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          Electro Icons Kraftwerk Return: First UK Tour in Nearly a Decade – Belfast Waterfront Hall, May 18 2026

          October 3, 2025

          After recently completing a hugely successful worldwide concert tour including a festival-stealing appearance at Coachella, Kraftwerk legend Ralf Hütter is pleased to announce a new UK and Ireland tour for 2026, their first UK tour […]

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          Huartan Bring Award-Winning ‘Tradtronica’ Sound to Mandela Hall, Belfast – October 24th

          October 2, 2025

          Winners of the NI Music Prize 2024 Live Act of the Year, Belfast-based ‘tradtronica’ group Huartan have been breathing new life into ancient words and melodies. Since 2023, they have been captivating audiences with their […]

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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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          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 […]

          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 […]

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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
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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
          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 […]

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        • 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 […]

          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
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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, […]

          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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JON HOPKINS shares new piano composition 'Scene Suspended' - Listen Now
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JON HOPKINS shares new piano composition ‘Scene Suspended’ – Listen Now

February 6, 2020 XS Noize

Ahead of his forthcoming Polarity Tour, Jon Hopkins has shared “Scene Suspended”, a brand new piano composition for 2020, first played live by Hopkins at his sold-out Sydney Opera House show last month. The piece […]

TRACK PREMIERE: ENOLA FALL Return with Driving New Indie Rock Single ‘BE FINE’
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TRACK PREMIERE: ENOLA FALL Return with Driving New Indie Rock Single ‘BE FINE’

February 6, 2020 XS Noize

After a year spent touring their Bloodhound LP in the USA, Australia and their home territory of Tasmania, indie-rockers Enola Fall are back today with their new single Be Fine. The new song serves as […]

BOB MARLEY'S 75th birthday plans begin with new music video for 'Redemption Song' - Watch Now
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BOB MARLEY’S 75th birthday plans begin with new music video for ‘Redemption Song’ – Watch Now

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

The Marley family, UMe and Island Records have begun to roll out their yearlong MARLEY75 commemorative plans in celebration of the legendary cultural icon, Bob Marley’s 75th birthday and 40th anniversary of the timeless classic […]

SHARON VAN ETTEN shares video for new single 'Beaten Down' - Watch Now
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SHARON VAN ETTEN shares video for new single ‘Beaten Down’ – Watch Now

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

Sharon Van Etten follows 2019’s Remind Me Tomorrow with a new single, “Beaten Down,” and its gorgeous accompanying video. “‘Beaten Down’ is about love, patience and empathy,” says Van Etten. “It’s about making life-changing choices […]

JOE PURDY announces a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 18th April 2020
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JOE PURDY announces a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 18th April 2020

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

The internationally acclaimed folk artist, Joe Purdy is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 18th April 2020. Joe has released fourteen albums since leaving his home state of Arkansas. His […]

JEHNNY BETH Announces Debut Solo Record ‘To Love Is To Live’ Out May 8th 1
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JEHNNY BETH Announces Debut Solo Record ‘To Love Is To Live’ Out May 8th

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

Songwriter, singer, and multi-disciplinary artist Jehnny Beth will release her debut solo album, To Love Is To Live, on May 8th, 2020 via Caroline Records. The record, which was recorded in Los Angeles, London, and […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB share video for new single 'All I Hear'
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB share video for new single ‘All I Hear’

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

The Slow Readers Club have shared the video for their new single, ‘All I Hear’, the first track to be taken from their upcoming fourth album, The Joy Of The Return, out March 20th via […]

ORBITAL announced as part of AVA BELFAST 2020 at new outdoor multi-stage festival site at Boucher Road Fields 1
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ORBITAL announced as part of AVA BELFAST 2020 at new outdoor multi-stage festival site at Boucher Road Fields

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

AVA Belfast returns across 4 days at the end of May, encompassing a free conference at The Mac, arts exhibition, installations and a new outdoor ticketed multi-stage festival site located at Boucher Road Fields. The […]

JAMES BLUNT Reveals New Single ‘Halfway’ ft. WARD THOMAS
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JAMES BLUNT Reveals New Single ‘Halfway’ ft. WARD THOMAS

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

In the lead up to his UK headline tour, James Blunt today reveals a surprise new version for his next single ‘Halfway’, which now features a duet with the country-pop duo, Ward Thomas. The original […]

Join ALAN McGEE Co-founder of Creation Records & who discovered OASIS live in conversation
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Join ALAN McGEE Co-founder of Creation Records & who discovered OASIS live in conversation

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

ALAN McGEE is the outspoken, maverick genius behind the mighty Creation Records and has worked with some of the most significant bands of the last 30 years including Oasis, Primal Scream, My Bloody Valentine, the […]

DANIEL MERRIWEATHER releases incredible new single ‘PARADISE’ - Listen Now
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DANIEL MERRIWEATHER releases incredible new single ‘PARADISE’ – Listen Now

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Australian artist DANIEL MERRIWEATHER releases brand new solo material with his incredible new single ‘PARADISE’. Listen BELOW. A brand new live date has also been announced at London’s Omeara for April 9th, tickets available here. […]

London 3-piece INDIAN QUEENS release a video for their brand new single ‘Bubblewrap’ - Watch Now
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London 3-piece INDIAN QUEENS release a video for their brand new single ‘Bubblewrap’ – Watch Now

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

London 3-piece Indian Queens have released a video for their brand new single ‘Bubblewrap’. The track is taken from their forthcoming debut album ‘God Is A Woman’, due to be released on Cool Thing Records […]

INTERVIEW: Tim Wheeler on Teenage Wildlife: 25 Years Of Ash 3
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ASH announce run of Feb in-store appearances

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

On the eve of their nattily titled Teenage Wildlife: 25 Years Of Ash collection, ASH are pleased to announce details of a short run of in-store appearances throughout the album’s week of release. The band […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Learn the recipe for a make-up sandwich in the video for new ARABNORMAL single ‘Digital Veil’
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Learn the recipe for a make-up sandwich in the video for new ARABNORMAL single ‘Digital Veil’

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

After 3 albums Antwerp’s noisiest outfit The Hickey Underworld evaporated. They never announced a breakup, they just ceased to be… but the genie’s back out of the bottle. Well sorta… Frontman and main songwriter Younes […]

KING NUN announce a huge UK headline tour for February 2020
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KING NUN announce a huge UK headline tour for February 2020

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

KING NUN have announced a huge UK headline tour for February 2020. The dates come in the wake of the band’s acclaimed debut album MASS, which was released through the iconic Dirty Hit in October […]

GOO GOO DOLLS release new live concert video for 'Autumn Leaves'
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GOO GOO DOLLS release new live concert video for ‘Autumn Leaves’

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

Today, multi-platinum, four-time GRAMMY-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls have released a vibrant new live concert video for “Autumn Leaves”, a standout track from their 12th studio album Miracle Pill (Warner Records) that has become […]

DRUMCODE founder ADAM BEYER to headline Custom House Square on Saturday 15th August
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DRUMCODE founder ADAM BEYER to headline Custom House Square on Saturday 15th August

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

Following the SOLD OUT Shine @ Custom House Square show in August 2018, SHINE announces its return on Saturday 15th August 2020 for a special showcase of Techno powerhouse label DRUMCODE. Headlining is Drumcode founder […]

POLIÇA - Share new video for 'Steady' ahead of UK tour
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POLIÇA – Share new video for ‘Steady’ ahead of UK tour

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

After releasing their new LP ‘When We Stay Alive’ last week via Memphis Industries, Poliça are sharing a new video for album standout track “Steady”. The band will be touring across the UK this month […]

SPICE GIRLS Re-release "Spice World" and "Greatest Hits" on vinyl
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SPICE GIRLS Re-release “Spice World” and “Greatest Hits” on vinyl

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

The era-defining, history-making, best-selling female group of all time today announce the re-release of Spiceworld and The Greatest Hits on vinyl – the ultimate Mother’s Day gifts. The vinyl will be available from Friday, March […]

NOEL GALLAGHERS HIGH FLYING BIRDS release brand new single 'Wandering Star' - Listen Now
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS to play Eden Sessions

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds have been announced as the latest headliners for the 2020 Eden Sessions. They will play at the home of the famous Biomes on Tuesday, June 23 rd 2020, accompanied by […]

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