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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 […]

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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
          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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        • 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
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          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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DECLAN MCKENNA Announces new album, 'Zeros' out 15th May
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DECLAN MCKENNA Announces new album, ‘Zeros’ out 15th May

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

Declan McKenna is very pleased to share details of his second album, released in the Spring. Zeros is released on the 15th May 2020 through Columbia Records. It was recorded out in Nashville, produced by […]

THE MURDER CAPITAL begin UK tour this month
Gigs

THE MURDER CAPITAL begin UK tour this month

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

Hot on the heels of a breakthrough 2019 for the band, The Murder Capital begins the UK leg of their European tour on the 13th February in Leeds. The tour follows the release of their […]

COCTEAU TWINS: Garlands & Victorialand LP Represses Coming This March 3
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COCTEAU TWINS: Garlands & Victorialand LP Represses Coming This March

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

20th March will see 4AD repress two more albums from Cocteau Twins on vinyl – their 1982 debut Garlands and 1986’s Victorialand. This means that with the exception of The Moon and the Melodies (their […]

BRAND NEW FRIEND play their biggest Belfast headline show to date at Voodoo on Saturday 14th March 2020
Gigs

BRAND NEW FRIEND play their biggest Belfast headline show to date at Voodoo on Saturday 14th March 2020

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

Brand New Friend break into 2020 in style with the release of brand new EP: ‘A Cure For Living’ and the announcement of their biggest Belfast headline show to date at Voodoo on Saturday 14th […]

JEFF LYNNE’S ELO adds DHANI HARRISON to 2020 ‘From Out of Nowhere’ UK tour
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JEFF LYNNE’S ELO adds DHANI HARRISON to 2020 ‘From Out of Nowhere’ UK tour

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

Following the announcement of his autumn 2020 European tour, Jeff Lynne has today announced that Dhani Harrison will be joining the European tour in 2020. The highly anticipated ‘From Out of Nowhere’ tour will include […]

DAN CROLL Announces Spring 2020 live dates + shares video for ‘Stay In L.A.’ 2
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DAN CROLL Announces Spring 2020 live dates + shares video for ‘Stay In L.A.’

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

Dan Croll today announces a string of lives dates for Spring 2020, including shows in London, Paris, New York and L.A. Ticket pre-sale available from 10 am today, general on-sale from 10 am Friday 31st […]

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release brand new single ‘Blue Moon Rising’ - Listen Now
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release brand new single ‘Blue Moon Rising’ – Listen Now

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds have today released brand new single ‘Blue Moon Rising’, the title track from the forthcoming EP of the same name. Noel says of the single: “How it manages to combine […]

INTERVIEW: Embrace singer Danny McNamara on the 21st anniversary of 'The Good Will Out'
New Music

EMBRACE to reissue early albums on vinyl on 6th March

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

Indie heroes Embrace have announced their first three albums will be reissued on vinyl for the first time since their original release. The titles – The Good Will Out, Drawn From Memory and If You’ve […]

US superstar NELLY announces headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Saturday 21st March 2020 1
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US superstar NELLY announces headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Saturday 21st March 2020

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

US superstar Nelly is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Saturday 21st March 2020. Nelly hit the world with a bang when he emerged with his debut album ‘Country […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Pet Shop Boys - Hotspot
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Pet Shop Boys – Hotspot

January 30, 2020 Lee Campbell

Hotspot from the Pet Shop Boys is their open, roller-coaster love-letter to Germany and more specifically, Berlin – a city that has spawned their last three releases, all produced by Stuart Price. Tennant and Lowe […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Victorias Flight - 'Love Will Come Back'
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TRACK PREMIERE: Victorias Flight – ‘Love Will Come Back’

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

XS Noize is pleased to premiere  ‘Love Will Come Back’ from Victorias Flight. The band consists of childhood friends Matt Robertson and Craig Harkness. They have established a loyal and growing fanbase in their hometown […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Destroyer - Have We Met
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Destroyer – Have We Met

January 29, 2020 Lori Gava

Dan Bejar, the man behind the musical entity Destroyer, has always been the master of apt sarcastic, lyrical ennui set to engaging sonics. On January 31st under his Destroyer moniker, he will release his inspired […]

Sheffield four piece PUREST announce new single on the 25 Hour Convenience Store label
New Music

Sheffield four piece PUREST announce new single on the 25 Hour Convenience Store label

January 29, 2020 XS Noize

Sheffield four-piece PUREST have announced that they will release a new single on the 25 Hour Convenience Store label on the 21st of February 2020. ‘Give Up’, the follow up to last year’s ‘Forever’ single, […]

LITTLE DRAGON return with their new studio album, 'New Me, Same Us' on 27th March 1
Gigs

LITTLE DRAGON return with their new studio album, ‘New Me, Same Us’ on 27th March

January 29, 2020 XS Noize

Little Dragon return with their new studio album, “New Me, Same Us”. Entirely self-produced and recorded at their long-term home-built studio in Gothenburg, it’s the sound of a band going back to basics and falling […]

OCTOBER DRIFT share acoustic video for 'Oh The Silence' 1
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OCTOBER DRIFT share acoustic video for ‘Oh The Silence’

January 29, 2020 XS Noize

October Drift has shared the acoustic video for their new single, ‘Oh The Silence’, the latest track to be taken from their debut album Forever Whatever, out now via Physical Education Records. Utilising the vibrant […]

Sir VAN MORRISON returns to the Millennium Forum on Sunday 10th May as part of The City of Derry Jazz Festival
Gigs

Sir VAN MORRISON returns to the Millennium Forum on Sunday 10th May as part of The City of Derry Jazz Festival

January 29, 2020 XS Noize

Music legend Sir Van Morrison makes a welcome return to the Millennium Forum on Sunday 10 May as part of The City of Derry Jazz Festival. The multi-award-winning singer, composer and performer will be showcasing […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Generation Dude - 'Top Of The Heap'
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TRACK PREMIERE: Generation Dude – ‘Top Of The Heap’

January 29, 2020 XS Noize

Irreverent rock duo Generation Dude get refreshingly nostalgic on their upcoming EP Crimes Against Yourself, due for release on 21st February 2020. Throughout the EP, the duo combines elements of classic rock, blues and folk […]

FONTAINES D.C. Announce Live shows in Belfast & Cork in May
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FONTAINES D.C. Announce Live shows in Belfast & Cork in May

January 28, 2020 XS Noize

Following their recent show at the Ulster Hall which sold out instantly tickets were released and forthcoming multiple sold-out shows including Iveagh Gardens, Dublin on 4th July, Fontaines D.C. have announced two more shows for […]

GAVIN JAMES returns with his largest headline Belfast show  at Custom House Square on Saturday 22nd August
Gigs

GAVIN JAMES returns with his largest headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Saturday 22nd August

January 28, 2020 XS Noize

Following his SOLD OUT show at the Ulster Hall in 2019, Gavin James returns with his largest headline Belfast show to date at Custom House Square on Saturday 22nd August 2020. Gavin’s total streams are […]

BLOSSOMS announce two new album launch shows in Manchester & Liverpool
Gigs

BLOSSOMS reveal video for their new single ‘If You Think This Is Real Life’ – Watch Now

January 27, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their new single If You Think This Is Real Life and its accompanying video. The video was directed by Michael Holyk, who has worked with the likes of Jake Bugg and […]

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