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          Electro Icons Kraftwerk Return: First UK Tour in Nearly a Decade – Belfast Waterfront Hall, May 18 2026

          October 3, 2025

          After recently completing a hugely successful worldwide concert tour including a festival-stealing appearance at Coachella, Kraftwerk legend Ralf Hütter is pleased to announce a new UK and Ireland tour for 2026, their first UK tour […]

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          Huartan Bring Award-Winning ‘Tradtronica’ Sound to Mandela Hall, Belfast – October 24th

          October 2, 2025

          Winners of the NI Music Prize 2024 Live Act of the Year, Belfast-based ‘tradtronica’ group Huartan have been breathing new life into ancient words and melodies. Since 2023, they have been captivating audiences with their […]

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          Editors’ Tom Smith Shares New Single “Leave” from Forthcoming Solo Debut Album

          October 1, 2025

          Editors front-person, Tom Smith, has today released “Leave”, the latest single from his forthcoming debut solo album, There Is Nothing In The Dark That Isn’t There In The Light which is released on Play It […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash - Ad Astra
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash – Ad Astra

          October 3, 2025

          Perennial 90’s power-pop heroes Ash return this autumn with their ninth studio album, Ad Astra. Now well into their fourth decade together, Tim Wheeler, Mark Hamilton and Rick McMurray continue to show that their knack […]

          Idlewild
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Idlewild – ‘Idlewild’

          October 3, 2025

          The band’s tenth album is their first self-titled release, and it just so happens to be a collection of songs that reflects their majestic, melodic beauty. For a band to reach a tenth record is […]

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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
          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: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles Credit: Triffin Constantine
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          LIVE REVIEW: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles

          September 22, 2025

          Sludge, prog, and post-metal band Baroness played an emotional set at Lodge Room in the Highland Park neighbourhood of Los Angeles on Saturday, September 20th. The night was one of remembrance, playing their first two […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate "Inertia" with High-Energy London Launch Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate “Inertia” with High-Energy London Launch Show

          September 10, 2025

          To mark the release of their new album Inertia, Pendulum’s Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen brought an electrifying DJ set to HERE at Outernet in London on September 5th. The Australian outfit has long been […]

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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 […]

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          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square

          August 17, 2025

          Putting the Fast in Belfast 7 once again proved why it has become a staple of the city’s summer music calendar. A packed Custom House Square buzzed with anticipation as fans from across generations gathered […]

          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, […]

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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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          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

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          Stephen Moore
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        • Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of "Ad Astra" | XS Noize Podcast #248
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          Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of “Ad Astra” | XS Noize Podcast #248

          October 1, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Rick McMurray looks back on 30 years of Ash and the rocket-fuel energy behind their new album Ad Astra. From teenage beginnings in Downpatrick to global stages, […]

          The Jacques
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          Finn O’Brien on The Jacques’ New Album “Make Repetition!” | XS Noize Podcast #247

          September 28, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “Will would be proud of us, and he’d never have wanted his loss to stop us doing what we love.” — Finn O’Brien, […]

          Gary Numan
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          Gary Numan on “Telekon” at 45, Wembley Ghosts & His Glastonbury Debut | XS Noize Podcast #246

          September 24, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube In Episode #246 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Gary Numan — one of electronic music’s true pioneers — for a powerful conversation marking the 45th […]

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SPECTOR announce compilation EP 'Non Fiction', released 29th April
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SPECTOR announce compilation EP ‘Non Fiction’, released 29th April

February 19, 2020 XS Noize

Spector are excited to announce Non-Fiction, a new compilation set to be released physically for the first time. Non-Fiction is a compilation of the band’s last three EP’s, released between 2017 and 2019, including the […]

SAM LEE releases the official video for ‘The Garden Of England’ - Watch Now 2
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LIVE REVIEW: Sam Lee at EartH, Hackney, London

February 18, 2020 Michael Barron

As the crowd entered the seven hundred and fifty capacity Evolutionary Arts Hackney venue one could not miss a slogan deliberately laid down on the stage: “No Music On A Dead Planet”. It was clear […]

PURITY RING announce their third album WOMB out April 3rd 1
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PURITY RING announce their third album WOMB out April 3rd

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

After more than five years, Purity Ring have returned to announce their third album. WOMB will be released on April 3rd via 4AD and is entirely written, recorded, produced and mixed by the duo of […]

BRIGHT EYES Announce 2020 World Tour
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BRIGHT EYES Announce 2020 World Tour

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Bright Eyes have shared details of a forthcoming world tour, with an extensive run across North America. Full list of dates below. Tickets on-sale February 21st at 12:00 PM EST. After a 9 year […]

THE LOSING TOUCH announce new single ‘Through the Night’ out 13 March
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THE LOSING TOUCH announce new single ‘Through the Night’ out 13 March

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

The Losing Touch had an accomplished debut year in 2019, having played sold-out gigs in Liverpool, Leeds and in their hometown of Barnsley twice. The band released their debut EP, entitled ‘Midnight Again’ on October […]

THE GARDEN announce their fourth studio album 'Kiss My Super Bowl Ring' out March 13
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THE GARDEN announce their fourth studio album ‘Kiss My Super Bowl Ring’ out March 13

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

The Garden (Wyatt and Fletcher Shears) have announced their fourth studio album Kiss My Super Bowl Ring due out March 13 via Epitaph. Though primarily self-produced, the album includes tracks co-produced by Dylan Brady, and […]

Electro Funk collective THE WINACHI TRIBE tease upcoming single 'Funky But Chic'
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Electro Funk collective THE WINACHI TRIBE tease upcoming single ‘Funky But Chic’

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

One of the U.K’s most unique bands teams up with one of Italy’s most iconic fashion brands for an exciting collaboration!!! Spring // Summer 2020 will see Electro Funk collective ‘The Winachi Tribe’ embark on […]

THE CINEMATIC ORCHESTRA announce 'TO BELIEVE REMIXES' out 6th March 1
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THE CINEMATIC ORCHESTRA announce ‘TO BELIEVE REMIXES’ out 6th March

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

In celebration of last year’s critically acclaimed album, ‘To Believe’, The Cinematic Orchestra are set to release “To Believe Remixes” digital album on 6th March plus two 12” vinyl releases featuring select remixes due out […]

ARIEL PINK announces the second instalment of Ariel Pink Archives 1
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ARIEL PINK announces the second instalment of Ariel Pink Archives

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

Ariel Pink announces the second instalment of Ariel Pink Archives, comprised of The Doldrums, Worn Copy and House Arrest out on 24 April on Mexican Summer. Representing Ariel Pink’s most classic recordings as Ariel Pink’s […]

SIMPLY RED Reveal ‘Tonight (0AM Mix)’ - Listen Now
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SIMPLY RED Reveal ‘Tonight (0AM Mix)’ – Listen Now

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

With a huge Autumn 2020 tour announced, Simply Red today release a new (0AM Mix) of ‘Tonight’. The track is taken from their 12th studio album, ‘Blue Eyed Soul’, which came out last year on […]

THE DAMNED return in 2018 with both new material and an extensive UK tour
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THE DAMNED announce a string of UK headline appearances for May 2020

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

The greatest surviving British punk band THE DAMNED have announced a string of UK headline appearances for May 2020. Special guests for these show are yet to be announced, tickets go on sale this Friday […]

FEET Announce UK Headline Tour Dates for May 2020
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FEET Announce UK Headline Tour Dates for May 2020

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

Currently, on tour with Inhaler, FEET have announced new headline tour dates across the UK this May. Having been back in the studio earlier this year, the band will preview brand new material across 7 live dates, […]

US country star, SCOTTY MCCREERY announces headline show at The Limelight1 on Friday, May 22nd
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US country star, SCOTTY MCCREERY announces headline show at The Limelight1 on Friday, May 22nd

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

US country star, Scotty McCreery is pleased to announce a headline show at The Limelight1 on Friday, May 22nd 2020. Scotty has gained fans around the globe and earned two No. 1 hits in America […]

IN FOCUS: Supergrass + Hunkpapa @ Ulster Hall Belfast 6
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS: Supergrass + Hunkpapa @ Ulster Hall Belfast

February 18, 2020 Conor Kinahan

The Legendary Supergrass came to Belfast’s iconic Ulster Hall on Monday night, leaving not a single seat free. Our Photographer Conor Kinahan was there to capture the night, take a look below.       […]

THE PALE WHITE return with huge new single 'Polaroid'
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THE PALE WHITE return with huge new single ‘Polaroid’

February 17, 2020 XS Noize

The Pale White have returned with huge new single ‘Polaroid.’ ‘The track is the latest surprise release from the Newcastle trio and follows the gargantuan ‘Swim For Your Life’, which dropped around the band’s huge […]

ANNA CALVI shares 'Eden' featuring Charlotte Gainsbourg
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ANNA CALVI shares ‘Eden’ featuring Charlotte Gainsbourg

February 17, 2020 XS Noize

Anna Calvi announced her new release Hunted last month; set for release on March 6th, Hunted features reworkings of seven tracks from Hunter – Calvi’s Mercury Prize-nominated third album from 2018. Distilling the songs to […]

FOO FIGHTERS Drummer TAYLOR HAWKINS On How He Almost Joined GUNS ‘N ROSES 3
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The GUNS N’ ROSES Tour Just Got Bigger

February 17, 2020 XS Noize

When Guns n’ Roses go on tour, it’s big news. When they eventually get around to releasing their long-promised new album, it will be even bigger news – but we know from past experience not […]

DAPHNE GUINNESS releases a new single, ‘Hallucinations’ - Listen Now
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DAPHNE GUINNESS releases a new single, ‘Hallucinations’ – Listen Now

February 17, 2020 XS Noize

Daphne Guinness today releases a new single, ‘Hallucinations’, alongside the announcement of her much-anticipated third studio album, ‘Revelations’, due out via Agent Anonyme/Absolute in 2020. Daphne recorded the album at Les Studios Saint Germain, Paris […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Gigi Masin – Calypso
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ALBUM REVIEW: Gigi Masin – Calypso

February 17, 2020 David Ham

The Italian, Venetian born composer, Gigi Masin has probably moved into the veteran category in the world of electronic ambient music. “Wind” was his debut album, it was privately pressed in 1986. Unfortunately, Masin’s house […]

American country music singer-songwriter, ASHLEY MCBRYDE announces headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Tuesday, September 1st
Gigs

American country music singer-songwriter, ASHLEY MCBRYDE announces headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Tuesday, September 1st

February 17, 2020 XS Noize

American country music singer-songwriter, Ashley McBryde is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Tuesday, September 01st 2020. Lauded by The New York Times as “an alluringly flexible singer, fluent […]

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