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        • The Dream Machine
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          The Dream Machine channel Beach Boys-style wall-of-sound on new single ‘Things That Make Us Cry’

          January 13, 2026

          If the best songs were always sung with a tear in the eye, then The Dream Machine’s latest single, Things That Make Us Cry adds to the canon of the saddest, most beautiful songs to seek hope as the […]

          ARCHIVE
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          ARCHIVE share new single ‘City Walls’ from forthcoming album ‘Glass Minds’

          January 13, 2026

          ARCHIVE, the unique, enigmatic and acclaimed collective who formed in Croydon, South London in 1994, have today shared ‘City Walls’, the latest single from their forthcoming 13th studio album Glass Minds, which is released on […]

          Matt Cardle
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          Matt Cardle Kicks Off 2026 with New Single ‘Fading Lights’ from Upcoming Album ‘The Great Escape’

          January 9, 2026

          Multi-Platinum artist and BRIT Award nominee Matt Cardle gets a big year underway as he unveils his brand new single ‘Fading Lights’. It comes as Matt prepares to step into a new era with the release of ‘The Great Escape’ – his first new album […]

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          Sugar - Copper Blue
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sugar – Copper Blue: The Singles Collection

          November 28, 2025

          For fans of Sugar – and for anyone who still feels the shockwave of Copper Blue more than three decades on – Copper Blue: The Singles Collection arrives as a dream artefact. Pressed across four […]

          debdepan "Lovers & Others" EP
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          REVIEW: debdepan “Lovers & Others” EP

          November 27, 2025

          In recent years, the vibrant seaside town of Margate has evolved into a heady blend of coastal charm and DIY creativity — a place where visual artists, musicians and free-thinking makers thrive. It’s the perfect […]

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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: Craic, Community and Conviction: The Mary Wallopers storm Belfast Credit: Becca McCaffrey
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Craic, Community and Conviction: The Mary Wallopers storm Belfast

          December 29, 2025

          The Mary Wallopers returned to Belfast on 23 December fresh from five consecutive nights at Glasgow’s Barrowlands, and if there was any risk of fatigue, it never showed. From the opening song, pints were flying, […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Wool City Rockers: Paradise Lost, Terrorvision & New Model Army take over Bradford Live Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Wool City Rockers: Paradise Lost, Terrorvision & New Model Army take over Bradford Live

          December 23, 2025

          On 13 December, Bradford proudly celebrated the strength and legacy of the Yorkshire heavy music scene with Wool City Rockers, staged at the city’s newly refurbished Bradford Live. The line-up brought together three iconic bands […]

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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// 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 […]

          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 […]

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        • 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
          Gigs

          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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        • 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 […]

          Fabrizio Cammarata
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          INTERVIEW: Fabrizio Cammarata on Solitude, Connection, and the Inner Worlds of His New Album “Insularities”

          October 10, 2025

          Sicilian singer-songwriter Fabrizio Cammarata has returned with Insularities — a quietly profound exploration of connection, isolation, transformation, and memory. The record invites listeners into a space between light and shadow, where grief and love share […]

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        • Sleaford Mods
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          Sleaford Mods’ Jason Williamson on Planet X, cultural decay, and the evolution of the band | XS Noize Podcast #264

          December 6, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Jason Williamson, the fiercely articulate frontman of Sleaford Mods, to explore the band’s most ambitious and unflinching record yet: The Demise Of […]

          Oliver Murray
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          Oliver Murray on completing “The Beatles Anthology” and bringing Episode Nine to life | XS Noize Podcast #263

          December 4, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by acclaimed filmmaker Oliver Murray — the British writer–director redefining modern music documentary through his bold, cinematic approach. Following his 2023 short film […]

          Steve Lillywhite on the Making of “Fairytale of New York” | XS Noize Podcast #262
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          Steve Lillywhite on Making “Fairytale of New York” with Kirsty MacColl & The Pogues | XS Noize Podcast #262

          November 30, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by legendary producer Steve Lillywhite — the Grammy-winning studio mastermind behind iconic records by U2, The Rolling Stones, Talking Heads, The Smiths, The […]

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Album Review: Empire of the Sun - Two Vines
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Album Review: Empire of the Sun – Two Vines

October 24, 2016 Lori Gava

Hailing from down under the Electronica/Dance duo Empire of the Sun are releasing Two Vines the follow up to their second album, Ice on the Dune. The new release drops on October 28th in all […]

JUSTICE - Release new single 'Alakazam!' from their highly anticipated new album
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JUSTICE – Release new single ‘Alakazam!’ from their highly anticipated new album

October 23, 2016 XS Noize

Justice have released a video for their latest single, ‘Alakazam!’ which is out now. The single is the third track to be taken from Justice’s upcoming, highly anticipated third album, ‘Woman’, out November 18. The […]

Album Review: Kings of Leon - Walls
Album Reviews

Album Review: Kings of Leon – Walls

October 21, 2016 Thomas S. Day

Unless you’ve been locked in a bunker for the last decade, Kings of Leon will likely be a familiar name to you. While early in their career they closely coveted the UK market following little […]

BLACK GRAPE To Release Three Disc Deluxe Edition Of 'It's Great When You're Straight....Yeah' 1
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Black Grape share exclusive ‘Fat Neck (Goldie Remix)’ – Listen

October 21, 2016 XS Noize

Black Grape release a three-disc Deluxe Edition of one of the greatest British albums of the 1990s, ‘It’s Great When You’re Straight…Yeah’ on November 4th. Streaming now is an exclusive track from the 2nd disc, […]

Track of the Day: The Magic Es - Colour Up My World
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: The Magic Es – Colour Up My World

October 21, 2016 XS Noize

English pop-rockers The Magic Es have released their new single Colour Up My World today via Oh Mercy! Records. The rough-around-the-edges slice of rock n’ roll showcases their knack for pure pop melodies, punkish energy […]

Classic Album: Pink Floyd - The Wall
Classic Albums

Classic Album: Pink Floyd – The Wall

October 21, 2016 Landon Murray

By this time in their career, Pink Floyd had become the unanimous kings of psychedelic rock. The one we’re discussing today was as well received as it was groundbreaking. The Wall is major in scope, […]

Album Review: American Football – American Football
Album Reviews

Album Review: American Football – American Football

October 21, 2016 Odhrán Rodgers

American Football is an American Emo band from Illinois. They released their critically acclaimed self-titled album American Football, released in 1999. Since their breakup in September 1999, they had of course ceased recording with one […]

ELEPHANT STONE Reveal New Single 'Manipulator' - Listen
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ELEPHANT STONE Reveal New Single ‘Manipulator’ – Listen

October 20, 2016 XS Noize

Montreal, Canada-based psych-rock trio Elephant Stone are extremely pleased to reveal their latest single ‘Manipulator’ ahead of a run of European tour dates in December 2016 including two shows in the UK. The band release […]

Track of the Day: RIIB - Hello Stranger
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: RIIB – Hello Stranger

October 20, 2016 XS Noize

RIIB is the new project of Leeds based singer-songwriter James Mainwaring who is previously known for his saxophone playing in the Mercury Prize and MOBO nominated Roller Trio and as a guest with indie rock […]

Radiohead First Headline Act To Be Confirmed For Glastonbury 2017
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Radiohead First Headline Act To Be Confirmed For Glastonbury 2017

October 20, 2016 XS Noize

Radiohead today became the first headline act to be confirmed for Glastonbury 2017. The band will top the bill on the Pyramid Stage on Friday, June 23rd. This will be the band’s third time headlining […]

Live Review: Squeeze & The English Beat Sell Out The Paramount Theater in Huntington, NY 1
Live Reviews

Live Review: Squeeze & The English Beat Sell Out The Paramount Theater in Huntington, NY

October 19, 2016 Cortney Armitage

When I heard Squeeze and The English Beat were touring in the New York area, my face started to resemble an over excited emoji. The Paramount Theater in Huntingon, was the place were I and […]

Zach Ashton announces new album 'People & Places'
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Zach Ashton announces new album ‘People & Places’

October 19, 2016 XS Noize

Zach Ashton was raised near seaside town of Indian Rocks Beach on the Gulf of Mexico. A self taught musician, Ashton gravitated towards the guitar and began composing original works at the age of eighteen. […]

Listen to 'Leave It Up To Me' by Tom Townsend
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Listen to ‘Leave It Up To Me’ by Tom Townsend

October 19, 2016 XS Noize

Tom Townsend is a talented multi-instrumentalist who has worked as a composer, performer, session musician and producer. Brought up on Woody Guthrie, Hank Williams, Buddy Holly, and The Beatles, Tom first picked up the guitar […]

Interview: Jon Sutcliffe from 'Sulk' talks about their new album "No Illusions"
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Sulk – ‘No Illusions’

October 19, 2016 XS Noize

SULK was formed in London in 2011 and consists of Jon Sutcliffe (vocals), Tomas Kubowicz (lead guitar), Andrew Needle (rhythm guitar), Jakub Starzyński (bass guitar) and Lewis Jones (drums). The band released their debut album […]

Tulipomania share new video for 'Don't Be So Sure' - Watch
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Tulipomania share new video for ‘Don’t Be So Sure’ – Watch

October 18, 2016 XS Noize

Hailing from Philadelphia, Tulipomania’s unique take on Post-Punk boasts gritty guitars underpinned by a brooding rhythm section to provide a backdrop for compelling and atmospheric vocals. Band members Tom Murray (lead vocals, bass, drums) and […]

Track of the Day: AEIM - Forget About It / Sundowner
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: AEIM – Forget About It / Sundowner

October 18, 2016 XS Noize

Three piece Indie Electro outfit AEIM have been whipping up a storm in 2016. Matt (vocals), Jamie (bass and beats) and Alex (guitar) mix acid house beats with soaring vocals, motorik bass with a hefty […]

Scotland’s fourpiece electro-pop outfit THE BLET PROJECT introduce their debut album 'Now Live'
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Scotland’s fourpiece electro-pop outfit THE BLET PROJECT introduce their debut album ‘Now Live’

October 18, 2016 XS Noize

Scotland’s fourpiece electro-pop outfit The Blet Project proudly introduce their debut album ‘Now Live’. Written in early January 2015 by Stephen Dennis, ‘Now Live’ is a concept album based on Stephen’s experiences grappling with personal […]

#20: XS Noize Music Podcast: Anton Newcombe of The Brian Jonestown Massacre 2
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#20: XS Noize Music Podcast: Anton Newcombe of The Brian Jonestown Massacre

October 17, 2016 XS Noize

Welcome to episode #20 of the XS Noise Music Podcast with Mark Millar. On This weeks show Mark Millar is joined by Brian Jonestown Massacre frontman Anton Newcombe and this weeks featured track is from […]

INTERVIEW: Noel Gallagher looks back at 'Be Here Now' 2
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Noel Gallagher looks back at ‘Be Here Now’

October 17, 2016 XS Noize

Walking in Oasis’s footsteps as they made Be Here Now, the fastest-selling album ever, requires a journey back in time. But where to start? Not in London’s legendary Abbey Road Studios, where recording sessions began […]

The Vryll Society Stream New Single 'A Perfect Rhythm' - Listen
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The Vryll Society Stream New Single ‘A Perfect Rhythm’ – Listen

October 14, 2016 XS Noize

Psychedelic rockers The Vryll Society have announced the release of their brand new single A Perfect Rhythm via Deltasonic Records (The Coral, The Zutons, The Dead 60s) ahead of their eagerly anticipated Levitation UK tour […]

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