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          On 19 September, WLS Records will release The Milk’s sophisticated new album Borderlands, which features outstanding songwriting, deftly served by extraordinary musicianship, mixed with ambitious arrangements and world-class production. A lovingly crafted sonic memoir, it […]

          Silent Running
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          Belfast’s Silent Running Return with Fifth Album ‘Northstar’

          August 15, 2025

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          Ronboy
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          Ronboy Returns with Haunting New Single “Disaster” Featuring The National’s Matt Berninger

          August 15, 2025

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

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          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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Wet Leg Turn Nottingham Into a Sing-Along Frenzy Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Wet Leg Turn Nottingham Into a Sing-Along Frenzy

          August 15, 2025

          Nottingham’s The Level was bursting at the seams on August 11th as Grammy-winning indie-rock darlings Wet Leg brought their Moisturizer tour to town — and they didn’t just play a gig, they turned it into […]

          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 […]

        • Round Up

          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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        • 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

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

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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

          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 […]

          Cam – Behind the Songs of 'All Things Light' and Life After a Grammy | XS Noize Podcast #238
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          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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Track of the Day: M83 - 'Roadblaster'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: M83 – ‘Roadblaster’

September 14, 2016 XS Noize

Following the release of worldwide acclaimed hit album ‘JUNK’, and a huge worldwide tour including a headline slot at Glastonbury on the John Peel Stage, M83, aka Anthony Gonzalez, announces new dream pop single ‘Roadblaster’, […]

The Mission release their new  album, "Another Fall From Grace" on 30th September
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The Mission release their new album, “Another Fall From Grace” on 30th September

September 13, 2016 XS Noize

The Mission release their new album, “Another Fall From Grace” on 30th September 2016. Another Fall From Grace was produced by Wayne Hussey and Tim Palmer and features guest backing vocals from Gary Numan, Martin […]

The Lumineers Reveal Music Video For 'Angela'
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The Lumineers Reveal Music Video For ‘Angela’

September 13, 2016 XS Noize

Today sees platinum-selling Denver outfit, The Lumineers, unveil the captivating music video for new single ‘Angela’, taken from their official No.1 sophomore album ‘Cleopatra’. Watch it BELOW. Directed by Isaac Ravishankara (Ellie Goulding, Hosier, Phantogram), […]

Beck Shares Stunning Video for 'Wow'
New Music

Beck Shares Stunning Video for ‘Wow’

September 13, 2016 XS Noize

“Wow,” the utterly infectious Beck single that’s been streamed more than 20 million times worldwide since its June 2 release and hailed as “an outrageous pop anthem” (ROLLING STONE) with “a kaleidoscopic chorus” (USA TODAY), […]

Indie Pop/Rock band THE STEP Share New Track 'Stay Awake' - Listen
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Indie Pop/Rock band THE STEP Share New Track ‘Stay Awake’ – Listen

September 13, 2016 XS Noize

“Hot Pick” of the UK Students Radio Chart Show 2016, The Step is an Indie Pop/Rock band based in London. Founded in Rome in 2007 by Stefano Donato, the band moved to London where Oliviero […]

Professor Green Drops Hard Hitting New Track ‘Back On The Market’
New Music

Professor Green Drops Hard Hitting New Track ‘Back On The Market’

September 13, 2016 XS Noize

After signing to his new label (Relentless Records / Sony) Professor Green is back and he’s doing what he does best. ‘Back On The Market’, produced by Zdot is as hard hitting as it gets […]

The Answer announce brand new album ‘Solas’ 1
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: The Answer – ‘Solas’

September 13, 2016 XS Noize

The Answer have revealed ‘Solas’, the anthemic new single and title track from the band’s eagerly anticipated forthcoming album which will be released via Napalm Records on October 28th. ‘Solas’ is the first official single […]

Album Review: Preoccupations - Eponymous 2
Album Reviews

Album Review: Preoccupations – Eponymous

September 13, 2016 Lori Gava

The band formerly known as Vietcong and now renamed Preoccupations found out the hard way that the quote “No publicity is bad publicity” is not always true. The band had drawn critical raves with their […]

Lazarus Cast Album Featuring Final David Bowie Recordings 1
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Lazarus Cast Album Featuring Final David Bowie Recordings

September 12, 2016 XS Noize

As the November 8 UK opening of Lazarus at London’s King Cross Theatre approaches, the cast and band of the original New York production will release their versions of the David Bowie songs from the […]

Track of the Day: A Festival, A Parade - If Dogs Could Talk
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: A Festival, A Parade – If Dogs Could Talk

September 12, 2016 XS Noize

Alternative rockers A Festival, A Parade have announced the forthcoming release of their brand new single ‘If Dogs Could Talk’. The Newcastle outfit’s unique blend of intricate, melodic rock has already been championed by many […]

PRIMAL SCREAM Announce 18 date UK & Irish Tour For Autumn 2016 + New Single 'Feeling Like A Demon Again'
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PRIMAL SCREAM Announce 18 date UK & Irish Tour For Autumn 2016 + New Single ‘Feeling Like A Demon Again’

September 12, 2016 XS Noize

Primal Scream release their new single ‘Feeling Like A Demon Again’ – a simmering synth pop anthem – on 28th October on the band’s own First International label (through Ignition Records). ‘Feeling Like A Demon […]

BLACK GRAPE To Release Three Disc Deluxe Edition Of 'It's Great When You're Straight....Yeah' 1
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BLACK GRAPE To Release Three Disc Deluxe Edition Of ‘It’s Great When You’re Straight….Yeah’

September 12, 2016 XS Noize

On November 4th Radioactive/UMC will release a three-disc Deluxe Edition of one of the greatest British albums of the 1990s, Black Grape’s It’s Great When You’re Straight…Yeah. Black Grape was founded in 1993 by legendary […]

XS Noize Music Podcast: #15: Merchandise's Carson Cox On New Album 'A Corpse Wired For Sound'
Podcasts

XS Noize Music Podcast: #15: Merchandise’s Carson Cox On New Album ‘A Corpse Wired For Sound’

September 11, 2016 XS Noize

On this weeks XS Noize Music Podcast Merchandise’s Carson Cox chats to Mark Millar about the bands new album ‘A Corpse Wired For Sound’. Tampa art punks Merchandise will return with their 5th album A […]

EXCLUSIVE: Producer Danny Saber Talks About New Music and Movie to Mark the 20th Anniversary of Michael Hutchence death.
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EXCLUSIVE: Producer Danny Saber Talks About New Music and Movie to Mark the 20th Anniversary of Michael Hutchence death.

September 11, 2016 XS Noize

EXCLUSIVE: Producer Danny Saber Talks About New Music and Movie to Mark the 20th Anniversary of Michael Hutchence death. Last week Tech entrepreneur and HeliPad Records founder Ron Creevey revealed to Michael Hutchence fans around […]

Track of the Day: Losers - 'Chainsaw'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Losers – ‘Chainsaw’

September 9, 2016 XS Noize

Losers have shared their new single ‘Chainsaw’ (Listen Below). The single comes from the bands new album ‘How To Ruin Other People’s Futures’. Losers released their brand new album ‘How To Ruin Other People’s Futures’ […]

Brian Jonestown Massacre announce new album ’Third World Pyramid' - Listen to 1st single
New Music

Brian Jonestown Massacre announce new album ’Third World Pyramid’ – Listen to 1st single

September 9, 2016 XS Noize

BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE WILL RELEASE THE NEW ALBUM ‘THIRD WORLD PYRAMID’ ON 28TH OCTOBER 2016 ON A RECORDINGS And unveil new single ‘Sun Ship’, which is released on 16th September. Brian Jonestown Massacre have announced […]

Track Of The Day:  Merchandise - 'Flower of Sex'
News

Merchandise launch ‘Lonesome Sound’ video; UK tour begins November 2

September 8, 2016 XS Noize

Following the release of singles ‘Flower Of Sex’ and ‘End Of The Week’, Merchandise have launched a third track ‘Lonesome Sound’ from their forthcoming long-player A Corpse Wired For Sound. The infectious melancholy of ‘Lonesome […]

GROVES unveil new single ‘DO YOU FEEL’ - Listen
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GROVES unveil new single ‘DO YOU FEEL’ – Listen

September 8, 2016 XS Noize

Groves are a South London band who live in Peckham. They originally formed in Manchester at the start of 2015, and after an early flurry, the band spent a year playing live without even thinking […]

Growth - share new single "Wait" from upcoming EP.
The Listening Post

Growth – share new single “Wait” from upcoming EP.

September 8, 2016 XS Noize

During the first half of 2016, Growth recorded a series of songs in Fengersfors defunct paper mill, located in Dalslands ancient forests. This fall, the outside world are able to take note of these obscure […]

Track of the Day: Pumarosa - 'Honey'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Pumarosa – ‘Honey’

September 8, 2016 XS Noize

Pumarosa have unveiled thrilling new single ‘Honey’. The band have also confirmed details of a seven-date October headline tour – including their biggest London headline show to date at Village Underground on October 24th – […]

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