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Motel Sundown Perfect the Art of Quiet Impact on ‘Echoes’
Liverpool-based trio Motel Sundown return with their first release of 2025, and it’s as stirring and spellbinding as ever. Echoes is a lush, slow-burning track that glides along light guitar lines and builds gradually into a stunning blend of three-part harmonies — a hallmark of the band’s signature sound. With the addition of Joe Harvey-Whyte (The Hanging Stars) on pedal steel, Echoes leans further into the band’s Americana and Laurel Canyon influences, bringing a warm,…
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Things to do in Liverpool
DAY FEVER Brings The Ultimate Daytime Disco Back To Liverpool’s Camp and Furnace This September
The UK’s fastest-growing day club phenomenon, DAY FEVER, lands in Liverpool on 20 September as part of its biggest month yet. The UK’s #1 daytime clubbing sensation, DAY FEVER, is heading to Liverpool’s Camp and Furnace this September as part of a massive national expansion—promising wall-to-wall bangers, pure joy, and zero regrets the morning after. Founded by a star-studded team including actress Vicky McClure, filmmaker Jonny Owen, Reverend & The Makers frontman Jon McClure, plus…
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Keyside Deliver a Pep Talk Anthem with ‘If You Don’t Try’
Keyside have maintained their position as one of Merseyside’s best emerging talents with their latest single If You Don’t Try, an anthemic, optimistic single which is impossible not to enjoy. From the first chord, to the closing note, every second of the tune is full of sentiment and hope. This marks a change from Keyside’s previous work such as Runaway and Michael (What’s Your Call?), with the band’s lyricist Dan Parker previously explaining to CLASH…
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Zara Smile’s ‘Fight Back’ Is an Anthem of Vulnerability and Strength
Liverpool’s emerging alt-folk talent Zara Smile has dropped their new single Fight Back today – a powerful track that connects listeners deeply with raw, inner emotion. The artist is also one of four musicians to be chosen for Come Play With Me Records’ Next Up North: the first artist development scheme dedicated to supporting northern artists of underrepresented genders and sexualities. Smile’s smooth and expressive vocals pair perfectly with the authentic lyricism within Fight Back.…
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The Double Nines Nail The Breakup Anthem With ‘Cold Courtesy’
The Double Nines return with what may be their most emotionally charged track to date. Cold Courtesy captures that bittersweet moment we all dread—bumping into an ex when all that remains is polite smiles and unspoken memories. But in true The Double Nines fashion, the heartbreak comes wrapped in jangly guitars, glistening synths, and a chorus built for summer road trips. Frontman Anthony Barrios turns a painful personal breakup into something relatable, cinematic, and even…
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Euan Blackman Finds Strength in Vulnerability On ‘forgive’
Rising indie-pop talent Euan Blackman returns with forgive — a heartfelt anthem of self-compassion that feels both deeply personal and universally resonant. Originally written as a private mantra to weather life’s emotional storms, the track now arrives as a vulnerable yet uplifting message to listeners: it’s okay to let go, and it’s okay to be kind to yourself. Softly cinematic and rich with Euan’s signature nostalgic warmth, forgive builds from gentle introspection into something quietly…
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Imagine Lennon Coming To Liverpool’s Tung Auditorium Celebrating John Lennon’s 85th Birthday
Internationally acclaimed John Lennon performer Tyson Kelly has announced a trio of Imagine Lennon performances, marking what would be Lennon’s 85th birthday. Imagine Lennon will come to Bury St Edmunds and Manchester, before calling at the Tung Auditorium in Liverpool’s Yoko Ono Lennon Centre on the date of Lennon’s birthday – 9 October. Renowned for his portrayal of John Lennon in Let It Be on Broadway and performing as Lennon with the celebrated Beatles Tribute act…
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In Conversation: Lisa Don Francesco (Penny Lane Weekender Festival Manager)
The Penny Lane Weekender proves that big things can grow from small beginnings – especially when driven by a love for live music. From humble beginnings as a single gig above a pub, the Penny Lane Weekender has grown into a buzzing three-day celebration of established and emerging talent. With a 2025 lineup featuring everything from Japanese psych-rock to local post-punk favourites, we caught up with Festival Manager Lisa Don Francesco to talk about its…
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Festivals
Liverpool Arab Arts Festival Comes To Liverpool Next Week
LAAF (Liverpool Arab Arts Festival) is the longest running annual festival of Arab arts and culture in the UK. Returning for its 23rd year this July, the festival theme is Nostalgia, which will be explored through a diverse range of disciplines, including music, theatre and performance, visual art, spoken word, literature and film. The full 2025 lineup has now been released with more information about the festival in both English and Arabic here. MUSIC AKRAM…
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Festivals
Deva Fest 2025: Gloria Gaynor, Happy Mondays & Family Fun Galore for Festival’s 5th Birthday Bash
Deva Fest, the North West’s award-winning family-friendly festival, returns bigger and better than ever before! Taking place in the picturesque grounds of Cholmondeley Castle in Cheshire from 7 – 10 August, Deva Fest is promising an unforgettable weekend packed with headline music acts, family-friendly activities, comedy and will be full of community spirit as they celebrate 5 years of this amazing festival. This year’s headline acts include disco legend Gloria Gaynor, Scottish indie rockers The…
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Music
Cassia To Headline BOOT FEST 2025 And More Acts Announced For Birkenhead Indie All-Dayer
Indie trio Cassia will headline BOOT FEST 2025, the open-air all-day music festival returning to Future Yard’s Garden, in Birkenhead on Saturday 19 July. Curated by BOOT — MUSIC Magazine, the much-loved North West music platform, the event runs from 1pm to 10:30pm and promises a stacked bill of rising indie artists from across the region. Tickets are on sale now for just £18. Topping the bill, Cassia arrive fresh off the release of their…
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The Liverpool Songbook: A City’s Soundtrack Brought to Life At Liverpool Philharmonic
From timeless Merseybeat anthems to enchanting synth-pop classics, The Liverpool Songbook emerged as more than just a concert; it was a fervent celebration of the city’s pulsating musical spirit, artfully presented within the resplendent architecture of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. Under the skilled direction of conductor Richard Balcombe, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra enveloped the audience in lush orchestral textures and intricate arrangements that breathed new life into Liverpool’s most cherished songs. Each familiar…
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In Conversation – Keyside
Looking to get obsessed with the hottest band around, look no further than local four-piece Keyside. From jamming post-Pandemic to playing BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend, I’d advise you to keep an eye on Keyside. The future is looking nothing but bright for the Merseyside-based band. Ahead of their busy summer and headline tour at the end of the year, we caught up with them to ask about their journey so far, their inspirations, and…
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Natalie McCool Returns With Euphoric Summer Anthem ‘I Fantasise’
Liverpool-based alt-pop artist Natalie McCool is back with a bang. Her brand new single I Fantasise, out now via Fortress Sounds, marks the start of a vibrant new era for the singer-songwriter and producer. Following her critically acclaimed 2021 album Memory Girl, featuring standout tracks like Devils, Take Me To Your Leader, and the fan-inspired title track, Natalie returns with a bright, nostalgic banger just in time for summer. Taking cues from legendary summer anthems…
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INDIKA IS BACK: Milap’s Festival of Indian Arts & Culture returns to Liverpool this October
INDIKA, Milap’s festival of Indian Arts, returns to Liverpool this October with a fresh, expanded lineup of events. The 15 day celebration of Indian music, dance and culture, will take place across the entire Liverpool City Region, bringing the best of Indian arts to an even wider audience. Chiming with Milap’s 40 year anniversary, this October, the INDIKA festival will feature a programme of Indian music and dance, ranging from cutting-edge contemporary to deeply rooted…
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Penny Lane Weekender returns for 2025
This August, the Penny Lane Weekender returns for its third year, continuing Penny Lane’s global musical legacy with a 3-day festival spotlighting local and independent artists and bands. Taking over venues on and around Liverpool’s iconic Penny Lane, the festival celebrates the city’s vibrant grassroots music scene. Created in 2023 by Liverpool Post-Punk band Pleasure Island, the grassroots community festival was conceived to showcase Liverpool-based acts from the local community. Initially billed as a one-off event in…
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Soulside Music Festival Returns to Liverpool with Motown Icons and Disco Legends This July
The sounds of soul, disco and Motown will take over Liverpool’s Baltic Triangle this summer as Soulside Music Festival returns with an unforgettable day of legendary live performances. Taking place on Saturday 12 July at BOXPARK Liverpool, the Soulside Summer Soiree promises an eight-hour celebration of timeless hits and party grooves. Headlining this year’s festival is none other than Heatwave, the chart-topping group behind disco classics Boogie Nights and Always and Forever. They’ll be joined…
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Culture in Liverpool
Dorothy Launches Discoteca Ibiza T-Shirt Celebrating The Island’s Iconic Club Culture
Liverpool-based design studio Dorothy has dropped a brand-new special edition tee that pays homage to the global mecca of dance music – Ibiza. The Discoteca Ibiza T-Shirt is a must-have for house music lovers, clubbing veterans, and sun-chasing ravers, making it the perfect addition to any summer wardrobe. Following the success of their NYC Disco T-Shirt, this latest release maps out the locations of Ibiza’s most legendary venues — from the era-defining sets of DJ…
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Credits: Liverpool’s New Contenders Tap Into a Classic Sound with a Modern Spark
You’ve probably been here before—there’s a buzz, whispers of the next big thing, a surge of social media hype—and then the inevitable crash of disappointment when it turns out to be all surface and no soul. New Merseyside combo Credits could easily have fallen into that trap. Instead, they’ve emerged with substance, style, and a generous helping of Scouse swagger. Their debut headline show at Liverpool’s ARC, tucked away in the effortlessly cool Baltic Triangle,…
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Father John Misty to Play Liverpool Olympia This June
Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Father John Misty has announced a highly anticipated Liverpool show as part of his 2025 summer tour. He will perform at Liverpool Olympia on Friday 27 June, with support from special guest Loren Kramar. The announcement follows the release of his latest album Mahashmashana, which entered the UK album chart at number 12 in November 2024 and earned rave reviews. The album features eight expansive tracks, including singles I Guess Time Makes…
