Sound City 2021: Everything you need to know as the festival returns to the city

Sound City returns to Liverpool this weekend with some huge names playing alongside new bands and artists.

Red Rum Club, beabadoobee, Jamie Webster and Rejjie Snow headline the music festival which will be staged across different venues in the Baltic Triangle.

We’ve been waiting for this and it’s finally here – so here’s everything you need to know:

What’s Sound City?

Sound City is one of Liverpool’s favourite music events because it captures the vibrancy of the city with an unforgettable three-day festival that sees established names perform alongside local, national and international talent.

It’s one where you can spot the giants of tomorrow – Sound City was the first to host names like Ed Sheeran, Florence and the Machine, Stormzy, Paloma Faith, The 1975, Years & Years, and more.

It’s got a great pedigree – but then producing and promoting the best music is what the city is known for!

Where is it?

This year the festival will return to the Baltic Triangle at a range of venues, including Grand Central Hall, Arts Club, Leaf, Jimmy’s, EBGBS, Jacaranda, The Kazimier Stockroom and The Shipping Forecast. (Wristbands can be collected at the Bombed Out Church).

When is it?

Friday, October 1 to Sunday, October 3.

Jamie Webster is on the lineup

Who’s playing on what day?

Friday: beabadoobee, The Snuts, Not3s, Baby Queen, Gracey, Nauos, Deco, Molly Payton and more.

Saturday: Red Rum Club plus special guest Jamie Webster, The Murder Capital, The Mysterines, Lanterns On The Lake, Lottery Winners, King No-One, Monks, Blondes, Tom Rogan, Pixey, Stanleys and more.

Sunday: Rejjie Snow, The Lathums, Lapsley, Miraa May, The Royston Club, Carla Prata, L’objectif, Rianne Downey, Brooke Combe, The Luka State and more.

The Lathums

How do I find out who’s on at what time and when?

All set times, artist and venue information are available via the new gigseekr app.

Are there still tickets available and how much are they?

Tickets are still available. It’s 14-and overs only and 14-16 year-olds must be accompanied by an adult.

Prices start at £32.45 for one day.

Go to the website here to book yours.

Do I need a Covid test?

You will need to show your COVID-19 status by providing either a negative Rapid Lateral Flow Test, proof of full vaccination (both doses) or proof of natural immunity based on a positive PCR Test.

You can also present a negative test via text message. Use the Government Website to register your result. You should use your accommodation/place of residence as the postcode for registering your result.

Proof of full vaccination must be through the NHS COVID Pass.

How do I get there?

You can walk to the Baltic Triangle from the Arriva Bus Station in Canning Place, Liverpool ONE – see bus times at www.arrivabus.co.uk

The nearest train station is Central – for train times go to www.merseyrail. org

Can I park?

There’s a host of car parks nearby, including Q Park at Liverpool ONE, King Park in Kings Dock Street and Blundell Street Car Park.