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        • Happy Mondays
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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 […]

          culture wars
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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 […]

        • Book Reviews

          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
          Album Reviews

          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
          Live Reviews

          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 […]

        • Round Up

          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
          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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The Veils
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The Veils share new single ‘Mortal Wound’ from their new album ‘Asphodels’

January 13, 2025 XS Noize

The Veils are set to release their new album, ‘Asphodels’, on January 24th via V2 Records. The album is preceded by the new single, “Mortal Wound”. Ahead of the release of their seventh studio album, […]

Sabrina Carpenter
Gigs

Sabrina Carpenter Tour: Banned item list for Birmingham show

January 13, 2025 XS Noize

Multi-award-winning singer Sabrina Carpenter has quickly made her mark in the pop music industry. Hailing from Pennsylvania, she soared to fame following her early days as a Disney star. From opening for icons like Ariana […]

Ed Sheeran makes surprise visit to Northern Ireland in support of Belfast music charities Credit: Bradley Quinn
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Ed Sheeran makes surprise visit to Northern Ireland in support of Belfast music charities

January 11, 2025 XS Noize

World-renowned musician and singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran made a surprise visit to Northern Ireland this week as part of the UK-wide launch of his new charity, The Ed Sheeran Foundation. The Foundation, which aims to raise […]

Billie Eilish
Features

12 interesting facts about Billie Eilish

January 11, 2025 XS Noize

Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O’Connell, known professionally as Billie Eilish, is an American singer and songwriter renowned for her ethereal vocals and distinctive style, often marked by colourful mismatched socks. Born on December 18, 2001, […]

Gary Kemp
News

Gary Kemp releases ‘I Know Where I’m Going’ – the third single from his forthcoming album ‘This Destination’

January 10, 2025 XS Noize

Great British Songwriter Gary Kemp is set to return with his third solo album, “This Destination”, out on 31st January 2025 through East West Records. The track is paired with a stunning AI-generated music video […]

Killerstar
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KillerStar announce new album ‘Live At The 100 Club’ to be released on March 7th

January 10, 2025 XS Noize

In March 2024, KillerStar celebrated the release of their critically acclaimed self-titled album by playing their debut show at a sold-out 100 Club. As the band prepare to make a triumphant return to the venue […]

Joshua Burnside
News

Joshua Burnside announces his new album ‘Teeth of Time’ out February 28th

January 9, 2025 XS Noize

Belfast-based folk singer-songwriter Joshua Burnside announces his newest album, “Teeth of Time”, out February 28th via Nettwerk. Described as ambitious, foreboding and provocative, Burnside’s lush Irish folk blended with tense electronica is representative of the […]

Steven Wilson
News

Steven Wilson announces details of his eighth studio album ‘The Overview’

January 9, 2025 XS Noize

Steven Wilson, the world-renowned producer, remixer, originator and songwriter, has announced details of his eighth studio album, The Overview, which is due for release on Fiction Records on 14th March 2025. The forty-two-minute album is […]

Andy Bell
News

Andy Bell announces new solo album ‘pinball wanderer’ released February 28

January 9, 2025 XS Noize

Ride guitarist and songwriter Andy Bell releases his third solo album pinball wanderer via Sonic Cathedral on February 28. The first single is a cover of The Passions’ post-punk classic ‘I’m In Love With A […]

Doves
News

DOVES Unveil ‘Cold Dreaming’ a Mesmerizing Second Single from ‘Constellations for the Lonely’

January 8, 2025 XS Noize

DOVES head into an optimistic New Year of SOLD-OUT UK Tour dates and the countdown to their expansive, sixth studio album with the release of the dramatic, synth-and-strings, psychedelic soul single, “Cold Dreaming.” Clearing another […]

The Lumineers
News

The Lumineers return with new album ‘Automatic’ & share new single ‘Same Old Song’

January 8, 2025 XS Noize

The Lumineers announce their highly anticipated new album, Automatic, available via Dualtone worldwide on Friday, February 14. The 2x GRAMMY® Award-nominated and chart-topping band’s fifth studio album and first new collection in more than three […]

Mantra Of The Cosmos
News

Noel Gallagher joins Zak Starkey and Shaun Ryder for new Mantra Of The Cosmos single – ‘Domino Bones (Gets Dangerous)’

January 8, 2025 XS Noize

19th January 2025 will see the vinyl release of ‘Domino Bones (Gets Dangerous),’ the new psychedelic single by supergroup Mantra Of The Cosmos – featuring Oasis star Noel Gallagher. To mark the release, the band, […]

THE MAGIC MOD
Podcast

The Magic Mod Opens Up About His Journey Into The World of Magic

January 8, 2025 XS Noize

In Episode #208 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar sits down with THE MAGIC MOD, also known as Ben Taylor, to delve into the world of magic and discuss his upcoming headline show […]

Mogwai
News

Mogwai release new track ‘Fanzine Made Of Flesh’ – from forthcoming album ‘The Bad Fire’

January 7, 2025 XS Noize

Mogwai today release their new song “Fanzine Made Of Flesh”, the latest cut to be taken from their forthcoming eleventh album, The Bad Fire. Mary Anne Hobbs premiered the track on BBC Radio 6. The […]

Everyone Says Hi
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Everyone Says Hi share their latest track ‘Lucky Stars’ ahead of the release of their self-titled debut album

January 7, 2025 XS Noize

Everyone Says Hi share their latest track, ‘Lucky Stars’, ahead of the release of their self-titled debut album out on Friday 31st January. Speaking about the release, frontman Nick Hodgson says: “I’ve written a lot […]

the darkness
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The Darkness release video for new single ‘I Hate Myself’

January 7, 2025 XS Noize

The Darkness have released the video for their new single ‘I Hate Myself’, the latest song to be taken from their forthcoming eighth studio album Dreams On Toast which is out on March 28th via […]

Imagine Dragons
Gigs

Possible Setlist for Imagine Dragons Tour in Barcelona

January 7, 2025 XS Noize

Imagine Dragons are flying higher than ever, shutting down stadiums and arenas around the world with their “Loom World Tour.” The American rock trio is set to electrify the stage in Barcelona with a live […]

The Pogues
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The Pogues Set for UK and Ireland Tour in 2025

January 6, 2025 XS Noize

The Pogues reunited for the second time in 2024 to commemorate the 40 year anniversary of their debut album, Red Roses for Me. They are set to embark on a tour of the UK and […]

Franz Ferdinand
News

Franz Ferdinand share ‘Hooked’, the latest single from their new album ‘The Human Fear’

January 6, 2025 XS Noize

Franz Ferdinand have today shared a new track, ‘Hooked’, the latest single to be taken from their new studio album, The Human Fear, which will be released this Friday, 10th January 2025 on Domino. The […]

The Waterboys
News

The Waterboys announce brand new album ‘Life, Death And Dennis Hopper’

January 6, 2025 XS Noize

The Waterboys today make the very special announcement of their brand new, sixteenth studio album Life, Death And Dennis Hopper – out April 4th on Sun Records. The most audacious Waterboys album yet, Life, Death […]

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