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          Sex Pistols feat Frank Carter announce Anarchy In The U.K. Tour

          February 23, 2026

          A definitive sound in rock since 1976 and one of the most important bands in music history, celebrate 50 years of punk this winter. Steve Jones, Paul Cook and Glen Matlock of Sex Pistols once again join forces with Frank Carter for one […]

          Peaky Blinders
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          ‘Puppet’ by Grian Chatten Leads Official Soundtrack for Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man

          February 19, 2026

          Today, RCA Records UK have announced the official soundtrack to Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, the highly anticipated feature film from series creator Steven Knight, will be released on March 6th. Alongside the announcement, the first official single ‘Puppet’ by […]

          Foo Fighters
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          Foo Fighters return with “Your Favorite Toy” the title track and first taste of their forthcoming 12th studio album

          February 19, 2026

          Try not to choke on the glitter… “Your Favorite Toy,” the titular first single of Foo Fighters’ forthcoming 12th full-length studio album, has been released. The first new FF music of 2026, “Your Favorite Toy” […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing - A Short History Of Decay
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing – A Short History Of Decay

          February 20, 2026

          Philadelphia shoegaze standard-bearers Nothing return in 2026 with A Short History Of Decay, a record that feels less like a reinvention and more like a reaffirmation of everything they’ve quietly perfected over the past decade […]

          Paul Draper
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Paul Draper – Mansun Retold

          February 20, 2026

          Three decades have passed since Mansun first injected a dose of grand, prog-inflected eccentricity into the waning days of Britpop. In 2026, ex-frontman Paul Draper returns with Mansun Retold, a project that resists the easy […]

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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 […]

        • 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
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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: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London photos by Martin
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London

          February 21, 2026

          Of Monsters and Men first broke through in 2010 after winning Músíktilraunir, Iceland’s annual Battle of the Bands. That early victory propelled the then-emerging collective onto the international stage, leading to a European Border Breakers […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Johannes Eckerström Commands Rock City as Avatar Unleash Theatrical Mayhem Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Johannes Eckerström Commands Rock City as Avatar Unleash Theatrical Mayhem

          February 21, 2026

          Swedish heavy metal visionaries Avatar transformed Nottingham’s Rock City into a dark theatrical spectacle on February 17th — delivering one of the most visually captivating and musically explosive shows the venue has seen in recent […]

        • 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
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          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
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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 […]

  • Interviews
        • 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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        • Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
          Podcast

          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271

          February 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club to revisit Howl — the band’s third album and a bold creative left turn […]

          Mark Shaw - Then Jerico | XS Noize Podcast #270
          Podcast

          Mark Shaw of Then Jerico on The Return, legacy, and bringing the full band show to Ireland | XS Noize Podcast #270

          February 10, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Mark Shaw of Then Jerico to talk about The Return — a moment that reconnects legacy, live energy, and purpose as the […]

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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. […]

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Favourite bands: Incubus, Coldplay, The Smiths Favourite album: Overgrown by James BlakeWith super varied taste in music, I love anything from soul-searching indie to thumping future bass and back again...
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INTERVIEW: Iceland's Pop Songstress Áslaug Speaks On Her Self-Titled Debut EP 1
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INTERVIEW: Iceland’s Pop Songstress Áslaug Speaks On Her Self-Titled Debut EP

May 27, 2020 Gemma Harewood

Icelandic singer and songwriter Áslaug is taking 2020 in her stride, even with the difficult circumstances. She has been steadily progressing her beautifully emotive pop sound for almost a year now and went on to […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Will And The People - Gigantic
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Will And The People – Gigantic

May 31, 2019 Gemma Harewood

Will And The People make a return to the music sphere this month with their new single “Gigantic.” Alongside brother Jamie, Jim Ralphs and Charlie Harman, the Brighton based guys are on to something special […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOUNT & Illian - Fool
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOUNT & Illian – Fool

May 1, 2019 Gemma Harewood

Bringing collaboration to Universal Music Germany this week is MOUNT and illian, two artists who are good friends. They have produced the tasty “Fool” for the label, a blend of dance and pop components finished […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Marnik - Up & Down
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Marnik – Up & Down

April 30, 2019 Gemma Harewood

Proving a seriously catchy listen this week is the new single from dance production pair Marnik. With a huge amount of streams to their name, and most recently creating waves with the single “Gam Gam,” […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: A-LEO - Don't Wanna Get Up
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: A-LEO – Don’t Wanna Get Up

April 11, 2019 Gemma Harewood

The newest record on the funkily titled Flamingo Recordings has been produced by US/Iranian artist A-LEO. Sitting well with vocals by American singer Jason Farol, “Don’t Wanna Get Up” is a refreshing twist on the […]

MODERN FAMILY UNIT: ready to revitalise modern New Wave with single  ‘Mmm mmm mm aah’
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Modern Family Unit – Man In A Box

March 29, 2019 Gemma Harewood

Newly released via GAS Records is “Man In A Box,” a killer single that takes you back to the 60s from Modern Family Unit. It moves seamlessly between retro pop meets jazz vibes and a […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: AEXCIT - 'Ain't You' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: AEXCIT – ‘Ain’t You’ – Listen Now

March 12, 2019 Gemma Harewood

Just put out for release through AESTHETE Music is “Ain’t You,” a catchy little number from AEXCIT. The German duo has enjoyed considerable success with their stylish and sleek blend of pop and electronic sounds, […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Jean Elan - Old Enough To Know Better
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Jean Elan – Old Enough To Know Better

February 8, 2019 Gemma Harewood

Germany’s Jean Elan is apparently “Old Enough To Know Better.” The prolific remixer, DJ and producer has just released a single of the same name via 1st Strike and it’s catchy as hell. He brings […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Oranj Son - 'Blu Mao Mao' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Oranj Son – ‘Blu Mao Mao’ – Listen Now

February 5, 2019 Gemma Harewood

Sounding wicked this week is the new track from synth-punk group Oranj Son. Originally from Ellesmere Port, they cite influences from the lies of Suicide and The Teardrop Explodes. The band comes good with “Blu […]

REVIEW: UZ - The Rebirth (Remixes)
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REVIEW: UZ – The Rebirth (Remixes)

January 30, 2019 Gemma Harewood

Released via UZ’s own trap label Quality Goods Records is “The Rebirth” LP (Remixes). The producer, DJ and taste-maker delivered the original version back in the summer of last year, and now it sounds completely […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Liquid Stranger - Burn Like The Sun ft. Leah Culver
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Liquid Stranger – Burn Like The Sun ft. Leah Culver

January 14, 2019 Gemma Harewood

The brilliant label Waakan has just released a new sound from Liquid Stranger. The US producer has teamed up with the gifted singer/songwriter Leah Culver for ‘Burn Like The Sun,’ which warms us up nicely […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: CADE - Strip Club ft. Lil Aaron
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: CADE – Strip Club ft. Lil Aaron

December 21, 2018 Gemma Harewood

One of the newest releases out on Ultra Music is from young producer, musician and vocalist CADE, whose debut EP “Care” was a hell of an introduction to his work back in 2016. Now he […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: PALASTIC - 'Goldmine' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: PALASTIC – ‘Goldmine’ – Listen Now

December 20, 2018 Gemma Harewood

The catchy “Goldmine” has just been released by Vienna duo PALASTIC. Having already hit millions of Spotify streams with previous work, the impressive pair is back with another deliciously melodic offering. Swaying with neat melodies […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: OIJ - Seconds Away From Love
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: OIJ – Seconds Away From Love

December 18, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Amsterdam’s very own OIJ is here with another gripping single. With a rich and varied sound that encompasses a wide range of the electronic spectrum, the producer returns with “Seconds Away From Love.” This record […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Seatbelts - 'Content Crush' - Watch Video
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Seatbelts – ‘Content Crush’ – Watch Video

December 3, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Out on December 6th is the awesome new single “Content Crush” from Seatbelts. It’s a track with varied musical influences, and is lifted from the band’s forthcoming EP “Please Slow Down.” The tune shimmers with […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Anna Mae - 'You Might Be Better' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Anna Mae – ‘You Might Be Better’ – Listen Now

November 27, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Anna Mae is the Nashville based singer and songwriter who is capturing hearts with her sweet yet sultry style. After recently releasing the empowering “Single-Minded,” she brings out “You Might Be Better” on Snafu Records. […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOUNT & Noize Generation - 'Around The World' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOUNT & Noize Generation – ‘Around The World’ – Listen Now

November 22, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Killing it right now is the new single “Around The World” from MOUNT and Noize Generation. Vienna based MOUNT has worked with his good friend for this spicy collaboration, which sees them put a refreshing […]

LISTEN: Samuraii - Changed My Mind ft. Loote
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LISTEN: Samuraii – Changed My Mind ft. Loote

November 16, 2018 Gemma Harewood

With production credits including remixes for Tove Lo, Bishat and Astrid there’s no doubting that Stockholm’s very own Samuraii is a man in serious demand for his production skills. This time he’s dropping more original […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Charity Shop Pop - "Always You" - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Charity Shop Pop – “Always You” – Listen Now

November 14, 2018 Gemma Harewood

The indie/pop songwriter and singer Charity Shop Pop, otherwise known as Dave Hughes, has a new single out. His name is born out of how he bought a second-hand guitar and MacBook from a charity […]

Gianni Marino ft. The Beamish Boys - "How Does It Feel?" - Listen Now
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Gianni Marino ft. The Beamish Boys – “How Does It Feel?” – Listen Now

November 12, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Following high calibre release on labels including Dim Mak, Mad Decent, Armada and Mixmash – Dutch producer Gianni Marino makes his mark on newcomers Paradise Circus with new single “How Do You Feel? Marino has […]

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