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          Labrinth Ignites the Cosmic Opera Era with New Single “IMPLOSION”

          November 20, 2025

          Visionary artist, producer, and composer Labrinth returns with “IMPLOSION,” a pulse-racing new single that marks the next chapter of his upcoming album, Cosmic Opera: Act I, arriving January 30 via Columbia Records. A thunderous blend […]

          Lily Allen
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          Lily Allen Returns with Her Biggest-Ever UK & Ireland Arena Tour — June 2026

          November 20, 2025

          The remarkable Lily Allen — whose acclaimed new album West End Girl has become a global sensation with over 150 million streams and a third consecutive Top 5 entry on the UK Albums Chart — […]

          KillerStar
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          KillerStar Return with New Album ‘The Afterglow’ — Hear Lead Single ‘So Easy’

          November 19, 2025

          After earning 4-star reviews from MOJO, The Times and RnR along with glowing comparisons to David Bowie, Suede and prime ‘70s art rock for their self-titled debut, KillerStar return with the release of their electrifying second album ‘The Afterglow’ on March 20th via High Wire Records. The band today […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: James – Nothing But Love: The Definitive Best Of
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: James – Nothing But Love: The Definitive Best Of

          November 19, 2025

          For a band often frozen in the public imagination as ’90s indie heroes, James have spent over four decades proving they are far more than that label suggests. Formed in 1982, the Manchester group have […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Belair Lip Bombs – Again
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Belair Lip Bombs – Again

          November 10, 2025

          The Australian indie scene has long perfected the art of masking malaise behind sun-drenched, jangly guitar pop, and Melbourne’s The Belair Lip Bombs deliver a textbook example with their punchy second album, Again. Over ten […]

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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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          Bastille
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Bastille – Songs from The First 15 Years at The O2, London

          November 19, 2025

          With three UK number-one albums, a string of major hits, and—impressively—their original core line-up still intact since forming in 2010, now seems the perfect moment for Bastille to take stock of everything they’ve built.  Their […]

          Levellers
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          LIVE REVIEW: Levellers — Shepherds Bush Empire Zeitgeist 30th Anniversary Tour

          November 18, 2025

          When it comes to Levellers albums that fans rally behind, Levelling the Land often steals the spotlight. Its influence is unquestionable. But it’s far from the only record in their catalogue deserving anniversary treatment. This […]

        • 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
        • TAVE
          Interviews

          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 […]

          Fabrizio Cammarata
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          INTERVIEW: Fabrizio Cammarata on Solitude, Connection, and the Inner Worlds of His New Album “Insularities”

          October 10, 2025

          Sicilian singer-songwriter Fabrizio Cammarata has returned with Insularities — a quietly profound exploration of connection, isolation, transformation, and memory. The record invites listeners into a space between light and shadow, where grief and love share […]

  • Podcast
        • Roland Gift of Fine Young Cannibals
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          Roland Gift on 40 Years of Fine Young Cannibals & His New Christmas Single | XS Noize Podcast #259

          November 16, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Roland Gift — the iconic voice of Fine Young Cannibals and one of the most instantly recognisable singers in British music. With […]

          ALKY
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          ALKY on breaking the cycle with debut album ‘Rinse & Repeat’ | XS Noize Podcast #258

          November 13, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by ALKY — the Dublin-born indie-rock artist and former Emmy-nominated audio engineer whose raw, heartfelt songwriting is making serious waves across Ireland’s indie […]

          The Charlatans
          Podcast

          Martin Blunt – The Charlatans: Inside new album ‘We Are Love’ | XS Noize Podcast #257

          November 9, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Martin Blunt — founding member and bassist of The Charlatans, one of Britain’s most enduring and beloved bands. From their breakthrough with […]

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VILLAGERS unveil video for new track 'So Simpatico' - Watch Now!
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Open House Festival announce VILLAGERS headline show at Bangor Castle Walled Garden, Friday 19th August

February 28, 2022 XS Noize

Open House Festival is returning to Bangor Castle Walled Garden this year from 10th – 29th August. The format will be similar to last year with 20 nights of music, comedy, film & spoken word […]

CALVIN HARRIS returns to Belfast with a huge headline show at Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Saturday 18th June 2022 1
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CALVIN HARRIS returns to Belfast with a huge headline show at Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Saturday 18th June 2022

February 28, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Calvin Harris announces he will be making his long-awaited return to Belfast with a huge headline show at Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Saturday 18th June 2022. After selling out Tennent’s Vital in 2015 […]

WET LEG release new single 'Angelica' & announce further UK instore gigs
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WET LEG release new single ‘Angelica’ & announce further UK instore gigs

February 28, 2022 XS Noize

With the release of Wet Leg’s self-titled debut album now just over a month away (due April 8th), the Isle of Wight duo (Rhian Teasdale & Hester Chambers) are pleased to unveil their new single, […]

THE LIBERTINES Announce UP THE BRACKET 20th Anniversary Shows
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Libertines at Kentish Town Forum

February 28, 2022 Michael Barron

The last three London shows of The Libertines’ latest tour in December 2021 were unfortunately cancelled owing to Carl Barât testing positive for COVID 19. This was upsetting for both the band and fans, as […]

IN FOCUS// Soul II Soul at Rock City, Nottingham 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Soul II Soul at Rock City, Nottingham

February 28, 2022 Alina Salihbekova

Two-time Grammy Award winners Soul II Soul are a British music collective formed in 1988. Soul II Soul is currently touring with their most successful album, Club Classics Vol. One, which contains their most well-known […]

The viral busking sensation and Tik Tok star LIV HARLAND shares new single 'Letters'
New Music

The viral busking sensation and Tik Tok star LIV HARLAND shares new single ‘Letters’

February 28, 2022 XS Noize

Busking her way to superstardom, 23-year-old Liv Harland enjoyed a huge and unconventional breakthrough year in 2021. Her busking performances have shown her ability to create emotionally engaging memorable IRL moments with people from all […]

Virtuoso guitarist, composer and producer, STEVE VAI announces headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Saturday 11th June 2022
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Virtuoso guitarist, composer and producer, STEVE VAI announces headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Saturday 11th June 2022

February 28, 2022 XS Noize

Virtuoso guitarist, composer and producer, Steve Vai is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Saturday 11th June 2022 as part of the Inviolate World Tour. He’ll be on the road […]

STEREOPHONICS release new track 'Right Place Right Time' today - taken from new album 'OOCHYA!' 1
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STEREOPHONICS release new track ‘Right Place Right Time’ today – taken from new album ‘OOCHYA!’

February 28, 2022 XS Noize

Stereophonics today return with a new track ‘Right Place Right Time’ ahead of the release of their new album ‘Oochya!’, out this Friday 4th March via Stylus Records through Ignition Records Ltd.  The track’s heart-warming […]

THE SKINNER BROTHERS announce new album ‘Soul Boy II’ to be released on February 18th 1
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INTERVIEW: The Skinner Brothers’ ZAC SKINNER talks about their new album ‘Soul Boy II’

February 28, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #68 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with The Skinner Brothers’ Zac Skinner to talk about their new album ‘Soul Boy II’. With swaggering indie anthems such as ‘Iconic’ and […]

THE SHIRES share a performance video for new single 'Wild Hearts' - Watch Now
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THE SHIRES share a performance video for new single ‘Wild Hearts’ – Watch Now

February 26, 2022 XS Noize

The Shires launched their upcoming album ‘10 Year Plan’ in a way that was fitting for their status as the UK’s biggest country music export. Its lead single ‘I See Stars’ was premiered on Zoe […]

THE BOO RADLEYS release 'Alone Together' from forthcoming album 'Keep On With Falling' 1
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THE BOO RADLEYS release ‘Alone Together’ from forthcoming album ‘Keep On With Falling’

February 25, 2022 XS Noize

With the clock ticking down to the release of their first album in almost a quarter of a century, The Boo Radleys flick to the last page of their new chapter by releasing their long-awaited, […]

BLOSSOMS reveal the video for their brand-new single 'Ode To NYC' - Watch Now
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BLOSSOMS reveal the video for their brand-new single ‘Ode To NYC’ – Watch Now

February 25, 2022 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their brand-new single Ode To NYC and its accompanying video, directed by Edwin Burdis, Arctic Monkeys’ Creative Director, who worked on the band’s Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino and AM albums. […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Neon Dreams – Little Dance
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TRACK PREMIERE: Neon Dreams – Little Dance

February 25, 2022 Randall Radic

Canadian alt-pop duo Neon Dreams introduce their brand-new single, “Little Dance,” a song thick with philosophical lyrics and vibrant sonic energy. Simultaneously introspective and festal, “Little Dance” expresses the marvel of everyone’s unique dance through […]

Ards International Guitar Festival is Back! from 7 -10th April 2022
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Ards International Guitar Festival is Back! from 7 -10th April 2022

February 25, 2022 XS Noize

Ards International Guitar Festival is back! After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the much-loved festival will rock into Newtownards from 7 – 10 April. Guitar fans will be delighted with the eclectic programme […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Xavier Collins delivers emotive new track 'Gone'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Xavier Collins delivers emotive new track ‘Gone’

February 25, 2022 XS Noize

London based singer-songwriter Xavier Collins returns with a brand new track ‘Gone’, released 24th February 2022. Produced by electronic production duo Wayward (seen in Mixmag, DJ Mag, The Ransom Note), it is lifted from the […]

Belfast duo DEA MATRONA release the video for new single 'Glory, Glory (I am free)' - Watch Now
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Belfast duo DEA MATRONA release the video for new single ‘Glory, Glory (I am free)’ – Watch Now

February 25, 2022 XS Noize

One of Ireland’s finest new bands, Belfast duo Dea Matrona, meaning “divine mother goddess” in Celtic mythology, have shared their brand new single and video ‘Glory, Glory ( I am free )’ today. Produced by […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Abbacaxi channels 90s nostalgia on euphoric 'Endless'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Abbacaxi channels 90s nostalgia on euphoric ‘Endless’

February 25, 2022 XS Noize

Irish multi-instrumentalist Abbacaxi has served a long and proper musical apprenticeship. Now stepping out on his own, he has a fresh and heartfelt sound that brings positive vibrations and good times. It draws on his […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Beach House - Once Twice Melody
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Beach House – Once Twice Melody

February 24, 2022 Lori Gava

Beach House fans have had an impatient three-year wait for the duo’s newest slice of Vaporwave/Dream Pop. The wait is over with Beach House’s release of Once, Twice Melody, a double album stacked full of […]

MAYA LANE shares the video for her debut single ‘Still The Same’
New Music

MAYA LANE shares the video for her debut single ‘Still The Same’

February 24, 2022 XS Noize

Equally as influenced by inspirational current artists such as Kacey Musgraves and HAIM as she is by the timeless sounds of Fleetwood Mac and Joni Mitchell, 18-year-old newcomer Maya Lane possesses a talent for songwriting […]

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February 24, 2022 XS Noize

Online casinos are filled to the brim with games galore, making it the perfect place for a Bingo enthusiast to try something new. On an online casino site, you’ll find table games, live variants and […]

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