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        • Joshua Burnside
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          Joshua Burnside announces new album “It’s Not Going to Be Okay” and unveils haunting new single and video “Moon High.”

          November 14, 2025

          Today, Joshua Burnside announces his new album, It’s Not Going to be Okay and shares his latest single and video, “Moon High,” an arresting and poignant cut from one of modern folk music’s essential artists. […]

          Kings of Leon
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          Kings of Leon return to Belfast as Belsonic 2026 headliners

          November 14, 2025

          Multi-GRAMMY and BRIT Award-winning band Kings of Leon will headline Belsonic at Ormeau Park, Belfast, on Monday, 29th June 2026. Recognized as one of the world’s biggest alternative rock bands of the last 20 years, […]

          Kula Shaker
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          Kula Shaker return with uplifting new track ‘Be Merciful’ from forthcoming album Wormslayer

          November 12, 2025

          Consistently one of Britain’s most exhilarating live bands, Kula Shaker have evolved from a phenomenally successful anomaly of the Britpop era to step into an adventurous, ambitious and hallucinogenic new era with the release of […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Belair Lip Bombs – Again
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Belair Lip Bombs – Again

          November 10, 2025

          The Australian indie scene has long perfected the art of masking malaise behind sun-drenched, jangly guitar pop, and Melbourne’s The Belair Lip Bombs deliver a textbook example with their punchy second album, Again. Over ten […]

          Swim School
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Swim School – Swim School

          November 4, 2025

          Swim School have delivered a super cool debut album that manages to combine a classic indie feel with a modern edge. Filled with powerful riffs, enchanting melodies and runaway choruses, “This Is The Debut Album” […]

        • Book Reviews

          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
          Album Reviews

          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: Thornhill Bring Their Electrifying BODIES Tour to Leeds Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Thornhill Bring Their Electrifying BODIES Tour to Leeds

          November 11, 2025

          One of Australia’s most exciting modern rock exports, Thornhill, stormed into Leeds on November 6th as part of their BODIES tour — bringing with them a night of sheer intensity, emotion, and energy. The evening […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gogol Bordello – Rock City, Nottingham – October 30th Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gogol Bordello Ignite Rock City with Their Signature ‘Gypsy Punk’ Fury

          November 3, 2025

          On October 30th, the unstoppable Gogol Bordello stormed into Rock City and tore the place apart in the best possible way. From the moment they hit the stage, it was clear the crowd was in […]

        • 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// 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, […]

  • 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
          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
          Gigs

          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
          Interviews

          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
          Interviews

          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
          Interviews

          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • ALKY
          Podcast

          ALKY on breaking the cycle with debut album ‘Rinse & Repeat’ | XS Noize Podcast #258

          November 13, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by ALKY — the Dublin-born indie-rock artist and former Emmy-nominated audio engineer whose raw, heartfelt songwriting is making serious waves across Ireland’s indie […]

          The Charlatans
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          Martin Blunt – The Charlatans: Inside new album ‘We Are Love’ | XS Noize Podcast #257

          November 9, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Martin Blunt — founding member and bassist of The Charlatans, one of Britain’s most enduring and beloved bands. From their breakthrough with […]

          Mani on The Stone Roses, Primal Scream & the Resurrection | XS Noize Podcast #256
          Podcast

          Mani on The Stone Roses, Primal Scream & the Resurrection | XS Noize Podcast #256

          November 2, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Mani — legendary bassist of The Stone Roses and Primal Scream, and one of the most influential figures in British rock history. […]

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Month: November 2016

Track of the Day: Olivia May - Tonight
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Olivia May – Tonight

November 30, 2016 XS Noize

Olivia May has a story to tell. Years of starts, stops and self-doubt has shaped a voice now ready to empower and inspire those going through similar struggles. Hailing from Fresno, California, Olivia began her […]

White Lies Announce New Album 'Friends' to be released October 7th - Listen to track
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White Lies reveal video for ‘Hold Back Your Love’

November 29, 2016 XS Noize

White Lies continue their electro-fuelled dance with the heartfelt ‘Hold Back Your Love’, with the new video directed by David Pablos (the critically acclaimed ‘The Chosen Ones’). This soul searching track is filled with an […]

#25: XS Noize Music Podcast: John Power from Cast talks tour + new album "Kicking Up The Dust"
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#25: XS Noize Music Podcast: John Power from Cast talks tour + new album “Kicking Up The Dust”

November 29, 2016 XS Noize

Welcome to episode #25 of the XS Noize Music Podcast with Mark Millar. On This weeks show Mark Millar is joined by John Power from Cast. Cast first appeared on the scene in the mid […]

RICHARD ASHCROFT announces two exclusive UK live shows
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Richard Ashcroft announces 2017 UK arena shows

November 29, 2016 XS Noize

Following sold out shows and festival performances including Isle Of Wight Festival as well as international shows in Japan, Chile, Argentina and Mexico, Richard Ashcroft sees out 2016 in grand style with the announcement of […]

The Rifles reveal new video for 'Groundhog Day'
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The Rifles reveal new video for ‘Groundhog Day’

November 28, 2016 XS Noize

The Rifles release brand new video for track ‘Groundhog Day’ from current album ‘Big Life’. ‘Groundhog Day’ is the lively album opening track which expresses the longing to be free from an endlessly repetitive job […]

Laura Marling Announces New Album 'Semper Femina'
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Laura Marling Announces New Album ‘Semper Femina’

November 28, 2016 XS Noize

Laura Marling has announced full details of her sixth album with the unveiling of new video “Soothing.”Semper Femina will be released March 10th, 2017 on Laura’s own label More Alarming Records via Kobalt Music Recordings. […]

Track of the Day: The Slow Show - ‘Ordinary Lives’
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: The Slow Show – ‘Ordinary Lives’

November 28, 2016 XS Noize

‘Ordinary Lives’ is the beautiful new single from The Slow Show. ‘Ordinary Lives’ is the first single to be taken from ‘Dream Darling’, the follow up to the Manchester five-piece’s acclaimed 2015 debut ‘White Water’. […]

Classic Album Revisted: Radiohead - In Rainbows
Classic Albums

Classic Album Revisted: Radiohead – In Rainbows

November 27, 2016 Lori Gava

Time flies, it seems like only yesterday that Radiohead’s groundbreaking In Rainbows was released. My intention with this essay/review is to get ahead of the landslide of Radiohead “In Rainbows” 10th anniversary reviews coming next […]

IN FOCUS// Brian Fallon And The Crowes - 23/11/2016 The Olympia Theatre, Dublin 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Brian Fallon And The Crowes – 23/11/2016 The Olympia Theatre, Dublin

November 27, 2016 Clair McAllister

Clair McAllister was on hand to capture Brian Fallon And The Crowes at The Olympia Theatre, Dublin Ireland on 23/11/2016.

Live Review: Lush – November 25th Manchester Academy 2016
Live Reviews

Live Review: Lush – November 25th Manchester Academy 2016

November 27, 2016 Sandra Blemster

It couldn’t have been more fitting. The first song I ever heard by Lush was the brilliant hypnotic Deluxe and this was the first track played at Friday’s Manchester gig; the ultimate one they would ever play […]

King No-One reveal 'Alcatraz' video + UK tour starts
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King No-One reveal ‘Alcatraz’ video + UK tour starts

November 25, 2016 XS Noize

Up and coming indie-pop quartet King No-One have revealed the eye-catching video for their new single ‘Alcatraz’, out now. Flamboyant and fun, the new video is a perfect complement to the vibrant tones and uplifting […]

Track of the Day: Seeing Hands - 'It's True'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Seeing Hands – ‘It’s True’

November 25, 2016 XS Noize

Newcastle dream pop quartet Seeing Hands have revealed their second official release ‘It’s True’ as the follow-up to their hit debut single ‘I Knew You’ out earlier this year. Their latest offering, a potent mix […]

Live Review: Kassassin Street Kick off UK Tour in Style 1
Live Reviews

Live Review: Kassassin Street Kick off UK Tour in Style

November 25, 2016 Helen Russell

Portsmouth indie band Kassassin Street proudly kicked off their UK Tour with a SOLD-OUT night hometown gig at The Wedgewood Rooms. The band were one of the most talked about bands at their local festival […]

Paul Draper releases a second four track EP on Kscope
New Music

Paul Draper releases a second four track EP on Kscope

November 25, 2016 XS Noize

Following the release of his first new music in twelve years (this summer’s acclaimed EP ONE), Paul Draper releases a second four track EP on Kscope. EP TWO features four new recordings: Friends Make The […]

Review: Kassassin Street - Radio Silence EP
Album Reviews

Review: Kassassin Street – Radio Silence EP

November 24, 2016 Lori Gava

The ebullient Indie musical group Kassassin Street is generating quite a sensation on their recent tour of the UK. The quintet that calls Southsea home first gained notice from the music world in 2014 with […]

Review: Danielle Lewis - Fly EP
Album Reviews

Review: Danielle Lewis – Fly EP

November 24, 2016 Thomas S. Day

Up-and-coming Welsh Pop-Folk artist Danielle Lewis has just released her latest 6 track EP Fly. With her earlier efforts Lewis has been compared to the likes of Joni Mitchell and Lucy Rose and while Fly […]

Ebbot Lundberg & The Indigo Children drop new album ‘For The Ages To Come’ in the UK, December 2nd
Gigs

Ebbot Lundberg & The Indigo Children drop new album ‘For The Ages To Come’ in the UK, December 2nd

November 22, 2016 XS Noize

Ebbot Lundberg & The Indigo Children drop new album ‘For The Ages To Come’ in the UK, December 2nd. Most well-known as the charismatic former Soundtrack Of Our Lives (SOOL) and Union Carbide Productions frontman, […]

Meshuggah announce Belfast Limelight show 17th January '17
Gigs

Meshuggah announce Belfast Limelight show 17th January ’17

November 22, 2016 XS Noize

The ninth wonder of the unnatural world, extreme tech-metal messiah’s MESHUGGAH have just announced a UK & IRISH leg of their winter tour. Following the cries of British and Irish metal fans all over the […]

Cocoa Futures share 'The Grey' ahead of the EP release on 2nd December
News

Cocoa Futures share ‘The Grey’ ahead of the EP release on 2nd December

November 22, 2016 XS Noize

Perhaps Cocoa Futures’ most direct offering of sparkling, upbeat indie pop, ‘The Grey’ is all driven groove, sonorous dancefloor bounce and soaring vocal hooks. Such pull-no-punches positivity stems straight from the tune’s lyrical subject matter, […]

Album Review: Justice - Woman
Album Reviews

Album Review: Justice – Woman

November 22, 2016 Landon Murray

Back in 2007, the world of music was still reeling from a new emergence of Daft Punk. Shortly after that particular French duo proved to be bigger than anyone ever imagined, a whole slew of […]

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