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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 […]

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          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, […]

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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
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          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
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          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
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          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N – Esther Yi

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          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
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          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 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 […]

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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
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          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
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          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 […]

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          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: 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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          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: Stephen Moore on Post Death Soundtrack’s New Album & HE IS ME

          June 12, 2025

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        • 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, […]

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          Finn O’Brien on The Jacques’ New Album “Make Repetition!” | XS Noize Podcast #247

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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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BUSH Announce new album, ‘The Kingdom’, due for release May 2020
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BUSH Announce new album, ‘The Kingdom’, due for release May 2020

March 4, 2020 XS Noize

Iconic multi-platinum rock band BUSH have announced the May 2020 release of their eagerly-anticipated new album, ‘The Kingdom’. Fans can get a look at what to expect from the fiery rock record with the release […]

RÓISÍN MURPHY Returns with a new single, ‘Murphy’s Law’ - Listen Now
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RÓISÍN MURPHY Returns with a new single, ‘Murphy’s Law’ – Listen Now

March 4, 2020 XS Noize

Today Róisín Murphy returns with a new single, ‘Murphy’s Law’, produced once again by long time collaborator DJ Parrot, on the eve of Murphy’s headline slot at BBC 6 Music Festival at London’s Roundhouse on […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Fightmilk release new single ‘I’m Starting To Think You Don’t Even Want To Go To Space’
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TRACK PREMIERE: Fightmilk release new single ‘I’m Starting To Think You Don’t Even Want To Go To Space’

March 4, 2020 XS Noize

Fightmilk make a long-awaited return to our orbit on 20 March with the digital release of single ‘I’m Starting To Think You Don’t Even Want To Go To Space’, via independent record label Reckless Yes. […]

GENESIS brings The Last Domino? Tour 2020 to SSE Arena Belfast on 19 November
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GENESIS brings The Last Domino? Tour 2020 to SSE Arena Belfast on 19 November

March 4, 2020 XS Noize

Genesis, who are among the biggest selling recording artists of all time and one of Britain’s most internationally renowned bands, will be touring for the first time in 13 years. The Last Domino? Tour 2020 […]

IN FOCUS: The Script + Becky Hill @ SSE Arena Belfast 10
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IN FOCUS: The Script + Becky Hill @ SSE Arena Belfast

March 3, 2020 Conor Kinahan

The Script took a sold-out SSE Arena on a visually stunning, sonic experience, with the incredible Becky Hill Supporting, our Photographer Conor Kinahan was there to capture the night. © Conor Kinahan © Conor Kinahan […]

KEVIN CASEY to Release Double A-Side & Announces Germany Tour Culminating in Dublin Launch Show 1
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KEVIN CASEY to Release Double A-Side & Announces Germany Tour Culminating in Dublin Launch Show

March 3, 2020 XS Noize

Long-standing regular in the Irish music scene Kevin Casey releases his third EP, “The Show Goes On.” The double A-side departs slightly from his past releases to deliver two soulful tunes about the death and […]

DIET CIG Announce new album 'Do You Wonder About Me?' out May 1st 1
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DIET CIG Announce new album ‘Do You Wonder About Me?’ out May 1st

March 3, 2020 XS Noize

They’ve been compared to tornadoes, firecrackers, and lightning storms, and described as genuine, unapologetic, and down-to-earth. And today Alex Luciano and Noah Bowman of gutsy rock duo Diet Cig are excited to announce the forthcoming […]

WATCH: TAME IMPALA Perform on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
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WATCH: TAME IMPALA Perform on Jimmy Kimmel Live!

March 3, 2020 XS Noize

The Slow Rush, Kevin Parker’s fourth album as Tame Impala was released last month to widespread acclaim. Parker scored his second #1 in Australia, his highest-selling album to date in the U.S. and U.K and […]

TWISTED WHEEL Announce third album 'Satisfying The Ritual' - out 20th March 1
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TWISTED WHEEL Announce third album ‘Satisfying The Ritual’ – out 20th March

March 3, 2020 XS Noize

The third album from Twisted Wheel represents the evolution of a band that have well and truly taken the shackles off and headed into an uncompromising wave of style matched with eclectic substance. It’s a […]

CATHOLIC ACTION share new track 'Yr Old Dad' - Listen Now 2
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CATHOLIC ACTION share new track ‘Yr Old Dad’ – Listen Now

March 3, 2020 XS Noize

Catholic Action are today sharing a brand-new track, “Yr Old Dad”, from their fast-approaching new album “Celebrated by Strangers.” Where previous singles “One of Us” and “People Don’t Protest Enough” were pointedly political – and […]

MARSICANS release video for new single 'Juliet' - Watch Now
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MARSICANS release video for new single ‘Juliet’ – Watch Now

March 3, 2020 XS Noize

Having last week made a triple whammy of announcements; releasing their brand new single – the bombastic ‘ Juliet’, announcing debut album ‘Ursa Major’ (out May 22nd through Killing Moon Records) and a run of […]

LUKAS NELSON & PROMISE OF THE REAL Announce Belfast Limelight show on Thursday 25th June 2020
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LUKAS NELSON & PROMISE OF THE REAL Announce Belfast Limelight show on Thursday 25th June 2020

March 3, 2020 XS Noize

American country rock group, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Thursday 25th June 2020. The band recently announced the release of […]

SQUAREPUSHER announces ‘Lamental’ EP
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SQUAREPUSHER announces ‘Lamental’ EP

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

Following widespread acclaim for his recent album Be Up A Hello, on April 10th Squarepusher (Tom Jenkinson) will be opening a new chapter to this musical journey with the Lamental EP release and will also […]

IGGY POP unveils new video for 'We Are The People' - Watch Now
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IGGY POP unveils new video for ‘We Are The People’ – Watch Now

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

Iggy Pop has unveiled a striking and spare new video for “We Are The People,” from his critically lauded album FREE (Loma Vista Recordings). In the wake of last week’s live rendition of the song […]

The pride of Camden Town MADNESS add L.A. Show to U.S. Tour
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The pride of Camden Town MADNESS add L.A. Show to U.S. Tour

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

The pride of Camden Town will return to Southern California for the first time since Coachella 2012, when Madness overtakes the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles on May 24 for a one-night-only ska/bluebeat hit parade […]

THE LEMON TWIGS Announce Third Album 'Songs For The General Public' Out 1 May 2020 1
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THE LEMON TWIGS Announce Third Album ‘Songs For The General Public’ Out 1 May 2020

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

The D’Addario brothers will return this Spring with a new Lemon Twigs album, Songs For The General Public. Their third studio release was written, recorded and produced by Brian and Michael D’Addario at their Long […]

DAMIEN JURADO Announces new album 'What's New, Tomboy?' - out 1st May 2
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DAMIEN JURADO Announces new album ‘What’s New, Tomboy?’ – out 1st May

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

Artist and songwriter DAMIEN JURADO is in the midst of a creative flow that seems unstoppable, as he quickly follows up his 2019 Loose debut with the announcement of What’s New, Tomboy? – out 1st […]

KINGS OF LEON return to Dublin for an exclusive performance at RDS ARENA on 1st July 2020
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KINGS OF LEON return to Dublin for an exclusive performance at RDS ARENA on 1st July 2020

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

Kings of Leon return to Dublin for an exclusive performance at RDS Arena on 1st July 2020, subject to licence. This will be their first Irish show in three years. Their 7th album WALLS was […]

KING CHARLES releases new single ‘FREAK’ ahead of new album ‘OUT OF MY MIND’ 1
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KING CHARLES releases new single ‘FREAK’ ahead of new album ‘OUT OF MY MIND’

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

King Charles releases new single ‘Freak.’ It has a woozy neo-soul vibe, possessed by a far darker undercurrent… “It’s reflective of my mood and where I was…I was trying to understand what is it to […]

AND SO I WATCH YOU FROM AFAR announce OK? A music and arts festival in support of mental health awareness & suicide prevention 2
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AND SO I WATCH YOU FROM AFAR announce OK? A music and arts festival in support of mental health awareness & suicide prevention

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

A group of friends and colleagues across the local creative scene today announce a concert event at The Telegraph Building on Royal Avenue, Belfast, to raise funds for mental health and suicide awareness charities. It […]

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