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          Oasis release ‘Bring It Down (Live From Edinburgh 9 August ’25)’

          August 22, 2025

          Ahead of beginning their sold-out run of shows in North America, Oasis release ‘Bring It On Down (Live from Edinburgh, 9 August ‘25).’ The track was recorded on Saturday 9th August at the second of […]

          Kings of Leon
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          Kings of Leon Drop New Single “We’re Onto Something” Featuring Zach Bryan

          August 22, 2025

          GRAMMY Award®-winning, multi-platinum rock band Kings of Leon have released new single, “We’re Onto Something” featuring Zach Bryan, via Love Tap Records, the band’s own imprint distributed by Virgin Records. Last weekend, Zach Bryan joined Kings of Leon on […]

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          Suede Reveal 2026 UK Tour in Support of Antidepressants After Southbank Sell-Out

          August 22, 2025

          Suede have announced a UK tour for 2026 that will see the band take their highly-anticipated tenth studio album, Antidepressants on the road for the first time. Access is available to an exclusive fan tour presale from Wednesday […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Deftones - Private Music
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Deftones – Private Music

          August 21, 2025

          It has taken five years for new Deftones music, the longest gap between studio albums for the Sacramento, California-based alternative metal icons, but now they return with the outstandingly atmospheric offering Private Music. However, things […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Who - Live At The Oval 1971
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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Who – Live At The Oval 1971

          August 21, 2025

          On the 18th of September 1971, The Who took to the stage at The Oval cricket ground in South London to headline ‘Goodbye Summer: A Rock Concert in aid of Famine Relief for the People […]

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          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N - Esther Yi
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          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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          Chase & Status
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          LIVE REVIEW: Chase & Status – All Points East, Victoria Park

          August 18, 2025

          Dance and electronic music have steadily carved out their place at Victoria Park, and All Points East 2025 proved no exception. Following on from LCD Soundsystem’s 2024 showcase, which paired them with acts like Joy […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Ferocious Dog at The Fire Station, Sunderland Credit: Iam Burn
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          LIVE REVIEW: Ferocious Dog at The Fire Station, Sunderland

          August 18, 2025

          The Fire Station in Sunderland has been running a season of outdoor performances called ‘Summer Parties’ throughout August. Think of it as a festival across a month instead of lots of performers in one day. […]

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          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
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          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 […]

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

          August 17, 2025

          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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        • 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 […]

          Tokio Hotel
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          Everything you need to know about seeing Tokio Hotel perform in London

          August 16, 2025

          Get ready for an electrifying performance as the German rock band Tokio Hotel will begin their 2026 global run with a show at the iconic OVO Hydro Arena in London. Tokio Hotel is a German […]

          Lady Gaga
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          Possible setlist for Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball Tour show in London

          August 13, 2025

          The enigmatic Lady Gaga is redefining the art of live performance with her highly anticipated Mayhem Ball Tour which began in July 2025. This is her first arena tour since 2018, bringing a theatrical, gothic-inspired […]

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        • Asha Maclean
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          INTERVIEW: Asha Maclean on Her Single “Yoga,” Creative Roots, and Staying True to Herself

          June 25, 2025

          Asha Maclean grew up in a deeply creative household, so it’s little surprise that she emerged as a multitalented artist in her own right. Immersed in music and dance from a young age, she first […]

          DURAN DURAN
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          INTERVIEW: Roger Taylor on the Rhythm of Duran Duran: Hits, Influences & Life on the Road

          June 19, 2025

          John Kearns talks to Duran Duran –  The Duran Duran European summer tour is now in full swing. The DD truck has already rolled into cities such as Antwerp, Amsterdam and Rome and will continue […]

          Stephen Moore
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          INTERVIEW: Stephen Moore on Post Death Soundtrack’s New Album & HE IS ME

          June 12, 2025

          Post Death Soundtrack, the musical project of Stephen Moore, recently unveiled his fifth album, IN ALL MY NIGHTMARES I AM ALONE, a 30-track collection of songs ranging across the stylistic spectrum, including rock, Gothic rock, […]

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        • Matt Berninger (The National) on His New Solo Album ‘Get Sunk’ | XS Noize Podcast #241
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          The National’s Matt Berninger on His New Solo Album ‘Get Sunk’ & European Tour | XS Noize Podcast #241

          August 20, 2025

          In Episode #241 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with Matt Berninger — frontman of The National and acclaimed solo artist — about his brand-new album Get Sunk. Best known for his […]

          The Subways
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          The Subways: 20 Years of ‘Young For Eternity’ & What’s Next | XS Noize Podcast #240

          August 13, 2025

          In Episode #240 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Billy Lunn and Charlotte Cooper,  from The Subways, to mark the 20th anniversary of their debut album Young For Eternity and the […]

          XS Noize Podcast #239 – Bob Stanley on Saint Etienne’s final album International
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          Bob Stanley on Saint Etienne’s Final Album “International” and 30 Years of Music | XS Noize Podcast #239

          August 6, 2025

          In Episode #239 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Bob Stanley from Saint Etienne to discuss the legendary band’s 13th and final album, International. For over 30 years, Saint Etienne have […]

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Download / listen to new track ‘CAN’T TAKE IT’ from SEXTILE
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Download / listen to new track ‘CAN’T TAKE IT’ from SEXTILE

June 17, 2015 XS Noize

Today we’re excited to introduce a brand new band. Taking their name from an astrological term relating to harmony and the ease of expression of two conflicting elements, LA’s Sextile today give away their first […]

PETE MACLEOD - Streams new track ‘MINOTAUR’ - listen
New Music

PETE MACLEOD – Streams new track ‘MINOTAUR’ – listen

June 17, 2015 XS Noize

Pete MacLeod. Hails from Glasgow and recently signed by Alan McGee’s Creation Management, Pete has been working with renowned producer Youth (Pink Floyd, The Verve, Primal Scream) to craft an eclectic dance record, showcasing his […]

WOLF ALICE - SHARE ‘BROS’ VIDEO - Watch
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WOLF ALICE – Stream debut album, ‘My Love is Cool’ in full

June 17, 2015 XS Noize

With the release or their long-awaited and feverishly anticipated debut album only a matter of days away, London’s Wolf Alice are today streaming My Love is Cool in its entirety, ahead of its release next […]

PRINZHORN DANCE SCHOOL - Share 'Reign (Shit Robot Remix)' - Listen
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ALBUM REVIEW: PRINZHORN DANCE SCHOOL – HOME ECONOMICS

June 17, 2015 David McElroy

Tobin Prinz and Suzi Horn aka Prinzhorn Dance School return with their third album Home Economics, an album that boils down their sound to a sparse, at times primitive feel that, despite that, still manages to […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: MAN & THE ECHO - 'All Right'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: MAN & THE ECHO – ‘All Right’

June 17, 2015 XS Noize

‘All Right’ is a tale of kidnap, set in a fascist rural village. As lead singer Gaz puts it: “Stranded and lost deep in the Cheshire countryside, I sought refuge in what seemed like a […]

FOO FIGHTERS - SONIC HIGHWAYS
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FOO FIGHTERS FORCED TO CANCEL REMAINDER OF UK/EUROPE DATES

June 16, 2015 XS Noize

Due to injuries sustained in Dave Grohl’s fall from the stage during Foo Fighters’ June 12 show at Ullevi Stadium in Gothenburg, Sweden, doctors have required the cancellation of the remainder of the band’s dates […]

GARY NUMAN - Announces Vinyl Reissue of GARY NUMAN/TUBEWAY ARMY - PREMIER HITS
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GARY NUMAN – Announces Vinyl Reissue of GARY NUMAN/TUBEWAY ARMY – PREMIER HITS

June 16, 2015 XS Noize

Gary Numan is a pioneer, and his influence on so many artists is unmistakable and grand. Gary’s style connects him with fans of multiple genres… electronic, industrial, indie-rock, metal, etc. He remains an innovator, and […]

MAC DEMARCO - shares 'Another One' video
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MAC DEMARCO – shares ‘Another One’ video

June 16, 2015 XS Noize

Another One, Mac DeMarco’s mini-LP of love songs and the follow up to last year’s Salad Days, is due out 7th August on Captured Tracks. Following the release of first single, ‘The Way You’d Love […]

SUEDE - Release 'Dog Man Star' - 20th Anniversary Live At The Royal Albert Hall set
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SUEDE – Release ‘Dog Man Star’ – 20th Anniversary Live At The Royal Albert Hall set

June 16, 2015 XS Noize

On 4th September, Suede will release Dog Man Star – 20th Anniversary Live At The Royal Albert Hall, available as both a single CD set and 4LP heavyweight vinyl + 2CD set. Following Suede’s triumphant […]

STREET PARTY IN SOHO - New single '17' - Listen
New Music

STREET PARTY IN SOHO – New single ’17’ – Listen

June 16, 2015 XS Noize

Street Party in Soho are back with a new single ’17’ that captures their infectiously catchy ‘Liquid Candy Shop Afro-Pop’ perfectly. The Newcastle four piece released their critically acclaimed debut single ‘Take Your Time’ in […]

GIN WIGMORE - To release New Album: Blood To Bone - October 2
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GIN WIGMORE – To release New Album: Blood To Bone – October 2

June 16, 2015 XS Noize

Gin Wigmore will release her new album Blood To Bone through Island Records on October 2, 2015. The record follows the double-platinum 2013’s Gravel & Wine, which spawned hit singles including ‘Man Like That’, synced […]

THE TALKS - Hit The Road For Extensive UK Tour
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THE TALKS – Hit The Road For Extensive UK Tour

June 16, 2015 XS Noize

The Talks are embarking on an extensive UK tour punctuated by European festival appearances, full details HERE In just a short space of time The Talks have built themselves a compelling live reputation across the […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: ELECTRIC LITANY - 'SILENCE' - Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: ELECTRIC LITANY – ‘SILENCE’ – Listen

June 16, 2015 XS Noize

Electric Litany share ‘Silence’ from their forthcoming album ‘Enduring Days You Will Overcome’. Its dark ethereal sound and robotic vocals took me back to the early 80s. Electric Litany have been compared to Radiohead, but I […]

CATFISH COAST TO COAST: A photo tour across America with CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN PT 5 10
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CATFISH COAST TO COAST: A photo tour across America with CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN PT 5

June 15, 2015 Julie Blore-Bizot

Catfish Coast to Coast is five cities, five photographers, five favorite shots, and five questions documenting each photographer’s impressions of the event. Journey to Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, Boston, and our final destination of New York […]

ROB BRAVERY - Shares haunting Michael Jackson cover - Listen
New Music

ROB BRAVERY – Shares haunting Michael Jackson cover – Listen

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

With the release of his debut single ‘Knock Out Ginger’ and follow up ‘Me, Myself and the Scurvy Knave’ his huge pop hooks and Massive Attack inspired production warmed the the ears of The Line […]

Copenhagen post-punks 'LESS WIN' announce first UK show for June 17th at London's Bedroom Bar
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Copenhagen post-punks ‘LESS WIN’ announce first UK show for June 17th at London’s Bedroom Bar

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

Allow us to introduce Danish trio Less Win, whose noisy slab of post-punk is a melting pot of angular guitars, distorted bass-lines and hard-hitting, precise, organic drumming. Their debut UK EP Further, set for release […]

BROKEN HANDS - Stream new space-rock track 'Meteor' - Listen
Gigs

BROKEN HANDS – Stream new space-rock track ‘Meteor’ – Listen

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

Canterbury’s Broken Hands have unveiled their astronomic new single ‘Meteor’, released on August 7th via SO Recordings. Following their sold-out show at Electrowerkz in March, the band have also announced the complete line-up to their […]

French-Cameroonian duo AIR BAG ONE debut new track 'You've Got Somethin'
New Music

French-Cameroonian duo AIR BAG ONE debut new track ‘You’ve Got Somethin’

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

Cameroon-born, France-based, duo called AIR BAG ONE have just shared their brand new single ‘You’ve Got Somethin’. Sitting somewhere between Everything Everything, Phoenix – and with more than a few nods to 80s pop as […]

Brooklyn, NY's INFINITY GIRL Releasing 'Harm' LP  on August 28
New Music

Brooklyn, NY’s INFINITY GIRL Releasing ‘Harm’ LP on August 28

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

Forged in the crucible of the Boston underground and now based in Brooklyn, New York, Infinity Girl is a four-piece American guitar band. The act emerged in 2012 with a startlingly whole and reverent shoegaze […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: RACETRACK GOSPEL - 'WISEBLOOD' - Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: RACETRACK GOSPEL – ‘WISEBLOOD’ – Listen

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

‘Wiseblood’ is the debut track from Racetrack Gospel, the new project from Sam Herlihy, former lead singer and songwriter with Hope Of The States. The song premiered on Steve Lamacq’s BBC 6 Music show yesterday […]

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