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          Snow Patrol announce huge outdoor show at St. Anne’s Park on 31st May 2026 with special guest Orla Gartland

          October 7, 2025

          Iconic Northern Irish indie-rock band Snow Patrol have announced their live return with a huge outdoor show at St. Anne’s Park, Dublin on 31st May 2026. Joining Snow Patrol as very special guest is Orla Gartland. After playing to a […]

          Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
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          Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds Announce 2026 European Tour — Kicking Off June 10 at Malahide Castle, Ireland

          October 7, 2025

          Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds return to Europe in summer 2026 for a monumental run of outdoor headline shows and festival appearances, beginning on 10 June at Malahide Castle, Ireland, and touring through Germany, Denmark, Czech Republic, […]

          Snow Patrol
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          Snow Patrol announce massive 2026 Crystal Palace Park show with Rag’n’Bone Man and Nieve Ella

          October 7, 2025

          Northern Irish alt-rock juggernauts Snow Patrol have today announced a huge, open-air show taking place at London’s Crystal Palace Park on Friday 3 July 2026. They’ll be joined on the day by evocative singer Rag […]

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          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 […]

          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 […]

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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
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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
          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, […]

  • 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
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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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        • 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 — […]

          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, […]

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Rag'n'Bone Man releases the live and acoustic rendition of his latest single 'All You Ever Wanted' 1
New Music

Rag’n’Bone Man releases the live and acoustic rendition of his latest single ‘All You Ever Wanted’

February 13, 2021 XS Noize

Following on from the announcement of his long-awaited second album ‘Life By Misadventure’, his first full-length since the ground-breaking and award-winning 2017 debut ‘Human’, Rag’n’Bone Man has now unveiled a live and acoustic video for […]

Rising Irish singer-songwriter ABY COULIBALY shares new track 'Long Nights'
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Rising Irish singer-songwriter ABY COULIBALY shares new track ‘Long Nights’

February 13, 2021 XS Noize

Aby Coulibaly followed her visionary debut ‘Taurus’ with her second track ‘Maybe’, and in the process boosted her buzz-worthy reputation with praise from Complex, Gal-dem and Wonderland. Her playlist support continues to gain traction, with […]

DARDUST & BENNY BENASSI join forces to drop new track 'Within Me'
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DARDUST & BENNY BENASSI join forces to drop new track ‘Within Me’

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

“Within Me” unites two very different Italian artists whose combined talents have created something even greater than the sum of their parts. Dardust collides the worlds of minimalist piano composition and ambient electronica, a mix […]

FAANGS releases video for new single 'Relapse' - Watch Now!
New Music

FAANGS releases video for new single ‘Relapse’ – Watch Now!

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

Today sees FAANGS release the video for “RELAPSE,” the latest single taken from her forthcoming debut project TEETH OUT (TEETH OUT/Sony Music Germany/Columbia Records). The track and accompanying visual takes listeners further into the savage […]

JAMES ATKIN (EMF) releases his fifth full-length solo album - SONGS OF RESISTANCE
New Music

JAMES ATKIN (EMF) releases his fifth full-length solo album – SONGS OF RESISTANCE

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

James Atkin is pleased to announce his fifth full-length solo release, SONGS OF RESISTANCE. Created during the 2020 pandemic lockdown, this album mirrors and reflects the current climate, the big questions and recent issues facing […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Liam Frost & The Slowdown Family - Show Me How The Spectres Dance
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Liam Frost & The Slowdown Family – Show Me How The Spectres Dance

February 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. Reissue of the underrated classic debut album […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Pale Waves – Who Am I? 2
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Pale Waves – Who Am I?

February 12, 2021 Randall Radic

The name Pale Waves evokes visions of creamy, sparkly dream-pop or shoegaze before assuming the creation of artifice. Yet Pale Waves definitely slot neatly into the indie-pop category, especially with the release of their latest […]

ALBUM REVIEW: A. Smyth - Last Animals
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: A. Smyth – Last Animals

February 12, 2021 Daniel Lynch

There’s a familiarity in A. Smyth’s debut album Last Animals that would have you thinking you’re listening to an artist who has been around you your whole life. Its ten tracks are delivered with confidence and sure […]

Newly launched Irish band EMBARCADERO release debut single 'Chasing You Around' - Listen Now!
New Music

Newly launched Irish band EMBARCADERO release debut single ‘Chasing You Around’ – Listen Now!

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

Chasing You Around is the debut single from newly launched Irish band Embarcadero. The band was started in late 2019 with hopes of writing, recording and gigging in 2020 but Covid-19 ended those plans. Instead, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Patriarchy - 'Grind Your Bones' Rhys Fulber (Front Line Assembly) Remix
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Patriarchy – ‘Grind Your Bones’ Rhys Fulber (Front Line Assembly) Remix

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Patriarchy shares the music video for “Grind Your Bones” remix by Rhys Fulber of Front Line Assembly. Vinyl pre-orders for Reverse Circumcision are available now. Patriarchy’s Reverse Circumcision REMIX LP is out on Dero Arcade. Featured remixers on the project […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: London’s DROOL unveil video for new single ‘Lizard’
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VIDEO PREMIERE: London’s DROOL unveil video for new single ‘Lizard’

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

London’s Drool return with new single ‘Lizard’, released on February 12th, 2021. Produced by the band and mixed by Tom Dalgety (Pixies, Royal Blood), the single is a dark ballad inspired by Lee Hazlewood’s ‘Summer […]

THE FALL Announce 'Live at St. Helens Technical College, ’81' Vinyl LP - Listen to 'Rowche Rumble' 1
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THE FALL Announce ‘Live at St. Helens Technical College, ’81’ Vinyl LP – Listen to ‘Rowche Rumble’

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

The Fall Announce Live Vinyl-Exclusive LP – ‘Live at St. Helens Technical College, ’81’. It’s out on Castle Face Records exclusively on vinyl (12” and a 7” in a gatefold jacket, including a digital download) […]

PRINCESS GOES TO THE BUTTERFLY MUSEUM Feat: Michael C. Hall shares new single 'Airhead' - Listen Now! 1
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PRINCESS GOES TO THE BUTTERFLY MUSEUM Feat: Michael C. Hall shares new single ‘Airhead’ – Listen Now!

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum have released AIRHEAD from their forthcoming debut album, THANKS FOR COMING which will be released physically on May 7th. Hot on the heels of the brooding and atmospheric ‘Armageddon […]

Irish electro-pop artist Fí releases her new single 'Over You' - Listen Now!
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Irish electro-pop artist Fí releases her new single ‘Over You’ – Listen Now!

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

Dublin-based electro-pop artist Fí has released her new single today, “Over You”, produced by Matt Weir (Ryan Mack, Robert Grace), tackling the difficulty of letting go while getting out of a toxic relationship and knowing […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: MIHI NIHIL - Falling Star
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: MIHI NIHIL – Falling Star

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

Fresh band MIHI NIHIL (mee-kee nee-keel) promises a wild ride – at least as wild as it gets from a former singer of the NYC Opera backed by three self-taught rockers. Likened to The Savages, […]

JULES MAXWELL releases new album ‘Nocturnes’ – available on 5th March 2021
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JULES MAXWELL releases new album ‘Nocturnes’ – available on 5th March 2021

February 11, 2021 XS Noize

Jules Maxwell is a composer and multi-instrumentalist working extensively across a number of genres who now presents his stunning new instrumental album ‘Nocturnes’. Having toured for many years as a keyboard player in legendary Australian […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Sketches on Duality - Blessed
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TRACK PREMIERE: Sketches on Duality – Blessed

February 11, 2021 XS Noize

Well, 2020 was hard, but there are good things we can hold on to! Like the new single from Vienna-based Live-Hip-Hop/Acid-Jazz band Sketches on Duality. Coming from different corners of the world, they met at […]

Eternal Return's COLIN EDWIN Picks His Top 10 Lockdown Albums 1
Top Tens

Eternal Return’s COLIN EDWIN Picks His Top 10 Lockdown Albums

February 11, 2021 Dan Volohov

Recently, NEWdOG Records announced the release of “Once Only” – the most recent record by prog-rock supergroup – Eternal Return. Following XS Noize’s request, the bass-player of Eternal Return, member of Porcupine Tree, Twinscapes, Metallic […]

Derry Trio CHERYM Sign To Alcopop! Records - Hear New Single ‘Kisses On My Cards’
New Music

Derry Trio CHERYM Sign To Alcopop! Records – Hear New Single ‘Kisses On My Cards’

February 11, 2021 XS Noize

Alcopop! Records announce that they have signed hotly-tipped, effervescent Northern Irish pop-punk trio Cherym, and are proud to present their new single ‘Kisses On My Cards’ which is released on 11th February 2021 on all […]

TRACK PREMIERE: CRIMSON PEAK release rootsy new pop-rock track ‘Lies'
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TRACK PREMIERE: CRIMSON PEAK release rootsy new pop-rock track ‘Lies’

February 11, 2021 XS Noize

Helsinki pop-rock band Crimson Peak are back today with their hooky new single Lies, released on Saint In The City Records. The driving new song showcases their slick and poppy melodies alongside rootsy, bluesy guitars […]

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