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          Hothouse Flowers Announced as Headliners for Belfast Maritime Festival – Saturday 6th September

          August 20, 2025

          Belfast Maritime Festival returns on the 6th-7th September with a brand-new addition to its programme- an evening music gig. In an exciting first for the festival, legendary Irish rock band Hothouse Flowers will headline the […]

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          Grammy-Winning Star Cam Announces ‘The Slow Down Tour’ With Dates In Glasgow, Belfast, Manchester, Birmingham & London

          August 19, 2025

          Today, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Cam has announced a headline tour through the US, UK, and EU, dubbed The Slow Down Tour. The US dates kick off on October 20th at The Gramercy Theatre in NY, making stops in Chicago, Nashville, […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Eve Adams – American Dust
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Eve Adams – American Dust

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          On American Dust, Eve Adams draws inspiration from her years living in the high desert of California—a landscape where wind and sand coat everything in a veil of history. “The same swirling dust that clung […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nova Twins - Parasites & Butterflies
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nova Twins – Parasites & Butterflies

          August 20, 2025

          Following the breakout success of their aptly named sophomore album Supernova (2022), Nova Twins — Amy Love and Georgia South — found themselves facing a new kind of pressure. “We had to figure out a […]

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          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N – Esther Yi

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          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
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          ‘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 […]

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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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          Chase & Status
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          LIVE REVIEW: Chase & Status – All Points East, Victoria Park

          August 18, 2025

          Dance and electronic music have steadily carved out their place at Victoria Park, and All Points East 2025 proved no exception. Following on from LCD Soundsystem’s 2024 showcase, which paired them with acts like Joy […]

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          LIVE REVIEW: Ferocious Dog at The Fire Station, Sunderland

          August 18, 2025

          The Fire Station in Sunderland has been running a season of outdoor performances called ‘Summer Parties’ throughout August. Think of it as a festival across a month instead of lots of performers in one day. […]

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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 […]

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          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, […]

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        • 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 […]

          Tokio Hotel
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          Everything you need to know about seeing Tokio Hotel perform in London

          August 16, 2025

          Get ready for an electrifying performance as the German rock band Tokio Hotel will begin their 2026 global run with a show at the iconic OVO Hydro Arena in London. Tokio Hotel is a German […]

          Lady Gaga
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          Possible setlist for Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball Tour show in London

          August 13, 2025

          The enigmatic Lady Gaga is redefining the art of live performance with her highly anticipated Mayhem Ball Tour which began in July 2025. This is her first arena tour since 2018, bringing a theatrical, gothic-inspired […]

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        • Asha Maclean
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          INTERVIEW: Asha Maclean on Her Single “Yoga,” Creative Roots, and Staying True to Herself

          June 25, 2025

          Asha Maclean grew up in a deeply creative household, so it’s little surprise that she emerged as a multitalented artist in her own right. Immersed in music and dance from a young age, she first […]

          DURAN DURAN
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          INTERVIEW: Roger Taylor on the Rhythm of Duran Duran: Hits, Influences & Life on the Road

          June 19, 2025

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          Stephen Moore
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          INTERVIEW: Stephen Moore on Post Death Soundtrack’s New Album & HE IS ME

          June 12, 2025

          Post Death Soundtrack, the musical project of Stephen Moore, recently unveiled his fifth album, IN ALL MY NIGHTMARES I AM ALONE, a 30-track collection of songs ranging across the stylistic spectrum, including rock, Gothic rock, […]

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        • Matt Berninger (The National) on His New Solo Album ‘Get Sunk’ | XS Noize Podcast #241
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          The National’s Matt Berninger on His New Solo Album ‘Get Sunk’ & European Tour | XS Noize Podcast #241

          August 20, 2025

          In Episode #241 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with Matt Berninger — frontman of The National and acclaimed solo artist — about his brand-new album Get Sunk. Best known for his […]

          The Subways
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          The Subways: 20 Years of ‘Young For Eternity’ & What’s Next | XS Noize Podcast #240

          August 13, 2025

          In Episode #240 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Billy Lunn and Charlotte Cooper,  from The Subways, to mark the 20th anniversary of their debut album Young For Eternity and the […]

          XS Noize Podcast #239 – Bob Stanley on Saint Etienne’s final album International
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          Bob Stanley on Saint Etienne’s Final Album “International” and 30 Years of Music | XS Noize Podcast #239

          August 6, 2025

          In Episode #239 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Bob Stanley from Saint Etienne to discuss the legendary band’s 13th and final album, International. For over 30 years, Saint Etienne have […]

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JAMES announce new album “LIVING IN EXTRAORDINARY TIMES” released on 3rd August
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JAMES announce new album “LIVING IN EXTRAORDINARY TIMES” released on 3rd August

May 16, 2018 XS Noize

James has announced the release of their new album Living In Extraordinary Times. Released on 3rd August, the album is produced by Mercury and Brit Award winner Charlie Andrew (whose previous work includes alt-J and […]

ALL OUR EXES LIVE IN TEXAS Announce Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday 31st July 2018
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ALL OUR EXES LIVE IN TEXAS Announce Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday 31st July 2018

May 16, 2018 XS Noize

ARIA Award-winning indie-folk band, All Our Exes Live in Texas, are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday 31st July 2018. All Our Exes Live in Texas is a fantasy draft […]

MELODY'S ECHO CHAMBER shares "Desert Horse" - Listen Now 1
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MELODY’S ECHO CHAMBER shares “Desert Horse” – Listen Now

May 16, 2018 XS Noize

Bon Voyage, the expansive new album from Melody’s Echo Chamber (aka Melody Prochet) lands on our shores on June 15th. Having previously shared ” Breathe In, Breathe Out”, Prochet is pleased to unveil perhaps the […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Mishka Shubaly - 'Destructible' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Mishka Shubaly – ‘Destructible’ – Watch Now

May 16, 2018 XS Noize

When We Were Animals is the new full-length album from singer, songwriter, bestselling Kindle Singles author and storyteller Mishka Shubaly, due June 2nd, (vinyl, CD and digital) on Widemouth Records. Special guests including Cait O’Riordan […]

YEARS & YEARS premiere video for 'If You're Over Me' - Watch Now
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YEARS & YEARS premiere video for ‘If You’re Over Me’ – Watch Now

May 15, 2018 XS Noize

Years & Years have shared a new video for ‘If You’re Over Me’, the new single from the highly anticipated second album ‘Palo Santo’ (which will be released on Polydor Records on July 6th). Teased […]

THE CORAL announce new album 'Move Through The Dawn' to be released August 17th
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THE CORAL announce headline UK tour, October 2018

May 15, 2018 XS Noize

Having recently supported Manic Street Preachers on their Arena tour, The Coral announce a UK headline tour in October following the release of their new album ‘Move Through The Dawn’. The influential Hoylake band’s first […]

FREYA RIDINGS announces headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Tuesday 23rd October
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FREYA RIDINGS announces headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Tuesday 23rd October

May 15, 2018 XS Noize

Singer-songwriter Freya Ridings is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Tuesday 23rd October 2018. Following the success of her single ‘Lost Without You’, which has now surpassed 13 million […]

THE CLASSIC KIDS unveil video for new single ‘Better Days’ - Watch Now
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THE CLASSIC KIDS unveil video for new single ‘Better Days’ – Watch Now

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

Meet The Classic Kids, a supremely infectious foursome with the most appropriate name. Formed in 2013 in Brooklyn New York, The Classic Kids is comprised of Eric James (Bass/Vocals), Matty Boy (Guitar/Vocals), Max Dean (Guitar) […]

LVVRS unveil debut club ready single ‘Wild Heart’ - Listen Now
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LVVRS unveil debut club ready single ‘Wild Heart’ – Listen Now

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

‘Wild Heart’ is the debut single from a hot new LA group. They’re called LVVRS (pronounced Lovers), and make lush, driving pop-rock that has the grandiose, wide-screen appeal of Imagine Dragons, combined with the hook-laden […]

THE WEDDING PRESENT announce (TOMMY 30TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW) @ The Limelight 2, Belfast, Thursday 26th July
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THE WEDDING PRESENT announce (TOMMY 30TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW) @ The Limelight 2, Belfast, Thursday 26th July

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

British indie-rock group The Wedding Present are pleased to announce a Belfast headline show to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the release of their first singles collection, Tommy at The Limelight 2 on Thursday 26th […]

ARCTIC MONKEYS Share Music Video for New Single 'Four Out Of Five'
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ARCTIC MONKEYS Share Music Video for New Single ‘Four Out Of Five’

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

Arctic Monkeys have launched their new single ‘ Four Out Of Five ‘ today. The video for the song was directed by Ben Chappell and Aaron Brown and was primarily shot on location at Castle […]

PSYCH ICONS: An Exhibition by DUNSTAN DOODLES Foundation Coffee House, Manchester – Thursday 10th May
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PSYCH ICONS: An Exhibition by DUNSTAN DOODLES Foundation Coffee House, Manchester – Thursday 10th May

May 14, 2018 Sandra Blemster

The first time I came across Dunstan Doodles’ work (aka Dunstan Carter) was last March when I reviewed the Grafters OV Denton EP for XS Noize. The cover featured a picture of a boy with […]

IN FOCUS// We Are Scientists - The Perch - Rooftop Bar, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// We Are Scientists – The Perch – Rooftop Bar, Belfast

May 14, 2018 Clair McAllister

We caught up with We Are Scientists for a short shoot in The Perch, before their headline show at The Limelight II in Belfast, 11/05/18.     WE ARE SCIENTISTS TOUR DATES   June 13   […]

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Obituary: Scott Hutchison – musician and founder of Frightened Rabbit

May 14, 2018 Michael Barron

On Wednesday 9th May 2018, it was revealed to the press that Scott Hutchison, lead singer for and founder of Frightened Rabbit had been reported missing. On 10th May 2018, it was confirmed that Scott […]

SUPERGRASS' DANNY GOFFEY announces new album 'Schtick!' & own festival 1
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Supergrass’ DANNY GOFFEY releases ‘Sick Holiday’ + announces Goffstonbury lineup

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

Today, Danny Goffey releases ‘Sick Holiday’, the latest single from his new album ‘Schtick!’ released June 22nd on Distiller Records. He has also announced the lineup for Goffstonbury, his own Glastonbury-placeholder festival taking place at […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB release new single 'You Opened Up My Heart' - Listen Now!
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB enter UK Top 20 with new album ‘Build A Tower’

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

The Slow Readers Club are celebrating their Top 20 chart debut with their new album Build A Tower, which went straight into the Official UK album chart at number 18 on, no.10 in the physical […]

SLAYER kicks off final tour at Dublin's 3ARENA on November 1st
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SLAYER kicks off final tour at Dublin’s 3ARENA on November 1st

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Having made some of the most brutally aggressive music ever created, being one of four bands that defined an entire musical genre and the band other heavy acts are measured against and aspire to…after nearly […]

Spanish post-metallers F/E/A unleash a brand new video 'PL5' - Watch Now
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Spanish post-metallers F/E/A unleash a brand new video ‘PL5’ – Watch Now

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Spanish post-metallers F/E/A (Forces Elèctriques d’Andorra) unleash a brand new video ‘PL5’ via Primavera Sound’s label El Segell. They say: “‘PL5’ was one of the first songs we composed for the album and is one […]

COURTNEY BARNETT shares ‘Sunday Roast’ - Watch Video
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COURTNEY BARNETT shares ‘Sunday Roast’ – Watch Video

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Today Courtney Barnett shares ‘Sunday Roast’, the fourth single from her highly anticipated album “Tell Me How You Really Feel” which is released next Friday. ‘Sunday Roast’ (which was given a very special limited release […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Hillsburn - 'Sun Ought To Shine' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Hillsburn – ‘Sun Ought To Shine’ – Watch Now

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Canadian indie-rock band Hillsburn follow up the recent UK release of their second album, The Wilder Beyond, with a video for the Motown-inspired ‘Sun Ought To Shine.’ The ballad’s soaring vocals form a dramatic backdrop […]

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