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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
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          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 […]

        • 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 […]

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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
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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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Irish three-piece, The Script to play Belsonic 2018
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Irish three-piece, The Script to play Belsonic 2018

December 11, 2017 XS Noize

Following a SOLD OUT UK Arena Tour and a number one album in 2017, Belsonic in association with Magners are proud to announce a Belfast concert for the Irish three-piece, The Script at Belsonic 2018. […]

BILLY IDOL Announces UK and EUROPEAN TOUR
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BILLY IDOL Announces UK and EUROPEAN TOUR

December 11, 2017 XS Noize

Rock icon BILLY IDOL will bring his Live! 2018 Tour to the United Kingdom and across Europe. The earliest date to be announced is a 20th June show in Manchester with more dates to be […]

IN FOCUS// The Divine Comedy | Ulster Hall, Belfast 4
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Divine Comedy | Ulster Hall, Belfast

December 10, 2017 Clair McAllister

The Divine Comedy played Belfast’s famous Ulster Hall on 07 Dec 2017 Clair McAllister was on hand to take these great shots.

REVIEW: Polar States - Lost EP
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REVIEW: Polar States – Lost EP

December 8, 2017 Sandra Blemster

POLAR STATES will be releasing Lost, the first of 4 new EP’s on the 8th December. This will be their first release after disappearing offline earlier this year. The band formed in 2015 demoing over […]

HUDSON TAYLOR Announce Headline Belfast Show on Tuesday 27th March 2018
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HUDSON TAYLOR Announce Headline Belfast Show on Tuesday 27th March 2018

December 8, 2017 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT Belfast show at The Oh Yeah Centre in November 2017, the Dublin duo Hudson Taylor are delighted to announce a headline show at Elmwood Hall, Belfast on Tuesday 27th March 2018. […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Winter Witches - ‘Unspeakable Clothes’ - Listen Now!
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TRACK PREMIERE: Winter Witches – ‘Unspeakable Clothes’ – Listen Now!

December 8, 2017 XS Noize

Adelaide based outfit Winter Witches releases the new single from the heart of darkness and the city of light. ‘Unspeakable Clothes’ and its companion piece ‘This Religion’ explore the intricacies of queer identity. Winter Witches […]

MANIC STREET PREACHERS release new single 'International Blue' - Listen Now!
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MANIC STREET PREACHERS release new single ‘International Blue’ – Listen Now!

December 8, 2017 XS Noize

‘International Blue’ is the first new release from MANIC STREET PREACHERS in four years and is available from today (8th December 2017). It is taken from the band’s 13th studio album ‘Resistance Is Futile’ out […]

REWS Announce Headline Belfast Show @ McHughs Basement Bar Sat 24th March 2018
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REWS Announce Headline Belfast Show @ McHughs Basement Bar Sat 24th March 2018

December 7, 2017 XS Noize

London/Belfast based high-energy alternative rock duo Rews are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement Bar on Saturday 24th March 2018. Consisting of songstress Shauna Tohill and vocalising beat-rocker Collette Williams, together, […]

AWOLNATION release video for 'Seven Sticks Of Dynamite'
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AWOLNATION release video for ‘Seven Sticks Of Dynamite’

December 7, 2017 XS Noize

Multi-platinum band AWOLNATION have shared the official music video for the track ‘Seven Sticks Of Dynamite’, which is taken from the band’s third studio album Here Come The Runts out February 2nd, 2018 via Red […]

THE BLUETONES - Make welcome live return
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THE BLUETONES Announce 2018 nationwide tour

December 7, 2017 XS Noize

The Bluetones make a welcome return to the live forum with a nationwide tour that starts on 2nd May 2018 at Portsmouth’s Wedgewood Rooms and culminates on 20th May at the Epic Studios in Norwich. […]

GARY NUMAN - Announces new album SAVAGE and unveils new single
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GARY NUMAN releases new video & announces March UK Tour

December 7, 2017 XS Noize

Gary Numan has today released a video for new single ‘End Of Things’ from current album ‘Savage: Songs From A Broken World’. He has also announced a string of UK dates in March 2018, full […]

INTERVIEW: Andy Barlow – Discusses new music from Lamb & producing U2's new record 2
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INTERVIEW: Andy Barlow – Discusses new music from Lamb & producing U2’s new record

December 7, 2017 XS Noize

Andy Barlow is a rare breed, an artist and producer – one half of hugely influential, seminal electronic duo LAMB and a world-class producer with a breathtaking list of credits that has drawn the attention […]

TUNE-YARDS Announce UK & European Tour
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Check out the video for TUNE-YARDS new song ‘ABC 123’

December 6, 2017 XS Noize

Tune-Yards have released a new song, ‘ABC 123′, from the forthcoming album, I can feel you creep into my private life. Bandleader Merrill Garbus’ politically-infused lyrics set a foreboding scene, as she laments, “California’s burning […]

US rapper/producer ANDY COOPER Unveils his second solo LP 'The Layered Effect’
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US rapper/producer ANDY COOPER Unveils his second solo LP ‘The Layered Effect’

December 6, 2017 XS Noize

‘The Layered Effect’ by US rapper/producer Andy Cooper offers a punchy reminder of the creative fun to be had in digging for breaks, stringing up loops and layering up stratas of sound. Brimming full of […]

Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats - Announce Ulster Hall, Belfast Show
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Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats – Announce Ulster Hall, Belfast Show

December 6, 2017 XS Noize

With over a million copies sold worldwide of 2016’s critically acclaimed, self-titled debut album, Nathaniel Rateliff and The Night Sweats today announce a huge, 21 date tour across Europe including Dublin’s Olympia Theatre Thursday 19 […]

JAMIROQUAI: Unveils Video for New Single 'SUMMER GIRL' - Watch Now!
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JAMIROQUAI: Unveils Video for New Single ‘SUMMER GIRL’ – Watch Now!

December 6, 2017 XS Noize

After an incredible summer that has seen the band headline festivals and arenas across the world to critical and commercial applause, JAMIROQUAI returns with the video for brand new single ‘Summer Girl’, the third official […]

Fleet Foxes Announce New Album 'Crack-Up'
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Fleet Foxes Announce 2018 Tour

December 5, 2017 XS Noize

Fleet Foxes have announced a run of tour dates in 2018 throughout the Southern part of the US including a return to Nashville’s legendary Ryman Auditorium. Tickets are on sale Friday, December 9 at 10:00 […]

FRANZ FERDINAND - Announce new album + share new track - Listen Now!
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FRANZ FERDINAND – Unveil Video for “Always Ascending” – Watch Now!

December 4, 2017 XS Noize

Franz Ferdinand has unveiled the striking new video to “Always Ascending”, the first single from their forthcoming album of the same name, out February 9th on Domino. The hypnotically charged video, shot in Paris, was […]

WIN: Tickets to see THE CORONAS in Belfast’s ULSTER HALL, 21st December 2017
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WIN: Tickets to see THE CORONAS in Belfast’s ULSTER HALL, 21st December 2017

December 4, 2017 XS Noize

THE CORONAS return to Belfast’s iconic ULSTER HALL this December. The band have performed festival slots all summer at Sea Sessions, Live At The Marquee Cork, Galway Arts Festival & Indiependence as well as their […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Cindy Wilson - Change
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Cindy Wilson – Change

December 4, 2017 Sandra Blemster

Cindy Wilson is best known publicly for her work in the New Wave band The B52s whose career has spanned 40 years. She was one of the founding members of the innovative band contributing as […]

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