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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 […]

          Steven Wilson
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          Steven Wilson launches Headphone Dust – a home for pristine high-res & immersive audio

          February 6, 2026

          Steven Wilson has announced details of a new online platform that will become the one-stop home for his renowned, Grammy-nominated spatial audio mixes, making “studio-quality immersive sound accessible to everyone”. The platform represents a major shift […]

          Deftones
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          Deftones announce major headline show at Irish Museum of Modern Art

          February 6, 2026

          Multi-platinum GRAMMY® Award-winning Sacramento band Deftones have announced a summer show at Irish Museum of Modern Art in Dublin on August 25th 2026, with special guests IDLES. This announcement comes ahead of the band’s sold-out […]

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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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          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Marmozets Bring Relentless Energy and Heart to Sold-Out Rescue Rooms Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Marmozets Bring Relentless Energy and Heart to Sold-Out Rescue Rooms

          February 4, 2026

          British rock band Marmozets delivered an electric, sweat-soaked performance at Rescue Rooms on 26 January, turning the packed venue into a wall of noise and movement. Demand was so intense that security were forced to […]

        • 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
          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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        • 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 […]

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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 […]

          Paul Draper
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          Paul Draper on Mansun Retold: revisiting old songs with new perspective | XS Noize Podcast #267

          January 27, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Paul Draper to talk about Mansun Retold — a project shaped by distance, perspective, and the strange experience of meeting your younger […]

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David Gray
News

David Gray announces headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast

November 18, 2024 XS Noize

David Gray announced a headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast, as part of his Past & Present World Tour. Gray’s highly anticipated new album, Dear Life, will be released on January 17, 2025, through […]

Tide Lines
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Tide Lines announce their fourth studio album ‘Glasgow Love Story’

November 15, 2024 XS Noize

As they prepare to play to 14,000 fans during their upcoming ‘Homeward Bound’ headline tour, Tide Lines now announce that their fourth studio album, ‘Glasgow Love Story’, will be released on April 25th, 2025, via […]

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Features

Oasis family feud: What happened and have Liam and Noel patched things up?

November 15, 2024 XS Noize

Fifteen years after a dramatic backstage altercation tore the band apart, British rock band Oasis has reunited. Excitement has grown as fans of the rock band are gearing up for what promises to be a […]

The Zutons
News

THE ZUTONS announce spring 2025 UK headline tour

November 15, 2024 XS Noize

The Zutons are today announcing a run of UK headline tour dates for April 2025. Artist presale will begin at Wednesday 20th November at 9am GMT. Tickets will be on general sale from Friday 22nd […]

Less Than Jake – Uncharted EP Review
Album Reviews

Less Than Jake – Uncharted EP Review

November 15, 2024 Iam Burn

Less Than Jake have been around for over 30 years. Their brand of ska-punk has kept them popular, especially on the live circuit and at various festivals around the globe. They have a healthy back […]

Tom Meighan
News

Tom Meighan shares the video for his new single ‘Better Life’

November 15, 2024 XS Noize

TOM MEIGHAN shares the video for his latest single, ‘Better Life’, taken from his forthcoming album, ‘Roadrunner’, which will be released on 24 January on Blue Rocket Records. He will tour the UK this December. […]

Las Vegas
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Las Vegas Music Scene: From Casino Floors to Sold-Out Shows

November 14, 2024 XS Noize

Las Vegas has long been known as a town with neon lights, risk-taking, and amazing performers. But what about the music? That’s a whole other vibe. While Las Vegas is known for the excessive casino […]

The Farm
News

Indie godfathers, The Farm announce their first new album in 30 years with euphoric single ‘Forever & Ever’

November 14, 2024 XS Noize

Figureheads of the original indie/dance crossover scene, DIY-driven eighties post-punks and justice-seeking campaigners, The Farm have announced the release of their first album since 1994 with beatsy, feelgood lead single, “Forever & Ever” – OUT […]

NI Music Prize 2024
News

NI Music Prize 2024: A Huge Night for Northern Ireland

November 14, 2024 XS Noize

The NI Music Prize took the roof off the Ulster Hall last night with an outstanding evening of Music from Northern Ireland. Featuring legends, contenders and show-stoppers, the event did not fail to deliver the […]

Saint Etienne
News

Saint Etienne announce their 12th studio album ‘The Night’ and share focus track ‘Half Light’

November 14, 2024 XS Noize

Beloved British trio Saint Etienne will release their twelfth studio album, “The Night,” through Heavenly Recordings on December 13th, 2024. A follow-up to their critically acclaimed 2021 album, “I’ve Been Trying To Tell You,” “The […]

Sam Fender
News

Sam Fender announces his highly anticipated third album ‘People Watching’

November 13, 2024 XS Noize

People Watching is released 21st February 2025 via Polydor Records. Sam produced his record alongside bandmates Dean Thompson and Joe Atkinson over two years, working firstly in London in 2023 with producer Markus Dravs, and […]

Coldplay
Gigs

Coldplay ready to light up London during 2025 tour

November 13, 2024 XS Noize

British rock band Coldplay has been traveling around the world, entertaining fans with hits like Yellow and My Universe, as well as their collaboration with K-pop superstars BTS on Higher Power, to promote their ninth […]

Bob Dylan
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Bob Dylan live at the Royal Albert Hall: A Night of Reinvention

November 13, 2024 Michael Barron

Bob Dylan’s storied relationship with the Royal Albert Hall dates back to 1965. A year later, he returned to play what has since been immortalized as his “most famous concert ever,” a show now etched […]

Ciaran Lavery
Podcast

Stepping into the Strange: Ciaran Lavery Unveils the World of ‘Light Entertainment’

November 13, 2024 XS Noize

In Episode #200 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar interviews acclaimed Northern Irish singer-songwriter Ciaran Lavery about his stunning new album Light Entertainment. Light Entertainment, Lavery’s fifth studio album and first since 2020’s […]

DOVES announce 'Constellations For The Lonely' 2025 UK Tour
Gigs

DOVES announce ‘Constellations For The Lonely’ 2025 UK Tour

November 13, 2024 XS Noize

DOVES will return to the road for a full UK Tour following the release of their upcoming sixth studio album, Constellations For The Lonely, in February next year. The Manchester band will return to their home city […]

IN FOCUS// Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds - O2 Arena, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds – O2 Arena, London

November 12, 2024 Denise Esposito

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds delivered two unforgettable performances at London’s O2 Arena on Friday, November 8, and Saturday, November 9, 2024.     Nick Cave was triumphant during the two-and-a-half-hour set, which featured […]

CAMELPHAT
Gigs

CAMELPHAT announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

A driving force in the dance music world, CAMELPHAT returns to Belfast next February following sell-out shows in recent years at CHSq and The Telegraph Building and a massive headline set at Emerge in 2023. […]

Ryan Adams
Gigs

Ryan Adams to bring Heartbreaker Tour to Belfast and Dublin

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

Ryan Adams is a seven-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter praised as “one of rock’s most talented songwriters”. Formerly fronting rock-Americana groups Whiskeytown and Ryan Adams & the Cardinals, Adams has the ability to connect with audiences across […]

Hard-Fi
News

Hard-Fi drop new track ‘Don’t Need You’ – from ‘Don’t Go Making Plans’ EP out this Friday

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

Hard-Fi today drop another fantastic new track ‘Don’t Need You’ – the final instalment before the release of their forthcoming Don’t Go Making Plans EP this Friday, November 15th, on Ignition Records – the day […]

Public Image Ltd (PiL)
Gigs

Public Image Ltd (PiL) Announce Major Tour for 2025

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

John Lydon’s iconoclastic band Public Image Ltd (PiL) has announced a major tour of the UK and Ireland for summer 2025. The 23-date tour, billed as ‘This Is Not The Last Tour,’ will start in […]

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