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          The Veils Return with New Album “Fragile World” — Hear “Lungs” and See UK Dates

          February 27, 2026

          Following the critically acclaimed release of ‘Asphodels’ in 2025, The Veils quickly return with a bold and invigorated new album titled ‘Fragile World’, out 19 June on V2 Records. The first single ‘Lungs’ is released […]

          Little Barrie
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          Little Barrie Announce ‘Gravity Freeze’ Out 22 May 2026 – Hear ‘More Bad Miles Of Road’

          February 26, 2026

          Little Barrie announce details of their new album Gravity Freeze, released Friday 22nd May 2026 on Easy Eye Sound. The trio, fronted by in-demand guitarist Barrie Cadogan, also have today shared the first single, ‘More […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel Announces 2003 Live Album ‘In The Big Room’ – Out March 13, 2026

          February 26, 2026

          Peter Gabriel will release the live album ‘In The Big Room’ on 13 March 2026. In The Big Room captures Peter Gabriel and band recorded live in the Big Room at Real World Studios on […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine - Hen’s Teeth
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine – Hen’s Teeth

          February 23, 2026

          Iron and Wine, the moniker of singer/songwriter Samuel Beam, is releasing his much anticipated follow up to 2024’s Light Verse at the end of February. Hen’s Teeth is a slightly darker sibling to Beam’s poetic […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing - A Short History Of Decay
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing – A Short History Of Decay

          February 20, 2026

          Philadelphia shoegaze standard-bearers Nothing return in 2026 with A Short History Of Decay, a record that feels less like a reinvention and more like a reaffirmation of everything they’ve quietly perfected over the past decade […]

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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
          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: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre Credit Wiktoria Wolny
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          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
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          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 […]

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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
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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 […]

        • In Focus

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          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
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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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        • 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 […]

          :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 […]

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          Archive’s Dave Pen on ‘Glass Minds’ and evolving after 30 years | XS Noize Podcast #272

          February 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dave Pen of Archive to talk about Glass Minds — the band’s 13th studio album and a bold new chapter in a […]

          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
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          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271

          February 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club to revisit Howl — the band’s third album and a bold creative left turn […]

          Mark Shaw - Then Jerico | XS Noize Podcast #270
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          Mark Shaw of Then Jerico on The Return, legacy, and bringing the full band show to Ireland | XS Noize Podcast #270

          February 10, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Mark Shaw of Then Jerico to talk about The Return — a moment that reconnects legacy, live energy, and purpose as the […]

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POLSKY - to release debut album 'My Own Company' in January - Listen to track
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POLSKY – to release debut album ‘My Own Company’ in January – Listen to track

December 17, 2015 XS Noize

My Own Company; a frenetic journey of post-punk urgency, electro hysteria and a shaky egg, is the debut album by POLSKY, a musical corporate entity for the modern day. My Own Company takes you on […]

CAPTIVA RELEASES DEBUT SELF-TITLED EP; LISTEN HERE
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CAPTIVA RELEASES DEBUT SELF-TITLED EP; LISTEN HERE

December 17, 2015 XS Noize

Kansas City indie rockers Captiva released their debut self-titled EP on December 15th, which includes their most recent single release of “Road To Ruin”. They’ll be kicking things off with a television performance in Des […]

THOUSAND FINGERS shares new single 'Down'
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THOUSAND FINGERS shares new single ‘Down’

December 16, 2015 XS Noize

Sound Engineer, London based, Istanbul born, pizza and pineapple appreciator Thousand Fingers coming with his debut EP after releasing solo singles/remixes and putting out many acclaimed works with his disco house duo Paradisko. His debut […]

TRACK OF THE DAY – DESERT MOUNTAIN TRIBE - “RUNWAY”
New Music

DESERT MOUNTAIN TRIBE – Reveal ‘Either That Or The Moon’ / title and cover of debut album

December 16, 2015 XS Noize

The London based modern psych rock trio Desert Mountain Tribe have revealed the title and cover artwork for their forthcoming debut album. ‘Either That Or The Moon’ will be released on 4th March 2016, with […]

DOUG TUTTLE announces album 'IT CALLS ON ME', Hear new single "Falling To Believe".
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DOUG TUTTLE announces album ‘IT CALLS ON ME’, Hear new single “Falling To Believe”.

December 16, 2015 XS Noize

New Hampshire-native Doug Tuttle returns with his second solo record It Calls On Me that’s set for release on Trouble In Mind, February 19, 2016. He’s unveiled the first single “Falling To Believe” which you […]

DIIV - share new single, 'Dopamine' - listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: DIIV – “UNDER THE SUN”

December 16, 2015 XS Noize

On the heels of recently detailing their forthcoming sophomore album Is the Is Are, DIIV are back today to share a new single. “Under the Sun,” which made its broadcast debut on Saturday on Sirius […]

ALBUM REVIEW: HURRICANE #1 - Find Out What You Love and Let it Kill You
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: HURRICANE #1 – Find Out What You Love and Let it Kill You

December 16, 2015 XS Noize

Hurricane #1 formed in Oxford in 1996 by Andy Bell, formerly of Ride, and vocalist/guitarist Alex Lowe. The band also consisted of Will Pepper on Bass and Gareth Farmer on the sticks. They released their […]

Glasgow's ELARA CALUNA sprinkle some 'Silver Dust' over Xmas: Debut single
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Glasgow’s ELARA CALUNA sprinkle some ‘Silver Dust’ over Xmas: Debut single

December 15, 2015 XS Noize

‘Silver Dust’ is the debut single from Glasgow’s elara caluna – comprising songwriters Benedict Salter and Kitty Hall. The single is released on 18th December on 7’’ Vinyl, with etched artwork, and is limited to […]

TANITA TIKARAM ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM ‘CLOSER TO THE PEOPLE’
New Music

TANITA TIKARAM ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM ‘CLOSER TO THE PEOPLE’

December 15, 2015 XS Noize

Multi million selling British singer-songwriter Tanita Tikaram will be returning with new album ‘Closer To the People’ on 11th March 2016 through earmusic. Tanita’s distincitve voice and superlative songwriting saw her rise to worldwide acclaim […]

ROO PANES reveals 'The Original' video & announces live dates
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ROO PANES reveals ‘The Original’ video & announces live dates

December 15, 2015 XS Noize

‘The Original’ is the second track to be revealed from Roo Panes’ sophomore album ‘Paperweights’, which is released on 4th March. Out now, ‘The Original’ has picked up plays from Lauren Laverne at 6Music and […]

TRACK OF THE DAY : LIGHTS THAT CHANGE - 'Voices' Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: LIGHTS THAT CHANGE – SONG TO THE SIREN

December 15, 2015 XS Noize

Lights That Change is back with a new single ‘Song To The Siren’, a cover version pays homage to one of their favorite compositions, written by Tim Buckey, therein presenting a delicious pre-holiday gift for […]

SNOW GHOSTS: New single 'The Hunted' featured on new 'X-Men - Apocalypse' Trailer
New Music

SNOW GHOSTS: New single ‘The Hunted’ featured on new ‘X-Men – Apocalypse’ Trailer

December 15, 2015 XS Noize

Snow Ghosts’ new single ‘The Hunted’ is available now on Houndstooth. The track originally appeared on their critically acclaimed debut album ‘A Small Murmuration’ and it has been chosen for the new ‘X-Men Apocalypse’ film […]

ST. LUCIA TO RELEASE BRAND NEW ALBUM ‘MATTER’ IN JANUARY
New Music

ST. LUCIA TO RELEASE BRAND NEW ALBUM ‘MATTER’ IN JANUARY

December 14, 2015 XS Noize

St. Lucia will release brand new album, ‘Matter’, on January 29 2016. The album was produced by bandleader Jean-Philip Grobler along with Chris Zane (Passion Pit, The Walkmen). The album was primarily recorded on a […]

THE MICRODANCE reveal video for 'We Meet In Dreams'
New Music

THE MICRODANCE reveal video for ‘We Meet In Dreams’

December 14, 2015 XS Noize

The Microdance have revealed the video for their latest single ‘We Meet In Dreams’ taken from their explosively atmospheric debut album New Waves Of Hope. The video is a humorous ‘Mario 64’ inspired parody set […]

Irelands finest, THE CORONAS, play the ULSTER HALL, BELFAST this SUNDAY.
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Irelands finest, THE CORONAS, play the ULSTER HALL, BELFAST this SUNDAY.

December 14, 2015 XS Noize

The Coronas are one of Ireland’s biggest and best loved rock bands and make a welcome return to Belfast on Sunday 20th December. The Coronas hurtled into 2015 with a sold out show at the […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: JENNIE VEE - "REAL EYES"
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: JENNIE VEE – “REAL EYES”

December 14, 2015 XS Noize

“Real Eyes”, the third single from Jennie Vee’s stunning debut album SPYING, is a song drenched in melancholy and longing. She says “I set the scene in the first verse with the imagery of a […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: ROB BRAVERY - BROOM CUPBOARD
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: ROB BRAVERY – ESQUE

December 13, 2015 Lori Gava

The end of the year release list is commonly a bit of a desert when it comes to noteworthy original entries. The usual year end list is comprised mostly of re release deluxe boxed sets […]

MUSIC IS MAGIC: MYSTERY SKULLS CONJURES ART FOR THE DANCEFLOOR 1
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MUSIC IS MAGIC: MYSTERY SKULLS CONJURES ART FOR THE DANCEFLOOR

December 13, 2015 Ari Rosenschein

It’s a predictably rainy night on Seattle’s Capitol Hill and a brony is loose inside Chop Suey. The pegasister wears a full My Little Pony costume à la the character actors who wander through Disneyland. […]

INTERVIEW: A chat with THE HALF EARTH 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: A chat with THE HALF EARTH

December 12, 2015 Thomas S. Day

Indie Electro-pop songster The Half Earth, was kind enough to have XSNoize’s Tom Day along for a chat before his EP Launch on 29th October. Read on to find out more about “Confidence is Bliss”, […]

Listen to 'Plastic Ocean' the latest track from SUGARMEN
New Music

SUGARMEN unveil video to latest single ‘PLASTIC OCEAN’

December 11, 2015 XS Noize

Sugarman have unveiled the video to their latest single ‘Plastic Ocean’ watch below. 2015 has been a huge year for Sugarmen. The band played two Hyde Park shows with The Who and Blur, as well […]

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