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          Sigur Rós announce Belfast show with the Ulster Orchestra and two Dublin dates

          March 16, 2026

          Sigur Rós announce the final dates of their epic world tour that sees them collaborating with local 41-piece orchestras, bringing their latest album ÁTTA to life alongside favourites from their extensive catalogue. The last leg […]

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          The Fray announce return to Ireland with Dublin and Belfast shows in November 2026

          March 16, 2026

          Following a triumphant, sold-out Telegraph Building show after a decade-long hiatus, The Fray have announced their return to play The National Stadium, Dublin on 12 November and Ulster Hall, Belfast on 13 November 2026. The […]

          KORN
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          KORN announce long-awaited return to Ireland with Dublin 3Arena show

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          KORN have announced their monumental return to Ireland, as they are set to play the 3Arena, Dublin on November 2nd for their first show in over a decade. They will be joined by special guests […]

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          After teasing listeners with a partial release last year, Michigan-based industrial/noise rock outfit Prostitute now formally unveil their debut album Attempted Martyr via Mute Records.  Formed around frontman Moe and drummer Andrew, Prostitute also features […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles – Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally

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          The moment has arrived at last for Harry Styles fans. Cool haircuts, ballet pumps, marathons, Italian cookery and an impeccably trousered appearance at the Brit Awards can all be set aside as HS4 has finally […]

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          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

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          ‘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 […]

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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: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre

          February 26, 2026

          In the heart of London’s Embankment, the recently opened Emerald Theatre feels part The Great Gatsby, part Emerald City — lavish, theatrical and unapologetically opulent. The room glows in rich green tones and, with its […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London photos by Martin
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          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 […]

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          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
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          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
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          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// 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
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          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 […]

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          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 […]

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          INTERVIEW: Elles Bailey on the Story Behind ‘Can’t Take My Story Away’

          March 9, 2026

          Singer-songwriter Elles Bailey released her latest album, Can’t Take My Story Away, at the beginning of this year. Produced by Luke Potashnick, the album is deeply personal and quietly powerful—rooted in resilience, reflection, and self-ownership. […]

          Jordan Anthony
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          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 […]

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        • Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
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          Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275

          March 11, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Damon Minchella — founder of Ocean Colour Scene, longtime bass player for Paul Weller, and collaborator with Richard Ashcroft — to talk […]

          Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274
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          Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274

          March 8, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with legendary U2 producer Steve Lillywhite to discuss his remarkable career working with the band and the creative process behind iconic albums including […]

          The Dream Machine
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          “We’re Always Making Music for Ourselves” — The Dream Machine on ‘Fort Perch Rock’ | XS Noize Podcast #273

          March 4, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Zak and Matty from The Dream Machine to talk about Fort Perch Rock — the band’s third studio album and a record […]

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Happyness release their self-produced debut album – “Weird Little Birthday” – on March 30th through Moshi Moshi Records. Expanded to include 4 new bonus tracks the album follows a whirlwind 2014, which ultimately saw the […]

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LILA ROSE: SHARES VIDEO FOR ‘WORLD ON FIRE’ – Watch/Listen

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The Toronto-born, California-based singer-songwriter has grown up with two great passions in her life: music, and an interest in protecting our planet and the millions of creatures big and small that call it home. But […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: TORRES - 'Sprinter' - Listen
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TRACK OF THE DAY: TORRES – ‘Sprinter’ – Listen

March 26, 2015 XS Noize

Following on from unveiling ‘Strange Hellos’, the lead track of her forthcoming second album Sprinter (as well as its darkly mesmeric accompanying video), today Nashville-via-Brooklyn’s Mackenzie Scott – aka TORRES – returns with the record’s […]

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THERAPY? forced to rearrange 2 x UK live shows as band frontman Andy Cairns on full week’s bed rest

March 25, 2015 XS Noize

Therapy? lead singer & guitarist Andy Cairns has today been diagnosed as suffering from a combination of flu & a chest infection and has been advised to undertake a full week’s bed rest by his […]

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ANDREA BALENCY – Unveils new ‘Waterfalls’ Video – Watch

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Franco-Mexican artist, singer, instrumentalist and producer ANDREA BALENCY follows her breakthrough 2014 with a brand new EP entitled Volcano, demonstrating a growth in style, experience and quality beyond that which she has already earned. Having […]

FEIVEL - Shares "ALREADY STANDING" Video - Watch
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FEIVEL – Shares “ALREADY STANDING” Video – Watch

March 25, 2015 XS Noize

Feivel released her acclaimed selftitled debut EP autumn 2014. Previously we have seen her in the band Skilla and together with popular Swedish artists like Linnea Henriksson and Sylvester Schlegel (The Ark). “Already Standing” was […]

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March 25, 2015 XS Noize

Last week, Calgary 4-piece Viet Cong played SXSW and left audiences reeling – not only with their explosive and immersive live show, but also the sight of drummer Michael Wallace playing one handed, with the […]

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EXCLUSIVE ALBUM STREAM: WOLF COLONY – UNMASKED – listen

March 25, 2015 XS Noize

Based out of New York City, Wolf Colony is an anonymous singer-songwriter who began collaborating with music producer Neal Sarin in 2012 with no initial intention of pursuing a career as a recording artist. Wolf […]

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TRACK OF THE DAY: THE GRAVITY DRIVE – ‘HEARTS AND MINDS’ – Listen

March 25, 2015 XS Noize

Today’s ‘Track of the Day’ is the new single by The Gravity Drive called ‘Hearts And Minds’. Our Lori Gava recently reviewed their album ‘Testament’, this is what she had to say about the track. […]

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March 24, 2015 Julie Blore-Bizot

PART 4 of 5: BOSTON, GREAT SCOTT Catfish Coast to Coast is five cities, five photographers, five favorite shots, and five questions documenting each photographer’s impressions of the event. Journey to Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, […]

THE PRODIGY UNVEIL NEW ALBUM 'THE DAY IS MY ENEMY' - watch trailer here
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THE PRODIGY – Stream new album “The Day Is My Enemy” on ITunes Now!

March 24, 2015 XS Noize

The Prodigy releases their new album ‘The Day Is My Enemy’ on March 30th ( 27th in Ireland! ) and you can now hear it in full exclusively on iTunes in the run up to […]

ORLANDO SEALE & THE SWELL:  Share Video for 'All Of The Dogs' - Watch
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ORLANDO SEALE & THE SWELL: Share Video for ‘All Of The Dogs’ – Watch

March 24, 2015 XS Noize

The video stars actress Honeysuckle Weeks and her son, was shot by Pete Wells and edited by Nadia Hamoud. “All Of The Dogs” is the second track of the bands’ double A-side single release – […]

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GILMORE TRAIL – Share ‘Memories of Redfern’ Video – Watch

March 24, 2015 XS Noize

Sheffield based post rock quartet Gilmore Trail are pleased to announce that their new album ‘The Floating World’ will be released on 18th May by Chasmata Records, with an album launch show at Sheffield Corporation […]

TRACK OF THE DAY:  FOSSA - FIVE DAYS' - LISTEN
Track Of The Day

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March 24, 2015 XS Noize

Fossa (noun): an anatomical pit or depression – such as the temporal fossa of the skull, or the fossa ovalis of the heart. A definition embodied by the band themselves who viscerally shape their music […]

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March 23, 2015 XS Noize

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March 23, 2015 XS Noize

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