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        • Northern Ireland Event Summit
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          Belfast Hosts Inaugural Northern Ireland Events Summit Bringing Together Industry Leaders

          March 12, 2026

          Professionals from across Northern Ireland’s events, hospitality and tourism sectors gathered at the W5 Lecture Theatre yesterday in Belfast for the inaugural Northern Ireland Event Summit, presented by Eventsec alongside industry partners Belsonic, Aiken Promotions, […]

          Violet Grohl announces debut album 'Be Sweet To Me' and shares new song “595”
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          Violet Grohl announces debut album ‘Be Sweet To Me’ and shares new song “595”

          March 12, 2026

          Violet Grohl announces her debut album, Be Sweet To Me, set for global release on May 29th via Auroura Records / Republic Records. Following the 2025 release of “THUM” and “Applefish,” today Violet also unleashes a new album track “595,” […]

          The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe
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          The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe

          March 11, 2026

          Following the success of the anniversary tours of the UK and North America, The Pogues are going back on the road this coming winter with dates across Germany, The Netherlands as well as the UK […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Prostitute – Attempted Martyr
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Prostitute – Attempted Martyr

          March 11, 2026

          After teasing listeners with a partial release last year, Michigan-based industrial/noise rock outfit Prostitute now formally unveil their debut album Attempted Martyr via Mute Records.  Formed around frontman Moe and drummer Andrew, Prostitute also features […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles - Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles – Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally

          March 6, 2026

          The moment has arrived at last for Harry Styles fans. Cool haircuts, ballet pumps, marathons, Italian cookery and an impeccably trousered appearance at the Brit Awards can all be set aside as HS4 has finally […]

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          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N - Esther Yi
          Book Reviews

          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 […]

        • Classic Albums

          ‘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: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre Credit Wiktoria Wolny
          Live Reviews

          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
          Live Reviews

          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 […]

        • Round Up

          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 […]

        • 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 […]

  • Gigs
        • Hans Zimmer
          Gigs

          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
          Gigs

          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
          Gigs

          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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        • Elles Bailey
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          INTERVIEW: Elles Bailey on the Story Behind ‘Can’t Take My Story Away’

          March 9, 2026

          Singer-songwriter Elles Bailey released her latest album, Can’t Take My Story Away, at the beginning of this year. Produced by Luke Potashnick, the album is deeply personal and quietly powerful—rooted in resilience, reflection, and self-ownership. […]

          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, […]

          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
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          Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275

          March 11, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Damon Minchella — founder of Ocean Colour Scene, longtime bass player for Paul Weller, and collaborator with Richard Ashcroft — to talk […]

          Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274
          Podcast

          Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274

          March 8, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with legendary U2 producer Steve Lillywhite to discuss his remarkable career working with the band and the creative process behind iconic albums including […]

          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

          March 4, 2026

          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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Month: June 2020

KATIE MELUA announces new LP 'Album No. 8'- Hear new single 'A Love Like That' 1
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KATIE MELUA announces new LP ‘Album No. 8’- Hear new single ‘A Love Like That’

June 30, 2020 XS Noize

Today sees the release of acclaimed Georgian-British singer-songwriter Katie Melua ’s latest single, “A Love Like That,” a beautifully orchestrated and gloriously cinematic exploration of love, with lyrics by Melua and production by English composer […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Eoin Dolan - June Hope
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Eoin Dolan – June Hope

June 30, 2020 XS Noize

Eoin Dolan evokes a sense of nostalgic optimism with a vintage pop sound on new EP June Hope. Inspired by early John Lennon solo material, 1960s French pop and vintage calypso compilations, June Hope charts […]

NATIVE HARROW announce new album 'Closeness' - Out 4th September
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NATIVE HARROW announce new album ‘Closeness’ – Out 4th September

June 30, 2020 XS Noize

NATIVE HARROW – the Pennsylvania duo of Devin Tuel and Stephen Harms with “twilight twang and vintage vibes” (Rolling Stone) – announce their new album Closeness, out 4 September 2020 on Loose. Featuring ten new, […]

BODY COUNT releases new radio edit of NO LIVES MATTER - Watch Video
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BODY COUNT releases new radio edit of NO LIVES MATTER – Watch Video

June 30, 2020 XS Noize

In light of current events, Body Count announces the release of their radio single “No Lives Matter” today via Century Media Records. Watch the music video for “No Lives Matter”, which is off their 2017 […]

FRANK TURNER releases a new version of NOFX’s ‘Falling In Love’ - Listen Now 1
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FRANK TURNER releases a new version of NOFX’s ‘Falling In Love’ – Listen Now

June 30, 2020 XS Noize

Today Frank Turner releases a new version of NOFX’s ‘Falling In Love’, the latest single to emerge from forthcoming split covers album ‘West Coast Vs. Wessex’. Due for release via Fat Mike’s own Fat Wreck […]

CONOR MAYNARD shares the new soulful pop single ‘Nothing But You’ - Watch Video
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CONOR MAYNARD shares the new soulful pop single ‘Nothing But You’ – Watch Video

June 30, 2020 XS Noize

Conor Maynard shares the new soulful pop single ‘Nothing But You’, which has had over 200,000 streams in 3 days. The stunning new single showcases Conor’s raw emotion and exceptional vocals. With almost 7 million […]

Before they were Famous: The Former Jobs of Pop Stars 1
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Before they were Famous: The Former Jobs of Pop Stars

June 30, 2020 XS Noize

Nobody starts life as a pop star and, arguments for nepotism aside, this usually means a person has to find their feet before they find their voice. Like us, many of the world’s biggest pop stars […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Sail By Summer - Low Tide Exit
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TRACK PREMIERE: Sail By Summer – Low Tide Exit

June 30, 2020 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Low Tide Exit’ the new single by Sail By Summer from their debut album Casual Heaven out on 24th July. Blurring the edges between indie, melodic folk-rock and […]

7 Safe and Cheap Vapes For Dummies 1
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7 Safe and Cheap Vapes For Dummies

June 30, 2020 XS Noize

With the vaping market continuing to grow, more and more people are looking to break into the trend. Many people were initially using these vapes as a replacement for tobacco, but the legalization of Marijuana […]

Retrospective: Kenny Rogers and The Gambler
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Retrospective: Kenny Rogers and The Gambler

June 29, 2020 XS Noize

Written in 1976 by Don Schiltz, ‘The Gambler’ tells the story of an encounter with a mysterious man on a train who deals in life advice through gambling metaphors. The song was recorded first by […]

INTERVIEW: Paul Weller - "I'm enjoying songwriting more than ever" 8
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INTERVIEW: Paul Weller – “I’m enjoying songwriting more than ever”

June 29, 2020 XS Noize

Widely regarded as one of the UK’s most successful songwriters, Paul Weller’s 15th solo album is set for release early in July. He speaks to Neill Barston about coping with lockdown, a dislike of music […]

Making Money with Music in the 21st Century
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Making Money with Music in the 21st Century

June 29, 2020 XS Noize

In the past 15 years, the landscape in the music industry has changed dramatically. Industry changes affect all industry players from bands and solo artists to those working behind the scenes.  Like other industries, technological […]

Art pop newcomer PSYRENA unveils surreal animated visual for 'Rainbows & Unicorns' - Watch Now
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Art pop newcomer PSYRENA unveils surreal animated visual for ‘Rainbows & Unicorns’ – Watch Now

June 29, 2020 XS Noize

Dreamy synth-based soundscapes coupled with Psyrena’s alluring vocals invokes an otherworldly experience and compliments the fantastical animated video for the song, offering a perfect respite for us all right now. Psyrena says: “Imagination is my […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Dogs Versus Shadows – This Crow Wears A Wire
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Dogs Versus Shadows – This Crow Wears A Wire

June 29, 2020 David Ham

Dogs Versus Shadows is the moniker of Lee Pylon. Probably best known as the host of the excellent radio show “Kites and Pylons.” A weekly show on Sine FM and Mixcloud, with the tag line […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Long Distance Calling - How Do We Want to Live?
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ALBUM REVIEW: Long Distance Calling – How Do We Want to Live?

June 29, 2020 Gareth O'Malley

In their 14 years together, Germans Long Distance Calling have never been ones to stand still. Since forming in 2006, the quartet – namely, David Jordan and Florian Füntman on guitar; Jan Hoffman on bass; […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Polly Scattergood - In This Moment
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Polly Scattergood – In This Moment

June 28, 2020 Amanda Stock

Electronic artist Polly Scattergood returns with her fourth studio album, In This Moment on 3rd July 2020. It’s an eagerly anticipated release following two critically acclaimed solo albums and a successful side project collaboration with […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Haim - Women In Music Pt. III
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ALBUM REVIEW: Haim – Women In Music Pt. III

June 28, 2020 Lee Campbell

Sisterly trio Haim are back with one of the most eagerly anticipated albums of 2020. It has all the California-pop weightlessness of previous releases, but this time, Danielle, Alana and Este dip their sunglasses ever […]

SECRET MACHINES announce new LP 'Awake in the Brain Chamber' - Hear new single 'Talos' Corpse' 1
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SECRET MACHINES announce new LP ‘Awake in the Brain Chamber’ – Hear new single ‘Talos’ Corpse’

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

Today, the Secret Machines announces Awake in the Brain Chamber, the band’s fourth LP and a first new release in nearly 12 years. The album will be available globally, on all streaming platforms, on Friday, […]

SEMISONIC release 'You’re Not Alone' their first new song in nearly 20 years - Listen Now 1
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SEMISONIC release ‘You’re Not Alone’ their first new song in nearly 20 years – Listen Now

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

Today, the Grammy-nominated Twin Cities-based trio Semisonic released “You’re Not Alone,” the group’s first new song in nearly 20 years. The single is the opening track from their forthcoming five-song EP You’re Not Alone out […]

JAKE BUGG releases a short film for his new track 'Rabbit Hole' - Watch Now
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JAKE BUGG releases a short film for his new track ‘Rabbit Hole’ – Watch Now

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

Jake Bugg has released a short film for his new track Rabbit Hole, which is available to watch now. Following recent track and short film Saviours Of The City, new release Rabbit Hole was written […]

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