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        • The Luka State
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          THE LUKA STATE share video for ‘Matter of Fact’ from new album ‘More Than This’ – out March 10th

          February 2, 2023

          The Luka State share the music video for their recently-released, high-powered single “Matter of Fact,” taken from their forthcoming album More Than This – out March 10, 2023, via Thirty Tigers. As we’ve heard on […]

          NERIAH
          New Music

          Emerging pop star NERIAH shares melodic breakup anthem ‘FALLING 4 SOMEBODY’

          February 1, 2023

          Emerging pop star NERIAH has released her newest single, the melodic breakup anthem “FALLING 4 SOMEBODY.” Debuting with a New Music Daily cover and Zane Lowe interview on Apple Music One, the track is creating […]

          Columbia Mills
          Gigs

          COLUMBIA MILLS announce Voodoo, Belfast show on Thursday 18th May 2023

          February 1, 2023

          Columbia Mills, the critically acclaimed Irish band, is proud to announce the release of their highly anticipated third album “Heart of a Nation.” This album is now available for purchase and streaming on all major […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          Fucked Up – One Day
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Fucked Up – One Day

          January 28, 2023

          Throughout their three decades of existence, Fucked Up haven’t built up a reputation for doing things on a small scale. From enormous concept albums to twelve-hour performances, it’s obvious they like to take their time. […]

          Bob Dylan
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Bob Dylan – Fragments – Time Out Of Mind Sessions (1996 – 1997) The Bootleg Series Vol. 17

          January 25, 2023

          Time Out of Mind upon its release in 1997 was the first album of original songs since the poorly received Under the Red Sky seven years earlier. Time Out of Mind, received impressive reviews and […]

        • Book Reviews

          Ziggy Marley - Music Is In Everything
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Ziggy Marley – Music Is In Everything

          January 16, 2023

          Back in 2020, Ziggy Marley teamed up with Lisa Loeb to release a catchy and infectious song that will get people of all ages to sing along called “Music Is in everything”. This song which […]

          pop rock icons
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Pop Rock Icons by Philippe Margotin

          December 15, 2022

          Judging by the front cover, one might expect Pop Rock Icons to be festooned with infographics. It isn’t. Instead, it’s a collection of photographs depicting “London’s Swingin’ 60s & 70s”. Rather than homogenise and cluster […]

        • Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography 2
          Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2’s discography

          March 3, 2022

          In March of 1997, 25 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: Dropkick Murphys – O2 City Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne © Iam Burn
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Dropkick Murphys – O2 City Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne

          January 17, 2023

          As I wandered towards the O2 City Hall, feeling the cold, January air around my face, I recalled that today was also known as Blue Monday. This is not a celebration of a classic New […]

          TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast

          January 10, 2023

          What a way to kick off 2023, with the return of the mighty; Trivium! As the Deadmen & Dragons Tour landed in the Ulster Hall, Belfast, Northern Ireland, our photographer Marc Leach was reliving his […]

        • 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

          TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast

          January 10, 2023

          What a way to kick off 2023, with the return of the mighty; Trivium! As the Deadmen & Dragons Tour landed in the Ulster Hall, Belfast, Northern Ireland, our photographer Marc Leach was reliving his […]

          IN FOCUS// L-Plate @ McHughs Bar, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// L-Plate @ McHughs Bar, Belfast, Northern Ireland

          December 30, 2022

          L-Plate played a fantastic debut headline show with support from Moonbot & Disorder last night at McHughs Bar, Belfast, Northern Ireland. Bernie McAllister was there to take these amazing images.           […]

  • Gigs
        • The Luka State
          Gigs

          THE LUKA STATE share video for ‘Matter of Fact’ from new album ‘More Than This’ – out March 10th

          February 2, 2023

          The Luka State share the music video for their recently-released, high-powered single “Matter of Fact,” taken from their forthcoming album More Than This – out March 10, 2023, via Thirty Tigers. As we’ve heard on […]

          Columbia Mills
          Gigs

          COLUMBIA MILLS announce Voodoo, Belfast show on Thursday 18th May 2023

          February 1, 2023

          Columbia Mills, the critically acclaimed Irish band, is proud to announce the release of their highly anticipated third album “Heart of a Nation.” This album is now available for purchase and streaming on all major […]

          INHALER
          Gigs

          INHALER release new single ‘If You’re Gonna Break My Heart’

          February 1, 2023

          INHALER today share new single ‘If You’re Gonna Break My Heart’ ahead of releasing their eagerly awaited second album ‘Cuts & Bruises’ on February 17th via Polydor Records. ‘If You’re Gonna Break My Heart’ is […]

  • Interviews
        • Gena Rose Bruce
          Featured Interview

          INTERVIEW: Gena Rose Bruce on the release of her much anticipated second album – Deep Is The Way

          January 24, 2023

          Melbourne singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Gena Rose Bruce sat down with XS Noize to talk about the release of her much anticipated second album, Deep Is The Way released on Friday 27th January. For anyone unfamiliar with […]

          Kaya Stewart
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Kaya Stewart talks ‘If Things Go South’ – her new short film & plans for 2023

          December 19, 2022

          Kaya Stewart has had a fantastic year. Her new album, If Things Go South, continues to win over fans and critics alike, and her short film of the same name is an award-winner. With 2023 […]

          NOT A TOY
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: NOT A TOY on new music & their highlights of 2022

          December 8, 2022

          Branson Hoog, Benji Spoliansky, Jeremy Marmor and TJ Wessel, AKA NOT A TOY, have had a particularly good year which has seen them release some great songs and delight fans on tour. With the year […]

  • Podcast
        • Billy Nomates
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Billy Nomates on her latest album CACTI

          January 25, 2023

          In episode #115 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Bristol-based songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Tor Maries AKA Billy Nomates to talk about her latest album CACTI. Recorded at her flat and […]

          Black Star Riders
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Ricky Warwick of Black Star Riders on ‘The Wrong Side of Paradise’

          January 18, 2023

          In episode #114 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Ricky Warwick of masters of anthemic rock ‘n’ roll Black Star Riders to talk about their fifth album ‘The Wrong Side of […]

          Thom Southern
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Thom Southern on his debut solo album PLAZA

          December 21, 2022

          In episode #113 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with alternative Indie artist from Northern Ireland, Thom Southern, about his brilliant debut album PLAZA, which was released at the beginning of 2022.  […]

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Short, sharp and frank reviews from a self-confessed vinyl junkie Sean Crossey. Sean will be posting his most loved records and most recent purchases right here for your perusal every week.

ON THE TURNTABLE: Elsy Wameyo - Nilotic
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Elsy Wameyo – Nilotic

January 23, 2023 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. You may have noticed that Hip Hop turns 50 this year, […]

Masako Ohta & Matthias Lindermayr - MMMMH
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Masako Ohta & Matthias Lindermayr – MMMMH

December 16, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. Classical pianist Masako Ohta and trumpet player Matthias Lindermayr first met […]

Various - With Love: Volume 1 compiled by Miche
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Various – With Love: Volume 1 compiled by Miche

December 1, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. Compilation albums are becoming more and more collectable nowadays. With vinyl […]

Tzusan - WSPSNSYRP
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Tzusan – WSPSNSYRP

November 21, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. To those not in the know, Tzusan, AKA Edinburgh-based producer and […]

Inkswel & Colonel Red - Holders of the Sun Vol 1
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Inkswel & Colonel Red – Holders of the Sun Vol 1

November 11, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. Australian producer, ex-B-Boy and professional beat maker Inkswel has teamed up […]

Friends of Our Youth - That Was Then
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Friends of Our Youth – That Was Then

October 28, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. This is an album to get truly lost in, in all […]

Rayon - Colour
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Rayon – Colour

October 17, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. This is the second album from Portland, Oregon’s Eric Sabatino’s project […]

The Comet is Coming
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: The Comet is Coming – Hyper-Dimensional Expansion Beam

October 4, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. If you’re looking for an easy ride, you won’t get it […]

Marxist Love Disco Ensemble
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Marxist Love Disco Ensemble – MLDE

September 30, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. The debut album from this Italian project has all the dry […]

Chip Wickham - Cloud 10
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Chip Wickham – Cloud 10

September 11, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. ‘And the award for Best Sunday listening Album of the Year […]

Gabriels
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Gabriels – Love & Hate in a Different Time

September 2, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. The superb debut single from L.A. Soul trio Gabriels gets a […]

Danger Mouse & Black Thought - Cheat Codes
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Danger Mouse & Black Thought – Cheat Codes

August 23, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. An album that’s been almost two decades in the making certainly […]

Flaming Ember - If It’s Good To You (It’s Good For You)
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Flaming Ember – If It’s Good To You (It’s Good For You)

August 10, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. I spent Sunday just gone in legendary Mancunian record shop Beatin’ […]

Tungusku - Direction of Travel
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Tungusku – Direction of Travel

August 1, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. A very welcome but bittersweet mid-Summer release on Manchester music scene […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Happy Mondays - Pills ‘N’ Thrills & Bellyaches
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Happy Mondays – Pills ‘N’ Thrills & Bellyaches

July 18, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. The sudden and extremely sad passing of Paul Ryder had me […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Sandie Shaw - Hand In Glove
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Sandie Shaw – Hand In Glove

July 5, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. RSD’s release of this lost classic makes a very welcome return. […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Lovescene - Suits You / Overnight
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Lovescene – Suits You / Overnight

June 22, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal weekly. If you’re looking for some fine Mancunian Soul, you’ve come to […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Golden Bug feat Vega Voga - Tokoyo No Kuni
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Golden Bug feat Vega Voga – Tokoyo No Kuni

June 14, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal every week. Another excellent find from Barcelona. Parisian-born and Barcelona resident Golden […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Julien Dyne - Modes
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Julien Dyne – Modes

June 7, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll be posting my most loved records and most recent purchases right here for your perusal every week. Fifth studio album from the forward-thinking Nu […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: The Stone Roses - The Stone Roses
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ON THE TURNTABLE: The Stone Roses – The Stone Roses

May 27, 2022 Sean Crossey

Today is the 27th of May, which means it’s exactly 32 years to the day since I awoke on a gloriously sunny day in Morecambe with THE golden ticket in my hand. That golden ticket […]

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