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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
          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
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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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RACE THE FLUX : BIG FIG - listen
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RACE THE FLUX : BIG FIG – listen

April 13, 2015 XS Noize

The four piece alternative rock band from Galway showcase a mature and commercially experimental sound in their new EP ‘Olympians’, boasting a sonic range and musicality which draws influences from the likes of Alt -J […]

ART NIKELS - Debut EP ‘Primitives’ Out March 30th, Listen to track
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ART NIKELS: Release Free Download of ‘Visitor’ + EP Now Streaming here

April 12, 2015 XS Noize

Art Nikels is a brewing presence in the East Bay and greater San Francisco music scene. Art Nikels presents a freeform blend of electronically fused psych-rock, citing influences ranging from hip-rock to kraut-höp. Unpredictable performers, […]

WIN a Deluxe Edition Boxset of The Rolling Stones album 'Sticky Fingers'
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WIN a Deluxe Edition Boxset of The Rolling Stones album ‘Sticky Fingers’

April 12, 2015 XS Noize

The Rolling Stones are reissuing their seminal 1971 album, ‘Sticky Fingers’. To mark the occasion, we’ve got our hands on a Deluxe Edition Boxset to give away. This includes a remastered album, bonus CD feat. […]

LISTEN TO NEW DARKSTAR MIXTAPE - KIRKLEES ARCADIA
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LISTEN TO NEW DARKSTAR MIXTAPE – KIRKLEES ARCADIA

April 10, 2015 XS Noize

Darkstar return in their original incarnation as a duo, but with a more ambitious and focused direction than ever – consolidating their experimental approach into lean, beat-driven pieces on this surprise mixtape. Spurred on as […]

EVANS THE DEATH - New single "Sledgehammer"
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EVANS THE DEATH – New single “Sledgehammer”

April 10, 2015 XS Noize

Hot on the heels of their Shaun Keaveny BBC 6music Record Of The Week for their abrasive, distortion-heavy single “Enabler”, and a host of glowing reviews for their remarkable new album Expect Delays, Evans The […]

MUMFORD & SONS - Share New Track 'The Wolf' - listen
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MUMFORD & SONS – Share New Track ‘The Wolf’ – listen

April 9, 2015 XS Noize

Mumford & Sons have this evening premiered a brand new track from their forthcoming third album ‘Wilder Mind’. ’The Wolf’ received its first play on Annie Mac’s Radio One show and can now be streamed […]

WAXAHATCHEE / Shares new single 'Under A Rock' and adds more European tour dates
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW – WAXAHATCHEE – IVY TRIPP

April 9, 2015 Jamie Gibson

Although it takes a little time to get into, Waxahatchee’s third album Ivy Tripp further refines and develops what’s always been endearing about the Philly based singer-songwriter. Waxahatchee is the by any other name solo project […]

MYLETS - 'TREMBLING HANDS' - listen
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MYLETS – Share new track “Honeypot” – Listen

April 9, 2015 XS Noize

Mylets share a new song from the forthcoming full length Arizona today. Listen to “Honeypot” BELOW. Mylets also play a handful of L.A. area shows starting this weekend, before heading to Europe for an extensive […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: ICKY BLOSSOMS - "LIVING IN FICTION" - listen
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TRACK OF THE DAY: ICKY BLOSSOMS – “LIVING IN FICTION” – listen

April 9, 2015 XS Noize

Electronic pop trio Icky Blossoms will release their second album, Mask, on May 12th, 2015 via Saddle Creek followed by a vinyl release on May 26th. Today, they released a new track off the record […]

AN EVENING WITH A GOON - TOBIAS JESSO JR. Plays The Bootleg Theater in LA 14
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AN EVENING WITH A GOON – TOBIAS JESSO JR. Plays The Bootleg Theater in LA

April 8, 2015 Julie Blore-Bizot

AN EVENING WITH A GOON – Tobias Jesso Jr. plays The Bootleg Theater in Los Angeles – Easter 2015 The last show on a tour can sometimes yield an evening of surprises. It’s an opportunity for […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB - release highly anticipated 2nd album 'Cavalcade' on Monday April 14th
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ALBUM REVIEW – THE SLOW READERS CLUB – CAVALCADE

April 8, 2015 Thomas S. Day

Mancunian four piece Slow Readers Club wow us with their Deep Electro-Indie vibes on their new album Cavalcade. Bringing electronica and Indie-Rock together, Slow Readers Club have created a sound that is simultaneously familiar and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: DOLDRUMS - THE AIR CONDITIONED NIGHTMARE
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ALBUM REVIEW: DOLDRUMS – THE AIR CONDITIONED NIGHTMARE

April 8, 2015 Jamie Gibson

With The Air Conditioned Nightmare, Doldrums steps out on the shadows and gives his weird electronic stylings something that can cross into some mainstream appeal. What can we say of Canadian musician Airick Woodhead? Well he […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: COLOR//SOUND - 'The Wolves' - listen
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TRACK OF THE DAY: COLOR//SOUND – ‘The Wolves’ – listen

April 8, 2015 XS Noize

Dublin based Color//Sound have just released their belter new single ‘ The Wolves’ on Monday April 6th and are launching it downstairs in Whelans on Thurs April 16th. Color//Sound deliver soaring melodies, frenzied rhythm, and […]

BLACK RIVERS - BLACK RIVERS
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BLACK RIVERS: Announce new single ‘AGE OF INNOCENCE’ out 18th May

April 7, 2015 XS Noize

Black Rivers build on the positive reaction accorded to their self-titled album with the release of the new single ‘Age of Innocence’ which impacts on May 18th. The single coincides with the duo’s upcoming headline […]

THE TWILIGHT SAD TO RELEASE 4TH ALBUM 'NOBODY WANTS TO BE HERE AND NOBODY WANTS TO LEAVE'
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THE TWILIGHT SAD: Unveil new single ‘It Never Was The Same’ – Listen

April 7, 2015 XS Noize

Following on from last year’s widely acclaimed fourth album, Nobody Wants to Be Here and Nobody Wants to Leave, Scotland’s The Twilight Sad today return with the news that a third single from the album, […]

DANIEL LANOIS - FLESH AND MACHINE
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DANIEL LANOIS: releases new video ahead of European tour – Watch

April 7, 2015 XS Noize

The visionary new album Flesh And Machine by acclaimed musician-producer and sonic explorer Daniel Lanois is out now. The record absolutely bristles with new ideas and offers powerful evidence of Lanois’ standing as an influential […]

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
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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 […]

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