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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
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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 […]

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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
          Live Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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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        • 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 […]

          DURAN DURAN
          Interviews

          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
          Interviews

          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
          Podcasts

          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
          Podcasts

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

          September 24, 2025

          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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Gigs

What you need to know as Dua Lipa wraps up European tour in Dublin

June 15, 2025 XS Noize

Get ready to bask in pop utopia as Dua Lipa takes the stage on June 27, 2025, to conclude the European leg of her ongoing third concert tour, “Radical Optimism,” at the Aviva Stadium in […]

The Florentinas
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Bangor’s The Florentinas Return with Infectious Summer Anthem ‘The Scary Thing Is’

June 13, 2025 XS Noize

Fresh from their European Tour with Snow Patrol and currently opening for them across the month of June, The Florentinas are delighted to release their new single ‘The Scary Thing Is’ – Out Now! Paddy […]

Kane Brown
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Global Superstar Kane Brown Releases New Summer Anthem “2 Pair”

June 13, 2025 XS Noize

Today, global superstar Kane Brown releases his new song, “2 Pair” via Sony Music Nashville. The track is Brown’s latest project following the success of his recent record, The High Road, which was released this […]

Beyonce
Gigs

Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour: Complete venue guide

June 13, 2025 XS Noize

Get your cowboy jackets, saddle up, and get ready to ride with Beyoncé as she plays multiple shows at two iconic European venues. Beyoncé’s ongoing tenth concert tour, officially titled “Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo […]

LIVE REVIEW: The Streets Kick Off Meltdown 2025 with an Electrifying, Crowd-Commanding Set
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Streets Kick Off Meltdown 2025 with an Electrifying, Crowd-Commanding Set

June 13, 2025 Michael Barron

Now in its 30th edition, Meltdown has long stood as a bastion of artist-led curation — a space where visionary musicians shape their own festivals. With past curators including Chaka Khan and Nile Rodgers, this […]

Mark Ronson and RAYE
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Mark Ronson teams up with RAYE for new single ‘Suzanne’

June 13, 2025 XS Noize

Mark Ronson and RAYE have teamed up on new song ‘Suzanne’ for an exciting musical collaboration. The track captures the timeless magic of music that they both love. Written by Mark, RAYE, Tommy Brenneck and […]

Stephen Moore
Interviews

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

June 12, 2025 Randall Radic

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, […]

Mantra of the Cosmos
News

Shaun Ryder, Andy Bell, Zak Starkey and Bez team up with Noel Gallagher for new Mantra of the Cosmos single

June 12, 2025 XS Noize

As an all-star band featuring iconic names in the shape of Happy Mondays / Black Grape duo Shaun Ryder and Bez with Andy Bell (Oasis, Ride) and Zak Starkey (Oasis, The Who, Johnny Marr), Mantra […]

The Farm
Podcasts

Peter Hooton on The Farm’s First Album in 30 Years | XS Noize Podcast #231

June 11, 2025 XS Noize

In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Peter Hooton, frontman of Liverpool legends The Farm, to discuss their first new studio album in over 30 years — Let […]

Linkin Park
Gigs

Possible set list for Linkin Park’s From Zero World Tour show in Düsseldorf

June 11, 2025 XS Noize

Linkin Park gained widespread recognition for their inventive fusion of nu-metal intensity, electronic influences, and hip-hop beats, resulting in a sound that was globally embraced. This complex formula earned the group a loyal following as […]

Van Morrison
News

Van Morrison Announces ‘An Evening of Words and Music’ at Waterfront Hall, Belfast

June 10, 2025 XS Noize

International music legend and Belfast’s own bard, Van Morrison, will return to the stage at the iconic Waterfront Hall on Sunday, 14 September 2025 for a one-night-only celebration: ‘An Evening of Words and Music’, featuring […]

MASI MASI
News

MASI MASI Unleashes New Single ‘The Rain’ Before Summer Tour

June 10, 2025 XS Noize

Bradford based solo artist MASI MASI unveils his latest single “The Rain,” the third release from an album’s worth of new material crafted in the unlikeliest of studios: a friend’s garage in Los Angeles, when […]

License Tracks
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Chart Topping Artists License Tracks for online slots Platforms

June 9, 2025 XS Noize

In this time of digital fun that keeps changing, unexpected collaborations are reshaping traditions. One new trend getting big is top musicians partnering with game developers. This thought might seem odd at first; famous musicians […]

Oasis
Gigs

The best UK music tours of the year: A fans guide

June 9, 2025 XS Noize

Live music lovers have every reason to get excited for 2025, with a star-studded calendar of concerts lined up across the year. From pop and rap to country and rock, the touring circuit is stacked […]

LIVE REVIEW: Djo Transcends Actor-Turned-Musician Clichés in Dazzling London Set Credit: Denise Esposito
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Djo Shines Beyond the Screen in Dazzling London Show

June 9, 2025 Denise Esposito

Djo, the musical moniker of actor, producer, and songwriter Joe Keery (best known as Steve Harrington in Stranger Things), proved he’s no part-time musician with three sold-out nights at London’s O2 Forum Kentish Town. Now […]

BILLIE EILISH announces Belfast & Dublin shows on the first leg of her Happier Than Ever, The World Tour 1
Gigs

Billie Eilish 2025 Tour: Anticipation builds ahead of London shows.

June 7, 2025 XS Noize

Get ready to rock your jorts and bandanas as Billie Eilish’s “Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour” approaches its London dates at The O2 Arena. The tour promises dynamic performances, eco-friendly initiatives, diverse musical […]

massive attack
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Massive Attack Confront War, Climate Crisis, and Corporate Power in Stunning Manchester Show

June 6, 2025 Jay Roberts

This show very nearly didn’t happen at all. Massive Attack have always been not only principled but remarkably forthright in standing by those principles. Of particular relevance here is their long-standing support of the cultural […]

BUSH
News

Bush Return with ‘The Land of Milk and Honey’ – First Single from Upcoming Album ‘I Beat Loneliness’

June 6, 2025 XS Noize

With “The Land Of Milk And Honey,” GRAMMY®-nominated, multi-Platinum rock legends BUSH return, delivering the incendiary first single from their upcoming 10th studio album, I Beat Loneliness, out 18th July on earMUSIC. Blistering and poetic, […]

CALIFORNIA IRISH
News

CALIFORNIA IRISH feat: Cormac Neeson release their new single ‘Something Different’

June 6, 2025 XS Noize

CALIFORNIA IRISH is the new band featuring The Answer’s Cormac Neeson. The band tips its hat to the wonderfully melodic and free-spirited sound from 60s America, a sound that reaches back into a gentler, more […]

Ryan McMullan
News

Ryan McMullan Announces Headline Show at Ulster Hall, Belfast – 14th December 2025

June 6, 2025 XS Noize

Fresh off the success of his debut album Redesign, which soared to #1 on the Independent Charts in Ireland, acclaimed singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan returns to the stage with a powerful new tour. Known for his […]

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