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          Editors’ Tom Smith Shares New Single “Leave” from Forthcoming Solo Debut Album

          October 1, 2025

          Editors front-person, Tom Smith, has today released “Leave”, the latest single from his forthcoming debut solo album, There Is Nothing In The Dark That Isn’t There In The Light which is released on Play It […]

          The Cure
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          The Cure Announce Biggest-Ever Belfast Show at Belsonic 2026

          September 30, 2025

          Rock legends The Cure are pleased to announce their biggest Belfast show to date at Belsonic, Belfast on Sunday, June 28th, with support from The Twilight Sad and Just Mustard. Formed in Crawley, Sussex, England, […]

          The Charlatans
          News

          The Charlatans Share “Deeper and Deeper” Ahead of 14th Studio Album “We Are Love”

          September 30, 2025

          Following the announcement of their 14th studio album, We Are Love, out October 31 via BMG, The Charlatans return today with their second single, “Deeper and Deeper.” A swirling, Hammond organ-driven belter with fat bass […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Coach Party – Caramel
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Coach Party – Caramel

          October 1, 2025

          Isle of Wight four-piece Coach Party return with their sophomore album Caramel, a dazzling, perfectly weighted collection of ten tracks that finds the band confidently pushing past their reputation as indie upstarts and stepping firmly […]

          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 […]

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          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 […]

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          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, […]

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        • 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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        • 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, […]

          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 […]

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Lauren Minear
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TRACK PREMIERE: Lauren Minear presents ‘Fools In Love’

September 8, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

The new single from Lauren Minear titled “Fools In Love” is a track that will no doubt resonate with many. Taken from her new album ‘Invisible Woman’, set for release on October 15th, the track […]

THE CULT
New Music

THE CULT release video for new single ‘A Cut Inside’ – off their forthcoming new album Under The Midnight Sun

September 7, 2022 XS Noize

The Cult have shared a new song today with the release of ‘A Cut Inside’, off their forthcoming new album Under The Midnight Sun. An album highlight, ‘A Cut Inside’ rides guitarist Billy Duffy’s lithe […]

Depeche Mode
New Music

DEPECHE MODE 12″ vinyl singles collector’s box set series continues with release of ‘Playing The Angel | The 12″ Singles’

September 7, 2022 XS Noize

Depeche Mode’s 12″ vinyl singles project continues with the release of Playing The Angel | The 12″ Singles on 11 November 2022. Playing The Angel | The 12″ Singles, a collector’s edition deluxe box set, […]

Brian Eno
Gigs

BRIAN ENO shares video for new single ‘We Let It In’ & announces a night at The Barbican, London

September 7, 2022 XS Noize

Brian Eno will release his latest studio album FOREVERANDEVERNOMORE on October 14 on vinyl, CD and digital formats. The record was made at his studios in West London and Norfolk. A song-based album, Brian’s vocals […]

the beatles
New Music

THE BEATLES Announce Newly Mixed & Expanded Special Edition of ‘Revolver’ & reveal new Stereo mix & Dolby Atmos mix of ‘Taxman’

September 7, 2022 XS Noize

Revolver: The Beatles’ 1966 album that changed everything. Spinning popular music off its axis and ushering in a vibrant new era of experimental, avant-garde sonic psychedelia, Revolver brought about a cultural sea change and marked […]

JAXN
Gigs

JAXN shares his new single ‘Foolin’ Around’

September 6, 2022 XS Noize

JAXN has been busy bringing the ‘90s vibe to the 21st century, winning plaudits from Clash, The Line of Best Fit, Lyrical Lemonade and Office for songs which evoke the sounds of Britpop as well […]

BUSH
Gigs

BUSH release ‘More Than Machines’ music video from forthcoming album ‘The Art Of Survival’

September 6, 2022 XS Noize

After hinting at this chapter, iconic GRAMMY® Award-nominated rock band BUSH return with their long-awaited ninth full-length album, The Art of Survival, scheduled for release on October 7, 2022, via BMG. The Art of Survival […]

Mogwai
News

MOGWAI announce extensive new 2022/23 UK tour

September 6, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Mogwai announce a run of UK tour dates taking place throughout Scotland in December 2022 and England & Wales in February 2023. Tickets are available via pre-sale at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 7th September. […]

Pixies
Gigs

PIXIES share new track ‘Dregs Of The Wine’ – from their upcoming album ‘Doggerel’

September 6, 2022 XS Noize

Most bands who have a storied and influential history spanning some 30+ years completely lose their capacity for surprise, but most bands aren’t Pixies. Their upcoming album ‘Doggerel’ introduces bold new orchestrated, cinematic flourishes to […]

Black Star Riders
Gigs

BLACK STAR RIDERS announce a headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Saturday, February 11th 2023

September 6, 2022 XS Noize

Masters of anthemic rock ‘n’ roll Black Star Riders are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Saturday, February 11th 2023. Black Star Riders have recently announced that their New Album, […]

Moncrieff
Gigs

MONCRIEFF announces headline show at Ulster Sports Club, Belfast on Thursday 8th Dec 2022

September 6, 2022 XS Noize

He has performed with Adele and impressed greats like Elton John and Avicii with his songwriting – and yet Moncrieff is only getting started: His latest EP, “Warm”, is OUT NOW! “Music has always been […]

Le Boom
Gigs

LE BOOM announces headline show at Ulster Sports Club, Belfast on Saturday 3rd Dec 2022

September 5, 2022 XS Noize

Fresh from a summer of festival appearances and late-night secret parties across Ireland and Europe, Le Boom has announced a headline show at Belfast’s Ulster Sports Club on Saturday, 03rd December 2022. Le Boom’s double-A-side […]

Somebody’s Child
Gigs

SOMEBODY’S CHILD announce headline show at Belfast Ulster Sports Club on Wednesday March 1st 2023

September 5, 2022 XS Noize

Starting his musical journey aged five in Paris, Cian Godfrey (aka Somebody’s Child) took to playing the piano in the family apartment. Upon moving back to Ireland, he gained an interest in songwriting, enabling him […]

The Divine Comedy at Barbican Hall, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Divine Comedy at Barbican Hall, London

September 5, 2022 Michael Barron

The Divine Comedy’s five-night residency at the Barbican was initially billed for October 2020 to celebrate the band’s 30th anniversary. The Irish chamber pop band would chronologically play their first ten LPs back to back. […]

INTERVIEW: Crispian Mills from Kula Shaker on new album '1st Congregational Church Of Eternal Love and Free Hugs' 1
Gigs

KULA SHAKER announce January / February 2023 ‘Eternal Love Tour’ dates

September 5, 2022 XS Noize

Following the release of their acclaimed double album ‘1st Congregational Church of Eternal Love (and free hugs)’ and off the back of a successful year of touring in Europe and Japan, Kula Shaker will play […]

Simple Minds
Gigs

SIMPLE MINDS release new single FIRST YOU JUMP, from forthcoming album DIRECTION OF THE HEART

September 4, 2022 XS Noize

Following its first play this morning on Zoe Ball’s BBC Radio 2 show, today Simple Minds release new single, ‘First You Jump’, the second track to be taken from the band’s eighteenth studio album, Direction […]

Gabriels
On The Turntable

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 […]

IN FOCUS// Wolf Alice at The Telegraph Building, Belfast, Northern Ireland
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Wolf Alice at The Telegraph Building, Belfast, Northern Ireland

September 2, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Wolf Alice returned to Belfast last night to perform a fantastic show at The Telegraph Building. Wolf Alice are one of Britain’s most revered bands and Mercury Prize 2018 winners. It has been a decade since […]

The Script
Gigs

THE SCRIPT share new single ‘Dare You To Doubt Me’

September 2, 2022 XS Noize

It’s been a memorable summer for The Script as they’ve been busy taking their Greatest Hits tour around the UK and Ireland, with highlights including huge shows at London’s O2, Edinburgh Castle and Dublin’s 3Arena. […]

The 1975
Gigs

The 1975 announce a return to SSE Arena, Belfast on 30th January 2023

September 1, 2022 XS Noize

The 1975 today release ‘I’m In Love With You’ – the third track from their highly anticipated forthcoming new album ‘Being Funny In A Foreign Language’. ‘I’m In Love With You’ follows recent releases ‘Happiness’ […]

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