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          HARD-Fi announce new album ‘Sweating Someone Else’s Fever’ and UK tour dates

          March 4, 2026

          Recharged and looking sharply at a world gone sideways, Staines’ finest Hard-Fi make their long-awaited return with brand new studio album Sweating Someone Else’s Fever, their first in 15 years, out on June 19th via V2 Records. Written and recorded […]

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          The blood / worm moon of 3 March, 2026 sees the release of “What Lies Ahead,” the third track from Peter Gabriel’s forthcoming album o\i. “What Lies Ahead” was written and produced by Peter Gabriel […]

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

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          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 […]

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          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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          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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          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 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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          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

          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

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          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// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show Credit: Denise Esposito
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          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
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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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          Hans Zimmer: The ultimate fan’s guide

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          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 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 […]

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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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        • The Dream Machine
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          “We’re Always Making Music for Ourselves” — The Dream Machine on ‘Fort Perch Rock’ | XS Noize Podcast #273

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          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Zak and Matty from The Dream Machine to talk about Fort Perch Rock — the band’s third studio album and a record […]

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

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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 […]

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TRACK PREMIERE: Lowlight - 'Horsefoot' - Listen Now 2
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TRACK PREMIERE: Lowlight – ‘Horsefoot’ – Listen Now

July 18, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere Lowlight’s latest single, “Horsefoot” from their upcoming Endless Bummer LP out 13th September – Listen below. Though we set out to make the music in “Horsefoot” sound expansive, […]

IGGY POP confirms new album 'Free' out September 6th - Listen to track
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IGGY POP confirms new album ‘Free’ out September 6th – Listen to track

July 18, 2019 XS Noize

Iggy Pop has confirmed the title and release date of his new album: Free, the first new Iggy Pop album since 2016’s Post-Pop Depression, will be released September 6 on Loma Vista/Caroline International. While it […]

THE STREETS return with new single, 'How Long’s it Been?' featuring FLOHIO - Listen Now
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THE STREETS return with new single, ‘How Long’s it Been?’ featuring FLOHIO – Listen Now

July 18, 2019 XS Noize

Fresh from this year’s Glastonbury festival and ahead of a slew of summer shows which include festivals across Europe, Mike Skinner has today released a new single as The Streets. ‘How Long’s It Been?’, sees […]

PIXIES release new music video for, 'On Graveyard Hill' - Watch Now
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PIXIES release new music video for, ‘On Graveyard Hill’ – Watch Now

July 17, 2019 XS Noize

You are about to enter a hallucinatory space populated by witches and psychics, tarot cards and crystal balls, madness and trepidation, and a harrowing ride in a hearse driven by a Hell Hound. During this […]

WIRE documentary 'People In A Film' in the works - Crowdfunding campaign online now
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WIRE documentary ‘People In A Film’ in the works – Crowdfunding campaign online now

July 17, 2019 XS Noize

Wire are the definitive post-punk band. Now there’s going to be a documentary about them. Released in 1977, Wire’s debut album ‘Pink Flag’ was like nothing before it – 21 tracks of bold dada statement, with […]

FRANK TURNER releases new track ‘The Graveyard Of The Outcast Dead’ - Listen Now
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FRANK TURNER releases new track ‘The Graveyard Of The Outcast Dead’ – Listen Now

July 17, 2019 XS Noize

FRANK TURNER today releases ‘The Graveyard Of The Outcast Dead’, the latest  to arrive from his forthcoming eighth album, ‘NO MAN’S LAND’ (out August 16th on Xtra Mile Recordings/Polydor Records), produced by Catherine Marks and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Feeder - Tallulah
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ALBUM REVIEW: Feeder – Tallulah

July 17, 2019 Michael Barron

Just two years ago Feeder celebrated their twenty-fifth anniversary by releasing a greatest hits LP, The Best Of. The Best Of saw Feeder be extremely generous by offering fifty songs which included nine new original […]

TOM BAXTER announces headline Belfast show at THE EMPIRE MUSIC HALL on October 2nd 2019
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TOM BAXTER announces headline Belfast show at THE EMPIRE MUSIC HALL on October 2nd 2019

July 17, 2019 XS Noize

One of the most distinguished song craftsmen of the 21st century. Tom is to make an exciting return to Belfast this October to remind us of what a talent he indeed is. As the best-kept […]

REVEREND & THE MAKERS announce their ‘Greatest Hits Tour’ is coming to Belfast’s Limelight 2 on Friday 1st November 2019
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REVEREND & THE MAKERS announce their ‘Greatest Hits Tour’ is coming to Belfast’s Limelight 2 on Friday 1st November 2019

July 17, 2019 XS Noize

Reverend and the Makers are pleased to announce their ‘Greatest Hits Tour’ is coming to Belfast’s Limelight 2 on Friday 01st November 2019. With six Top 20 albums already under their belts, Sheffield rock’n’roll radicals […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Radio Europa - 'Community Is Revolution'
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ALBUM REVIEW: Radio Europa – ‘Community Is Revolution’

July 16, 2019 Ben P Scott

Originally formed around Tangled Parrot Records in Carmarthen, the Welsh collective Radio Europa are back with a new album ‘Community Is Revolution’. For this record, the line up is composed of Whettman Chelmets, Steven Leigh, […]

Stereophonics frontman KELLY JONES adds 8 x new September 2019 dates to rare intimate UK solo tour
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Stereophonics frontman KELLY JONES adds 8 x new September 2019 dates to rare intimate UK solo tour

July 16, 2019 XS Noize

Following a hugely acclaimed sold-out run of solo shows earlier this month; Stereophonics frontman and creative force – Kelly Jones has announced further dates to his Don’t Let The Devil Take Another Day tour for September 2019 […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Catfish and the Bottlemen - 'Longshot' - Listen Now
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CATFISH & THE BOTTLEMEN – unseen band shots make up the video for new single: Conversation

July 16, 2019 XS Noize

Previously unseen, candid images of Catfish and the Bottlemen in the studio, on the road and enjoying downtime feature in the video for Conversation, the latest single to emerge from the band’s hit, third album, […]

GOO GOO DOLLS unveil the official music video for their single 'Miracle Pill' - Watch Now
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GOO GOO DOLLS unveil the official music video for their single ‘Miracle Pill’ – Watch Now

July 16, 2019 XS Noize

Multi-platinum, four-time GRAMMY-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls have unveiled the official music video for their single “ Miracle Pill” today. The song marks the first release from the band’s brand new upcoming album also […]

INTERVIEW: Happy Mondays' Bez - “Bees remind me of myself - they have a short attention span, and they are always buzzing!” 1
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INTERVIEW: Happy Mondays’ Bez – “Bees remind me of myself – they have a short attention span, and they are always buzzing!”

July 16, 2019 XS Noize

Legendary Manchester band Happy Mondays have announced a marathon twenty-nine date Greatest Hits Tour for October, November and December 2019 which includes Belfast Limelight 1 on Wed 4th Dec. The Happy Mondays’ classic line-up of […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Mattia Cupelli - 'Onwards' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Mattia Cupelli – ‘Onwards’ – Listen Now

July 16, 2019 XS Noize

Mattia Cupelli is an Italian composer/producer based in Rome, Italy. He merges Neo-Classical/Soundtrack/Ambient sounds with modern Minimal Electronic music. Early works are mainly based on Soundtrack, Orchestral Music and Modern Piano music, and he is […]

Irish four piece KEYWEST announce headline Belfast show on Thursday 17th October 2019 at The Limelight 2 1
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Irish four piece KEYWEST announce headline Belfast show on Thursday 17th October 2019 at The Limelight 2

July 16, 2019 XS Noize

Irish four-piece rock/pop band Keywest announce a headline Belfast show on Thursday 17th October 2019 at The Limelight 2. The band will be promoting their new album ‘Ordinary Superhero’ due for release on September 27th […]

EZRA FURMAN shares two new singles from New album "Twelve Nudes" - Listen Now
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EZRA FURMAN shares two new singles from New album “Twelve Nudes” – Listen Now

July 15, 2019 XS Noize

With anticipation mounting around the release of his new album Twelve Nudes, available 30th August via Bella Union, Ezra Furman has shared two new tracks from the LP. Of new single “ I Wanna Be […]

IDLES release video for album favourite "Never Fight A Man With A Perm" - Watch Now
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IDLES release video for album favourite “Never Fight A Man With A Perm” – Watch Now

July 15, 2019 XS Noize

IDLES today release the animated video to fan-favourite and album highlight “Never Fight A Man With A Perm”. The video was put together by the team behind Fluffer Records (Al Brown, Russell Taysom & Stella […]

The hotly-tipped post-punk, disco-funk phenomenon SQUID releases new single ‘The Cleaner’
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The hotly-tipped post-punk, disco-funk phenomenon SQUID releases new single ‘The Cleaner’

July 15, 2019 XS Noize

The hotly-tipped post-punk, disco-funk phenomenon Squid is back with new single ‘The Cleaner’ and the news of an EP called ‘Town Centre’ which is coming out on 6th September via Dan Carey’s Speedy Wunderground label […]

IN FOCUS// Frank Turner @ King Tut's Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow, Scotland 9
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FRANK TURNER announces details for a 9 date UK headline tour

July 15, 2019 XS Noize

FRANK TURNER today announces details for a 9 date UK headline tour – including two dates at London’s Alexandra Palace Theatre on November 30 and December 3, 2019 – in support of his forthcoming eighth album, ‘NO MAN’S LAND’ (out August 16th on Xtra Mile Recordings/Polydor […]

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