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          Labrinth Ignites the Cosmic Opera Era with New Single “IMPLOSION”

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          Lily Allen
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          Lily Allen Returns with Her Biggest-Ever UK & Ireland Arena Tour — June 2026

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          KillerStar
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          KillerStar Return with New Album ‘The Afterglow’ — Hear Lead Single ‘So Easy’

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          Aerosmith & Yungblud
          Album Reviews

          REVIEW: Aerosmith & Yungblud – One More Time EP

          November 20, 2025

          The unlikely team-up of Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler and Joe Perry and Yorkshire’s punk-pop firebrand Yungblud has dropped a 5-track EP, One More Time. Four brand-new co-writes plus a glossy 2025 rework of “Back In the […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: James – Nothing But Love: The Definitive Best Of
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: James – Nothing But Love: The Definitive Best Of

          November 19, 2025

          For a band often frozen in the public imagination as ’90s indie heroes, James have spent over four decades proving they are far more than that label suggests. Formed in 1982, the Manchester group have […]

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          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N - Esther Yi
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N – Esther Yi

          October 30, 2023

          K-Pop has reached an international audience. This year, BLACKPINK made history as the first K-pop band to headline a major UK festival at Hyde Park. The media’s coverage of BTS member’s enlistment into compulsory military […]

          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes

          August 29, 2023

          How does one become qualified to write a fictional music novel? The author of Sophomore Songs offers some clues. Growing up reading NME, doing a stint at Clash, drumming for several bands on and off, and […]

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          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography 2
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          ‘Pop’ at 26: Looking back at the orphan child in U2’s discography

          March 3, 2022

          In March of 1997, 26 years ago, U2 released their much anticipated ninth studio album POP; for fans and critics alike, it quickly became their most polarizing release. There is a prevailing feeling that POP […]

          CLASSIC ALBUM: Duran Duran – Duran Duran 2
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          CLASSIC ALBUM: Duran Duran – Duran Duran

          June 17, 2021

          This week sees the 40th anniversary of Duran Duran’s self-titled debut album. XS Noize looks back on this momentous release from a band that would become the ‘Fab Five’ of the ‘80s. It was December […]

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          Bastille
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          LIVE REVIEW: Bastille – Songs from The First 15 Years at The O2, London

          November 19, 2025

          With three UK number-one albums, a string of major hits, and—impressively—their original core line-up still intact since forming in 2010, now seems the perfect moment for Bastille to take stock of everything they’ve built.  Their […]

          Levellers
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          LIVE REVIEW: Levellers — Shepherds Bush Empire Zeitgeist 30th Anniversary Tour

          November 18, 2025

          When it comes to Levellers albums that fans rally behind, Levelling the Land often steals the spotlight. Its influence is unquestionable. But it’s far from the only record in their catalogue deserving anniversary treatment. This […]

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          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
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          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018

          December 22, 2018

          2018 has been an incredible year for albums. The year saw the strongest new acts in decades release their debuts, as well as a number of alternative legends returning to top form. The world of dance […]

          The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP
          Round Up

          The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP

          October 29, 2018

          Welcome to the October 2018 edition of our monthly new music playlist, which is available to listen to and watch via YouTube. If you enjoy any of the songs featured here, we encourage you to support […]

        • In Focus

          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square

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          Putting the Fast in Belfast 7 once again proved why it has become a staple of the city’s summer music calendar. A packed Custom House Square buzzed with anticipation as fans from across generations gathered […]

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour

          May 20, 2025

          Legendary Canadian rocker Bryan Adams brought his unstoppable energy to Leeds on May 10th as part of his Roll With the Punches tour — and it was nothing short of a euphoric celebration of life, […]

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        • Hans Zimmer
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          Hans Zimmer: The ultimate fan’s guide

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          Hans Zimmer, the genius behind Hollywood’s most unforgettable scores, is back on tour with an electrifying live experience to share with his fans. From “Inception” to “Dune”, Zimmer is preparing to transform his soundscapes into […]

          Andrea Bocelli
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          The ultimate fans guide to seeing Andrea Bocelli in Amsterdam

          August 21, 2025

          The Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli, will be at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on March 29 and 30, 2026. The show will feature a mix of operatic tracks, pop songs, and classical repertoire. Bocelli is […]

          Eros Ramazzotti
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          Eros Ramazzotti: Dates, venues, tickets and more

          August 18, 2025

          To celebrate the 40th anniversary of his breakout single, “Una Storia Importante”, Eros Ramazzotti will be performing live on some of the grandest stages across Europe, Latin America, and North America. Ramazzotti is a world-renowned […]

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        • TAVE
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          November 11, 2025

          Rising artist TAVE has had an extraordinary journey — from earning a scholarship at just 13 and performing with some of music’s biggest names to now stepping into the spotlight with his deeply personal debut […]

          :Panic :Over
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          INTERVIEW: :Panic :Over Are Turning Northern Irish Indie Into a Global Sound

          October 16, 2025

          Neal McClelland meets the Northern Irish band whose anthemic sound is turning heads from Belfast to Tokyo. There’s something electric about catching a band right before liftoff — that mix of confidence, humour, and disbelief […]

          Fabrizio Cammarata
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          INTERVIEW: Fabrizio Cammarata on Solitude, Connection, and the Inner Worlds of His New Album “Insularities”

          October 10, 2025

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        • Roland Gift of Fine Young Cannibals
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          Roland Gift on 40 Years of Fine Young Cannibals & His New Christmas Single | XS Noize Podcast #259

          November 16, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Roland Gift — the iconic voice of Fine Young Cannibals and one of the most instantly recognisable singers in British music. With […]

          ALKY
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          ALKY on breaking the cycle with debut album ‘Rinse & Repeat’ | XS Noize Podcast #258

          November 13, 2025

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          The Charlatans
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          Martin Blunt – The Charlatans: Inside new album ‘We Are Love’ | XS Noize Podcast #257

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Month: April 2015

AWOLNATION - announce brand new single + Reading & Leeds Festival appearances
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AWOLNATION – announce brand new single + Reading & Leeds Festival appearances

April 30, 2015 XS Noize

LA electro-rock sensations AWOLNATION have unveiled their radiantly anthemic new single ‘I Am’. The track follows the band’s dazzling return with ‘Hollow Moon (Bad Wolf)’. Another shining example of front man Aaron Bruno’s masterful songwriting, […]

BEAR'S DEN announce biggest show yet at London's Roundhouse
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BEAR’S DEN announce biggest show yet at London’s Roundhouse

April 30, 2015 XS Noize

Bear’s Den follow the news that their new single, Above The Clouds Of Pompeii has been nominated for a prestigious Ivor Novello Award, with the announcement of a massive London headline show at The Roundhouse, […]

ALBUM REVIEW : BUILT TO SPILL - UNTETHERED MOON
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW : BUILT TO SPILL – UNTETHERED MOON

April 30, 2015 Lori Gava

Returning with a new release after six years, Built To Spill’s eighth album Untethered Moon drops this week. The legendary band has inspired numerous Northwestern Sound bands in its wake and is adding to their […]

THE MACCABEES - Announce intimate UK shows
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THE MACCABEES – Announce intimate UK shows

April 30, 2015 XS Noize

The Maccabees break their three year silence when they release the first taste of their eagerly anticipated self-produced 4th album with explosive new single ‘Marks To Prove It’ on May 11th. To celebrate the single […]

TRACK OF THE DAY : JACK & ELIZA - New Single 'Oh No' / UK Live Dates
Gigs

TRACK OF THE DAY : JACK & ELIZA – New Single ‘Oh No’ / UK Live Dates

April 30, 2015 XS Noize

New York City’s Jack & Eliza are hitting the road in the UK and North America this spring and summer as they approach the release of their debut album, Gentle Warnings, out June 9th on […]

MARTIN GORE - Shares video for 'EUROPA HYMN' - Watch
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WATCH: Martin Gore – Exclusive ‘MG’ Interview

April 29, 2015 XS Noize

Martin Gore released his eagerly awaited solo album, MG, this week. Described by XS Noize as “a hugely enjoyable listening experience.”, the 16-track album, comprising textural, emotional and filmic instrumentals, is out now. Watch Martin […]

DE LUX - Announce New Album  ‘Generation’  out June 22
New Music

DE LUX – Announce New Album ‘Generation’ out June 22

April 29, 2015 XS Noize

De Lux have announced the release of a new album Generation, due out on June 22 through Innovative Leisure (Tropics, Classixx, BADBADNOTGOOD). The band are trailing the announcement with new track ‘Someday Now’ listen BELOW. […]

LONELADY - Announces summer & autumn tour / Listen to 'Hinterland' Remix
Gigs

LONELADY – Announces summer & autumn tour / Listen to ‘Hinterland’ Remix

April 29, 2015 XS Noize

LoneLady has recently played a headline tour across the UK, and can now announce details of festival appearances throughout the summer and a headline show at London’s Heaven on October 7th, with more UK and […]

FIGHT LIKE APES - New Single 'Pretty Keen On Centrefolds' - Listen
Track Of The Day

FIGHT LIKE APES – New Single ‘Pretty Keen On Centrefolds’ – Listen

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

After an epic wait following an incredibly successful Fund It campaign, Fight Like Apes have announced the release of their eponymous 3rd album. Due out on Alcopop! Records on 18 May, this record is undeniably […]

OF MONSTERS AND MEN / Announce UK Tour + Share New Album Track 'I Of The Storm'
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OF MONSTERS AND MEN / Announce UK Tour + Share New Album Track ‘I Of The Storm’

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

Of Monsters and Men have announced details of a UK tour for November 2015. Starting in Manchester on 18th November, the Icelandic quintet will play Birmingham, Bristol, Glasgow, Newcastle, and Sheffield, as well as a […]

BLUR TO PLAY FREE SHOW FOR FANS ON MAY 1st: THE MAGIC WHIP LIVE IN BROOKLYN
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BLUR TO PLAY FREE SHOW FOR FANS ON MAY 1st: THE MAGIC WHIP LIVE IN BROOKLYN

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

New York, NY – Already en route to New York for an April 30 appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Blur will treat fans to a free performance of the just-released The Magic […]

MUSE - RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM “DRONES”, RELEASED IN THE UK ON JUNE 8 2
New Music

MUSE REVEAL BRAND NEW VIDEO FOR ‘DEAD INSIDE’

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

Muse have revealed their brand new video for ‘Dead Inside’. “Dead Inside” appears on their forthcoming studio album, Drones, which will be released June 8th by Warner Bros. Records. Drones is co-produced by Muse and […]

ANTON NEWCOMBE & TESS PARKS premiere track & announce album & tour - listen
Gigs

ANTON NEWCOMBE & TESS PARKS reveal German Tangerine video

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

Anton Newcombe and Tess Parks have revealed the video for ‘German Tangerine’. The track is taken from their forthcoming collaborative album ‘I Declare Nothing’, which is released on 29th June, watch the video below: Anton […]

FICTION PREMIERE ‘BEST BEFORE’ – LEAD TRACK FROM THEIR UPCOMING ‘INSTANT MEMORIES EP’
New Music

FICTION PREMIERE ‘BEST BEFORE’ – LEAD TRACK FROM THEIR UPCOMING ‘INSTANT MEMORIES EP’

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

Fiction, the London-based band behind critically acclaimed debut album ‘The Big Other, have unveiled the lead track from their upcoming EP, ‘Best Before’. The track is a perfect example of what’s to come from the band, […]

LIVE REVIEW: NICK CAVE, GLASGOW ROYAL CONCERT HALL 26/04/15
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: NICK CAVE, GLASGOW ROYAL CONCERT HALL 26/04/15

April 28, 2015 David McElroy

Before this gig, I’d never had the chance to see Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds live, so I was part over excited, part intrigued about the prospect of a Cave solo show. The show […]

ALBUM REVIEW: PALE HONEY - PALE HONEY
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY : PALE HONEY – TEASE – Listen

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

Gothenburg duo Pale Honey have just shared new track ‘Tease’, taken from their self-titled, debut album. Where debut single ‘Youth’ was praised for its intensity and directness, bathed as it was in a tone that […]

THE COMPLETE AMERICAN RECORDINGS OF JOHNNY CASH RELEASED IN MAY
New Music

THE COMPLETE AMERICAN RECORDINGS OF JOHNNY CASH RELEASED IN MAY

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

The Johnny Cash American Recordings LP boxed set, a classic black box housing all studio albums released between 1994 and 2010 on 180gm vinyl will be released in May. American Recordings is the 81st album […]

'AND SO I WATCH YOU FROM AFAR' PREMIERE NEW SINGLE 'RUN HOME' - listen
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: AND SO I WATCH YOU FROM AFAR – HEIRS

April 28, 2015 Lori Gava

Hailing from the great land of Northern Ireland, the band, And So I Watch You from Afar are releasing their fourth album, Heirs on May 4 as the follow up to All Hail Bright Futures […]

SICK RECORDS: VINYL FIVE FOR MONDAY – 27/04/2015 7
Vinyl Five

SICK RECORDS: VINYL FIVE FOR MONDAY – 27/04/2015

April 27, 2015 Kenny Murdock

Check out this weeks ‘Vinyl Five for Monday 27/04/2015’, The essential vinyl you should own this week, carefully selected by Kenny Murdock from Belfast’s best vinyl record store ‘Sick Records, Belfast‘.     A Girl […]

SWANS - TO RELEASE DELUXE 3 CD RELEASE OF FILTH – OUT 4 MAY
Gigs

SWANS – TO RELEASE DELUXE 3 CD RELEASE OF FILTH – OUT 4 MAY

April 27, 2015 XS Noize

The deluxe 3 CD edition of Filth will be released on 4 May 2015. This will be the definitive CD edition of Filth, featuring 3 newly remastered CDs – Filth, Body To Body & the […]

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