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          Suede Reveal 2026 UK Tour in Support of Antidepressants After Southbank Sell-Out

          August 22, 2025

          Suede have announced a UK tour for 2026 that will see the band take their highly-anticipated tenth studio album, Antidepressants on the road for the first time. Access is available to an exclusive fan tour presale from Wednesday […]

          Spandau Ballet
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          Spandau Ballet Release Hidden Gem ‘Eyes’ After Decades in the Vault

          August 22, 2025

          Spandau Ballet have dropped the never-before-released song ‘Eyes’, which featured in their early sets at the legendary Blitz Club nights. One of the most influential bands in British music, Spandau Ballet, release a definitive early-years […]

          Maxïmo Park
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          Maxïmo Park announce UK tour to celebrate 20th anniversary of debut ‘A Certain Trigger’

          August 21, 2025

          This year, Maxïmo Park’s beloved debut album A Certain Trigger turns 20 years old. The band will be celebrating the anniversary by performing songs from A Certain Trigger and their greatest hits across the UK in 2026.  The tour sees […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Deftones - Private Music
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Deftones – Private Music

          August 21, 2025

          It has taken five years for new Deftones music, the longest gap between studio albums for the Sacramento, California-based alternative metal icons, but now they return with the outstandingly atmospheric offering Private Music. However, things […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Who - Live At The Oval 1971
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Who – Live At The Oval 1971

          August 21, 2025

          On the 18th of September 1971, The Who took to the stage at The Oval cricket ground in South London to headline ‘Goodbye Summer: A Rock Concert in aid of Famine Relief for the People […]

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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
          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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          Chase & Status
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          LIVE REVIEW: Chase & Status – All Points East, Victoria Park

          August 18, 2025

          Dance and electronic music have steadily carved out their place at Victoria Park, and All Points East 2025 proved no exception. Following on from LCD Soundsystem’s 2024 showcase, which paired them with acts like Joy […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Ferocious Dog at The Fire Station, Sunderland Credit: Iam Burn
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Ferocious Dog at The Fire Station, Sunderland

          August 18, 2025

          The Fire Station in Sunderland has been running a season of outdoor performances called ‘Summer Parties’ throughout August. Think of it as a festival across a month instead of lots of performers in one day. […]

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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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        • 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
          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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        • Matt Berninger (The National) on His New Solo Album ‘Get Sunk’ | XS Noize Podcast #241
          Podcasts

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

          August 20, 2025

          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
          Podcasts

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

          August 13, 2025

          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 […]

          XS Noize Podcast #239 – Bob Stanley on Saint Etienne’s final album International
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          Bob Stanley on Saint Etienne’s Final Album “International” and 30 Years of Music | XS Noize Podcast #239

          August 6, 2025

          In Episode #239 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Bob Stanley from Saint Etienne to discuss the legendary band’s 13th and final album, International. For over 30 years, Saint Etienne have […]

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LIVE REVIEW: Don Broco at the Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Don Broco at the Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust

March 22, 2022 Michael Barron

In 2019, XS Noize was invited to see some of the most specular live music the Royal Albert Hall had to offer that year in aid of the Teenage Cancer Trust. They provide specialist care […]

ALBUM REVIEW: One Flew West – The Blur
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: One Flew West – The Blur

March 22, 2022 Randall Radic

Colorado-based alt-rock/pop-punk/pop-rock outfit releases their debut album, The Blur, an 11-track collection of contagious songs rife with savours of retro alternative and emo pop-punk. Made up of Linden Jackson (vocals, acoustic guitar), Jonah Bartels (drums, […]

Soft Cell and Pet Shop Boys join forces for new single 'Purple Zone' 1
New Music

Soft Cell and Pet Shop Boys join forces for new single ‘Purple Zone’

March 22, 2022 XS Noize

Having closed 2021 with a critically acclaimed sold-out UK tour, Soft Cell today take another big step towards the May 6th release of their eagerly anticipated fifth studio album ‘*Happiness Not Included’ by sharing the […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Aldous Harding - Warm Chris
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Aldous Harding – Warm Chris

March 21, 2022 Imelda Hehir

This review has been one of the more difficult ones I have ever sat down to write. Not because I did not enjoy the album, far from it, Aldous Harding’s fourth offering is a captivating […]

IN FOCUS// The Chats, Chubby & The Gang and Dennis Cometti @ Rock City, Nottingham 8
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Chats, Chubby & The Gang and Dennis Cometti @ Rock City, Nottingham

March 21, 2022 Alina Salihbekova

Australian punk rock band The Chats brought their explosive energy to the Rock City. Two fellow punk rock bands – Dennis Cometti and Chubby & The Gang – warmed up the crowd before the headliners […]

FONTAINES D.C. announces UK & Ireland Tour this November & December 2022
Gigs

FONTAINES D.C. announces UK & Ireland Tour this November & December 2022

March 21, 2022 XS Noize

Singular artists proudly present Fontaines D.C. Irish and UK National Tour 2022. Taking place in Dublin, Galway, Limerick, Derry, and Belfast this November and December 2022. Last month, Fontaines D.C. released a second track from […]

GEORGE COSBY shares the video for new single ‘Lonely Heartbeats’ - Watch Now
Gigs

GEORGE COSBY shares the video for new single ‘Lonely Heartbeats’ – Watch Now

March 21, 2022 XS Noize

Narrating the bliss and brittleness of romantic turbulence through a soundtrack of cultured pop, George Cosby is emerging as an artist with his own distinct style. That broad appeal has been supported with a Radio […]

CLANNAD announces The Dublin Farewell Show live at 3Arena Dublin
Gigs

CLANNAD announces The Dublin Farewell Show live at 3Arena Dublin

March 21, 2022 XS Noize

Clannad is celebrating an exceptional award-winning 50-year career with the exciting announcement of a farewell Dublin show date in 3Arena Dublin, Friday 9th December 2022. Proudly presented by Singular Artists. Speaking about the upcoming Dublin […]

MACHINE GUN KELLY brings his 'Mainstream Sellout Tour' to Dublin’s 3Arena on 9th October 2022
Gigs

MACHINE GUN KELLY brings his ‘Mainstream Sellout Tour’ to Dublin’s 3Arena on 9th October 2022

March 21, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Machine Gun Kelly has announced his international Mainstream Sellout Tour. The multi-platinum selling artist’s first-ever arena tour will also feature a special hometown stadium performance in Cleveland, OH at FirstEnergy Stadium, the largest venue […]

FUTURE ISLANDS announce new UK & European tour dates
Gigs

FUTURE ISLANDS announce new UK & European tour dates

March 21, 2022 XS Noize

Ahead of their first UK tour since 2018, Future Islands have announced further headline shows for this Autumn. The Baltimore quartet of Gerrit Welmers, Michael Lowry, Samuel T. Herring and William Cashion will continue their […]

NILE RODGERS & CHIC announce summer show at Dublin's 3 Arena on Friday 1st July 2022
Gigs

NILE RODGERS & CHIC announce summer show at Dublin’s 3 Arena on Friday 1st July 2022

March 21, 2022 XS Noize

Following their sensational sold-out shows at St Anne’s Park, Malahide Castle and the RDS, Nile Rodgers & CHIC make a highly anticipated return to Dublin this summer. The legendary band is bringing their spectacular live […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Slow Down Molasses - Street Haunting
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Slow Down Molasses – Street Haunting

March 21, 2022 XS Noize

Slow Down Molasses release ‘live from the dusty floor’ video and announce a UK tour in the Spring. Confronting bristling anxious energy with highly-pronounced pop edges, Slow Down Molasses have never been shy about traversing […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Placebo – Never Let Me Go
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Placebo – Never Let Me Go

March 20, 2022 Sandra Blemster

Vocalist and guitarist Brian Molko and bassist Stefan Olsdal who make up Placebo, return, this time as a duo, following the departure of drummer Steve Forrest in 2015. It’s been almost nine years since they […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Sea Girls - Homesick
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Sea Girls – Homesick

March 20, 2022 Michael Barron

Known as the up and coming London band included in MTV Push’s Ones To Watch 2020 shortlist after supporting the Foals 2019 Everything Not Saved Will Be Lost World Tour in Russia and Ukraine. Sea […]

INTERVIEW: Band of Skulls' Russell Marsden discusses new 'Marsden & Richardson' project 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Band of Skulls’ Russell Marsden discusses new ‘Marsden & Richardson’ project

March 20, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #74 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Russell Marsden, one half of Band Of Skulls duo Marsden & Richardson. Russell Marsden and Emma Richardson first started writing songs together […]

IN FOCUS// The Weather Station at The Black Box, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Weather Station at The Black Box, Belfast

March 20, 2022 Bernie McAllister

In support of the new album Ignorance and How Is It That I Should Look At The Stars, The Weather Station are currently on a whistle-stop tour of the UK & Ireland as part of […]

LIVE REVIEW: The Dead South at Shepherds Bush Empire
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Dead South at Shepherds Bush Empire

March 20, 2022 Michael Barron

Despite band members joining and re-joining in recent years, this four-piece folk-bluegrass band has made it through to see their tenth year, release new EPs, and most importantly, return to the UK to perform a […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Geneviève Racette – Satellite
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Geneviève Racette – Satellite

March 18, 2022 Randall Radic

Québécois folk-pop artist Geneviève Racette releases her brand-new album, Satellite, a nine-track collection of songs revealing tales of contemplation and self-discovery filtered through the progression of love. Her third LP, Satellite, stirs up echoes of […]

JAMES BLUNT teams up with JASON ZHANG for a special collaborative version of the sensational single 'Adrenaline'
New Music

JAMES BLUNT teams up with JASON ZHANG for a special collaborative version of the sensational single ‘Adrenaline’

March 18, 2022 XS Noize

British icon James Blunt has teamed up with Jason Zhang, one of China’s most accomplished music stars, for a special collaborative version of the sensational single “Adrenaline” – released via Warner Music Group. This special […]

WARPAINT shares the video for their latest single 'Champion' from new album 'Radiate Like This' 2
Gigs

WARPAINT shares the video for their latest single ‘Champion’ from new album ‘Radiate Like This’

March 18, 2022 XS Noize

Celebrated L.A. quartet Warpaint shares the video for their latest single, “Champion,” today, taken from Radiate Like This, their first full length in six years, out May 6. “Being apart it was a little tricky […]

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