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          The Milk Return with ‘Borderlands’ — Their Most Ambitious Album to Date

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          On 19 September, WLS Records will release The Milk’s sophisticated new album Borderlands, which features outstanding songwriting, deftly served by extraordinary musicianship, mixed with ambitious arrangements and world-class production. A lovingly crafted sonic memoir, it […]

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          Belfast’s Silent Running Return with Fifth Album ‘Northstar’

          August 15, 2025

          Belfast’s Silent Running folded for a full 30 years after releasing their third album in 1989. One of Ireland’s biggest musical exports in the 1980s was burned out. They had headlined numerous nights at London’s […]

          Ronboy
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          Ronboy Returns with Haunting New Single “Disaster” Featuring The National’s Matt Berninger

          August 15, 2025

          Ronboy, the exciting artist project of musician Julia Laws, returns with a haunting new single “Disaster” featuring The National’s frontman Matt Berninger. The track first made its debut on Matt Berninger’s North American US Tour, […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Woody Guthrie – Woody At Home Volumes 1 & 2
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Woody Guthrie – Woody At Home Volumes 1 & 2

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          We are closing in on the 58th anniversary of Woody Guthrie’s death; complications from Huntington’s Disease finally sealed his fate on October 3rd, 1967. Despite the lengthy time that has passed, his fingerprints are still […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Richard Hawley - Coles Corner (20th Anniversary)
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          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 […]

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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
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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 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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          LIVE REVIEW: Wet Leg Turn Nottingham Into a Sing-Along Frenzy Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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          LIVE REVIEW: Wet Leg Turn Nottingham Into a Sing-Along Frenzy

          August 15, 2025

          Nottingham’s The Level was bursting at the seams on August 11th as Grammy-winning indie-rock darlings Wet Leg brought their Moisturizer tour to town — and they didn’t just play a gig, they turned it into […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Mangata Festival 2024: A Two-Day Triumph of Heavy Music Across Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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          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 […]

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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 […]

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          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 […]

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          Jason Derulo’s 2026 tour: Dates, venues, tickets, and more

          August 10, 2025

          Jason Derulo will be touring the UK in 2026, performing at some of the UK’s grandest venues in major cities. His return promises to be unforgettable, with electrifying dance moves, chart-topping bangers, and a voice […]

          OneRepublic
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          The ultimate guide to OneRepublic’s tour

          August 8, 2025

          Pop-rock sensation OneRepublic will bring their “Sweet Escape Tour” to Australia and New Zealand next year. With support from special guest Zara Larsson, Ryan Tedder and the crew will bring their hit songs “Counting Stars” […]

          Metallica
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          Everything you need to know about Metallica’s 2026 tour

          August 2, 2025

          From anthems to soulful ballads, Metallica is gearing up to take you on a unique journey through their 40-year catalogue. With no-repeat setlists, colossal stages, and an array of hard-hitting support acts, “M72 World Tour” […]

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          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

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          Stephen Moore
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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

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          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

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Month: January 2020

PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION announce new single 'Home Is Where The Heart Is' & February UK dates
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PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION announce new single ‘Home Is Where The Heart Is’ & February UK dates

January 22, 2020 XS Noize

PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION announces rip-roaring new single Home Is Where The Heart Is, alongside their first ever UK headline tour. Home Is Where The Heart Is is the first release from the Liverpool five-piece since […]

SOUL ASYLUM - Unveil new single 'If I Told You' from upcoming new album 'Hurry Up & Wait'
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SOUL ASYLUM – Unveil new single ‘If I Told You’ from upcoming new album ‘Hurry Up & Wait’

January 22, 2020 XS Noize

Fresh off their hometown show at First Ave in Minneapolis, SOUL ASYLUM now unveils “If I Told You” the focus single off their upcoming album “Hurry Up & Wait” due 17/4/20. The release follows their […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB announce new album 'The Joy Of The Return'
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB announce new album ‘The Joy Of The Return’

January 22, 2020 XS Noize

Manchester’s The Slow Readers Club have announced their fourth album, The Joy Of The Return, out on March 20th via Modern Sky UK. The band have also shared their new single, ‘All I Hear’, the […]

Mancunian synth-pop powerhouse HOT MINUTE share third single ‘Drive’
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Mancunian synth-pop powerhouse HOT MINUTE share third single ‘Drive’

January 22, 2020 XS Noize

In a world where we all literally live on social media and our brains assume much of what we see and hear is instantaneous, one can be forgiven for assuming that your new favourite song […]

PEARL JAM - Announce New Album ‘Gigaton’ out March 27th 1
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PEARL JAM share ‘Dance of the Clairvoyants’ the first single from forthcoming album, Gigaton

January 22, 2020 XS Noize

“Dance of the Clairvoyants”, the first single from Pearl Jam’s forthcoming album, Gigaton, is now officially available at all digital music outlets and at radio. “I can’t tell you how proud I am about this […]

INHALER announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Saturday May 16th 2020
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INHALER announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Saturday May 16th 2020

January 22, 2020 XS Noize

Hotly-tipped Dublin quartet Inhaler have announced a headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Saturday, May 16th 2020. Today the band released their new single, ‘We Have To Move’ on Polydor Records. It’s the follow-up […]

PSYCHO COMEDY - Announce debut album: 'Performance Space Number One' - out 14 Feb 2020
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PSYCHO COMEDY – Announce debut album: ‘Performance Space Number One’ – out 14 Feb 2020

January 21, 2020 XS Noize

Liverpool creative collective PSYCHO COMEDY will release their highly anticipated debut album, ‘Performance Space Number One’, on 14 February 2020. A love letter to the city they call home, the vices that squeeze tight, and […]

RAMMSTEIN - Announce First Ever North American Stadium Tour
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RAMMSTEIN – Announce First Ever North American Stadium Tour

January 21, 2020 XS Noize

This year will see the North American debut of the most extreme spectacle in live music when RAMMSTEIN brings its full-scale stadium production to this continent for the first time ever. Rock n roll’s most […]

ALICIA KEYS - Brings ALICIA – THE WORLD TOUR to Dublin's 3Arena on Friday 5th June 1
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ALICIA KEYS – Brings ALICIA – THE WORLD TOUR to Dublin’s 3Arena on Friday 5th June

January 21, 2020 XS Noize

Today global music icon and 15-time GRAMMY Award winner Alicia Keys announced ALICIA – THE WORLD TOUR, her highly anticipated return to the stage which will open at Dublin’s 3Arena on Friday 5th June. The […]

THERAPY? announce details of 30th Anniversary and announce GREATEST HITS (and Bonus Live) Album 1
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THERAPY? announce details of 30th Anniversary and announce GREATEST HITS (and Bonus Live) Album

January 21, 2020 XS Noize

Northern Irish rockers Therapy? have announced their latest album and 30-year anniversary of the band with Greatest Hits (The Abbey Road Session) due for release on March 6th, 2020. To coincide with the bands So […]

PETROL GIRLS Play a Headline Show @ McHughs Basement, Belfast TONIGHT!
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PETROL GIRLS Play a Headline Show @ McHughs Basement, Belfast TONIGHT!

January 21, 2020 XS Noize

Feminist post-hardcore punk band, Petrol Girls are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement Bar on Tuesday 21st January 2020. Petrol Girls released their new album ‘Cut & Stitch’ on May 24th […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Eminem - Music to Be Murdered By
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ALBUM REVIEW: Eminem – Music to Be Murdered By

January 20, 2020 Michael Barron

Opening with “Premonition – Intro” – Eminem cuts to the chase concerning his bitterness over his previous LP, his tenth, Kamikaze not getting the reviews he expected. We see Slim Shady looking back over his […]

NEON WALTZ confirm 4-track HUNA EP & release new track - 'Thanks For Everything'
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NEON WALTZ confirm 4-track HUNA EP & release new track – ‘Thanks For Everything’

January 20, 2020 XS Noize

Neon Waltz’ tireless work rate continues without pause. With the wrapper barely off 2020, the Scottish four-piece release new single, Thanks For Everything while confirming final details of their forthcoming Huna EP.  A further leg […]

PEARL JAM - Announce New Album ‘Gigaton’ out March 27th 1
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PEARL JAM Reveal Tracklist for New Album, Gigaton

January 20, 2020 XS Noize

Pearl Jam has released the tracklisting for their much-anticipated eleventh studio album, Gigaton which is set to be released via Monkeywrench Records/Republic Records on March 27, 2020. Produced by Josh Evans and Pearl Jam, Gigaton […]

TWISTED WHEEL Announce European tour dates with Liam Gallagher
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TWISTED WHEEL Announce European tour dates with Liam Gallagher

January 20, 2020 XS Noize

Tenacious rock’n’roll four-piece TWISTED WHEEL will support Liam Gallagher across Europe this Winter. With the same Mancunian blood coursing through their veins, it’s perhaps no surprise the two act’s paths have crossed before. A loyal […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Pixies - Beneath the Eyrie
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PIXIES release demos from ‘Beneath The Eyrie’ today

January 20, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Pixies release Beneath The Eyrie Demos: Pt. 1, three tracks recorded over the course of 2018 leading up to the band’s December 2019 Beneath The Eyrie album sessions at Dreamland Recordings in Woodstock, NY. […]

First Reaction: Radiohead - A Moon Shaped Pool
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RADIOHEAD launch extensive & organised audio, visual, physical archive online

January 20, 2020 XS Noize

The internet as a whole has never been a reliable resource for detailed or even accurate information re Radiohead. Many sites that attempted to provide some measure of service have long since gone dark as […]

FLAWES release their highly anticipated debut album ‘Highlights’ on January 31st
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FLAWES release their highly anticipated debut album ‘Highlights’ on January 31st

January 20, 2020 XS Noize

Fresh off the back of their huge UK & European tour, the fast-rising alt-pop trio Flawes will release their highly anticipated debut album ‘Highlights’ on January 31. Their debut album ‘Highlights’ is the musical embodiment […]

TWIN ATLANTIC return with new album ‘POWER' out January 24th
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TWIN ATLANTIC return with new album ‘POWER’ out January 24th

January 20, 2020 XS Noize

After ten years, Twin Atlantic got their Glasgow studio fully up-and-running. They gigged for thrills and used the money to fund the album they wanted to make. They took charge of production. And only then, […]

FOALS to headline special show for BRITS WEEK together with O2 for WAR CHILD 2020
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FOALS to headline special show for BRITS WEEK together with O2 for WAR CHILD 2020

January 20, 2020 XS Noize

FOALS join Bastille, Catfish and The Bottlemen, Bombay Bicycle Club, YUNGBLUD, Sigrid, Tom Walker, Louis Tomlinson, Jack Savoretti, Gang of Youths, Tom Grennan, Nothing But Thieves and Declan McKenna in playing exclusive shows for BRITs […]

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