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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 […]

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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
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          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
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          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
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          ‘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
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          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
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          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
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          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 […]

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          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: 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
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          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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SPECTOR announce new album 'Now Or Whenever' - Hear first single  'Catch You On The Way Back In' 1
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SPECTOR announce new album ‘Now Or Whenever’ – Hear first single ‘Catch You On The Way Back In’

June 1, 2021 XS Noize

Spector have announced their first studio album in six years – Now or Whenever, set for release October 1st via Moth Noise. Now Or Whenever is the long-awaited third full-length release from the cult band. […]

US Rock band BLACKBERRY SMOKE announce a headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Wednesday 2nd March 2022
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US Rock band BLACKBERRY SMOKE announce a headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Wednesday 2nd March 2022

June 1, 2021 XS Noize

US Rock band Blackberry Smoke are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Wednesday 02nd March 2022. On their latest album, You Hear Georgia, the follow-up to 2018’s critically acclaimed […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Dohnavùr – The Flow Across Borders
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Dohnavùr – The Flow Across Borders

June 1, 2021 David McElroy

The Flow Across Borders is the second album and debut release on the superb Castles In Space label from Scotland’s Dohnavùr, a duo comprised of Ali O’May and Frazer Brown. The pair met in 2018 […]

TRACK PREMIERE: “Wasn’t Love” is the latest single from Los Angeles based singer-songwriter, Specific Coast
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TRACK PREMIERE: “Wasn’t Love” is the latest single from Los Angeles based singer-songwriter, Specific Coast

May 31, 2021 XS Noize

“Wasn’t Love” is the latest single from Los Angeles based singer-songwriter Specific Coast. His debut single “Home” found success after a prominent feature in the hit Netflix series Ginny & Georgia. With over 5k playlist […]

BOY IN SPACE shares new home made video for ‘Sucker Punch’ - Watch Now!
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BOY IN SPACE shares new home made video for ‘Sucker Punch’ – Watch Now!

May 28, 2021 XS Noize

Boy In Space released his debut EP ‘FRONTYARD’ last month, and it has already exceeded the landmark of 4.7 million streams, with another 900,000 views of its accompanying music videos, over 500,000 of which were […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Goldie - Timeless
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Goldie – Timeless

May 28, 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. Recently reissued 25th Anniversary Edition of the […]

BEN NICKY + GUESTS announce a return to Belfast to headline Belsonic on Saturday September 4th 2021 1
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BEN NICKY + GUESTS announce a return to Belfast to headline Belsonic on Saturday September 4th 2021

May 28, 2021 XS Noize

Following his SOLD OUT Belsonic show in 2019, International DJ / Producer sensation Ben Nicky is pleased to announce a return to Belfast to headline Belsonic on Saturday, September 04th 2021. Ben Nicky has become […]

ANNE-MARIE brings her ‘Dysfunctional Tour’ to Dublin’s 3Arena on May 3rd 2022
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ANNE-MARIE brings her ‘Dysfunctional Tour’ to Dublin’s 3Arena on May 3rd 2022

May 28, 2021 XS Noize

Fresh from unveiling details about her second studio album titled ‘Therapy’, Anne-Marie is delighted to announce her upcoming UK & Ireland ‘Dysfunctional Tour’ that’ll take place in May 2022. Running over five dates, Anne-Marie will […]

Irish DJ WELSHY shares new single 'All For You' - Listen Now!
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Irish DJ WELSHY shares new single ‘All For You’ – Listen Now!

May 28, 2021 XS Noize

Looking for the next superstar DJ? If so, Welshy is definitely a contender. The young Irishman’s debut single ‘Haiti’ made a compelling case for his rising status, achieving over 8 million streams; commandeering the airwaves […]

KASABIAN return with 15 must-see intimate shows kicking off October 13th at the 02 Academy 1
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KASABIAN return with 15 must-see intimate shows kicking off October 13th at the 02 Academy

May 28, 2021 XS Noize

Kasabian makes a most welcome return to touring with 15 must-see intimate shows kicking off October 13th at the 02 Academy, Glasgow, including a hometown show at Leicester’s De Montfort Hall October 27th and climaxing […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Turin-based alt-rock duo PEAKS! return with the anthemic & powerful alt-rock anthem ‘Fired Up’
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TRACK PREMIERE: Turin-based alt-rock duo PEAKS! return with the anthemic & powerful alt-rock anthem ‘Fired Up’

May 28, 2021 XS Noize

Turin-based alt-rock duo PEAKS! return this spring with the anthemic & powerful alt-rock anthem ‘Fired Up’, an emphatic piece of melodic rock that explores the fragility of the human state. “Fired Up is about our […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Melbourne-based dark electronica producer and vocalist CIVIQUE shares new track 'Hold'
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TRACK PREMIERE: Melbourne-based dark electronica producer and vocalist CIVIQUE shares new track ‘Hold’

May 28, 2021 Randall Radic

Melbourne-based dark electronica producer and vocalist CIVIQUE, aka Brendan Ward, introduces his brand-new track, “Hold,” an appetizer from his forthcoming EP, Dive, slated for release June 25. CIVIQUE shares, “I’m so excited to release this […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Oscar Mic - TV Life
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Oscar Mic – TV Life

May 28, 2021 XS Noize

Oscar Mic is Seamus Hayes. One man, one mic, one guitar, a bag full of percussion and a mouth like an 808! Oscar’s last 3 singles have been produced by The Strokes producer Gordon Raphael. […]

PODCAST #41: The Killers' DAVE KEUNING on his new solo album 'A Mild Case of Everything'
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PODCAST #41: The Killers’ DAVE KEUNING on his new solo album ‘A Mild Case of Everything’

May 27, 2021 XS Noize

In episode #41 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with The Killers’ founding member and guitarist Dave Keuning to talk about his second solo album, A Mild Case of Everything, the […]

HOLLY HUMBERSTONE announces a headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Music Centre on Sunday 31st October 2021
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HOLLY HUMBERSTONE announces a headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Music Centre on Sunday 31st October 2021

May 27, 2021 XS Noize

UK breakthrough artist Holly Humberstone is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Music Centre on Sunday 31st October 2021. Off the back of Annie Mac’s Hottest Record and Nick Grimshaw’s Tune […]

Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter and producer FROGI shares her new single ‘Phantom Limb’
New Music

Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter and producer FROGI shares her new single ‘Phantom Limb’

May 27, 2021 XS Noize

The Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter and producer frogi has been on the cusp of gaining wider attention since releasing ‘moonlight’ eighteen months ago. She has since ascended Hype Machine, hitting the Top 5 Trending Songs […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Penfriend - Exotic Monsters
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ALBUM REVIEW: Penfriend – Exotic Monsters

May 27, 2021 Ben P Scott

Proudly released independently and with a good chance of breaking into the UK Top 40 comes the hugely enjoyable debut album from Penfriend. The latest alias of Bristol-based multi-instrumentalist Laura Kidd is something of a […]

INTERVIEW with San Diego, California-based band - JUS GOODIE 2
Interviews

INTERVIEW with San Diego, California-based band – JUS GOODIE

May 27, 2021 Randall Radic

San Diego, California-based band Jus Goodie just released a brand-new single, “Thing to Do,” as an appetizer for their forthcoming album, slated for release in September. According to the band, “‘Thing to Do’ tells a […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Cathal Murphy releases new single 'Blue In The Best Way' - Listen Now!
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TRACK PREMIERE: Cathal Murphy releases new single ‘Blue In The Best Way’ – Listen Now!

May 27, 2021 XS Noize

Northern Irish singer-songwriter Cathal Murphy releases ‘Blue In The Best Way’ on May 28th 2021, co-produced by the artist and Ben Wanders. ‘Blue In The Best Way’, follows the previous single ‘Frame’ and is the […]

TRACK PREMIERE: CLUB MANGO today shares his debut track ‘One You Need’ (feat. Vadi) - Listen Now!
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TRACK PREMIERE: CLUB MANGO today shares his debut track ‘One You Need’ (feat. Vadi) – Listen Now!

May 27, 2021 XS Noize

The Spanish musician and producer Club Mango today shares his debut track ‘One You Need’. It’s an international affair that features the Dominican / Venezuelan rapper Vadi alongside British / Nigerian singer-songwriter JAEL.  Opening with […]

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