Jazz legend Courtney Pine returns to Liverpool's Tung Auditorium on Saturday 14th March with this award-winning show, House of Legends . Courtney Pine (Credit: One Fell Swoop) In 1986 a 22 year old Courtney Pine appeared on the front cover of the iconic British music publication NME, he is the only Black British jazz artist to do so - the last quote in a two page interview read “You know I’m doing this for a reason” and you better believe he still is… House of Legends is a ve

On Friday night, the Liverpool's O2 Academy saw Man/Woman/Chainsaw supported by Little Grandad. This event is probably best described as the inside of the weird kid's orchestra practice room. There were instruments scattered around the stage, a couple of the performers had made it into suits but most of them were in stripy tights and graphic tshirts, and the music was an experimental mixing pot of everything from David Bryne to Fat White Family. And it was brilliant. Little

Creepy Crawly , the project of songwriter Rachel Cawley , brings a sound reminiscent of early 2000s Indie with the newest single ‘ Buttercup’. The sweet and subtle intro consisting of beautiful acoustic chords accompanied by light drumming of quaint cymbals is perfect for the current changing of seasons from winter into spring. The instrumental exudes life faintly hinting at the hope for better days ahead, the guitar itself almost fruiting throughout the song like a flower w

‘Magic’ immediately begins with a motif that Rachel Rimmer , the frontwoman behind Hot Springs , declares with a mysterious ambiance, “I’ve got magic in my pocket” . However, she does not wish to elaborate upon her sorcery, “ You can’t have it!” , perhaps preferring to show rather than to tell. ‘Magic’ quickly catapults itself into an infectious groove, The bass and drums become the driving force behind the song, providing a steady canvas onto which Rachel projects her d

Dutch seven-piece Son Mieux have cultivated a distinctly bright sound that is a testament to the talent of each individual. Their new single ‘Dark Before The Dawn’ is vast and exciting. Dynamic instrumentals and crisp vocals create an anthemic track full of infectious optimism. Bouncy strings open the track with an energetic lightness, before the voices of Camiel Meiresonne and Maud Akkermans effortlessly trade lines, each one crisp and resonant, elevating and compliment

After dropping their sophomore album 'NATIONAL AVERAGE' last summer, completely by surprise, Black Country duo BIG SPECIAL immediately cemented their place as one of the most exciting new Rock acts in the country. Their blend of cynical social commentary and angsty Punk attitude blended with moments of more thoughtful, vocal reflections has hints of Yard Act and Sleaford Mods while also embodying a definitively unique spirit all of their own. Photo credit: @honeyrobertsp

Norwegian rockers Poor Bambi really know how to immerse you in sound. Their music has a knack for making you lose yourself in the middle of a dense sonic whirlwind and this has never been more true that on their debut album ‘Skyscrapers Soaring, Yet We’re Drowning’ . The title track opens the proceedings with an instant wall of noise! A cacophony of densely layered guitar textures and thrashing drums unleash hell and immediately trap you in a dramatic Punk Rock tension. The

We recently took time off from our usual schedule of attending gigs and interviewing artists to visit one of the most talked about restaurants in the North-West that promised a unique audio-tasting experience. Situated in Liverpool's Baltic Triangle, Manifest was opened by Chef Patron Paul Durand and his wife and business partner Charlotte Jones in 2022. Inspired by Paul’s travels around Europe, the wine bar and restaurant offers a combination of relaxed European dining an

The new single from Buxton singer-songwriter Isaac Neilson sets him in good stead to begin working on his debut album. With an already loyal following, 2026 is undoubtedly a year of success and growth for the indie artist. Photo Credit: Kevin Donnelly Packed with energy and attitude, ‘No Affection’ is bound to be a crowd pleaser. The raw lyricism is charged with passion and authenticity. The electric guitar heats the song up perfectly whilst the drums build intensity and rh