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          Electro Icons Kraftwerk Return: First UK Tour in Nearly a Decade – Belfast Waterfront Hall, May 18 2026

          October 3, 2025

          After recently completing a hugely successful worldwide concert tour including a festival-stealing appearance at Coachella, Kraftwerk legend Ralf Hütter is pleased to announce a new UK and Ireland tour for 2026, their first UK tour […]

          Huartan
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          Huartan Bring Award-Winning ‘Tradtronica’ Sound to Mandela Hall, Belfast – October 24th

          October 2, 2025

          Winners of the NI Music Prize 2024 Live Act of the Year, Belfast-based ‘tradtronica’ group Huartan have been breathing new life into ancient words and melodies. Since 2023, they have been captivating audiences with their […]

          tom smith
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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 […]

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          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 […]

          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 […]

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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: 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
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          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, […]

  • 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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        • 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
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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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        • 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
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          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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The Oh Yeah Music Centre has announced details of this year's NI Music Prize event and line up 1
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The Oh Yeah Music Centre has announced details of this year’s NI Music Prize event and line up

October 19, 2021 XS Noize

The Oh Yeah Music Centre has announced details of this year’s NI Music Prize event and line up. After a year away from the stage due to Covid-19, the event will return to the Ulster […]

LIVE REVIEW: Nothing But Thieves - 16th October 2021 at Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Nothing But Thieves – 16th October 2021 at Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham

October 18, 2021 Alina Salihbekova

Nothing But Thieves is an indie-rock band formed in 2012 in Essex, UK. Currently, the band is one of the most successful indie acts and this year’s tour is proof of that. The show in […]

OASIS reveal previously unseen performance footage of ‘Live Forever’ live at Knebworth 1996
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OASIS unveil ‘Some Might Say’ Live at Knebworth

October 18, 2021 XS Noize

Oasis have today unveiled a live version of ‘Some Might Say’, recorded on the second night of their two legendary 1996 Knebworth performances. The track is from the forthcoming live album ‘Oasis Knebworth 1996’ presented […]

ELEANOR K shares new single ‘Cry In Givenchy’ - Listen Now
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ELEANOR K shares new single ‘Cry In Givenchy’ – Listen Now

October 18, 2021 XS Noize

Eleanor K’s recent singles ‘The Panic’s Over’ and ‘All In’ have presented a beguiling taste of what to expect from her debut album ‘Everytime’s The Last Time’, which will follow in 2022. The two songs […]

Newcomer GIA LILY shares her debut single 'Signs' - Listen Now
New Music

Newcomer GIA LILY shares her debut single ‘Signs’ – Listen Now

October 18, 2021 XS Noize

22-year-old newcomer Gia Lily has inspired a passionate and ever-growing fanbase by writing songs and collaborating with fans via TikTok. That personal touch, boosted by piano tutorials and a bright, engaging personality, resulted in a phenomenal reaction. She has […]

ZHEANI has shared the video for highly anticipated new single 'F**k the Hollywood Cult'
New Music

ZHEANI has shared the video for highly anticipated new single ‘F**k the Hollywood Cult’

October 18, 2021 XS Noize

Zheani has shared the visceral and highly anticipated new single ‘Fuck the Hollywood Cult.’ Produced and engineered again by King Yosef and Mik Shida with additional production and mixing from Catherine Marks ‘Fuck The Hollywood Cult’ was […]

UK rock group YONAKA announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 4th February 2022
Gigs

UK rock group YONAKA announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 4th February 2022

October 18, 2021 XS Noize

UK rock group Yonaka are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 04th February 2022. The Brighton four-piece released their new mixtape called ‘Seize The Power’ earlier this year. Sometimes […]

RICHARD ASHCROFT announces two more live acoustic evenings of his classic songs
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Richard Ashcroft at London Palladium

October 17, 2021 Michael Barron

Just three days before Richard Ashcroft’s 50th birthday XS Noize announced that he would release a new LP of his acoustic hits. With The Verve’s Urban Hymns just one year away from its 25th anniversary, […]

INTERVIEW: DMA’S guitarist Johnny Took on their recent surprise EP & UK and Ireland tour
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INTERVIEW: DMA’S guitarist Johnny Took on their recent surprise EP & UK and Ireland tour

October 16, 2021 XS Noize

In episode #55 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with DMA’S guitarist Johnny Took. Johnny discusses their UK and Ireland tour, songwriting and their recent surprise EP ‘I Love You Unconditionally, […]

JAMES MORRISON announces details of his first-ever ‘Greatest Hits’ album 2
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JAMES MORRISON announces details of his first-ever ‘Greatest Hits’ album

October 15, 2021 XS Noize

After announcing details of a ‘Greatest Hits’ tour which commences in March 2022, James Morrison is excited to announce details of his first-ever ‘Greatest Hits’ album, which will be released on 11th February 2022. He […]

PRIMAL SCREAM share new video for ‘Shine Like Stars’ Andrew Weatherall Remix
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PRIMAL SCREAM share new video for ‘Shine Like Stars’ Andrew Weatherall Remix

October 15, 2021 XS Noize

Primal Scream complete a retrospective campaign celebrating the 30th anniversary of their classic 1991 album ‘Screamadelica’ with today’s release of ‘Demodelica’ album. Featuring early demos and work in progress mixes of the majority of the […]

THE HORRORS announce ‘Against The Blade’ EP - Out November 5th 1
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THE HORRORS announce ‘Against The Blade’ EP – Out November 5th

October 15, 2021 XS Noize

Following the lauded release of their subversive 3 track ‘Lout’ EP earlier this year, The Horrors today announce another EP ‘Against The Blade’ alongside the release of its title track, out now via Wolf Tone/Fiction. […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Sinéad O’Connor - I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Sinéad O’Connor – I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got

October 15, 2021 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll be posting my most loved records and most recent purchases right here for your perusal every week. Sophomore album from the angel-voiced Dublin lass. […]

IST IST share engulfing new track 'Extreme Greed' - Watch Video
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IST IST share engulfing new track ‘Extreme Greed’ – Watch Video

October 15, 2021 XS Noize

A behemoth compared to their usually more industrial and post-punk sound, ‘Extreme Greed’ evidences a more expansive, stadium rock feel with overarching synths pulling you firmly into the track alongside elevating percussion. Speaking about the […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Edison Miller releases video for debut single 'White Silhouettes'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Edison Miller releases video for debut single ‘White Silhouettes’

October 15, 2021 XS Noize

South London singer-songwriter Edison Miller releases upbeat indie rock debut single White Silhouettes on 15th October. Produced by Grammy award winner Cameron Craig (Tom Grennan, Amy Winehouse, Adele). The track is a potent, heady mix […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Porcelain - Say It To Me Softly
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Porcelain – Say It To Me Softly

October 15, 2021 XS Noize

Following the release of their debut EP ‘Part One’ PORCELAIN returns with the aptly named Part Two. Featuring the dreamy, trip-hop drenched ‘Say It To Me Softly’, Alt-Pop meets Trip-Hop ‘’Resting Place’’ and two extended […]

Global superstar ADELE returns with the release of her brand new single and video 'Easy On Me' 1
New Music

Global superstar ADELE returns with the release of her brand new single and video ‘Easy On Me’

October 15, 2021 XS Noize

Global superstar Adele returns with the release of her brand new single and video “Easy On Me.” “Easy On Me” precedes the November 19th release of Adele’s newest album 30, on Columbia Records. Earlier this […]

TRAVIS announce 20th Anniversary reissue of 'The Invisible Band' & 2022 tour
Gigs

TRAVIS announce 20th Anniversary reissue of ‘The Invisible Band’ & 2022 tour

October 14, 2021 XS Noize

The multi-platinum album from Scottish rock band Travis, The Invisible Band, is set to be reissued to celebrate its 20th Anniversary. The deluxe edition features the original album remastered by GRAMMY® Award-winning engineer Emily Lazar, […]

'Do Me, Baby (Demo)' released In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Prince’s acclaimed 'Controversy' album 1
New Music

‘Do Me, Baby (Demo)’ released In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Prince’s acclaimed ‘Controversy’ album

October 14, 2021 XS Noize

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Prince’s acclaimed Controversy album, originally released on October 14, 1981, The Prince Estate and Warner Records are pleased to present yet another hidden gem from Prince’s storied Paisley […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Big Yen – Trips Me Out
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TRACK PREMIERE: Big Yen – Trips Me Out

October 14, 2021 Randall Radic

San Diego, California-based songwriter Big Yen, aka James Frolio, introduces his brand-new single, “Trips Me Out.” Explaining his distinctive name – Big Yen – James says, “Yen, in Chinese, means a lifelong yearning or desire. […]

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