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        • Remember Monday
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          Remember Monday Bring Back the Girl Band Glory with New Single ‘More Than Ever’

          October 10, 2025

          Remember the big voices, bigger tunes and sheer unstoppable fun of the girl band era? That’s something that Remember Monday are bringing back with a bang, mixing up mega pop hooks and pure country emotion. […]

          Ocean Colour Scene
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          Ocean Colour Scene Announce “Moseley Shoals” 30th Anniversary Tour for 2026

          October 10, 2025

          Indie-rock legends Ocean Colour Scene have announced a major UK tour for 2026, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their classic album Moseley Shoals. The 13-date tour will start at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro on 21st November […]

          Ultravox
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          Ultravox Announce Deluxe Edition Box Set of 1984 Compilation “The Collection” — Out 5 December

          October 9, 2025

          Following the success in recent years of deluxe editions of Ultravox’s Vienna, Rage In Eden Quartet and Lament albums, on 5 December, Chrysalis Records will release a Deluxe Edition box set of The Collection, the […]

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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 […]

        • 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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          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
          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 […]

  • Interviews
        • 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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        • Moon Panda
          Podcasts

          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
          Podcasts

          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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TRAVIS release Fran Healy-directed video for new track 'All Fall Down'
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TRAVIS release Fran Healy-directed video for new track ‘All Fall Down’

September 16, 2020 XS Noize

Following the release of their latest single “The Only Thing” featuring Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles, Travis today unveil their newest track, “All Fall Down” alongside a beautiful lyric video, once again directed by frontman […]

ANDY BELL shares video for ‘I Was Alone’ - Watch Now
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ANDY BELL shares video for ‘I Was Alone’ – Watch Now

September 16, 2020 XS Noize

Andy Bell has shared a video for ‘I Was Alone’, a brand new song taken from the RIDE singer/guitarist’s debut solo album The View From Halfway Down.  Andy describes it as “a Spacemen 3-influenced song […]

EXCLUSIVE stream: Brazilian alt-rock musician & producer I AM NIGHT unveils debut EP ‘RETURNING’
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EXCLUSIVE stream: Brazilian alt-rock musician & producer I AM NIGHT unveils debut EP ‘RETURNING’

September 16, 2020 XS Noize

Introducing Baltimore-based Brazilian alternative rock singer, songwriter and producer I AM NIGHT – real name Natália Borges de Oliveira – with her captivating heavy-hitting debut EP RETURNING. Backed by lead singles ‘Break Me Down’ and […]

Local Industry call out for support through the launch of #WeMakeEventsNI as Northern Ireland events sector faces collapse 1
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Local Industry call out for support through the launch of #WeMakeEventsNI as Northern Ireland events sector faces collapse

September 16, 2020 XS Noize

The Northern Irish live events industry is calling on the UK Government to support its workers and halt the imminent collapse of the industry. The UK live events industry is world-renowned for its hard-working ethic […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Tired Kid - Make Time
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TRACK PREMIERE: Tired Kid – Make Time

September 16, 2020 XS Noize

Tired Kid is the moniker for Thomas Kelly, a musician/composer based in Toronto. Thomas tries to create music with a vintage warmth and psychedelic nature. Inspired by bands from all eras of time, he picks […]

FUTURE ISLANDS Announce new album, new single + live stream concert 1
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FUTURE ISLANDS share video for new single ‘Moonlight’ – Watch Now

September 15, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Future Islands have shared ‘Moonlight’, the third new song from the forthcoming album As Long As You Are (out 9 October). The song is paired with a video directed by Will Mayer (BADBADNOTGOOD) and […]

EXCLUSIVE: Kind Habitat let loose alt-rock debut album - Listen Now
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EXCLUSIVE: Kind Habitat let loose alt-rock debut album – Listen Now

September 15, 2020 XS Noize

BBC Introducing and local Cambridge favourites, alt-rock maverick Kind Habitat has released his debut album ‘The Live at The Delusion’. A loving mash of Radiohead, Pixies and Father John Misty influences, the album is an […]

FLYNN shares video for new single 'B-Side' - Watch Now
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FLYNN shares video for new single ‘B-Side’ – Watch Now

September 15, 2020 XS Noize

Flynn’s recent tracks B-Side and ‘One Of Us’ have been the perfect introduction to the young Irish singer, igniting his solo career. With almost 300k streams in just a few weeks on new single ‘B-Side’, […]

BRADFORD break extended hiatus with first new album in 30 years - Hear new single 'Like Water'
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BRADFORD break extended hiatus with first new album in 30 years – Hear new single ‘Like Water’

September 15, 2020 XS Noize

Returning with their first original music in over three decades – BRADFORD – will release a brand new album in 2021: ‘Bright Hours’. Featuring founding members Ian H. (vocals) and Ewan Butler (guitar), the reunion […]

INTERVIEW: Alternative legend BABYBIRD discusses new album 'King of Nothing' 1
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INTERVIEW: Alternative legend BABYBIRD discusses new album ‘King of Nothing’

September 15, 2020 Victoria Pearson

The name BABYBIRD resulted from a walk with a good friend in the countryside near Sheffield. Stephen Jones was on the dole, producing 400 songs in his bedroom on a four-track recorder. No money, Jones […]

GERRY CINNAMON announces second BELSONIC show for 2021 1
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GERRY CINNAMON announces second BELSONIC show for 2021

September 15, 2020 XS Noize

Following his first SOLD OUT Belsonic 2021 show, Gerry Cinnamon announces a second date for his biggest Belfast headline shows at Belsonic, Ormeau Park on Wednesday, June 09th 2021. Gerry’s eagerly anticipated second album ‘The […]

TRACK PREMIERE: My Dear Mycroft - The Ghost That Slows You Down 2
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TRACK PREMIERE: My Dear Mycroft – The Ghost That Slows You Down

September 15, 2020 XS Noize

My Dear Mycroft shares their latest track “The Ghost That Slows You Down” as the first single off of the New-York-based trio’s upcoming Heaven’s Entertainment LP. My Dear Mycroft independently released 2 EPs, Dinosaur and […]

DOVES mark the long-awaited release of their fifth album with the new single: BROKEN EYES
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DOVES leaked an unreleased track… what happened next?

September 15, 2020 XS Noize

Bestowed by the kind words of critics and fans alike for the sonic restlessness shown on the new album, The Universal Want, Doves also showed their innovative side in promoting their work by ‘leaking’ the […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Napalm Death - Throes of Joy in the Jaws of Defeatism
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ALBUM REVIEW: Napalm Death – Throes of Joy in the Jaws of Defeatism

September 14, 2020 Dan Volohov

After five years pause, grindcore pioneers are finally going to present their newest LP. As always, Napalm Death making it was a degree of entrapment. Not only within the lyrics. But the presentation as well. […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Will Butler - Generations
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ALBUM REVIEW: Will Butler – Generations

September 14, 2020 Michael Barron

Best known as the Arcade Fire frontman and co-founder Win Butler’s little brother (well he is younger and shorter than Win who is 6”4”) who plays synthesizers, bass guitar, guitar, percussion, sitar, amongst other instruments; […]

SILENT-K release video for 'Work Work' - Watch Now
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SILENT-K release video for ‘Work Work’ – Watch Now

September 14, 2020 XS Noize

SILENT-K are a wonky-funk rock ‘n’ rollercoaster band that makes music “to do ya ma’s head in!” Led by exotic fruit ‘The Pineapple King’ (aka Chris Taylor) and featuring fellow Scouse juggernaut ‘Vincent Valentine’ (aka […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Marcelo Deiss - Gridlock
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Marcelo Deiss – Gridlock

September 14, 2020 XS Noize

Marcelo Deiss is a Brazilian born, London based artist whose music dances between indie, blues, folk and rock. His music details themes about social alienation and human condition in subjects like greed, hypocrisy, absurdity and […]

bdrmm announce The Bedroom Tapes EP and share Ditz remix - Listen Now
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bdrmm announce The Bedroom Tapes EP and share Ditz remix – Listen Now

September 14, 2020 XS Noize

bdrmm follow their hugely acclaimed debut album Bedroom with The Bedroom Tapes, a new seven-track EP rounding up remixes and lockdown live sessions, which is released on October 23. It will be available as a […]

NOTHING BUT THIEVES announce headline Irish shows at Ulster Hall, Belfast & Dublin's Olympia Theatre in 2021
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NOTHING BUT THIEVES announce headline Irish shows at Ulster Hall, Belfast & Dublin’s Olympia Theatre in 2021

September 14, 2020 XS Noize

Southend five-piece Nothing But Thieves have announced a huge UK, Ireland and European tour for Autumn 2021. The announcement follows recent single releases Is Everybody Going Crazy? and Real Love Song, taken from their forthcoming […]

VIDEO INTERVIEW: INXS Co-Founder ANDREW FARRISS discusses his new solo project
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VIDEO INTERVIEW: INXS Co-Founder ANDREW FARRISS discusses his new solo project

September 11, 2020 XS Noize

Andrew Farriss is well-known within music circles. This year he was honoured with a Member of the Order of Australia (AM), acknowledging his considerable contribution to music. Across his career with INXS, he has shared […]

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