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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, […]

          Snow Patrol
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          Snow Patrol announce massive 2026 Crystal Palace Park show with Rag’n’Bone Man and Nieve Ella

          October 7, 2025

          Northern Irish alt-rock juggernauts Snow Patrol have today announced a huge, open-air show taking place at London’s Crystal Palace Park on Friday 3 July 2026. They’ll be joined on the day by evocative singer Rag […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash - Ad Astra
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          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
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          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
          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
          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
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          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
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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, […]

          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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Celebrated producer JACKNIFE LEE announces new album 1
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Celebrated producer JACKNIFE LEE announces new album

February 13, 2020 XS Noize

Producer Jacknife Lee (The Killers, Regina Spektor, U2, R.E.M., Empire Of The Sun, Jack Garratt, Catfish and the Bottlemen, Snow Patrol) is today sharing news of his latest project – the first under his own […]

IN FOCUS: Bombay Bicycle Club + Liz Lawrence @ Ulster Hall, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS: Bombay Bicycle Club + Liz Lawrence @ Ulster Hall, Belfast

February 13, 2020 Conor Kinahan

Bombay Bicycle Club played an amazing show last night at Belfast’s Ulster Hall with support from Liz Lawrence. Conor Kinahan was on hand to take these shots.               Bombay […]

TRACK PREMIERE: MIRI - 'Girls Just Want To Have Fun'
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TRACK PREMIERE: MIRI – ‘Girls Just Want To Have Fun’

February 13, 2020 XS Noize

Known for her distinctive soulful vocal tone, spiked with socially conscious lyrics and classic British songwriting, MIRI ‘ s brand of rebel music has won fans across the globe over the last few years. She […]

THE CORONAS Release video for brand new single 'Haunted' - Watch Now
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THE CORONAS Release video for brand new single ‘Haunted’ – Watch Now

February 13, 2020 XS Noize

It’s been eight months since The Coronas last released new music, and to say that the band have been busy since then is a bit of an understatement. They’ve headlined their own travelling festival, performed […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Tame Impala - The Slow Rush
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Tame Impala – The Slow Rush

February 13, 2020 Gareth O'Malley

“Quite a show for a loner in LA / I wonder how I managed to end up in this place?” Kevin Parker’s got plenty on his mind. ‘Par for the course for someone who’s called […]

THE SHERLOCKS release new single 'One Day' ahead of UK headline tour 2
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THE SHERLOCKS release new single ‘One Day’ ahead of UK headline tour

February 13, 2020 XS Noize

The Sherlocks will release track ‘One Day’, taken from second album ‘Under Your Sky’ which is out now on Infectious Music and received some excellent critical reviews. ‘One Day’ is a modern love song. It […]

RONAN KEATING Announces headline Belfast show at Botanic Gardens on Friday 5th June
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RONAN KEATING Announces headline Belfast show at Botanic Gardens on Friday 5th June

February 13, 2020 XS Noize

Exactly 20 years after the release of his self-titled, debut solo (& No.1) album, RONAN KEATING has announced a summer tour that will include a Show in Belfast playing Live At Botanic Gardens on Friday […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Grandmother Corn - 'Snowball Season'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Grandmother Corn – ‘Snowball Season’

February 13, 2020 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere the video for Grandmother Corn’s latest track Snowball Season. An upbeat fun song sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face during a miserable cold winter.  Snowball Season […]

TIM BURGESS announces new solo album 'I Love The New Sky' out 22nd May 1
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TIM BURGESS announces new solo album ‘I Love The New Sky’ out 22nd May

February 12, 2020 XS Noize

Tim Burgess has announced news of his new solo album I Love The New Sky released 22nd May via Bella Union. To celebrate the occasion Burgess has shared a fiendishly brilliant video for lead track […]

TEARS FOR FEARS announce 35th anniversary 'Songs From The Big Chair' reissue 1
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TEARS FOR FEARS announce 35th anniversary ‘Songs From The Big Chair’ reissue

February 12, 2020 XS Noize

Spring 2020 sees the 35th anniversary of Tears For Fears iconic ten million-selling album Songs From The Big Chair. The 35th celebrations will include the broadcast of a ‘Classic Album’ documentary on BBC 4 on […]

Irelands Rising Star LYRA Announces Headline Belfast Show
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Irelands Rising Star LYRA Announces Headline Belfast Show

February 12, 2020 XS Noize

Following her Custom House Square Jess Glynne support in 2019, Ireland’s rising star, Lyra is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Oh Yeah Centre on Saturday, April 18th 2020. Having just performed […]

ULTRAÍSTA share ‘Anybody’ from their first new album in eight years
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ULTRAÍSTA share ‘Anybody’ from their first new album in eight years

February 12, 2020 XS Noize

Ultraísta have shared a new track from their first new album in eight years – ‘Sister’ – out March 13th on Partisan Records. “Anybody” weaves an orchestra through the band’s sophisticated, enthralling, electronic pop sound, […]

THE TWANG has announced the release of their brand new album, ‘If Confronted Just Go Mad' 1
Gigs

THE TWANG Announce acoustic tour for 2020

February 12, 2020 XS Noize

Refreshed from a mammoth UK tour with Shed Seven and following the success ‘If Confronted Just Go Mad!’ the latest long-player, The Twang are venturing out across the country yet again for these special shows. […]

SLEEPER & THE BLUETONES Announce Co-Headline 2020 Tour
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SLEEPER & THE BLUETONES Announce Co-Headline 2020 Tour

February 12, 2020 XS Noize

90’s Britpop legends Sleeper and The Bluetones head out on a co-headlining tour in August/September 2020. They will take turns to headline, with an evening filled with classic indie-pop smashes. Both bands will be playing […]

CIRCA WAVES Unveil Video For ‘Sad Happy’ - Watch Now 1
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CIRCA WAVES Unveil Video For ‘Sad Happy’ – Watch Now

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Circa Waves today unveil the video for ‘Sad Happy’, the eponymous first single from the ‘Sad’ side of their album forthcoming album ‘Sad Happy’ (released on 13th March). A banging, soulful track that drives along […]

Keyboard Legend RICK WAKEMAN & THE ENGLISH ROCK ENSEMBLE Return To Prog On New Album “The Red Planet” 1
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Keyboard Legend RICK WAKEMAN & THE ENGLISH ROCK ENSEMBLE Return To Prog On New Album “The Red Planet”

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Keyboard Legend Rick Wakeman & The English Rock Ensemble Return To Prog On New Album “The Red Planet” Keyboard Legend Rick Wakeman & The English Rock Ensemble will be releasing “The Red Planet” on April […]

Belfast-based rockers MASK release belting new live album 'Rock, Drop & Roll'
New Music

Belfast-based rockers MASK release belting new live album ‘Rock, Drop & Roll’

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Belfast-based rockers MASK are back, firing on all cylinders with a belting new live album in tow. Fuelled by ferocious guitar sounds and infectious sing-alongs, the band (fronted by songsmith ‘H’) performed to an audience […]

Indie singer/songwriter MARK HEGAN releases his new single ‘Love, Wait for Me’ on 13th February 2
New Music

Indie singer/songwriter MARK HEGAN releases his new single ‘Love, Wait for Me’ on 13th February

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Indie singer/songwriter from Bangor, County Down Mark Hegan releases his new single ‘Love, Wait for Me’ on 13th February. The song was mastered by Rocky O’Reilly at Start Together Studios, Belfast. Mark has garnered industry […]

Dublin alternative rock band FANGCLUB announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 21st March 1
Gigs

Dublin alternative rock band FANGCLUB announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 21st March

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Dublin alternative rock band, Fangclub are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 21st March 2020. The band released their new album ‘Vulture Culture’ in July of last year. Fangclub spent […]

ALANIS MORISSETTE celebrates the 25th anniversary of Jagged Little Pill with acoustic show at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire
Gigs

ALANIS MORISSETTE celebrates the 25th anniversary of Jagged Little Pill with acoustic show at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alanis Morissette announced a very special intimate and acoustic show at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Jagged Little Pill. Since 1995, Alanis Morissette has been […]

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