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          The Veils Return with New Album “Fragile World” — Hear “Lungs” and See UK Dates

          February 27, 2026

          Following the critically acclaimed release of ‘Asphodels’ in 2025, The Veils quickly return with a bold and invigorated new album titled ‘Fragile World’, out 19 June on V2 Records. The first single ‘Lungs’ is released […]

          Little Barrie
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          February 26, 2026

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

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

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          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

          February 20, 2026

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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
          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 […]

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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
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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

          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 […]

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          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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          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

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          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

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          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 […]

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          INTERVIEW: :Panic :Over Are Turning Northern Irish Indie Into a Global Sound

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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 […]

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          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

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          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

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          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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SNOW PATROL and OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL announce Ward Park FREE 1
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SNOW PATROL and OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL announce Ward Park FREE

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

Open House Festival has joined forces with Snow Patrol to curate a line-up of exciting bands, musicians and electronic DJs to play in eight Bangor pubs on Friday 24th May – the night before the […]

THE TWANG - Unveil video for comeback track 'Everytime' - Watch Now
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THE TWANG – Unveil video for comeback track ‘Everytime’ – Watch Now

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

‘Everytime’ is the brilliant first single from THE TWANG’S long-awaited forthcoming album. The single, taken from the band’s upcoming fifth album is a reminiscent throwback to time’s gone by and youthful love in the 1990s. […]

WHITE LIES - Announce unmissable one-off warm up show at Frome’s legendary Cheese & Grain this Summer 2
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WHITE LIES – Announce unmissable one-off warm up show at Frome’s legendary Cheese & Grain this Summer

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

WHITE LIES will perform an unmissable one-off warm-up show at Frome’s legendary Cheese & Grain this Summer (11.07.2019). Following in the footsteps of megastars the likes of Foo Fighters and Robert Plant who have similarly […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Waterboys - Where the Action Is
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Waterboys – Where the Action Is

May 15, 2019 Lori Gava

Mike Scott’s inspired creation of the legendary band The Waterboys has produced a storied discography that defies genre labels. The band has wholeheartedly participated in the Big Music movement, redefined themselves as raggle-taggle folkies and […]

Irish electro-folk duo SAINT SISTER announce headline Belfast show at The Empire Music Hall, Thursday 19th September 2019
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Irish electro-folk duo SAINT SISTER announce headline Belfast show at The Empire Music Hall, Thursday 19th September 2019

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

Irish electro-folk duo Saint Sister is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Empire Music Hall on Thursday 19th September 2019. Their debut album ‘Shape of Silence’ was released last October to rave […]

FEEDER release new single 'Youth' from new album 'Tallulah' - Watch Now
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FEEDER release new single ‘Youth’ from new album ‘Tallulah’ – Watch Now

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

Feeder has today released a new video for track ‘Youth’. The new single from this quintessential rock band packs a hefty punch. ‘Youth’ bursts with energy, boasting powerful guitars that drive the track, dynamic drums […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Peach Fuzz - 'The Outside Looking In' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Peach Fuzz – ‘The Outside Looking In’ – Watch Now

May 14, 2019 XS Noize

The Outside Looking In’ provides a first real insight into the shimmering pop penchants of The Peach Fuzz. Hidden Away under the tutelage of The Coral’s James Skelly, The Peach Fuzz unveiled their debut single […]

NEW MODEL ARMY - Announce new album 'From Here'
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NEW MODEL ARMY – Announce new album ‘From Here’

May 14, 2019 XS Noize

In October 1980 three musicians took to the stage in their hometown of Bradford to play a gig under the name New Model Army. Led by frontman and songwriter Justin Sullivan, this was the start […]

RICHARD HAWLEY Announces his eighth studio album, 'Further' - Listen to track
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RICHARD HAWLEY – Announces Dublin Show at The Olympia Theatre on 30th September 2019

May 14, 2019 XS Noize

Richard Hawley has announced a date at The Olympia Theatre on 30th September 2019. 2019 is set to be a landmark year for songwriter Richard Hawley.  Not only is he due to release his ninth studio album, Further on 31st May, but he […]

Kasabian's Serge Pizzorno has teased the first single from his new solo project The S.L.P. 2
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Kasabian’s Serge Pizzorno has teased the first single from his new solo project The S.L.P.

May 14, 2019 XS Noize

Kasabian rocker Serge Pizzorno has announced his new solo project The S.L.P. and teased his first single ‘Favourites’ featuring rapper Little Simz. The ‘You’re In Love With a Psycho’ guitarist – whose full name is […]

Number 1 Artist STORMZY Announces Belsonic Support for 20th June 2019 1
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Number 1 Artist STORMZY Announces Belsonic Support for 20th June 2019

May 14, 2019 XS Noize

Ivor Novello winning, Glastonbury headliner and current number 1 charting artist with his single, ‘Vossi Bop’ Stormzy will play his largest Belfast headline show to date at Belsonic on Thursday 20th June 2019. Eighteen months […]

REVIEW: Permafrost - 'Permafrost EP'
Album Reviews

REVIEW: Permafrost – ‘Permafrost EP’

May 14, 2019 Amanda Stock

If you are a fan of the sinister menace of Interpol, the jagged guitar lines of Gang Of Four or the grandiose gloom of The Cure, here is a band which is a mix of […]

TRACK PREMIERE: We Are Strangers (Josh Kramon) Shares "Thirty Days" as heard on CW's iZombie
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: We Are Strangers (Josh Kramon) Shares “Thirty Days” as heard on CW’s iZombie

May 14, 2019 XS Noize

We are Strangers is the brainchild of T.V and Film composer, Josh Kramon. He’s best known for his weekly instrumental music for such acclaimed shows as “Veronica Mars”, “iZombie,” “Party Down” and “Lethal Weapon.” In […]

THE NATIONAL - Unveil 'I Am Easy To Find' Directed By Mike Mills and Starring Alicia Vikander - Watch Now
New Music

THE NATIONAL – Unveil ‘I Am Easy To Find’ Directed By Mike Mills and Starring Alicia Vikander – Watch Now

May 13, 2019 XS Noize

The 24-minute film directed by Academy Award-nominated Mike Mills ( 20th Century Women, Beginners ) and starring Academy Award Winner Alicia Vikander ( The Danish Girl, Ex-Machina) featuring new music by The National is now […]

ROBBIE WILLIAMS' biggest hit 'Angels' is about him communicating with spirits as a child
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ROBBIE WILLIAMS’ biggest hit ‘Angels’ is about him communicating with spirits as a child

May 13, 2019 XS Noize

Robbie Williams has revealed that his hit song ‘Angels’ was actually about his encounters with ghosts as a kid, which “freaked” his father out. The 45-year-old pop star has previously opened up about his own […]

THE FAIM - Announce Headline Belfast Show at OH YEAH MUSIC CENTRE, Wednesday August 28th 2019
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THE FAIM – Announce Headline Belfast Show at OH YEAH MUSIC CENTRE, Wednesday August 28th 2019

May 13, 2019 XS Noize

Australian pop-rock quartet The Faim are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show on Wednesday, August 28th 2019 at the Oh Yeah Music Centre. THE FAIM came into existence as naturally as their music. The […]

Rodrigo y Gabriela Announce Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Saturday 21st September 2019
Gigs

Rodrigo y Gabriela Announce Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Saturday 21st September 2019

May 13, 2019 XS Noize

Mexican acoustic rock guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Saturday 21st September 2019. Five years since their last album, they are ready to […]

LIVE REVIEW: Better Oblivion Community Center - Shepherds Bush Empire, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Better Oblivion Community Center – Shepherds Bush Empire, London

May 13, 2019 Michael Barron

You know a singer/songwriter has achieved “cult” status when every side project they do despite seldom publicity receives mass interest and each live show they do sells out. The singer/songwriter in question is Conor Oberst […]

Legendary Liverpool band THE ZUTONS join OPEN HOUSE BANGOR line-up
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Legendary Liverpool band THE ZUTONS join OPEN HOUSE BANGOR line-up

May 13, 2019 XS Noize

Legendary Liverpool band The Zutons will play an outdoor concert at Bangor seafront on Bank Holiday Monday, 26th August, as part of this year’s Open House Festival Bangor. The show will celebrate the 15th anniversary […]

What do GUNS N’ ROSES have planned for 2019?
Features

What do GUNS N’ ROSES have planned for 2019?

May 10, 2019 XS Noize

Guns N’ Roses are back, and the long-awaited reunion tour featuring three of the band’s founding members was a resounding success. The Not In This Lifetime tour, which began in April 2016, lasted over two […]

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