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          The Cure Announce Biggest-Ever Belfast Show at Belsonic 2026

          September 30, 2025

          Rock legends The Cure are pleased to announce their biggest Belfast show to date at Belsonic, Belfast on Sunday, June 28th, with support from The Twilight Sad and Just Mustard. Formed in Crawley, Sussex, England, […]

          The Charlatans
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          The Charlatans Share “Deeper and Deeper” Ahead of 14th Studio Album “We Are Love”

          September 30, 2025

          Following the announcement of their 14th studio album, We Are Love, out October 31 via BMG, The Charlatans return today with their second single, “Deeper and Deeper.” A swirling, Hammond organ-driven belter with fat bass […]

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          Legendary Liverpool Band SHACK Announce December UK Shows After Spring Sell-Outs

          September 29, 2025

          The rush of excitement and love for the unexpected 2025 return of Liverpool’s venerated songsmiths, Shack, extends to the end of the year with six new intimate dates lined up for December. Opening at the Bristol […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Robert Plant with Suzi Dian – Saving Grace
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Robert Plant with Suzi Dian – Saving Grace

          September 26, 2025

          Robert Plant’s latest project, Saving Grace, takes its name from the band he assembled in 2019 to play Americana covers in small venues across Britain. Though it has been eight years since his last solo […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Hause – …and the Mermaid
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Hause – …And The Mermaid

          September 26, 2025

          Dave Hause, a veteran of the Philadelphia punk scene, first made his mark fronting The Loved Ones before launching his solo career in 2011. Over the years, his work has spanned everything from hardcore to […]

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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: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles Credit: Triffin Constantine
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          LIVE REVIEW: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles

          September 22, 2025

          Sludge, prog, and post-metal band Baroness played an emotional set at Lodge Room in the Highland Park neighbourhood of Los Angeles on Saturday, September 20th. The night was one of remembrance, playing their first two […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate "Inertia" with High-Energy London Launch Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate “Inertia” with High-Energy London Launch Show

          September 10, 2025

          To mark the release of their new album Inertia, Pendulum’s Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen brought an electrifying DJ set to HERE at Outernet in London on September 5th. The Australian outfit has long been […]

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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 […]

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          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square

          August 17, 2025

          Putting the Fast in Belfast 7 once again proved why it has become a staple of the city’s summer music calendar. A packed Custom House Square buzzed with anticipation as fans from across generations gathered […]

          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, […]

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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
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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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        • 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

          June 12, 2025

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        • Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of "Ad Astra" | XS Noize Podcast #248
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          Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of “Ad Astra” | XS Noize Podcast #248

          October 1, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Rick McMurray looks back on 30 years of Ash and the rocket-fuel energy behind their new album Ad Astra. From teenage beginnings in Downpatrick to global stages, […]

          The Jacques
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          Finn O’Brien on The Jacques’ New Album “Make Repetition!” | XS Noize Podcast #247

          September 28, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “Will would be proud of us, and he’d never have wanted his loss to stop us doing what we love.” — Finn O’Brien, […]

          Gary Numan
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          Gary Numan on “Telekon” at 45, Wembley Ghosts & His Glastonbury Debut | XS Noize Podcast #246

          September 24, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube In Episode #246 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Gary Numan — one of electronic music’s true pioneers — for a powerful conversation marking the 45th […]

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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'
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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'
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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'
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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.
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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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