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        • The Veils
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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
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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 […]

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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
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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
          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
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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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RYAN MCMULLAN announces Christmas livestream from Ulster Hall, Belfast on Sunday 27th December 1
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RYAN MCMULLAN announces Christmas livestream from Ulster Hall, Belfast on Sunday 27th December

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Ryan McMullan has announced an exciting livestream event which will take place this Christmas, on Sunday 27th Dec. Broadcast Live from the historic Ulster Hall stage, Ryan will be performing a set of music which […]

YOU ME AT SIX release new single 'SUCKAPUNCH' and announce 2021 album launch shows
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YOU ME AT SIX release new single ‘SUCKAPUNCH’ and announce 2021 album launch shows

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

You Me At Six have shared their new single and music video, ‘SUCKAPUNCH’, the title track from their highly anticipated forthcoming new album, due January 15th via Underdog Records / AWAL. The band have also […]

LIVE REVIEW: Liam Gallagher Rocks Belfast's SSE Arena 1
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LIAM GALLAGHER shares new single ‘All You’re Dreaming Of’ – Listen Now!

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Today Liam Gallagher shares his new festive single ‘All You’re Dreaming Of’. Liam co-wrote the song with Simon Aldred of Cherry Ghost with Andrew Wyatt producing. This is a timeless track and perfect for this […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Tijuana Bibles - Stateless 1
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Tijuana Bibles – Stateless

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Post-punk hypnotists Tijuana Bibles have made a surprise return with new single ‘Stateless’ accompanied by a scathing live-action animated video. To celebrate, the Coatbridge rock titans have announced a live stream taking place on Friday […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Brooks Hudgins - Lost In Conversation
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TRACK PREMIERE: Brooks Hudgins – Lost In Conversation

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Today Brooklyn-based multi-instrumentalist Brooks Hudgins shares “Lost In Conversation,” exclusively with XS Noize off of his debut album Drive Thru Communion, due out December 11th. A slower, more delicate track, “Lost In Conversation” showcases Brooks’ […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Smashing Pumpkins - CYR
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Smashing Pumpkins – CYR

November 27, 2020 Michael Barron

CYR is The Smashing Pumpkins eleventh album and part two to 2018’s Shiny and Oh So Bright, Vol. 1 / LP: No Past. No Future. No Sun. Whilst releasing subsequent parts/chapters to LP’s is nothing […]

WATCH Interview with Paul Draper on MANSUN'S 'Closed for Business' Box Set & upcoming solo album 'Cult Leader Tactics'
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WATCH Interview with Paul Draper on MANSUN’S ‘Closed for Business’ Box Set & upcoming solo album ‘Cult Leader Tactics’

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

To mark the 25th anniversary of the band, Mansun has announced details of a comprehensive 25 disc deluxe box set which collects together everything they ever recorded. Paul Draper sit’s down with XS Noize Editor-in-Chief […]

How Digitalisation has Changed the Music Industry 2
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How Digitalisation has Changed the Music Industry

November 26, 2020 XS Noize

Over the past few decades, the music industry has continuously embraced forward-thinking technological advancements. Following the rise of digitalisation, the market has changed drastically, with revolutionary concepts driving music into a new era. Few can […]

INTERVIEW with UK psychedelic indie rock quintet SUNSTACK JONES 4
Interviews

INTERVIEW with UK psychedelic indie rock quintet SUNSTACK JONES

November 25, 2020 Lee Campbell

UK psychedelic indie rock quintet Sunstack Jones have recently released their fourth LP, ‘Golden Repair’ – recorded and engineered by The Verve’s Simon Jones. Lee Campbell had a chat with Chrisy (vocals), Jules (bass) & […]

RUN DMC team up with 12on12 to release limited edition vinyl in tribute to JAM MASTER JAY 1
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RUN DMC team up with 12on12 to release limited edition vinyl in tribute to JAM MASTER JAY

November 25, 2020 XS Noize

Following their acclaimed project with Travis Scott and fashion house Saint Laurent, 12on12 announce their latest collaboration with cultural icons and hip-hop legends RUN DMC. The pioneering New York group have curated an exclusive limited […]

CASSIA share new performance of ‘Do Right (Live From The Steam Room)’ - Watch Now!
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CASSIA share new performance of ‘Do Right (Live From The Steam Room)’ – Watch Now!

November 25, 2020 XS Noize

Released earlier this year, Cassia’s ‘Do Right’ encapsulates the serene atmosphere, irresistible hooks and uplifting lyricism that have enabled the band’s word-of-mouth following to flourish throughout 2020 and has become one of their most popular […]

MALL GRAB announces headline Belfast show at SHINE @ CHSq in August 2021 1
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MALL GRAB announces headline Belfast show at SHINE @ CHSq in August 2021

November 25, 2020 XS Noize

Following his SOLD OUT ‘Looking For Trouble Reloaded’ event at The Telegraph Building last November, Australian born DJ/Producer MALL GRAB has announced his biggest Northern Irish appearance to date, with a headline show at SHINE […]

BIRDPEN announce their sixth album ‘All Function One’ 1
New Music

BIRDPEN announce their sixth album ‘All Function One’

November 25, 2020 XS Noize

BirdPen is an English alternative electronic rock band formed by Dave Pen (also a singer and guitarist in Archive) and guitarist/keyboardist Mike Bird. Written, recorded and produced by the duo and mastered by Frank Arkwright […]

WE ARE SCIENTISTS reveal video for new single 'Fault Lines'
New Music

WE ARE SCIENTISTS reveal video for new single ‘Fault Lines’

November 25, 2020 XS Noize

New York indie cult band We Are Scientists present the revealing video for new single ‘Fault Lines’, today. Unlike previous revealing moments in videos released by the band – such as Keith Murray’s state of […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Wolf & Moon - While We Ride
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Wolf & Moon – While We Ride

November 25, 2020 XS Noize

Berlin-based dream-folk duo Wolf & Moon return with their new album ‘Follow The Signs’, an affecting journey through folk, indie & electronica laced in their own unique production style. Produced alongside Swedish Grammy-nominated multi-platinum producer […]

Lalal.ai Audio Splitter Review: AI Tool for Composers, DJs and Musicians 1
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Lalal.ai Audio Splitter Review: AI Tool for Composers, DJs and Musicians

November 24, 2020 XS Noize

DJs, karaoke lovers, sound producers, professional musicians and enthusiasts sometimes need to extract vocals and backtracks from audio files. And if that’s reasonably easy to find separate acapella and instrumental tracks of popular songs, when […]

BRADFORD share video for new single 'Down-Faced Doll' - Watch Now!
New Music

BRADFORD share video for new single ‘Down-Faced Doll’ – Watch Now!

November 24, 2020 XS Noize

Today, BRADFORD premiere the haunting new video for “Down-Faced Doll”. Blending sinister imagery with pulse-quickening chase sequences, the official visuals for “Down-Faced Doll” further heighten the pitch-black themes explored by their latest single. Utilising footage […]

ARAB STRAP announce ‘As Days Get Dark’ their first album in 16 years + full UK & Irish tour
Gigs

ARAB STRAP announce ‘As Days Get Dark’ their first album in 16 years + full UK & Irish tour

November 24, 2020 XS Noize

“It’s about hopelessness and darkness,” says Aidan Moffat. “But in a fun way.” The Arab Strap frontman is speaking about the band’s seventh studio album ‘As Days Get Dark’, and their first since 2005’s ‘The […]

TAYLOR SWIFT'S “folklore: the long pond studio sessions” to premiere exclusively on Disney+ on 25th November 2
New Music

TAYLOR SWIFT’S “folklore: the long pond studio sessions” to premiere exclusively on Disney+ on 25th November

November 24, 2020 XS Noize

Taylor Swift, Aaron Dessner (The National), Jack Antonoff (Bleachers) and Justin Vernon (Bon Iver) created an album that crossed genres — a musical journey that allows us to cry and laugh, and during these trying […]

THE NATIONAL to reissue remastered early catalogue 4
New Music

THE NATIONAL to reissue remastered early catalogue

November 24, 2020 XS Noize

Twenty years on from the release of their self-titled debut album, The National are reissuing it along with 2003’s follow-up Sad Songs For Dirty Lovers and 2004’s Cherry Tree EP for release on February 26th, […]

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