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          Bear’s Den & Ciaran Lavery Team Up on New Single “Promiser” Ahead of Irish Tour

          September 12, 2025

          Bear’s Den and Irish singer-songwriter Ciaran Lavery have joined forces for ‘Promiser’ – a collaborative new single, released ahead of a fast-selling Irish tour later this month. The track is taken from an EP of […]

          Callum Beattie
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          Callum Beattie Announces New Album “Indi” — Out 23rd January 2026 Featuring New Single “Two Pretenders”

          September 11, 2025

          After achieving two consecutive #1 hits on the Scottish Albums Chart, a breakthrough on the UK Albums Chart for 2023’s ‘Vandals’, over 50 million streams and selling over 100,000 tickets in Scotland alone last year, Callum Beattie is now ready to rise to the next tier […]

          Gorillaz
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          Gorillaz Reveal Upcoming Album “The Mountain” Alongside UK & Ireland Arena Tour

          September 11, 2025

          Gorillaz will release a brand new studio album titled The Mountain on 20th March 2026, the first on the band’s own new label KONG. First track, The Happy Dictator (feat. Sparks) is out now. The Mountain is Gorillaz’ ninth studio album, an […]

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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 […]

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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: 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 […]

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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// 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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        • 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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        • 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
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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
          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, […]

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        • Tom Smith
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          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
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          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
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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, […]

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JO O'MEARA shares new single ‘Sweet Surrender’ - Listen Now!
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JO O’MEARA shares new single ‘Sweet Surrender’ – Listen Now!

July 16, 2021 XS Noize

In comparison to the overwhelming success and hectic schedule of S Club’s glory days, Jo O’Meara has kept a relatively low profile in recent years. But when your voice and classic hits have soundtracked so […]

IRON MAIDEN unveil spectacular new track 'The Writing On The Wall' - Watch Video!
New Music

IRON MAIDEN unveil spectacular new track ‘The Writing On The Wall’ – Watch Video!

July 15, 2021 XS Noize

IRON MAIDEN today revealed their brand-new track, ‘The Writing On The Wall’, with an eagerly anticipated global YouTube video premiere. The song was written by Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith & lead singer Bruce Dickinson, produced […]

TRACK PREMIERE: McLeish & Spencer - Falling Away
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TRACK PREMIERE: McLeish & Spencer – Falling Away

July 15, 2021 XS Noize

Chichester and London based duo McLeish & Spencer have announced their new single ‘Falling Away’ released via Novium Records. The follow up to their debut ‘I Remember’ which saw the duo gain acclaim from the […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Bailey Flores – Kiss Me More
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TRACK PREMIERE: Bailey Flores – Kiss Me More

July 15, 2021 Randall Radic

New Orleans-based singer-songwriter Bailey Flores introduces “Kiss Me More,” a stripped-down, elegant cover of Doja Cat’s vogueish song. A self-confessed “emo kid,” last year Bailey released two singles, “Grave Dancer” and “Savory,” highlighting her delicious […]

BASTILLE drop new song ‘Give Me The Future’
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BASTILLE drop new song ‘Give Me The Future’

July 15, 2021 XS Noize

Today, GRAMMY®-nominated and multi-platinum selling band Bastille unveils their new song, “Give Me The Future,” from their upcoming fourth studio album.The song is featured in the Jeep brand’s new campaign video, “Life Electrified,” out today—watch […]

Irish artist REEVAH announces new single ‘wildflower’ - Listen Now!
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Irish artist REEVAH announces new single ‘wildflower’ – Listen Now!

July 15, 2021 XS Noize

Derry based Indie-pop artist is delighted to announce her brand new single ‘wildflower’, due for released today, the track is the second single to come from Reevah’s upcoming E.P that was recorded in The Beekeepers […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Pamela Sue Mann - Cake 1
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Pamela Sue Mann – Cake

July 15, 2021 XS Noize

Building on the success of her current single I Want Your Soul, CAKE features the stellar line up of Gerry Leonard on guitar (David Bowie), Yuval Lion (David Byrne) on drums, Rob Calder on bass […]

JAMES MORRISON announces a huge 2022 ‘Greatest Hits’ tour
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JAMES MORRISON announces a huge 2022 ‘Greatest Hits’ tour

July 15, 2021 XS Noize

2022 will see James Morrison tour the UK for the first time in two-and-a-half years when he hits the road with his first ever ‘Greatest Hits’ tour. Featuring his five unforgettable Top 10 hits (‘You […]

BOOK REVIEW: Love Me Please: The Story of Janis Joplin  By Nicolas Finet, Christopher and Degreff
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: Love Me Please: The Story of Janis Joplin By Nicolas Finet, Christopher and Degreff

July 14, 2021 Michael Barron

Affectionately known as Pearl, this outsider who was bullied and abused for being different was able to rise above the cultural barriers of her hometown and period she lived in to become an international star […]

Party icon ANDREW W.K. reveals metallic new track ‘Everybody Sins’ - Listen Now! 1
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Party icon ANDREW W.K. reveals metallic new track ‘Everybody Sins’ – Listen Now!

July 14, 2021 XS Noize

Napalm Records and ANDREW W.K. recently announced the impending release of the iconic Party God’s fifth full-length studio rock album, God Is Partying. The long-awaited nine track opus of maximalist grandeur is set for release […]

TORRES shares ‘Thirstier’ the title track from new album - Out 30th July 1
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TORRES shares ‘Thirstier’ the title track from new album – Out 30th July

July 14, 2021 XS Noize

TORRES – moniker of Mackenzie Scott – will release her new album, Thirstier, on 30th July on Merge Records. Thirstier revolts against the grey drag of time, a searing and life-affirming eruption of an album […]

SUPERGRASS announce remastered expanded version of their second album ‘In It For The Money’ 1
New Music

SUPERGRASS announce remastered expanded version of their second album ‘In It For The Money’

July 14, 2021 XS Noize

Supergrass today announce details of the remastered expanded version of their beloved, classic second album In It For The Money. The 3CD, 2 x 2LP and Digital Formats will be released on 27th August 2021 […]

Details of OASIS Knebworth 1996 feature length documentary unveiled 1
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Details of OASIS Knebworth 1996 feature length documentary unveiled

July 13, 2021 XS Noize

Oasis have today unveiled the title, release date and ticketing details for their eagerly anticipated Knebworth cinematic documentary, Oasis Knebworth 1996. After almost two years without significant live events anywhere in the world, the cinematic […]

CHVRCHES share new single ‘Good Girls’ - Listen Now!
Gigs

CHVRCHES share new single ‘Good Girls’ – Listen Now!

July 13, 2021 XS Noize

Today, CHVRCHES have shared their new single ‘Good Girls’, taken from their forthcoming fourth studio album Screen Violence, set for release on August 27 via EMI Records (UK) and Glassnote (US). The single was premiered […]

THOM YORKE shares ‘Creep (Very 2021 RMX)’ - Listen Now!
New Music

THOM YORKE shares ‘Creep (Very 2021 RMX)’ – Listen Now!

July 13, 2021 XS Noize

Earlier this year Thom Yorke created a version of Radiohead’s “Creep” for designer Jun Takahashi’s Tokyo Fashion Week showcase of “Creep Very,” his UNDERCOVER Fall/Winter 2021 Women’s collection. This haunting reimagining of the 1993 hit […]

Peter Hook & Manchester Camerata share ‘The Sound Of Joy Division Orchestrated’ Mini Documentary & announce UK tour dates 2
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Peter Hook & Manchester Camerata share ‘The Sound Of Joy Division Orchestrated’ Mini Documentary & announce UK tour dates

July 13, 2021 XS Noize

Celebrating one of the most influential bands in music history, Joy Division’s legendary bassist Peter Hook & Manchester Camerata are set for September 2021 dates for their acclaimed “The Sound Of Joy Division Orchestrated” collaboration […]

KATE NICHOLSON shares video for new single ‘Street Lamps’ - Watch Now!
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KATE NICHOLSON shares video for new single ‘Street Lamps’ – Watch Now!

July 13, 2021 XS Noize

Growing up a mile from legendary music festival Glasgowbury, Kate Nicholson is an artist born and raised in the beating heart of Northern Ireland’s rich musical community. Currently based in the North Coast, following spells in both […]

EELS announce headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Friday 11th March 2022 1
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EELS announce headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Friday 11th March 2022

July 13, 2021 XS Noize

US alt rock icons EELS are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Friday 11th March 2022. EELS have had one of the most consistently acclaimed careers in music and […]

JESSE MALIN announces his new double album ‘Sad and Beautiful World’ - out September 24th
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JESSE MALIN announces his new double album ‘Sad and Beautiful World’ – out September 24th

July 12, 2021 XS Noize

“This one is for the survivors, the dreamers, the leavers and the believers,” said Jesse Malin, of his new double album, Sad and Beautiful World, out September 24 on Wicked Cool Records. “My music has […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Small Reactions – New Age Soul
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Small Reactions – New Age Soul

July 12, 2021 Aaron Kavanagh

The Atlanta-based quartet Small Reactions have released their third album full of their distinctive self-dubbed “nerve pop” (which attempts to blend post-punk with indie rock) on New Age Soul. The band brings together their vast […]

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