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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 […]

          Saint Etienne
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          Saint Etienne Team with Orbital’s Paul Hartnoll for New Single ‘Take Me To The Pilot’

          August 5, 2025

          Saint Etienne return with ‘Take Me To The Pilot’ – the second single from their thirteenth and final studio album International, released 5th August via Heavenly Recordings. Co-written and produced with Paul Hartnoll of Orbital, […]

          PRESIDENT
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          PRESIDENT to Headline Belfast’s Limelight on 11th April 2026

          August 5, 2025

          Following selling out their UK and Irish Tour, PRESIDENT have added a Belfast show. PRESIDENT recently released their new single, “In The Name Of The Father.” The debut proclamation is a raw meditation on existential […]

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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
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          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 […]

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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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          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 […]

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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 […]

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          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 […]

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        • Bad Bunny
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          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
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          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
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          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 […]

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        • Asha Maclean
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          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
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          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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        • 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 […]

          Cam – Behind the Songs of 'All Things Light' and Life After a Grammy | XS Noize Podcast #238
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          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
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          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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Stella Rose – Hollybaby EP Review
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Stella Rose – Hollybaby EP Review

December 11, 2024 Randall Radic

Following last year’s debut album, Eyes Of Glass, dark pop artist Stella Rose returns with her new EP, Hollybaby, released via KRO Records. This EP unfolds like cinematic vignettes, blending stark realities with a curated, […]

LAU
Interviews

INTERVIEW: LAU on the Inspiration Behind New Album ‘Digital Dream’

December 11, 2024 Rebecca Haslam

Since releasing her debut album ‘Believer’ in 2021, LAU – real name Laura Fares – has gone from strength to strength creatively and artistically. Her growth and development as an artist are highlighted in her […]

The Farmer’s Bash
Gigs

The Farmer’s Bash is back in 2025 at Boucher Playing Fields

December 11, 2024 XS Noize

The Farmer’s Bash is back in 2025, and due to phenomenal demand, it will now be hosted across two days and four stages at Boucher Playing Fields—Northern Ireland’s largest concert venue! The inaugural outdoor edition […]

Ocean Colour Scene
Gigs

Ocean Colour Scene add extra show at Ulster Hall, Belfast on Sunday 27th April

December 11, 2024 XS Noize

Ocean Colour Scene’s rip-roaring live shows have long been one of the most extraordinary sights in modern rock – communal outpourings of hope and joy which boast the most life-affirming sing-a-longs you’ll ever hear. OCS […]

Sabrina Carpenter
Gigs

The Ultimate Fan’s Guide to Sabrina Carpenter’s 2025 Short N’ Sweet Tour

December 10, 2024 XS Noize

American singer and actress Sabrina Carpenter has rapidly become a prominent figure in pop music. Having already achieved significant milestones like opening for Taylor Swift on the Eras Tour and performing at Coachella, Carpenter is […]

Deftones
Gigs

GRAMMY Award-winning band Deftones to play the Eden Sessions next summer

December 10, 2024 XS Noize

Sacramento’s own Deftones have been announced for the 2025 Eden Sessions and will play a show at the Eden Project in Cornwall on Thursday June 26, 2025. This is one of only a handful of […]

Mark Vickness
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Mark Vickness of MVI Discusses “Mandolin Spring,” Upcoming Tour, and 2024 Highlights

December 10, 2024 Rebecca Haslam

MVI are a group whose music truly transcends genres and styles. Fronted/led by Mark Vickness, the band has had a busy and successful year, particularly on the back of their new album ‘I Will Find […]

IN FOCUS// The Chats - Rock City, Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Chats – Rock City, Nottingham

December 10, 2024 Alina Salihbekova

Australian punk trio The Chats unleashed their trademark high-energy chaos at Rock City, Nottingham, delivering a blistering set that left the crowd electrified. Eamon Sandwith, Matt Boggis, and Josh Hardy tore through an impressive 25-song […]

THE MAGIC MOD
Gigs

THE MAGIC MOD announces show at The Limelight, Belfast on Saturday, 18 January 2025

December 10, 2024 XS Noize

THE MAGIC MOD – aka Ben Taylor – is a card magician and entertainer of huge esteem who can proudly count himself as a member of the exclusive Magic Circle fraternity. Born in Crawley in […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Saint Etienne - The Night
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Saint Etienne – The Night

December 10, 2024 Sandra Blemster

When I think of British trio Saint Etienne, I’m transported to the 90s: a blend of indie-dance tracks infused with 60s influences like “Nothing Can Stop Us.” Their music conjures images of kitchen-sink dramas, green […]

Simple Minds
News

Simple Minds release new single ‘Your Name In Lights’ to celebrate the BBC premiere of ‘Everything Is Possible’ documentary

December 10, 2024 XS Noize

Today, Simple Minds released their new single, ‘Your Name in Lights’, which is the soundtrack to the critically acclaimed, career-spanning documentary Everything Is Possible. The documentary will be available to watch on BBC iPlayer and […]

The Darkness
News

The Darkness release brand new single ‘I Hate Myself’

December 10, 2024 XS Noize

Following its premiere with Jo Whiley on BBC Radio 2 last night, The Darkness have today (December 10th) released their explosive new single ‘I Hate Myself’. It’s the second track to be taken from their forthcoming […]

Killerstar
Podcasts

KillerStar’s Rob Fleming on ‘KillerStar Reimagined’ the reworks album

December 10, 2024 XS Noize

In Episode #206 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with Rob Fleming, one half of Killerstar, to discuss KillerStar Reimagined, the reworks album. KillerStar’s debut album earned widespread acclaim for blending art rock […]

Afro Celt Sound System
Gigs

Afro Celt Sound System to Headline Mandela Hall for St Patrick’s Music Festival 2025

December 9, 2024 XS Noize

Afro Celt Sound System, the legendary fusion of African and Celtic music, will take centre stage at Mandela Hall on Saturday, March 15, 2025, as part of the Belfast St Patrick’s Music Festival. This electrifying […]

The Corrs
Gigs

The Corrs announce 2025 UK, Ireland, Germany and Spain tour dates

December 9, 2024 XS Noize

Hot on the heels of a string of shows acclaimed for their power and emotion, and following their announcement on the Isle of Wight Festival bill, The Corrs have unveiled more tour dates for the […]

Coldplay
Gigs

The Science of a Coldplay Concert: How They Create Unforgettable Live Experiences

December 7, 2024 XS Noize

Coldplay’s concerts have become synonymous with unforgettable experiences, as they continuously push boundaries and set a new standard after every live performance. The British rock band consistently crafts an atmosphere at their concerts that stirs […]

Tony Mortimer
Podcasts

Tony Mortimer on 30 Years of ‘Stay Another Day’: The Story Behind East 17’s Timeless Christmas Classic

December 6, 2024 XS Noize

In Episode #205 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with Tony Mortimer to discuss The 30th Anniversary of The East 17 Christmas Classic ‘Stay Another Day’  East 17’s Stay Another Day is […]

Thin Lizzy
News

Thin Lizzy Release ‘Slow Blues E.B. (Acoustic Version)’ from Forthcoming ‘Acoustic Sessions’ Album

December 6, 2024 XS Noize

Thin Lizzy is back with a fresh take on some of their most iconic tracks, marking their first new release in over four decades. This unique acoustic album reimagines beloved songs, offering a stripped-back sound […]

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Gigs

Oasis Reunited: What To Expect From Their 2025 Tour

December 5, 2024 XS Noize

It will be a nostalgic moment for the brothers as they will take the stage in 2025 to perform at several big stadiums around the world. The reunion has sparked many questions; however, the brothers […]

Zakk Sabbath
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Zakk Sabbath at The Majestic Ventura Theater

December 5, 2024 Triffin Constantine

If there’s anyone entitled to pay tribute to Black Sabbath while also putting his own spin on their canonical metal work, it’s Zakk Wylde, Ozzy Osbourne’s longest-serving guitarist. Having been at the side of the […]

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