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        • Northern Ireland Event Summit
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          Belfast Hosts Inaugural Northern Ireland Events Summit Bringing Together Industry Leaders

          March 12, 2026

          Professionals from across Northern Ireland’s events, hospitality and tourism sectors gathered at the W5 Lecture Theatre yesterday in Belfast for the inaugural Northern Ireland Event Summit, presented by Eventsec alongside industry partners Belsonic, Aiken Promotions, […]

          Violet Grohl announces debut album 'Be Sweet To Me' and shares new song “595”
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          Violet Grohl announces debut album ‘Be Sweet To Me’ and shares new song “595”

          March 12, 2026

          Violet Grohl announces her debut album, Be Sweet To Me, set for global release on May 29th via Auroura Records / Republic Records. Following the 2025 release of “THUM” and “Applefish,” today Violet also unleashes a new album track “595,” […]

          The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe
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          The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe

          March 11, 2026

          Following the success of the anniversary tours of the UK and North America, The Pogues are going back on the road this coming winter with dates across Germany, The Netherlands as well as the UK […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Prostitute – Attempted Martyr
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Prostitute – Attempted Martyr

          March 11, 2026

          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles - Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally
          Album Reviews

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

          March 6, 2026

          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 […]

        • 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

          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre Credit Wiktoria Wolny
          Live Reviews

          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
          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 […]

        • 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
          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
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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
        • Elles Bailey
          Interviews

          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
          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
          Podcast

          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
          Podcast

          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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THE FALL:  New - Album 'Sub-Lingual Tablet'  out 25th May
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THE FALL: New – Album ‘Sub-Lingual Tablet’ out 25th May

March 13, 2015 XS Noize

Set for release on Cherry Red Records this May, Sub-Lingual Tablet is The Fall’s 31st studio album. Featuring all the trademarks of a great Fall record, Sub-Lingual Tablet comprises 11 tracks and is being released […]

WOLF ALICE:  announce debut album, 'My Love Is Cool'- stream new single 'Giant Peach'
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WOLF ALICE – ‘Giant Peach’ – Watch video

March 13, 2015 XS Noize

Following the news of their debut album My Love Is Cool, London’s Wolf Alice have now unveiled the video to new single ‘Giant Peach’. Directed by S’blood, the video to ‘Giant Peach’ is a true […]

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Check out the video for “Psycho” the new song from MUSE – here!

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

The first single from the album, “Dead Inside”, will debut the week of March 23rd. In the meantime Muse have premiered the album track “Psycho”, via their YouTube channel. The song is available worldwide now […]

THE NEW SOUTHERN ELECTRIKK & BAND OF HOLY JOY - to play 12 Bar Club in a Double Header Live Event
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THE NEW SOUTHERN ELECTRIKK & BAND OF HOLY JOY – to play 12 Bar Club in a Double Header Live Event

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

Band of Holy Joy and The New Southern Electrikk will be playing the 12 Bar Club, Holloway Road, London on March 20th 2015. Support comes from Subterraneans DJs. Entry is £7, Advance tickets are available […]

TAME IMPALA SHARE NEW TRACK - 'LET IT HAPPEN' - Listen
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TAME IMPALA SHARE NEW TRACK – ‘LET IT HAPPEN’ – Listen

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

Tame Impala have just dropped their first new music in 3 years, the epic 8 minute long track ‘Let It Happen’, it can be downloaded HERE: The band will play Electric Picnic in Stradbally this […]

HBO unveil trailer for KURT COBAIN documentary -  'Montage of Heck' - Watch
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HBO unveil trailer for KURT COBAIN documentary – ‘Montage of Heck’ – Watch

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

The first trailer for the forthcoming HBO documentary of late Nirvana leader Kurt Cobain – titled Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck – has surfaced following the film’s premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. If the […]

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BLACK REBEL MOTORCYCLE CLUB – Announce ‘Live In Paris’ Album & DVD

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

San Francisco rock legends Black Rebel Motorcycle Club are pleased to announce the release of ‘Black Rebel Motorcycle Club- Live In Paris’ on May 4th through Abstract Dragon. The double album and accompanying DVD was […]

DUKE SPECIAL: Has announced further details about his 4th studio album ‘Look Out Machines!’
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DUKE SPECIAL – To release new album ‘Look Out Machines!’ on April 6th

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

Duke Special has announced details about his 4th studio album ‘Look Out Machines!’ will be released April 6th 2015 on Stranger Records. The Ulster born singer songwriter and gramophone impresario, has superbly crafted this new […]

MINI MANSIONS Set to release new album 'The Great Pretenders' on the 23rd March
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MINI MANSIONS – Set to release new album ‘The Great Pretenders’ on the 23rd March

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

The LA-based trio return to the UK in February on a major UK tour supporting Royal Blood. Mini Mansions’ forthcoming new album, The Great Pretenders, will be released on the 23rd March 2015 on T […]

SPECTOR ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE 'ALL THE SAD YOUNG MEN' - Listen
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SPECTOR – ‘All The Sad Young Men’ – Listen

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

Spector are back with their new single ‘All The Sad Young Men’ out NOW!. The track is taken from their upcoming sophomore record, the follow up to their Top 20 debut ‘Enjoy It While It […]

MUSE - RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM “DRONES”, RELEASED IN THE UK ON JUNE 8 2
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MUSE – RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM “DRONES”, RELEASED IN THE UK ON JUNE 8

March 11, 2015 XS Noize

On June 8th Muse will release their new album “Drones”. Co-produced by Muse and Robert John “Mutt” Lange, the album contains 12 tracks. ‘Dead Inside’, the first single from the album will be released March […]

ANDREW WEATHERALL REMIXES NOEL GALLAGHER TRACK 'IN THE HEAT OF THE MOMENT' listen here
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS RELEASE A LIMITED EDITION 12” VINYL FOR RECORD STORE DAY

March 11, 2015 XS Noize

On April 18, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds will release an exclusive, limited edition 12” vinyl for Record Store Day. The record will feature two previously unreleased remixes of ‘In The Heat Of The Moment’ […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Errors - Lease Of Life
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ALBUM REVIEW: Errors – Lease Of Life

March 11, 2015 David McElroy

Glasgow’s Errors return with a new album that was recorded on Jura in the Hebrides and that fact, when coupled with the album’s cover art, might lead you to conclude that the post rock electronics […]

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SIMPLE MINDS: To release ‘SPARKLE IN THE RAIN’, 5-DISC BOX SET

March 11, 2015 XS Noize

Following the recent release of their hugely acclaimed Top 15 album, Big Music, on March 16th, Universal Music Catalogue will release a five-disc box set of Simple Minds’ SPARKLE IN THE RAIN. It will be […]

THE CRIBS / share 'Burning For No One' video & announce instore signings
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THE CRIBS – ‘Different Angle’ – Listen

March 11, 2015 XS Noize

With their sixth album ‘For All My Sisters’ nearing its release on March 23rd, The Cribs have shared a new track ‘Different Angle’. Written whilst demoing tracks for the album, ‘Different Angle’ – arguably most […]

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CATFISH COAST TO COAST: A photo tour across America with CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN PT 3

March 10, 2015 Julie Blore-Bizot

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, Boston, and New York City as Catfish and […]

JOHNNY MARR: To release Depeche Mode classic for Record Store Day - Listen
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JOHNNY MARR: To release Depeche Mode classic for Record Store Day – Listen

March 10, 2015 XS Noize

Johnny Marr is set to mark this year’s Record Store Day with a numbered limited edition 7″ release of his interpretation of Depeche Mode’s 1993 classic “I Feel You”. Johnny played the track live during […]

MUMFORD & SONS  will release their third album, 'Wilder Mind', on the 4th May
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March 10, 2015 XS Noize

Mumford & Sons are pleased to unveil the first single from their forthcoming new album, ‘Wilder Mind’. ‘Believe’ is released on the 27th April, and precedes the band’s third album, released on 4th May through […]

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March 10, 2015 XS Noize

Orlando Seale & the Swell have just shared the video for ‘Filthy Hope’ which is to be released alongside ‘All Of The Dogs’ as a double a-side single on 23rd March. ‘Filthy Hope’ explores the […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB - I Saw A Ghost - Listen
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB – I Saw A Ghost – Listen

March 10, 2015 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their new album ‘Cavalcade’ The Slow Readers Club return with a new single ‘I Saw a Ghost’. The Manchester based four piece produce brooding and mesmeric indie electro, drawing comparisons […]

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