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          Tom Smith of Editors announces debut solo album ‘There Is Nothing in the Dark Which Isn’t There in the Light’

          August 14, 2025

          Editors front-person, Tom Smith, has today announced details of his debut solo album, There Is Nothing In The Dark Which Isn’t There In The Light. Released on Play It Again Sam on Friday, 5th December […]

          Radiohead
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          Radiohead Announce New “Hail to the Thief” Live Album

          August 13, 2025

          Radiohead have today announced Hail to the Thief Live Recordings 2003-2009 – a new live album that allowed the band to re-evaluate their relationship with their 6th studio album, Hail To The Thief. The band have also shared […]

          Tommy WÁ
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          Tommy Wá Releases New EP “Somewhere Only We Go” Out on Dirty Hit

          August 12, 2025

          Today, Ghana-Based, Nigerian born artist Tommy WÁ has released his new EP Somewhere Only We Go via Dirty Hit. The EP is the culmination of a journey that has taken Tommy from working as a […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Woody Guthrie – Woody At Home Volumes 1 & 2
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Woody Guthrie – Woody At Home Volumes 1 & 2

          August 13, 2025

          We are closing in on the 58th anniversary of Woody Guthrie’s death; complications from Huntington’s Disease finally sealed his fate on October 3rd, 1967. Despite the lengthy time that has passed, his fingerprints are still […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Richard Hawley - Coles Corner (20th Anniversary)
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Richard Hawley – Coles Corner (20th Anniversary)

          August 6, 2025

          When Coles Corner arrived in 2005, Richard Hawley had recently moved from Setanta to Mute Records, but musically, he was still rooted in the same soil — Sheffield. On paper, it could have been dismissed […]

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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: Mangata Festival 2024: A Two-Day Triumph of Heavy Music Across Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Mangata Festival 2025: A Two-Day Triumph of Heavy Music Across Nottingham

          July 17, 2025

          Mangata Festival returned to Nottingham on July 12th, bringing with it a thunderous celebration of heavy music spread across multiple venues in the city. But the festivities began even earlier with Solgata, the official pre-party […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts BST Hyde Park, London
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts BST Hyde Park, London

          July 14, 2025

          The first four headliners of this year’s BST Hyde Park festival were all under thirty, celebrating the energy and optimism of youth. But with Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts joined by Cat Stevens (Yusuf […]

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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// 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, […]

          IN FOCUS// The Darkness Set Wembley Arena Alight with Glam Rock Glory Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// The Darkness Set Wembley Arena Alight with Glam Rock Glory

          April 3, 2025

          On April 29th, one of Britain’s most electrifying live acts, The Darkness, lit up a sold-out OVO Wembley Arena with an impossible show to ignore. Kicking off the night in fine style were Ash, the […]

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          Gigs

          Jason Derulo’s 2026 tour: Dates, venues, tickets, and more

          August 10, 2025

          Jason Derulo will be touring the UK in 2026, performing at some of the UK’s grandest venues in major cities. His return promises to be unforgettable, with electrifying dance moves, chart-topping bangers, and a voice […]

          OneRepublic
          Gigs

          The ultimate guide to OneRepublic’s tour

          August 8, 2025

          Pop-rock sensation OneRepublic will bring their “Sweet Escape Tour” to Australia and New Zealand next year. With support from special guest Zara Larsson, Ryan Tedder and the crew will bring their hit songs “Counting Stars” […]

          Metallica
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          Everything you need to know about Metallica’s 2026 tour

          August 2, 2025

          From anthems to soulful ballads, Metallica is gearing up to take you on a unique journey through their 40-year catalogue. With no-repeat setlists, colossal stages, and an array of hard-hitting support acts, “M72 World Tour” […]

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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

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          Stephen Moore
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          June 12, 2025

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        • The Subways
          Podcasts

          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

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          Cam – Behind the Songs of 'All Things Light' and Life After a Grammy | XS Noize Podcast #238
          Podcasts

          Cam – “All Things Light”: Behind the Songs & Grammy Reflections | XS Noize Podcast #238

          July 30, 2025

          In Episode #238 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Cam to talk about her new album, All Things Light. From her multi-platinum hit “Burning House” to co-writing on Beyoncé’s […]

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Album Review: Red Hot Chili Peppers - The Getaway
Album Reviews

Album Review: Red Hot Chili Peppers – The Getaway

June 22, 2016 Thomas S. Day

Having released 11 albums in 33 years Red Hot Chili Peppers need little introduction. Very Few bands survive such a long tenure but Kiedis and Co. Have been through hell together and come out the […]

Holy Holy announce European Tour including London & Leeds
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Holy Holy announce European Tour including London & Leeds

June 22, 2016 David McElroy

Following a sold out show at London’s Lexington at the end of last year, Australian duo HOLY HOLY have announced a much anticipated headline show at London’s Electrowerkz on Tuesday 27 September with tickets going […]

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 – Marco Polo

June 22, 2016 David McElroy

Modern Family Unit return with Marco Polo, a slice of dark electro pop that brings to mind the likes of Motor and Nitzer Ebb. The song has a real menacing edge to begin, enjoyably sinister […]

Watch Aphex Twin’s first official music video for 17 years
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Watch Aphex Twin’s first official music video for 17 years

June 21, 2016 XS Noize

Aphex Twin’s first official music video for 17 years; CIRKLON3 [ Колхозная mix ], directed by Ryan Wyer, age 12, of Rush, co. Dublin. Aphex Twin and Warp Records commissioned Ryan to direct, edit and […]

Dinosaur Jr. release video for 'Tiny', taken from new album Give a Glimpse of What Yer Not
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Dinosaur Jr. release video for ‘Tiny’, taken from new album Give a Glimpse of What Yer Not

June 21, 2016 XS Noize

Dinosaur Jr. share the first video FROM their new record, Give a Glimpse of What Yer Not, out August 5th on Jagjaguwar. It’s for the electrifying single ‘Tiny’, (which they recently crushed on Later…with Jools […]

AyOwA unveil the video for their beautifully dark summer electro track ’Sommer’
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AyOwA unveil the video for their beautifully dark summer electro track ’Sommer’

June 21, 2016 XS Noize

The new danish duo AyOwA has emerged from a musical companionship between the two long time friends – Nicolai Kornerup and Hannah Schneider. The sound of AyOwA is electronic with an improvisational approach, appealing in […]

Track of the Day: Billy Bibby & The Wry Smiles - Are You Ready? 1
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Billy Bibby & The Wry Smiles – Are You Ready?

June 21, 2016 XS Noize

Billy Bibby & The Wry Smiles formed in the North Wales and Chester, UK area in autumn of 2015. The band’s first 6 months together have been incredibly busy and productive: a debut EP and […]

Welsh indie rockers HOMES share new single 'Black Gold - Listen
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Welsh indie rockers HOMES share new single ‘Black Gold – Listen

June 21, 2016 XS Noize

Welsh indie rockers HOMES are about to drop their latest single Black Gold and bring retro-tinged pop into the 21st century. Black Gold is “Monday’s blues and Friday’s booze all mixed into one sentimental pint […]

Archive announce 12-date November 2016 European Tour + new studio album
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ARCHIVE announce new album ‘THE FALSE FOUNDATION, Watch ‘DRIVING IN NAILS’ video

June 20, 2016 XS Noize

South London collective Archive announce details of their tenth studio album ‘The False Foundation’ in October and European tour dates to follow in November. The new album is the follow-up to last year’s critically acclaimed […]

Album Review: Thrice - To Be Everywhere is to be Nowhere
Album Reviews

Album Review: Thrice – To Be Everywhere is to be Nowhere

June 20, 2016 Lori Gava

Post Hardcore Alternative Rockers Thrice are returning after a five year hiatus. Many fans had come to believe their announced hiatus had morphed into the demise of the band. The new release is the long […]

Album Review: Augustines – This Is Your Life
Album Reviews

Album Review: Augustines – This Is Your Life

June 20, 2016 Sandra Blemster

This is Your Life is the Augustine’s third album for this Brooklyn based trio following on from their 2014 self-titled album which spawned a headline date at the legendary Roundhouse in London. Having recently sold […]

XS NOIZE – Unsigned Showcase #13 – Thumper
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XS NOIZE – Unsigned Showcase #13 – Thumper

June 20, 2016 Thomas S. Day

At XS Noize, new music is dear to our hearts and we believe that genuinely talented fresh artists deserve a platform to share their material with the world. As such, we will now be showcasing […]

Jagwar Ma announce October UK tour dates
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Jagwar Ma announce October UK tour dates

June 20, 2016 XS Noize

Jagwar Ma have announced a handful of UK headline shows in October, in anticipation of forthcoming details of the follow up to their critically acclaimed breakout debut album Howlin’. The three piece of Jono Ma, […]

Track Of The Day: Look Park - ‘Shout Part 1’
Track Of The Day

Track Of The Day: Look Park – ‘Shout Part 1’

June 20, 2016 XS Noize

Chris Collingwood, the lead singer of Fountains of Wayne, will release his debut album ‘LOOK PARK’ through Yep Roc on 22nd July. LOOK PARK is Chris Collingwood’s first album outside of Fountains of Wayne and […]

Methyl Ethel add further UK live dates & first N. American tour
New Music

Methyl Ethel add further UK live dates & first N. American tour

June 17, 2016 XS Noize

With their debut European tour firmly under their belts, Australian trio Methyl Ethel have confirmed details of a major North American tour, as well as adding further UK live shows to their summer schedule. The […]

Track Of The Day: SQRD - 'Gold' - Listen
Track Of The Day

Track Of The Day: SQRD – ‘Gold’ – Listen

June 17, 2016 XS Noize

Developed from a background in jazz and classical music, Swedish-born, Berlin-based artist Carl Robin Kirchmann (AKA SQRD) has soaked up the soul of these two cultural Meccas to develop his unique blend of low key, […]

Album Review: Lonely the Brave - Things Will Matter
Album Reviews

Album Review: Lonely the Brave – Things Will Matter

June 17, 2016 Thomas S. Day

Lonely the Brave are another in a swathe of acts leaping into the music scene from Cambridge area. Their initial success came following the release of their awesome 2014 début The Days War and 2 […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: VIOLA BEACH - BOYS THAT SING
News

VIOLA BEACH – Album To Be Released 29th July

June 17, 2016 XS Noize

A 9-track album of music by Viola Beach will be released on 29 July via the band’s own label Fuller Beans Records. Listen to lead single ‘Boys That Sing’ here. Announced earlier today, the band’s […]

The XS Noize Music Podcast is now Live! - Subscribe / Download HERE 2
XS Noize Podcast

The XS Noize Music Podcast is now Live! – Subscribe / Download HERE

June 16, 2016 XS Noize

The XS Noize Music Podcast is now Live! The XS Noize Music Podcast is a new weekly podcast. Our mission is to provide insightful musical reviews, interviews, timely news and opinion. We have 3 episodes ready […]

INTERVIEW: WENDY JAMES talks about her new album 'THE PRICE OF THE TICKET' 1
Podcasts

XS Noize Music Podcast: Episode #1 – Wendy James discusses her new album ‘The Price Of The Ticket’ – Listen/Download

June 16, 2016 XS Noize

Wendy James needs no introduction, she enjoyed massive success in the 80s and 90s with Transvision Vamp having huge hit singles and selling out venues. When the band folded Wendy recorded her solo albums which […]

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