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        • The Veils
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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 […]

        • 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
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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
          Live Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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// 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
          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 […]

  • Interviews
        • Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          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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BECK - Confirms new album "Colors" for October release
Album Reviews

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'
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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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