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          My Chemical Romance Announce The Black Parade 2026 Stadium Tour to Mark 20th Anniversary

          September 22, 2025

          Following the era-defining accomplishment of their Long Live: The Black Parade tour, My Chemical Romance has announced 17 new live dates in celebration of the 20th anniversary of their landmark third studio album. The Black […]

          The Coronas
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          The Coronas Announce Christmas 2025 Shows at Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre & Belfast’s Telegraph Building

          September 22, 2025

          The Coronas have announced their return to Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre for four highly anticipated Christmas shows, taking place on the 10th, 11th, 12th and 13th of December 2025. These annual performances have become a firm fixture in the band’s […]

          Kate Bush
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          Kate Bush Announces ‘Best of The Other Sides’ — Out September 26

          September 22, 2025

          Kate Bush releases ‘Best of The Other Sides’ on Fish People on September 26 (digital) and October 31 (vinyl and CD). The release is due to demand from those unable to access the original release of […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Evalyn - A Quiet Life
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Evalyn – A Quiet Life

          September 18, 2025

          Los Angeles electro-pop artist Evalyn returns with her sophomore album A Quiet Life — a bold, luminous exploration of awareness, transformation, and the messy beauty of change. Written and recorded during her first pregnancy, the […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Chameleons - Arctic Moon
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Chameleons – Arctic Moon

          September 10, 2025

          After more than two decades without new material, The Chameleons return with Arctic Moon, their fifth album proper, a seven-track collection that feels both timeless and urgently relevant. From the opening moments, it’s clear the […]

        • 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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          LIVE REVIEW: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles Credit: Triffin Constantine
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles

          September 22, 2025

          Sludge, prog, and post-metal band Baroness played an emotional set at Lodge Room in the Highland Park neighbourhood of Los Angeles on Saturday, September 20th. The night was one of remembrance, playing their first two […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate "Inertia" with High-Energy London Launch Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate “Inertia” with High-Energy London Launch Show

          September 10, 2025

          To mark the release of their new album Inertia, Pendulum’s Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen brought an electrifying DJ set to HERE at Outernet in London on September 5th. The Australian outfit has long been […]

        • 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, […]

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        • 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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        • 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
          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, […]

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        • Divine Comedy
          Podcasts

          The Divine Comedy’s Neil Hannon on “Rainy Sunday Afternoon” | XS Noize Podcast #245

          September 16, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube In Episode #245 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Neil Hannon — the brilliant mind behind The Divine Comedy — for a revealing conversation about his new […]

          Tom Smith
          Podcasts

          Editors’ Tom Smith on Debut Solo Album ‘There Is Nothing In The Dark That Isn’t There In The Light’ | XS Noize Podcast #244

          September 9, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “I wanted to be less collaborative, a bit more selfish, and make a record that’s a truer representation of the songs I write when I’m alone at the piano or guitar.” […]

          The Milk
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          The Milk’s Rick Nunn on new album ‘Borderlands’: Love, Loss & Cinematic Soul | XS Noize Podcast #243

          September 2, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “We wanted Borderlands to sound as big as the emotions inside it — choirs, strings, brass, the whole lot.” – Rick Nunn, The Milk Episode Overview  In Episode #243 of the […]

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Steven Wilson
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Steven Wilson announces details of his eighth studio album ‘The Overview’

January 9, 2025 XS Noize

Steven Wilson, the world-renowned producer, remixer, originator and songwriter, has announced details of his eighth studio album, The Overview, which is due for release on Fiction Records on 14th March 2025. The forty-two-minute album is […]

Andy Bell
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Andy Bell announces new solo album ‘pinball wanderer’ released February 28

January 9, 2025 XS Noize

Ride guitarist and songwriter Andy Bell releases his third solo album pinball wanderer via Sonic Cathedral on February 28. The first single is a cover of The Passions’ post-punk classic ‘I’m In Love With A […]

Doves
News

DOVES Unveil ‘Cold Dreaming’ a Mesmerizing Second Single from ‘Constellations for the Lonely’

January 8, 2025 XS Noize

DOVES head into an optimistic New Year of SOLD-OUT UK Tour dates and the countdown to their expansive, sixth studio album with the release of the dramatic, synth-and-strings, psychedelic soul single, “Cold Dreaming.” Clearing another […]

The Lumineers
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The Lumineers return with new album ‘Automatic’ & share new single ‘Same Old Song’

January 8, 2025 XS Noize

The Lumineers announce their highly anticipated new album, Automatic, available via Dualtone worldwide on Friday, February 14. The 2x GRAMMY® Award-nominated and chart-topping band’s fifth studio album and first new collection in more than three […]

Mantra Of The Cosmos
News

Noel Gallagher joins Zak Starkey and Shaun Ryder for new Mantra Of The Cosmos single – ‘Domino Bones (Gets Dangerous)’

January 8, 2025 XS Noize

19th January 2025 will see the vinyl release of ‘Domino Bones (Gets Dangerous),’ the new psychedelic single by supergroup Mantra Of The Cosmos – featuring Oasis star Noel Gallagher. To mark the release, the band, […]

THE MAGIC MOD
Podcasts

The Magic Mod Opens Up About His Journey Into The World of Magic

January 8, 2025 XS Noize

In Episode #208 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar sits down with THE MAGIC MOD, also known as Ben Taylor, to delve into the world of magic and discuss his upcoming headline show […]

Mogwai
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Mogwai release new track ‘Fanzine Made Of Flesh’ – from forthcoming album ‘The Bad Fire’

January 7, 2025 XS Noize

Mogwai today release their new song “Fanzine Made Of Flesh”, the latest cut to be taken from their forthcoming eleventh album, The Bad Fire. Mary Anne Hobbs premiered the track on BBC Radio 6. The […]

Everyone Says Hi
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Everyone Says Hi share their latest track ‘Lucky Stars’ ahead of the release of their self-titled debut album

January 7, 2025 XS Noize

Everyone Says Hi share their latest track, ‘Lucky Stars’, ahead of the release of their self-titled debut album out on Friday 31st January. Speaking about the release, frontman Nick Hodgson says: “I’ve written a lot […]

the darkness
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The Darkness release video for new single ‘I Hate Myself’

January 7, 2025 XS Noize

The Darkness have released the video for their new single ‘I Hate Myself’, the latest song to be taken from their forthcoming eighth studio album Dreams On Toast which is out on March 28th via […]

Imagine Dragons
Gigs

Possible Setlist for Imagine Dragons Tour in Barcelona

January 7, 2025 XS Noize

Imagine Dragons are flying higher than ever, shutting down stadiums and arenas around the world with their “Loom World Tour.” The American rock trio is set to electrify the stage in Barcelona with a live […]

The Pogues
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The Pogues Set for UK and Ireland Tour in 2025

January 6, 2025 XS Noize

The Pogues reunited for the second time in 2024 to commemorate the 40 year anniversary of their debut album, Red Roses for Me. They are set to embark on a tour of the UK and […]

Franz Ferdinand
News

Franz Ferdinand share ‘Hooked’, the latest single from their new album ‘The Human Fear’

January 6, 2025 XS Noize

Franz Ferdinand have today shared a new track, ‘Hooked’, the latest single to be taken from their new studio album, The Human Fear, which will be released this Friday, 10th January 2025 on Domino. The […]

The Waterboys
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The Waterboys announce brand new album ‘Life, Death And Dennis Hopper’

January 6, 2025 XS Noize

The Waterboys today make the very special announcement of their brand new, sixteenth studio album Life, Death And Dennis Hopper – out April 4th on Sun Records. The most audacious Waterboys album yet, Life, Death […]

Coldplay
Features 2

The most influential bands of the last 20 years

January 5, 2025 XS Noize

Over the past two decades, there has been an emergence of numerous bands across various genres, each achieving notable success. From rock to pop to heavy metal, many bands have risen to prominence, making their […]

Oasis
Features

Possible Setlist for the Opening Night of Oasis’ Tour in Cardiff

January 3, 2025 XS Noize

The pipes of peace have been played, and the Gallagher brothers have danced to its tunes. The band will perform a series of shows across 13 countries. Has Oasis returned for good, or is this […]

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