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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 […]

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

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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

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          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N – Esther Yi

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          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

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          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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          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 […]

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          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London

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          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

          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// 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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          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 […]

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          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 […]

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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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          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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          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
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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

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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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Year: 2019

BRY Announces Headline Belfast Show at OH YEAH CENTRE, Saturday 18th May 2019
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BRY Announces Headline Belfast Show at OH YEAH CENTRE, Saturday 18th May 2019

February 21, 2019 XS Noize

Irish singer/songwriter Bry is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Centre on Saturday, May 18th 2019. Bry has a unique approach to life. Using social media as his vice, the young […]

BROS are coming ‘home’ to play O2 Academy Brixton Friday 5th July 2019
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BROS Announce Headline Show at Botanic Gardens Belfast on 27 June 2019

February 21, 2019 XS Noize

Matt & Luke Goss performed their comeback after nearly 30 years last year at two sold-out O2 London Arena shows. Before that, they had not played together since 77,000 packed into Wembley Stadium on 19 […]

HAPPY MONDAYS Announce Greatest Hits Tour For 2019
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HAPPY MONDAYS Announce Greatest Hits Tour For 2019

February 20, 2019 XS Noize

Legendary Manchester band Happy Mondays have announced a marathon twenty-nine date Greatest Hits Tour for October, November and December 2019. The Happy Mondays’ classic line-up of frontman Shaun Ryder, Bez (freaky dancing and percussion), Rowetta […]

SUNDARA KARMA today reveal ‘Little Smart Houses’ from their forthcoming album 'Ulfilas’ Alphabet' - Watch Now
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SUNDARA KARMA today reveal ‘Little Smart Houses’ from their forthcoming album ‘Ulfilas’ Alphabet’ – Watch Now

February 20, 2019 XS Noize

Sundara Karma today reveal ‘Little Smart Houses’ the latest offering from their forthcoming album Ulfilas’ Alphabet, released on Chess Club / RCA on 1st March. Combining a stuttering New Wave groove with the wry, observant […]

Britpop favourites SLEEPER announce new album + UK dates
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SLEEPER Release New Single ‘The Sun Also Rises’ – Listen Now

February 20, 2019 XS Noize

SLEEPER release their brilliant new single ‘The Sun Also Rises’. Taken from their hotly anticipated new album ‘The Modern Age’, the track is available digitally now, with a limited edition coloured vinyl 7″ coming out […]

OUTPUT BELFAST- Ireland's Largest Music Industry Conference takes place in Belfast Tomorrow
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OUTPUT BELFAST- Ireland’s Largest Music Industry Conference takes place in Belfast Tomorrow

February 20, 2019 XS Noize

Output Belfast, the conferencing and showcasing event celebrating Northern Ireland’s artists and music industry takes place tomorrow, Thursday, February 21st 2019. Across Belfast’s Metropolitan Arts Centre and Oh Yeah Centre, around 75 national and international […]

THE STRANGLERS announce Belfast show for 2019
Interviews

INTERVIEW: The Stranglers’ Jean-Jacques Burnel talks ahead of ‘Back on the Tracks’ UK Tour

February 19, 2019 XS Noize

The Stranglers’ Back on the Tracks 19-date UK Tour kicks off in Belfast on 28th February culminating in what is bound to be another rousing finale in Manchester on Saturday 30th March. During a hectic […]

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JOHNNY MARR Announces North American Spring Tour

February 19, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Smiths’ guitar legend Johnny Marr, winner of British GQ ‘s 2018 “Man Of The Year” Lifetime Achievement Award and NME’ s “God-Like Genius” award has announced he is returning to North America in the spring. The extensive coast-to-coast run includes […]

LIVE REVIEW: Nils Frahm – SEC Armadillo – 18th February 2019
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LIVE REVIEW: Nils Frahm – SEC Armadillo – 18th February 2019

February 19, 2019 Fionn Crossan

For most attending, myself included, tonight provided closure for those who planned to see Nils in the Royal Concert Hall in March last year, before a snowstorm shut down transport services across Scotland, forcing the […]

DICK VALENTINE (Electric Six) Announces FREE Belfast show at Katy's Bar on Saturday May 4th 2019
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DICK VALENTINE (Electric Six) Announces FREE Belfast show at Katy’s Bar on Saturday May 4th 2019

February 19, 2019 XS Noize

Dick Valentine is best known as the singer of the band Electric Six. Fifteen years ago he dressed up like Abraham Lincoln for a music video about gay bars and that might be all you […]

Oasis... The Real Story Launches in Sheffield, Celebrating 25th Anniversary of 'Definitely Maybe'
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Oasis… The Real Story Launches in Sheffield, Celebrating 25th Anniversary of ‘Definitely Maybe’

February 19, 2019 XS Noize

Sheffield’s O2 Academy will be the first to experience an evening with Iain Robertson and Tim Abbot. The band’s former Tour Manager and Head of Security, and the former Managing Director of their label Creation […]

LEWIS CAPALDI announces his eagerly awaited debut album, 'Divinely Uninspired To A Hellish Extent' - out May 17th
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LEWIS CAPALDI announces his eagerly awaited debut album, ‘Divinely Uninspired To A Hellish Extent’ – out May 17th

February 19, 2019 XS Noize

Continuing his unbelievable start to 2019, Lewis Capaldi has today announced his eagerly awaited debut album Divinely Uninspired To A Hellish Extent – out May 17th on Virgin EMI. To mark the news, tickets have […]

FEET embark on their first UK and Irish headline tour later this month - Listen to New Single, ‘English Weather’
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FEET embark on their first UK and Irish headline tour later this month – Listen to New Single, ‘English Weather’

February 19, 2019 XS Noize

Following the recent release of their new single ‘English Weather’, FEET will embark on their first UK and Irish headline line tour later this month, taking their hugely entertaining live show on the road for […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Killing Cartisano - ‘Hysterical Ladies’ (Live Room Session’ special version) - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Killing Cartisano – ‘Hysterical Ladies’ (Live Room Session’ special version) – Watch Now

February 19, 2019 XS Noize

On 22 February 2019 Killing Cartisano releases a special live version of ‘Hysterical Ladies’ from her new album ‘KC Vol. 1’. The track follows hot on the heels of ‘The Drunk Man’ ‘Let Me Go’ […]

Manchester's 'FROM CARBON' release anthemic single, 'Petty Tom' - Listen Now
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Manchester’s ‘FROM CARBON’ release anthemic single, ‘Petty Tom’ – Listen Now

February 18, 2019 XS Noize

From Carbon are an Indie band from Manchester, England. Formed 5 years ago, the band have developed a creative sound and a great live reputation. They released their debut album ‘Wealth’ in 2014 to critical […]

YOKO ONO Announces the Reissue of ‘Unfinished Music No. 3: Wedding Album’, out 22nd March 1
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YOKO ONO Announces the Reissue of ‘Unfinished Music No. 3: Wedding Album’, out 22nd March

February 18, 2019 XS Noize

Today, on her 86th birthday, Yoko Ono announces the reissue of ‘Unfinished Music No. 3: Wedding Album’, out 22nd March. The latest of her series of musical outputs with Chimera Music and Secretly Canadian, Yoko’s […]

POZI Announce Debut Album, Tour Dates + Share Lead Single 'Watching You Suffer'
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POZI Announce Debut Album, Tour Dates + Share Lead Single ‘Watching You Suffer’

February 18, 2019 XS Noize

New London post-punk band POZI have released details of debut album PZ1, released 5th April 2019 through Prah Recordings. Lead single and album opener “Watching You Suffer” – a short sharp shock at 1 min […]

LEWIS CAPALDI Announces Headline Belfast Ulster Hall Show, Friday 22nd November
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LEWIS CAPALDI Announces Headline Belfast Ulster Hall Show, Friday 22nd November

February 18, 2019 XS Noize

Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi has today announced his biggest headline Belfast show to date at the Ulster Hall on Friday 22nd November 2019. Lewis’s new track Someone You Loved, from the Breach EP, is his […]

HAPPY MONDAYS Announce Headline Belfast Show at Belfast Limelight 1 on Wed 4th Dec
Gigs

HAPPY MONDAYS Announce Headline Belfast Show at Belfast Limelight 1 on Wed 4th Dec

February 18, 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 frontman […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Cowboy Flying Saucer - 'Theme From Cowboy Flying Saucer' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Cowboy Flying Saucer – ‘Theme From Cowboy Flying Saucer’ – Watch Now

February 18, 2019 XS Noize

On April 5th Cowboy Flying Saucer (CFS) are to release their second album, Travel Lodge’, on their own Sparrowhawk Records imprint. The follow up their 2017 eponymous debut LP, the album tells the tale of […]

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