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          Sugar - Copper Blue
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          debdepan "Lovers & Others" EP
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          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes
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          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes

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          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 26: Looking back at the orphan child in U2’s discography

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          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 […]

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

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          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 […]

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          November 19, 2025

          With three UK number-one albums, a string of major hits, and—impressively—their original core line-up still intact since forming in 2010, now seems the perfect moment for Bastille to take stock of everything they’ve built.  Their […]

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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
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          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 […]

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          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square © Bernie McAllister
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          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
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          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, […]

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          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 […]

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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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          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 […]

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

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          Roland Gift of Fine Young Cannibals
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          Roland Gift on 40 Years of Fine Young Cannibals & His New Christmas Single | XS Noize Podcast #259

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Month: April 2018

BRAND NEW FRIEND release new single ‘SEATBELTS FOR AEROPLANES’ - Listen Now!
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Belfast band BRAND NEW FRIEND named as SNOW PATROL support for Irish tour

April 10, 2018 XS Noize

Fresh from a UK tour with Pretty Vicious and Irish dates with Feeder, BRAND NEW FRIEND release the title track of their forthcoming debut album,’ SEATBELTS FOR AEROPLANES’. The band have also been confirmed for […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Mike Spine - 'Delirious' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Mike Spine – ‘Delirious’ – Listen Now

April 10, 2018 XS Noize

Mike Spine is a critically acclaimed Seattle born and Seattle/Europe based musician known for his captivating live performances, intelligent songwriting and support of humanitarian issues. He has played hundreds of shows on five continents since […]

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Ards International Guitar Festival 2018 Begins On Wednesday

April 9, 2018 XS Noize

The Ards International Guitar Festival 2018 starts this week and this year’s line-up does not disappoint. With an eclectic mix of brilliant local talent and international artists, this year’s festival is packed with events ranging […]

AUGUST WELLS unveil new single 'Nothing Like Love' - Watch Video
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AUGUST WELLS unveil new single ‘Nothing Like Love’ – Watch Video

April 9, 2018 XS Noize

August Wells make a warped soulful return to Irish airwaves this April, with the release of ‘Nothing Like Love’, the first single to be taken from their forthcoming third album. Ken Griffin and John Rauchenberger’s […]

HELLO CASANOVA are back with new single, ‘Childhood Love’ - Watch Now!
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HELLO CASANOVA are back with new single, ‘Childhood Love’ – Watch Now!

April 9, 2018 XS Noize

Armagh/Belfast based pop-rock band, ‘Hello Casanova’ is back with, ‘Childhood Love’! A bouncy, anthemic and contagious number from their debut 7 track album, ‘Daughter’. Hello Casanova are Matt Irwin (guitar and vocals), Ethan Williamson (guitar […]

novelist REINHARD KLEIST is coming to London to promote his latest book 'Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds: An Art Book'
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novelist REINHARD KLEIST is coming to London to promote his latest book ‘Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds: An Art Book’

April 9, 2018 XS Noize

REINHARD KLEIST, INTERNATIONALLY RENOWNED ARTIST AND GRAPHIC BIOGRAPHER OF NICK CAVE AND JOHNNY CASH BOOK’ SIGNINGS IN LONDON, SATURDAY 14TH APRIL WITH LIVE MUSICAL ACCOMPANIMENT FROM SINGER/SONGWRITER GRIS-DE-LIN. Award-winning graphic novelist Reinhard Kleist is coming […]

ARCTIC MONKEYS Announce New Album 'Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino' - Watch Trailer 1
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ARCTIC MONKEYS announce Dublin 3ARENA date

April 9, 2018 XS Noize

Following news of their forthcoming album ‘Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino’, which will be released on Friday the 11th of May, Arctic Monkeys today announce a number of arena shows including a date at 3Arena […]

ALBUM REVIEW:  EELS – 'The Deconstruction'
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ALBUM REVIEW: EELS – ‘The Deconstruction’

April 9, 2018 Sandra Blemster

I’ve always had a soft spot for Eels ever since Susan’s House blasted out from the radio back in 1996. Taken from the wonderfully quirky and plaintive album Beautiful Freak I’ve loved their off-beat, emotionally […]

THE MAGIC NUMBERS Share new single ‘Ride Against The Wind’ - Listen
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THE MAGIC NUMBERS Share new single ‘Ride Against The Wind’ – Listen

April 8, 2018 XS Noize

I never wanted to be a part of anything, the cool kids at school, the pretend outlaws. I was always an outsider, we’ve always been an outsider band. We don’t fit in, never have and […]

JOHNNY MARR Announces New Album 'CALL THE COMET' To Be Released June 15th 3
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JOHNNY MARR Announces New Album ‘CALL THE COMET’ To Be Released June 15th

April 8, 2018 XS Noize

The Smiths ’ guitar legend and NME Godlike Genius Award -winner, Johnny Marr, has announced a third solo album, Call The Comet to be released June 15th. From the 12-track collection, he shares ” The […]

IN FOCUS// George Ezra @ Brixton Academy 8
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IN FOCUS// George Ezra @ Brixton Academy

April 8, 2018 Helen Russell

Check out Helen Russell’s photos from George Ezra’s SOLD OUT gig at Brixton Academy on Tuesday, April 3rd. The crowd rocked Brixton and hung to George’s every word. Setlist: Intro (Soul Bossa Nova) Cassy O’ […]

ORANJ SON release new single: 'Radio Wires' - Listen
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ORANJ SON release new single: ‘Radio Wires’ – Listen

April 8, 2018 XS Noize

Ellesmere Port synth-punk trio. Brothers Kieran and Matthew Linford and Patrick Cummins. Drawing influences from the likes of New Order, the Jesus & Mary Chain, Air, Suicide and The Teardrop Explodes. Described by Phil Taggart […]

KOALA to release brilliant new single 'Pick Up The Pieces' / May 25th - Listen 1
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KOALA to release brilliant new single ‘Pick Up The Pieces’ / May 25th – Listen

April 6, 2018 XS Noize

Koala is a four piece Indie band from southern England who draws influence from bands like Two Door Cinema Club and Foals to create a fusion that has yet to be heard. The strong, piercing […]

NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce David Holmes produced third album. 'WHO BUILT THE MOON?', plus spring 2018 UK & Irish arena tour 1
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release brand new single ‘She Taught Me How To Fly’ – watch the video here

April 6, 2018 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds announce new single ‘She Taught Me How to Fly’ – the third to be taken from the Number 1 album ‘Who Built the Moon?’. The single is released on 12″ […]

MARTIN SEXTON announces headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 Friday 2nd November 2018
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MARTIN SEXTON announces headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 Friday 2nd November 2018

April 6, 2018 XS Noize

American singer-songwriter Martin Sexton is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Friday 02nd November 2018. In 2018 Martin is touring in support of his ninth studio release Mixtape of […]

MANIC STREET PREACHERS share new song 'Liverpool Revisited' - Listen
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MANIC STREET PREACHERS share new song ‘Liverpool Revisited’ – Listen

April 6, 2018 XS Noize

Manic Street Preachers Share Final Track Before Album Release Next Week. “The title ‘Resistance is Futile’ and the cover image just fit together perfectly. The sleeve is a vintage photograph of one of the last […]

MIDDLE KIDS Announce debut album 'Lost Friends' - check out first single 'MISTAKE'
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MIDDLE KIDS – Share New Single “On My Knees” from New Album “Lost Friends” – Listen

April 5, 2018 XS Noize

Australian trio Middle Kids will release their debut album Lost Friends next month, and today they share new single “On My Knees”. The band explain the track is “about rejecting the value system of the […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Preoccupations - 'New Material'
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ALBUM REVIEW: Preoccupations – ‘New Material’

April 5, 2018 Lori Gava

A number of indie aficionados are familiar with the contretemps the Canadian band Preoccupations encountered with their original band name Viet Cong. After the release of their critically acclaimed debut album in 2014, the band […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Frankie Cosmos - 'Vessel'
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ALBUM REVIEW: Frankie Cosmos – ‘Vessel’

April 5, 2018 Marcus Millar

“Vessel” is the new album from established New York Twee outfit Frankie Cosmos and their first on famed Indie label Sub Pop. While “Vessel” might just be the band’s most instrumentally refined album yet, it doesn’t […]

ARCTIC MONKEYS Announce New Album 'Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino' - Watch Trailer 1
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ARCTIC MONKEYS Announce New Album ‘Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino’ – Watch Trailer

April 5, 2018 XS Noize

Arctic Monkeys return with their sixth album, entitled Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino on Friday May 11, 2018. Produced by James Ford and Alex Turner, the album was recorded in Los Angeles, Paris and London. […]

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