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          Simple Minds’ Jim Kerr & Charlie Burchill announce two special Scottish events ahead of joint memoir release

          September 25, 2025

          Simple Minds founder members and lifelong collaborators Jim Kerr & Charlie Burchill are pleased to announce two very special Scottish events next month to celebrate the publication of their long-awaited memoir. A candid, moving and kinetic story of self-realisation through […]

          Fine Young Cannibals
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          Fine Young Cannibals Mark 40 Years with New Career-Spanning Compilation ‘FYC40’ Out November 21

          September 24, 2025

          In 1985, Fine Young Cannibals made an unforgettable first impression with their debut single ‘Johnny Come Home’ and their self-titled album, showcasing a fully-formed act with a sharp, soulful sound and potent songs. But it was […]

          Keith & Kristyn Getty
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          Keith & Kristyn Getty Returning to Belfast with ‘Home for Christmas’

          September 24, 2025

          Following two unforgettable sold-out nights in Belfast last December, world-renowned NI hymn writers Keith & Kristyn Getty are bringing their acclaimed ‘Home for Christmas’ concert back to the SSE Arena on Monday 22 December for […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Robert Plant with Suzi Dian – Saving Grace
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Robert Plant with Suzi Dian – Saving Grace

          September 26, 2025

          Robert Plant’s latest project, Saving Grace, takes its name from the band he assembled in 2019 to play Americana covers in small venues across Britain. Though it has been eight years since his last solo […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Hause – …and the Mermaid
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Hause – …And The Mermaid

          September 26, 2025

          Dave Hause, a veteran of the Philadelphia punk scene, first made his mark fronting The Loved Ones before launching his solo career in 2011. Over the years, his work has spanned everything from hardcore to […]

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          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
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          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 […]

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          LIVE REVIEW: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles Credit: Triffin Constantine
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles

          September 22, 2025

          Sludge, prog, and post-metal band Baroness played an emotional set at Lodge Room in the Highland Park neighbourhood of Los Angeles on Saturday, September 20th. The night was one of remembrance, playing their first two […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate "Inertia" with High-Energy London Launch Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate “Inertia” with High-Energy London Launch Show

          September 10, 2025

          To mark the release of their new album Inertia, Pendulum’s Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen brought an electrifying DJ set to HERE at Outernet in London on September 5th. The Australian outfit has long been […]

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          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
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          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 […]

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          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, […]

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          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
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          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 […]

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        • Asha Maclean
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          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 […]

          DURAN DURAN
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          INTERVIEW: Roger Taylor on the Rhythm of Duran Duran: Hits, Influences & Life on the Road

          June 19, 2025

          John Kearns talks to Duran Duran –  The Duran Duran European summer tour is now in full swing. The DD truck has already rolled into cities such as Antwerp, Amsterdam and Rome and will continue […]

          Stephen Moore
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          INTERVIEW: Stephen Moore on Post Death Soundtrack’s New Album & HE IS ME

          June 12, 2025

          Post Death Soundtrack, the musical project of Stephen Moore, recently unveiled his fifth album, IN ALL MY NIGHTMARES I AM ALONE, a 30-track collection of songs ranging across the stylistic spectrum, including rock, Gothic rock, […]

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        • The Jacques
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          Finn O’Brien on The Jacques’ New Album “Make Repetition!” | XS Noize Podcast #247

          September 28, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “Will would be proud of us, and he’d never have wanted his loss to stop us doing what we love.” — Finn O’Brien, […]

          Gary Numan
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          Gary Numan on “Telekon” at 45, Wembley Ghosts & His Glastonbury Debut | XS Noize Podcast #246

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          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube In Episode #246 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Gary Numan — one of electronic music’s true pioneers — for a powerful conversation marking the 45th […]

          Divine Comedy
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          The Divine Comedy’s Neil Hannon on “Rainy Sunday Afternoon” | XS Noize Podcast #245

          September 16, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube In Episode #245 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Neil Hannon — the brilliant mind behind The Divine Comedy — for a revealing conversation about his new […]

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ELLIOTT BROOD RELEASE NEW VIDEO FOR 'LITTLE ONES' (FEAT. AARON GOLDSTEIN OF CITY AND COLOUR)
New Music

ELLIOTT BROOD RELEASES NEW ALBUM ‘WORK & LOVE’

November 6, 2014 XS Noize

Toronto trio Elliott BROOD are gearing up to release their highly anticipated new album, ‘Work and Love’ (Paper Bag Records), the album is the follow-up to ‘Days Into Years’, which won a Juno Award in […]

THE NEW SOUTHERN ELECTRIKK SHARE NEW TRACK 'MOTHER EARTH'
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THE NEW SOUTHERN ELECTRIKK SHARE NEW TRACK ‘MOTHER EARTH’

November 6, 2014 XS Noize

The New Southern Electrikk cannot be easily categorised. Drawing inspiration from Psychedelia, Krautrock and Post-Punk, the band craft dark, mesmerisingly beautiful melodies driven by grinding, sexy undertones. Monica Ward’s versatile vocals can be as ethereal […]

JAMES PREMIERE NEW VIDEO FOR 'ALL I'M SAYING' AND START UK TOUR
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JAMES PREMIERE NEW VIDEO FOR ‘ALL I’M SAYING’ AND START UK TOUR

November 5, 2014 XS Noize

Manchester legends James have released the stunning video to “All I’m Saying”, the latest single to be taken from the critically acclaimed album ‘La Petite Mort’. The beguiling visuals feature the considerable talents of Péter […]

ANGELS & AIRWAVES STREAM NEW SINGLE 'THE WOLFPACK', FROM FORTHCOMING ALBUM 'THE DREAM WALKER'
New Music

ANGELS & AIRWAVES STREAM NEW SINGLE ‘THE WOLFPACK’, FROM FORTHCOMING ALBUM ‘THE DREAM WALKER’

November 4, 2014 XS Noize

Scheduled for a December release, The Dream Walker was written, recorded and produced by Angels & Airwaves’ frontman/guitarist Tom DeLonge and multi-instrumentalist Ilan Rubin, known for his work with Nine Inch Nails. The album was […]

ARCA  PREMIERES ‘THIEVERY’ VIDEO, CREATED BY JESSE
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ARCA PREMIERES ‘THIEVERY’ VIDEO, AND ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN TOUR DATES

November 4, 2014 XS Noize

Arca recently announced details of his highly anticipated Xen debut album (out now on Mute) while at the same time debuting brand new track ‘Thievery’, the first to be taken from the album. Today, the […]

TRAVIS BRETZER ANNOUNCES DEBUT ALBUM AND SHARES 'PROMISES' SINGLE
New Music

TRAVIS BRETZER ANNOUNCES DEBUT ALBUM AND SHARES ‘PROMISES’ SINGLE

November 4, 2014 XS Noize

Following the release of his critically acclaimed debut EP Making Love last year, Travis Bretzer shares new track ‘Promises,’ which is released 15th December and is thrilled to announce debut album Waxing Romantic, which is […]

THE TWILIGHT SAD TO RELEASE 4TH ALBUM 'NOBODY WANTS TO BE HERE AND NOBODY WANTS TO LEAVE'
New Music

THE TWILIGHT SAD ANNOUNCE UK TOUR & RELEASE NEW VIDEO FOR ‘LAST JANUARY’

November 3, 2014 XS Noize

Following this week’s release of their critically acclaimed new album Nobody Wants To Be Here And Nobody Wants To Leave, The Twilight Sad have announced a UK tour next April – full details below. Tickets […]

SWING HERO PREMIERE NEW SINGLE 'INTEREST' LISTEN HERE:
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SWING HERO PREMIERE NEW SINGLE ‘INTEREST’ LISTEN HERE:

November 3, 2014 XS Noize

Typically the most effective art, in any form, comes from a very simple idea. It defies overly general classification, yet clearly exhibits some sort of relevance to just about anyone. Swing Hero is a band […]

DIAGRAMS ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM 'CHROMATICS' 19TH JANUARY
New Music

DIAGRAMS ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM ‘CHROMATICS’ 19TH JANUARY

November 3, 2014 XS Noize

When songwriter and producer Sam Genders last donned his Diagrams hat, captive listeners found themselves truly stunned by the Streatham Hill artist’s imaginative and inventive arrangements that made up 2012’s debut album Black Light. Having […]

THE TALKS TO RELEASE ALBUM  NOVEMBER 24TH
New Music

THE TALKS TO RELEASE ALBUM NOVEMBER 24TH

November 3, 2014 XS Noize

The last three years have seen The Talks working relentlessly to bring us a smorgasbord of bouncy, big hitting singles with ‘Can Stand The Rain’ featuring Neville Staple and ‘Friday Night’ creating a huge buzz […]

BELLE AND SEBASTIAN PREMIERE NEW SONG 'THE PARTY LINE' LISTEN HERE
New Music

BELLE AND SEBASTIAN PREMIERE NEW SONG ‘THE PARTY LINE’ LISTEN HERE

October 31, 2014 XS Noize

Belle and Sebastian the first track the disco tinged ‘The Party line’ from their ninth studio album “Girls In Peacetime Want To Dance” which will be released on January 19, 2015 (Jan 20 in the […]

GHXST RELEASE SPOOKY NEW VIDEO ON HALLOWEEN, watch here
New Music

GHXST RELEASE SPOOKY NEW VIDEO ON HALLOWEEN, watch here

October 31, 2014 XS Noize

GHXST is a New York based noise grunge trio composed of Shelley X, Chris Wild and Nathan La Guerra. With influences such as the Jesus and Mary Chain, White Zombie, and Sonic Youth, they evoke […]

ZOLA JESUS   ‘GO (BLANK SEA)’ REMIXED BY SKIN TOWN, REMIX EP OUT IN NOVEMBER
New Music

ZOLA JESUS ‘GO (BLANK SEA)’ REMIXED BY SKIN TOWN, REMIX EP OUT IN NOVEMBER

October 31, 2014 XS Noize

Zola Jesus’ latest single Go (Blank Sea) receives a fantastic reworking from LA duo Skin Town, who lay down dark yet scintillating synths as a bed for Nika’s powerful vocals. Nick Turco of Skin Town […]

PELUCHE RELEASE DEBUT AA SINGLE 'OHIO/CINNAMON'
New Music

PELUCHE RELEASE DEBUT AA SINGLE ‘OHIO/CINNAMON’

October 30, 2014 XS Noize

Peluché were born like a phoenix from the ashes when the previous incarnation ‘Keebo’ ran its natural course. Writing started under this new guise in the early months of 2014 and Peluché have been captivating […]

ALEX HIGHTON ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM & SHARES NEW TRACK
New Music

ALEX HIGHTON ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM & SHARES NEW TRACK

October 30, 2014 XS Noize

It’s not the second album that’s difficult. Melodies, harmonies and words all come embarrassingly easy to a born songwriter like Alex Highton. It’s the life that happens in-between the songwriting and the recording that’s the […]

DANIEL LANOIS - FLESH AND MACHINE
New Music

DANIEL LANOIS ANNOUNCES LONDON SHOW AND RELEASES NEW VIDEO

October 30, 2014 XS Noize

The visionary new album Flesh And Machine by acclaimed musician-producer and sonic explorer Daniel Lanois has arrived in stores. The record absolutely bristles with new ideas and offers powerful evidence of Lanois’ standing as an […]

OH! GUNQUIT RELEASE NEW SINGLE 'SINKHOLE'
New Music

OH! GUNQUIT RELEASE NEW SINGLE ‘SINKHOLE’

October 29, 2014 XS Noize

London based Rumble-Bop Trash Blitz 5-piece band Oh! Gunquit release a brand new single “Sinkhole” backed with instrumental “Stampede” via new One Little Indian imprint Winwin Records on 1st December. Oh! Gunquit have been performing […]

NATIVES RELEASE VIDEO FOR 'THE HORIZON'
New Music

NATIVES RELEASE ‘ARMIN VAN BUUREN’ COVER AS FREE DOWNLOAD

October 29, 2014 XS Noize

Natives have made their cover of Armin van Buuren’s ‘This Is What It Feels Like’ available for free download. The band has also announced their headline shows for February next year: 16 February – Manchester, […]

DAVID BRONSON RELEASES 'SONGBIRD' LISTEN HERE:
New Music

DAVID BRONSON RELEASES ‘SONGBIRD’ LISTEN HERE:

October 29, 2014 XS Noize

David Bronson’s new album Questions plays like a soul-drenched paean to the uncertainties of burgeoning adulthood. While the artist’s twenties, as documented on his first two records, were anything but a light-hearted emotional romp, the […]

YORKSHIRE QUINTET 'ALLUSONDRUGS' RELEASE ‘I SHOULD HAVE GONE TO UNI’ TRACK AND VIDEO
New Music

YORKSHIRE QUINTET ‘ALLUSONDRUGS’ RELEASE ‘I SHOULD HAVE GONE TO UNI’ TRACK AND VIDEO

October 28, 2014 XS Noize

Following airplay from Radio 1, Xfm, Kerrang and play listings across the UK, Europe and America, an appearance at Reading & Leeds Festival this summer and a September UK headline run that was immediately followed […]

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