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          HAPPY MONDAYS Celebrate 40 Years with New Singles Compilation ‘The Factory Singles’ – Out December 5

          October 15, 2025

          London Records are to mark 40 years of the Happy Mondays with a series of special releases, beginning with the new compilation ‘The Factory Singles’, available November 28th on double CD, double LP & cassette. […]

          Courtney Barnett
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          Courtney Barnett Returns with New Single and Video “Stay in Your Lane”

          October 15, 2025

          Today, GRAMMY-nominated Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett makes an exciting return with her brand new single, “Stay In Your Lane.” The song kicks off her next musical chapter and is the first new material since the […]

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          Culture Wars Swing Back Hard with Anthemic New Single “Bittersweet”

          October 15, 2025

          Emotion-fueled rock collective Culture Wars return with their new single “Bittersweet,” an arena-ready, shout-from-the-rooftops anthem that showcases frontman Alex Dugan’s dynamic vocal range and the band’s ability to blend soaring hooks with raw angst. The […]

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          dust - Sky is Falling
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Dust – Sky Is Falling

          October 15, 2025

          Dust’s Sky Is Falling doesn’t so much make a statement as just show up and grab your attention. The Australian 5-piece follow up on their 2023 debut with an album that isn’t polished or overworked; […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash - Ad Astra
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash – Ad Astra

          October 3, 2025

          Perennial 90’s power-pop heroes Ash return this autumn with their ninth studio album, Ad Astra. Now well into their fourth decade together, Tim Wheeler, Mark Hamilton and Rick McMurray continue to show that their knack […]

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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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          Divine comedy
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          LIVE REVIEW: The Divine Comedy Illuminate the Barbican with ‘Rainy Sunday Afternoon’ and Timeless Wit

          October 13, 2025

          For some, thirteen is an unlucky number. But for The Divine Comedy, their thirteenth studio album Rainy Sunday Afternoon — recorded in Abbey Road’s Studio 3 — proves anything but cursed. As the band took […]

          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 […]

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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
          Gigs

          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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        • Fabrizio Cammarata
          Interviews

          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 […]

          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 […]

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        • Miles Kane | XS Noize Podcast #251
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          Miles Kane on new album ‘Sunlight in the Shadows’ & Working with Dan Auerbach | XS Noize Podcast #251

          October 15, 2025

          In this episode, #251 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Kane to discuss his electrifying new album Sunlight in the Shadows — a swaggering, soulful, and deeply personal record marking […]

          BEARS DEN X
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          Ciaran Lavery & Bear’s Den discuss their new collaborative EP “Promiser” | XS Noize Podcast #250

          October 11, 2025

          In this episode, #250 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Andrew Davie from Bear’s Den and Irish singer-songwriter Ciaran Lavery to discuss their beautiful new collaborative EP Promiser — a stripped-back […]

          Moon Panda
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          Inside Moon Panda’s Dreamy New Album “Dumb Luck” | XS Noize Podcast #249

          October 7, 2025

          In this episode, #249 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Maddy Myers and Gustav Moltke from the Californian-Danish dream-pop collective Moon Panda to discuss their stunning third album, Dumb Luck — […]

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VIDEO PREMIERE: Neil Cooper (Therapy?) takes on GodNo! with Hulk remix
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Neil Cooper (Therapy?) takes on GodNo! with Hulk remix

March 16, 2021 XS Noize

Giving an avant-garde reconstruction to GodNo!’s dissonant but melodic noise rock single ‘Hulk’ Neil Cooper (Therapy?) has taken on remix duties, reuniting him (virtually of course) with former Cable bandmate Pete Darrington. ‘Hulk’ was the […]

U2 announce 'U2: The Virtual Road' - a series of four concerts broadcast for the first time exclusively on the band’s YouTube channel 2
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U2 announce ‘U2: The Virtual Road’ – a series of four concerts broadcast for the first time exclusively on the band’s YouTube channel

March 15, 2021 XS Noize

YouTube, Island Records, Interscope, UMe, and UMC today announce U2: The Virtual Road, a series of four concerts broadcast for the first time exclusively on the band’s YouTube channel, for 48 hours only. U2: The […]

DAMIEN DEMPSEY announces 'All Back to Damos' - a traditional one-night-only St. Patrick's Day celebration
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DAMIEN DEMPSEY announces ‘All Back to Damos’ – a traditional one-night-only St. Patrick’s Day celebration

March 15, 2021 XS Noize

Damien Dempsey is an innately proud Dubliner. He is an ex-boxer turned professional singer-songwriter that is known for being the gentlest of giants. In March, Damien is revisiting an array of fan favourites for a […]

INTERVIEW with Alternative Rock Outfit The Nearly Deads 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW with Alternative Rock Outfit The Nearly Deads

March 15, 2021 Randall Radic

Nashville-based rockers The Nearly Deads released their latest single, “Punk Rock Kitty Cat,” not long ago. Ten years ago, in 2011, The Nearly Deads exploded on the scene with their “Never Look Back” music video, […]

FATBOY SLIM announces November 2021 'In The Round' UK arena tour
Gigs

FATBOY SLIM announces November 2021 ‘In The Round’ UK arena tour

March 15, 2021 XS Noize

Fatboy Slim has announced the return of his hugely immersive In The Round tour for across the UK in November 2021. Tickets go on general sale Friday 19th March at 9.30 am at www.gigsandtours.com and www.ticketmaster.co.uk.  The […]

TOM ODELL announces new album 'monsters' - Listen to  new single ‘monster v.1.’ 1
Gigs

TOM ODELL announces headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday 15th February 2022

March 15, 2021 XS Noize

Brit and Ivor Novello award-winning songwriter, plus platinum-selling, chart-topping artist Tom Odell is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday 15th February 2022. Tom released his new single ‘monster […]

RAG’N’BONE MAN announces Belfast and Dublin dates for October 2021 1
Gigs

RAG’N’BONE MAN announces Belfast and Dublin dates for October 2021

March 15, 2021 XS Noize

RAG’N’BONE MAN has announced dates at The Olympia Theatre, Dublin: 18th October 2021 and Waterfront Hall, Belfast: 19th October 2021. The tour announcement comes ahead of the release of the multi-platinum singer’s highly anticipated sophomore […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Bell Orchestre - House Music
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Bell Orchestre – House Music

March 15, 2021 Kieran Brennan

In Bell Orchestre’s first release in over a decade, they dabble with classical and electronic music in one improvisational session on their latest album, House Music. Sonically it’s an accomplished work; however, the instrumentation sometimes […]

ALBUM REVIEW: New Pagans - The Seed, The Vessel, The Roots and All
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: New Pagans – The Seed, The Vessel, The Roots and All

March 14, 2021 Lee Campbell

Belfast’s New Pagans bombastic debut delivers a rich, gothic tapestry of intelligent, indie-rock energy. It’s been just over twelve months since the release of the Glacial Erratic EP by New Pagans. That project was unleashed […]

The Orb founder ALEX PATERSON announces 3 new projects for 2021 1
New Music

The Orb founder ALEX PATERSON announces 3 new projects for 2021

March 13, 2021 XS Noize

The Orb founder Alex Paterson has revealed 3 new projects for 2021; the launch of Orbscure Recordings record label, the first release on the label from Sedibus (Alex in collaboration with Andy Falconer) and biography […]

AMY MACDONALD announces major headline show at London's Roundhouse rescheduled to October 26th
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AMY MACDONALD announces major headline show at London’s Roundhouse rescheduled to October 26th

March 12, 2021 XS Noize

With a Top 10 chart position, 10 million streams and wide-ranging critical acclaim, Amy Macdonald’s current album ‘The Human Demands’ has marked a hugely successful new chapter in her career. Just one thing has been […]

INTERVIEW: Peter Hooton (The Farm) on the 30th anniversary of Spartacus
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INTERVIEW: Peter Hooton (The Farm) on the 30th anniversary of Spartacus

March 12, 2021 XS Noize

Thirty years ago in March 1991 Liverpool band, The Farm released the classic indie album ‘Spartacus’. The album went to number one in the UK Albums Chart and had two hit singles ‘All Together Now’ […]

JUNODREAM share video for new single 'Travel Guide' - Watch Now!
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JUNODREAM share video for new single ‘Travel Guide’ – Watch Now!

March 12, 2021 XS Noize

Junodream’s recent single ‘Eden Burns’ set the standard for what looks set to be a huge year ahead. The track was premiered by Jack Saunders as Radio 1’s Next Wave, with the DJ drawing parallels […]

WILD YOUTH share new single 'Can’t Say No' - Listen Now!
New Music

WILD YOUTH share new single ‘Can’t Say No’ – Listen Now!

March 12, 2021 XS Noize

Soaring off the back of January’s sublime pop banger “Champagne Butterflies”, Irish indie-pop band Wild Youth unveil their latest bop “Can’t Say No” – which they announce today will be taken from their forthcoming new […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: The Fall - The Frenz Experiment
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: The Fall – The Frenz Experiment

March 12, 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. Recent re-issue of the tenth studio album […]

CHEAP TRICK release blistering new single 'Boys & Girls & Rock N Roll’ 1
New Music

CHEAP TRICK release blistering new single ‘Boys & Girls & Rock N Roll’

March 12, 2021 XS Noize

Cheap Trick are back with another blistering single, ‘Boys & Girls & Rock N Roll’, in anticipation of the release of their 20th studio album, IN ANOTHER WORLD, out via BMG on April 9th.  Produced […]

TOM ODELL announces new album 'monsters' - Listen to  new single ‘monster v.1.’ 1
New Music

TOM ODELL announces new album ‘monsters’ – Listen to new single ‘monster v.1.’

March 12, 2021 XS Noize

Brit and Ivor Novello award-winning songwriter, plus platinum-selling, chart-topping artist Tom Odell releases his new single ‘monster v.1.’ on Columbia Records on March 12th. After a dark period of mental health stalked most of his […]

Acclaimed Irish producer SORBET announces debut album - Listen to lead single 'I Heard His Scythe feat. Maija Sofia'
New Music

Acclaimed Irish producer SORBET announces debut album – Listen to lead single ‘I Heard His Scythe feat. Maija Sofia’

March 12, 2021 XS Noize

Irish producer Chris W Ryan (Just Mustard, NewDad and his own Robocobra Quartet) began releasing music under the moniker SORBET in 2020 with the express intention to cleanse the palate; both for the listener and […]

DES ROCS releases deeply personal new video for his latest single 'Pieces'- Watch Now!
New Music

DES ROCS releases deeply personal new video for his latest single ‘Pieces’- Watch Now!

March 12, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Des Rocs unveils the video for his latest single ‘Pieces’ from his five-track EP “This is Our Life,” which was released in December 2020 via 300 Entertainment. The music video for ‘Pieces’ visualises both […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Eleni C - Tug of War
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Eleni C – Tug of War

March 12, 2021 XS Noize

London-based rising Popstar ‘Eleni C’ is back and even more powerful than ever with her upcoming offering “Tug of War”. A track nurtured with independent optimism created by bold, fierceful and empowering vocals entwined with […]

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