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          The Veils Return with New Album “Fragile World” — Hear “Lungs” and See UK Dates

          February 27, 2026

          Following the critically acclaimed release of ‘Asphodels’ in 2025, The Veils quickly return with a bold and invigorated new album titled ‘Fragile World’, out 19 June on V2 Records. The first single ‘Lungs’ is released […]

          Little Barrie
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          Little Barrie Announce ‘Gravity Freeze’ Out 22 May 2026 – Hear ‘More Bad Miles Of Road’

          February 26, 2026

          Little Barrie announce details of their new album Gravity Freeze, released Friday 22nd May 2026 on Easy Eye Sound. The trio, fronted by in-demand guitarist Barrie Cadogan, also have today shared the first single, ‘More […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel Announces 2003 Live Album ‘In The Big Room’ – Out March 13, 2026

          February 26, 2026

          Peter Gabriel will release the live album ‘In The Big Room’ on 13 March 2026. In The Big Room captures Peter Gabriel and band recorded live in the Big Room at Real World Studios on […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine - Hen’s Teeth
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine – Hen’s Teeth

          February 23, 2026

          Iron and Wine, the moniker of singer/songwriter Samuel Beam, is releasing his much anticipated follow up to 2024’s Light Verse at the end of February. Hen’s Teeth is a slightly darker sibling to Beam’s poetic […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing - A Short History Of Decay
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing – A Short History Of Decay

          February 20, 2026

          Philadelphia shoegaze standard-bearers Nothing return in 2026 with A Short History Of Decay, a record that feels less like a reinvention and more like a reaffirmation of everything they’ve quietly perfected over the past decade […]

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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: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre Credit Wiktoria Wolny
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre

          February 26, 2026

          In the heart of London’s Embankment, the recently opened Emerald Theatre feels part The Great Gatsby, part Emerald City — lavish, theatrical and unapologetically opulent. The room glows in rich green tones and, with its […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London photos by Martin
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          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London

          February 21, 2026

          Of Monsters and Men first broke through in 2010 after winning Músíktilraunir, Iceland’s annual Battle of the Bands. That early victory propelled the then-emerging collective onto the international stage, leading to a European Border Breakers […]

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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
          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 […]

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          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show Credit: Denise Esposito
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show

          February 6, 2026

          On 3 February, Ash returned to La Scala for a blistering, high-energy London show. Packed wall to wall, the venue buzzed as the trio tore through a career-spanning set, seamlessly weaving in new material from […]

          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 […]

  • 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
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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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        • Jordan Anthony
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          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

          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 […]

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          Archive’s Dave Pen on ‘Glass Minds’ and evolving after 30 years | XS Noize Podcast #272

          February 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dave Pen of Archive to talk about Glass Minds — the band’s 13th studio album and a bold new chapter in a […]

          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
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          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271

          February 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club to revisit Howl — the band’s third album and a bold creative left turn […]

          Mark Shaw - Then Jerico | XS Noize Podcast #270
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          Mark Shaw of Then Jerico on The Return, legacy, and bringing the full band show to Ireland | XS Noize Podcast #270

          February 10, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Mark Shaw of Then Jerico to talk about The Return — a moment that reconnects legacy, live energy, and purpose as the […]

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Year: 2016

Professor Green Drops Hard Hitting New Track ‘Back On The Market’
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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 – […]

The Pretenders will release their brand new album, ‘Alone’ on October 21st 1
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The Pretenders will release their brand new album, ‘Alone’ on October 21st

September 7, 2016 XS Noize

The Pretenders will release their brand new album, ‘Alone’ on October 21st through BMG. It is the first Pretenders album for eight years and was recorded in Nashville. Originally intended as a solo follow-up to […]

NEWS: KULA SHAKER announce Irish Dates in May
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Kula Shaker to celebrate live at Rough Trade East and release a LIVE 12″ vinyl version of Govinda!

September 7, 2016 XS Noize

6th September 1996 saw the release of the seminal album ‘K’ that took the world by storm. To celebrate the 20th Anniversary, Kula Shaker – will perform live at Rough Trade East exactly 20 years […]

White Lies Announce New Album 'Friends' to be released October 7th - Listen to track
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: White Lies – ‘Come On’

September 7, 2016 XS Noize

White Lies have revealed another taster track titled ‘Come On’ from their fourth album ‘Friends’ due October 7th. After three consecutive Top 5 albums, this is the first release under a new deal with BMG. First […]

XS NOIZE – Unsigned Showcase #18 - Three Underneath
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XS NOIZE – Unsigned Showcase #18 – Three Underneath

September 7, 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 […]

Album Review: Of Montreal - Innocences Reaches
Album Reviews

Album Review: Of Montreal – Innocences Reaches

September 7, 2016 Lori Gava

On August 12 the ever shapeshifting band Of Montreal released their 14th album, Innocence Reaches. The new release follows quickly on the heels of their 2015 release “Aureate Gloom”, and is in definite contrast to […]

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