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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
          Interviews

          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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LOWER DENS -  Share the video for first single ‘To Die in L.A.’ - watch
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LOWER DENS – Share the video for first single ‘To Die in L.A.’ – watch

February 25, 2015 XS Noize

Lower Dens have released the video for ‘To Die in L.A.’ from their forthcoming album, Escape from Evil, released on March 30th 2015 on Ribbon Music. The ‘To Die in L.A.’ video was directed by […]

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February 25, 2015 XS Noize

Six piece band Young Kato are set to release their captivating debut album ‘Don’t Wait ‘Til Tomorrow’ on 3rd May through Republic of Music (Tame Impala, You Me At Six). The anthemic lead single, ‘Children […]

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GANG OF FOUR – ‘England’s In My Bones’ feat. Alison Mosshart

February 25, 2015 XS Noize

Gang of Four will release a new album What Happens Next through Membran on March 2, 2015, alongside a new single ‘England’s In My Bones’ (March 2) featuring The Kills’ Alison Mosshart on vocals. The […]

U2 Unveil Aoife McCardle's short film based on 'Every Breaking Wave' - Watch
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NEARLY 1/4 OF iTUNES USERS ARE STILL LISTENING TO U2

February 24, 2015 XS Noize

An independent study has concluded that U2 accounted for 23% of all music listened on iOS devices throughout January 2015. The study, conducted by the Kantar Group, found that not only was U2 the most-listened-to […]

GAZ COOMBES - releases new single 'Detroit' on 6th April - watch video
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GAZ COOMBES – releases new single ‘Detroit’ on 6th April – watch video

February 24, 2015 XS Noize

Gaz Coombes follows his recent solo album ‘Matador’ with the release of new single “Detroit” on 6th April 2015. A tale of a late night existential crisis set to glorious widescreen Kraut-heavy power pop, “Detroit” […]

U2 - premiere new promo video for current single 'Every Breaking Wave' - watch
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U2 – premiere new promo video for current single ‘Every Breaking Wave’ – watch

February 24, 2015 XS Noize

From U2’s latest album Songs Of Innocence, the video for ‘Every Breaking Wave’ is directed by Belfast-born Aoife McArdle and drawn from her 13-minute short film of the same name. Set against the social and […]

ANDREW WEATHERALL REMIXES NOEL GALLAGHER TRACK 'IN THE HEAT OF THE MOMENT' listen here
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Listen to a stream of ‘Chasing Yesterday’ the new album from Noel Gallagher now!

February 24, 2015 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds brand new album ‘Chasing Yesterday’ is out next Monday 2nd March! If you can’t wait till then, iTunes are streaming the full album ahead of release, right now…head over here […]

BLUR - unveil lyric video for 'Go Out' - watch
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BLUR – unveil lyric video for ‘Go Out’ – watch

February 24, 2015 XS Noize

Blur will return on April 27th with The Magic Whip, the band’s first new album in 12 years. The Magic Whip marks the band’s eighth album to date and first since 2003’s Think Tank. The […]

GLASS ANIMALS - unveil new video for 'Black Mambo'
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GLASS ANIMALS – unveil new video for ‘Black Mambo’

February 24, 2015 XS Noize

Glass Animals are pleased to unveil the video to their new single, Black Mambo. The single is released on 23rd March through Wolf Tone/Caroline International, and taken from their acclaimed debut album, ZABA. Watch Black […]

KING KARTEL:  share new track 'Come At Me Now' - listen
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KING KARTEL: share new track ‘Come At Me Now’ – listen

February 24, 2015 XS Noize

Released on CD and as a digital download ‘Come At Me Now’ is the highly anticipated new single from King Kartel, a band renowned for their infectious indie-infused rock. Formed in September 2012, King Kartel […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: SIMMER - DOUSE - Listen
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TRACK OF THE DAY: SIMMER – DOUSE – Listen

February 24, 2015 XS Noize

Ambient-punk newcomers Simmer. are pleased to announce the details of their second EP ‘Yellow Streak’ which will be released with Brighton-based punk and hardcore-championing independent label Dog Knights Productions on 30th March 2015. You can […]

THE PRODIGY announce new single - "WILD FRONTIER" out March 30th - Watch Video
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THE PRODIGY announce new single – “WILD FRONTIER” out March 30th – Watch Video

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their 6th studio album ‘The Day Is My Enemy’ on March 30th, The Prodigy have announced that they will release a new single brimming with psychotic joy – ‘Wild Frontier’ […]

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A PLACE TO BURY STRANGERS: Share “We’ve come so Far” video -Watch

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

Having previously shared “We’ve Come So Far,” one of the many standout tracks on Transfixiation, the band is following it up with an official video directed by Matt Conboy. Also a former Death By Audio […]

FUFANU release their debut single ‘Circus Life’/ ‘Goodbye’ on 6th April - Listen
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FUFANU release their debut single ‘Circus Life’/ ‘Goodbye’ on 6th April – Listen

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

Formerly operating as techno duo, Captain Fufanu, with the addition of live instrumentation – and the band name shortened to a more economical Fufanu (“the Captain was left behind at a rave in Cologne”) – […]

GRACE HARTREY: Shares debut single - 'Kings & Queens' - Listen
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GRACE HARTREY: Shares debut single – ‘Kings & Queens’ – Listen

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

Specialising in fingerstyle techniques and folk style vocals, Welsh songstress Grace Hartrey has been making waves in South Wales for the last few years with her acoustic guitar and honest lyrics. Now based between Cardiff […]

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FOO FIGHTERS: SONIC HIGHWAYS DVD/BLU RAY AND DIGITAL RELEASE VIA iTUNES APRIL 7

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

Fresh off winning the fans’ vote to be named Best International Act at the NME Awards while in the thick of a massive Australia/New Zealand stadium tour, Foo Fighters have confirmed the details of the […]

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ERASURE – Share ‘SACRED: TO BLACK LIGHT ODYSSEY REMIX’ – Listen

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have unveiled a new remix from their forthcoming single, Sacred, out on 16 March 2015. Listen to Black Light Odyssey’s take on Erasure’s anthemic track BELOW: [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/191576683″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” […]

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February 23, 2015 XS Noize

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EARLY GHOST - 'Devil’s Got Me Now' - Listen
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February 23, 2015 XS Noize

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