In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar chats with Saint Leonard—the visionary artist formerly known as Kieran Leonard—about the extraordinary journey that led to his third and most ambitious album, The Golden […]
Pink Elephant is the seventh studio album by Arcade Fire (Win Butler, Régine Chassagne, Jeremy Gara, Tim Kingsbury and Richard Reed Parry) and will be released on 9th May 2025 via Columbia Records. Pink Elephant’s […]
After over 40 years together, Aslan suffered the sad loss of their front man, Christy. Joe, Alan and Billy decided to continue their journey to keep their band, songs and music alive. At the end […]
There’s a certain electricity that fills a venue when a full band takes the stage, often overshadowing solo support acts who must wrestle with the acoustics of a large room using only a guitar or […]
The Farmer’s Bash is pleased to announce its official charity partner for the 2025 event is Rural Support, the Northern Ireland based charity is crucial in supporting farming families through various challenges by providing high quality programmes […]
On April 3rd, one of the UK’s most electrifying and uncompromising bands, Skunk Anansie, delivered a thunderous, high-octane performance at the iconic Rock City in Nottingham. The sold-out crowd packed every inch of the venue, […]
Beoga thrive on approaching Irish traditional music differently, whether that’s on production or by mixing genres. Beoga was formed in County Kerry in 2002 at the All-Ireland Fleadh and the line-up features Damian McKee on […]
Drowning Pool, a name etched in the score of modern rock history, roars back into the spotlight with thunderous energy and uncompromising power. The band’s unmistakable sound, synonymous with raw energy and unapologetic attitude, returns […]
The news that The Maccabees are reforming to headline London’s All Points East festival this summer inspired a wave of excitement amongst fans and media alike. Strong ticket sales and widespread news and editorial coverage […]
Billie Eilish is more than just a pop star; she is a cultural force, a generational icon, and a musical innovator who has redefined what it means to be a global superstar in the 21st […]
There’s a difference between being billed as a support act and a special guest. Kula Shaker, with their established reputation and singular style, made it clear they were the latter. From the moment the stage […]
The United Kingdom is set to play host some of the most anticipated tours of the decade. From genre-defining performances to stadium-filling rock concerts, these bands will cater to various musical tastes onstage this year. […]
Multi-Platinum-selling, arena filling and festival headlining giants Catfish and the Bottlemen are pleased to announce a headline show Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast on Sunday 15th June 2025. Catfish and the Bottlemen’s arena-filling sonic outlook has […]
On 10th April Kula Shaker’s irrepressible return continues apace as the original line-up announce the release of a brand new single ‘Charge of The Light Brigade’ on Strangefolk Records. Packed with allusions to spiritual vampires […]
UK Hip-Hop/Electronic dance pioneers Stereo MC’s will return in 2025 for a brand new run of UK and Ireland shows. Demand for Stereo MCs remains high. Appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon performing […]
On April 29th, one of Britain’s most electrifying live acts, The Darkness, lit up a sold-out OVO Wembley Arena with an impossible show to ignore. Kicking off the night in fine style were Ash, the […]
British four-piece Hard-Fi mark the 20th anniversary of their era-defining debut album, Stars Of CCTV, with a limited edition yellow gatefold 2-LP vinyl and 2-CD release—out 4th July. This collection celebrates the record that transformed four working-class […]
Austin-based band Culture Wars have shared their shout-from-the-rooftops single “Typical Ways,” available to stream now on all DSPs worldwide. Vocalist Alex Dugan wrote the song as an angry letter to himself – its explosive, belt-worthy […]
Leaning into their signature synth-laden sound, Magnetic Skies release their first new music of 2025 with the gargantuan single ‘A Place on Earth,’ out now. Classic yet delightfully futuristic all at once, the music of Magnetic […]
Iconic hip-hop legends Public Enemy announce a once-in-a-lifetime evening at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall on June 27th, 2025. This historic event for British fans will mark their first UK performance in almost a decade. […]