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          Tommy Wá Releases New EP “Somewhere Only We Go” Out on Dirty Hit

          August 12, 2025

          Today, Ghana-Based, Nigerian born artist Tommy WÁ has released his new EP Somewhere Only We Go via Dirty Hit. The EP is the culmination of a journey that has taken Tommy from working as a […]

          Bad Manners
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          Bad Manners announce Belfast show at Limelight on Sat 29 November 2025

          August 12, 2025

          Ska legends Bad Manners have announced a series of exciting shows across Ireland for November 2025 Fronted by Buster Bloodvessel (real name Douglas Trendle), the band was formed in 1976 while the members were together […]

          Depeche Mode
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          Depeche Mode Set October 28 Release for ‘Depeche Mode: M’ — Coming to Cinemas & IMAX Worldwide

          August 12, 2025

          Following a rapturous reception at this year’s Tribeca Festival, Depeche Mode, along with Trafalgar Releasing and Sony Music Vision, announce the release of the feature film DEPECHE MODE: M, coming to cinemas and IMAX worldwide […]

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          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 […]

          REVIEW: Blusher EP – RACER
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          REVIEW: Blusher – RACER EP

          July 29, 2025

          Whilst the UK and the USA primarily dominate the English language music scene, Australia has given us its share of highly successful artists over the last 30 years or so. Apart from Kylie, who dominates […]

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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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          LIVE REVIEW: Mangata Festival 2024: A Two-Day Triumph of Heavy Music Across Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Mangata Festival 2025: A Two-Day Triumph of Heavy Music Across Nottingham

          July 17, 2025

          Mangata Festival returned to Nottingham on July 12th, bringing with it a thunderous celebration of heavy music spread across multiple venues in the city. But the festivities began even earlier with Solgata, the official pre-party […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts BST Hyde Park, London
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts BST Hyde Park, London

          July 14, 2025

          The first four headliners of this year’s BST Hyde Park festival were all under thirty, celebrating the energy and optimism of youth. But with Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts joined by Cat Stevens (Yusuf […]

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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// 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, […]

          IN FOCUS// The Darkness Set Wembley Arena Alight with Glam Rock Glory Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// The Darkness Set Wembley Arena Alight with Glam Rock Glory

          April 3, 2025

          On April 29th, one of Britain’s most electrifying live acts, The Darkness, lit up a sold-out OVO Wembley Arena with an impossible show to ignore. Kicking off the night in fine style were Ash, the […]

  • Gigs
        • Bad Bunny
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          Bad Bunny’s 2026 World Tour: Dates, venues, tickets, and more

          July 25, 2025

          Bad Bunny’s 2025-2026 “Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour” promises to be a seismic explosion of Latin trap, vibrant beats, and the Puerto Rican culture on full display. From Santo Domingo to Brussels, don’t blink; […]

          Lady Gaga
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          Mayhem Ball Tour: Everything you need to know about seeing Lady Gaga in London

          July 19, 2025

          For four nights, Lady Gaga will share the gothic energy of her recent album, “Mayhem,” at the O2 Arena. Buckle up, Little Monsters, for a night of chaos, connection, and pure pop magic that will […]

          Coldplay
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          The complete guide to seeing Coldplay in London

          July 16, 2025

          Coldplay launched their “Music of the Spheres Tour” on March 18, 2022, in Costa Rica and have since brought their spectacular live shows to more than 40 countries. From early sold-out nights in Latin America—including […]

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        • Asha Maclean
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          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, […]

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        • XS Noize Podcast #239 – Bob Stanley on Saint Etienne’s final album International
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          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
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          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 […]

          Peter Cunnah and Al Mackenzie
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          Peter Cunnah & Al Mackenzie: Reigniting D:Ream with ‘Do It Anyway’ | XS Noize Podcast #237

          July 23, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Peter Cunnah and Al Mackenzie — the pioneering duo behind D:Ream — to discuss their vibrant and defiant new album, Do It […]

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CRONIN announce a handful of dates across Europe and a new single, 'There's a Darkness' - Listen Now
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CRONIN announce a handful of dates across Europe and a new single, ‘There’s a Darkness’ – Listen Now

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

Cronin take a break from the studio recording the follow up to their critically acclaimed debut with a handful of dates across Europe and a new single. “There’s a Darkness” will be available to stream […]

FIELD MUSIC share new single 'Beyond That of Courtesy' - Listen Now
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FIELD MUSIC share new single ‘Beyond That of Courtesy’ – Listen Now

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

Field Music share “Beyond That of Courtesy”, the new single taken from the forthcoming new album Making A New World, a 19 track song cycle about the after-effects of the First World War. Released through […]

FEEDER release new video for single 'Daily Habit' + announce in store shows for August
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FEEDER announce live dates in April 2020

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

Following the success of their tenth studio album Tallulah, and an exceptionally received UK tour culminating with two sold-out shows at the Roundhouse in London, which the Daily Star described as a “Stunning & heartfelt […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Moods - 'Strong - "Unplugged"
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VIDEO PREMIERE: The Moods – ‘Strong – “Unplugged”

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

An exquisite urban ballad for Christmas 2019. ‘Strong – “Unplugged”, the new single from, The Moods, 9 strong, UK, urban collective. A song about struggle, hardship & overcoming personal adversity & challenges. Reflecting on how […]

THE BELOVED: Special Edition of rare debut album 'Where It Is' to be released January 31 on New State Music 1
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THE BELOVED: Special Edition of rare debut album ‘Where It Is’ to be released January 31 on New State Music

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

On January 31, 2020, New State Music will release a Special Edition of The Beloved’s 1987 debut album ‘Where It Is’. Although best knows as a pioneering 90s dance/electronica act with hits like “Sweet Harmony”, […]

LA post-punk trio AUTOMATIC announce UK tour dates for February 2020
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LA post-punk trio AUTOMATIC announce UK tour dates for February 2020

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

LA post-punk trio Automatic have announced a UK tour, with over 15 dates in February 2020. Since the release of their Stones Throw debut album Signal in September, the band has soundtracked Hedi Slimane’s Paris […]

US Rock band CLUTCH announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Tuesday 21st July 2020
Gigs

US Rock band CLUTCH announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Tuesday 21st July 2020

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

US Rock band CLUTCH are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Tuesday 21st July 2020. The band recently released “Fortunate Son.” The single is the fourth in a series […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: haha charade - 'Seasons'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: haha charade – ‘Seasons’

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

The haha charade story began from humble beginnings of playing in basements, living rooms, and garages. The band’s cult following that was growing, lead to haha charade’s debut show in the Philadelphia area during the […]

IN FOCUS// Primal Scream @ Ulster Hall, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Primal Scream @ Ulster Hall, Belfast

December 11, 2019 Conor Kinahan

Glaswegian Rock Legend’s Primal Scream with support from Dublin Based Group Somebody’s Child, took to the stage at Belfast’s Ulster Hall to deliver exactly what it said on the Tin, Maximum Rock and Roll. Take […]

‘Electronic’ by ELECTRONIC is to be reissued as a limited edition white vinyl on 24 January
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‘Electronic’ by ELECTRONIC is to be reissued as a limited edition white vinyl on 24 January

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

‘Electronic’ by Electronic is to be reissued as a limited edition white vinyl on 24 January 2020 available exclusively through Rhino.co.uk as well as on black vinyl through all other retailers. For the first time […]

BRIAN FALLON announces new album 'Local Honey' & 2020 UK Tour Dates 1
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BRIAN FALLON announces new album ‘Local Honey’ & 2020 UK Tour Dates

December 10, 2019 XS Noize

Brian Fallon has released his new single “You Have Stolen My Heart,” available today at all digital music retailers and streaming services. “You Have Stolen My Heart” heralds Fallon’s eagerly awaited new album, LOCAL HONEY, […]

Guide in Choosing Your First Stringed Instrument
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Guide in Choosing Your First Stringed Instrument

December 10, 2019 XS Noize

You may be someone who enjoys classical and acoustic music a lot and desires to learn how to play a musical instrument but doesn’t know where to start. Or you may be a parent who […]

THE WHO announce they will play one of their smallest live shows in over 40 years
Gigs

THE WHO announce they will play one of their smallest live shows in over 40 years

December 10, 2019 XS Noize

To celebrate the release of ‘WHO’ The Who’s ‘best album since 1975’ The Who have announced they will play one of their smallest live shows in over 40 years. The date at Pryzm in Kingston […]

BROCKHAMPTON announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday, May 26th 2020
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WIN: Tickets to see BROCKHAMPTON @ the Ulster Hall Belfast on Tuesday, May 26th 2020

December 10, 2019 XS Noize

American rap collective BROCKHAMPTON are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday, May 26th 2020. XS Noize is giving away tickets to the show. For a chance to win, […]

SAM FENDER releases brand new track 'All Is On My Side' - Listen Now
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SAM FENDER releases brand new track ‘All Is On My Side’ – Listen Now

December 10, 2019 XS Noize

Sam Fender is pleased to share a brand new track, All Is On My Side, as he readies himself for the first of two nights at Brixton Academy this evening. The song has been a […]

IN FOCUS// We Are Scientists @ Manchester Ritz 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// We Are Scientists @ Manchester Ritz

December 10, 2019 Clair McAllister

New York’s indie cult band We Are Scientists played an amazing show at Manchester Ritz, on 09/12/19. Clair McAllister was on hand to take these fantastic images. Check out more images from Clair McAllister on […]

Dundalk five-piece JUST MUSTARD play a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on 11th December 1
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Dundalk five-piece JUST MUSTARD play a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on 11th December

December 10, 2019 XS Noize

Dundalk five-piece Just Mustard are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on 11th December 2019. Comprised of vocalist Katie Ball, guitarists David Noonan (also backing vox) and Mete Kalyon, bassist Rob Clarke […]

IN FOCUS// Snow Patrol - Reworked Tour @ Waterfront Hall, Belfast 7
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Snow Patrol – Reworked Tour @ Waterfront Hall, Belfast

December 9, 2019 Conor Kinahan

Snow Patrol was one of the first artists that I experienced in the first stages of my musical journey and tonight they took not only me but the entire Waterfront Hall on a journey both […]

Radiohead’s ED O’BRIEN releases near-nine minute song & short film under EOB moniker
Gigs

Radiohead’s ED O’BRIEN confirms details of four intimate North American shows

December 9, 2019 XS Noize

Radiohead’s Ed O’Brien has confirmed details of the North American debut of EOB’s live incarnation: EOB will play intimate shows in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Toronto in February 2020. These exclusive events will […]

STEREOPHONICS announce a special London gig at the O2 Forum Kentish Town, hosted by Absolute Radio on 21st January
Gigs

STEREOPHONICS announce a special London gig at the O2 Forum Kentish Town, hosted by Absolute Radio on 21st January

December 9, 2019 XS Noize

Stereophonics have announced that they will play a special London gig at the O2 Forum Kentish Town, hosted by Absolute Radio. Taking place on 21st January, it will be a chance to see the band […]

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