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          Richard Ashcroft Unveils New Single “Lovin’ You” – Title Track from Forthcoming Album

          August 28, 2025

          Richard Ashcroft has spent much of the summer inspiring huge sing-alongs to classics like ‘Bitter Sweet Symphony’ and ‘The Drugs Don’t Work’ as a special guest on Oasis’s stadium tour. It inspired Louder’s review to […]

          Humanist
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          Humanist Release Deluxe Edition of “On The Edge of a Lost and Lonely World” with New Track “Everybody Needs” ft. Emily Breeze

          August 26, 2025

          Just over a year since the release of the acclaimed album On The Edge Of A Lost And Lonely World, today Humanist announce the release of an expanded deluxe edition of the LP – out today via Bella […]

          DOVES
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          DOVES reveal ‘Best of..’ track listing and announce new Sheffield and Manchester live shows

          August 26, 2025

          DOVES have revealed the name of the unreleased track set to appear on their upcoming collection of three-decade-spanning career highs, ‘So, Here We Are: Best Of Doves’, alongside the 18 other hit singles, album highlights and […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Jehnny Beth – You Heartbreaker, You
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Jehnny Beth – You Heartbreaker, You

          August 27, 2025

          Multi-disciplinary artist Jehnny Beth — singer-songwriter, TV presenter, radio host, and actor — unveils her latest long-player, You Heartbreaker, You. Recorded and produced with longtime collaborator Johnny Hostile at their 20L07 studio in France, the […]

          EP REVIEW: Rosellas – Every Beautiful Night
          Album Reviews

          EP REVIEW: Rosellas – Every Beautiful Night

          August 26, 2025

          Manchester indie-rock outfit Rosellas have been grafting hard since their first gig in July 2019. Through lockdown, COVID, and relentless touring, they’ve steadily built their reputation, selling out increasingly bigger venues and earning a loyal […]

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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: The Maccabees – All Points East
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Maccabees – All Points East

          August 26, 2025

          As All Points East drew to its final weekend, so too did the clouds of dust kicked up by Victoria Park’s well-trodden fields—so much so that a weather warning was issued, sending many festivalgoers scrambling […]

          LIVE REVIEW: RAYE – All Points East, Victoria Park, Mile End
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          LIVE REVIEW: RAYE – All Points East, Victoria Park, Mile End

          August 25, 2025

          RAYE may have narrowly missed out on the 2023 Mercury Prize for her debut My 21st Century Blues, but her sweep of six BRIT Awards the following year more than confirmed her as one of […]

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          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
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          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, […]

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        • 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 […]

          Tokio Hotel
          Gigs

          Everything you need to know about seeing Tokio Hotel perform in London

          August 16, 2025

          Get ready for an electrifying performance as the German rock band Tokio Hotel will begin their 2026 global run with a show at the iconic OVO Hydro Arena in London. Tokio Hotel is a German […]

          Lady Gaga
          Gigs

          Possible setlist for Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball Tour show in London

          August 13, 2025

          The enigmatic Lady Gaga is redefining the art of live performance with her highly anticipated Mayhem Ball Tour which began in July 2025. This is her first arena tour since 2018, bringing a theatrical, gothic-inspired […]

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

          June 12, 2025

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

          Matt Berninger (The National) on His New Solo Album ‘Get Sunk’ | XS Noize Podcast #241
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          The National’s Matt Berninger on His New Solo Album ‘Get Sunk’ & European Tour | XS Noize Podcast #241

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          In Episode #241 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with Matt Berninger — frontman of The National and acclaimed solo artist — about his brand-new album Get Sunk. Best known for his […]

          The Subways
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          The Subways: 20 Years of ‘Young For Eternity’ & What’s Next | XS Noize Podcast #240

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          In Episode #240 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Billy Lunn and Charlotte Cooper,  from The Subways, to mark the 20th anniversary of their debut album Young For Eternity and the […]

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BASTILLE announce new album GIVE ME THE FUTURE out 4th February 2022 1
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BASTILLE announce new album GIVE ME THE FUTURE out 4th February 2022

October 19, 2021 XS Noize

Give Me The Future, Bastille’s wildly ambitious and brilliantly bold new album is set for release on February 4th, 2022. To celebrate the announcement, the band releases their new single “No Bad Days,” accompanied by […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Alexander Hulme encapsulates wanderlust in cinematic folk pop single ‘Travelling’
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TRACK PREMIERE: Alexander Hulme encapsulates wanderlust in cinematic folk pop single ‘Travelling’

October 19, 2021 XS Noize

Fast-rising singer and songwriter Alexander Hulme anticipates his debut EP ‘Slow Down’, with cinematic new single ‘Travelling’. ‘Travelling’ brings an unexpected twist to Alexander’s folk-pop genesis, whilst channelling more of that warm and effervescent energy […]

DURAN DURAN share ‘Anniversary’ from forthcoming album, 'Future Past' 1
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DURAN DURAN share groundbreaking new video for ‘ANNIVERSARY’

October 19, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Duran Duran share the incredible new video for ‘ANNIVERSARY’, directed by BAFTA-winning artist, photographer and filmmaker, Alison Jackson, whose widely published work explores the cult of celebrity, using highly-styled lookalikes and actors. ANNIVERSARY is […]

KATIE MELUA announces ‘Acoustic Album No. 8’ - a collection of acoustic reworkings of her acclaimed 2020 release ‘Album No.8’
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KATIE MELUA announces ‘Acoustic Album No. 8’ – a collection of acoustic reworkings of her acclaimed 2020 release ‘Album No.8’

October 19, 2021 XS Noize

Georgian-British singer-songwriter and musician Katie Melua is set to release ‘Acoustic Album No. 8’, a collection of acoustic reworkings of her acclaimed 2020 release ‘Album No.8’, on November 26th 2021. Produced by Zurab Melua, these […]

DANKO reveal the video for debut single ‘Rattlesnake’ - Watch Now
New Music

DANKO reveal the video for debut single ‘Rattlesnake’ – Watch Now

October 19, 2021 XS Noize

From a searing, widescreen landscape emerges Danko: a group of outlaws brandishing a deadly arsenal of blistering guitars, stabbing horns, churning organs, and a pioneering spirit as epic and audacious as the sound they collectively […]

The Oh Yeah Music Centre has announced details of this year's NI Music Prize event and line up 1
Gigs

The Oh Yeah Music Centre has announced details of this year’s NI Music Prize event and line up

October 19, 2021 XS Noize

The Oh Yeah Music Centre has announced details of this year’s NI Music Prize event and line up. After a year away from the stage due to Covid-19, the event will return to the Ulster […]

LIVE REVIEW: Nothing But Thieves - 16th October 2021 at Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Nothing But Thieves – 16th October 2021 at Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham

October 18, 2021 Alina Salihbekova

Nothing But Thieves is an indie-rock band formed in 2012 in Essex, UK. Currently, the band is one of the most successful indie acts and this year’s tour is proof of that. The show in […]

OASIS reveal previously unseen performance footage of ‘Live Forever’ live at Knebworth 1996
New Music

OASIS unveil ‘Some Might Say’ Live at Knebworth

October 18, 2021 XS Noize

Oasis have today unveiled a live version of ‘Some Might Say’, recorded on the second night of their two legendary 1996 Knebworth performances. The track is from the forthcoming live album ‘Oasis Knebworth 1996’ presented […]

ELEANOR K shares new single ‘Cry In Givenchy’ - Listen Now
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ELEANOR K shares new single ‘Cry In Givenchy’ – Listen Now

October 18, 2021 XS Noize

Eleanor K’s recent singles ‘The Panic’s Over’ and ‘All In’ have presented a beguiling taste of what to expect from her debut album ‘Everytime’s The Last Time’, which will follow in 2022. The two songs […]

Newcomer GIA LILY shares her debut single 'Signs' - Listen Now
New Music

Newcomer GIA LILY shares her debut single ‘Signs’ – Listen Now

October 18, 2021 XS Noize

22-year-old newcomer Gia Lily has inspired a passionate and ever-growing fanbase by writing songs and collaborating with fans via TikTok. That personal touch, boosted by piano tutorials and a bright, engaging personality, resulted in a phenomenal reaction. She has […]

ZHEANI has shared the video for highly anticipated new single 'F**k the Hollywood Cult'
New Music

ZHEANI has shared the video for highly anticipated new single ‘F**k the Hollywood Cult’

October 18, 2021 XS Noize

Zheani has shared the visceral and highly anticipated new single ‘Fuck the Hollywood Cult.’ Produced and engineered again by King Yosef and Mik Shida with additional production and mixing from Catherine Marks ‘Fuck The Hollywood Cult’ was […]

UK rock group YONAKA announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 4th February 2022
Gigs

UK rock group YONAKA announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 4th February 2022

October 18, 2021 XS Noize

UK rock group Yonaka are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 04th February 2022. The Brighton four-piece released their new mixtape called ‘Seize The Power’ earlier this year. Sometimes […]

RICHARD ASHCROFT announces two more live acoustic evenings of his classic songs
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Richard Ashcroft at London Palladium

October 17, 2021 Michael Barron

Just three days before Richard Ashcroft’s 50th birthday XS Noize announced that he would release a new LP of his acoustic hits. With The Verve’s Urban Hymns just one year away from its 25th anniversary, […]

INTERVIEW: DMA’S guitarist Johnny Took on their recent surprise EP & UK and Ireland tour
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INTERVIEW: DMA’S guitarist Johnny Took on their recent surprise EP & UK and Ireland tour

October 16, 2021 XS Noize

In episode #55 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with DMA’S guitarist Johnny Took. Johnny discusses their UK and Ireland tour, songwriting and their recent surprise EP ‘I Love You Unconditionally, […]

JAMES MORRISON announces details of his first-ever ‘Greatest Hits’ album 2
Gigs

JAMES MORRISON announces details of his first-ever ‘Greatest Hits’ album

October 15, 2021 XS Noize

After announcing details of a ‘Greatest Hits’ tour which commences in March 2022, James Morrison is excited to announce details of his first-ever ‘Greatest Hits’ album, which will be released on 11th February 2022. He […]

PRIMAL SCREAM share new video for ‘Shine Like Stars’ Andrew Weatherall Remix
Gigs

PRIMAL SCREAM share new video for ‘Shine Like Stars’ Andrew Weatherall Remix

October 15, 2021 XS Noize

Primal Scream complete a retrospective campaign celebrating the 30th anniversary of their classic 1991 album ‘Screamadelica’ with today’s release of ‘Demodelica’ album. Featuring early demos and work in progress mixes of the majority of the […]

THE HORRORS announce ‘Against The Blade’ EP - Out November 5th 1
Gigs

THE HORRORS announce ‘Against The Blade’ EP – Out November 5th

October 15, 2021 XS Noize

Following the lauded release of their subversive 3 track ‘Lout’ EP earlier this year, The Horrors today announce another EP ‘Against The Blade’ alongside the release of its title track, out now via Wolf Tone/Fiction. […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Sinéad O’Connor - I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Sinéad O’Connor – I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got

October 15, 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 angel-voiced Dublin lass. […]

IST IST share engulfing new track 'Extreme Greed' - Watch Video
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IST IST share engulfing new track ‘Extreme Greed’ – Watch Video

October 15, 2021 XS Noize

A behemoth compared to their usually more industrial and post-punk sound, ‘Extreme Greed’ evidences a more expansive, stadium rock feel with overarching synths pulling you firmly into the track alongside elevating percussion. Speaking about the […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Edison Miller releases video for debut single 'White Silhouettes'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Edison Miller releases video for debut single ‘White Silhouettes’

October 15, 2021 XS Noize

South London singer-songwriter Edison Miller releases upbeat indie rock debut single White Silhouettes on 15th October. Produced by Grammy award winner Cameron Craig (Tom Grennan, Amy Winehouse, Adele). The track is a potent, heady mix […]

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