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          Sananda Maitreya Releases Remastered Edition of Neither Fish Nor Flesh as Part of ‘Juvenilia: The Columbia Years’

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          Sananda Maitreya releases the newly remastered version of his visionary second album, 1989’s ‘Neither Fish Nor Flesh: A Soundtrack of Love, Faith, Hope & Destruction’. It is the latest instalment in ‘Juvenilia: The Columbia Years’, a remastered […]

          Steven Wilson
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          Steven Wilson launches Headphone Dust – a home for pristine high-res & immersive audio

          February 6, 2026

          Steven Wilson has announced details of a new online platform that will become the one-stop home for his renowned, Grammy-nominated spatial audio mixes, making “studio-quality immersive sound accessible to everyone”. The platform represents a major shift […]

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          Deftones announce major headline show at Irish Museum of Modern Art

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          Helicon x Al Lover - Arise
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Helicon x Al Lover – Arise

          February 10, 2026

          Scottish band Helicon were formed in Glasgow’s East Kilbride by brothers John-Paul and Gary Hughes. They are a collective of musicians whose experimental sounds blend psychedelia, sitar, electronica and guitars to create a fuzzed-up wall […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: IST IST - Dagger
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          ALBUM REVIEW: IST IST – Dagger

          February 9, 2026

          Manchester’s post-punk titans IST IST have never been a band to do things by halves. Rising from the city’s underground with a fiercely independent DIY ethic, they’ve spent years carving out a sonic identity as […]

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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
          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
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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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          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Marmozets Bring Relentless Energy and Heart to Sold-Out Rescue Rooms Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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          LIVE REVIEW: Marmozets Bring Relentless Energy and Heart to Sold-Out Rescue Rooms

          February 4, 2026

          British rock band Marmozets delivered an electric, sweat-soaked performance at Rescue Rooms on 26 January, turning the packed venue into a wall of noise and movement. Demand was so intense that security were forced to […]

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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 […]

        • 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: 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, […]

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          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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        • 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. […]

          Dani Larkin
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          Dani Larkin on Next Of Kin: life, loss, and learning to stay open | XS Noize Podcast #268

          February 3, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dani Larkin to talk about Next Of Kin — a deeply emotive record shaped by time, patience, and a renewed sense of […]

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Month: December 2019

VIDEO PREMIERE: Modern Hinterland - 'The Lights'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Modern Hinterland – ‘The Lights’

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Modern Hinterland’s new album ‘The Longest Part of the Night’ is due for release on January 31st 2020 on Label Fandango. Following swiftly on from 2018’s ‘The Hoppings’ (which received support from Spotify’s New Music […]

FRANK TURNER announces solo tour for 2020
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FRANK TURNER announces solo tour for 2020

December 4, 2019 XS Noize

Frank Turner has capped off a round of sold-out full band shows in support of his latest UK Top 3 album release ‘No Man’s Land’ with the announcement of a 15 date solo tour for […]

THE ELECTRIC SOFT PARADE share video for new single 'Never Mind' - Watch Now
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THE ELECTRIC SOFT PARADE share video for new single ‘Never Mind’ – Watch Now

December 4, 2019 XS Noize

Bruised hearts laid bare on the shimmering opus that is Never Mind, the latest single from The Electric Soft Parade’s new album Stages. The video comprises deeply moving footage from a documentary about mental health […]

POLIÇA share new single "Forget Me Now" - Watch Video
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POLIÇA share new single “Forget Me Now” – Watch Video

December 4, 2019 XS Noize

Today Poliça shared their rousing, defiant new single “Forget Me Now”, the second from the band’s forthcoming new album ‘When We Stay Alive’, due January 31st via Memphis Industries. Poliça are set to tour the […]

SUNSTROKE 2020 – Irelands New Alternative Rock Festival - Day by Day Artist Line-up Confirmed
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SUNSTROKE 2020 – Irelands New Alternative Rock Festival – Day by Day Artist Line-up Confirmed

December 4, 2019 XS Noize

Sunstroke 2020 today confirms Saturday and Sunday artist line-up for Ireland’s newest alternative rock festival which takes place across 12th & 13th June. Feat: Faith No More – Deftones – The Jesus & Mary Chain […]

HAPPY MONDAYS to reissue first four albums on vinyl on January 31, 2020 1
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HAPPY MONDAYS to reissue first four albums on vinyl on January 31, 2020

December 4, 2019 XS Noize

On January 31, 2020, London Records will release brand new vinyl reissues of the first four era-defining Happy Mondays albums, their first vinyl pressings for many years. The reissues of ‘Squirrel And G-Man Twenty Four […]

LIVE REVIEW: Fontaines D.C. @ Rough Trade East, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Fontaines D.C. @ Rough Trade East, London

December 4, 2019 Michael Barron

Back in April, Dublin post-punk band Fontaines D.C. released their debut LP, Dogrel. What made (and still makes) Dogrel such a mesmerising album, wasn’t Dogrel’s innovation; but its authenticity, passion and ability to excite listeners […]

All new version of EAST 17 classic 'Stay Another Day' released today
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All new version of EAST 17 classic ‘Stay Another Day’ released today

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

Twenty-five years after its first release, and on the very date it hit the Christmas Number 1 spot, original label, London Records, in conjunction with Waltham Forest: London Borough of Culture 2019, today releases a brand new […]

THE CLONE ROSES - Announce ‘SPIKE ISLAND - THE RESURRECTION’  Celebrating 30 Years of One of The UK’S Most Legendary Gigs 3
Gigs

THE CLONE ROSES – Announce ‘SPIKE ISLAND – THE RESURRECTION’ Celebrating 30 Years of One of The UK’S Most Legendary Gigs

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

On the 30th Anniversary of The Stone Roses’ era-defining gig at Spike Island, get ready for a celebration like no other. On 16th May 2020, THE CLONE ROSES will be following in the footsteps of […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Electric Litany - 'Refugee'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Electric Litany – ‘Refugee’

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

Today Xs Noize is pleased to premiere the video for ‘Refugee’ by Electric Litany from their upcoming album ‘Under A Common Sky.’ ‘Under A Common Sky’ is the third album from London based four-piece Electric […]

GREG DULLI (Afghan Whigs) announces debut solo album, Random Desire with first single
Gigs

GREG DULLI (Afghan Whigs) announces debut solo album, Random Desire with first single

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

Without desire, most of the world’s problems would be solved and it would be a miserable place to live. For the last 30 years, Greg Dulli has been the poet laureate of the bizarre whims […]

THE DARKNESS release 'How Can I Lose Your Love' video - Watch Now
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THE DARKNESS release ‘How Can I Lose Your Love’ video – Watch Now

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

The Darkness have released a spectacular lyric video for the new single ‘How Can I Lose Your Love’, taken from their critically acclaimed Top 10 album Easter Is Cancelled out now via Cooking Vinyl. ‘How […]

MARC ALMOND announces new album 'CHAOS AND A DANCING STAR' out 31st January
Gigs

MARC ALMOND announces new album ‘CHAOS AND A DANCING STAR’ out 31st January

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

An iconic and influential figure with a career that spans almost 40 years and more than 30 million sales, Marc Almond has enjoyed a fresh renaissance in recent years. 2017’s retrospective ‘Hit & Pieces’ saw […]

THE NATIONAL - Announce headline show Live at Botanic Gardens Belfast on 6th June 2020
Gigs

THE NATIONAL – Announce headline show Live at Botanic Gardens Belfast on 6th June 2020

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

Following their stunning headlining performance at this year’s All Together Now Festival in Waterford, indie-rock behemoths The National have announced a date in Belfast next June. Matt Berninger, Aaron Dessner, Bryce Dessner, Scott Devendorf and […]

Sinéad O’Connor - Announces headline show Live At Botanic Gardens this summer on 7 June 2020
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Sinéad O’Connor – Announces headline show Live At Botanic Gardens this summer on 7 June 2020

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

Following her recent triumphant sold-out Irish tour, Sinéad O’Connor today announced that she will play Live At Botanic Gardens this summer on 7 June 2020. Special Guest for this Belfast Show will be Soak. 2019 […]

TRAVIS - Announce new single ‘Kissing In The Wind’ & ‘Almost Fashionable – A Film About Travis’
New Music

TRAVIS – Announce new single ‘Kissing In The Wind’ & ‘Almost Fashionable – A Film About Travis’

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

In the year that has seen the band celebrate the 20th anniversary of their breakthrough year, Travis have released their captivating new single ‘Kissing In The Wind’. The track, which was premiered on the Radio […]

Scottish singer-songwriter NINA NESBITT to headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Centre tonight
Gigs

Scottish singer-songwriter NINA NESBITT to headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Centre tonight

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

Scottish singer-songwriter Nina Nesbitt is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Centre on Tuesday 03rd December 2019. The eagerly awaited second album from Scottish singer-songwriter Nina Nesbitt has arrived, ‘The Sun […]

DJ/Producer PATRICK TOPPING announces his biggest ever Belfast show 2
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DJ/Producer PATRICK TOPPING announces his biggest ever Belfast show

December 2, 2019 XS Noize

Following two sold-out SHINE Telegraph shows over St Patrick’s weekend earlier this year, British DJ/Producer PATRICK TOPPING announces his biggest ever Belfast show and a Trick debut for the city! He’s joined by the unstoppable […]

THE RAPPAREES - Announce Fairytale of the Pogues Tribute Shows, Friday 20th & Saturday 21st December 2019 @ The Limelight 1, Belfast
Gigs

THE RAPPAREES – Announce Fairytale of the Pogues Tribute Shows, Friday 20th & Saturday 21st December 2019 @ The Limelight 1, Belfast

December 2, 2019 XS Noize

Having penned one of the most iconic Christmas songs of all time, The Pogues are widely considered the grandfathers of Celtic Punk music. It’s for this reason that local folk legends The Rapparees have paid […]

THE ELECTRIC SOFT PARADE return with their 5th album ‘Stages’ - released on January 8th 2020
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THE ELECTRIC SOFT PARADE return with their 5th album ‘Stages’ – released on January 8th 2020

December 2, 2019 XS Noize

The group’s first music in 6 years, Stages deals with the passing of Thomas and Alex’s mother. These 7 expansive tracks transcend their roots in grief, reaching through love, loss, mourning and hope, with the […]

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