Music

From rising local bands to legendary venues, explore the heartbeat of North Shields’ music scene. Discover interviews, reviews, and stories from the people and places making noise on the coast.

Gig Review: Liam Fender

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On Easter Saturday night, while the streets of North Shields were unusually quiet, Tyne Bank Brewery was buzzing. Liam Fender returned with his full band for a sold-out show that pulsed with energy and emotion. With a voice reminiscent of Scott Walker and a setlist blending Americana, country, rock, and pop, Liam delivered a powerful performance. Backed by a stellar group of musicians, he proved why his music—and his live presence—deserves wider recognition. The best, it seems, may still be to come.

Rediscovering The Shields Garland – the 1850s songbook of Shields

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The Shields Garland chapbook

When a North Shields resident stumbled upon a forgotten relic from the past, it sparked an unexpected journey through history, music, and community when she discovered The Shields Garland. What began as a quiet moment of curiosity soon grew into a heartfelt project, bringing together voices—old and new—in a celebration of place and memory. Rooted in the streets of North Shields, this story is a reminder that sometimes the past has a way of singing back to us, if we’re willing to listen.

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