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          Kodaline Bring Their ‘Farewell Tour’ to Belfast’s Ulster Hall — June 17, 2026

          February 23, 2026

          One of the biggest Irish bands of the modern era, Kodaline have announced a very special warm up show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast on Wednesday 17th June 2026 ahead of their Farewell Tour live […]

          Gene
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          Gene Announce Roundhouse Dates Following Sold-Out Comeback Shows

          February 23, 2026

          Indie-rock stars Gene have announced they will play two dates at The Roundhouse in London in October 2026. After a 21-year hiatus, Gene returned last year to perform three comeback shows that all sold-out within […]

          Sex Pistols
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          Sex Pistols feat Frank Carter announce Anarchy In The U.K. Tour

          February 23, 2026

          A definitive sound in rock since 1976 and one of the most important bands in music history, celebrate 50 years of punk this winter. Steve Jones, Paul Cook and Glen Matlock of Sex Pistols once again join forces with Frank Carter for one […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing - A Short History Of Decay
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

          Paul Draper
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Paul Draper – Mansun Retold

          February 20, 2026

          Three decades have passed since Mansun first injected a dose of grand, prog-inflected eccentricity into the waning days of Britpop. In 2026, ex-frontman Paul Draper returns with Mansun Retold, a project that resists the easy […]

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

          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Johannes Eckerström Commands Rock City as Avatar Unleash Theatrical Mayhem Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Johannes Eckerström Commands Rock City as Avatar Unleash Theatrical Mayhem

          February 21, 2026

          Swedish heavy metal visionaries Avatar transformed Nottingham’s Rock City into a dark theatrical spectacle on February 17th — delivering one of the most visually captivating and musically explosive shows the venue has seen in recent […]

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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// 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

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        • 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 […]

          Desertflowerboots_H - photo credit Sandrita Cardenas 1
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          Crispian Mills of Kula Shaker on creativity, chaos, and Wormslayer | XS Noize Podcast #269

          February 8, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Kula Shaker frontman Crispian Mills to talk about Wormslayer — a record that captures the band feeling revitalised, confident, and creatively fearless. […]

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Month: August 2019

HOZIER to bring his Wasteland Baby! World Tour home to Dublin’s 3Arena on 10th December 2019 1
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HOZIER to bring his Wasteland Baby! World Tour home to Dublin’s 3Arena on 10th December 2019

August 31, 2019 XS Noize

Following his headline performance last night at Electric Picnic, Hozier will bring his Wasteland Baby! World Tour home to Dublin’s 3Arena on 10th December 2019. Special guest will be Freya Ridings, who has just released her debut album. Hozier is currently on a sold-out tour […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Bat for Lashes - Lost Girls
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Bat for Lashes – Lost Girls

August 31, 2019 Lori Gava

On September 6th Songstress Natasha Khan, better known by the moniker Bat for Lashes, releases her fifth studio album, “Lost Girls”. The album is the follow up to her evocative 2016 release “The Bride”. Her […]

Acclaimed producer and songwriter PAUL EPWORTH releases new solo track ‘Voyager’
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Acclaimed producer and songwriter PAUL EPWORTH releases new solo track ‘Voyager’

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Acclaimed producer and songwriter PAUL EPWORTH today releases the first track from a brand new upcoming project to be released via Columbia Records. ‘Voyager’ draws on Epworth’s love of house and cosmic disco, influenced by […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Victoria’s Flight - ‘Last Days Of Summer' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Victoria’s Flight – ‘Last Days Of Summer’ – Listen Now

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Last Days Of Summer’ from Victoria’s Flight. Victoria’s Flight consists of childhood friends Craig Harkness and Matt Robertson. They have established a loyal and growing fanbase in their […]

TAYLOR SWIFT surpasses 1 million albums in China in first week
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TAYLOR SWIFT surpasses 1 million albums in China in first week

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Global superstar Taylor Swift, a ten-time GRAMMY winner, singer, songwriter, musician and producer, set a new record for an international artist in China with the release of her multi-platinum album Lover. Already Lover has become […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Blinker The Star - 'Sweet Nothing' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Blinker The Star – ‘Sweet Nothing’ – Listen Now

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Sweet Nothing’ from Blinker the Star. Blinker the Star began as a lo-fi, one-man studio band (Jordon Zadorozny) turned slightly left of centre rock 3 piece, releasing two […]

SHE DREW THE GUN announce brand new single 'Trouble Every Day' - Listen Now
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SHE DREW THE GUN announce brand new single ‘Trouble Every Day’ – Listen Now

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Fresh from a series of triumphant festival appearances this summer, including performances at Glastonbury, Latitude, Bluedot and Deer Shed, She Drew The Gun announce brand new single ‘Trouble Every Day’ released on Skeleton Key Records […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Nashville Trio LOCKELAND Share Rich New Single, 'Drive' Ahead of UK Tour Dates
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TRACK PREMIERE: Nashville Trio LOCKELAND Share Rich New Single, ‘Drive’ Ahead of UK Tour Dates

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

New US country trio Lockeland (Michael Boris, Kyndon Oakes and Mark Vikingstad), are set to release their sophomore single ‘Drive’, ahead of their UK appearances at The Long Road and Millport Festival this summer. Penned […]

808 State Announce New EP and Manchester Micro-Rave In-Store
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808 State Announce New EP and Manchester Micro-Rave In-Store

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their seventh studio album on October 11th, 808 State unveils their Subsequent Granada Report EP: a four-track release that explores glitchy, paranoia-ridden electro, breaks-laden techno and forward-thinking rave, all imbued […]

JAMES BLUNT Announces Early 2020 UK Tour
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JAMES BLUNT Announces Early 2020 UK Tour

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Following the news that his sixth studio album, ‘Once Upon A Mind’, will be released on October 25th via Atlantic Records, James Blunt today announces a major 2020 UK and European tour including a must-see […]

SNOW PATROL Announce Reworked tour for Dublin & Belfast
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SNOW PATROL Announce Reworked tour for Dublin & Belfast

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Snow Patrol confirm their Reworked tour for Dublin’s Olympia Theatre on 26 November 2019 and Waterfront Hall, Belfast on 28 November 2019. On this tour, Snow Patrol will play re-imagined versions of tracks from […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Indie Pop 4-piece LOWER LOVEDAY return with ‘Chains’
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TRACK PREMIERE: Indie Pop 4-piece LOWER LOVEDAY return with ‘Chains’

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noise is pleased to premiere ‘Chains’ from Lower Loveday. Having already played BBC Introducing stages, supported the likes of Only The Poets and APRE, and received airplay on BBC 6 Music, Indie Pop […]

Hotly-tipped post-punk, disco-funk phenomenon SQUID release new single 'Match Bet' - Listen Now
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Hotly-tipped post-punk, disco-funk phenomenon SQUID release new single ‘Match Bet’ – Listen Now

August 29, 2019 XS Noize

The hotly-tipped post-punk, disco-funk phenomenon Squid are back with ‘Match Bet’, the second single from their forthcoming EP called ‘Town Centre’ which is being released digitally on 6 September and 15th November on vinyl via […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Dantevilles - 'Soundscape' from new EP, ‘Welcome to the Theatre’ - Listen Now 1
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TRACK PREMIERE: Dantevilles – ‘Soundscape’ from new EP, ‘Welcome to the Theatre’ – Listen Now

August 29, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Soundscape’ from Dantevilles new EP ‘Welcome to the Theatre’. 2019 has seen Dantevilles complete a successful U.K tour with DHP, Huw Stephens championing their latest 2 singles on […]

JAMES BLUNT goes back to basics with new album 'Once Upon A Mind' out October 25th 1
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JAMES BLUNT goes back to basics with new album ‘Once Upon A Mind’ out October 25th

August 29, 2019 XS Noize

After flirting with electronica on his last album, James Blunt returns to what he does best on new album ‘Once Upon A Mind’, writing classic songs that touch both the heart and the head. The […]

OASIS' to release two limited edition vinyl formats of 'Definitely Maybe' to celebrate its 25th anniversary 1
New Music

‘Listen Up’ OASIS podcast launched as seminal debut album ‘Definitely Maybe’ turns 25

August 29, 2019 XS Noize

Marking the 25th anniversary of Definitely Maybe, ‘Listen Up’ is brand new podcast series offering an eye-witness account of the remarkable events leading up to and following the release of Oasis’ iconic debut album. The […]

PUSHA T Releases New Single "COMING HOME" feat. MS. LAURYN HILL
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PUSHA T Releases New Single “COMING HOME” feat. MS. LAURYN HILL

August 29, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Grammy-nominated recording artist, activist and entrepreneur, Pusha T, released his latest single “Coming Home” featuring Ms Lauryn Hill and produced by Kanye West and Mike Dean. Released via G.O.O.D. Music/Def Jam Recordings, the track […]

CIGARETTES AFTER SEX announce new album 'Cry' due 25 October and UK tour for spring 2020 1
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CIGARETTES AFTER SEX announce new album ‘Cry’ due 25 October and UK tour for spring 2020

August 29, 2019 XS Noize

Cigarettes After Sex will return with their anticipated second album Cry on October 25 th via Partisan Records. Recorded during night time sessions in a mansion on the Spanish island of Mallorca, the album is […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Leeds alt-rockers KOYO unleash new alt-rock single, 'Circles' & announce UK tour dates
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Leeds alt-rockers KOYO unleash new alt-rock single, ‘Circles’ & announce UK tour dates

August 29, 2019 XS Noize

After a festival-slaying start to the summer that built on press acclaim and national radio airplay for their Spring single Before, Leeds alt-rockers KOYO is back today with their immediate, grungy new track Circles. With Circles streamlining their expansive […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Diesel Park West - 'Golden Mile' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Diesel Park West – ‘Golden Mile’ – Watch Now

August 28, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere the video for ‘Golden Mile’ from Diesel Park West. There are bands that go the distance. And then there is Diesel Park West. In a tale of Homeric […]

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