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          Florence + The Machine Announce Sixth Album ‘Everybody Scream’ Out This Halloween

          August 21, 2025

          Today, Florence Welch, also known as Florence + the Machine, confirms her sixth studio album Everybody Scream is set for release on October 31. The album’s title track debuts today with an accompanying video directed by Autumn de Wilde. Florence […]

          Hothouse Flowers
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          Hothouse Flowers Announced as Headliners for Belfast Maritime Festival – Saturday 6th September

          August 20, 2025

          Belfast Maritime Festival returns on the 6th-7th September with a brand-new addition to its programme- an evening music gig. In an exciting first for the festival, legendary Irish rock band Hothouse Flowers will headline the […]

          Cam
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          Grammy-Winning Star Cam Announces ‘The Slow Down Tour’ With Dates In Glasgow, Belfast, Manchester, Birmingham & London

          August 19, 2025

          Today, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Cam has announced a headline tour through the US, UK, and EU, dubbed The Slow Down Tour. The US dates kick off on October 20th at The Gramercy Theatre in NY, making stops in Chicago, Nashville, […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Eve Adams – American Dust
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Eve Adams – American Dust

          August 20, 2025

          On American Dust, Eve Adams draws inspiration from her years living in the high desert of California—a landscape where wind and sand coat everything in a veil of history. “The same swirling dust that clung […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nova Twins - Parasites & Butterflies
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nova Twins – Parasites & Butterflies

          August 20, 2025

          Following the breakout success of their aptly named sophomore album Supernova (2022), Nova Twins — Amy Love and Georgia South — found themselves facing a new kind of pressure. “We had to figure out a […]

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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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          Chase & Status
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          LIVE REVIEW: Chase & Status – All Points East, Victoria Park

          August 18, 2025

          Dance and electronic music have steadily carved out their place at Victoria Park, and All Points East 2025 proved no exception. Following on from LCD Soundsystem’s 2024 showcase, which paired them with acts like Joy […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Ferocious Dog at The Fire Station, Sunderland Credit: Iam Burn
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          LIVE REVIEW: Ferocious Dog at The Fire Station, Sunderland

          August 18, 2025

          The Fire Station in Sunderland has been running a season of outdoor performances called ‘Summer Parties’ throughout August. Think of it as a festival across a month instead of lots of performers in one day. […]

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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// 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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        • 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 […]

          Tokio Hotel
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          Everything you need to know about seeing Tokio Hotel perform in London

          August 16, 2025

          Get ready for an electrifying performance as the German rock band Tokio Hotel will begin their 2026 global run with a show at the iconic OVO Hydro Arena in London. Tokio Hotel is a German […]

          Lady Gaga
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          Possible setlist for Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball Tour show in London

          August 13, 2025

          The enigmatic Lady Gaga is redefining the art of live performance with her highly anticipated Mayhem Ball Tour which began in July 2025. This is her first arena tour since 2018, bringing a theatrical, gothic-inspired […]

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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

          John Kearns talks to Duran Duran –  The Duran Duran European summer tour is now in full swing. The DD truck has already rolled into cities such as Antwerp, Amsterdam and Rome and will continue […]

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

          June 12, 2025

          Post Death Soundtrack, the musical project of Stephen Moore, recently unveiled his fifth album, IN ALL MY NIGHTMARES I AM ALONE, a 30-track collection of songs ranging across the stylistic spectrum, including rock, Gothic rock, […]

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        • Matt Berninger (The National) on His New Solo Album ‘Get Sunk’ | XS Noize Podcast #241
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          The National’s Matt Berninger on His New Solo Album ‘Get Sunk’ & European Tour | XS Noize Podcast #241

          August 20, 2025

          In Episode #241 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with Matt Berninger — frontman of The National and acclaimed solo artist — about his brand-new album Get Sunk. Best known for his […]

          The Subways
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          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 […]

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BECK - Confirms new album "Colors" for October release
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ALBUM REVIEW: Beck – ‘Colors’

October 17, 2017 Lori Gava

Beck has always been one of the ultimate musical genre chameleons, swerving from genre to genre from album to album while making it all looks so effortless. Each manifestation throughout his now storied career has […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Days Indoors - 'End of the Road'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Days Indoors – ‘End of the Road’

October 16, 2017 XS Noize

DAYS INDOORS, who formed in late 2015 are London based band, the creation of drummer and songwriter Jean-Marc Valet. Far from being a solo project, the band is made up of long-time collaborator Joe Killington […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Sugarmen - 'Local Freaks'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Sugarmen – ‘Local Freaks’

October 16, 2017 Sandra Blemster

As Lou Reed wrote about his native New York, so Sugarmen pay tribute to the city of Liverpool to create a storyboard narrative of their hometown. Liverpool has an impressive back catalogue of bands throughout […]

Rising electronic-pop artist FHIN shares new track ‘Feel Your Face’ - Listen Now!
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Rising electronic-pop artist FHIN shares new track ‘Feel Your Face’ – Listen Now!

October 13, 2017 XS Noize

Hotly tipped French alternative-pop wunderkind described by Clash Magazine as “remarkably atmospheric”, returns with a new emotive, lush track ‘Feel Your Face’ taken from the forthcoming EP ‘Around.Away’ out this October through Délicieuse Musique. Fhin […]

TEARS FOR FEARS Still Rule The World - Their Greatest Hits Album Out November 10th 2
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TEARS FOR FEARS Still Rule The World – Their Greatest Hits Album Out November 10th

October 13, 2017 XS Noize

Following a sold-out summer arena tour highlighted by their triumphant UK return in front of 65,000-plus fans as special guests of The Killers during British Summer Time Festival at Hyde Park, Tears For Fears – […]

TOM CHAPLIN - Announces Christmas Album ‘Twelve Tales of Christmas’ Out November 2
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TOM CHAPLIN – Announces Christmas Album ‘Twelve Tales of Christmas’ Out November

October 13, 2017 XS Noize

Tom Chaplin follows the success of his acclaimed solo album ‘The Wave’ (which debuted at #3 in the UK Album Chart) with a glorious new disc ‘Twelve Tales of Christmas’ out November 17th on Island […]

Electronic two-piece SIREN SECTION to release new album - 'New Disconnect'
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Electronic two-piece SIREN SECTION to release new album – ‘New Disconnect’

October 13, 2017 XS Noize

Siren Section, a two-piece Electronic Rock band from Los Angeles, California. The primary members of the band are James Cumberland and John Dowling, equal contributors on electronics, vocals, and sound design, with John handling the […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Arro - 'Twilight'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Arro – ‘Twilight’

October 13, 2017 XS Noize

Arro AKA Ben Jones is the latest project from the Huddersfield born, Manchester dwelling musician who has, over the years, supported a number of huge acts including The Charlatans, The Stranglers and Badly Drawn Boy […]

INTERVIEW: Rhys from GOLDIE LOOKIN CHAIN Talks FEAR OF A WELSH PLANET 1
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INTERVIEW: Rhys from GOLDIE LOOKIN CHAIN Talks FEAR OF A WELSH PLANET

October 13, 2017 XS Noize

Newport’s biggest rap group Goldie Lookin Chain are back with their TWENTIETH (!) album and this time they’re aiming to resolve international political discord with a bold plan for peaceful Welsh dominance. FEAR OF A […]

FOO FIGHTERS, have announced three massive UK Stadium shows next summer
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FOO FIGHTERS, have announced three massive UK Stadium shows next summer

October 12, 2017 XS Noize

The world’s biggest and best rock band, Foo Fighters, have announced three massive UK Stadium shows next summer, hot on the heels of their acclaimed number one album ‘Concrete and Gold’. Last Saturday, October 7th, […]

GARY BARLOW embarks on a solo tour of the UK including Belfast’s Waterfront
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GARY BARLOW embarks on a solo tour of the UK including Belfast’s Waterfront

October 12, 2017 XS Noize

Gary Barlow today announced that he will embark on a solo tour of the UK and Ireland kicking off in April 2018, playing 33 dates in 24 intimate venues – including Belfast’s Waterfront. The tour […]

HIGHTOWN PIRATES Release Their debut album, 'DRY AND HIGH', in June 1
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HIGHTOWN PIRATES to release brilliant debut album ‘Dry and High’ in November

October 12, 2017 XS Noize

Set for release on 10 November, ‘Dry And High’ is the debut album from Hightown Pirates. Fronted by musician and writer Simon Mason, Hightown Pirates is a project from Simon’s heart and soul. His friendship […]

TOUTS - Announce Their Highly-Anticipated Second EP ‘LIT’
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TOUTS – Announce Their Highly-Anticipated Second EP ‘LIT’

October 12, 2017 XS Noize

TOUTS will release their highly-anticipated second EP ‘LIT’ on November 10th via Hometown Records. The four-track EP will include the lead single ‘Bomb Scare’, out now. Of the single, lead singer Matthew Crossan says: “The […]

The Dark, Sinuous Worlds of Michaela Polakova and Natalie Kocab Attract Heavyweight Talent
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The Dark, Sinuous Worlds of Michaela Polakova and Natalie Kocab Attract Heavyweight Talent

October 12, 2017 XS Noize

Collaborative albums are often fraught affairs: posturing for lead billing; misunderstandings and, that legendary line – “musical differences” lurk around every corner. Not so here. Composer Michaela Polakova and singer/lyricist Natalie Kocab have united as […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Godspeed You! Black Emperor - "Luciferian Towers"
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Godspeed You! Black Emperor – “Luciferian Towers”

October 12, 2017 Fionn Crossan

Some might argue that what makes a song political is the message that lies within in its lyrics; it must be a clear call for change, a clear mockery of the establishment, of a corporation, […]

ELBOW - Announce 3Arena, Dublin Show in February
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ELBOW – Announce 3Arena, Dublin Show in February

October 10, 2017 XS Noize

elbow have announced their live return with a performance at 3Arena, Dublin on Saturday 24th February 2018 with very special guest John Grant. elbow returned with their seventh studio album in February 2017. As with […]

Fleet Foxes Announce New Album 'Crack-Up'
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FLEET FOXES – Announce 10″ EP via Record Store Day’s Black Friday

October 10, 2017 XS Noize

Fleet Foxes have announced a special edition 10” EP available exclusively at independent record stores starting on Record Store Day’s Black Friday, November 24. Those interested in purchasing a copy can find an independent record […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Otherkin - 'OK'
Gigs

OTHERKIN – Announce Fresh UK Tour Dates

October 10, 2017 XS Noize

Fresh from entering the Irish album charts at # 2 with their debut “OK” long player, and opening for INHEAVEN on their UK dates; Lars Ulrich-endorsed Irish garage-rockers Otherkin have announced a new batch of […]

CULTS - Announce UK / EU Headline Tour
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CULTS – Announce UK / EU Headline Tour

October 10, 2017 XS Noize

In support of the release of their new album ‘Offering’, Cults return to EU shores at the start of the New Year touring from late January through the start of February, dates below. While Cults […]

Manchester ‘Neu Cinematic’ four-piece EMBERS have announced the release of new single 'Until The Dawn' - Listen
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Manchester four-piece EMBERS announce new single ‘Drowning’- Watch Video

October 10, 2017 XS Noize

Manchester ‘Neu Cinematic’ four-piece Embers have announced the release of new single Drowning through AWAL and available for download via iTunes on November 24th. Inspired by the cinematic, including composer John Murphy and artists such […]

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