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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”
          News

          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
          Gigs

          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
          Podcast

          “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 UNVEIL TOUR DETAILS & SIGN TO MOSHI MOSHI RECORDS
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‘HAPPYNESS’ REVEAL FIRST SINGLE FOR ‘MOSHI MOSHI RECORDS’ – ‘A WHOLE NEW SHAPE’ – listen

February 9, 2015 XS Noize

After a whirlwind 2014, which ultimately saw the South London trio make NME’s Best Newcomers list, as well as The Sunday Times Best Albums of The Year, Happyness announced in January that they have signed […]

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THE DUNWELLS UK TOUR FEB 2015 / NEW EP ANNOUNCED

February 9, 2015 XS Noize

The Dunwells head out on tour this month. The tour began in York last night, and will take in a show at London’s Water Rats, before finishing up in their hometown of Leeds on 28th […]

COURTNEY BARNETT - 'PEDESTRIAN AT BEST'
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COURTNEY BARNETT – ‘PEDESTRIAN AT BEST’

February 9, 2015 XS Noize

Following-up 2013’s critically-lauded “The Double EP: A Sea of Split Peas” (which, as the title suggests, collected her first two self-released EPs to beguiling effect), “Sometimes I Sit And Think…” cements Barnett’s standing as one […]

UK PSYCH GRUNGERS ALLUSONDRUGS RELEASE ‘AM I WEIRD?’ AS FREE DOWNLOAD / NEW VIDEO
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ALLUSONDRUGS ANNOUNCE SPRING TOUR; WATCH 20 MIN YOUR DIARY: Here

February 8, 2015 XS Noize

Leeds-based psych-grunge-alt-pop five-piece ALLUSONDRUGS announce an extensive run of UK headline shows and festival appearances to follow their stint as support act on Enter Shikari’s mainly sold out Mindsweep UK tour. The band have also […]

SPECTOR ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE 'ALL THE SAD YOUNG MEN' - Listen
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SPECTOR ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE ‘ALL THE SAD YOUNG MEN’ – Listen

February 8, 2015 XS Noize

Spector make an auspicious return when they release their epic new single ‘All The Sad Young Men’ February 4th on Fiction. Smart and emotionally literate, it’s great to have them back. After eighteen months cocooned […]

APHEX TWIN // COMPUTER CONTROLLED INSTRUMENTS PT2 // 23RD JANUARY 2
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APHEX TWIN – COMPUTER CONTROLLED ACOUSTIC INSTRUMENTS PT 2 EP

February 7, 2015 Lori Gava

Admirers of Aphex Twin have had a 13 year sojourn waiting to see if Richard P. James would ever again release music under the storied moniker. Starting in September of last year a spate of […]

WIN VIP TICKETS TO SEE 'PAPA ROACH' AT THE ACADEMY DUBLIN!
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WIN VIP TICKETS TO SEE ‘PAPA ROACH’ AT THE ACADEMY DUBLIN!

February 7, 2015 XS Noize

Multi-platinum hard rock Juggernauts Papa Roach have announced a Dublin date at The Academy, Friday March 20th. They have just unleashed their eighth studio album, F.E.A.R. which is the most infectious and invigorating body of […]

THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE WILL RELEASE 'MUSIQUE DE FILM IMAGINE' ON 27TH APRIL
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THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE WILL RELEASE ‘MUSIQUE DE FILM IMAGINE’ ON 27TH APRIL

February 6, 2015 XS Noize

‘Musique de film imaginé’ (music for film imagined) is a soundtrack that pays homage to the great European film directors of the late 50’s and 60’s, such as François Truffaut & Jean-Luc Godard (to name […]

EXCLUSIVE STREAM: SELF TITLED ALBUM FROM 'THE SUBWAYS' HERE!
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EXCLUSIVE STREAM: SELF TITLED ALBUM FROM ‘THE SUBWAYS’ HERE!

February 6, 2015 XS Noize

The Subways release their new album on Monday (9th Feb). This is their 4th album, released 10 years since the band formed. Back in 2005, with an average age of just 16, Billy, Charlotte and […]

TWO GALLANTS TO RELEASE NEW SINGLE 'INCIDENTAL'
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WATCH: ‘TWO GALLANTS’ DEBUT SONGS FROM THEIR NEW ALBUM

February 6, 2015 XS Noize

Two Gallants’ fifth album, We Are Undone, drops next week. To mark the occasion, the folk-punk duo – a San Francisco institution — performed two new songs for KQED’s cameras. “Incidental” watch BELOW: “My Man […]

RIOT !N MAGENTA PREMIERE NEW SINGLE ' VOICES' - listen
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RIOT !N MAGENTA PREMIERE NEW SINGLE ‘ VOICES’ – listen

February 6, 2015 XS Noize

Riot !n Magenta share their new single ‘Voices’ (the title track from their forthcoming EP), with DJ Mag. The track sees the Singaporean quintet take a different direction blending ambient rhythms and guitars with languid […]

HONEYMILK RELEASES 'SANGUINE SKIES' SINGLE - listen
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HONEYMILK RELEASES ‘SANGUINE SKIES’ SINGLE – listen

February 6, 2015 XS Noize

Stockholm based Honeymilk had a great 2014 with two new singles, a UK tour and ever growing presence on US college radio. KEXP are spinning their tunes, Q Magazine likes it, Music Week choose the […]

GHXST 'NOWHERE EP' out on 26th January
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GHXST RELEASE ‘NO LUCK’ VIDEO – watch

February 6, 2015 XS Noize

Following the release of a few infectious singles, Brooklyn-based doom/blues trio GHXST have released their latest ‘Nowhere EP’ last week through CLUB.THE.MAMMOTH. The EP has been recorded over the last year between New Orleans, Nashville […]

ORPHAN BOY - 'BEATS LIKE DISTANT TIDES' - listen
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ORPHAN BOY – ‘BEATS LIKE DISTANT TIDES’ – listen

February 6, 2015 XS Noize

Orphan Boy have announced details of the release of a new single, the first to be taken from their forthcoming third album. Beats Like Distant Tides will be released digitally though Concrete Recordings on Monday […]

THE LUCID DREAM RELEASE SELF TITLED 2ND ALBUM 30TH MARCH
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WATCH THE NEW VIDEO FOR ‘COLD KILLER’ FROM ‘THE LUCID DREAM’

February 5, 2015 XS Noize

The Lucid Dream’s 2nd album follows on from 2 hugely successful singles taken from the long player, ‘Moonstruck’ and ‘Unchained’, both released in 2014. Between them the singles gained support from BBC Radio 1, 2 […]

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LOWER DENS SET TO RELEASE ‘ESCAPE FROM EVIL’ ON MARCH 30th

February 5, 2015 XS Noize

Ribbon Music is pleased to announce the third album from Baltimore’s Lower Dens, Escape from Evil on March 30, 2015 (March 31, 2015 in the USA). On Escape From Evil, Lower Dens’ Jana Hunter emerges: […]

THE LITTLE SECRETS SHARE DEBUT SINGLE 'ALL I NEED' - listen
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THE LITTLE SECRETS SHARE DEBUT SINGLE ‘ALL I NEED’ – listen

February 5, 2015 XS Noize

Liverpool’s The Little Secrets are Kevin Dixon and Stacy Jo. Formed in 2010 after meeting at Liverpool’s world famous Cavern Club, Stacy was singing with another band when Kevin spotted her. Blown away by her […]

COURTNEY BARNETT ANNOUNCES 2015 US TOUR DATES
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COURTNEY BARNETT ANNOUNCES 2015 US TOUR DATES

February 5, 2015 XS Noize

It’s been an exciting week for Courtney Barnett fans after the Melbourne-based artist dropped her explosive and awesomely addictive first single “Pedestrian At Best” last week, along with the news that her debut album Sometimes […]

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SHINERS – KARMA (IS COMING TO GET YOU)

February 5, 2015 XS Noize

Sick of living in a time where money, rather than talent, warrants success and minimum wage jobs won’t pay the rent? So Are SHINERS. SHINERS grew up at the height of Britpop with their parents’ […]

BC CAMPLIGHT - 'YOU SHOULD'VE GONE TO SCHOOL' - Listen
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February 4, 2015 XS Noize

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