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          Billy Ocean Announces Belfast and Derry Shows for September

          February 13, 2026

          One of the biggest recording stars Britain has ever produced, Billy Ocean is pleased to announce two very special shows at the Millennium Forum on September 13th and Waterfront Hall on September 14th with special […]

          Super Furry Animals
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          Super Furry Animals Unearth Early 1993 Recording ‘Pocket Sam’ Featuring Rhys Ifans

          February 12, 2026

          SUPER FURRY ANIMALS have released one of their earliest recordings, revealing the dreamy space-rock of Pocket Sam to fans with acclaimed-actor and original singer, Rhys Ifans on vocals. Captured on tape at Grassroots Studio in Cardiff as the Furries started to form in the […]

          Sananda Maitreya
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          Sananda Maitreya Releases Remastered Edition of Neither Fish Nor Flesh as Part of ‘Juvenilia: The Columbia Years’

          February 7, 2026

          Sananda Maitreya releases the newly remastered version of his visionary second album, 1989’s ‘Neither Fish Nor Flesh: A Soundtrack of Love, Faith, Hope & Destruction’. It is the latest instalment in ‘Juvenilia: The Columbia Years’, a remastered […]

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          Helicon x Al Lover - Arise
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Helicon x Al Lover – Arise

          February 10, 2026

          Scottish band Helicon were formed in Glasgow’s East Kilbride by brothers John-Paul and Gary Hughes. They are a collective of musicians whose experimental sounds blend psychedelia, sitar, electronica and guitars to create a fuzzed-up wall […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: IST IST - Dagger
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: IST IST – Dagger

          February 9, 2026

          Manchester’s post-punk titans IST IST have never been a band to do things by halves. Rising from the city’s underground with a fiercely independent DIY ethic, they’ve spent years carving out a sonic identity as […]

        • Book Reviews

          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 […]

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          LIVE REVIEW: Lorna Shore Deliver a Career-Defining Headline Show at Alexandra Palace Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Lorna Shore Deliver a Career-Defining Headline Show at Alexandra Palace

          February 13, 2026

          The most incendiary force in modern deathcore, Lorna Shore, stormed the iconic Alexandra Palace for a night that felt less like a gig and more like a statement. Completing the bill were genre heavyweights Humanity’s […]

          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 […]

        • 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// 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
          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
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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 […]

  • Interviews
        • Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • 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 […]

          Desertflowerboots_H - photo credit Sandrita Cardenas 1
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          Crispian Mills of Kula Shaker on creativity, chaos, and Wormslayer | XS Noize Podcast #269

          February 8, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Kula Shaker frontman Crispian Mills to talk about Wormslayer — a record that captures the band feeling revitalised, confident, and creatively fearless. […]

          Dani Larkin
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          Dani Larkin on Next Of Kin: life, loss, and learning to stay open | XS Noize Podcast #268

          February 3, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dani Larkin to talk about Next Of Kin — a deeply emotive record shaped by time, patience, and a renewed sense of […]

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GENTLE SINNERS - the new project from Aidan Moffat (Arab Strap) and James Graham (The Twilight Sad) - announce their debut album, These Actions Cannot Be Undone 1
New Music

GENTLE SINNERS – the new project from Aidan Moffat (Arab Strap) and James Graham (The Twilight Sad) – announce their debut album, These Actions Cannot Be Undone

March 17, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Gentle Sinners – the new project from Aidan Moffat (Arab Strap) and James Graham (The Twilight Sad) – announce their debut album, These Actions Cannot Be Undone. It’s released May 13th digitally and on […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Wedding Present - Go Go Go 2
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VIDEO PREMIERE: The Wedding Present – Go Go Go

March 17, 2022 XS Noize

The Wedding Present does what it says on the beautiful tin. Perfect sound, perfect lyrics, perfect packaging. 24 Songs. A new project from The Wedding Present. A new 7″ single every month throughout 2022. 24 […]

LIAM GALLAGHER to release live album 'Down By The River Thames' 1
New Music

LIAM GALLAGHER to release live album ‘Down By The River Thames’

March 17, 2022 XS Noize

Liam Gallagher is not the kind of artist who was going to be stopped by the sizeable problem of not being able to play to an audience during the lockdown. So when the idea of […]

SKUNK ANANSIE release brand new single 'Can't Take You Anywhere'
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SKUNK ANANSIE release brand new single ‘Can’t Take You Anywhere’

March 17, 2022 XS Noize

British rock icons Skunk Anansie have released their brand new single ‘Can’t Take You Anywhere’, a deliciously sinister slice of tense drama, powered along by a roaring chorus. Channelling the same dark power as Depeche […]

INTERVIEW: Donovan Woods talks new EP 'Big Hurt Boy', songwriting and more 1
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INTERVIEW: Donovan Woods talks new EP ‘Big Hurt Boy’, songwriting and more

March 17, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #73 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with JUNO Award-winning singer-songwriter Donovan Woods. Along with his work as an in-demand songwriter, whose work has been recorded by the likes of […]

DARREN HAYES releases cheeky throwback video for his current single 'Do You Remember?'
Gigs

DARREN HAYES releases cheeky throwback video for his current single ‘Do You Remember?’

March 17, 2022 XS Noize

After a triumph Australian promotional visit, 2023 Australian tour announcement and a headline performance at the 2022 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade, award-winning songwriter and performer Darren Hayes shares his cheeky throwback video […]

BEAU DIAKO shares new single 'Alone' ft. Ego Ella May
New Music

BEAU DIAKO shares new single ‘Alone’ ft. Ego Ella May

March 16, 2022 XS Noize

The rising British / quarter-Ukrainian artist Beau Diako has been amplifying his reputation of late, his recent releases featuring guests such as Bas, Etta Bond, Rad Museum, Tobi Tunis and emawk has lead to tastemaker […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Kraftwerk - Remixes
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Kraftwerk – Remixes

March 16, 2022 David McElroy

Being asked to remix Kraftwerk must be a daunting experience. How do you improve upon the works of a band who are arguably as influential as The Beatles? Legendary producer Francois Kervorkian got involved with […]

Northern Irish Indie newcomer JACK DEVLIN releases new single 'Lies'
New Music

Northern Irish Indie newcomer JACK DEVLIN releases new single ‘Lies’

March 16, 2022 XS Noize

Jack Devlin has been an unstoppable feature in Northern Ireland during the pandemic – playing gigs when the venues will have him and taking to the streets when the doors have been closed. With venues […]

CHARLIE HANLON releases new single ‘I Lost Myself’ - Listen Now
New Music

CHARLIE HANLON releases new single ‘I Lost Myself’ – Listen Now

March 16, 2022 XS Noize

On his 15th birthday, Charlie wrote the first draft of ‘I Lost Myself’ and uploaded a basic version to Soundcloud. It was picked up by Taylor Johnson from the Across the Line show on BBC […]

WESTLIFE announce the SSE Arena, Belfast shows have been added to the extensive The Wild Dreams Tour
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WESTLIFE announce the SSE Arena, Belfast shows have been added to the extensive The Wild Dreams Tour

March 16, 2022 XS Noize

As their sensational return to music continues, WESTLIFE today announce Belfast shows have been added to the extensive The Wild Dreams Tour. The Shows at the SSE Arena Belfast on 15 & 16 December 2022 […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Lia Hide returns with new single 'Dinner' 1
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Lia Hide returns with new single ‘Dinner’

March 16, 2022 XS Noize

Greek Avant-Pop artist Lia Hide returns with her new single ‘Dinner’ taken from the upcoming, fourth studio album ‘The Missing Fourth Guest’. Having previously signed to EMI-Universal and worked with a number of acclaimed producers […]

SIMPLE PLAN announce new album, 'Harder Than It Looks' - Hear new track 'Congratulations' 1
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SIMPLE PLAN announce new album, ‘Harder Than It Looks’ – Hear new track ‘Congratulations’

March 16, 2022 XS Noize

Simple Plan have announced their highly anticipated new album, Harder Than It Looks, which will be released on May 6th, 2022. They also shared a brand new song, ‘Congratulations’. Harder Than It Looks marks the […]

British glam rockers THE STRUTS announce summer UK headline tour
Gigs

British glam rockers THE STRUTS announce summer UK headline tour

March 15, 2022 XS Noize

British glam rockers The Struts return to the UK in July for a long-awaited run of headline shows. Currently, on tour in the USA, they will also be appearing at a number of European festivals […]

SUNDARA KARMA have released their energetic new single ‘All These Dreams’ from their forthcoming new EP Oblivion!
Gigs

SUNDARA KARMA have released their energetic new single ‘All These Dreams’ from their forthcoming new EP Oblivion!

March 15, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Sundara Karma have released their energetic new single ‘All These Dreams’, lifted from their forthcoming new EP entitled Oblivion!, due on April 1 via Chess Club Records. The band have also shared the EP’s […]

ALBIN LEE MELDAU shares video for new single ‘Forget About Us’ - Watch Now
New Music

ALBIN LEE MELDAU shares video for new single ‘Forget About Us’ – Watch Now

March 15, 2022 XS Noize

Building upon 200 million streams and two Radio 2 A-listed Records of the Week, Albin Lee Meldau recently shared his brand new single ‘Forget About Us’ – his first English-language release in three years, and […]

COLDPLAY share video for 'People Of The Pride' - Watch Now
New Music

COLDPLAY share video for ‘People Of The Pride’ – Watch Now

March 15, 2022 XS Noize

On the eve of their world tour, Coldplay have today premiered the official video for People Of The Pride from their hit album Music Of The Spheres.  Directed by Paul Dugdale, the pulsating video mixes […]

Bear's Den release the incredibly moving short-film 'Spiders & Shadows' - Watch Now 2
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Bear’s Den release the incredibly moving short-film ‘Spiders & Shadows’ – Watch Now

March 15, 2022 XS Noize

With their highly-anticipated new album ‘Blue Hours’ set for release on May 13th via Communion Records, folk-rock duo Bear’s Den – made up of Andrew Davie and Kevin Jones – now unveil the poignant and […]

GEORGE COSBY shares brand new track ‘Man On A Road’
New Music

GEORGE COSBY shares brand new track ‘Man On A Road’

March 15, 2022 XS Noize

George Cosby’s recent releases, the EP ‘We Stand Alone’ and his previous single ‘Lonely Heartbeats’, have seen the audio auteur’s suave, stylish pop enamour growing tastemaker support. Greeted by wide-ranging airplay (a Radio 2 playlist plus spins at BBC Introducing and Radio 5), his […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Archive share new single ‘We Are The Same’ & announce ‘Call To Arms & Angels Tour’ 1
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Archive share new single ‘We Are The Same’ & announce ‘Call To Arms & Angels Tour’

March 15, 2022 XS Noize

South London collective Archive today announced their most extensive tour to date. The Call To Arms & Angels Tour takes place in October and November 2022 and sees the band play some of the most […]

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