Wirral Pop Orchestra & Wirral Big Band Presents: A CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Join us at the gallery for a delightful afternoon of music from two fabulous local bands.
Wirral Big Band and Wirral Pop Orchestra were both started in 2019 by Jan Modelski, an accomplished musician who is passionate about community music, bringing local musicians together.
Wirral Pop Orchestra strays away from the conventional classical classical repertoire exploring the world of Pop, theatre, films and musicals. Wirral Big Band play all things jazz, swing and pop in a Big Band style.
Both bands have enjoyed many successful gigs at a variety of local venues, and we’re delighted to welcome them back to the Williamson for a fabulous festive performance.
The Williamson Café will be open where you can perchance a ‘Festive Mini Afternoon Tea’ and other refreshments.
We’re welcoming the ever-popular Annie Long Trio back to the Williamson for another performance.
‘Step into Spring’ as we welcome sultry Wirral jazz Singer Annie Long together with her talented and versatile musicians.
They will be performing a stylish set of swing, blues, bossas and ballads.
The Café will be open for drinks and light bites.
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Alternative indie rock trio Caro hit the Future Yard live room. Emerging in 2016, the Leeds/Wirral based band pair introspective lyrics with offbeat rhythms and sinewy treated guitars. Caro take on Argyle Street off the back of their 3 single releases last year: Fuss About, Wiggle Room and Snowflake – which picked up support across BBC Introducing, BBC Radio 1 and BBC 6 Music
Caro are no stranger to the stage, playing major UK festivals such as Boardmasters, TRNSMT, Y Not and toured extensively, both as headline acts and supporting bands for names such as: Gengahr, Another Sky and White Lies. With a formidable live reputation already behind them, Caro now brings that energy to Argyle Street; don’t miss the chance to see one of the UK’s most compelling rising indie bands live.
FFO: Alt-J, Everything Everything, Bombay Bicycle Club.
Brought to you by Sole Rebel C.I.C & Holistic Harmonies C.I.C – Jazz Gigs for Kids is a relaxed, joyful live music experience for children and their grown-ups.Led by Sole Rebel’s live jazz band accompanied by tap dancers + guest singers, this evening creates a welcoming space where children and adults can feel comfortable and free to enjoy live jazz together.
Saturday 14th March 2026 – 5.45-8pm at Holy Trinity Hall, Church Road Liverpool L15 9EQ.
Future Yard are excited to welcome Smoove & Turrell to the Live Room.
The story of Smoove & Turrell began in the post millennium North East of England with a group of working class lads and a shared passion for soul. Smoove had met keyboardist Mike Porter through the local music scene in Newcastle and recruited him for his ‘Smoove Live’ project for the label Acid Jazz.
Around Mike’s house one day they overheard a neighbour singing sublime melodies in his garage with friends which turned out to be none other than a young John Turrell practicing in a band called ‘The Stevies’. After a couple of further sessions ‘scouting’ him they finally knocked on the door and had a chat and hit it off straight away.
Their debut single I Can’t Give You Up became an underground Northern Soul classic, selling out instantly and cementing their reputation, leading to the formation of a full live band and the release of their debut album Antique Soul on Jalapeño Records. Heavy early support from Craig Charles propelled the band onto national radio, earning BBC Radio 2 Record of the Week accolades, multiple playlists and strong BBC 6 Music backing.
Since then, Smoove & Turrell have built a fiercely loyal fanbase through relentless touring and a run of critically acclaimed albums blending soul, funk, disco, electronica and socially conscious songwriting rooted in working-class Northern life. Their sixth album Stratos Bleu topped the UK Dance Album Chart and broke the UK Top 40, while 2023’s Red Ellen continued their dancefloor-focused, hopeful yet hard-hitting sound.
As part of their 25th Anniversary celebrations, Positive Impact is proud to present a very special fundraising showcase in support of an unforgettable opportunity for our young performers… A performance trip to Disney, Florida in October 2026, where they will be performing live on stage, right where the magic happens!
The event: Positive Impact Sing ‘Big Band’
Join us for a special pre – Mother’s Day celebration at The Black-E, Great George Street, on Saturday 14th March, for an evening performance at 7.30pm.
Featuring a live collaboration with the incredible local swing band The Halcyon Syncopators, the evening promises music, energy, and joy across generations.
It’s the perfect night out to celebrate music, community, and young talent, while supporting an inspiring cause.
Tickets are available by clicking here
FORM welcomes Damien Dempsey, Irish folk singer-songwriter, to Future Yard. Born in 1975 in Donaghmede, Dublin, Damien’s earliest inspirations come from artists such as Bob Marley, Christy Moore and Elvis Presley. Damien Dempsey blends traditional Irish folk music with touches of modernity, taking inspiration from reggae and hip-hop. His lyrics are raw and poetic, delivering social and political commentaries.
Damien’s music has quietly won the admiration of respected artists such as Brian Eno, Sinéad O’Connor, Bob Dylan and U2, with whom he has also shared the stage. Morrissey later invited him to join his U.S. tour as a supporting act. Damien has received several Irish Meteor Awards, including Best Irish Male and Best Traditional Folk, and his albums have reached Platinum status and topped the charts. His work has also earned recognition from Rolling Stone, The Guardian, Billboard, MOJO, and The Sunday Times.
Tickets on sale 10am Wednesday 17th December 2025.
Wordsmithery Presents a very special Saturday night edition at Future Yard with a really special lineup, bringing together two established local acoustic legends and an amazing poet for an evening of some of the best wordsmiths in Merseyside.
This event features two extended acoustic sets, giving audiences the rare chance to fully immerse themselves in the craft, stories and musical worlds of Danny Bradley and Hughzy as well as poetry from 471 Records artist Nicola Hardman
Special Guests Cath Holland & Split Level Music join Alison Schultz amongst 471 surprises to celebrate 2 years of their spoken word night.
Bread Hotel’ is Bee Huskisson – a young singer-songwriter based around Liverpool and the Wirral, with an engaging and dynamic live set, as well as a large, varied discography.
Her songs are subversive and emotive, while her lyrics combine poeticism, vulnerability, humour and relatability – often drawing on their struggles with mental health and their experiences of being trans and neurodivergent.
Events 471 are delighted that Bread Hotel is signed to 471 Records and thrilled to be releasing her fifth album, NEW QUIET.
NEW QUIET is an indie folk album combining reflective, vulnerable and imaginative lyrics with rich, layered soundscapes of guitars, percussion and synthesizers. The record explores themes of mental health, optimism, queerness and more with nuance and intimacy, balanced by cathartic, energetic builds and climaxes that promise to leave audiences moved and inspired.
Join us on 21st February 2025 at Future Yard for an unforgettable day celebrating NEW QUIET— an album that invites you into her world.
