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        • Craig David
          News

          Craig David announces ‘Born To Do It – 25th Anniversary Edition’ out December 12th

          October 30, 2025

          25 years ago, a then largely unknown Craig David dropped his debut album ‘Born To Do It’, a record which became a landmark in UK garage and British R&B and instantly made its creator a household name. All […]

          dea matrona
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          Rising indie rock duo Dea Matrona release new single “Magic Spell” ahead of UK & Ireland tour this November

          October 30, 2025

          Following the critical acclaim of their debut album ‘For Your Sins’, Dea Matrona continue to defy expectations with their unique blend of classic rock swagger and modern alt-pop edge. And new single “Magic Spell” is a […]

          Oasis 
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          OASIS celebrate 30 years of ‘Wonderwall’ with new limited-edition 7-inch singles box set

          October 30, 2025

          Oasis today celebrate the 30th anniversary of Wonderwall. Three decades since its first release and with over 3 billion streams, Wonderwall’s significance, popularity and legacy continues to grow amidst the unprecedented glow of the Live ‘25 Tour. A […]

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          Bob Dylan
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Bob Dylan – Through The Open Window: The Bootleg Series Vol. 18 (1956–1963)

          October 30, 2025

          There are countless artists rightly celebrated as prolific contributors to music who haven’t released anywhere near eighteen albums — let alone eighteen compilations of rarities, B-sides, and outtakes. With Through The Open Window, Bob Dylan […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Kool & The Gang – Greatest Hits
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Kool & The Gang – Greatest Hits

          October 27, 2025

          Few bands embody the joyous intersection of funk, soul, and pop quite like Kool & The Gang. With a career spanning six decades and 23 studio albums, their influence runs deep; from disco dancefloors and […]

        • 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: Coheed and Cambria Illuminate Nottingham’s Rock City with Progressive Power Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Coheed and Cambria Illuminate Nottingham’s Rock City with Progressive Power

          October 27, 2025

          An exceptional night of musicianship and energy unfolded as Coheed and Cambria brought their spellbinding brand of progressive metal to Nottingham’s Rock City on October 22nd. From the very first notes, the band drenched the […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Graham Nash Brings Timeless Harmony and Heart to the London Palladium
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Graham Nash Brings Timeless Harmony and Heart to the London Palladium

          October 21, 2025

          Many artists proudly boast of having special guests on their tours, but few can introduce one with the grace and humility of Graham Nash. Best known for his pivotal roles in The Hollies and Crosby, […]

        • 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// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square

          August 17, 2025

          Putting the Fast in Belfast 7 once again proved why it has become a staple of the city’s summer music calendar. A packed Custom House Square buzzed with anticipation as fans from across generations gathered […]

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour

          May 20, 2025

          Legendary Canadian rocker Bryan Adams brought his unstoppable energy to Leeds on May 10th as part of his Roll With the Punches tour — and it was nothing short of a euphoric celebration of life, […]

  • 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 […]

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        • :Panic :Over
          Interviews

          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 […]

          Fabrizio Cammarata
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Fabrizio Cammarata on Solitude, Connection, and the Inner Worlds of His New Album “Insularities”

          October 10, 2025

          Sicilian singer-songwriter Fabrizio Cammarata has returned with Insularities — a quietly profound exploration of connection, isolation, transformation, and memory. The record invites listeners into a space between light and shadow, where grief and love share […]

          Asha Maclean
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Asha Maclean on Her Single “Yoga,” Creative Roots, and Staying True to Herself

          June 25, 2025

          Asha Maclean grew up in a deeply creative household, so it’s little surprise that she emerged as a multitalented artist in her own right. Immersed in music and dance from a young age, she first […]

  • Podcast
        • Moya Brennan on the Echo of ‘Macalla’ — 40 Years of Clannad’s Timeless Legacy | XS Noize Podcast #255
          Podcast

          Moya Brennan on the Echo of ‘Macalla’ — 40 Years of Clannad’s Timeless Legacy | XS Noize Podcast #255

          October 28, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Moya Brennan — the unmistakable voice of Clannad, often hailed as the First Lady of Celtic Music. This year marks the 40th […]

          Glen Matlock
          Podcast

          Glen Matlock on Reclaiming His Story in ‘I Was a Teenage Sex Pistol’ | XS Noize Podcast #254

          October 26, 2025

          In this episode, #254 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by a true architect of punk — Glen Matlock, the original bassist and founding spark of The Sex Pistols. Glen co-wrote ten […]

          white lies
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          White Lies: Inside the Sonic Freedom and Creative Telepathy of “Night Light” | XS Noize Podcast #253

          October 21, 2025

          In this episode, #253 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Charles Cave and Jack Lawrence-Brown from White Lies to discuss their electrifying seventh album Night Light. This bold, live-driven reinvention captures […]

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THE SPECIALS Release New Single ‘Vote For Me’ from New Album ‘Encore’- Listen Now
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THE SPECIALS release lyric video for ’Vote For Me’ – Watch Now

January 4, 2019 XS Noize

The Specials, one of the most electrifying, influential and important bands of all time, follow the announcement of ‘Encore’, their first new album in 37 years, with the release of their new single “Vote For […]

DAVID GRAY Releases his new single ‘A Tight Ship’ - Listen Now
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DAVID GRAY Releases his new single ‘A Tight Ship’ – Listen Now

January 4, 2019 XS Noize

David Gray will today release his new single ‘A Tight Ship’, the latest new track to emerge from his forthcoming album Gold In A Brass Age, due for release on March 8, 2019, via IHT […]

IAN BROWN has today released a new track, ‘Black Roses’ - Listen Now
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IAN BROWN releases new single, ‘From Chaos To Harmony’ – Listen Now

January 3, 2019 XS Noize

Ian Brown has today released his new single, ‘From Chaos To Harmony’. The track, which features Ian on wah-wah guitar, is taken from his highly-anticipated upcoming album, ‘Ripples’, which is released 1 February 2019. Ian […]

TAME IMPALA Confirmed To Headline Coachella 2019
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TAME IMPALA Confirmed To Headline Coachella 2019

January 3, 2019 XS Noize

Tame Impala has been announced as a headliner for this year’s Coachella Festival. The performance will take place on Saturday, April 13 and Saturday, April 20. Kevin Parker said via Instagram, “New year. New shows. […]

ROUNDHOUSE presents 'In the Round' 22-31 January 2019 with Patti Smith, Gruff Rhys, Shirley Collins, This is The Kit + more
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ROUNDHOUSE presents ‘In the Round’ 22-31 January 2019 with Patti Smith, Gruff Rhys, Shirley Collins, This is The Kit + more

January 3, 2019 XS Noize

Now in its fourth year, the Roundhouse presents In the Round 2019, a series of shows devoted to intimate performances set in the venue’s iconic main space, staged in a rarely seen fully-seated concert set […]

LIAM GALLAGHER'S second LP will be released before September
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LIAM GALLAGHER thinks cutting out booze and smoking makes him sound worse when he sings

January 2, 2019 XS Noize

Former Oasis rocker Liam Gallagher has admitted cutting down on booze and cigarettes makes his vocals “sound a bit square” while adding he’d rather his voice had some “character. The ‘Cigarettes & Alcohol’ star revealed […]

LANA DEL RAY could be putting out new music next week
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LANA DEL RAY could be putting out new music next week

January 2, 2019 XS Noize

Lana Del Rey could be putting out new music next week, after teasing she would be putting something out on January 8. The 33-year-old singer previously released two singles – ‘Mariners Apartment Complex’ and ‘Venice […]

MADONNA kicked off 2019 with a surprise show at the Stonewall Inn
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MADONNA kicked off 2019 with a surprise show at the Stonewall Inn

January 2, 2019 XS Noize

‘Like A Prayer’ star, Madonna kicked off 2019 with a surprise show at the Stonewall Inn after being named an ambassador for the 50th anniversary of the riots at the iconic bar in 1969 – […]

PAUL WELLER doesn't want to "alienate" his fans
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PAUL WELLER doesn’t want to “alienate” his fans

January 1, 2019 XS Noize

Paul Weller wants to challenge his fans but doesn’t want his new music to “alienate” them. The former Jam frontman is keen to “challenge” his audiences so stays away from crowd-pleasing greatest hits sets in […]

NILE ROGERS' cancer battles motivated him to do more collaborations and live shows
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NILE ROGERS’ cancer battles motivated him to do more collaborations and live shows

January 1, 2019 XS Noize

Nile Rodgers’ has revealed how his cancer battles in 2010 and 2017 motivated him to do more collaborations and live shows. The 66-year-old star – whose latest album ‘It’s About Time’ saw Chic team up […]

TAYLOR SWIFT had a moment when the crowd sang 'All Too Well' back to her on tour
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TAYLOR SWIFT had a moment when the crowd sang ‘All Too Well’ back to her on tour

January 1, 2019 XS Noize

Taylor Swift admits it was quite a moment when the crowd sang ‘All Too Well’ back to her on her reputation stadium tour. The ‘Look What You Made Me Do’ hitmaker admits it was amazing […]

The Greatest Showman' soundtrack has beaten Adele's UK album chart record
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The Greatest Showman’ soundtrack has beaten Adele’s UK album chart record

December 29, 2018 XS Noize

‘The Greatest Showman’ soundtrack is in its 24th non-consecutive week at the top, triumphing Adele’s record. The soundtrack for the American musical has now spent more weeks at number one in the UK than any […]

The Alarm frontman Mike Peters awarded MBE for services to charity
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The Alarm frontman Mike Peters awarded MBE for services to charity

December 28, 2018 XS Noize

Internationally acclaimed musician and healthcare campaigner Mike Peters has been awarded an MBE for services to charity having raised thousands for cancer care projects in the UK and abroad and dedicating his life to giving hope for families affected by […]

SIA is releasing a new album in 2019
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SIA is releasing a new album in 2019

December 28, 2018 XS Noize

Sia is releasing a new album in 2019, as well as a “feature-length musical” which she has written and directed. The 43-year-old singer – who is famous for hiding her face under a huge wig […]

LADY GAGA'S Las Vegas residency has been a major challenge for the pop star
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LADY GAGA’S Las Vegas residency has been a major challenge for the pop star

December 28, 2018 XS Noize

Lady Gaga’s Las Vegas residency has been a major challenge for the pop star, according to Bobby Campbell, her manager. The 32-year-old singer is set to embark on a two-part residency in Sin City, and […]

EMINEM thinks Tupac Shakur and The Notorious BIG's rivalry changed rap music
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EMINEM thinks Tupac Shakur and The Notorious BIG’s rivalry changed rap music

December 28, 2018 XS Noize

Tupac Shakur and The Notorious BIG’s rivalry changed rap music, according to Eminem. The chart-topping star was a fan of the popular rap duo, and he’s admitted to having split loyalties at the height of […]

JAKE BUGG has signed to a new record label in a bid to relaunch his career
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JAKE BUGG has signed to a new record label in a bid to relaunch his career

December 28, 2018 XS Noize

Jake Bugg has inked a record deal with Sony’s RCA Records in a bid to switch up his sound and relaunch his career. The ‘Lightning Bolt’ hitmaker is now with Sony’s RCA Records after his contract […]

VAN MORRISON quit smoking to preserve his voice
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VAN MORRISON quit smoking to preserve his voice

December 28, 2018 XS Noize

Van Morrison quit smoking to preserve his voice because he realised the impact cigarettes were having. The 73-year-old singer doesn’t take particular measures to ensure his vocals are as strong as ever, but he tries […]

BRETT ANDERSON embraces Suede's early days
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BRETT ANDERSON embraces Suede’s early days

December 28, 2018 XS Noize

Brett Anderson has learned to embrace Suede’s “stuttering start” thanks to his recent memoir ‘Coal Black Mornings’. The 51-year-old singer reflected on the group’s early days for his autobiography, ‘Coal Black Mornings’, and having to “forensically […]

NOEL GALLAGHER cured Marcus Mumford's writer's block
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NOEL GALLAGHER cured Marcus Mumford’s writer’s block

December 28, 2018 XS Noize

Marcus Mumford has revealed Noel Gallagher’s frank talk about writer’s block inspired him to jump back in the studio and pen the tracks for Mumford & Son’s ‘Delta’ LP. Noel Gallagher inspired Marcus Mumford to […]

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