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          The Milk unveil video for new single ‘The Middle’ ahead of upcoming album Borderlands

          September 10, 2025

          Today, The Milk release the video for their latest single, ‘The Middle’, the third single to be taken from their forthcoming sophisticated new album Borderlands, out 19 September on WLS Records. “The Middle’ began life […]

          Above & Beyond
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          Above & Beyond to Headline Belfast’s Telegraph Building on Saturday, November 1

          September 10, 2025

          To celebrate their new album, ‘Bigger Than All Of Us’ and following their sell-out Belfast show in 2024, Above & Beyond are pleased to announce a return to Belfast with a headline show in The […]

          The Dears
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          The Dears Announce Ninth Album “Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful!” – Out November 7

          September 10, 2025

          The Dears are today announcing their ninth studio album, Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful!, out November 7, 2025 via Next Door Records.  Their first new record since 2020’s Lovers Rock, the album arrives with praise from New […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Chameleons - Arctic Moon
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Chameleons – Arctic Moon

          September 10, 2025

          After more than two decades without new material, The Chameleons return with Arctic Moon, their fifth album proper, a seven-track collection that feels both timeless and urgently relevant. From the opening moments, it’s clear the […]

          EP REVIEW: Stephen Thomas - The Universal Me
          Album Reviews

          EP REVIEW: Stephen Thomas – The Universal Me

          September 5, 2025

          On his latest EP The Universal Me, West Virginia–born singer-songwriter Stephen Thomas refuses to be boxed in. Blending R&B, pop, country, hip-hop, and alt-rock, he crafts a sound he calls the Universal genre — fluid, […]

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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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate "Inertia" with High-Energy London Launch Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate “Inertia” with High-Energy London Launch Show

          September 10, 2025

          To mark the release of their new album Inertia, Pendulum’s Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen brought an electrifying DJ set to HERE at Outernet in London on September 5th. The Australian outfit has long been […]

          LIVE REVIEW: The Hives Light Up Nottingham with Explosive Album Launch Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Hives Light Up Nottingham with Explosive Album Launch Show

          September 2, 2025

          On August 29th, The Hives unleashed their new album The Hives The Hives Forever Forever The Hives — and to mark the occasion, they stormed into Nottingham with a short but blisteringly energetic set. Mixing […]

        • 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// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square

          August 17, 2025

          Putting the Fast in Belfast 7 once again proved why it has become a staple of the city’s summer music calendar. A packed Custom House Square buzzed with anticipation as fans from across generations gathered […]

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour

          May 20, 2025

          Legendary Canadian rocker Bryan Adams brought his unstoppable energy to Leeds on May 10th as part of his Roll With the Punches tour — and it was nothing short of a euphoric celebration of life, […]

  • 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
        • Asha Maclean
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Asha Maclean on Her Single “Yoga,” Creative Roots, and Staying True to Herself

          June 25, 2025

          Asha Maclean grew up in a deeply creative household, so it’s little surprise that she emerged as a multitalented artist in her own right. Immersed in music and dance from a young age, she first […]

          DURAN DURAN
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Roger Taylor on the Rhythm of Duran Duran: Hits, Influences & Life on the Road

          June 19, 2025

          John Kearns talks to Duran Duran –  The Duran Duran European summer tour is now in full swing. The DD truck has already rolled into cities such as Antwerp, Amsterdam and Rome and will continue […]

          Stephen Moore
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Stephen Moore on Post Death Soundtrack’s New Album & HE IS ME

          June 12, 2025

          Post Death Soundtrack, the musical project of Stephen Moore, recently unveiled his fifth album, IN ALL MY NIGHTMARES I AM ALONE, a 30-track collection of songs ranging across the stylistic spectrum, including rock, Gothic rock, […]

  • Podcast
        • Tom Smith
          Podcasts

          Editors’ Tom Smith on Debut Solo Album ‘There Is Nothing In The Dark That Isn’t There In The Light’ | XS Noize Podcast #244

          September 9, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “I wanted to be less collaborative, a bit more selfish, and make a record that’s a truer representation of the songs I write when I’m alone at the piano or guitar.” […]

          The Milk
          Podcasts

          The Milk’s Rick Nunn on new album ‘Borderlands’: Love, Loss & Cinematic Soul | XS Noize Podcast #243

          September 2, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “We wanted Borderlands to sound as big as the emotions inside it — choirs, strings, brass, the whole lot.” – Rick Nunn, The Milk Episode Overview  In Episode #243 of the […]

          John Robb: From The Stone Roses to Oasis — Writing Rock’s Biggest Stories | XS Noize Podcast #242
          Podcasts

          John Robb: From The Stone Roses to Oasis — Writing Rock’s Biggest Stories | XS Noize Podcast #242

          August 27, 2025

          In Episode #242 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with John Robb — musician, journalist, author, broadcaster, and founder of Louder Than War — about his brand-new book Live Forever: The Rise, […]

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ELEANOR K shares video for new single 'The Panic’s Over' - Watch Now
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ELEANOR K shares video for new single ‘The Panic’s Over’ – Watch Now

September 7, 2021 XS Noize

During a decade of touring with Crystal Fighters, Eleanor K was a big part of their inclusive, celebratory sound as they rose from a warehouse in east London to playing some of the world’s biggest […]

THE CORAL to play debut album in full over twelve UK dates & announce reissue plans 1
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THE CORAL to play debut album in full over twelve UK dates & announce reissue plans

September 6, 2021 XS Noize

The Coral announce their first headline tour in over three years, playing their self-titled, debut album in full over twelve UK-wide 20th Anniversary dates in March 2022, with tickets going on sale to fans at […]

THE CRANBERRIES celebrates Dolores O'Riordan's 50th birthday with 'Remembering Dolores' livestream, playlist + new video
New Music

THE CRANBERRIES celebrates Dolores O’Riordan’s 50th birthday with ‘Remembering Dolores’ livestream, playlist + new video

September 6, 2021 XS Noize

In celebration and remembrance of the late Dolores O’Riordan on 6th September 2021 which would have been her 50th birthday, UMe / Island Records in association with and with the support of the remaining members […]

LIVE REVIEW: Mew at Royal Festival Hall, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Mew at Royal Festival Hall, London

September 6, 2021 Michael Barron

In 2005, a largely unknown Danish band Mew swept the international scene with their fourth album And the Glass Handed Kites. This band’s breakthrough was unique because this effort departed from their previously more accessible […]

DAMON ALBARN announces a very special one-off show at the iconic Globe Theatre, London on 20th September
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DAMON ALBARN announces a very special one-off show at the iconic Globe Theatre, London on 20th September

September 6, 2021 XS Noize

Damon Albarn will perform a very special one-off show at the iconic Globe Theatre on the banks of London’s River Thames on Monday 20th September 2021. Ticket information here. Accompanied by his band and a string […]

MILES KANE shares ‘Don’t Let It Get You Down’ - the debut single from his forthcoming new album 'Change The Show'
Gigs

MILES KANE announces his highly anticipated return to the UK touring

September 6, 2021 XS Noize

Following the announcement that his new album, Change The Show, will be released on 21st January 2022 on BMG, Miles Kane today announces his highly anticipated return to the UK touring. Known for his energetic […]

STEREOPHONICS announce new album ‘Oochya!’ - Hear first single 'Hanging On Your Hinges' 2
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STEREOPHONICS announce new album ‘Oochya!’ – Hear first single ‘Hanging On Your Hinges’

September 6, 2021 XS Noize

Stereophonics today return with ‘Hanging On Your Hinges’. The song is the first to be unveiled from the forthcoming album ‘Oochya!’, released on 4th March 2022 via Stylus Records (through Ignition Records Ltd). As the […]

SHINE & BELSONIC announce 'EMERGE' A one off FREE 'Thank You' event for Northern Ireland music fans 1
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SHINE & BELSONIC announce ‘EMERGE’ A one off FREE ‘Thank You’ event for Northern Ireland music fans

September 5, 2021 XS Noize

Patrons must all have had a minimum of one dose of an approved COVID-19 vaccination as part of the Northern Ireland Vaccination Programme to be eligible to attend, ***(this can be done anytime up until the […]

THE SCRIPT announce a second night at The SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 14 May 2022
Gigs

THE SCRIPT announce a second night at The SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 14 May 2022

September 4, 2021 XS Noize

The Script celebrate a journey that has included five UK #1 albums, six billion streams, and over two million ticket sales with the release of the career-spanning greatest hits album ‘Tales From The Script’ on […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Big Red Machine - How Long Do You Think It’s Gonna Last?
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Big Red Machine – How Long Do You Think It’s Gonna Last?

September 3, 2021 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll be posting my most loved records and most recent purchases right here for your perusal every week. Sophomore album from the dream team duo […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Maymind - Find You
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Maymind – Find You

September 3, 2021 XS Noize

LA native Leo Maymind, returns with a more seasoned and dynamic resonance on display, ‘Find You’ ascends to new heights fusing elements of left-field electronics, hazy late-night grooves and an irreverent post-punk ethos; the accompanying […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Grant Armour - Forgotten What You Look Like
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Grant Armour – Forgotten What You Look Like

September 3, 2021 XS Noize

Greenock born, Southend-on-Sea raised director/composer Grant Armour, is now based in South East London. Grant has been travelling the world for the past 10 years making documentaries on subjects like drugs, rave culture, climate activism, […]

JASON DERULO keeps the Summer going with video for new single, 'Acapulco'
New Music

JASON DERULO keeps the Summer going with video for new single, ‘Acapulco’

September 3, 2021 XS Noize

Multi-platinum global superstar Jason Derulo keeps the summer going with today’s premiere of the irresistibly buoyant new single, “Acapulco” available now via Future History/Atlantic Records. Directed by Derulo himself, the official video sees him stranded […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: It's Karma It's Cool - Coffee Cup Circles
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: It’s Karma It’s Cool – Coffee Cup Circles

September 3, 2021 XS Noize

It’s Karma It’s Cool are a four-piece indie rock/pop band from Lincoln, UK and have delivered urgent new single ‘Coffee Cup Circles’ ahead of their sophomore album set to cause fireworks as it releases this […]

THE FEELING open up a new chapter with brand new album 'Loss. Hope. Love' - Out May 6th 2022 1
Gigs

THE FEELING open up a new chapter with brand new album ‘Loss. Hope. Love’ – Out May 6th 2022

September 3, 2021 XS Noize

In the lead up to the release of the soundtrack for the smash musical Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, composed by Dan Gillespie Sells, Ivor Novello award-winning band The Feeling have announced a new chapter in […]

Iconic singer SEAL collaborates with CLAPTONE the masked International DJ and producer on new release ‘Just A Ghost’
New Music

Iconic singer SEAL collaborates with CLAPTONE the masked International DJ and producer on new release ‘Just A Ghost’

September 3, 2021 XS Noize

‘Closer’, is Claptone’s third album, co-produced by Stuart Price (Dua Lipa, The Killers, Madonna), a body of brand-new and innovative work showcasing the next chapter in the masked man’s exploration of House with a pop […]

THE SPECIALS share video for new single 'Freedom Highway' - Watch Now
Gigs

THE SPECIALS share video for new single ‘Freedom Highway’ – Watch Now

September 3, 2021 XS Noize

The Specials whose eagerly awaited new album “Protest Songs – 1924 -2012” is released on October 1st have dropped a video for one of the album’s standout tracks “Freedom Highway”. Written by Pops Staples and […]

DAVE announces headline show at 3Arena, Dublin on 3 March 2022
Gigs

DAVE announces headline show at 3Arena, Dublin on 3 March 2022

September 3, 2021 XS Noize

Following the release of his critically acclaimed UK #1 sophomore album ‘We’re All Alone In This Together’, which had the biggest first-week sales in the UK since October 2019, Dave announces a huge 2022 UK […]

TWIN ATLANTIC announce 'Free' album anniversary show at Limelight 1 on Friday 6th May 2022 1
Gigs

TWIN ATLANTIC announce ‘Free’ album anniversary show at Limelight 1 on Friday 6th May 2022

September 3, 2021 XS Noize

Scottish rock band Twin Atlantic are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Friday 6th May 2022. The band celebrate the 10 year anniversary of their second studio album, ‘Free’ this […]

GEORGE COSBY shares new single ‘She Got It Bad’ - Listen Now
New Music

GEORGE COSBY shares new single ‘She Got It Bad’ – Listen Now

September 3, 2021 XS Noize

Bringing a romantic, cinematic grandeur to 2021’s music landscape, George Cosby sounds quite unlike anyone else. His unique voice and songs will appeal to fans of Lana Del Rey, Florence + The Machine and Arlo […]

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