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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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          PICTURE THIS Announce Huge Christmas Shows at Dublin’s 3Arena & Belfast’s SSE Arena

          August 19, 2025

          PICTURE THIS have announced details of a major Belfast show this Christmas. The band will play the SSE Arena, Belfast, on 27th and the 3Arena, Dublin on 29th December 2025 as part of their special […]

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          Skerryvore Mark 20 Years with ‘XX – Live At Floors Castle’

          August 18, 2025

          Skerryvore have risen from modest roots to become a band able to embark upon global touring adventures, in the process also rising up the UK charts and landing a wealth of key airplay. So when […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Woody Guthrie – Woody At Home Volumes 1 & 2
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Woody Guthrie – Woody At Home Volumes 1 & 2

          August 13, 2025

          We are closing in on the 58th anniversary of Woody Guthrie’s death; complications from Huntington’s Disease finally sealed his fate on October 3rd, 1967. Despite the lengthy time that has passed, his fingerprints are still […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Richard Hawley - Coles Corner (20th Anniversary)
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Richard Hawley – Coles Corner (20th Anniversary)

          August 6, 2025

          When Coles Corner arrived in 2005, Richard Hawley had recently moved from Setanta to Mute Records, but musically, he was still rooted in the same soil — Sheffield. On paper, it could have been dismissed […]

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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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          Chase & Status
          Live Reviews

          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Ferocious Dog at The Fire Station, Sunderland Credit: Iam Burn
          Live Reviews

          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. […]

        • 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
        • 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 […]

          Tokio Hotel
          Gigs

          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
          Gigs

          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 […]

  • Interviews
        • Asha Maclean
          Interviews

          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

          John Kearns talks to Duran Duran –  The Duran Duran European summer tour is now in full swing. The DD truck has already rolled into cities such as Antwerp, Amsterdam and Rome and will continue […]

          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, […]

  • Podcast
        • The Subways
          Podcasts

          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
          Podcasts

          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 […]

          Cam – Behind the Songs of 'All Things Light' and Life After a Grammy | XS Noize Podcast #238
          Podcasts

          Cam – “All Things Light”: Behind the Songs & Grammy Reflections | XS Noize Podcast #238

          July 30, 2025

          In Episode #238 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Cam to talk about her new album, All Things Light. From her multi-platinum hit “Burning House” to co-writing on Beyoncé’s […]

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Belfast's MASK unveil the video for ‘Damaged Goods’ from debut EP ‘The Truth’ - Watch Now
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Belfast’s MASK unveil the video for ‘Damaged Goods’ from debut EP ‘The Truth’ – Watch Now

July 26, 2018 XS Noize

The founding members of MASK first met in 2004 – when the band should have been formed – but never was! In 2017, the lifelong friends decided to form a joint-group with handpicked musicians and […]

PAUL CARRACK Announces New Album 'These Days' + UK tour dates
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PAUL CARRACK Announces New Album ‘These Days’ + UK tour dates

July 26, 2018 XS Noize

Paul Carrack returns with a brand new studio album and is ready to reach new heights with ‘These Days’, released on 7th September on his own record label, Carrack-UK. In addition to the release of […]

IDLES release video for new single "Samaritans" - Watch Now 1
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IDLES release video for new single “Samaritans” – Watch Now

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

This afternoon IDLES have shared new material in a searing takedown of toxic masculinity entitled “Samaritans”. A live favourite for some time, the Theo Watkins directed music video compiles archival clips displaying traditional masculine imagery. […]

DAPHNE GUINNESS unveils the new video for latest single ‘No No No’ - Watch Now
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DAPHNE GUINNESS unveils the new video for latest single ‘No No No’ – Watch Now

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

Daphne Guinness has today released the new video for ‘No No No’, the latest single to be lifted from her new album ‘Daphne & The Golden Chord’, produced by Tony Visconti and available now across […]

ESTRONS announce debut album "You Say I'm Too Much, I Say You're Not Enough"
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ESTRONS announce debut album “You Say I’m Too Much, I Say You’re Not Enough”

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

The hotly-tipped Welsh alt-rock outfit Estrons last night announced their much-anticipated debut album “You Say I’m Too Much, I Say You’re Not Enough” during a session for Annie Mac on Radio 1, which you can […]

OCEAN COLOUR SCENE Announce UK Christmas Shows with very special guests Martha Reeves & The Vandellas
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OCEAN COLOUR SCENE Announce UK Christmas Shows with very special guests Martha Reeves & The Vandellas

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

The Birmingham band’s story is already the stuff of legend: a rip-roaring rockin’ folk odyssey set to a backdrop of over 20 years of UK pop culture at its very best. Ocean Colour Scene has […]

REVIEW: Drunken Masters - 'Places' EP
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REVIEW: Drunken Masters – ‘Places’ EP

July 25, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Channelling a host of influences and inspiration into their newest release this week is Drunken Masters, an act who is going from strength to strength. The bass production outfit brings in external talent for their […]

PALE WAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Elmwood Hall on Friday 5th October
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PALE WAVES announce debut album ‘My Mind Makes Noises’

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

Pale Waves have announced their highly anticipated debut album. ‘My Mind Makes Noises’ will be released 14 September 2018 through Dirty Hit and will feature the singles ‘There’s A Honey’, ‘Television Romance, ‘Kiss’, and new […]

Indie Pop outfit SAYTR PLAY unveil energetic new single ‘Fragile’ - Listen Now
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Indie Pop outfit SAYTR PLAY unveil energetic new single ‘Fragile’ – Listen Now

July 24, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester Indie Pop outfit Saytr Play has been making waves across the UK for some time. They return next month (August 17th) with an energetic new single ‘Fragile’, produced by Courteeners bassist Joe Cross, and […]

XS NOIZE & PAINTED HALO PRESENT: UNSIGNED #2.1 - BABYTIGER 1
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XS NOIZE & PAINTED HALO PRESENT: UNSIGNED #2.1 – BABYTIGER

July 24, 2018 Ivan Marziano

XS Noize and Painted Halo Records are passionate advocates for new music and are delighted to provide a platform for emerging artists in the form of XS Unsigned, a monthly feature showcasing brand new talent […]

MILES KANE releases his third solo album ‘Coup De Grace’ August 10th
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MILES KANE Releases Video For New Single ‘Cry On My Guitar’ + Announces New Manchester Tour Date

July 24, 2018 XS Noize

Miles Kane today releases the official music video for ‘Cry On My Guitar’, the third track to be taken from his stunning third solo album ‘Coup De Grace’, out August 10th on Virgin EMI. Directed […]

GOMEZ announce 20th anniversary edition of Mercury Music Prize winning debut album 'Bring It On' + UK tour dates 3
Gigs

GOMEZ return to UK after sell-out shows celebrating 20th anniversary edition of Mercury Music Prize winning ‘Bring It On’

July 24, 2018 XS Noize

Due to the huge success of their Spring UK tour, Gomez will be returning this August and September to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of their Mercury Prize-winning record ‘Bring It On’. UMC has also released […]

BLOSSOMS announce a nine date UK tour for December 2018
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BLOSSOMS announce a nine date UK tour for December 2018

July 24, 2018 XS Noize

Blossoms have announced a nine-date UK tour for December 2018. Calling in Glasgow, Sheffield, Nottingham, Birmingham, Bristol and Southampton, the run of shows also includes two gigs at Manchester’s Victoria Warehouse and a London date […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB - Release 'Supernatural' single - Watch Video
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB – Release ‘Supernatural’ single – Watch Video

July 23, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester four-piece THE SLOW READERS CLUB have released their new single, ‘Supernatural’. The new song premiered with Chris Hawkins at BBC 6Music who said The Slow Readers Club are, “A band on the brink of […]

THE LUCID DREAM return with new album 'Actualisation' out 19th October
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THE LUCID DREAM return with new album ‘Actualisation’ out 19th October

July 23, 2018 XS Noize

Carlisle’s quartet, The Lucid Dream return in October with the release of their fourth album, Actualisation on 19th October. Driven by fans raising £10,000 to help replace all equipment robbed after a Paris show in […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Christopher Haul- 'If You Found Love'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Christopher Haul- ‘If You Found Love’

July 23, 2018 XS Noize

A hard-hitting electro anthem for finding love and holding onto it, laced with sincere sentiments and bubbling with retro synth sounds, ‘If You Found Love’ a co-write by London producer Phil Whitehead and acclaimed singer […]

PASSENGER releases new single 'Heart To Love' - Watch Now
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PASSENGER releases new single ‘Heart To Love’ – Watch Now

July 23, 2018 XS Noize

‘Heart To Love’ is the second single to be lifted from ‘Runway’, and follows the Radio 2 playlisted lead single ‘Hell Or High Water’, which has received over 14 million streams across Spotify, Apple Music […]

DJ D-SOL is confirmed as Goldman Sachs next board chair and chief executive.
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DJ D-SOL is confirmed as Goldman Sachs next board chair and chief executive.

July 23, 2018 Michael Barron

Eat, Sleep, Trade, Repeat. DJ D-SOL is confirmed as Goldman Sachs next board chair and chief executive. This is not fake news or a pre-April fool’s joke, electronic dance DJ and music producer, DJ D-SOL […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Uncomely - 'Fun Times' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Uncomely – ‘Fun Times’ – Watch Now

July 21, 2018 XS Noize

Multi-national, Leeds-based DIY noise-rock collective Uncomely have released the first taste of their new Games People Play EP today. The abrasive, grunge-funk-punk sound of Fun Times is the lead track for the new record (available […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Nic Cester - Sugar Rush
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Nic Cester – Sugar Rush

July 21, 2018 Lori Gava

Melbourne singer/songwriter Nic Cester is probably best known in his role as frontman for the rock band Jet. He along with his brother Chris founded Jet in 1996. Jet would achieve commercial success in both […]

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