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          HARD-Fi announce new album ‘Sweating Someone Else’s Fever’ and UK tour dates

          March 4, 2026

          Recharged and looking sharply at a world gone sideways, Staines’ finest Hard-Fi make their long-awaited return with brand new studio album Sweating Someone Else’s Fever, their first in 15 years, out on June 19th via V2 Records. Written and recorded […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel Unveils ‘What Lies Ahead’ from Upcoming Album o/i

          March 3, 2026

          The blood / worm moon of 3 March, 2026 sees the release of “What Lies Ahead,” the third track from Peter Gabriel’s forthcoming album o\i. “What Lies Ahead” was written and produced by Peter Gabriel […]

          The Veils
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          The Veils Return with New Album “Fragile World” — Hear “Lungs” and See UK Dates

          February 27, 2026

          Following the critically acclaimed release of ‘Asphodels’ in 2025, The Veils quickly return with a bold and invigorated new album titled ‘Fragile World’, out 19 June on V2 Records. The first single ‘Lungs’ is released […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine - Hen’s Teeth
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine – Hen’s Teeth

          February 23, 2026

          Iron and Wine, the moniker of singer/songwriter Samuel Beam, is releasing his much anticipated follow up to 2024’s Light Verse at the end of February. Hen’s Teeth is a slightly darker sibling to Beam’s poetic […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing - A Short History Of Decay
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing – A Short History Of Decay

          February 20, 2026

          Philadelphia shoegaze standard-bearers Nothing return in 2026 with A Short History Of Decay, a record that feels less like a reinvention and more like a reaffirmation of everything they’ve quietly perfected over the past decade […]

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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
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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: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre Credit Wiktoria Wolny
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre

          February 26, 2026

          In the heart of London’s Embankment, the recently opened Emerald Theatre feels part The Great Gatsby, part Emerald City — lavish, theatrical and unapologetically opulent. The room glows in rich green tones and, with its […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London photos by Martin
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          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London

          February 21, 2026

          Of Monsters and Men first broke through in 2010 after winning Músíktilraunir, Iceland’s annual Battle of the Bands. That early victory propelled the then-emerging collective onto the international stage, leading to a European Border Breakers […]

        • 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// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show Credit: Denise Esposito
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show

          February 6, 2026

          On 3 February, Ash returned to La Scala for a blistering, high-energy London show. Packed wall to wall, the venue buzzed as the trio tore through a career-spanning set, seamlessly weaving in new material from […]

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland Credit: Becca McCaffrey
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland

          January 11, 2026

          Biffy Clyro put on a brilliant show at the 3Arena on Saturday, 10 January, delivering a set that was as heavy and intense as it was open and emotional. The sold-out Dublin crowd were treated […]

  • 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
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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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        • Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

          TAVE
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          INTERVIEW: TAVE Talks ‘Fly Away,’ Self-Discovery, and the Art of Letting Go

          November 11, 2025

          Rising artist TAVE has had an extraordinary journey — from earning a scholarship at just 13 and performing with some of music’s biggest names to now stepping into the spotlight with his deeply personal debut […]

          :Panic :Over
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          INTERVIEW: :Panic :Over Are Turning Northern Irish Indie Into a Global Sound

          October 16, 2025

          Neal McClelland meets the Northern Irish band whose anthemic sound is turning heads from Belfast to Tokyo. There’s something electric about catching a band right before liftoff — that mix of confidence, humour, and disbelief […]

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        • The Dream Machine
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          “We’re Always Making Music for Ourselves” — The Dream Machine on ‘Fort Perch Rock’ | XS Noize Podcast #273

          March 4, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Zak and Matty from The Dream Machine to talk about Fort Perch Rock — the band’s third studio album and a record […]

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          Archive’s Dave Pen on ‘Glass Minds’ and evolving after 30 years | XS Noize Podcast #272

          February 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dave Pen of Archive to talk about Glass Minds — the band’s 13th studio album and a bold new chapter in a […]

          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
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          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271

          February 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club to revisit Howl — the band’s third album and a bold creative left turn […]

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Kingfishr
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Kingfishr Announce Massive Summer 2026 Irish Shows

August 8, 2025 XS Noize

2025 has already been Kingfishr’s year, with a smash hit #1 single in the shape of ‘Killeagh’, ever-growing international tour dates which will close with two sold out Dublin 3Arena headline shows, and the long-awaited release of their debut album ‘Halcyon’ on August 22nd. But big […]

D:Ream
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D:Ream Return with New Album ‘Do It Anyway’ and Unveil New Track ‘The Geek Who Rules The World’

August 8, 2025 XS Noize

D:Ream’s classic ‘Things Can Only Get Better’ has constantly resurfaced to become a cultural phenomenon: first as a mega hit with four weeks at #1 and a BRIT Award nomination, then ushering in New Labour, before soundtracking lockdown and sneaking into Rishi Sunak’s election announcement. […]

OneRepublic
Gigs

The ultimate guide to OneRepublic’s tour

August 8, 2025 XS Noize

Pop-rock sensation OneRepublic will bring their “Sweet Escape Tour” to Australia and New Zealand next year. With support from special guest Zara Larsson, Ryan Tedder and the crew will bring their hit songs “Counting Stars” […]

Van Morrison
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Van Morrison Announces an intimate concert at Belfast’s, Waterfront Studio on 28 August 2025

August 6, 2025 XS Noize

Van Morrison invites you to an intimate concert at Belfast’s Waterfront Studio on 28 August 2025. Morrison, whose career spans a remarkable seven decades and millions of record sales, is regarded as one of the […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Richard Hawley - Coles Corner (20th Anniversary)
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Richard Hawley – Coles Corner (20th Anniversary)

August 6, 2025 Michael Barron

When Coles Corner arrived in 2005, Richard Hawley had recently moved from Setanta to Mute Records, but musically, he was still rooted in the same soil — Sheffield. On paper, it could have been dismissed […]

XS Noize Podcast #239 – Bob Stanley on Saint Etienne’s final album International
Podcast

Bob Stanley on Saint Etienne’s Final Album “International” and 30 Years of Music | XS Noize Podcast #239

August 6, 2025 XS Noize

In Episode #239 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Bob Stanley from Saint Etienne to discuss the legendary band’s 13th and final album, International. For over 30 years, Saint Etienne have […]

Bad Bunny
Features

6 of Bad Bunny’s biggest selling hits

August 5, 2025 XS Noize

Bad Bunny is an undeniable hitmaker, backed by numbers that attest to his success. Since emerging in 2016, the Puerto Rican star has only strengthened his hold on global music dominance. In under ten years, […]

Saint Etienne
News

Saint Etienne Team with Orbital’s Paul Hartnoll for New Single ‘Take Me To The Pilot’

August 5, 2025 XS Noize

Saint Etienne return with ‘Take Me To The Pilot’ – the second single from their thirteenth and final studio album International, released 5th August via Heavenly Recordings. Co-written and produced with Paul Hartnoll of Orbital, […]

PRESIDENT
News

PRESIDENT to Headline Belfast’s Limelight on 11th April 2026

August 5, 2025 XS Noize

Following selling out their UK and Irish Tour, PRESIDENT have added a Belfast show. PRESIDENT recently released their new single, “In The Name Of The Father.” The debut proclamation is a raw meditation on existential […]

Doves
News

DOVES Announce New Live Shows and ‘Best Of’ Compilation

August 5, 2025 XS Noize

Three decades of Doves music is celebrated this winter as the band announce further UK Tour dates and the release of a ‘Best Of…’ compilation, inclusive of unreleased music.  Bringing the band’s frequently euphoric and occasionally brooding hits and […]

Metallica
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Everything you need to know about Metallica’s 2026 tour

August 2, 2025 XS Noize

From anthems to soulful ballads, Metallica is gearing up to take you on a unique journey through their 40-year catalogue. With no-repeat setlists, colossal stages, and an array of hard-hitting support acts, “M72 World Tour” […]

Billy Nomates
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Billy Nomates shares new video for “Nothin Worth Winnin” from latest album Metalhorse

August 1, 2025 XS Noize

Billy Nomates, the project of the Bristol-based songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Tor Maries, today releases a new video for “Nothin Worth Winnin”, taken from her acclaimed latest album, Metalhorse. The video for “Nothin Worth Winnin”, […]

Miles Kane
News

Miles Kane releases new single ‘Electric Flower’ & announces September solo in-store run

July 31, 2025 XS Noize

Following the announcement of his new album Sunlight In The Shadows (out October 17th on Easy Eye Sound), Miles Kane has released the album’s second cut in ‘Electric Flower’, as well as a run of […]

The Sons of Guns
Video Premiere

PREMIERE: The Sons of Guns share video for new single ‘I Got It Right’

July 31, 2025 XS Noize

The Sons of Guns’ debut EP ‘You Shine The Sun’ took the euphoria of uplifting ‘70s country-rock and power-pop, and sent it tumbling with a smile into the present day. The campaign around the EP […]

The Weeknd
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Spotlight on The Weeknd’s Global Reign and Its Roots in Ontario

July 30, 2025 XS Noize

Toronto native Abel Tesfaye—globally known as The Weeknd—has officially become the most popular Canadian artist in the world. With an unmatched blend of atmospheric R&B, pop innovation, and sonic experimentation, The Weeknd’s ascent from anonymous […]

Cam – Behind the Songs of 'All Things Light' and Life After a Grammy | XS Noize Podcast #238
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Cam – “All Things Light”: Behind the Songs & Grammy Reflections | XS Noize Podcast #238

July 30, 2025 XS Noize

In Episode #238 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Cam to talk about her new album, All Things Light. From her multi-platinum hit “Burning House” to co-writing on Beyoncé’s […]

October Drift
News

October Drift Announce ‘The Farewell Tour’ for Winter 2025

July 29, 2025 XS Noize

October Drift have announced they will play their final shows this winter as they call time on an acclaimed career with three final headline dates which will draw the curtain in a celebration of their […]

REVIEW: Blusher EP – RACER
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REVIEW: Blusher – RACER EP

July 29, 2025 Amanda Stock

Whilst the UK and the USA primarily dominate the English language music scene, Australia has given us its share of highly successful artists over the last 30 years or so. Apart from Kylie, who dominates […]

Culture Wars
News

Culture Wars Return With Powerful 90s-Inspired Alt Ballad “Lies” Ahead of US Headline Tour

July 28, 2025 XS Noize

Austin native rock outfit Culture Wars have shared their emotional 90s-tinged alt ballad “Lies,” available to stream now on all DSPs worldwide. The track comes in the midst of a banner 2025, which has included […]

Ralph Rolle
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Legendary Chic Drummer Ralph Rolle Brings an Unmissable After Show Party to Belfast – August 31

July 28, 2025 XS Noize

Legendary drummer Ralph Rolle, who just wowed the crowd at Glastonbury with his performance of ‘Let’s Dance’, will host an After Show Party at McHughs on August 31st, following Chic’s performance at Custom House Square. […]

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