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        • Paul McCartney Announces New Album "The Boys of Dungeon Lane" — Shares New Song “Days We Left Behind”
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          Paul McCartney Announces New Album “The Boys of Dungeon Lane” — Shares New Song “Days We Left Behind”

          March 26, 2026

          The Boys of Dungeon Lane is not only the first new solo album to be released by Paul McCartney in over five years; it is a collection of rare and revealing glimpses into memories never-before shared along with […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall
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          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall

          March 26, 2026

          Mogwai felt like a natural fit to follow Elbow in launching the 2026 run of Teenage Cancer Trust shows at the Royal Albert Hall. It also marked a full-circle moment — the Scottish band first […]

          Eagles of Death Metal
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          Eagles of Death Metal Announce ‘Death By Sexy’ 20th Anniversary Tour with Belfast Limelight Date

          March 26, 2026

          Classic rock band Eagles of Death Metal will hit the road in support of the 20th anniversary of its seminal album “Death By Sexy,” performing the classic release in full as well its greatest hits […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols – Pin Ups

          March 25, 2026

          There’s long been a subtle rebellious streak at the core of The Dandy Warhols. Since emerging from Portland in 1994, they’ve approached genres as something fluid rather than fixed, and Pin Ups – their 2026 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad - It’s the Long Goodbye
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

          March 24, 2026

          It’s been seven years since The Twilight Sad released It Won’t Be Like This All the Time — a record that cemented their place as one of the most emotionally direct and sonically powerful bands […]

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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 […]

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          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall
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          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall

          March 26, 2026

          Mogwai felt like a natural fit to follow Elbow in launching the 2026 run of Teenage Cancer Trust shows at the Royal Albert Hall. It also marked a full-circle moment — the Scottish band first […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Elbow Deliver Emotional Triumph at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Elbow Deliver Emotional Triumph at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show

          March 24, 2026

          There’s something unique about a Teenage Cancer Trust show at the Royal Albert Hall — a combination of the venue’s grandeur, the passion of the audience, and the commitment of the artists means there’s never […]

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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
          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 […]

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        • Dexys Midnight Runners
          Gigs

          Dexys Midnight Runners Return With First UK & Ireland Tour Since 2003

          March 24, 2026

          Dexys Midnight Runners have announced a UK and Ireland tour set to kick off this October. The run of dates marks the first time the band, fronted by Kevin Rowland, have toured under the Dexys […]

          Hans Zimmer
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          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 […]

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        • Elles Bailey
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          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
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          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
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          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 […]

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        • Scouting For Girls
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          Scouting For Girls’ Roy Stride on ‘These Are The Good Days’ and finding joy in the present | XS Noize Podcast #277

          March 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Roy Stride — frontman, songwriter and driving force behind Scouting For Girls — to talk about the band’s uplifting new album These […]

          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on Grief, Mental Health & ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276
          Podcast

          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276

          March 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with James Graham and Andy MacFarlane — the creative core of The Twilight Sad — to talk about their powerful sixth album It’s […]

          Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
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          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 […]

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EAGLES OF DEATH METAL to perform on TFI Friday tonight - UK tour kicks off this weekend
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EAGLES OF DEATH METAL to perform on TFI Friday tonight – UK tour kicks off this weekend

October 30, 2015 XS Noize

Eagles of Death Metal return to the UK this week for a new stretch of tour dates – but ahead of then will perform on Channel 4’s TFI Friday tonight. Tune in from 8pm to […]

BAD ATOMS - Shares debut song ‘Kilogrammes’ - Listen / Download
New Music

BAD ATOMS – Release 2nd Single ‘Artificial Sweetener’ – (video)

October 30, 2015 XS Noize

Bad Atoms releases the second single and video from his forthcoming album ‘Tell Your Friends’. ‘Artificial Sweetener’, released just in time for Halloween, feels like a traditional break up song, except for the fact that […]

COLOUR - share New Video for 'Strangers' - watch
New Music

COLOUR – Stream New Track ‘Shattered’ – Listen

October 30, 2015 XS Noize

They’ve just played a sold out show on the ‘Breaking Out’ stage for Liverpool Music Week, presented by DIY. Now Colour have made their new track ‘Shattered’ available to stream. Hailing from all across the […]

ALBUM REVIEW: THE PHOENIX FOUNDATION - GIVE UP YOUR DREAMS
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TRACK OF THE DAY: THE PHOENIX FOUNDATION – ‘SUNBED’ (video)

October 30, 2015 XS Noize

The Phoenix Foundation have unveiled their new video for “Sunbed,” a standout track from new album Give Up Your Dreams (out now on Memphis Industries). Wonderland Magazine, who premiered the Puck Murphy-directed visuals, commented that […]

LIVE REVIEW: THE DARKNESS - IRVING PLAZA NY 5
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: THE DARKNESS – IRVING PLAZA NY

October 30, 2015 Cortney Armitage

Justin Hawkins stands at the ready with a guitar pick in his hand. “Who would like this cool yellow piece of plastic, with The Darkness emblazoned upon it in the very cheapest possible ink?” We […]

MORE CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN 15
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MORE CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN

October 30, 2015 Julie Blore-Bizot

Still basking in the glow of yet another successful US tour, Catfish and the Bottlemen are currently on their biggest UK tour yet: one which sold out within a matter of minutes when tickets initially […]

Young Scottish songwriter C DUNCAN nominated for 2015 Mercury Prize.
Interviews

INTERVIEW: C DUNCAN – MERCURY PRIZE NOMINEE

October 29, 2015 XS Noize

Multi instrumentalist and accomplished painter C Duncan from Glasgow has been nominated for the Mercury Music Prize for his debut album ‘Architect’. ‘Architect’ is a stunning record with lush choral harmonies and acoustic instrumentation, textured like […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: CAUSES - ‘TO THE RIVER’
Gigs

TRACK OF THE DAY: CAUSES – ‘TO THE RIVER’

October 29, 2015 XS Noize

British singer/songwriter Rupert Blackman moved to Amsterdam in search of love and instead found his voice. His band Causes write smart, soaring indie/pop songs and have already had considerable success in their adoptive Holland where […]

CITY AND COLOUR - announces new single 'Wasted Love' - Watch video
New Music

CITY AND COLOUR reveal official video for ‘Wasted Love’

October 29, 2015 XS Noize

City and Colour unveil their video for ‘Wasted Love’. Of the video, which was created by acclaimed music video director, Director X (Drake, Nelly, Usher), “On the album, he wandered into new sonic terrain, lining […]

CHRIS CORNELL Adds Dublin + Belfast to EUROPEAN 'HIGHER TRUTH' TOUR
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CHRIS CORNELL Adds Dublin + Belfast to EUROPEAN ‘HIGHER TRUTH’ TOUR

October 29, 2015 XS Noize

Multiple Grammy® Award-winning, Golden Globe Nominated and acclaimed singer and songwriter Chris Cornell today announces extra dates for his 2016 solo acoustic European tour. Chris Cornell will play The Ulster Hall, Belfast: Sunday 24 April […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: HOLY HOLY - 'Sentimental and Monday'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: HOLY HOLY – WHEN THE STORMS WOULD COME

October 29, 2015 Thomas S. Day

Australian duo Holy Holy release their debut album, When the Storms Would Come this Friday. The band are the product of a chance meeting of two transient Aussies while travelling Europe, both volunteering as English […]

Watch HD HAUSMANN  ‘Old Satellites’  video directed by Nicholas Jones
New Music

Watch HD HAUSMANN ‘Old Satellites’ video directed by Nicholas Jones

October 28, 2015 XS Noize

In the run up to the release of their debut album on 06 November,hd hausmann present this video for ‘Old Satellites’, produced and directed by short film and documentary maker Nicholas Jones. His film 57degrees […]

THE JAPANESE HOUSE - shares new track 'Letter By The Water' + video
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THE JAPANESE HOUSE – shares new track ‘Letter By The Water’ + video

October 28, 2015 XS Noize

The Japanese House (a.k.a 20 year-old Amber Bain) is today sharing the video to ‘Letter By The Water’, the third track to be taken from her new Clean EP. Following the release of her acclaimed […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: OFFICIAL BURNT TOAST -  MONEY AS DEBT (video)
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: OFFICIAL BURNT TOAST – MONEY AS DEBT (video)

October 28, 2015 XS Noize

Official Burnt Toast are Adrian Lawrence, Patrick Luke and Abrar Hafiz. Based in East London the trio produce spoken word, hip hop and punk, described by Luke Hannam (Gramme / Emperors New Clothes) as “an […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: BLOSSOMS - 'CHARLEMAGNE' - listen
Gigs

BLOSSOMS – ANNOUNCE UK HEADLINE TOUR FOR 2016

October 27, 2015 XS Noize

Fresh off the back of a headline UK tour which included sold out shows in London at Village Underground and The Ritz in Manchester, Blossoms have today announced another headline UK tour for early 2016. […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE VRYLL SOCIETY - 'Coshh'
Gigs

THE VRYLL SOCIETY – Announce Blossoms Tour Support + Unveil Debut EP ‘Pangea’ – Listen

October 27, 2015 XS Noize

Deltasonic’s newest signing The Vryll Society continue to mesmerise and enthrall with their wonderful groove-laden sound and today release their eagerly anticipated debut EP ‘Pangea’ along with the announcement of a UK tour slot supporting […]

SUEDE - ANNOUNCE FEBRUARY 2016 TOUR DATES
Gigs

SUEDE – ANNOUNCE FEBRUARY 2016 TOUR DATES

October 27, 2015 XS Noize

Suede release their brand new album Night Thoughts on January 22nd. The group will premiere the album in its entirety with two shows at London’s Roundhouse on the 13th and 14th November. During these performances […]

MONEY announce second album "Suicide Songs", released 29th January - listen to track
Gigs

MONEY announce second album “Suicide Songs”, released 29th January – listen to track

October 27, 2015 XS Noize

With their November London and Manchester shows having sold out within a few days of going on sale, MONEY today announce the release of their much-anticipated second album Suicide Songs, which will be released 29th […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: LIGHTS THAT CHANGE - STARLIGHT
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: LIGHTS THAT CHANGE – STARLIGHT

October 27, 2015 XS Noize

Lights That Change is back with their new single ‘Starlight’, which features drum programming by Malcolm Holmes of Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark and is mastered by Ummagma, and an accompanying video that is equally […]

ALBUM REVIEW: THE KINKS – SUNNY AFTERNOON  – THE VERY BEST OF
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: THE KINKS – SUNNY AFTERNOON – THE VERY BEST OF

October 26, 2015 Sandra Blemster

As the sun did shine through my window on a cold, October afternoon, I sat down to review Sunny Afternoon: The Very Best of by the Kinks, a 2cd compilation of much of their work. […]

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