Liverpool Acoustic is proud to launch its new partnership with Prohibition Recording Studios with an intimate double?bill featuring award?winning Wirral songwriter Mike Ryan and North Wales folk?pop duo Igloo Hearts. The show takes place on Friday 13 March in Prohibition’s beautifully restored inner?city studio space — a venue designed for deep listening, rich acoustics, and meaningful connection between artists and audience.
A Rising Voice in Indie?Folk: Mike Ryan
Mike Ryan has become one of the region’s most distinctive songwriters, blending indie?folk and alt?pop with a lyrical honesty that has earned him critical acclaim across five albums. His debut single I’m With You — produced by Bill Ryder?Jones — marked the start of a steady rise that has seen him perform at the Liverpool Philharmonic Music Room, Future Yard, and festivals across Merseyside. A two?time winner of the Liverpool Acoustic Songwriting Challenge Audience Favourite Award, Mike returns with new material including his latest single The Lemon Trees by the Sea, released on 471 Records.
Igloo Hearts: Cinematic Folk?Pop from North Wales
Opening the night are Igloo Hearts, whose cinematic piano lines, rich harmonies, and emotionally charged songwriting have drawn comparisons to Jesca Hoop and Radiohead. Backed by BBC Introducing, their debut album Eyes Closed Against the Sun is already turning heads for its depth and atmosphere. Their live performances — including supports for Cerys Hafana, Michele Stodart, and BBC Radio’s Mark Radcliffe — have cemented them as one of the most exciting emerging acts in the region.
A True Listening?Room Experience
This new series from Liverpool Acoustic and Prohibition champions original songwriting in a space built for clarity, intimacy, and respect for the craft. With only 45 seats, audiences are placed at the heart of the performance, free from distractions and immersed in the stories behind the songs. To preserve this atmosphere, Prohibition operates a minimal?talking, no?phones policy during sets.
Event Details
- What: Mike Ryan, with support from Igloo Hearts
- When: Friday 13 March 2026
- Where: Prohibition Recording Studios, 24a Arrad Street, L7 7BP
- Time: 7.00pm
- Tickets: £11.50 (inc. fees) from Prohibition – advance booking only
A large proportion of ticket revenue goes directly to the artists, supporting the region’s vibrant independent music community.