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          Callum Beattie Unveils New Single “Pins and Needles” Ahead of Album “Indi” — Out January 23rd

          December 5, 2025

          It’s the best time to be Callum Beattie. After selling out a huge sold-out arena date at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro (a gig which saw The Scotsman describe him as “a Caledonian Sam Fender”), his 2026 live plans are upscaling too with a massive […]

          Gipsy Kings
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          Gipsy Kings Featuring Tonino Baliardo Announce New Album “Historia” — Out May 15th

          December 5, 2025

          The Grammy Award-winning Gipsy Kings and their leader/founder Tonino Baliardo broke the mould with their self-titled album back in 1987. It was a time when the US and UK charts were almost completely devoid of […]

          tom smith
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          Editors Frontman Tom Smith Brings His Solo Show to Belfast’s Mandela Hall – 6 May 2026

          December 4, 2025

          Tom Smith, the unmistakable voice of Editors, will play an intimate headline show at Mandela Hall, Belfast, on 6th May 2026. This rare solo appearance sees Smith performing a selection of brand-new material alongside reimagined […]

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          Sugar - Copper Blue
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sugar – Copper Blue: The Singles Collection

          November 28, 2025

          For fans of Sugar – and for anyone who still feels the shockwave of Copper Blue more than three decades on – Copper Blue: The Singles Collection arrives as a dream artefact. Pressed across four […]

          debdepan "Lovers & Others" EP
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          REVIEW: debdepan “Lovers & Others” EP

          November 27, 2025

          In recent years, the vibrant seaside town of Margate has evolved into a heady blend of coastal charm and DIY creativity — a place where visual artists, musicians and free-thinking makers thrive. It’s the perfect […]

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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
          Album Reviews

          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: Gary Numan Electrifies Rock City with a Powerful, Emotional Performance Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gary Numan Electrifies Rock City with a Powerful, Emotional Performance

          December 1, 2025

          Gary Numan, one of electronic music’s most enduring and influential pioneers, brought his epic live show to Nottingham’s Rock City on 25 November, and the atmosphere was nothing short of electric. Calling the venue “buzzing” […]

          Drowning Pool Ignite a Packed Rock City with a Heavy-Hitting Nottingham Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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          LIVE REVIEW: Drowning Pool Ignite a Packed Rock City with a Heavy-Hitting Nottingham Show

          November 25, 2025

          One of America’s most successful heavy rock exports, Drowning Pool descended on Nottingham’s Rock City on November 19th with a set that hit like a wrecking ball. It was one of the busiest nights the […]

        • 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// 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, […]

  • 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
          Gigs

          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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        • TAVE
          Interviews

          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 […]

          Fabrizio Cammarata
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Fabrizio Cammarata on Solitude, Connection, and the Inner Worlds of His New Album “Insularities”

          October 10, 2025

          Sicilian singer-songwriter Fabrizio Cammarata has returned with Insularities — a quietly profound exploration of connection, isolation, transformation, and memory. The record invites listeners into a space between light and shadow, where grief and love share […]

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        • Oliver Murray
          Podcast

          Oliver Murray on completing “The Beatles Anthology” and bringing Episode Nine to life | XS Noize Podcast #263

          December 4, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by acclaimed filmmaker Oliver Murray — the British writer–director redefining modern music documentary through his bold, cinematic approach. Following his 2023 short film […]

          Steve Lillywhite on the Making of “Fairytale of New York” | XS Noize Podcast #262
          Podcast

          Steve Lillywhite on Making “Fairytale of New York” with Kirsty MacColl & The Pogues | XS Noize Podcast #262

          November 30, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by legendary producer Steve Lillywhite — the Grammy-winning studio mastermind behind iconic records by U2, The Rolling Stones, Talking Heads, The Smiths, The […]

          The Altered Hours
          Podcast

          The Altered Hours: Cathal Mac Gabhann on Their Stunning New Self-Titled Album | XS Noize Podcast #261

          November 27, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by guitarist and songwriter Cathal Mac Gabhann from Cork alt-rock and shoegaze outfit The Altered Hours — one of Ireland’s most vital underground […]

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Month: March 2018

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ferals - ‘Brendan Rodgers' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Ferals – ‘Brendan Rodgers’ – Watch Now

March 30, 2018 XS Noize

Four friends making rock music in their attic sounds like the premise for a pretty good indie film, but in Belfast, it is where Shane, Danzilla, Jack and Sam formed rock band Ferals. Finding space in […]

EXCLUSIVE: VELVELA unveil debut single & video ‘PROWL’ - Watch Now
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EXCLUSIVE: VELVELA unveil debut single & video ‘PROWL’ – Watch Now

March 30, 2018 XS Noize

Leeds rock n’ roll band Velvela announce their arrival with the release of their debut single Prowl today (available on all download/streaming platforms) and a new video to accompany the track premiering here on XS […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Jjohns - 'So Alone' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: The Jjohns – ‘So Alone’ – Watch Now

March 30, 2018 XS Noize

The Jjohns (pronounced ‘Johns’) are a four piece indie/rock band formed of brothers Mik (vocals, guitar) and Dom Dunning (vocals, guitar), Ste Brannigan (bass) and Sam Burkett (drums). Today The Jjohns reveal a new video to accompany […]

Enigmatic South London artist &around Shares new tropical pop tune 'Without Your Love'
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Enigmatic South London artist &around Shares new tropical pop tune ‘Without Your Love’

March 29, 2018 XS Noize

Having been ensconced in the studio working on new material, rising South London tropical pop singer/producer/DJ &around (Sam Simon) is pleased to announce details of a brand new track ‘Without Your Love’ and follows on […]

MASTERSYSTEM reveal 'Enlightenment' – new single out today
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Mastersystem – Dance Music

March 29, 2018 Michael Barron

The story of Mastersystem began when Scottish band Frightened Rabbit recruited a couple filmmakers: The Lockey brothers (Justin Lockey (Editors lead guitar since 2012) and James Lockey (Minor Victories bass) to follow them around whilst […]

UK singer-songwriter TOM GRENNAN announces headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2
New Music

UK singer-songwriter TOM GRENNAN announces headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2

March 29, 2018 XS Noize

UK singer-songwriter Tom Grennan is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Sunday 28th October 2018. Tom’s new single ‘Sober’ is out now and his debut album ‘Lightening Matches’ is […]

REEF reveal brilliant new single ‘Revelation’ - Listen Now
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REEF reveal brilliant new single ‘Revelation’ – Listen Now

March 29, 2018 XS Noize

‘Revelation’ is the brilliant new single from Reef available now on earMUSIC. It is taken from ‘Revelation’, Reef’s first new studio album in 18 years, due for release on May 4th. Premiered on Planet Rock […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Stamos - 'Mission Impossible' - Watch Now!
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Stamos – ‘Mission Impossible’ – Watch Now!

March 29, 2018 XS Noize

New York based alternative pop singer/songwriter Stamos is pleased to announce details of a brand new track ‘Mission Impossible’ taken from his lauded debut album ‘King of Spades’ and is accompanied by visuals that portray […]

EMBRACE Release New Single 'NEVER', from New Album 'LOVE IS A BASIC NEED' - Listen Now!
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EMBRACE announce an orchestral version of their new album LOVE IS A BASIC NEED

March 29, 2018 XS Noize

Embrace have announced an orchestral version of their new album LOVE IS A BASIC NEED, which will be released through Cooking Vinyl on 29 th June. They have also announced new single All That Remains, […]

GARBAGE announce the release of the 20th anniversary reissue of iconic 1998 album 'VERSION 2.0'
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GARBAGE announce the release of the 20th anniversary reissue of iconic 1998 album ‘VERSION 2.0’

March 28, 2018 XS Noize

Garbage have announced the release of the 20th-anniversary edition of their legendary second album Version 2.0. Released on Stunvolume/[PIAS] on 22nd June, Version 2.0 has been remastered for the 20th anniversary and the package features […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Clay Priskorn - "Orange Sky" - Watch Now!
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Clay Priskorn – “Orange Sky” – Watch Now!

March 28, 2018 XS Noize

Check out today’s exclusive video premiere. “Orange Sky” is an upcoming track from rising artist Clay Priskorn. It’s a slice of twangy rock beauty, featuring gorgeous vocal melodies and a bit of a Smith Westerns […]

LEA PORCELAIN unveil new video for 'If Time Was On My Side' - Watch Now
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LEA PORCELAIN unveil new video for ‘If Time Was On My Side’ – Watch Now

March 27, 2018 XS Noize

Berlin’s post-punk heroes LEA PORCELAIN preempt the release of their brand new EP with a stunning new video for ‘If Time Was On My Side’ and a series of German dates in April. About the […]

MILES KANE Announces 16 Date UK Tour May-July
Gigs

MILES KANE Announces 16 Date UK Tour May-July

March 27, 2018 XS Noize

Known for his exhilarating live shows, Miles Kane is back where he belongs, on the road playing 16 unmissable headline shows this summer including two shows at The Moth Club May 28th and 29th. ‘It’s […]

COLOUR Announce First London Show of 2018
The Listening Post

COLOUR release final track from their EP ‘The Famous Boy Making Things’ – Listen Now!

March 27, 2018 XS Noize

COLOUR release the fourth and final track form their EP ‘The Famous Boy Making Things’. ‘Chains’ is an Arcade Fire / Bowie-influenced song that features COLOUR’s now trademark guitar sound. The lyrics follow the story […]

SUPERGRASS' DANNY GOFFEY announces new album 'Schtick!' & own festival 1
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SUPERGRASS’ DANNY GOFFEY announces new album ‘Schtick!’ & own festival

March 27, 2018 XS Noize

Behold! Supergrass hero Danny Goffey announces the release of his new album ‘Schtick!’ released June 22nd on Distiller Records. To celebrate the release, Danny will host Goffstonbury, his own festival and Glastonbury placeholder, at his […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB release new single 'You Opened Up My Heart' - Listen Now!
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB – Reveal ‘You Opened Up My Heart’ Video

March 27, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester four-piece THE SLOW READERS CLUB have revealed the video for their atmospheric new single, ‘You Opened Up My Heart’, taken from their upcoming album Build A Tower, out May 4th via Modern Sky. An […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Decemberists - 'I’ll Be Your Girl'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Decemberists – ‘I’ll Be Your Girl’

March 26, 2018 Lori Gava

The Decemberists new release, “I’ll Be Your Girl” evinces a notable departure from their trademark Folk infused Alternative sound. Their eighth album released on March 16th follows their remarkable 2015 release “What a Terrible World, […]

Alt-rockers WELSHLY ARMS Unveil debut album ‘No Place Is Home’ due 8th June + New track ‘Sanctuary’ - Listen
Gigs

Alt-rockers WELSHLY ARMS Unveil debut album ‘No Place Is Home’ due 8th June + New track ‘Sanctuary’ – Listen

March 26, 2018 XS Noize

Having been ensconced in the studio working on their debut album ‘No Place Is Home’ due this June, Cleveland based six-piece blues and gospel influenced alternative band Welshly Arms preempt the release with a brand […]

RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS announce SSE ARENA BELFAST SHOW Friday 1st March 2019 & Derry on Feb 28th 2019
Gigs

RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS announce SSE ARENA BELFAST SHOW Friday 1st March 2019 & Derry on Feb 28th 2019

March 26, 2018 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT Belfast show earlier this year, Global sensation The Red Hot Chilli Pipers announce their World Tour which comes to Belfast’s SSE Arena on Friday, March 01st 2019. There has never been […]

GIRLS NAMES announce new album 'Stains on Silence' & live dates. 1
Gigs

GIRLS NAMES announce new album ‘Stains on Silence’ & live dates.

March 26, 2018 XS Noize

Belfast’s Girls Names have confirmed details of their new album and shared the opening track, along with accompanying live dates. ‘Stains on Silence’, the band’s fourth LP, will be released on June 15th via Tough […]

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