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        • Stuart Bailie
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          Stuart Bailie to Launch New Book “The Song Is Nearly” Over at Sound of Belfast Festival

          October 8, 2025

          A four-decade chronicle of music, madness, and meaning from one of Belfast’s most respected writers, Belfast music journalist and author Stuart Bailie, has announced details of his new book The Song Is Nearly Over: Music […]

          Snow Patrol
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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, […]

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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 […]

        • 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
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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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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, […]

  • 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 […]

  • Interviews
        • 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
          Interviews

          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, […]

  • Podcast
        • 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
          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, […]

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SPECTOR share new single 'When Did We Get So Normal?' 1
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SPECTOR share new single ‘When Did We Get So Normal?’

March 31, 2020 XS Noize

Spector have shared new single ‘When Did We Get So Normal?’ ‘When Did We Get So Normal?’ is the fourth and final track to be taken from their ‘Extended Play’ EP. It will be released […]

SPIKE ISLAND: THE RESURRECTION - Reschedules to New Summer Date: 12 Sept 2020 2
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SPIKE ISLAND: THE RESURRECTION – Reschedules to New Summer Date: 12 Sept 2020

March 31, 2020 XS Noize

In light of recent events, SPIKE ISLAND: THE RESURRECTION, is being rescheduled to a new date in the late Summer.  The celebration marking the 30th Anniversary of the iconic Stone Roses gig at Spike Island […]

PODGE drops new track 'Rest' - Listen Now
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PODGE drops new track ‘Rest’ – Listen Now

March 31, 2020 XS Noize

Rest’ is an angsty number that melds rock and hip hop. Liverpool shapeshifter Podge’s proves once again why he’s one of the most unique voices currently out. Rest adds another divine slice of melody and […]

Tracks To Add To Your Playlist For The Perfect Night In
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Tracks To Add To Your Playlist For The Perfect Night In

March 31, 2020 XS Noize

There are lots of elements which make up the ideal night in, and music is definitely one of the more important things to consider. Whether you are planning a romantic evening with your partner or […]

Northern Ireland blues guitar legend RONNIE GREER releases swinging live album – Blues Constellation 1
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Northern Ireland blues guitar legend RONNIE GREER releases swinging live album – Blues Constellation

March 31, 2020 XS Noize

Northern Ireland blues guitar legend Ronnie Greer celebrates his third CD release with a swinging live album – Blues Constellation – that features his core band with an all-star line-up of special guests, recorded live […]

GAZ COOMBES & DANNY GOFFEY cover Kelis' Milkshake for 10th anniversary of THE HOTRATS 1
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GAZ COOMBES & DANNY GOFFEY cover Kelis’ Milkshake for 10th anniversary of THE HOTRATS

March 31, 2020 XS Noize

In 2010, one half of Britain’s much-loved pop-rock combo Supergrass, Gaz Coombes and Danny Goffey teamed with world-renowned producer Nigel Godrich to bring you The Hotrats.  With the original intention of diving into the studio […]

MYSTERY JETS release remix of 'A Billion Heartbeats' by CHILD OF THE PARISH
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MYSTERY JETS release remix of ‘A Billion Heartbeats’ by CHILD OF THE PARISH

March 31, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Mystery Jets release a Child Of The Parish remix of their recent single, ‘A Billion Heartbeats’. The single comes from the same-titled upcoming album from Mystery Jets, to be released digitally on Friday 3rd […]

RYE MILLIGAN shares dynamic indie-electronic single ‘Silhouette’ - Listen Now
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RYE MILLIGAN shares dynamic indie-electronic single ‘Silhouette’ – Listen Now

March 30, 2020 XS Noize

Mixing the genres of indie, hip-hop, pop and electronica into his solo sets, Rye Milligan brings his songs crashing over the audience with layers of loops, samples, heavy bass lines and enchanting melodies. We can […]

THE GLORIOUS SONS reveal new song 'Don't Live Fast' - Listen Now
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THE GLORIOUS SONS reveal new song ‘Don’t Live Fast’ – Listen Now

March 30, 2020 XS Noize

‘Closer To The Sky’, the current single from Canada’s Glorious Sons is No 1 on Apple Music’s New Rock Chart worldwide as well as seeing a ton of play across Kerrang radio and the R2 […]

THE MICRODANCE release new single ‘Lovesick Kisses’ - Listen Now
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THE MICRODANCE release new single ‘Lovesick Kisses’ – Listen Now

March 30, 2020 XS Noize

The Microdance, described by Vice Magazine as “A heady confection of epic Alternative Rock, Shoegaze, New Wave with the occasional dose of tasteful Metal – the most exciting Alt Rock in a decade” are back […]

THE NATIONAL Announce 'High Violet' 10-Year Anniversary Triple LP 2
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THE NATIONAL Announce ‘High Violet’ 10-Year Anniversary Triple LP

March 30, 2020 XS Noize

The National have announced they will be releasing a 10-year anniversary expanded edition of their 2010 album High Violet, on 19th June 2020. Originally released May 11, 2010, the critically acclaimed fifth studio album features […]

BC CAMPLIGHT shares title track to new album 'Shortly After Takeoff' - Listen Now
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BC CAMPLIGHT shares title track to new album ‘Shortly After Takeoff’ – Listen Now

March 30, 2020 XS Noize

With his much-anticipated new album Shortly After Takeoff due for release 24th April via Bella Union, and already the subject of rave reviews in MOJO and Uncut, BC Camplight has today shared the title track […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Sufjan Stevens and Lowell Brams - Aporia
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ALBUM REVIEW: Sufjan Stevens and Lowell Brams – Aporia

March 29, 2020 Lori Gava

On March 24th the enigmatic Sufjan Stevens and his long time collaborator/stepfather Lowell Brams released their latest work, Aporia, a labour of love that has taken years to complete. The new release is a New […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Singer-Songwriter CASSA JACKSON Explores Regret in Break-Up Ballad ‘Beautiful Confused’
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Singer-Songwriter CASSA JACKSON Explores Regret in Break-Up Ballad ‘Beautiful Confused’

March 29, 2020 XS Noize

Exploring her raw, unbridled songwriting talent in her new piano-led direction – Cassa Jackson returns with a stunning new ballad ‘Beautiful Confused’. Growing up, songwriting has always been a key part of Cassa’s life. Writing […]

CRISTOBAL & JAMIEZ rework iconic dance track 'SUGAR DADDY' - Listen Now
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CRISTOBAL & JAMIEZ rework iconic dance track ‘SUGAR DADDY’ – Listen Now

March 27, 2020 XS Noize

Early support from Aly and Fila, Lonya, Golf Clap, Cevin Fisher, Kiz Pattison, Anthony Pappa, Ian Dillon, Max Graham, Chris Fortier, Cream, Juliane Wolf, Nila Alin. For one part of Cristobal & Jamiez, this track […]

TWISTED WHEEL Announce third album 'Satisfying The Ritual' - out 20th March 1
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TWISTED WHEEL release hard-hitting punk anthem ‘I Am Immune’ – Listen Now

March 27, 2020 XS Noize

As the Covid19 crisis grinds all live music and events to a screeching halt, it’s apparent that music is more important than ever. Today, Twisted Wheel released the aptly named, hard-hitting punk anthem ‘I Am […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Tropic - Lights Out (Redux)
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TRACK PREMIERE: Tropic – Lights Out (Redux)

March 27, 2020 XS Noize

Tropic – aka Brooklyn based duo Jo-B Sebastian and DJ Phuse say out their new single – Lights Out (Redux), premiering today. “Our new single is a warm, simmering electronic-R&B tribute to the rollercoaster ride […]

BLOSSOMS will stream their recent STOCKPORT PLAZA gig at 8pm GMT this Saturday 28th March
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BLOSSOMS will stream their recent STOCKPORT PLAZA gig at 8pm GMT this Saturday 28th March

March 27, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have today announced that they will be streaming their headline show from Stockport Plaza on the 11th Feb this year on YouTube at 8 pm GMT this Saturday, 28th March. The band were set […]

AWOLNATION features ALICE MERTON on new version of the alt radio hit 'THE BEST' - Listen Now
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AWOLNATION features ALICE MERTON on new version of the alt radio hit ‘THE BEST’ – Listen Now

March 27, 2020 XS Noize

Standing together, while being apart, is bringing out the best in all of us in times like these. Artists have been creating and sharing new material with fans who are home-bound through virtual concerts, fan […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Anna Burch - If You’re Dreaming
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Anna Burch – If You’re Dreaming

March 27, 2020 Lee Campbell

The second album from Detroit songstress Anna Burch is on the surface, a bright and melodic alt-pop excursion, but on closer inspection, it is tinged with an undercurrent of melancholy; lyrically dark and revealing in […]

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