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          Oasis release ‘Bring It Down (Live From Edinburgh 9 August ’25)’

          August 22, 2025

          Ahead of beginning their sold-out run of shows in North America, Oasis release ‘Bring It On Down (Live from Edinburgh, 9 August ‘25).’ The track was recorded on Saturday 9th August at the second of […]

          Kings of Leon
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          Kings of Leon Drop New Single “We’re Onto Something” Featuring Zach Bryan

          August 22, 2025

          GRAMMY Award®-winning, multi-platinum rock band Kings of Leon have released new single, “We’re Onto Something” featuring Zach Bryan, via Love Tap Records, the band’s own imprint distributed by Virgin Records. Last weekend, Zach Bryan joined Kings of Leon on […]

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          Suede Reveal 2026 UK Tour in Support of Antidepressants After Southbank Sell-Out

          August 22, 2025

          Suede have announced a UK tour for 2026 that will see the band take their highly-anticipated tenth studio album, Antidepressants on the road for the first time. Access is available to an exclusive fan tour presale from Wednesday […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Wolf Alice – The Clearing
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Wolf Alice – The Clearing

          August 25, 2025

          Four years after their Brit Award-winning Blue Weekend gave them their first UK No. 1, Wolf Alice return with The Clearing—an album that feels less like a follow-up and more like a hard-earned arrival. Rather […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Deftones - Private Music
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Deftones – Private Music

          August 21, 2025

          It has taken five years for new Deftones music, the longest gap between studio albums for the Sacramento, California-based alternative metal icons, but now they return with the outstandingly atmospheric offering Private Music. However, things […]

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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: RAYE – All Points East, Victoria Park, Mile End
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: RAYE – All Points East, Victoria Park, Mile End

          August 25, 2025

          RAYE may have narrowly missed out on the 2023 Mercury Prize for her debut My 21st Century Blues, but her sweep of six BRIT Awards the following year more than confirmed her as one of […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Barry Can’t Swim – All Points East, Victoria Park, Mile End
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          LIVE REVIEW: Barry Can’t Swim – All Points East, Victoria Park, Mile End

          August 25, 2025

          All Points East has always prided itself on curating a forward-thinking electronic bill, and this year was no exception. Chase & Status set Victoria Park alight with their trademark mix of drum ’n’ bass and […]

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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// 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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        • Eros Ramazzotti
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          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 […]

          Tokio Hotel
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          Everything you need to know about seeing Tokio Hotel perform in London

          August 16, 2025

          Get ready for an electrifying performance as the German rock band Tokio Hotel will begin their 2026 global run with a show at the iconic OVO Hydro Arena in London. Tokio Hotel is a German […]

          Lady Gaga
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          Possible setlist for Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball Tour show in London

          August 13, 2025

          The enigmatic Lady Gaga is redefining the art of live performance with her highly anticipated Mayhem Ball Tour which began in July 2025. This is her first arena tour since 2018, bringing a theatrical, gothic-inspired […]

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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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        • Matt Berninger (The National) on His New Solo Album ‘Get Sunk’ | XS Noize Podcast #241
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          The National’s Matt Berninger on His New Solo Album ‘Get Sunk’ & European Tour | XS Noize Podcast #241

          August 20, 2025

          In Episode #241 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with Matt Berninger — frontman of The National and acclaimed solo artist — about his brand-new album Get Sunk. Best known for his […]

          The Subways
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          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
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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 […]

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Denise Esposito is a VFX Artist by day and a Music Photographer by night. Over the years she has seen hundreds of concerts through her lenses.
LIVE REVIEW: Djo Transcends Actor-Turned-Musician Clichés in Dazzling London Set Credit: Denise Esposito
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Djo Shines Beyond the Screen in Dazzling London Show

June 9, 2025 Denise Esposito

Djo, the musical moniker of actor, producer, and songwriter Joe Keery (best known as Steve Harrington in Stranger Things), proved he’s no part-time musician with three sold-out nights at London’s O2 Forum Kentish Town. Now […]

IN FOCUS// Kim Deal Mesmerises The Barbican with a Triumphant Tour Kickoff Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Kim Deal Mesmerises The Barbican with a Stunning Tour Kickoff

March 3, 2025 Denise Esposito

On March 1st, 2025, Kim Deal took the stage at The Barbican in London to launch her highly anticipated solo tour supporting Nobody Loves You More. Backed by a stunning 25-piece ensemble, she delivered a […]

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 […]

IN FOCUS// The Waeve at Village Underground, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Waeve at Village Underground, London

November 1, 2024 Denise Esposito

On October 29, 2024, The Waeve (Graham Coxon and Rose Elinor Dougall) performed a sold-out show at London’s Village Underground. This concert marked their largest headline performance to date, celebrating the release of their second […]

IN FOCUS// Crosses at the O2 Forum, Kentish Town, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// ††† Crosses at the O2 Forum, Kentish Town, London

June 26, 2024 Denise Esposito

††† Crosses, the duo formed by Deftones singer Chino Moreno and multi-instrumentalist Shaun Lopez, are hitting the road for the first time in a decade and currently playing across Europe and the UK with their […]

IN FOCUS// Royal Blood at the O2 Academy Brixton, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Royal Blood at the O2 Academy Brixton, London

June 22, 2024 Denise Esposito

The rock duo Royal Blood (Mike Kerr and Ben Thatcher) celebrated the 10th Anniversary of their self-titled debut album with two special shows at the O2 Academy Brixton in London.           […]

IN FOCUS// The Gaslight Anthem at the Roundhouse, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Gaslight Anthem at the Roundhouse, London

March 26, 2024 Denise Esposito

On Monday, March 25th, 2024, The Gaslight Anthem played the first of three sold-out nights at the Roundhouse in London. The New Jersey group, led by Brian Fallon, is currently touring after the release of […]

IN FOCUS// Pixies at the O2 Forum Kentish Town, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Pixies at the O2 Forum Kentish Town, London

March 20, 2024 Denise Esposito

On March 16, 17, and 18, 2024, the legendary Pixies played three sold-out nights at the O2 Forum Kentish Town in London. For the first time, the band performed their 90s albums, Bossanova and Trompe […]

IN FOCUS// IDLES at Kingston, PRYZM Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// IDLES at Kingston, PRYZM hosted by Banquet Records

February 17, 2024 Denise Esposito

IDLES are back with a new album, TANGK. To celebrate the release of their fifth record, the band played a charismatic out-store show hosted by Banquet Records at PRYZM in Kingston upon Thames on 15th […]

IN FOCUS// Miles Kane at the Electric Ballroom, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Miles Kane at the Electric Ballroom, London

February 12, 2024 Denise Esposito

Miles Kane embarked on a UK headline tour culminating with two nights at the Electric Ballroom in London.                       Following the release of his fifth […]

IN FOCUS// Future Islands at Pryzm, Kingston upon Thames Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Future Islands at Pryzm, Kingston upon Thames

February 1, 2024 Denise Esposito

Future Islands marked the debut of their latest album, ‘People Who Aren’t There Anymore,’ with an exhilarating celebration through two live shows hosted by Banquet Records on January 30, 2024, at PRYZM in Kingston upon […]

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IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Bad Nerves at Dingwalls, Camden

January 29, 2024 Denise Esposito

Bad Nerves played a sold-out show at Dingwalls in Camden, London, on 27 January 2024. The five-piece ‘Powerpop-RocknRoll’ band set the crowd on fire with their infectious energy and catchy tunes.         […]

IN FOCUS// Lankum at the Roundhouse, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Lankum at the Roundhouse, London

December 15, 2023 Denise Esposito

The Irish folk band Lankum performed a sold-out show at the Roundhouse London on Wednesday, 13th December 2023. The multi-instrumentalist Dublin quartet enchanted the crowd with an emotive live performance of timeless and haunting beauty. […]

IN FOCUS// Mac DeMarco at Hackney Empire, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Mac DeMarco at Hackney Empire, London

July 31, 2023 Denise Esposito

Mac DeMarco and his band performed the album ‘Five Easy Hot Dogs’ in its entirety at Hackney Empire, London, followed by many fan favourites from his catalogue in a new stripped-back arrangement. The Canadian songwriter […]

IN FOCUS// Pulp at the Eventim Apollo, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Pulp at the Eventim Apollo, London

July 31, 2023 Denise Esposito

Pulp returned to London for two sold-out nights at the Eventim Apollo on Friday 28th, and Saturday 29th of July, bringing their brilliant reunion tour to a close.               […]

IN FOCUS// Interpol at Somerset House, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Interpol at Somerset House, London

July 11, 2023 Denise Esposito

Interpol played a sold-out headline show at Somerset House in London on Monday, 10th July, 2023. The band has recently launched ‘Interpolations’: a new collaborative project which sees songs from their seventh album, The Other […]

IN FOCUS// The Hives @ The Garage, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Hives @ The Garage, London

June 18, 2023 Denise Esposito

The Hives made a glorious return to The Garage on 13th June 2023, the same venue where they played their first London show 22 years ago. The Swedish rock’n’roll quintet, led by the charismatic frontman […]

IN FOCUS// Gary Numan at the Electric Ballroom, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Gary Numan SHOW 999 at the Electric Ballroom, London

April 16, 2023 Denise Esposito

Gary Numan celebrated the 998, 999 and 1000th concerts of his career at the Electric Ballroom in London on April 13th, 14th and 15th. This significant milestone was particularly special as the three sold-out nights […]

IN FOCUS// The WAEVE at Lafayette, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The WAEVE at Lafayette, London

March 29, 2023 Denise Esposito

The WAEVE – Graham Coxon and Rose Elinor Dougall – embarked on a UK tour after the release of their eponymous debut album. The duo performed an intimate sold-out show in London at Lafayette on […]

IN FOCUS// Killing Joke at London’s Royal Albert Hall
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Killing Joke at London’s Royal Albert Hall

March 13, 2023 Denise Esposito

Killing Joke headlined a sold-out show at London’s Royal Albert Hall on March 12th 2023. Founder members Jaz Coleman, Youth, Geordie Walker, and Paul Ferguson performed the entirety of their first self-titled debut album ‘Killing […]

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