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        • Paul McCartney Announces New Album "The Boys of Dungeon Lane" — Shares New Song “Days We Left Behind”
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          Paul McCartney Announces New Album “The Boys of Dungeon Lane” — Shares New Song “Days We Left Behind”

          March 26, 2026

          The Boys of Dungeon Lane is not only the first new solo album to be released by Paul McCartney in over five years; it is a collection of rare and revealing glimpses into memories never-before shared along with […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall
          News

          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall

          March 26, 2026

          Mogwai felt like a natural fit to follow Elbow in launching the 2026 run of Teenage Cancer Trust shows at the Royal Albert Hall. It also marked a full-circle moment — the Scottish band first […]

          Eagles of Death Metal
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          Eagles of Death Metal Announce ‘Death By Sexy’ 20th Anniversary Tour with Belfast Limelight Date

          March 26, 2026

          Classic rock band Eagles of Death Metal will hit the road in support of the 20th anniversary of its seminal album “Death By Sexy,” performing the classic release in full as well its greatest hits […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols – Pin Ups

          March 25, 2026

          There’s long been a subtle rebellious streak at the core of The Dandy Warhols. Since emerging from Portland in 1994, they’ve approached genres as something fluid rather than fixed, and Pin Ups – their 2026 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad - It’s the Long Goodbye
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

          March 24, 2026

          It’s been seven years since The Twilight Sad released It Won’t Be Like This All the Time — a record that cemented their place as one of the most emotionally direct and sonically powerful bands […]

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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: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall
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          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall

          March 26, 2026

          Mogwai felt like a natural fit to follow Elbow in launching the 2026 run of Teenage Cancer Trust shows at the Royal Albert Hall. It also marked a full-circle moment — the Scottish band first […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Elbow Deliver Emotional Triumph at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Elbow Deliver Emotional Triumph at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show

          March 24, 2026

          There’s something unique about a Teenage Cancer Trust show at the Royal Albert Hall — a combination of the venue’s grandeur, the passion of the audience, and the commitment of the artists means there’s never […]

        • 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// 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
        • Dexys Midnight Runners
          Gigs

          Dexys Midnight Runners Return With First UK & Ireland Tour Since 2003

          March 24, 2026

          Dexys Midnight Runners have announced a UK and Ireland tour set to kick off this October. The run of dates marks the first time the band, fronted by Kevin Rowland, have toured under the Dexys […]

          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 […]

  • Interviews
        • Elles Bailey
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Elles Bailey on the Story Behind ‘Can’t Take My Story Away’

          March 9, 2026

          Singer-songwriter Elles Bailey released her latest album, Can’t Take My Story Away, at the beginning of this year. Produced by Luke Potashnick, the album is deeply personal and quietly powerful—rooted in resilience, reflection, and self-ownership. […]

          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
          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • Scouting For Girls
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          Scouting For Girls’ Roy Stride on ‘These Are The Good Days’ and finding joy in the present | XS Noize Podcast #277

          March 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Roy Stride — frontman, songwriter and driving force behind Scouting For Girls — to talk about the band’s uplifting new album These […]

          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on Grief, Mental Health & ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276
          Podcast

          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276

          March 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with James Graham and Andy MacFarlane — the creative core of The Twilight Sad — to talk about their powerful sixth album It’s […]

          Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
          Podcast

          Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275

          March 11, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Damon Minchella — founder of Ocean Colour Scene, longtime bass player for Paul Weller, and collaborator with Richard Ashcroft — to talk […]

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IDLES - Announce new album 'Joy As An Act of Resistance' + World Tour Dates 1
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IDLES – Announce new album ‘Joy As An Act of Resistance’ + World Tour Dates

June 5, 2018 XS Noize

Bristol 5-piece IDLES (“the UK’s best punk band” – The Guardian) have confirmed details for their anticipated second LP – ‘Joy as an Act of Resistance.’ will be out August 31st via Partisan Records. IDLES […]

SUEDE Release video for their new track 'The Invisibles' - Watch Now
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SUEDE Release video for their new track ‘The Invisibles’ – Watch Now

June 5, 2018 XS Noize

Suede has today shared a video for their new track The Invisibles. The song is the first music to be heard from the band’s upcoming, eighth album The Blue Hour, which is released on 21st […]

BECK has reunited with U2 to remix "Love Is Bigger Than Anything In Its Way" - Listen Now
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BECK has reunited with U2 to remix “Love Is Bigger Than Anything In Its Way” – Listen Now

June 4, 2018 XS Noize

Beck has reunited with U2 to remix another track from the band’s international #1 album, Songs of Experience (Interscope). This time, current single “Love Is Bigger Than Anything In Its Way” gets the Beck remix […]

PREOCCUPATIONS Release Video For "Decompose" - Watch Now
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PREOCCUPATIONS Release Video For “Decompose” – Watch Now

June 4, 2018 XS Noize

Preoccupations today release a live video for the song “Decompose” which was filmed at the legendary Horseshoe Tavern in Toronto. Directed by Evan Henderson and shot on film which had been boiled for 2 weeks […]

PALE WAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Elmwood Hall on Friday 5th October
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PALE WAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Elmwood Hall on Friday 5th October

June 4, 2018 XS Noize

The UK’s hottest band, Pale Waves have announced a huge Belfast headline show at Elmwood Hall on Friday 05th October 2018. Fresh after the release of new single ‘Kiss’ and a sold-out night at London’s […]

Listen to 'Stop This War' the New single by AT PAVILLON
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Listen to ‘Stop This War’ the New single by AT PAVILLON

June 4, 2018 XS Noize

“Time to stop this war, I’m too tired” Mwita Matar sings, underlined by the cool sound of Austria’s most talented current English speaking Indie Pop band. At Pavillon, the four romantic rebels, with their smooth […]

Listen to 'My Protocol' the New Single By ZURICH
The Listening Post

Listen to ‘My Protocol’ the New Single By ZURICH

June 4, 2018 XS Noize

Zurich is an Alt-Rock band from Oxford who plays Widescreen Post Punk Rock with a nod to the darker side of 80s Electronic Pop. Earning an impressive live reputation with comparisons to bands such as […]

Stockholm based five-piece THE SCRAGS to release their second album 'Anything' in June
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Stockholm based five-piece THE SCRAGS to release their second album ‘Anything’ in June

June 4, 2018 XS Noize

Welcome to the wonderful, twisted world of Stockholm based five-piece The Scrags who are just about to release their second album ‘Anything’ on Canadian Indie label The Grizzlar. The album is an energetic mix of […]

PARTISAN Unveil Video for New single Release 'Oxygen' - Watch Now
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PARTISAN Unveil Video for New single Release ‘Oxygen’ – Watch Now

June 4, 2018 XS Noize

Partisan formed in Manchester, UK, early 2013. As the name implies they are passionate about their cause, which is to inject some authentic rock into the limelight, as serious contenders to pick up the music […]

CLASSIC ALBUM REVISITED: Michael Penn - March
Classic Albums

CLASSIC ALBUM REVISITED: Michael Penn – March

June 4, 2018 Lori Gava

Many music enthusiasts have those albums that gather dust and go forgotten through no fault of the performer. Those same recordings have the magic ability to instantly transport the listener back in time. Michael Penn’s […]

BLACK SEDAN Unveil the Video for 'Love on Love' From Forthcoming album 'Adventure Lit Their Star'
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BLACK SEDAN Unveil the Video for ‘Love on Love’ From Forthcoming album ‘Adventure Lit Their Star’

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

Black Sedan is a collective of musicians rallied by the journalist/author/publisher, Mark Hodkinson. Mark began the project two years ago. He explains the name. ‘‘When I was growing up, there was a record shop in […]

ROTTEN HILL GANG Release New album 'Teach Peace' in July - Listen to Track
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ROTTEN HILL GANG Release New album ‘Teach Peace’ in July – Listen to Track

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

It’s Rap and Roll, a mash-up of styles, all under one album… Trying to explain the immoral wrongs of the world within the words of where they come from. Re-educating themselves and saying what they believe […]

The 1975 Release New Single 'Give Yourself A Try' - Check out the Video Now
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The 1975 Release New Single ‘Give Yourself A Try’ – Check out the Video Now

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

Today The 1975 Release New Single ‘Give Yourself A Try’. ‘Give Yourself A Try’ is the first single from their third studio album “A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships’. Check out the video – BELOW: […]

NOTHING BUT THIEVES Announce November UK Tour
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NOTHING BUT THIEVES Announce November UK Tour

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

Following two sold-out shows at London’s Roundhouse at the end of last year, Nothing But Thieves today announce their biggest tour to date. The fourteen-date tour takes in five cities in the UK, including a […]

BIRDPEN Unveil new single & video - 'This Is Your Life' from the forthcoming album 'There's Something Wrong With Everything' 1
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BIRDPEN Unveil new single & video – ‘This Is Your Life’ from the forthcoming album ‘There’s Something Wrong With Everything’

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

Southampton based alt/prog rock duo BirdPen will release their new studio album, ’There’s Something Wrong With Everything’, in the early autumn. It is preceded by a single, ‘This Is Your Life’, which comments on our […]

THE DARKNESS release new live track 'Solid Gold' - Listen Now
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THE DARKNESS release new live track ‘Solid Gold’ – Listen Now

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

Indisputable legends of rock The Darkness have today released a new live version of their huge hit ‘Solid Gold’, taken from their upcoming live album Live At Hammersmith, out on June 15th via Cooking Vinyl. […]

TRACK PREMIERE: 'CASTLE ROCK' the 1st single from the new album by BOXWORK 2
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TRACK PREMIERE: ‘CASTLE ROCK’ the 1st single from the new album by BOXWORK

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

The second release from Boxwork’s eponymous Boxwork Music label comes again from the man himself. ‘Trench’ is the successor to ‘Dive Left’, Boxwork’s first full length released on Shades Recordings last year; it takes the […]

PREMIERE: Gus Harrower Returns with New Single ‘WONDER’ - Listen Now
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PREMIERE: Gus Harrower Returns with New Single ‘WONDER’ – Listen Now

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

Following press acclaim for his previous releases, a Single of The Week with Janice Forsyth at BBC Radio Scotland and a Scottish Alternative Music Awards nomination, teenage singer-songwriter Gus Harrower returns today with his infectious, […]

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