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          Little Barrie Announce ‘Gravity Freeze’ Out 22 May 2026 – Hear ‘More Bad Miles Of Road’

          February 26, 2026

          Little Barrie announce details of their new album Gravity Freeze, released Friday 22nd May 2026 on Easy Eye Sound. The trio, fronted by in-demand guitarist Barrie Cadogan, also have today shared the first single, ‘More […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel Announces 2003 Live Album ‘In The Big Room’ – Out March 13, 2026

          February 26, 2026

          Peter Gabriel will release the live album ‘In The Big Room’ on 13 March 2026. In The Big Room captures Peter Gabriel and band recorded live in the Big Room at Real World Studios on […]

          Kyle Falconer
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          Kyle Falconer releases ‘I’m Lost (You’re Dead)’ ft. Jamie Webster ahead of UK tour this week

          February 25, 2026

          Kyle Falconer today previews the March 27th release of his new album ‘Lovely Night of Terror’ by sharing his new single ‘I’m Lost (You’re Dead)’ which features the acclaimed singer-songwriter Jamie Webster. He launched the […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine - Hen’s Teeth
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine – Hen’s Teeth

          February 23, 2026

          Iron and Wine, the moniker of singer/songwriter Samuel Beam, is releasing his much anticipated follow up to 2024’s Light Verse at the end of February. Hen’s Teeth is a slightly darker sibling to Beam’s poetic […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing - A Short History Of Decay
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing – A Short History Of Decay

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          Philadelphia shoegaze standard-bearers Nothing return in 2026 with A Short History Of Decay, a record that feels less like a reinvention and more like a reaffirmation of everything they’ve quietly perfected over the past decade […]

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          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N - Esther Yi
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          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
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          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 […]

          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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          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre Credit Wiktoria Wolny
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          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre

          February 26, 2026

          In the heart of London’s Embankment, the recently opened Emerald Theatre feels part The Great Gatsby, part Emerald City — lavish, theatrical and unapologetically opulent. The room glows in rich green tones and, with its […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London photos by Martin
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          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London

          February 21, 2026

          Of Monsters and Men first broke through in 2010 after winning Músíktilraunir, Iceland’s annual Battle of the Bands. That early victory propelled the then-emerging collective onto the international stage, leading to a European Border Breakers […]

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          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 […]

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        • Hans Zimmer
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          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
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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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        • Jordan Anthony
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          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
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          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 […]

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          Archive’s Dave Pen on ‘Glass Minds’ and evolving after 30 years | XS Noize Podcast #272

          February 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dave Pen of Archive to talk about Glass Minds — the band’s 13th studio album and a bold new chapter in a […]

          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
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          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271

          February 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club to revisit Howl — the band’s third album and a bold creative left turn […]

          Mark Shaw - Then Jerico | XS Noize Podcast #270
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          Mark Shaw of Then Jerico on The Return, legacy, and bringing the full band show to Ireland | XS Noize Podcast #270

          February 10, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Mark Shaw of Then Jerico to talk about The Return — a moment that reconnects legacy, live energy, and purpose as the […]

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Month: November 2018

KATE BUSH will release remastered versions of her album catalogue on vinyl and CD in November
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A Special KATE BUSH Pop-Up Shop Will Open at Londons’s COAL DROPS YARD Next Week 5th – 9th Dec

November 30, 2018 XS Noize

A special Kate Bush pop up store is to launch at Coal Drops Yard in King’s Cross, open from 5-9 December 2018. All profits from sales in the shop will go to the national homelessness charity Crisis. Coinciding with the […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The 1975 – A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The 1975 – A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships

November 30, 2018 Amanda Stock

The eagerly-anticipated third album from pop-rock foursome The 1975 has been advertised since 1st June in a series of cryptic messages on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and on thousands of posters on city walls – […]

SLEAFORD MODS Announce Headline Belfast Show at THE LIMELIGHT 1, Thursday 7th February 2019
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SLEAFORD MODS Announce Headline Belfast Show at THE LIMELIGHT 1, Thursday 7th February 2019

November 30, 2018 XS Noize

UK electronic punk duo Sleaford Mods are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Thursday 07th February 2019. Sleaford Mods are one of the most important, politically charged and thought-provoking […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Mercy Union - The Quarry
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Mercy Union – The Quarry

November 29, 2018 Daniel Lynch

Much will be made of the ties between Mercy Union’s members and their previous projects. Jared Hart fronted the Scandals, and Benny Horowitz was the drummer of arguably the most successful band to emerge from the […]

DAVID GRAY Releases New Video for ‘The Sapling' - Watch Now
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DAVID GRAY Releases New Video for ‘The Sapling’ – Watch Now

November 29, 2018 XS Noize

David Gray today releases the video for his new single ‘The Sapling’, the lead-off track from forthcoming new album  Gold In A Brass Age, due for release on March 8, 2019, via IHT Records / AWAL Recordings. Produced by Ben […]

MAXIMO PARK announce the release of 'live in the studio' film As Long As We Keep Moving 1
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MAXIMO PARK announce the release of ‘live in the studio’ film As Long As We Keep Moving

November 29, 2018 XS Noize

Over three million album sales and multiple Top 10 records into their career, Maxïmo Park are today announcing that their live album As Long As We Keep Moving will be released on Feb 22nd, featuring hits spanning […]

TRACK PREMIERE: LMBO - “Netter Bot” - Listen Now 1
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TRACK PREMIERE: LMBO – “Netter Bot” – Listen Now

November 29, 2018 XS Noize

We are pleased to exclusively premiere “Netter Bot” the latest track from LMBO. Alt-electronic duo LMBO includes Michigan-born Koby Berman and Mike Swartz, who first met in 2010 when Koby drove Mike home after they both botched […]

INTERVIEW: James' bassist JIM GLENNIE discusses new album 'Living in Extraordinary Times.' 1
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INTERVIEW: James’ bassist JIM GLENNIE discusses new album ‘Living in Extraordinary Times.’

November 29, 2018 XS Noize

JAMES are one of the UK’s most creatively restless and most loved artists. After signing to the iconic Factory Records in 1982, the band released a series of hugely successful hit singles. From SIT DOWN […]

Swedish punk band V**gra Boys announce a headline Belfast show at McHugh's Basement on Friday, May 17th 2019
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Swedish punk band V**gra Boys announce a headline Belfast show at McHugh’s Basement on Friday, May 17th 2019

November 28, 2018 XS Noize

Swedish punk band V**gra Boys are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement on Friday, May 17th 2019. Formed in 2015, the 6 man band started exploring their very own lane in […]

Debs Wild Author of 'Life In Technicolor' A Celebration Of Coldplay to take part in Reddit AMA 2
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Debs Wild Author of ‘Life In Technicolor’ A Celebration Of Coldplay to take part in Reddit AMA

November 28, 2018 XS Noize

In September 1998, Coldplay, then a completely unknown band from London, performed in the corner of a café in Manchester to an audience of fewer than ten people. One of those people was Debs Wild, a talent […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB Announce huge 2019 headline tour
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB Announce huge 2019 headline tour

November 28, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester four-piece The Slow Readers Club have announced an extensive UK tour for 2019, which will follow their sold-out headline dates in Glasgow, London and Manchester next month.   The tour will see the band […]

TOY share 'You Make Me Forget Myself' from upcoming new album 'Happy In The Hollow'
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TOY share ‘You Make Me Forget Myself’ from upcoming new album ‘Happy In The Hollow’

November 28, 2018 XS Noize

TOY have shared ‘You Make Me Forget Myself’, the latest cut from their new album Happy In The Hollow, which is released on Friday, January 25th 2019. Their fourth album, and their first for new […]

Liverpool four-piece SPINN announce a headline Belfast show at the Oh Yeah Music Centre, March 1st 2019
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Liverpool four-piece SPINN announce a headline Belfast show at the Oh Yeah Music Centre, March 1st 2019

November 28, 2018 XS Noize

Liverpool four-piece SPINN are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Oh Yeah Music Centre on March 01st 2019. Liverpool indie pop/dream pop/jangle band SPINN have recently released their catchy single ” Bliss”. […]

SKUNK ANANSIE share live video for 'Charlie Big Potato' - Watch Now
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SKUNK ANANSIE share live video for ‘Charlie Big Potato’ – Watch Now

November 28, 2018 XS Noize

Skunk Anansie have shared the video for ‘Charlie Big Potato’, the second track to be taken from their career-spanning live album 25LIVE@25, which sees the band celebrate 25 years of unparalleled influence. The album will […]

ROBBIE WILLIAMS to Release New Album of Previously-Unheard Music Exclusively for Fans
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ROBBIE WILLIAMS to Release New Album of Previously-Unheard Music Exclusively for Fans

November 28, 2018 XS Noize

Robbie Williams announced via video today that he is releasing a new album of previously-unheard music directly to his fans. ‘Under The Radar Volume 3’ – the third instalment of his fan special series – is a unique […]

THE SELECTER Announce 40th Anniversary Headline Show at The Limelight 1, Belfast, Friday 1st November 2019
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THE SELECTER Announce 40th Anniversary Headline Show at The Limelight 1, Belfast, Friday 1st November 2019

November 28, 2018 XS Noize

The Selecter have announced their 40th Anniversary Tour in 2019 with Special Guest and DJ Rhoda Dakar coming to The Limelight 1, Belfast on Friday 01st November 2019. The tour starts in Europe covering 7 […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Anna Mae - 'You Might Be Better' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Anna Mae – ‘You Might Be Better’ – Listen Now

November 27, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Anna Mae is the Nashville based singer and songwriter who is capturing hearts with her sweet yet sultry style. After recently releasing the empowering “Single-Minded,” she brings out “You Might Be Better” on Snafu Records. […]

THE ZUTONS reunite for 2019 ‘WHO KILLED THE ZUTONS’ tour
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THE ZUTONS reunite for 2019 ‘WHO KILLED THE ZUTONS’ tour

November 27, 2018 XS Noize

Legendary Liverpool band The Zutons have announced a series of dates in March/April 2019 to coincide with the 15thanniversary of their seminal album ‘Who Killed The Zutons’. The album, which spawned the hit singles ‘Pressure […]

WIN: A chance to see SNEAKBO at The Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast on Thursday 29th November 2018.
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WIN: A chance to see SNEAKBO at The Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast on Thursday 29th November 2018.

November 27, 2018 XS Noize

Rising from Brixton (South London) Sneakbo is pleased to announce a headline Belfast Show at Oh Yeah Centre on Thursday 29th November 2018 and we are giving a lucky winner the chance to see this […]

DMA'S release new video for 'Time & Money' ahead of SOLD OUT UK Tour next month
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DMA’S release new video for ‘Time & Money’ ahead of SOLD OUT UK Tour next month

November 27, 2018 XS Noize

DMA’S have today shared a video for the track ‘Time & Money’. The video was shot in Sydney by Australian Tristan Jalleh who is known for his futuristic, psychedelic moving digital landscapes. DMA’S will be […]

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