s past musical output has…
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Esme Bridie Releases New EP ‘Something In Your Teeth’
Straight in the limelight with a beautifully made 5-track EP, Liverpool-based artist, Esme Bridie has been releasing her debut EP as singles since October 2022 and it is now time for the project to be completed. The fifth and final song What I Wanted has finally been released today – collecting together the previous singles into her debut EP. With the latest release out in the world, it completes the set perfectly. What I Wanted is a slow-burning indie…
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Keyside Release Earworm Of A Track, ‘Paris To Marseille’
A few weeks after a raucous and electric sold-out gig at Heebies Liverpool, local band Keyside present their sophomore single Paris to Marseille. It was truly worth the wait. From the opening drum salvo, the song bounces along on the breeze, with a hook so sharp it could land a fish. It’s effortless, timeless, aching in its originality while simultaneously conjuring up memories of fellow Scouse tunesmiths The La’s and The Coral. The wonderfully crisp…
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Liverpool Blues Rock Band, The Heavy North, Return With Brand New Single And Announce Huge Hometown Show
The Heavy North’s latest release has plenty of oomph, instantly hitting hard from the get go with Cream/Eric Clapton style intensity. Where Are You Now? marks the first glimpse of new music from Liverpool six-piece The Heavy North since the release of their critically-acclaimed debut album Electric Soul Machine on Record Store Day in April 2022. They’ve had plenty to shout about recently, following a successful year which saw the band embark on their first 10-date UK headline tour performing alongside…
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Eyesore & the Jinx Return With New Single ‘An Ideas Man’
Liverpool trio Eyesore & the Jinx are back with a brand new single, An Ideas Man. Consisting of members Josh Miller (vocals, bass), Liam Bates (guitar) and Eoghan Robinson (drums), the band’s sound takes influence from English post-punk bands. Released on 7 March, the track marks their first new music in over two years, since previous single Accidental Weller (2020), after spending time working on new material and gigging, supporting the likes of Bodega, DITZ…
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Live Review: Keyside At EBGBS
Liverpool based band Keyside are back on home turf and play a sold out gig at the innovative basement venue EBGBS on Seel St. The four lads – Dan Parker on vocals and rhythm guitar, Oisín McAvoy on drums, Max Gibson on bass and Ben Cassidy on lead guitar – return to the stage on a cold February night. This was the band’s first show of 2023 following their sold out gig at the Kazimier…
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Waiting Till Marriage Spark Important Discussion With New Single ‘Great Britain’s Fate’
Alternative rock band, Waiting Till Marriage, are back with another indie track called Great Britain’s Fate, releasing on 10 March. Following in the great footsteps of eye-opening songs such as British Bombs by Declan Mckenna and Hypersonic Missile by Sam Fender, Great Britain’s Fate moulds the controversial topic of politics into an indie anthem. The song was written during lockdown, a time that many believed the government was making questionable decisions. The difficult times…
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The Ivies Impress With Psychedelic Debut EP
The beginning of February saw the release of Reflections, the debut EP from Merseyside-based psychedelic rock trio The Ivies. The band formed whilst at university in Liverpool, and have since played sets at some of the region’s best live venues, including EBGB’s, Jimmy’s and Future Yard. Reflections is a four-track EP that perfectly shows off The Ivies’ skillset as writers and instrumentalists. Drawing on influences such as The Beatles, Pink Floyd, and King Gizzard &…
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The Liverpool Bands That Have Impacted The City’s Culture
Liverpool has always been known for its massive range of music, over the past few decades it has shown us time and time again that there is massive talent throughout the city. In a place like Liverpool, you are always submerged in lots of different cultures, and they always seem to have connotations towards the amazing music that comes from Liverpool. This article is going to take you through what I believe to be the…
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Esme Bridie Releases New Rebellious Single ‘Don’t Tell me What To Do’
Esme Bridie is a Liverpool based singer-songwriter, returning with her latest single, Don’t Tell Me What To Do. The song takes a slight change from the style of her previous release called Shut Up!. Despite the change in sound, she remains close to the quirky and charismatic musical characteristics of the rest of her catalogue. Don’t Tell Me What To Do replicates the feeling of the ‘noughties’ indie pop nostalgia that many of us remember…
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One’s To Watch: Eternum Joy
Four-piece Liverpool band Eternum Joy are alternative rock band from Liverpool who have been cultivating a loyal following on the local music scene. Gigging regularly around Merseyside the band, who are signed to Golden Robot Records have played four headliners and sold each one out. The brainchild of frontman Stephen Abraham and lead guitarist T’kius Horsley, alongside drummer John Clare and bassist Abby McNeil, the band represent challenges kids in this generation have to overcome.…
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Addley Releases Heartfelt Debut Single ‘Where You Were’
Addley is an alternative songwriter based in Liverpool that incorporates hints of electronic music into his own sound. He draws inspiration from artists such as Bicep, Daughter, Florence and the Machine, Faithless and London Grammar. As most of us know, grief and loss is a difficult topic to discuss and express. Addley finds a way to convey his personal feelings of grief and loss into his debut single Where You Were. The song leads with…
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Euan Blackman’s New Track Is An Anthem For When ‘Everybody Lets You Down’
Euan Blackman is a rising Indie Folk-pop artist and singer-songwriter based in Liverpool. The last few years have seen him forming an impressive catalogue of original music, and building a loyal audience of listeners (in part through his large TikTok following, where he regularly posts original music and covers). Drawing inspiration from artists including Phoebe Bridgers, Bruce Springsteen and Claude Debussy, Euan creates introspective, acoustically driven songs which tell “tales of the human condition in…
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In Conversation – Sophie Li
We had a chat with rising Liverpool indie-rock artist Sophie Li to find out about her! Liverpool Noise: For our readers who don’t know you, tell us a bit about yourself. Sophie: Hey, I’m Sophie! I’m a 20 year old asian indie-rock artist from Crosby, Liverpool. I write music about my own personal experiences in the hopes that someone else can relate to them, such as mental health issues, relationships and other typical teenage girl…
