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          Editors’ Tom Smith Shares New Single “Leave” from Forthcoming Solo Debut Album

          October 1, 2025

          Editors front-person, Tom Smith, has today released “Leave”, the latest single from his forthcoming debut solo album, There Is Nothing In The Dark That Isn’t There In The Light which is released on Play It […]

          The Cure
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          The Cure Announce Biggest-Ever Belfast Show at Belsonic 2026

          September 30, 2025

          Rock legends The Cure are pleased to announce their biggest Belfast show to date at Belsonic, Belfast on Sunday, June 28th, with support from The Twilight Sad and Just Mustard. Formed in Crawley, Sussex, England, […]

          The Charlatans
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          The Charlatans Share “Deeper and Deeper” Ahead of 14th Studio Album “We Are Love”

          September 30, 2025

          Following the announcement of their 14th studio album, We Are Love, out October 31 via BMG, The Charlatans return today with their second single, “Deeper and Deeper.” A swirling, Hammond organ-driven belter with fat bass […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Coach Party – Caramel
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Coach Party – Caramel

          October 1, 2025

          Isle of Wight four-piece Coach Party return with their sophomore album Caramel, a dazzling, perfectly weighted collection of ten tracks that finds the band confidently pushing past their reputation as indie upstarts and stepping firmly […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Robert Plant with Suzi Dian – Saving Grace
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Robert Plant with Suzi Dian – Saving Grace

          September 26, 2025

          Robert Plant’s latest project, Saving Grace, takes its name from the band he assembled in 2019 to play Americana covers in small venues across Britain. Though it has been eight years since his last solo […]

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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
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          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
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          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, […]

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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
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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
          Interviews

          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
          Interviews

          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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        • 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
          Podcasts

          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, […]

          Gary Numan
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          Gary Numan on “Telekon” at 45, Wembley Ghosts & His Glastonbury Debut | XS Noize Podcast #246

          September 24, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube In Episode #246 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Gary Numan — one of electronic music’s true pioneers — for a powerful conversation marking the 45th […]

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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 […]

FISH releases new single 'This Party's Over' - Listen Now 2
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FISH releases new single ‘This Party’s Over’ – Listen Now

September 11, 2020 XS Noize

FISH has released his brand new single ‘This Party’s Over’, the latest song to be taken from his highly anticipated final solo album Weltschmerz, which will be released on September 25th. ‘This Party’s Over’ is […]

INTERVIEW: Mildlife on new album 'Automatic' - "Its like a gang-bang of different flavours and genres" 6
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ALBUM REVIEW: Mildlife – Automatic

September 11, 2020 Lee Campbell

Cosmic Aussie quartet Mildlife return with a fine brew of spaced-out, astral grooves. Mildlife are unashamedly driven to completely do their own thing, yet with a very relatable and danceable feel to their musical message. […]

JAMES BLAKE officially releases his version of 'Godspeed'
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JAMES BLAKE officially releases his version of ‘Godspeed’

September 11, 2020 XS Noize

Today, GRAMMY® Award-winning UK singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer James Blake has officially released his cover of Frank Ocean’s “Godspeed” with accompanying music video. James Blake, who produced, arranged and played on the original version […]

Big Brother Recordings reveal lyric video for OASIS' 'Round Are Way' - Watch Now!
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Big Brother Recordings reveal lyric video for OASIS’ ‘Round Are Way’ – Watch Now!

September 11, 2020 XS Noize

With October 2nd, 2020 marking 25 years since Oasis released their iconic second album (What’s The Story) Morning Glory?, Big Brother Recordings recently announced special activity and limited edition releases to celebrate this milestone. As […]

Irish alt-pop songwriter REBEKAH FITCH releases new single 'Dust' - Listen Now
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Irish alt-pop songwriter REBEKAH FITCH releases new single ‘Dust’ – Listen Now

September 11, 2020 XS Noize

Irish alt-pop songwriter Rebekah Fitch performs with a sense of purpose and ardour on new single ‘Dust’. An ode to letting go and moving on with life after a sudden loss, the track exhibits her […]

DOVES mark the long-awaited release of their fifth album with the new single: BROKEN EYES
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DOVES mark the long-awaited release of their fifth album with the new single: BROKEN EYES

September 11, 2020 XS Noize

The past chases Doves into the future with the release of visuals for new single, Broken Eyes, in the week their acclaimed, fifth album, The Universal Want, lands with fans after a wait of eleven […]

KATIE MELUA shares 'Your Longing Is Gone' from forthcoming record 'Album No.8'
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KATIE MELUA shares ‘Your Longing Is Gone’ from forthcoming record ‘Album No.8’

September 10, 2020 XS Noize

Following its world exclusive play on Jo Whiley’s BBC Radio 2 show, Katie Melua releases “Your Longing Is Gone” from the forthcoming Album No. 8 – due for release on October 16th via BMG. Featuring […]

SHAME share video for new single ‘Alphabet’ - Watch Now
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SHAME share video for new single ‘Alphabet’ – Watch Now

September 10, 2020 XS Noize

Shame have announced their much-anticipated return, via the frenetic, storming new single ‘Alphabet’. It marks their first new music since the release of their critically acclaimed debut album Songs of Praise in 2018 via Dead […]

Liverpool Gen-Z punks, STONE release live video for new single 'Stay Silent' - Watch Now
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Liverpool Gen-Z punks, STONE release live video for new single ‘Stay Silent’ – Watch Now

September 10, 2020 XS Noize

Having been caged by COVID-19, but riding out the confused claustrophobia of the era on the British airwaves, exciting, Liverpool agit-wavers, STONE return with their latest single, STAY SILENT. An accompanying live video, captured at […]

FUTURE ISLANDS announce 'A Stream Of You And Me' Global Livestream on 9th October 1
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FUTURE ISLANDS announce ‘A Stream Of You And Me’ Global Livestream on 9th October

September 10, 2020 XS Noize

On 9th October, Future Islands will release their sixth full-length album As Long As You Are and perform their only show of 2020. The Baltimore group have been road warriors for over a decade, touring […]

U2 announce ALL THAT YOU CANT LEAVE BEHIND - 20th anniversary reissue 2
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U2 announce ALL THAT YOU CANT LEAVE BEHIND – 20th anniversary reissue

September 10, 2020 XS Noize

Island Records and UMC today announce the 20th Anniversary reissue of U2’s global smash hit album All That You Can’t Leave Behind. This multi-format anniversary edition release, featuring a brand new 12-track remaster of the […]

BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN announces new album with the E Street Band, 'Letter To You' - out 23rd October 1
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BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN announces new album with the E Street Band, ‘Letter To You’ – out 23rd October

September 10, 2020 XS Noize

Bruce Springsteen’s new studio album with the E Street Band, ‘Letter To You’, will be released by Columbia Records on 23rd October. A rock album fuelled by the band’s heart-stopping, house-rocking signature sound, the 12-track […]

DJANGO DJANGO share video for new single 'Spirals' - Watch Now
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DJANGO DJANGO share video for new single ‘Spirals’ – Watch Now

September 10, 2020 XS Noize

This month, Django Django make an electrifying return with the new single “Spirals”, their first new material since the “Winter’s Beach” EP in 2018, and an utterly compelling glimpse at what’s to come. Sounding invigorated […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Jimmy Chamberlin Complex announce new album & share new single 'Grace' - Listen Now!
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TRACK PREMIERE: Jimmy Chamberlin Complex announce new album & share new single ‘Grace’ – Listen Now!

September 10, 2020 XS Noize

Jimmy Chamberlin Complex announces new album Honor, due out September 25th via Make Records. Legendary Smashing Pumpkins drummer Jimmy Chamberlin teams up with bassist/producer Billy Mohler and guitarist Sean Wollstenhulme for Honor, while also featuring […]

Owen Meany’s Batting Stance
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Owen Meany’s Batting Stance – Breakfast Again

September 10, 2020 XS Noize

Under the pseudonym of lo-fi folk artist Owen Meany’s Batting Stance, Daniel Walker has spent the last couple of years experiencing the adrenaline of the live circuit after the release of his self-titled EP in […]

GORILLAZ share ‘STRANGE TIMEZ’ Ft Robert Smith - Watch Video 1
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GORILLAZ share ‘STRANGE TIMEZ’ Ft Robert Smith – Watch Video

September 10, 2020 XS Noize

Gorillaz started the year with Episode 1 – ‘Momentary Bliss ft. slowthai and Slaves’ – of Song Machine, a whole new concept from one of the most innovative bands around. Now, six episodes in, Noodle, […]

OF MONSTERS AND MEN return with their new single 'Visitor' - Watch Video
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OF MONSTERS AND MEN return with their new single ‘Visitor’ – Watch Video

September 9, 2020 XS Noize

Today, multiplatinum Icelandic quintet Of Monsters and Men returns with a brand-new single entitled “Visitor.” The track is the first song off of a body of work coming at the top of 2021 in celebration […]

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