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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 […]

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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// 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 […]

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        • 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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Sufjan Stevens, Bryce Dessner, Nico Muhly & James McAlister share new song 'Mercury' 1
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Sufjan Stevens, Bryce Dessner, Nico Muhly & James McAlister share new song ‘Mercury’

April 25, 2017 XS Noize

To celebrate the release of their forthcoming, collaborative album Planetarium, Sufjan Stevens, Bryce Dessner, Nico Muhly and James McAlister have launched a new song today. ‘Mercury’ is the second track to be released from Planetarium, […]

Listen To DMA’S Cover of the Classic Noughties Cher Hit ‘Believe’
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Listen To DMA’S Cover of the Classic Noughties Cher Hit ‘Believe’

April 25, 2017 XS Noize

DMA’S are back in the UK for a handful of Spring shows which kicks off with a gig at London’s Brixton Electric on Wednesday 26th April. The show has been sold out for months and […]

THURSTON MOORE Announces New Album "Rock n Roll Consciousness" - Listen to track
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THURSTON MOORE Announces More Tour Dates

April 24, 2017 XS Noize

Rock n Roll Consciousness, the new album by Thurston Moore, is set for release on April 28th on Caroline International. The album was recorded with producer Paul Epworth (Adele, The Pop Group) at The Church […]

Check out a live acoustic version of TOM CHAPLIN'S New Single ‘See It So Clear’
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Check out a live acoustic version of TOM CHAPLIN’S New Single ‘See It So Clear’

April 24, 2017 XS Noize

The past 12 months has seen Tom Chaplin step out from the multi-platinum selling band Keane to both critical and commercial acclaim, with his extraordinary debut solo album ‘The Wave’ entering the UK Album Chart […]

CHRIS REA will play the Waterfront, Belfast on 7th December 2017 on his ‘Road Songs for Lovers’ tour
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CHRIS REA will play the Waterfront, Belfast on 7th December 2017 on his ‘Road Songs for Lovers’ tour

April 24, 2017 XS Noize

Chris Rea will play the Waterfront, Belfast on 7th December 2017, as part of a European tour, to celebrate the release of his new album, ‘Road Songs for Lovers’. The album will be released on […]

HIGHTOWN PIRATES Release Their debut album, 'DRY AND HIGH', in June 1
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HIGHTOWN PIRATES Release Their debut album, ‘DRY AND HIGH’, in June

April 24, 2017 XS Noize

Introducing Hightown Pirates with their debut album Dry and High with stunning artwork by Pete Doherty. Hightown Pirates is the band formed by Simon Mason. His friendship with Mick Head (Shack) sowed the seed, conceived […]

Album Review: WOZNIAK - 'Courage Reels'
Album Reviews

Album Review: WOZNIAK – ‘Courage Reels’

April 24, 2017 Lori Gava

If you’re searching for a worthy young band of shoegaze proprietors you don’t have to look much farther than Wozniak. After two stellar EP releases in the last few years, Wozniak has finally taken the […]

Album Review: THE NEW PORNOGRAPHERS - 'Whiteout Conditions'
Album Reviews

Album Review: THE NEW PORNOGRAPHERS – ‘Whiteout Conditions’

April 24, 2017 Lori Gava

Often referred to as a supergroup, the Canadian band The New Pornographers are not so much a supergroup as a collective of gifted artists who formed in the late 90’s to make arresting music. The […]

Listen to BURIAL'S remix of GOLDIE’S ‘Inner City Life’ for Record Store Day 2017
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Listen to BURIAL’S remix of GOLDIE’S ‘Inner City Life’ for Record Store Day 2017

April 21, 2017 XS Noize

‘Inner City Life’, the ground-breaking single from Goldie’s seminal 1994 debut album ‘Timeless’, has been remixed by Burial for an exclusive release for Record Store Day 2017. The track has been reworked by Burial, with […]

POLIÇA Announce new double A-side 7” "Lipstick Stains" / "Still Counts" for Record Store Day
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POLICA share “Lipstick Stains” + video

April 21, 2017 XS Noize

POLIÇA recently announced a brand new double A-side 7” for Record Store Day 2017. Today, they share “Lipstick Stains”. “Lipstick Stains” straddles both the dancefloor and the living room floor where you’re curled up when […]

MAXIMO PARK - instore gigs details announced 1
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MAXIMO PARK – instore gigs details announced

April 21, 2017 XS Noize

The day has finally arrived! Maximo Park’s eagerly anticipated new album ‘Risk To Exist’ is out today. The Newcastle four-piece also embarked on the first of their huge run of in-store performances yesterday to celebrate […]

Album Review: CAST - Kicking Up The Dust
Album Reviews

Album Review: CAST – Kicking Up The Dust

April 20, 2017 XS Noize

Cast first appeared in the mid 90s during the Britpop era with a string of hit singles and the classic ‘All Change’ album that became the highest selling debut album in the history of the […]

Classic Album Revisited: THE BEAT - Special Beat Service
Classic Albums

Classic Album Revisited: THE BEAT – Special Beat Service

April 20, 2017 Lori Gava

For those of us old enough to remember the early 80’s, it was an era filled with many excellent bands that were brief in their existence but left a substantial influence behind them. The Beat, […]

TEXAS Unveil Video For ‘Tell That Girl’ + UK Tour Dates in Autumn
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TEXAS Unveil Video For ‘Tell That Girl’ + UK Tour Dates in Autumn

April 19, 2017 XS Noize

Texas return with a new video to accompany their anthemic single ‘Tell That Girl’. Written and produced by Texas founders Johnny McElhone and Sharleen Spiteri with Karen Overton joining them in the studio following their […]

PARAMORE To Play Waterfront, Belfast: 16th June
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PARAMORE To Play Waterfront, Belfast: 16th June

April 19, 2017 XS Noize

Long regarded as an exhilarating live act, Paramore has spent much of the past decade-plus on the road, with highlights including sold out headline arena tours and show-stealing festival sets around the globe. Paramore has […]

GHOSTPOET Returns With New Single 'Immigrant Boogie' + UK Tour Dates
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GHOSTPOET Returns With New Single ‘Immigrant Boogie’ + UK Tour Dates

April 19, 2017 XS Noize

Immigrant Boogie marks the first new material from Ghostpoet since the release of his third and much lauded, Mercury-nominated Shedding Skin album in 2015. The track also heralds news of a full UK / Irish […]

CLIFFFS Release New Single 'Portland to Vermont' - Listen
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CLIFFFS Release New Single ‘Portland to Vermont’ – Listen

April 18, 2017 XS Noize

Dallas based musician John Dufilho describes his latest band CLIFFFS as producing “minimalist punk rock inspired songs with only three or four chords”. And that’s exactly what the band’s debut album ‘Bill, You’re Only Human’ […]

Track of the Day: CORNER SUNS - The Rattle in the Room
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: CORNER SUNS – The Rattle in the Room

April 18, 2017 XS Noize

Brandon Carr of folk-psychedelia band The Earlies and John Dufilho of experimental pop group The Apples In Stereo and indie rockers The Deathray Davies have joined forces to create Corner Suns. Combining neo-psych and baroque […]

MICHAEL HEAD (Shack, The Pale Fountains) Puts the Finshing Touches to New Album
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MICHAEL HEAD (Shack, The Pale Fountains) Puts the Finshing Touches to New Album

April 18, 2017 XS Noize

Though he is undoubtedly one of the UK’s greatest living songwriters, Michael Head may not be a name that is immediately familiar, however his influence is extensive and his music, sublime. Head formed The Pale […]

ELEPHANT STONE Release Live EP + Announce Europe Tour
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ELEPHANT STONE Release Live EP + Announce Europe Tour

April 18, 2017 XS Noize

As word continues to spread around Montreal’s ELEPHANT STONE and their captivating live performances, fans have been treated with the opportunity to enjoy this whimsical display from the comfort of their own home with their […]

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