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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 […]

          Little Barrie
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          Little Barrie Announce ‘Gravity Freeze’ Out 22 May 2026 – Hear ‘More Bad Miles Of Road’

          February 26, 2026

          Little Barrie announce details of their new album Gravity Freeze, released Friday 22nd May 2026 on Easy Eye Sound. The trio, fronted by in-demand guitarist Barrie Cadogan, also have today shared the first single, ‘More […]

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

          February 26, 2026

          Peter Gabriel will release the live album ‘In The Big Room’ on 13 March 2026. In The Big Room captures Peter Gabriel and band recorded live in the Big Room at Real World Studios on […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine - Hen’s Teeth
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine – Hen’s Teeth

          February 23, 2026

          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
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing – A Short History Of Decay

          February 20, 2026

          Philadelphia shoegaze standard-bearers Nothing return in 2026 with A Short History Of Decay, a record that feels less like a reinvention and more like a reaffirmation of everything they’ve quietly perfected over the past decade […]

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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 […]

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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: 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 […]

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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 […]

        • 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
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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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        • 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 […]

          :Panic :Over
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          INTERVIEW: :Panic :Over Are Turning Northern Irish Indie Into a Global Sound

          October 16, 2025

          Neal McClelland meets the Northern Irish band whose anthemic sound is turning heads from Belfast to Tokyo. There’s something electric about catching a band right before liftoff — that mix of confidence, humour, and disbelief […]

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          Archive’s Dave Pen on ‘Glass Minds’ and evolving after 30 years | XS Noize Podcast #272

          February 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dave Pen of Archive to talk about Glass Minds — the band’s 13th studio album and a bold new chapter in a […]

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

          February 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club to revisit Howl — the band’s third album and a bold creative left turn […]

          Mark Shaw - Then Jerico | XS Noize Podcast #270
          Podcast

          Mark Shaw of Then Jerico on The Return, legacy, and bringing the full band show to Ireland | XS Noize Podcast #270

          February 10, 2026

          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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TRACK PREMIERE: DejaVilla – 'Gravy' featuring Runkus
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TRACK PREMIERE: DejaVilla – ‘Gravy’ featuring Runkus

December 11, 2020 Randall Radic

Electronic/reggae duo DejaVilla introduces their new single, “Gravy,” featuring Runkus, via Ultra Music, a tasty blend of hip-hop, reggae, Afrobeats, and dance tinctures. Made up of two artists – David Marston and Sarah Couch – […]

BLOSSOMS share their brand-new short film 'Christmas Eve (Soul Purpose)' - Watch Now!
New Music

BLOSSOMS share their brand-new short film ‘Christmas Eve (Soul Purpose)’ – Watch Now!

December 11, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their brand-new, short film Christmas Eve (Soul Purpose), created by Edwin Burdis (Arctic Monkeys’ Four out of Five) and animated by Astrid Goldsmith of Mock Duck Studios. As well as vocal […]

STEVEN WILSON announces new tour dates for 2021, ahead of forthcoming album 'THE FUTURE BITES'
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STEVEN WILSON announces new tour dates for 2021, ahead of forthcoming album ‘THE FUTURE BITES’

December 11, 2020 XS Noize

Steven Wilson has announced an extensive tour in support of his forthcoming sixth album, The Future Bites (due January 29th 2021). Steven Wilson played 145 dates in support of his 2017 album To The Bone […]

Cultural Specificities: What Kind of Music Is Listened to in Different Countries
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Cultural Specificities: What Kind of Music Is Listened to in Different Countries

December 10, 2020 XS Noize

Description: What kinds of music are popular in different countries? Why do people prefer listening to different music? Let’s find out the answers. The world of music is enormous. There are dozens of various music […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Tycho - Weather Remixes
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Tycho – Weather Remixes

December 10, 2020 Randall Radic

On December 18, electronic dream-pop artist Tycho, aka Scott Hansen, will release Weather Remixes via  Mom + Pop x Ninja Tune, featuring reimagined versions of the eight tracks from last year’s Weather, the recipient of […]

BONNIE TYLER announces the release of her brand-new studio album ‘The Best Is Yet To Come’, out on February 26th, 2021 1
New Music

BONNIE TYLER announces the release of her brand-new studio album ‘The Best Is Yet To Come’, out on February 26th, 2021

December 10, 2020 XS Noize

Today Bonnie Tyler announces the release of her brand-new studio album ‘The Best Is Yet To Come’, out on February 26th, 2021 on earMUSIC. Fans will get a full first taste of the forthcoming album […]

PREMIERE: Night Without Cars share new album 'Hurry Up and Wait' - Listen Now!
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PREMIERE: Night Without Cars share new album ‘Hurry Up and Wait’ – Listen Now!

December 10, 2020 XS Noize

Since their debut, NYC 5-piece Night Without Cars has managed to build a hugely loyal online following, along with support from some of the world’s biggest platforms such as Amazon Prime, Xbox and PS4. Now, […]

THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD SHOW is coming to Belfast & Dublin next year 2
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THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD SHOW is coming to Belfast & Dublin next year

December 10, 2020 XS Noize

Having sold over four million tickets in concerts that have taken place in 35 countries, The Australian Pink Floyd Show is rightfully hailed as one of the most in-demand touring entities currently operating. The Times […]

BEAR'S DEN release new EP 'Christmas, Hopefully' today - Listen Now
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BEAR’S DEN unveil new video for their festive single ‘Christmas, Hopefully’ recorded in immersive audio

December 10, 2020 XS Noize

Following the recent release of their critically-acclaimed new EP ‘Christmas, Hopefully’, Bear’s Den have unveiled the official video for the collection’s title-track. Recorded in immersive audio, similar to surround sound, the new visuals for ‘Christmas, […]

CHSq Presents: SCOOTER ‘God Save The Rave’ Tour Live at Custom House Square, Belfast - Saturday 28th August 2021 1
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SCOOTER adds second Custom House Square, Belfast show due to phenomenal demand

December 10, 2020 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT CHSq show within minutes, we are pleased to announce a second CHSq show date for the German rave legends, Scooter. They return to Belfast with their biggest Irish headline shows to […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Winachi Tribe - ‘Time for Love – (Dave Tolan remix)’ 1
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VIDEO PREMIERE: The Winachi Tribe – ‘Time for Love – (Dave Tolan remix)’

December 10, 2020 XS Noize

The Winachi Tribe New single (Time for love) Dave Tolan remix, has a “Hanna barbera, cartoon, esq, 70s retro video released today exclusively with XS Noize. The single has been on fire reaching #55 in […]

TRACK PREMIERE: The Rubens - Masterpiece
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TRACK PREMIERE: The Rubens – Masterpiece

December 10, 2020 XS Noize

The Rubens offer up a heady dose of Australian sunshine with new track ‘Masterpiece’, an effervescent indie-pop bop designed for repeated listens and offering us the perfect respite we all need right now. They say: […]

AC/DC share music video for 'DEMON FIRE' - Watch Now!
New Music

AC/DC share music video for ‘DEMON FIRE’ – Watch Now!

December 9, 2020 XS Noize

Following the circuit-breaking release of their 18x worldwide #1 album POWER UP last month, AC/DC have unleashed hell with their brand new music video for “Demon Fire.”  For their seventeenth full-length album, the band reunited […]

EMBRACE announce 'Best Of (Live from the Cellar of Dreams)' live streamed gig & album 1
Gigs

EMBRACE announce ‘Best Of (Live from the Cellar of Dreams)’ live streamed gig & album

December 9, 2020 XS Noize

Following on from the success of their recent Out Of Nothing live-streamed gig, Embrace announce another live-streamed event and associated album release. The band will be performing a Best Of live-streamed set from their Bradford […]

THE DANDY WARHOLS celebrates the 20th Anniversary of '13 Tales From Urban Bohemia' with streamed concert 1
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THE DANDY WARHOLS celebrates the 20th Anniversary of ’13 Tales From Urban Bohemia’ with streamed concert

December 9, 2020 XS Noize

On December 30, Danny Wimmer Presents is pleased to present a global streaming event featuring beloved alternative rock group The Dandy Warhols, with a special show from their hometown of Portland, Oregon. Called “The Dandy […]

PREMIERE: Broken Forest releases Christmas single 'Stories Under the Pine Tree'
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PREMIERE: Broken Forest releases Christmas single ‘Stories Under the Pine Tree’

December 9, 2020 XS Noize

Do you know that feeling when all the Christmas rush of gifting, cooking, running around quietens down and you’re actually taking the moment to sit together with your family or friends by candlelight to share […]

INTERVIEW with STEVE ALBINI - "It's satisfying to work on something that has a long life-span and enriches lots of peoples lives" 1
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INTERVIEW with STEVE ALBINI – “It’s satisfying to work on something that has a long life-span and enriches lots of peoples lives”

December 9, 2020 Dan Volohov

For those who’ve never heard the name of Steve Albini, it would be difficult to explain who this guy is. Like billions of other questions, there are many answers to it: Analogue recording engineer, founder […]

SEVEN RED LIONS release new single 'Under the Skin' - Listen Now!
New Music

SEVEN RED LIONS release new single ‘Under the Skin’ – Listen Now!

December 9, 2020 XS Noize

Seven Red Lions is a multi-international alternative indie rock band based in London UK. The band was formed in 2015 by the lead singer and guitarist David Lion. In the same year, they released their […]

LOW ISLAND share video for new single 'In Your Arms' - Watch Now! 2
Gigs

LOW ISLAND share live version of ‘In Your Arms (Live from the Stone Room)’

December 9, 2020 XS Noize

Today, 2020 PPL Momentum artist Low Island share an intimate and captivating live version of their latest single In Your Arms (Live from the Stone Room); created with long-term collaborator Ben Ogunbiyi in rural France. […]

JOHN GARRISON shares video for ‘Blissfully Ignorant’ from new album ‘Extinguisher’
New Music

JOHN GARRISON shares video for ‘Blissfully Ignorant’ from new album ‘Extinguisher’

December 9, 2020 XS Noize

There is no escape from the bad news. It’s on every newsstand, every TV screen, in every conversation, on every social media page, with 24-hour news updates to remind us. There is no escape. There […]

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