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Live Review: THE HARA, Tropic Gold and Skin Flowers at EBGBS
Promoting the launch of their most recent singles Trophy and The System, Manchester alt-rock outfit THE HARA embark on a UK Tour visiting ‘intimate AF’ venues, bringing them to Liverpool’s EBGBS on Tuesday 4 February. Despite the date falling on a Tuesday night, you would have thought it was the weekend based on the queue of fans snaking down Seel Street around the venue. Minutes after doors open, the standing area in front of the…
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Michael Aldag’s ‘Fantasia’: A Synth-Pop Dreamscape For A New Era
Michael Aldag effortlessly spearheaded his way to top of the sonic circuit with his breezy, synth pop since launching his solo career in 2021. With a rising social media presence and fan base, Aldag utilises his platform with innovative charisma, a position most upcoming artists begrudgingly wince at. But where his online presence is thriving, the Merseyside born artist’s music is equally as burgeoning, gaining millions of streams on Spotify. Described as the “beginning of…
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Liverpool Olympia Celebrates 120 years Of Iconic History in 2025
The historic Liverpool Olympia, one of the city’s live music cultural cornerstones of the community proudly celebrates its 120th anniversary on Saturday 26 April. This monumental milestone marks over a century of world-class performances, cherished memories and culturally significant events. In its time, The Beatles, Paul Weller, New Order, Little Richard, and illusionist and stunt performer Harry Houdini wowed audiences. In recent years, Teddy Swims, The Gossip, Jamie Webster, Elvis Costello and Manic Street Preachers…
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Festivals
Outer Waves Festival: New, Immersive Music & Arts Festival Is Celebrating Liverpool’s Rich Underground
Outer Waves is a new alternative arts festival designed to fill a cultural gap in Liverpool’s existing festival landscape. Inspired by the city’s rich underground music and art history, the festival’s aim is to celebrate and strengthen Liverpool’s grassroots creative communities while inviting international artists and audiences to participate. By blending live music, visual arts, interactive performances, and educational initiatives, Outer Waves will not only provide an unforgettable festival experience but will also foster long-term…
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Last Night A DJ Saved My Life: Bill Brewster & Frank Broughton Bring Iconic Dance Music Book to Liverpool
Liverpool’s dance music lovers are in for a treat as legendary authors Bill Brewster and Frank Broughton bring their acclaimed book Last Night A DJ Saved My Life to Rough Trade Liverpool for a special night of conversation and music. The event, presented by Liverpool-based design studio Dorothy in collaboration with Rough Trade, takes place on Saturday 22 February, combining a book signing, an in-depth Q&A, and a live DJ set from the duo. Since…
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BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025 Coming To Liverpool
This morning on the Radio 1 Breakfast Show, Greg James made an exciting announcement: superstar Sam Fender will headline Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025, set to take place at Sefton Park, Liverpool, from Friday 23 May to Sunday 25 May. Joining the lineup are Blossoms, Wet Leg, Myles Smith, and Lola Young. These acts mark the first wave of performers for the festival, with over 100 artists expected to grace the event’s four stages: Radio…
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US Vocal Quartet Windborne Heading To The Tung Auditorium
US vocal quartet US folk quartet Windborne are set to debut their new album To Warm The Winter Hearth at The Tung Auditorium in Liverpool. Windborne are an internationally acclaimed group of vocal chameleons who specialise in close harmony singing, shifting effortlessly between drastically different styles of traditional music. Their music spans many continents and cultures, but they remain deeply rooted in American folk singing traditions. They share a vibrant energy onstage – profoundly connected to each…
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‘Changing of Skies’ EP is Laura & The Ark’s Journey Through Growth and Healing
With Changing of Skies, Laura Bentley turns her attention to personal growth, pain and hard-won wisdom. Recording under the name Laura & The Ark, the Frodsham-based musician brings together this collection of five songs as a statement of intent, entrusting listeners with her deepest vulnerabilities and asking them to share in the healing process. The EP opens on a quietly optimistic note with Significant Ramblings, a song about trying to untangle reason out of chaos.…
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Helen Maw’s ‘The Moment’ Is An Anthem of Heartache and Hope
Get ready, Liverpool! Today is launch day as Helen Maw is about to hopefully send her latest single The Moment into orbit. With the space metaphors behind us, it’s time to get serious and tell you that it’s going to be the song that feels like the silver lining in this never-ending January. This new country pop track taps into that bittersweet struggle of letting go, something we can all relate to at some point.…
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Camelphat Presents ‘Experience’ At Blackstone Warehouse, Easter 2025
An immersive trip for the senses, a fusion of colour, cutting-edge sound & visual creation. Launching Easter Weekend 2025 in their beloved hometown, Liverpool – Camelphat will deliver a fully cinematic encounter of the mind, the body & your soul. Experience the ‘Experience’ on Sunday 20 April at Blackstone Warehouse. As dance music lifers, Camelphat have never swayed from the dancefloor and this firmly rooted passion has propelled them to global success. Their ability to…
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Papa Roach Coming To M&S Bank Arena This February
Thanks to incredible demand Papa Roach have added an extra date to their UK tour, at M&S Bank Arena Liverpool on 9 February. It will see the band bring their biggest ever production and journey deep through their vast catalogue of music including a celebration of the 25th anniversary of their iconic breakthrough album Infest. Special guests for the dates are Wage War. The band will again be partnering with the suicide prevention charity Campaign…
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Mike Ryan Releases Brilliant New Single ‘Breathe Again’
Mike Ryan’s latest single, Breathe Again, is an emotive gem that showcases his signature blend of indie-pop sensibilities and introspective lyricism. Following the momentum of his burgeoning career, which has seen him garner critical praise and multiple accolades, Ryan once again delivers a track that resonates on both a personal and universal level. The song’s sound is anchored by the delicate interplay of Ryan’s voice and the warm opening piano and acoustic guitar, crafting an…
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Live Review: The NONE / METZ At Future Yard
The None. Perfectly precise powerful punching rhythm section. Grey shards of artful sonic violence. The dawning of Dystopia has a soundtrack. Soul shattering, at times. Between the grey scale variance of volume and sonic malady . Pinpoint accurate yelps and utterances of disdain and dissent. I can feel it. Words seem to demand anger, yet asking for intelligence. Tribal beats melded together chords that resonate rather than seek melody. Chunks of bass,fistbump the fretboard. Fugazi. …
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Things to do in Liverpool
Popular Day Rave, Day Fever Returns To Liverpool’s Camp & Furnace In February 2025
Forget feeling like your clubbing days are behind you. Day Fever is a revolution, a joyous celebration where people from all walks of life come together to dance, laugh, and relive the magic of those late nights out. There’s no dress code, no egos—just pure positivity. Early in 2024, a bold idea was born between friends actress Vicky McClure, filmmaker and broadcaster Jonny Owen, and Jon McClure, frontman of Reverend & The Makers: a daytime clubbing experience…
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Who Are U.Dot? Inside The Enigmatic Duo Redefining Retro Sound
When a band emerges cloaked in mystery, it’s natural to lean in closer, curious to decode the riddles they leave behind. Enter U.Dot, New Retro Records’ latest and most intriguing signing who seem to thrive in the shadows of obscurity while shining a light on some of music’s hidden gems. With their debut releases, Quitters Never Win and Stall Out, this enigmatic duo are rapidly reshaping how we think about reinterpretations, with their seamless blending of nostalgia and bold…
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Country with Conviction: ‘The Final Part’ is Fiona Lennon’s Fearless New Single
The Final Part is the latest release by Liverpool-based singer-songwriter Fiona Lennon. Going from strength-to-strength in the post-Covid music scene, this is her first foray into the world of Country. You would be forgiven, dear reader, for thinking otherwise as The Final Part hits that Country sweet spot where melody and music combine to tell a story we can all relate to. The rich tapestry of Country music has seen contributions from artists of all…
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Blood of Achilles Release Sensational Debut Album ‘Only Will Be Black Mountains’
Blood of Achilles’ debut album, Only Will Be Black Mountains, offers a sprawling, genre-defying journey. Formed from the ashes of their previous project, the band has crafted something uniquely their own, blending chaotic energy with meticulously constructed musicality. With the combined forces of Ryan Mallows (drums), Phil Collier (vocals, guitar), Jon Lawton (lead guitar), and Jon Couch (bass), the album emerges as an ambitious and complex statement. The album has been a true labour of…
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Staring Into The Abyss: def.fo’s ‘Music for Dinosaurs’ Is a Cosmic Concept Masterpiece
Tom Powell, aka def.fo, is the kind of artist who can stare into a black hole and still see its potential. In fact, that’s pretty much the point of his new release Music for Dinosaurs, a concept album set on the inhospitable plains of Mars. As its population hovers on the brink of collapse, they set their sights on Earth for a fresh start, with these eleven tracks charting their precarious voyage through space. …
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Live Review: Sundara Karma At O2 Academy Liverpool
The O2 Academy 1 in Liverpool was the vibrant setting for Sundara Karma’s farewell tour, supported by rising indie bands Florentenes and Overpass. This night encapsulated the evolution of indie music, showcasing three unique acts that left an indelible mark on an enthusiastic audience. Florentenes. Credit: @eyes_widephotography The Manchester-based quartet Florentenes opened the evening with a set that radiated fresh, youthful energy. Vocalist Will Smith and guitarist Luke Holding, who began creating music in their…