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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
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          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
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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// 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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SOUND OF BELFAST to explore challenges & opportunities for NI MUSIC through THE MUSIC CONNECTIONS event next week 1
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SOUND OF BELFAST to explore challenges & opportunities for NI MUSIC through THE MUSIC CONNECTIONS event next week

November 11, 2021 XS Noize

Music Connections, the online music business hub for the music sector in Northern Ireland (NI), has partnered with Sound of Belfast to host an afternoon of discussion, debate and networking for the NI music community […]

FYFE shares his brand new single ‘Games’ from his upcoming EP
New Music

FYFE shares his brand new single ‘Games’ from his upcoming EP

November 11, 2021 XS Noize

From the millions of streams and acclaim he has attracted for solo tracks such as ‘For You’ and ‘Solace’ to collaborations with the likes of Iskra Strings, Kimbra and Foxes, Fyfe commands attention for his […]

KORN announce new album 'Requiem' & share video for lead single 'Start The Healing' 1
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KORN announce new album ‘Requiem’ & share video for lead single ‘Start The Healing’

November 11, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Korn announce their new studio album Requiem. In tandem with the album announcement, the band share the lead single and video ‘Start The Healing.’ The first offering from Requiem arrives with a video directed […]

STEREOPHONICS release video for new single 'Do Ya Feel My Love' - Watch Now
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STEREOPHONICS release video for new single ‘Do Ya Feel My Love’ – Watch Now

November 11, 2021 XS Noize

Stereophonics today return with ‘Do Ya Feel My Love?’ – the second single from their forthcoming album ‘Oochya!’, released on 4th March 2022 via Stylus Records through Ignition Records Ltd.  As Stereophonics celebrate over a […]

RADIOHEAD & EPIC GAMES PUBLISHING Announce KID A MNESIA EXHIBITION
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RADIOHEAD & EPIC GAMES PUBLISHING Announce KID A MNESIA EXHIBITION

November 11, 2021 XS Noize

Radiohead and Epic Games Publishing are proud to present KID A MNESIA EXHIBITION: an upside-down digital/analogue universe created from original artwork by Thom Yorke and Stanley Donwood and sound design by Nigel Godrich to commemorate […]

ARCHITECTS Announce Exclusive Global Streaming Event at Abbey Road Studios on 11th December
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ARCHITECTS Announce Exclusive Global Streaming Event at Abbey Road Studios on 11th December

November 11, 2021 XS Noize

ARCHITECTS will be performing an exclusive global streaming event from the legendary Abbey Road Studios on 11th December. The performance will be backed by Parallax Orchestra, made up of some of the country’s best and […]

LET’S EAT GRANDMA announce new album 'Two Ribbons' for release on 8 April 2022 - Watch the video for the album's title track 1
New Music

LET’S EAT GRANDMA announce new album ‘Two Ribbons’ for release on 8 April 2022 – Watch the video for the album’s title track

November 11, 2021 XS Noize

Let’s Eat Grandma, the duo composed of songwriters, multi-instrumentalists and vocalists Rosa Walton and Jenny Hollingworth, today announce the release of their third full-length album. Two Ribbons, co-produced by David Wrench and Let’s Eat Grandma, […]

NELL & THE FLAMING LIPS announce Nick Cave covers album 'Where the Viaduct Looms' out 26th November 1
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NELL & THE FLAMING LIPS announce Nick Cave covers album ‘Where the Viaduct Looms’ out 26th November

November 11, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Nell & The Flaming Lips announce the release of Where the Viaduct Looms, out 26th November via Bella Union. The LP comprises nine Nick Cave cover versions with vocals and instrumentation by 14-year-old Nell […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Rush Midnight - Last Call
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TRACK PREMIERE: Rush Midnight – Last Call

November 11, 2021 XS Noize

LA duo Rush Midnight are back once again with the new single ‘Last Call’. Having previously picked up acclaim across top music press Pitchfork and The Guardian, Russell Manning and songwriting partner Rico Martinez have […]

BEAU DIAKO shares new single 'Fretless' feat: Bas and Etta Bond
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BEAU DIAKO shares new single ‘Fretless’ feat: Bas and Etta Bond

November 10, 2021 XS Noize

Beau Diako’s debut EP ‘Flutter’ introduced him as an intriguing new proposition on the UK underground scene, assisted by guest features from Jordan Rakei and emawk. Having continued to forge his artist identity with further […]

ELEANOR K shares the video for ‘Cry In Givenchy’ - The directorial debut from actor Jack Fox 2
New Music

ELEANOR K shares the video for ‘Cry In Givenchy’ – The directorial debut from actor Jack Fox

November 10, 2021 XS Noize

Eleanor K’s adventures ahead of the release of her debut album ‘Everytime’s The Last Time’ continued with her current single ‘Cry In Givenchy’, which landed her a New Noise feature courtesy of tastemakers Wonderland. The […]

Glasgow’s WALT DISCO announce a headline show at Voodoo, Belfast on Thursday 31st March 2022
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Glasgow’s WALT DISCO announce a headline show at Voodoo, Belfast on Thursday 31st March 2022

November 10, 2021 XS Noize

Glasgow’s Walt Disco are pleased to announce a headline show at Voodoo, Belfast on Thursday 31st March 2022. Walt Disco recently shared the powerful new single “Macilent”, their latest for Lucky Number, following “Weightless”, “Selfish […]

STEREOPHONICS announce intimate ‘Just Enough Education to Perform’ 20th anniversary live shows
Gigs

STEREOPHONICS return with new single ‘Do Ya Feel My Love?’

November 10, 2021 XS Noize

Stereophonics today return with ‘Do Ya Feel My Love?’ – the second single from their forthcoming album ‘Oochya!’, set for release on 4th March 2022 (via Stylus Records through Ignition Records Ltd). As Stereophonics celebrate […]

Original Stranglers singer, guitarist HUGH CORNWELL announces show at Black Box, Belfast on 20th April 2022 1
Gigs

Original Stranglers singer, guitarist HUGH CORNWELL announces show at Black Box, Belfast on 20th April 2022

November 10, 2021 XS Noize

Original Stranglers singer, guitarist and songwriter Hugh Cornwell is coming to The Black Box, Belfast to play an intimate, fully-seated show on 20th April 2022. His acoustic set will include some of his prime solo […]

GRETA VAN FLEET announce special 'Strange Horizons' US shows 1
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GRETA VAN FLEET Announce DREAMS IN GOLD Tour for 2022

November 9, 2021 XS Noize

Following this year’s sold-out headline events and a #1 Billboard Rock Album, Grammy-winning rock band Greta Van Fleet are confirmed for their forthcoming Dreams in Gold tour, which kicks off March 10 with the band […]

INTERVIEW: Talking with Bombardier Jones about 'Great Idea'
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INTERVIEW: Talking with Bombardier Jones about ‘Great Idea’

November 9, 2021 Randall Radic

Bombardier Jones recently released the music video, “Great Idea,” a song from his latest album, Dare To Hope. Jones’ sound blends British psychedelia with post-punk and alt-rock elements, resulting in a sound vaguely reminiscent of […]

EP REVIEW: Lamorn – Encore
Album Reviews

EP REVIEW: Lamorn – Encore

November 9, 2021 Randall Radic

Electronic artist Lamorn releases his debut EP, Encore, via mau5trap. The EP, a collection of eight tracks, including “Physical Layer” and “Between Us,” arrives just after Lamorn made his Red Rocks debut with deadmau5. Talking […]

C DUNCAN shares new track 'Alluvium' from upcoming studio album due out in 2022
Gigs

C DUNCAN shares new track ‘Alluvium’ from upcoming studio album due out in 2022

November 9, 2021 XS Noize

Currently putting the finishing touches to a new studio album, due for release next year via Bella Union, multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter C Duncan today shares a first track titled “Alluvium” from the LP. The track […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Tarot Cat – Am I Dreaming
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Tarot Cat – Am I Dreaming

November 9, 2021 Randall Radic

Los Angeles rap/metal outfit Tarot Cat introduces their brand-new music video, “Am I Dreaming.” With their rap-rock sound, akin to Rage Against the Machine, Linkin Park, and Limp Bizkit, Tarot Cat pushes right to the […]

PLACEBO announce 2022 headline tour & share new track ‘Surrounded By Spies’
Gigs

PLACEBO announce 2022 headline tour & share new track ‘Surrounded By Spies’

November 9, 2021 XS Noize

Following news of their long-awaited 8th studio album Never Let Me Go, Placebo have today announced a major headline UK tour for November and December 2022 including two nights at London’s O2 Academy Brixton. Tickets […]

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