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          Snow Patrol announce huge outdoor show at St. Anne’s Park on 31st May 2026 with special guest Orla Gartland

          October 7, 2025

          Iconic Northern Irish indie-rock band Snow Patrol have announced their live return with a huge outdoor show at St. Anne’s Park, Dublin on 31st May 2026. Joining Snow Patrol as very special guest is Orla Gartland. After playing to a […]

          Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
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          Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds Announce 2026 European Tour — Kicking Off June 10 at Malahide Castle, Ireland

          October 7, 2025

          Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds return to Europe in summer 2026 for a monumental run of outdoor headline shows and festival appearances, beginning on 10 June at Malahide Castle, Ireland, and touring through Germany, Denmark, Czech Republic, […]

          Snow Patrol
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          Snow Patrol announce massive 2026 Crystal Palace Park show with Rag’n’Bone Man and Nieve Ella

          October 7, 2025

          Northern Irish alt-rock juggernauts Snow Patrol have today announced a huge, open-air show taking place at London’s Crystal Palace Park on Friday 3 July 2026. They’ll be joined on the day by evocative singer Rag […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash - Ad Astra
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash – Ad Astra

          October 3, 2025

          Perennial 90’s power-pop heroes Ash return this autumn with their ninth studio album, Ad Astra. Now well into their fourth decade together, Tim Wheeler, Mark Hamilton and Rick McMurray continue to show that their knack […]

          Idlewild
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Idlewild – ‘Idlewild’

          October 3, 2025

          The band’s tenth album is their first self-titled release, and it just so happens to be a collection of songs that reflects their majestic, melodic beauty. For a band to reach a tenth record is […]

        • 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: 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
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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
          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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        • Moon Panda
          Podcasts

          Inside Moon Panda’s Dreamy New Album “Dumb Luck” | XS Noize Podcast #249

          October 7, 2025

          In this episode, #249 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Maddy Myers and Gustav Moltke from the Californian-Danish dream-pop collective Moon Panda to discuss their stunning third album, Dumb Luck — […]

          Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of "Ad Astra" | XS Noize Podcast #248
          Podcasts

          Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of “Ad Astra” | XS Noize Podcast #248

          October 1, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Rick McMurray looks back on 30 years of Ash and the rocket-fuel energy behind their new album Ad Astra. From teenage beginnings in Downpatrick to global stages, […]

          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, […]

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Blur
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BLUR announce very special guest PAUL WELLER for second Wembley Stadium show on 9 July 2023

February 22, 2023 XS Noize

Metropolis Music today announced that very special guest Paul Weller, as well as The Selecter and Snooker Champion/DJ Steve Davis will join the line-up for Blur’s second Wembley show on 9th July.  The band’s first-ever […]

Mark McCarney
Gigs

MARK MCCARNEY announces Belfast, Limelight 1 show on Saturday 2 December 2023

February 22, 2023 XS Noize

Mark McCarney brings his first live hour of Stand Up to Limelight. Mark McCarney is swiftly emerging as one of Northern Ireland’s most talked about performers. His rise in the comedy scene has seen him […]

Shame – Food for Worms
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Shame – Food for Worms

February 22, 2023 Alex Hoggard

The South London five-piece Shame return with their third album, Food for Worms, which marks a departure from their previous efforts. Moving away from their post-punk beginnings, the band have tapped into their eclectic range […]

Billy Lockett
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Billy Lockett talks ‘Abington Grove’, mental health & the future

February 22, 2023 Rebecca Haslam

10 years ago, Billy Lockett came to huge attention, notably in the UK, when he toured with KT Tunstall. Three EPs, a family tragedy and a long and hard battle with sobriety later, this past […]

Tiny Ruins
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TINY RUINS announce their fourth album ‘Ceremony’ & share new single ‘Dorothy Bay’

February 21, 2023 XS Noize

Tiny Ruins, the project of New Zealand musician Hollie Fullbrook, announces their fourth album, Ceremony, out April 28th via Marathon Artists, and shares a new single, ‘Dorothy Bay’. The follow-up to 2019’s celebrated Olympic Girls, […]

W.A.S.P.
Gigs

W.A.S.P. announce headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast on Sunday 26 March

February 21, 2023 XS Noize

W.A.S.P. wrapped up their first US tour in 10 years with a sold-out show at The Wiltern in Los Angeles, this brings a total of 18 sold-out shows for the US tour. The show features […]

Jordan
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JORDAN announces headline show at Limelight, Belfast on 12th May

February 21, 2023 XS Noize

Hailing from Salford (UK), Jordan is loud and proud about his roots and hard upbringing. A master of storytelling, Jordan portrays the pain he has suffered through the lyrics in his raps, displaying realism which […]

The Boo Radleys
Gigs

THE BOO RADLEYS share new single – ‘The Unconscious’ and news of further tour dates

February 21, 2023 XS Noize

Feeling ever more back where they belong as new music and touring announcements detonate love bombs amongst fans old and new, both in the UK and overseas, The Boo Radleys follow up their New Year […]

The Slow Readers Club - Knowledge Freedom Power
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Slow Readers Club – Knowledge Freedom Power

February 21, 2023 Sandra Blemster

Manchester quartet, The Slow Readers Club are back with their sixth studio album Knowledge Freedom Power. Following on from their 2020 Top 10 album The Joy of the Return which was released around the time […]

Charlie Simpson
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‘The Masked Singer’ winner CHARLIE SIMPSON shares new EP ‘Kifaru’

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

The jaw-dropping rock ‘n’ soul vocal talent of fan favourite Rhino saw him triumph as the winner of this year’s ‘The Masked Singer’ in front of a massive televised audience of 5.7 million people during […]

The Mars Volta have released a new single and short film for 'Graveyard Love'
Gigs

THE MARS VOLTA announce highly anticipated UK tour

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

The Mars Volta have announced a high ly anticipated UK tour, which kicks off at Glasgow Barrowland on 16th June and culminates with a show at the iconic Troxy in London on 18th June. These […]

chalk
Gigs

Belfast newcomers CHALK to play headline show at THE BLACK BOX on Friday 19th May

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

Chalk is an Irish three-piece post-punk/electronic project based in Belfast. The project was formed in 2019 after meeting as film students. Influenced by their love of film and the emerging Belfast dance scene, Chalk’s image-driven […]

Coach Party
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Coach Party talk ahead of their headline show at Voodoo, Belfast

February 20, 2023 Aaron Kavanagh

Isle of Wight rising stars Coach Party have spent the past year honing their explosive live show, playing over 120 shows in total. Particular live highlights included the 100k capacity Stade de France supporting Indochine, […]

Cloudy June
News

CLOUDY JUNE shares new single ‘You Problem’ featuring EMLYN

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

Artists like Cloudy June don’t come around too often. The 24-year-old German/Cuban rising talent plays alluring dark pop informed by a defiant desire to empower both women everywhere and the LGBTQ+ community. Having exceeded 40 […]

Brian Eno and Roger Eno
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BRIAN ENO & ROGER ENO release live video for ‘Celeste’ taken from ‘Live At The Acropolis’

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

An exclusive video of Brian Eno and Roger Eno performing together for the first time has been released, ahead of the full concert being premiered in cinemas across the UK on 2nd March 2023. Brian […]

THE 1975
Gigs

THE 1975 announce headline shows in Dublin & Cork this Summer

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

The 1975 today announce headline shows this summer at Dublin’s St. Anne’s Park on 7 June and Cork’s Musgrave Park on 13 June. Tickets from €49.90 (including booking fee) go on sale this Friday 24th […]

Peter Doherty
Gigs

PETER DOHERTY announces Limelight, Belfast show on April 13th 2023

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

Peter Doherty, the Millennial Jean Genie/Jean Genet, will embark on his first solo acoustic tour in ten years, with a series of intimate ‘Songbook’ shows in the spring. Peter will be performing a selection of […]

Matt Goss
Podcasts

INTERVIEW: Matt Goss on his brand new album & upcoming UK tour

February 19, 2023 XS Noize

In episode #118 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with legendary Bros frontman Matt Goss who is returning to the musical stage following his recent appearance on Strictly Come Dancing and an […]

Bastille
News

BASTILLE announce ‘MTV Unplugged: Bastille’ released exclusively on vinyl for Record Store Day

February 17, 2023 XS Noize

MTV Unplugged: Bastille’ is a special performance available as a live album, exclusively on limited edition vinyl for fans as part of Record Store Day 2023. Recorded in front of an intimate crowd at Porchester […]

Leftfield
News

LEFTFIELD announce exclusive Record Store Day ‘VERSION EXCURSION’ dub remix of latest album

February 17, 2023 XS Noize

Today, Leftfield have announced a very special new release: an entire remix of their acclaimed 2022 album This Is What We Do, titled Version Excursion. The album will be released exclusively on limited edition vinyl […]

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