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        • The Milk
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          The Milk Return with ‘Borderlands’ — Their Most Ambitious Album to Date

          August 15, 2025

          On 19 September, WLS Records will release The Milk’s sophisticated new album Borderlands, which features outstanding songwriting, deftly served by extraordinary musicianship, mixed with ambitious arrangements and world-class production. A lovingly crafted sonic memoir, it […]

          Silent Running
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          Belfast’s Silent Running Return with Fifth Album ‘Northstar’

          August 15, 2025

          Belfast’s Silent Running folded for a full 30 years after releasing their third album in 1989. One of Ireland’s biggest musical exports in the 1980s was burned out. They had headlined numerous nights at London’s […]

          Ronboy
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          Ronboy Returns with Haunting New Single “Disaster” Featuring The National’s Matt Berninger

          August 15, 2025

          Ronboy, the exciting artist project of musician Julia Laws, returns with a haunting new single “Disaster” featuring The National’s frontman Matt Berninger. The track first made its debut on Matt Berninger’s North American US Tour, […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Woody Guthrie – Woody At Home Volumes 1 & 2
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Woody Guthrie – Woody At Home Volumes 1 & 2

          August 13, 2025

          We are closing in on the 58th anniversary of Woody Guthrie’s death; complications from Huntington’s Disease finally sealed his fate on October 3rd, 1967. Despite the lengthy time that has passed, his fingerprints are still […]

          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 […]

        • 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

          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Wet Leg Turn Nottingham Into a Sing-Along Frenzy Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Wet Leg Turn Nottingham Into a Sing-Along Frenzy

          August 15, 2025

          Nottingham’s The Level was bursting at the seams on August 11th as Grammy-winning indie-rock darlings Wet Leg brought their Moisturizer tour to town — and they didn’t just play a gig, they turned it into […]

        • 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// 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, […]

  • Gigs
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          Gigs

          Jason Derulo’s 2026 tour: Dates, venues, tickets, and more

          August 10, 2025

          Jason Derulo will be touring the UK in 2026, performing at some of the UK’s grandest venues in major cities. His return promises to be unforgettable, with electrifying dance moves, chart-topping bangers, and a voice […]

          OneRepublic
          Gigs

          The ultimate guide to OneRepublic’s tour

          August 8, 2025

          Pop-rock sensation OneRepublic will bring their “Sweet Escape Tour” to Australia and New Zealand next year. With support from special guest Zara Larsson, Ryan Tedder and the crew will bring their hit songs “Counting Stars” […]

          Metallica
          Gigs

          Everything you need to know about Metallica’s 2026 tour

          August 2, 2025

          From anthems to soulful ballads, Metallica is gearing up to take you on a unique journey through their 40-year catalogue. With no-repeat setlists, colossal stages, and an array of hard-hitting support acts, “M72 World Tour” […]

  • 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
        • 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
          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 […]

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IN FOCUS// Snow Patrol at SSE Arena, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
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LIVE REVIEW: Snow Patrol’s Triumphant Return to Belfast’s SSE Arena

February 28, 2025 Bernie McAllister

There’s nothing quite like a Snow Patrol homecoming gig, and last night at Belfast’s SSE Arena, the band proved exactly why they remain one of Northern Ireland’s most cherished musical exports. With an electric atmosphere […]

McClelland
News

Northern Ireland’s McClelland Teams Up with Nathan X & Andrea Love for a Huge House Anthem

February 27, 2025 XS Noize

Belfast’s own McClelland (the producer alias of Downtown Radio’s Neal McClelland) continues to make waves on the global dance scene, teaming up with Nathan X and powerhouse vocalist Andrea Love for a standout new release […]

Sea Fever
News

Sea Fever announce the release of their second album ‘Surface Sound’ with new single ‘Breaking Out’

February 27, 2025 XS Noize

Constructing a sonic city of dance, euphoric electronic pop and cross-genre alt-rock enclaves, travelled five-piece, Sea Fever release one of their boldest singles to date to simultaneously announce the release of their second album, Surface […]

Van Morrison
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Van Morrison announces new album ‘Remembering Now’ & shares first single ‘Down to Joy’

February 27, 2025 XS Noize

Van Morrison will release his new album ‘Remembering Now’ on June 13th. It represents his first collection of original music since 2022 and also follows the acclaimed covers albums ‘Moving On Skiffle’ and ‘Accentuate The Positive’. The album’s launch is accompanied by the long-awaited […]

DOVES
News

DOVES reveal their new single ‘A Drop In The Ocean’

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

DOVES meld philosophical lyrics and spacial, bass-propelled atmospherics on their latest track release, revealing “A Drop In The Ocean” ahead of the release of their sixth studio album this week. Floating through fathoms of deep […]

Bono: Stories of Surrender
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Apple Original Films Announces New Bono Documentary Event – “Bono: Stories of Surrender,” Premiering May 30

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

Today, Apple Original Films announced the groundbreaking new documentary event “Bono: Stories of Surrender,” a lyrical, bold visual exploration of Bono’s one-man show by the same name, to premiere globally on Friday, May 30, 2025 […]

How Does Music Influence Our Mood And Feelings?
Features 2

The Connection Between Music and Mood: Why Certain Songs Just Feel Right

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

Hands up – how many times have you chosen a song or playlist that reflects your mood? When you are in a positive mood, you might opt for upbeat tracks to match your uplifted spirit. […]

The Magic Mod
Gigs

Rock ‘N’ Roll’s Favourite Magician The Magic Mod Announces Thrilling May Tour

February 26, 2025 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 […]

SkunkAnansie
News

Skunk Anansie release new single ‘Cheers’ & announce new studio album ‘The Painful Truth’

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

British rock icons SKUNK ANANSIE have today announced their hugely anticipated new studio album, The Painful Truth. The new album, their seventh studio collection and first in nine years, will be released on May 23rd via […]

Peter Doherty
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Peter Doherty Releases New Song ‘Calvados’ from His Extraordinary New Album ‘Felt Better Alive’

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

Today, Peter Doherty releases a new song, “Calvados” It is simultaneously a paean to the fine apple brandy produced in Normandy, where Peter lives, and a hymn to craftsmanship and patience; it makes yet another […]

deacon blue
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Deacon Blue Unveil New Single ‘Turn Up Your Radio!’ from Upcoming Album ‘The Great Western Road’

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

Deacon Blue released the new single ‘Turn Up Your Radio!’ today, 26 February 2025. The track premiered on the BBC Radio 2 breakfast show with Scott Mills yesterday and is taken from the forthcoming studio […]

Razorlight
Podcasts

Andy Burrows on Razorlight’s Planet Nowhere & Fall to Pieces Documentary | XS Noize Podcast #215

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

In this episode of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with Andy Burrows from Razorlight about their highly anticipated new album, Planet Nowhere, and the revealing documentary Fall to Pieces. Razorlight helped define […]

SWANS
News

SWANS announce details of their seventeenth studio album ‘Birthing’

February 25, 2025 XS Noize

SWANS have announced details of their seventeenth studio album, Birthing, due for release on Mute / Young God Records (N America) on 30 May 2025. Birthing will be released digitally on triple vinyl (in a […]

Moncrieff
News

Moncrieff announces headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on December 4th

February 25, 2025 XS Noize

One of Ireland’s fastest rising artists Moncrieff has announced a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on December 04th 2025. His debut album maybe it’s fine. will be released on May 9, via Warner […]

Ocean Colour Scene
News

Ocean Colour Scene Duo Simon Fowler and Oscar Harrison Announce Acoustic Tour Dates

February 25, 2025 XS Noize

Ocean Colour Scene’s singer Simon Fowler and drummer Oscar Harrison have announced a new run of tour dates for their highly acclaimed acoustic show this autumn. The 14-date tour billed as Simon and Oscar: The […]

Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts
Gigs

Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts announce Malahide Castle, Dublin show with special guest Van Morrison

February 24, 2025 XS Noize

Today, Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts announce the Love Earth World Tour, which will take place this Summer. Kicking off on June 18th in Rattvik, Sweden, the first leg of the tour travels through […]

Imagine Dragons
Gigs

Five of Imagine Dragons best selling albums

February 24, 2025 XS Noize

Grammy Award-winning alternative rock band Imagine Dragons have graced the ears of music lovers globally over the past decade with their signature guitar-heavy sound and colossal beats. Since their rise to fame, they have become […]

las vegas
Features 2

Legends of the Strip: The Best Music Performances in Las Vegas

February 24, 2025 XS Noize

Las Vegas, often referred to as the Entertainment Capital of the World, has long been a haven for music lovers. From dazzling shows on the Strip to intimate performances in hidden venues, the city offers […]

Nile Rodgers
News

Nile Rodgers and CHIC announce headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Sunday, August 31st

February 24, 2025 XS Noize

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, and multiple Grammy Award-winning songwriter, composer, producer, arranger, and guitarist Nile Rodgers is pleased to announce a return to Belfast with a headline […]

midland
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Midland announce headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Friday 5th September 2025

February 24, 2025 XS Noize

Double Grammy® nominees Midland announce a headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Friday 05th September 2025. Midland have sought to reintroduce the Western plains, Laurel Canyon-cum-Bakersfield and Lone Star juke joints to Country […]

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