Liverpool Acoustic is the only website of its kind in the UK. It was founded by Graham Holland in April 2008 as a central resource for the vibrant and exciting acoustic music scene in Liverpool and the Greater Merseyside area. The website publishes news from the local acoustic music scene, previews of upcoming events, and reviews of music releases and gigs. This content is available for free via email subscription. Liverpool Acoustic also hosts its own shows at venues including the Music Room and LEAF on Bold Street.
Join Liverpool Acoustic for the final Tuesday Tunes at the Courtroom Cafe Our weekly open mic is on the move again. After three fabulous months at the Courtroom Cafe we’re upping sticks and moving on to pastures new. Sadly the cafe will be closing in the next month or so,Continue Reading
Join Liverpool Acoustic for an Easter Egg-stravaganza in Thornton Hough this Saturday After last year’s successful and highly enjoyable Winter Warmer and Summer Sizzler Liverpool Acoustic returns to Thornton Hough Village Club & Bar on the evening of Saturday 8th April for a night of top acoustic music we’re calling our Easter Egg-stravaganza (see whatContinue Reading
Liverpool Acoustic seeks new Deputy Editor Liverpool Acoustic is seeking a new Deputy Editor to support the ongoing development of the website. Liverpool Acoustic publishes a selection of news items, previews of live events, and reviews of gigs and music releases. Launched in 2008 to support the local acoustic music scene in LiverpoolContinue Reading
Ahead of their 7th annual festival of music and arts in Liverpool’s Baltic Triangle, Threshold Festival have launched a new crowdfunding campaign with a variety of rewards on offer for those who pledge. Threshold Festival launched their campaign last week following a shortfall in funding ahead of their 7th annual event in Liverpool’sContinue Reading
Tickets are selling fast for Hafdis Huld’s appearance for Liverpool Acoustic Live on Friday 28th April 2017. Only 20 tickets remain for the opportunity to see one of Iceland’s best-loved performers play at Mathew Street’s View Two Gallery. Born in Reykjavik and now living in Mosfellsdalur, Hafdis rose to fame following herContinue Reading
Could you open for Jon Gomm in Liverpool this May? Incomparable, virtuoso guitarist Jon Gomm is returning to the road this May after a break from touring for what he refers to as ‘personal stuff’ (congratulations on the new arrival, by the way!). After selling out the View Two GalleryContinue Reading
This Sunday, iconic folk group Fairport Convention will celebrate their golden anniversary with a show at Camp & Furnace in Liverpool. The folk-rock heroes will be marking 50 years of performances in 2017 with an extensive series of dates and the release of ’50:50@50? which will feature new original songs and live recordings ofContinue Reading
Beyond the Beaten Track announces industry panels, day programme and music lineup for legacy event this Saturday Beyond the Beaten Track Saturday 28th January, 2017 The Bluecoat, Liverpool 2.00pm to late Free Entry – – On Saturday January 28th, the Bluecoat will host BEYOND THE BEATEN TRACK – a one-off closing party event,Continue Reading
UPDATE: Change of lineup this Friday as Paul Dunbar saves the day Unfortunately singer-songwriter Karen Turley is unable to make it to the View Two Gallery this coming Friday 27th January 2017 for her EP launch due to a family bereavement. Everyone at Liverpool Acoustic sends Karen our deepest condolences and aContinue Reading
Weekly, starting Tuesday 10th January 2017 8pm to 11pm Liverpool Acoustic Open Mic at The Courtroom Cafe 57-59 Victoria Street, L1 6DE The Liverpool Acoustic Open Mic returns after the Christmas break with a couple of important changes. Starting Tuesday 10th January this ever-popular event now takes place every Tuesday eveningContinue Reading
