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          HARD-Fi announce new album ‘Sweating Someone Else’s Fever’ and UK tour dates

          March 4, 2026

          Recharged and looking sharply at a world gone sideways, Staines’ finest Hard-Fi make their long-awaited return with brand new studio album Sweating Someone Else’s Fever, their first in 15 years, out on June 19th via V2 Records. Written and recorded […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel Unveils ‘What Lies Ahead’ from Upcoming Album o/i

          March 3, 2026

          The blood / worm moon of 3 March, 2026 sees the release of “What Lies Ahead,” the third track from Peter Gabriel’s forthcoming album o\i. “What Lies Ahead” was written and produced by Peter Gabriel […]

          The Veils
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          The Veils Return with New Album “Fragile World” — Hear “Lungs” and See UK Dates

          February 27, 2026

          Following the critically acclaimed release of ‘Asphodels’ in 2025, The Veils quickly return with a bold and invigorated new album titled ‘Fragile World’, out 19 June on V2 Records. The first single ‘Lungs’ is released […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine - Hen’s Teeth
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine – Hen’s Teeth

          February 23, 2026

          Iron and Wine, the moniker of singer/songwriter Samuel Beam, is releasing his much anticipated follow up to 2024’s Light Verse at the end of February. Hen’s Teeth is a slightly darker sibling to Beam’s poetic […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing - A Short History Of Decay
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing – A Short History Of Decay

          February 20, 2026

          Philadelphia shoegaze standard-bearers Nothing return in 2026 with A Short History Of Decay, a record that feels less like a reinvention and more like a reaffirmation of everything they’ve quietly perfected over the past decade […]

        • 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
        • 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 […]

          :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 […]

  • Podcast
        • 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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          Archive’s Dave Pen on ‘Glass Minds’ and evolving after 30 years | XS Noize Podcast #272

          February 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dave Pen of Archive to talk about Glass Minds — the band’s 13th studio album and a bold new chapter in a […]

          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
          Podcast

          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271

          February 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club to revisit Howl — the band’s third album and a bold creative left turn […]

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YUNGBLUD and The Smashing Pumpkins Unite for Historic First Collaboration on “Zombie”

January 3, 2026 XS Noize

Today, YUNGBLUD makes history alongside two-time GRAMMY® award-winning iconic rock band The Smashing Pumpkins on a groundbreaking, re-imagined version of his GRAMMY®-nominated Best Rock Song “Zombie,” produced by Matt Schwartz and Billy Corgan, and marking the first time in their storied career that the band […]

Peter Gabriel
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Peter Gabriel Announces New Single ‘Been Undone’, Out Tomorrow From Forthcoming Album o/i

January 2, 2026 XS Noize

Saturday, 3 January, 2026 – the first full moon of the year, the Wolf Moon, and Peter Gabriel releases the first new song from his forthcoming album o\i. “Been Undone” was written and produced by […]

Kula Shaker
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Kula Shaker Share New Single ‘Lucky Number’ Ahead of New Album ‘Wormslayer’

January 2, 2026 XS Noize

A reborn Kula Shaker power into one of the biggest years in their storied history as they unveil their brand new single ‘Lucky Number’. The song provides the final taste ahead of the January 30th […]

Consolers
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Belfast alt-rock five-piece Consolers announce debut album “Deep Breaths” and new single “Play”

December 29, 2025 XS Noize

Belfast alt-rock five-piece Consolers will release their debut album, Deep Breaths, on 20 February 2026, marking the occasion with a headline show at the city’s legendary Empire Music Hall. Tickets for the show are on […]

Garbage
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Garbage announce headline Belfast show at Waterfront Hall on 17 July 2026

December 16, 2025 XS Noize

Garbage announce a headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Hall on 17th July 2026. They are heading out on the road in support of their eighth and latest album, ‘Let All That We Imagine Be […]

Starsailor
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Starsailor’s James Walsh Announces New Solo Album ‘It’s All Happening’, Out January 30

December 12, 2025 XS Noize

Starsailor frontman James Walsh is set to take his ever-growing solo career to new heights with the release of his new album ‘It’s All Happening’ on January 30th. He has previewed the record with a […]

PAUL SIMON
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Paul Simon Brings “A Quiet Celebration Tour” to Europe, UK & Ireland

December 11, 2025 XS Noize

Today, the legendary singer-songwriter PAUL SIMON announced he will continue  “A Quiet Celebration Tour,” following a highly successful and critically acclaimed US tour, and bring this special concert series to Europe, the UK and Ireland this […]

Cast
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Cast Unveil Anthemic New Single ‘Free Love’ Ahead of New Album ‘Yeah Yeah Yeah’

December 10, 2025 XS Noize

For Cast, 2025 has been a rare opportunity to simultaneously reflect on their storied past and look confidently towards the future. Between their sensational stadium shows with Oasis and filling venues with their current ‘All […]

Peter Cunnah and Al Mackenzie
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D:Ream Announce Two Major May 2026 Headline Shows in London and Leeds

December 9, 2025 XS Noize

D:Ream’s ‘Things Can Only Get Better’ was one of the biggest hits of the ‘90s, the dance anthem becoming a cultural phenomenon after spending four weeks at #1 and then earning a BRIT Award nomination […]

Black Stone Cherry
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Black Stone Cherry return to Belfast for special Limelight show celebrating their debut album – 29 October 2026

December 8, 2025 XS Noize

Black Stone Cherry return to Belfast this October for a very special headline show at Limelight 1, where the Kentucky hard-rock heavyweights will perform their explosive 2006 debut album in its entirety alongside highlights from […]

Callum Beattie
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Callum Beattie Unveils New Single “Pins and Needles” Ahead of Album “Indi” — Out January 23rd

December 5, 2025 XS Noize

It’s the best time to be Callum Beattie. After selling out a huge sold-out arena date at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro (a gig which saw The Scotsman describe him as “a Caledonian Sam Fender”), his 2026 live plans are upscaling too with a massive […]

Gipsy Kings
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Gipsy Kings Featuring Tonino Baliardo Announce New Album “Historia” — Out May 15th

December 5, 2025 XS Noize

The Grammy Award-winning Gipsy Kings and their leader/founder Tonino Baliardo broke the mould with their self-titled album back in 1987. It was a time when the US and UK charts were almost completely devoid of […]

tom smith
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Editors Frontman Tom Smith Brings His Solo Show to Belfast’s Mandela Hall – 6 May 2026

December 4, 2025 XS Noize

Tom Smith, the unmistakable voice of Editors, will play an intimate headline show at Mandela Hall, Belfast, on 6th May 2026. This rare solo appearance sees Smith performing a selection of brand-new material alongside reimagined […]

The Damned
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The Damned drop second single “See Emily Play” ahead of covers album “Not Like Everybody Else”

December 4, 2025 XS Noize

With the second single from their upcoming covers album, “Not Like Everybody Else,” Punk legends The Damned deliver a vibrant and fearless reinterpretation of Pink Floyd’s psychedelic classic “See Emily Play.” Sung by guitarist Captain […]

Steve Cradock
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Ocean Colour Scene’s Steve Cradock Brings “Travellers Tunes” to Belfast’s Limelight 1 – March 2026

December 3, 2025 XS Noize

Widely regarded as one of the UK’s most influential guitarists of the last 30 years, Steve Cradock has announced a spring tour bringing Travellers Tunes – An Evening With Steve Cradock to Belfast. Best known […]

Florence Road
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Florence Road to Headline Limelight 1 in Belfast on 26 May 2026

December 2, 2025 XS Noize

Florence Road are rapidly becoming one of the most talked-about new bands in the world. Praised by NME, Rolling Stone, Clash, and The Line of Best Fit, the Wicklow four-piece have built a devoted audience […]

The Coral
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The Coral release ‘She Died On Christmas Day’ their first ever Christmas single

December 2, 2025 XS Noize

Three decades and twelve albums haven’t offered a single Christmas song from Merseyside psych sorcerers, The Coral, until now. As overdue as the reply from Santa to a lost child’s letter and as cursed as Krampus’ […]

Under a Christmas Sky
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Music Brings Belfast’s Streets to Life This December Under a Christmas Sky

December 1, 2025 XS Noize

Belfast City Council and Snow Water will be showcasing a magical programme of free live Christmas music events every weekend until 21st December 2025, celebrating Belfast’s status as a UNESCO City of Music. 20 days […]

Cat Laughs Comedy Festival
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Cat Laughs Comedy Festival Set to Roar Into Belfast & Derry in September 2026

December 1, 2025 XS Noize

Following the success of this year’s events, The Cat Laughs Comedy Festival, Ireland’s longest-running and best-loved comedy event, is back in Belfast & Derry in September 2026 with over top 30 comedians performing. Kilkenny’s iconic […]

the cure
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The Cure announce “The Show of a Lost World” — remixed, recut, remastered — arriving on Blu-ray & DVD this December

November 28, 2025 XS Noize

On 1st November 2024, The Cure released their widely acclaimed, now Grammy-nominated album Songs Of A Lost World. To mark the occasion, the band performed the album in full — for the first and only […]

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