Skip to main content
Trending
  • Belfast Hosts Inaugural Northern Ireland Events Summit Bringing Together Industry Leaders
  • Violet Grohl announces debut album ‘Be Sweet To Me’ and shares new song “595”
  • ALBUM REVIEW: Prostitute – Attempted Martyr
  • The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe
  • Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275
XS Noize | Independent Music News
  • News
        • Northern Ireland Event Summit
          News

          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”
          News

          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
          News

          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 […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          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 […]

        • Book Reviews

          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
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          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 […]

  • Interviews
        • Elles Bailey
          Interviews

          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
          Interviews

          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
          Interviews

          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
          Podcast

          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
          Podcast

          “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 […]

  • About Us
  • Contribute
  • Home
  • 2020
  • 12
  • Page
  • 2

Month: December 2020

MOGWAI announce special live performance premiere of new LP 'AS THE LOVE CONTINUES' on 13th February 2021 1
Gigs

MOGWAI announce special live performance premiere of new LP ‘AS THE LOVE CONTINUES’ on 13th February 2021

December 17, 2020 XS Noize

Mogwai today announce a very special live performance premiere of their tenth studio album As The Love Continues, performed and recorded at Tramway in their hometown of Glasgow. The performance will be broadcast worldwide at […]

PETE TONG and THE HERITAGE ORCHESTRA present the first ever global live stream event from the floor of London's O2 Arena 3
Gigs

PETE TONG and THE HERITAGE ORCHESTRA present the first ever global live stream event from the floor of London’s O2 Arena

December 17, 2020 XS Noize

Last week world-renowned DJ and dance music institution Pete Tong, Jules Buckley & The Heritage Orchestra unloaded into London’s empty O2 Arena to record a once in a lifetime edition of their annual sell-out show […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Crash Cathedral – Fangs
Exclusive!

TRACK PREMIERE: Crash Cathedral – Fangs

December 17, 2020 Randall Radic

Philadelphia-based alt-pop outfit Crash Cathedral introduces their brand-new single, “Fangs,” following on the heels of their debut single, “MoodRing.” According to the band, “‘Fangs’ was written to feel brooding and a little ‘sexy,’ incorporating elements […]

RINGO STARR releases new single 'Here’s To The Nights' from upcoming EP Zoom In 1
New Music

RINGO STARR releases new single ‘Here’s To The Nights’ from upcoming EP Zoom In

December 16, 2020 XS Noize

As this crazy year comes to a close, Ringo is offering a song of peace, love and friendship – “Here’s To The Nights” available today as a single with the video coming Friday, December 18. […]

Legendary British vocalist PAUL CARRACK to stream special festive concert this Christmas Eve
Gigs

Legendary British vocalist PAUL CARRACK to stream special festive concert this Christmas Eve

December 16, 2020 XS Noize

The legendary British vocalist Paul Carrack (Mike + The Mechanics, Ace) has announced he is to stream a very special performance of festive favourites this Christmas Eve. Billed as ‘Christmas with Paul Carrack’, Carrack is […]

GENERATION are back with a video for second single 'Tokyo' - Watch Now!
New Music

GENERATION are back with a video for second single ‘Tokyo’ – Watch Now!

December 16, 2020 XS Noize

The unrelenting spirit of wayward youth, burnished decadence and fizzing unpredictability arrive neatly packaged as Liverpool’s ferocious punk duo Generation announce their second single Tokyo, lifted from their upcoming debut mini-album Suicidal Champagne. Tip-toeing back […]

EVERYTHING EVERYTHING share dystopian skateboarding zombies video for 'Black Hyena'
New Music

EVERYTHING EVERYTHING share dystopian skateboarding zombies video for ‘Black Hyena’

December 16, 2020 XS Noize

Everything Everything has today shared the dystopian video for ‘Black Hyena’ starring skateboarding zombies. ‘Black Hyena’ features on Everything Everything’s new album RE-ANIMATOR, which emerged to widespread critical acclaim this summer with many hailing the […]

THE UNDERTONES announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, December 18th 2021 1
Gigs

THE UNDERTONES announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, December 18th 2021

December 16, 2020 XS Noize

Local legends The Undertones are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, December 18th 2021. Tickets on sale Friday 18th December at 10 am from Ticketmaster.ie The Undertones emerged from […]

TAME IMPALA shares video for 'Breathe Deeper' - Watch Now!
New Music

TAME IMPALA shares video for ‘Breathe Deeper’ – Watch Now!

December 15, 2020 XS Noize

Today Tame Impala (Kevin Parker) shares the official video for “Breathe Deeper.” The track is taken from The Slow Rush, his fourth album as Tame Impala which was released in February to world-wide critical acclaim. […]

ALICE COOPER releases 'Our Love Will Change The World' from his upcoming new studio album Detroit Stories 2
New Music

ALICE COOPER releases ‘Our Love Will Change The World’ from his upcoming new studio album Detroit Stories

December 15, 2020 XS Noize

Today Alice Cooper releases the second single from his upcoming new studio album Detroit Stories, which will be released on February 26th, 2021 on earMUSIC. The song is accompanied by a lyric video. “Our Love […]

NOAH CYRUS releases video for new single 'All Three' 1
New Music

NOAH CYRUS releases video for new single ‘All Three’

December 15, 2020 XS Noize

Following her recent GRAMMY® nomination for Best New Artist, RCA Records UK artist Noah Cyrus has released her latest single “All Three,” as well as an accompanying music video, revealed today. The new single follows […]

PREMIERE: London Rapper, YELLA TZAIRI Returns With New ‘Prisoner’ EP
Album Stream

PREMIERE: London Rapper, YELLA TZAIRI Returns With New ‘Prisoner’ EP

December 15, 2020 XS Noize

London based rapper Yella Tzairi is back with her second EP ‘Prisoner’. The Camden born and raised artist mixes Hip Hop, RnB and Pop to great effect, fusing contemporary rap with melodic hooks to create […]

INTERVIEW with rising Irish singer-songwriter LILLA VARGEN
Featured Interview

INTERVIEW with rising Irish singer-songwriter LILLA VARGEN

December 15, 2020 XS Noize

Having accumulated 30 million streams and completed a huge arena tour as a guest to Dermot Kennedy, Lilla Vargen is one of Ireland’s fastest rising new talents. After a break this Summer writing and recording, […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Ron Gallo - 'Hide (Myself Behind You)' Boyo Remix 1
Exclusive!

TRACK PREMIERE: Ron Gallo – ‘Hide (Myself Behind You)’ Boyo Remix

December 15, 2020 XS Noize

Los Angeles lo-fi pop artist, BOYO, has remixed the first single “HIDE (MYSELF BEHIND YOU)” from Ron Gallo’s forthcoming album “PEACEMEAL”. This collaboration is the first of a handful lined up that will become a […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Bob Baker Sound - The Way It Is
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Bob Baker Sound – The Way It Is

December 14, 2020 XS Noize

Anything else wasn’t an option. From the age of 4, Bob Baker was always going to be a musician. Born 20 years ago in Preston, Lancashire, Bob caught the bug from his father who could […]

PUBLIC ENEMY release 'Grid' video ft Cypress Hill and George Clinton
New Music

PUBLIC ENEMY release ‘Grid’ video ft Cypress Hill and George Clinton

December 14, 2020 XS Noize

Public Enemy’s single “GRID” featuring Cypress Hill and George Clinton is a post-apocalyptic view of the world after it collapses into a technological desert after the “grid goes down” and, today, the legendary group shares […]

THE WEDDING PRESENT announce headline Belfast show at The Empire Music Hall on Sunday 24th October 2021 1
Gigs

THE WEDDING PRESENT announce headline Belfast show at The Empire Music Hall on Sunday 24th October 2021

December 14, 2020 XS Noize

British indie rock legends, The Wedding Present are pleased to announce a very special headline Belfast show on Sunday 24th October 2021 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the release of their pivotal long-player, Seamonsters. […]

ROBBIE WILLIAMS reveals the brand-new video for his latest single ‘Can’t Stop Christmas’
New Music

ROBBIE WILLIAMS reveals the brand-new video for his latest single ‘Can’t Stop Christmas’

December 14, 2020 XS Noize

Robbie Williams has today revealed the brand-new video for his latest single, ‘Can’t Stop Christmas’, which is out now on Columbia Records. The video captures the spirit of the song’s playful lyrics which reflect on […]

SILENT RUNNING release inspirational new single ‘Live Right Now’
New Music

SILENT RUNNING release inspirational new single ‘Live Right Now’

December 11, 2020 XS Noize

Silent Running have released a new single ‘Live Right Now’ – the first from the band’s forthcoming new album. The song was written by lead singer Peter Gamble who explained: “The idea for ‘Live Right […]

TAYLOR SWIFT releases 'evermore' album & 'willow' music video today 1
New Music

TAYLOR SWIFT releases ‘evermore’ album & ‘willow’ music video today

December 11, 2020 XS Noize

Today Taylor Swift releases her 9th studio album, evermore. “To put it plainly, we just couldn’t stop writing songs. To try and put it more poetically, it feels like we were standing on the edge […]

Posts pagination

« 1 2 3 … 6 »

LATEST PODCASTS

  • Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
    Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275
    March 11, 2026
  • Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274
    Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274
    March 8, 2026
  • The Dream Machine
    “We’re Always Making Music for Ourselves” — The Dream Machine on ‘Fort Perch Rock’ | XS Noize Podcast #273
    March 4, 2026
  • credit Yagub Allahverdiyev
    Archive’s Dave Pen on ‘Glass Minds’ and evolving after 30 years | XS Noize Podcast #272
    February 24, 2026
  • Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
    Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
    February 17, 2026
  • Mark Shaw - Then Jerico | XS Noize Podcast #270
    Mark Shaw of Then Jerico on The Return, legacy, and bringing the full band show to Ireland | XS Noize Podcast #270
    February 10, 2026

TOP UK MUSIC BLOG 2026

Trending Articles

  • ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles - Kiss All The Time. Disco, OccasionallyALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles – Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally March 6, 2026
  • Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274 March 8, 2026
  • Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275 March 11, 2026
  • image001The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe March 11, 2026
  • Bad BunnyBad Bunny’s 2026 World Tour: Dates, venues, tickets, and more July 25, 2025
  • Alison MoyetAlison Moyet to Play Belfast’s Waterfront Hall on November 3rd 2026 March 9, 2026
  • Global superstar ADELE returns with the release of her brand new single and video 'Easy On Me' 17 of Adele’s most successful hits August 11, 2024
  • Midge UreMidge Ure Announces New Album ‘A Man Of Two Worlds’ — Out May 8 March 10, 2026
  • YungbludFive of Yungblud’s biggest hits August 24, 2025
  • Imagine Dragons11 of Imagine Dragons’ biggest selling hits April 10, 2025

  • facebook
  • twitter
  • Youtube
  • instagram
  • Spotify
  • Terms Of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Advertise
  • Contact
  • Sitemap

Copyright © 2024 | XS Noize. Website by Skyhaven Media