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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
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          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 […]

          shack
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          Legendary Liverpool Band SHACK Announce December UK Shows After Spring Sell-Outs

          September 29, 2025

          The rush of excitement and love for the unexpected 2025 return of Liverpool’s venerated songsmiths, Shack, extends to the end of the year with six new intimate dates lined up for December. Opening at the Bristol […]

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          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Hause – …and the Mermaid
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Hause – …And The Mermaid

          September 26, 2025

          Dave Hause, a veteran of the Philadelphia punk scene, first made his mark fronting The Loved Ones before launching his solo career in 2011. Over the years, his work has spanned everything from hardcore to […]

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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 […]

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          ‘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
          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
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          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
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          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
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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
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          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
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          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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MAYA YENN releases self-directed and unsettling music video for 'tiptoe' - Watch Now! 2
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MAYA YENN releases self-directed and unsettling music video for ‘tiptoe’ – Watch Now!

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

After dropping her self-produced debut single, Maya Yenn has followed up with a self-directed and appropriately unsettling music video for tiptoe. Yenn’s debut single, which was first created as a “spooky beat” went semi-viral on […]

S Club 7 star JO O'MEARA announces new solo album ‘With love’ - Hear first single ‘On The Surface’ 1
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S Club 7 star JO O’MEARA announces new solo album ‘With love’ – Hear first single ‘On The Surface’

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

Jo O’Meara enjoyed phenomenal success with S Club 7 as the group landed four UK #1 hits, won two BRIT Awards and repeatedly packed arenas all over the UK. Now one of British pop’s most […]

JC STEWART shares video for new single 'Loud' - Watch Now!
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JC STEWART shares video for new single ‘Loud’ – Watch Now!

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

JC Stewart started 2021 in style when he was named as MTV’s first global Push artist of the year. The single ‘Break My Heart’ continue to fire his momentum skywards. Co-written with Niall Horan and […]

THE LATHUMS share their latest single - 'How Beautiful Life Can Be'
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THE LATHUMS share their latest single – ‘How Beautiful Life Can Be’

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

Life’s simple pleasures and long, summer days of youth radiate their warmth over The Lathums’ latest single, How Beautiful Life Can Be, released on Island Records. Blowing in on an optimistic breeze, the track finds […]

THE WANDERING HEARTS share new single 'On Our Way' - Listen Now!
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THE WANDERING HEARTS share new single ‘On Our Way’ – Listen Now!

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

The Wandering Hearts’ recent singles such as ‘Dreams’, ‘Dolores’ and ‘Gold’ have seen the trio share an inspiring ray of optimism at the most challenging of times. It’s a trait that shines brightly throughout their […]

SHAUN RYDER releases 'Mumbo Jumbo' from his new solo album ‘Visits From Future Technology’
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SHAUN RYDER releases ‘Mumbo Jumbo’ from his new solo album ‘Visits From Future Technology’

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

Shaun Ryder has announced a new solo album ‘Visits From Future Technology’ for August 20th release on his new SWRX Recordings label. The albums first single ‘Mumbo Jumbo’ is out today. Who would have that […]

JOSHUA BURNSIDE and LAURA QUIRKE release second single 'Far Away The Hills Are Green'
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JOSHUA BURNSIDE and LAURA QUIRKE release second single ‘Far Away The Hills Are Green’

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

Moving on from the rain-swept tension of ‘Taking The Wheel’ comes the latest single from Joshua Burnside and Laura Quirke. With their roadside drama abandoned, Quirke and Burnside move into the drowsy miasma of the […]

INTERVIEW: Tomahawk discuss their new album - 'Tonic Immobility' 1
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INTERVIEW: Tomahawk discuss their new album – ‘Tonic Immobility’

June 25, 2021 Dan Volohov

At the end of March, Tomahawk released their fifth full-length album on Ipecac Records. Combining various elements of their sound palette, the band presented one of their best works  – “Tonic Immobility”. Dan Volohov sits […]

INTERVIEW: Conchúr White on his stunning new EP 'Dreamers'
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INTERVIEW: Conchúr White on his stunning new EP ‘Dreamers’

June 24, 2021 XS Noize

In episode #45 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Northern Irish artist Conchúr White to talk about his stunning new EP ‘Dreamers’. Hailing from County Armagh in Northern Ireland, Conchúr […]

LITANY shares new single 'Sleepover' from new EP 'Adult Movies'
New Music

LITANY shares new single ‘Sleepover’ from new EP ‘Adult Movies’

June 24, 2021 XS Noize

Litany’s recent tracks ‘Playlist’, ‘Uh-huh’ and ‘Starsign’ have taken her on a series of life-affirming adventures, highlights of which have included creative collabs with Oscar Scheller and Joe Lycett, a huge growth in her following (800,000 monthly listeners at Spotify), and airplay at 6 Music and BBC Introducing. She […]

AQUILO shares video for ‘Out In LA’ - Watch Now!
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AQUILO shares video for ‘Out In LA’ – Watch Now!

June 24, 2021 XS Noize

Aquilo have cultivated a global following which has taken them in excess of 250 million streams, but their current single ‘Out In LA’ is their best moment to date – an expansive hybrid of dreamy, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Glossy Clouds - Beauty Medicine
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Glossy Clouds – Beauty Medicine

June 24, 2021 XS Noize

On June 25th, Lyon based indie-rock collective Glossy Clouds, release new single ‘Beauty Medicine’ via UK independent label, KWS Blank Canvas Music. ‘Beauty Medicine’ follows debut single ‘Plastic Mustache’ and is the second single to […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Ryan The Son - Found
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TRACK PREMIERE: Ryan The Son – Found

June 24, 2021 XS Noize

Texas-based singer-songwriter Ryan The Son bursts back onto the scene with his powerful debut album ‘Timeless Present’, June 25th. Pulling influence from the likes of Jon Bellion, Han Zimmer, Phil Collins and Kid Cudi, his […]

TRAMPOLENE release video for new single 'Shoot The Lights' - Watch Now!
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TRAMPOLENE release video for new single ‘Shoot The Lights’ – Watch Now!

June 24, 2021 XS Noize

Three imaginative boyos, TRAMPOLENE, release a new single ‘Shoot The Lights,’ today, Thursday 24th June. ‘Shoot The Lights’ was produced by Mike Moore (Baxter Dury/Liam Gallagher). Jack Jones on ‘Shoot The Lights’ “ for me […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Keuning – A Mild Case of Everything 2
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ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Keuning – A Mild Case of Everything

June 24, 2021 Randall Radic

Almost two decades ago, Dave Keuning left Iowa and moved to Las Vegas, where he placed an ad in the Las Vegas Weekly, which stated he wanted to form a band and cited Oasis as […]

LIVE REVIEW: Tom Odell - Jazz Café, Camden, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Tom Odell – Jazz Café, Camden, London

June 24, 2021 Michael Barron

Whilst Lily Allen’s short-lived “In the Name Of” record label, which Sony Music backed, was noted for an absence of quantity of successful artists; this label nonetheless left an impressive legacy of quality artists in […]

WILLIE JONES shares video for new single 'Down by the Riverside' - Watch Now!
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WILLIE JONES shares video for new single ‘Down by the Riverside’ – Watch Now!

June 24, 2021 XS Noize

Willie Jones proves he is pure Louisiana-bred country with his new “Down by the Riverside” video, out now. Directed by Jay Curtis Miller in New Orleans, Louisiana, Jones gives fans a glimpse of his southern culture […]

RYAN MCMULLAN announces two headline shows at the iconic Ulster Hall on Friday 16th & 17th July 2021 1
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RYAN MCMULLAN announces two headline shows at the iconic Ulster Hall on Friday 16th & 17th July 2021

June 23, 2021 XS Noize

Homegrown hero Ryan McMullan has announced two headline shows at the iconic Ulster Hall on Friday 16th & 17th July 2021. As one of Northern Ireland’s biggest and brightest talents, the Ulster Hall was delighted […]

VAN MORRISON releases double A side single - ‘Up County Down’ and ‘Where Have All The Rebels Gone?’
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VAN MORRISON releases double A side single – ‘Up County Down’ and ‘Where Have All The Rebels Gone?’

June 23, 2021 XS Noize

Van Morrison’s new double-album ‘Latest Record Project: Volume 1’ went straight into the charts at #5, making it the 16th Top 10 solo album of his extraordinary career. It was released to widespread critical acclaim, […]

DAMON ALBARN announces his new solo album - 'The Nearer The Fountain, More Pure The Stream Flows' 1
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DAMON ALBARN announces his new solo album – ‘The Nearer The Fountain, More Pure The Stream Flows’

June 22, 2021 XS Noize

The Nearer The Fountain, More Pure The Stream Flows, the new studio album from Damon Albarn, will be released by new label home Transgressive Records on 12th November 2021. The Nearer The Fountain, More Pure […]

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