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        • Northern Ireland Event Summit
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          Belfast Hosts Inaugural Northern Ireland Events Summit Bringing Together Industry Leaders

          March 12, 2026

          Professionals from across Northern Ireland’s events, hospitality and tourism sectors gathered at the W5 Lecture Theatre yesterday in Belfast for the inaugural Northern Ireland Event Summit, presented by Eventsec alongside industry partners Belsonic, Aiken Promotions, […]

          Violet Grohl announces debut album 'Be Sweet To Me' and shares new song “595”
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          Violet Grohl announces debut album ‘Be Sweet To Me’ and shares new song “595”

          March 12, 2026

          Violet Grohl announces her debut album, Be Sweet To Me, set for global release on May 29th via Auroura Records / Republic Records. Following the 2025 release of “THUM” and “Applefish,” today Violet also unleashes a new album track “595,” […]

          The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe
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          The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe

          March 11, 2026

          Following the success of the anniversary tours of the UK and North America, The Pogues are going back on the road this coming winter with dates across Germany, The Netherlands as well as the UK […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Prostitute – Attempted Martyr
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Prostitute – Attempted Martyr

          March 11, 2026

          After teasing listeners with a partial release last year, Michigan-based industrial/noise rock outfit Prostitute now formally unveil their debut album Attempted Martyr via Mute Records.  Formed around frontman Moe and drummer Andrew, Prostitute also features […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles - Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles – Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally

          March 6, 2026

          The moment has arrived at last for Harry Styles fans. Cool haircuts, ballet pumps, marathons, Italian cookery and an impeccably trousered appearance at the Brit Awards can all be set aside as HS4 has finally […]

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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 […]

        • Classic Albums

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

          ‘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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre Credit Wiktoria Wolny
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre

          February 26, 2026

          In the heart of London’s Embankment, the recently opened Emerald Theatre feels part The Great Gatsby, part Emerald City — lavish, theatrical and unapologetically opulent. The room glows in rich green tones and, with its […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London photos by Martin
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London

          February 21, 2026

          Of Monsters and Men first broke through in 2010 after winning Músíktilraunir, Iceland’s annual Battle of the Bands. That early victory propelled the then-emerging collective onto the international stage, leading to a European Border Breakers […]

        • Round Up

          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
          Round Up

          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// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show Credit: Denise Esposito
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show

          February 6, 2026

          On 3 February, Ash returned to La Scala for a blistering, high-energy London show. Packed wall to wall, the venue buzzed as the trio tore through a career-spanning set, seamlessly weaving in new material from […]

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland Credit: Becca McCaffrey
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland

          January 11, 2026

          Biffy Clyro put on a brilliant show at the 3Arena on Saturday, 10 January, delivering a set that was as heavy and intense as it was open and emotional. The sold-out Dublin crowd were treated […]

  • Gigs
        • Hans Zimmer
          Gigs

          Hans Zimmer: The ultimate fan’s guide

          August 27, 2025

          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
          Gigs

          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
          Gigs

          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 […]

  • Interviews
        • Elles Bailey
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Elles Bailey on the Story Behind ‘Can’t Take My Story Away’

          March 9, 2026

          Singer-songwriter Elles Bailey released her latest album, Can’t Take My Story Away, at the beginning of this year. Produced by Luke Potashnick, the album is deeply personal and quietly powerful—rooted in resilience, reflection, and self-ownership. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

          TAVE
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: TAVE Talks ‘Fly Away,’ Self-Discovery, and the Art of Letting Go

          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
          Podcast

          Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275

          March 11, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Damon Minchella — founder of Ocean Colour Scene, longtime bass player for Paul Weller, and collaborator with Richard Ashcroft — to talk […]

          Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274
          Podcast

          Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274

          March 8, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with legendary U2 producer Steve Lillywhite to discuss his remarkable career working with the band and the creative process behind iconic albums including […]

          The Dream Machine
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          “We’re Always Making Music for Ourselves” — The Dream Machine on ‘Fort Perch Rock’ | XS Noize Podcast #273

          March 4, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Zak and Matty from The Dream Machine to talk about Fort Perch Rock — the band’s third studio album and a record […]

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THE PRODIGY: Become first band ever to score six consecutive No.1 albums in the UK!
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THE PRODIGY: Become first band ever to score six consecutive No.1 albums in the UK!

April 7, 2015 XS Noize

Last night latest album from The Prodigy – The Day Is My Enemy – crashed into the No.1 spot in the UK Album Chart, making them the first band ever to achieve six consecutive No.1 […]

ALBUM REVIEW: SUFJAN STEVENS - CARRIE AND LOWELL
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ALBUM REVIEW: SUFJAN STEVENS – CARRIE AND LOWELL

April 7, 2015 Lori Gava

Critic favorite Indie Pop singer/songwriter Sufjan Stevens has released his seventh studio album this week, Carrie and Lowell. Stevens has been displaying his superior musical abilities, using haunting melodies and insightful lyrics for years since […]

ALBUM REVIEW: THE TAMBORINES - SEA OF MURMER
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: THE TAMBORINES – SEA OF MURMER

April 7, 2015 Lori Gava

The London via Brazil duo The Tamborines are releasing Sea of Murmur the follow up to their debut album the 2010 Camera and Tremor. The DIY, Indie Noise Pop duo have moved away from the […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: AVID DANCER - 'Not Far To Go' - Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: AVID DANCER – ‘Not Far To Go’ – Listen

April 7, 2015 XS Noize

Avid Dancer’s debut LP 1st Bath is out next week on Grand Jury. It’s a beautiful record from start to finish and captures the spellbinding and deeply personal lyrics of Jacob Summers. Last week Fader […]

ALIAS KID - To release debut album 'Revolt To Revolt' 25th May
New Music

ALIAS KID – To release debut album ‘Revolt To Revolt’ 25th May

April 7, 2015 XS Noize

Only six months after forming, Manchester band Alias Kid were signed to 359 Music by industry mogul Alan McGee. The band fuses 60’s style anthems with an eclectic mix of influences from the 1970’s to […]

TAME IMPALA: First Official Single "'Cause I'm A Man" Shared TODAY! - Listen
New Music

TAME IMPALA: First Official Single “‘Cause I’m A Man” Shared TODAY! – Listen

April 5, 2015 XS Noize

Three weeks since surprising the world with epic track “Let It Happen” via their website, Tame Impala have today unveiled their first official single “‘Cause I’m A Man.” “Cause I’m A Man” will be released […]

TAME IMPALA SHARE NEW TRACK - 'LET IT HAPPEN' - Listen
New Music

TAME IMPALA – Announce New Album ‘Currents’ – listen to track

April 5, 2015 XS Noize

Following their very excellent 2012 LP Lonerism, Tame Impala are coming back with Currents, arriving later this year via their new label, InterScope. The band revealed the album tonight on their Facebook page, along with […]

GIRLS NAMES: Unveil epic new track 'ZERO TRIPTYCH' - Listen
New Music

GIRLS NAMES: Unveil epic new track ‘ZERO TRIPTYCH’ – Listen

April 3, 2015 XS Noize

Girls Names have unveiled the 11 minute epic single “Zero Triptych”, which will be released on 12″ by Tough Love. The band recently told FADER: “The initial idea for ‘Zero Triptych’ goes back almost three […]

MEG BAIRD:  Announces forthcoming album Don't Weigh Down the Light, due 22nd June
New Music

MEG BAIRD: Announces forthcoming album Don’t Weigh Down the Light, due 22nd June

April 3, 2015 XS Noize

Meg Baird’s last decade would be remarkable by any artist’s standards. She co-founded and recorded three albums with Espers—one of the most distinctively mysterious acts of the century’s first decade. She recorded two solo LPs: […]

THE HEARTLESS BASTARDS: STREAM NEW SINGLE “GATES OF DAWN”
New Music

THE HEARTLESS BASTARDS: STREAM NEW SINGLE “GATES OF DAWN”

April 3, 2015 XS Noize

Austin based Heartless Bastards today stream “Gates Of Dawn”, the first release from their upcoming fifth album, and career highlight, “Restless Ones”. The band have spent the past decade in motion, boldly pushing their unique […]

WAXAHATCHEE / Shares new single 'Under A Rock' and adds more European tour dates
New Music

WAXAHATCHEE: Shares ‘Under A Rock’ video ahead of ‘Ivy Tripp’ album release

April 3, 2015 XS Noize

Waxahatchee has revealed the video for ‘Under a Rock’, featuring the full-band formation as they perform the single for friends at Golden Tea House, a now-defunct West Philadelphia performance space that was central to the […]

TIGERCATS - share new single "Wheezer" + continue UK tour
New Music

TIGERCATS – share new single “Wheezer” + continue UK tour

April 3, 2015 XS Noize

Following the release of their vividly emotional and socially expansive album Mysteries, East London’s Tigercats are all set to release album highlight “Wheezer” as their next single. As frontman Duncan Barratt cagily puts it, “I […]

MODERN FAMILY UNIT: ready to revitalise modern New Wave with single  ‘Mmm mmm mm aah’
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: MODERN FAMILY UNIT – ‘Mm – Mmm – Mm – Ah’ – Listen / Watch

April 3, 2015 XS Noize

Manchester electronic duo Modern Family Unit revive the 80s with this synth laden belter of a song the catchy ‘Mm – Mmm – Mm – Ah’. On first listen it seemed like a novelty throwaway […]

THE MEMBRANES - ‘Dark Matter / Dark Energy’ The brand new album out in June
New Music

THE MEMBRANES – ‘Dark Matter / Dark Energy’ The brand new album out in June

April 2, 2015 XS Noize

Fronted by charismatic singer John Robb, the Membranes formed in the wake of Punk in Blackpool in 1977. The band made a huge impact on the post-punk scene of the 1980s, with John Robb also […]

WOLF ALICE -  Share behind the scenes tour video - Watch
New Music

WOLF ALICE – Share behind the scenes tour video – Watch

April 2, 2015 XS Noize

Fresh from their debut, sold-out, US headline tour last month, London’s Wolf Alice have shared behind the scenes tour footage ahead of a sold-out homecoming show at Shepherd’s Bush Empire on April 3rd. Like their […]

THE NATIONAL: Release Unheard Track to "Mistaken For Strangers" Viewers - Listen
New Music

THE NATIONAL: Release Unheard Track to “Mistaken For Strangers” Viewers – Listen

April 2, 2015 XS Noize

Earlier today, The National announced that viewers who rent or buy their critically acclaimed documentary film “Mistaken For Strangers” via the digital distributor VHX, will receive a free download of the never before released song […]

THE MACCABEES Return with 'Marks To Prove It' - Listen
New Music

THE MACCABEES Return with ‘Marks To Prove It’ – Listen

April 2, 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 […]

PLACEBO - Play London shows next week
New Music

PLACEBO: DEBUT ALBUM TO BE RE-ISSUED FOR RECORD STORE DAY

April 2, 2015 XS Noize

Placebo will re-issue their self-titled debut album as part of Record Store Day on the 18th of April. The re-issue of ‘Placebo’ will be re-mastered and be available on high quality, 180 gr red vinyl […]

TRACK OF THE DAY - ZEFUR WOLVES - 'TROUBLED SOUL':  Exclusive 1st listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY – ZEFUR WOLVES – ‘TROUBLED SOUL’: Exclusive 1st listen

April 2, 2015 XS Noize

Mexican border crossings, the traditional ceremonies of surviving Native American communities and lunar eclipses all form the lyrical rock bed of the laid-back, guitar-driven debut single and album of new Welsh five-piece, Zefur Wolves. Sin […]

BECK WINS 'ALBUM OF THE YEAR' GRAMMY FOR 'MORNING PHASE'
New Music

BECK – Shares video for “COUNTRY DOWN” – Watch

April 1, 2015 XS Noize

Recent Grammy winner Beck who won Album of the year with masterpiece “Morning Phase” has shared the video for the album track “Country Down”. It’s part lyric video, part studio footage, and part atmospheric nature […]

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