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          Rising indie rock duo Dea Matrona release new single “Magic Spell” ahead of UK & Ireland tour this November

          October 30, 2025

          Following the critical acclaim of their debut album ‘For Your Sins’, Dea Matrona continue to defy expectations with their unique blend of classic rock swagger and modern alt-pop edge. And new single “Magic Spell” is a […]

          Oasis 
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          OASIS celebrate 30 years of ‘Wonderwall’ with new limited-edition 7-inch singles box set

          October 30, 2025

          Oasis today celebrate the 30th anniversary of Wonderwall. Three decades since its first release and with over 3 billion streams, Wonderwall’s significance, popularity and legacy continues to grow amidst the unprecedented glow of the Live ‘25 Tour. A […]

          Lily Allen
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          Lily Allen Announces First Tour in Seven Years — Performing New Album “West End Girl” in Full on UK Dates March 2026

          October 30, 2025

          The remarkable Lily Allen, whose new album ‘West End Girl’ has received rave reviews, has today (30th Oct) announced she will play her first dates for 7 years when she tours the UK in March […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Kool & The Gang – Greatest Hits
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Kool & The Gang – Greatest Hits

          October 27, 2025

          Few bands embody the joyous intersection of funk, soul, and pop quite like Kool & The Gang. With a career spanning six decades and 23 studio albums, their influence runs deep; from disco dancefloors and […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Lovely Eggs – Bin Juice
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Lovely Eggs – Bin Juice

          October 16, 2025

          “It’s a shit business”, proclaimed Les McQueen of Crème Brulee fame about the music industry. It is certainly a brutal business, as many have discovered. A fair chunk of the issue is the volume of […]

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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: Coheed and Cambria Illuminate Nottingham’s Rock City with Progressive Power Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Coheed and Cambria Illuminate Nottingham’s Rock City with Progressive Power

          October 27, 2025

          An exceptional night of musicianship and energy unfolded as Coheed and Cambria brought their spellbinding brand of progressive metal to Nottingham’s Rock City on October 22nd. From the very first notes, the band drenched the […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Graham Nash Brings Timeless Harmony and Heart to the London Palladium
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Graham Nash Brings Timeless Harmony and Heart to the London Palladium

          October 21, 2025

          Many artists proudly boast of having special guests on their tours, but few can introduce one with the grace and humility of Graham Nash. Best known for his pivotal roles in The Hollies and Crosby, […]

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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
          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
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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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          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 […]

          Fabrizio Cammarata
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          INTERVIEW: Fabrizio Cammarata on Solitude, Connection, and the Inner Worlds of His New Album “Insularities”

          October 10, 2025

          Sicilian singer-songwriter Fabrizio Cammarata has returned with Insularities — a quietly profound exploration of connection, isolation, transformation, and memory. The record invites listeners into a space between light and shadow, where grief and love share […]

          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 […]

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        • Moya Brennan on the Echo of ‘Macalla’ — 40 Years of Clannad’s Timeless Legacy | XS Noize Podcast #255
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          Moya Brennan on the Echo of ‘Macalla’ — 40 Years of Clannad’s Timeless Legacy | XS Noize Podcast #255

          October 28, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Moya Brennan — the unmistakable voice of Clannad, often hailed as the First Lady of Celtic Music. This year marks the 40th […]

          Glen Matlock
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          Glen Matlock on Reclaiming His Story in ‘I Was a Teenage Sex Pistol’ | XS Noize Podcast #254

          October 26, 2025

          In this episode, #254 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by a true architect of punk — Glen Matlock, the original bassist and founding spark of The Sex Pistols. Glen co-wrote ten […]

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          White Lies: Inside the Sonic Freedom and Creative Telepathy of “Night Light” | XS Noize Podcast #253

          October 21, 2025

          In this episode, #253 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Charles Cave and Jack Lawrence-Brown from White Lies to discuss their electrifying seventh album Night Light. This bold, live-driven reinvention captures […]

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Richard Hawley
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Richard Hawley Announces 20th Anniversary Editions of ‘Coles Corner’ and Special Concert Series to Celebrate the Album

March 4, 2025 XS Noize

Following the universal acclaim of his Top 5 2024 album, In This City They Call You Love, and the success of the award-winning musical featuring his songs, Standing At The Sky’s Edge, today Parlophone/Rhino announce […]

Kula Shaker
Gigs

Kula Shaker to Join Ocean Colour Scene as Special Guests on Their 2025 UK Tour

March 4, 2025 XS Noize

Following their sell-out UK Tour earlier this year, Kula Shaker announce they will be joining Ocean Colour Scene as very special guests on their 2025 UK tour. The tour, which kicks off on 27 March […]

IN FOCUS// Kim Deal Mesmerises The Barbican with a Triumphant Tour Kickoff Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Kim Deal Mesmerises The Barbican with a Stunning Tour Kickoff

March 3, 2025 Denise Esposito

On March 1st, 2025, Kim Deal took the stage at The Barbican in London to launch her highly anticipated solo tour supporting Nobody Loves You More. Backed by a stunning 25-piece ensemble, she delivered a […]

The Beta Band
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The Beta Band Announce UK & North American Tours for Autumn 2025

March 3, 2025 XS Noize

The Beta Band have today announced details of U.K. & North American tours in the autumn of this year. The shows will feature the classic line up of Steve Mason (guitar / vocals), Richard Greentree […]

Massive Attack
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Massive Attack Announce Huge Manchester Co-op Live Show

March 3, 2025 XS Noize

Massive Attack have announced a huge headline show at Manchester’s Co-op Live on Thursday 5th June 2025. Massive Attack, pioneers of the trip-hop genre, emerged from Bristol in the late 1980s and have since become […]

Shack
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Shack Reunite for 2025 UK Tour – A Celebration of Their Timeless Legacy

March 3, 2025 XS Noize

15 years after their last show, the legendary Liverpool band Shack today announced a highly anticipated 2025 UK reunion tour due to demand following the quick sell-out of their hometown Liverpool show. This special tour […]

Oasis
Features

9 things you need to know about Oasis ahead of 2025 reunion tour

March 2, 2025 XS Noize

Thirty years is a lifetime in music—trends fade, legends rise and fall, and generations come and go. In that span, a man could build a family, launch a business, witness economies crumble, and see history […]

IN FOCUS// Snow Patrol at SSE Arena, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Snow Patrol’s Triumphant Return to Belfast’s SSE Arena

February 28, 2025 Bernie McAllister

There’s nothing quite like a Snow Patrol homecoming gig, and last night at Belfast’s SSE Arena, the band proved exactly why they remain one of Northern Ireland’s most cherished musical exports. With an electric atmosphere […]

McClelland
News

Northern Ireland’s McClelland Teams Up with Nathan X & Andrea Love for a Huge House Anthem

February 27, 2025 XS Noize

Belfast’s own McClelland (the producer alias of Downtown Radio’s Neal McClelland) continues to make waves on the global dance scene, teaming up with Nathan X and powerhouse vocalist Andrea Love for a standout new release […]

Sea Fever
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Sea Fever announce the release of their second album ‘Surface Sound’ with new single ‘Breaking Out’

February 27, 2025 XS Noize

Constructing a sonic city of dance, euphoric electronic pop and cross-genre alt-rock enclaves, travelled five-piece, Sea Fever release one of their boldest singles to date to simultaneously announce the release of their second album, Surface […]

Van Morrison
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Van Morrison announces new album ‘Remembering Now’ & shares first single ‘Down to Joy’

February 27, 2025 XS Noize

Van Morrison will release his new album ‘Remembering Now’ on June 13th. It represents his first collection of original music since 2022 and also follows the acclaimed covers albums ‘Moving On Skiffle’ and ‘Accentuate The Positive’. The album’s launch is accompanied by the long-awaited […]

DOVES
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DOVES reveal their new single ‘A Drop In The Ocean’

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

DOVES meld philosophical lyrics and spacial, bass-propelled atmospherics on their latest track release, revealing “A Drop In The Ocean” ahead of the release of their sixth studio album this week. Floating through fathoms of deep […]

Bono: Stories of Surrender
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Apple Original Films Announces New Bono Documentary Event – “Bono: Stories of Surrender,” Premiering May 30

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

Today, Apple Original Films announced the groundbreaking new documentary event “Bono: Stories of Surrender,” a lyrical, bold visual exploration of Bono’s one-man show by the same name, to premiere globally on Friday, May 30, 2025 […]

How Does Music Influence Our Mood And Feelings?
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The Connection Between Music and Mood: Why Certain Songs Just Feel Right

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

Hands up – how many times have you chosen a song or playlist that reflects your mood? When you are in a positive mood, you might opt for upbeat tracks to match your uplifted spirit. […]

The Magic Mod
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Rock ‘N’ Roll’s Favourite Magician The Magic Mod Announces Thrilling May Tour

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

THE MAGIC MOD – aka Ben Taylor – is a card magician and entertainer of huge esteem who can proudly count himself as a member of the exclusive Magic Circle fraternity. Born in Crawley in […]

SkunkAnansie
News

Skunk Anansie release new single ‘Cheers’ & announce new studio album ‘The Painful Truth’

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

British rock icons SKUNK ANANSIE have today announced their hugely anticipated new studio album, The Painful Truth. The new album, their seventh studio collection and first in nine years, will be released on May 23rd via […]

Peter Doherty
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Peter Doherty Releases New Song ‘Calvados’ from His Extraordinary New Album ‘Felt Better Alive’

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

Today, Peter Doherty releases a new song, “Calvados” It is simultaneously a paean to the fine apple brandy produced in Normandy, where Peter lives, and a hymn to craftsmanship and patience; it makes yet another […]

deacon blue
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Deacon Blue Unveil New Single ‘Turn Up Your Radio!’ from Upcoming Album ‘The Great Western Road’

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

Deacon Blue released the new single ‘Turn Up Your Radio!’ today, 26 February 2025. The track premiered on the BBC Radio 2 breakfast show with Scott Mills yesterday and is taken from the forthcoming studio […]

Razorlight
Podcast

Andy Burrows on Razorlight’s Planet Nowhere & Fall to Pieces Documentary | XS Noize Podcast #215

February 26, 2025 XS Noize

In this episode of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with Andy Burrows from Razorlight about their highly anticipated new album, Planet Nowhere, and the revealing documentary Fall to Pieces. Razorlight helped define […]

SWANS
News

SWANS announce details of their seventeenth studio album ‘Birthing’

February 25, 2025 XS Noize

SWANS have announced details of their seventeenth studio album, Birthing, due for release on Mute / Young God Records (N America) on 30 May 2025. Birthing will be released digitally on triple vinyl (in a […]

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