PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE
Chris Amoo and Ben Sharples to talk about the past, present and future of black representation in Liverpool music
AIMÉE STEVEN
The Walton singer-songwriter pores over the influences that shimmer through her captivating blend of Nouvelle Vague chic and charming Scouse pop.
SPILT PREMIERE
Watch the video for Helium Heart, the explosive new space rock cut from Runcorn alt. rock mavens
SPILT
Richard Lewis talks to the latest orchestrators of Mersey moshpits about their infectious hybrid sound, as jagged as its birthplace in the nowhere-land of Runcorn
READ IT IN BOOKS
In his new memoir Fried & Justified, publicist to the stars, Mick Houghton, recounts some of the wisdom picked up after a generation working with pop’s most notorious acts.
THE ZUTONS
Zuton Fever is back, as the zany Scouse rockers celebrate 15 years since the release of their debut album with two sold-out headline shows at the Olympia.
RAY MIA’S ADVENTURES IN SOUND
What’s going on at Jacaranda Records? The former Universal Music executive behind the label talks to us about his Liverpool roots and his plans to create a micro-industry in the city.
LIMF 2018
Stefflon Don, Wiley, Young Fathers and more are heading to the magnificent surroundings of Sefton Park for a LIMF summer jam
WYE OAK
Over the past 10 years, the US duo have consistently produced sweeping, guitar-driven albums, but it’s their latest synth-indebted release that sees them head to Sound City riding a wave of fresh critical acclaim.
CAPTAIN BEEFHEART – TOTAL ART
The Zig Zag Wanderer's legacy as a total artist is celebrated with a weekend of events exploring his multifaceted output and links to the city
LIVERPOOL MUSIC WEEK
The high watermark of Autumn’s busy gigging season is once again packed full of legendary names and stars of the future. Allow us to navigate you through the festival’s brilliant 2017 line-up to tee up some highlights.
THE MAGNETIC FIELDS
A motor-flight through life with Stephin Merritt, the man behind one of the most enlightening songbooks in New York’s recent musical history.
THE SUNDOWNERS vs EDGAR JONES
We thought it would be interesting for the Skeleton Key lablemates to interview each other. We were right.
LAURIE SHAW
Our December 2016 cover artist speaks to Richard Lewis about using the quiet of his new home to let his full creative juices flow.
LIVERPOOL MUSIC WEEK 2016
Check out Bido's preview of 2016's instalment to the UK's largest indoor winter festival, Liverpool Music Week
THE WEAVE
Martin Smith has provided brassy intrusions for lots of Liverpool greats, and now claims the limelight with his new outfit.
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