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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
          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
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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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Twin Atlantic announce a new UK tour for 2017
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Twin Atlantic announce a new UK tour for 2017

February 22, 2017 XS Noize

One of UK’s most exciting bands Twin Atlantic announce a new UK tour taking their critically acclaimed live show to UK cities they have not been to in years. The tour begins in Aberdeen on […]

Cayetana share "Mesa" video, + announce new album 'New Kind Of Normal'
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Cayetana share “Mesa” video, + announce new album ‘New Kind Of Normal’

February 22, 2017 XS Noize

Cayetana has shared “Mesa,” the lead single from their new album, New Kind Of Normal. Cayetana is self-releasing New Kind Of Normal, the follow up to their critically acclaimed debut, on their new label Plum […]

Jamiroquai - Reveal Cloud 9 Video (co-starring Monica Cruz) - WATCH
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Jamiroquai – Reveal Cloud 9 Video (co-starring Monica Cruz) – WATCH

February 22, 2017 XS Noize

Continuing the incredible momentum of their return, global superstars Jamiroquai officially release the video for ‘Cloud 9’, their debut single from eighth studio album ‘Automaton’. Shot in Almeria Spain with Automaton director Charlie Lightening and […]

Track of the Day: Sweet White - ‘Lovers’
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Track of the Day: Sweet White – ‘Lovers’

February 22, 2017 XS Noize

Sweet White return with new single ‘Lovers’ following the brilliant success of EP Monet’ and stand alone single ‘Genine’. Produced by Sweet White drummer Shaun Wilson, Lovers, in it’s 4 minutes and 20 seconds, sees […]

Elliott Smith - Either/Or  20th Anniversary edition out March 10th - Listen to unreleased tracks
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Elliott Smith – Either/Or 20th Anniversary edition out March 10th – Listen to unreleased tracks

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

To commemorate the 20th Anniversary of Elliott Smith’s best-selling and greatly beloved album, Either/Or, UMC are releasing Either/Or: Expanded Edition, on March 10th on 2CD and digital, with a 2LP following on May 19th. Either/Or: […]

Broken Social Scene announce european tour dates
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Broken Social Scene announce european tour dates

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

Having made an explosive return to the live arena at the end of last summer with acclaimed performances at Electric Picnic, Festival No.6 and End Of The Road, and currently putting the finishing touches to […]

CITY AND COLOUR - announces new single 'Wasted Love' - Watch video
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City and Colour Announces Additional 2017 US Tour Dates

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

City and Colour, acclaimed singer, songwriter and performer Dallas Green, has announced an additional run of USA tour, in support of his latest album If I Should Go Before You. The tour begins in Akron, […]

Car Seat Headrest Announces Mammoth Tour
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CAR SEAT HEADREST announce UK summer live dates

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

2016 proved to be a breakout year for Seattle wunderkind Will Toledo. Under the aegis of Car Seat Headrest, he signed to Matador and promptly released “Teens Of Denial”, which went on to become one […]

BRITISH SEA POWER Announce 'Let The Dancers Inherit The Party'
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BRITISH SEA POWER Reveal ‘Keep On Trying (Sechs Freunde)’- LISTEN

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

British Sea Power have announced the second track to be taken from their forthcoming album Let The Dancers Inherit The Party (March 31st). Keep On Trying (Sechs Freunde) is a mighty, middle-of-the-dancefloor paean to perseverance; […]

Jesus Jones confirm new album details
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Jesus Jones confirm new album details

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

Jesus Jones have confirmed details of their new album ‘Passages’, due for release in June 2017. ‘Passages’ is the sixth Jesus Jones album and their first since ‘London’ was released back in 2001. Despite never […]

London band Hunck share video for their brand new single 'Little Woman' - LISTEN
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London band Hunck share video for their brand new single ‘Little Woman’ – LISTEN

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

London band Hunck have shared the video for their brand new single ‘Little Woman’, out on the 24th February on Rex Records. As the world swiftly accelerates into a new era of anti-intellectual and aggressively […]

Tall Ships debut video for 'Petrichor' - WATCH
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Tall Ships debut video for ‘Petrichor’ – WATCH

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

Today, Brighton’s Tall Ships present the video for ‘Petrichor’, the latest single from their much anticipated second album Impressions, arriving March 31st via FatCat Records. ‘Petrichor’ serves as one of Impressions’ greatest peaks, a hands-raised-aloft […]

The Pale White unveil their debut single ‘Reaction’ - LISTEN
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The Pale White unveil their debut single ‘Reaction’ – LISTEN

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

The emerging Newcastle trio The Pale White released their debut single ‘Reaction’ on Ignition 45’s at the end of January. Since it’s release it’s clocked up over 115k streams on Spotify, has been added to […]

Edinburgh-based artist Mt. Doubt teams up with Dunfermline rockers Foreignfox for the release of AA-side single Tourists
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Edinburgh-based artist Mt. Doubt teams up with Dunfermline rockers Foreignfox for the release of AA-side single Tourists

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

Edinburgh-based artist Mt. Doubt aka Leo Bargery has teamed up with Dunfermline rockers Foreignfox for the release of AA-side single Tourists / Lights Off, Carry Me Home, out on 31st March 2017 via Scottish Fiction. […]

VUKOVI share new single 'Weirdo' - LISTEN
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VUKOVI share new single ‘Weirdo’ – LISTEN

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

With frontwoman Janine Shilstone hailed as one of Kerrang!’s 50 Greatest Rock Stars this week, Vukovi today reveal their explosive new single ‘Weirdo’, taken from their forthcoming self-titled debut album due for release March 10th […]

Track of the Day: Polo - 'Soak'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Polo – ‘Soak’

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

POLO recently announced details of their debut EP Alice, set for release on 10th March through AWAL. Today, they share its second single, the slow-building and atmospheric “Soak,” which serves as an introspective look at […]

Album Review: Ryan Adams - Prisoner
Album Reviews

Album Review: Ryan Adams – Prisoner

February 21, 2017 Clair McAllister

It’s been 2 years since the ex-Whiskeytown maestro Ryan Adams last released a record, in the form of a full length ungraciously received Taylor Swift cover, so it will, no doubt, grant peace of mind […]

LUNCH LADIES unveil dreamy new track "Love Is Overrated" - LISTEN
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LUNCH LADIES unveil dreamy new track “Love Is Overrated” – LISTEN

February 20, 2017 XS Noize

NJ-based dream-pop band Lunch Ladies are now sharing, “Love Is Overrated,” the second single off of their forthcoming debut LP, Down on Sunset Strip. The track premiered over at Hello Giggles, where Cynthia Rittenbach (vox, […]

Track of the Day:  Club Drive - “Spare Time”
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Club Drive – “Spare Time”

February 20, 2017 Amanda Stock

Previously featured on XS Noize, British pop band Club Drive have released their brand new single Spare Time, which is out now on NUA Entertainment. ‘Spare Time’ follows the 2016 release of their debut EP […]

Lana Del Rey premieres the video to her new track "LOVE" - WATCH
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Lana Del Rey premieres the video to her new track “LOVE” – WATCH

February 20, 2017 XS Noize

Lana Del Rey has premiered the video to her new track “LOVE” today. The video was directed by Rich Lee. ‘LOVE’ is the first track to be taken from her forthcoming album, which is due […]

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