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        • Kingfishr
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          Kingfishr Announce Massive Summer 2026 Irish Shows

          August 8, 2025

          2025 has already been Kingfishr’s year, with a smash hit #1 single in the shape of ‘Killeagh’, ever-growing international tour dates which will close with two sold out Dublin 3Arena headline shows, and the long-awaited release of their debut album ‘Halcyon’ on August 22nd. But big […]

          D:Ream
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          D:Ream Return with New Album ‘Do It Anyway’ and Unveil New Track ‘The Geek Who Rules The World’

          August 8, 2025

          D:Ream’s classic ‘Things Can Only Get Better’ has constantly resurfaced to become a cultural phenomenon: first as a mega hit with four weeks at #1 and a BRIT Award nomination, then ushering in New Labour, before soundtracking lockdown and sneaking into Rishi Sunak’s election announcement. […]

          Van Morrison
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          Van Morrison Announces an intimate concert at Belfast’s, Waterfront Studio on 28 August 2025

          August 6, 2025

          Van Morrison invites you to an intimate concert at Belfast’s Waterfront Studio on 28 August 2025. Morrison, whose career spans a remarkable seven decades and millions of record sales, is regarded as one of the […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Richard Hawley - Coles Corner (20th Anniversary)
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Richard Hawley – Coles Corner (20th Anniversary)

          August 6, 2025

          When Coles Corner arrived in 2005, Richard Hawley had recently moved from Setanta to Mute Records, but musically, he was still rooted in the same soil — Sheffield. On paper, it could have been dismissed […]

          REVIEW: Blusher EP – RACER
          Album Reviews

          REVIEW: Blusher – RACER EP

          July 29, 2025

          Whilst the UK and the USA primarily dominate the English language music scene, Australia has given us its share of highly successful artists over the last 30 years or so. Apart from Kylie, who dominates […]

        • 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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Mangata Festival 2024: A Two-Day Triumph of Heavy Music Across Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Mangata Festival 2025: A Two-Day Triumph of Heavy Music Across Nottingham

          July 17, 2025

          Mangata Festival returned to Nottingham on July 12th, bringing with it a thunderous celebration of heavy music spread across multiple venues in the city. But the festivities began even earlier with Solgata, the official pre-party […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts BST Hyde Park, London
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts BST Hyde Park, London

          July 14, 2025

          The first four headliners of this year’s BST Hyde Park festival were all under thirty, celebrating the energy and optimism of youth. But with Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts joined by Cat Stevens (Yusuf […]

        • 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// 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, […]

          IN FOCUS// The Darkness Set Wembley Arena Alight with Glam Rock Glory Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// The Darkness Set Wembley Arena Alight with Glam Rock Glory

          April 3, 2025

          On April 29th, one of Britain’s most electrifying live acts, The Darkness, lit up a sold-out OVO Wembley Arena with an impossible show to ignore. Kicking off the night in fine style were Ash, the […]

  • Gigs
        • Bad Bunny
          Gigs

          Bad Bunny’s 2026 World Tour: Dates, venues, tickets, and more

          July 25, 2025

          Bad Bunny’s 2025-2026 “Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour” promises to be a seismic explosion of Latin trap, vibrant beats, and the Puerto Rican culture on full display. From Santo Domingo to Brussels, don’t blink; […]

          Lady Gaga
          Gigs

          Mayhem Ball Tour: Everything you need to know about seeing Lady Gaga in London

          July 19, 2025

          For four nights, Lady Gaga will share the gothic energy of her recent album, “Mayhem,” at the O2 Arena. Buckle up, Little Monsters, for a night of chaos, connection, and pure pop magic that will […]

          Coldplay
          Gigs

          The complete guide to seeing Coldplay in London

          July 16, 2025

          Coldplay launched their “Music of the Spheres Tour” on March 18, 2022, in Costa Rica and have since brought their spectacular live shows to more than 40 countries. From early sold-out nights in Latin America—including […]

  • Interviews
        • 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
          Interviews

          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, […]

  • Podcast
        • XS Noize Podcast #239 – Bob Stanley on Saint Etienne’s final album International
          Podcasts

          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 […]

          Cam – Behind the Songs of 'All Things Light' and Life After a Grammy | XS Noize Podcast #238
          Podcasts

          Cam – “All Things Light”: Behind the Songs & Grammy Reflections | XS Noize Podcast #238

          July 30, 2025

          In Episode #238 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Cam to talk about her new album, All Things Light. From her multi-platinum hit “Burning House” to co-writing on Beyoncé’s […]

          Peter Cunnah and Al Mackenzie
          Podcasts

          Peter Cunnah & Al Mackenzie: Reigniting D:Ream with ‘Do It Anyway’ | XS Noize Podcast #237

          July 23, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Peter Cunnah and Al Mackenzie — the pioneering duo behind D:Ream — to discuss their vibrant and defiant new album, Do It […]

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Paul Brady
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PAUL BRADY to receive the legend award at this years Northern Ireland Music Prize at the Ulster Hall

August 24, 2023 XS Noize

The Oh Yeah Music Centre is thrilled to announce that this year’s Legend Award recipient is Paul Brady. The presentation will be made at the Northern Ireland Music Prize on Wednesday, 15th November, at the Ulster Hall, Belfast. Following the presentation, Paul will […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Nora Kelly Band – Rodeo Clown
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Nora Kelly Band – Rodeo Clown

August 24, 2023 Randall Radic

The cover photo of Rodeo Clown, the debut long player of Montreal-based country outfit the Nora Kelly Band, alludes in some measure to the theme running through the album. Band leader Nora Kelly explains, “We […]

EMERGE MUSIC FESTIVAL © Bernie McAllister
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EMERGE MUSIC FESTIVAL – Ireland’s biggest Electronic Music Festival, is back this weekend

August 23, 2023 XS Noize

EMERGE MUSIC FESTIVAL, Ireland’s biggest Electronic Music Festival, is back in 2023 at Boucher Road Playing Fields, August Bank Holiday weekend, following a sell-out inaugural year. It promises to be bigger, better and bolder! Bernie […]

ØXN
News

Experimental doom folk band ØXN announce debut album CYRM to be released on 27th October

August 23, 2023 XS Noize

CYRM, the debut album from experimental doom folk band, ØXN, will be released via Claddagh Records on Fri 27th October 2023. ØXN [pron. ox-en], comprising Mercury-nominated Radie Peat (LANKUM), Katie Kim, John ‘Spud’ Murphy and […]

Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
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OMD return with new album ‘Bauhaus Staircase’ & release album’s Title Track

August 23, 2023 XS Noize

Six years since the release of their critically acclaimed, Top 4-charting The Punishment Of Luxury, synth pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) return with their brand new studio album Bauhaus Staircase – out October […]

James Blunt
Gigs

JAMES BLUNT announces spring 2024 UK arena tour

August 23, 2023 XS Noize

James Blunt makes a most welcome return to the road next year in support of his brilliant new album Who We Used To Be – out October 27th on Atlantic Records. James and his band […]

STAIND
News

STAIND release new single ‘In This Condition’ from their forthcoming album ‘Confessions of the Fallen’

August 22, 2023 XS Noize

Multi-platinum rock band Staind has released a new song, “In This Condition”, from their forthcoming album, Confessions of the Fallen.  “In This Condition” is the third track released from the new album, following “Cycle of […]

IN FOCUS// Field Day 2023 with Aphex Twin, Bonobo, Arca and others at Victoria Park, London Credit: Alina Salihbekova
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Field Day 2023 with Aphex Twin, Bonobo, Arca and others at Victoria Park, London

August 22, 2023 Alina Salihbekova

Victoria Park is a place of yearly festivities and grand summer concerts. On the 19th of August, one of the most creative and mysterious electronic music producers – Aphex Twin – had a hugely awaited […]

The Chemical Brothers
News

THE CHEMICAL BROTHERS release new track ‘Skipping Like A Stone’ (featuring Beck)

August 22, 2023 XS Noize

The Chemical Brothers release a new track today (21st August 2023), taken from their forthcoming tenth album For That Beautiful Feeling.  “Skipping Like A Stone” is their second collaboration with Beck (following 2015’s massively successful […]

Maisie Peters
Gigs

MAISIE PETERS announces headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on Friday 27 October

August 22, 2023 XS Noize

Fresh from her first No. 1 album, ‘The Good Witch’, and an acclaimed debut set on Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage, Maisie Peters has announced additional ‘Road To Wembley’ and ‘The Good Witch Comes To Europe’ tour […]

Arctic Monkeys
Gigs

ARCTIC MONKEYS Announce World Tour Finale in Dublin & Belfast

August 22, 2023 XS Noize

Arctic Monkeys will be returning to Dublin & Belfast in October for a series of arena dates to mark the end of their World Tour. The band are pleased to announce Miles Kane as Special […]

IN FOCUS// STIFF LITTLE FINGERS at Custom House Square, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// STIFF LITTLE FINGERS at Custom House Square, Belfast

August 21, 2023 Bernie McAllister

Following their SOLD OUT Custom House Square show in 2022, Legendary NI Punks STIFF LITTLE FINGERS returned to Custom House Square for another special night in Belfast on Saturday, 19th August 2023, alongside an all-star line-up […]

eSports Betting: A New Trend Spreading Its Wings
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eSports Betting: A New Trend Spreading Its Wings

August 21, 2023 XS Noize

In the ever-evolving landscape of entertainment and gaming, a new phenomenon has emerged that is captivating enthusiasts worldwide: eSports betting. As competitive gaming gains unprecedented popularity, the integration of wagers into the eSports ecosystem has […]

James McVey
News

The Vamps, JAMES MCVEY shares his debut solo single ‘Dancing On The Head Of A Needle’

August 18, 2023 XS Noize

Best known for his chart-topping, arena-filling, multi-Platinum success with The Vamps, James McVey now takes a very different approach as he launches his solo project. His first single, ‘Dancing On The Head Of A Needle’, […]

ABBA Voyage at ABBA Arena, London
Live Reviews

REVIEW: ABBA Voyage at ABBA Arena, London

August 18, 2023 Michael Barron

The last ABBA UK live performance took place on 11th December 1982. The Swedish quartet played ‘Thank You for the Music’ on The Late Breakfast Show hosted by Noel Edmonds almost five years before MTV […]

wings of desire
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UK duo WINGS OF DESIRE release double-A single ‘Made of Love’ / ‘Be Here Now’

August 18, 2023 XS Noize

UK duo Wings of Desire – AKA James Taylor and Chloe Little – release double-A single ‘Made Of Love’ and ‘Be Here Now’ today. Operating at the intersection between pensive reflection and brash catharsis, Wings […]

the streets
News

THE STREETS share new single ‘Too Much Yayo’ from new album ‘The Darker The Shadow The Brighter The Light’

August 18, 2023 XS Noize

Today multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Mike Skinner returns with the second look from the highly anticipated forthcoming album ‘The Darker The Shadow The Brighter The Light’. Examining life’s nuances and turning the mundane into the extraordinary […]

mrch
News

Phoenix alternative duo MRCH share video for new single ‘Easiest To Bend’

August 17, 2023 XS Noize

After charting a course for the release of their upcoming EP ‘TV Bliss’ with ‘Stars Align’, Phoenix alternative duo MRCH now share the follow-up single ‘Easiest To Bend’, along with the track’s official video. The […]

Jazmine Flowers
News

Rising talent JAZMINE FLOWERS shares new single ‘i’m DONE’

August 17, 2023 XS Noize

Rising talent Jazmine Flowers imagines that her music is what you would hear in the “R&B lounge of some dystopian club in 3045,” but that forward-thinking approach is already making waves in 2023. Early tracks […]

Lovely Little Girls
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ALBUM STREAM: Lovely Little Girls – Effusive Supreme

August 17, 2023 XS Noize

Lovely Little Girls is a theatrical art-rock band from Chicago that features members of Cheer-Accident and The Flying Luttenbachers. They specialize in odd harmonies and catchy melodies served with a histrionic flair.  Started as “a […]

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