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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
          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
          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 […]

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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 […]

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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
          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
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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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        • 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
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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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        • Moon Panda
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          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
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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
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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, […]

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Belfast pays tribute to Quiet Arch label founder, Lyndon Stephens
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Belfast pays tribute to Quiet Arch label founder, Lyndon Stephens

January 12, 2020 Daniel Lynch

The passing of Lyndon Stephens, who founded Belfast based label Quiet Arch, was marked with a celebration of the music he helped create at Belfast’s Empire Music Hall. The Goodbye Quiet Arch event was initially […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Georgia - Seeking Thrills
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Georgia – Seeking Thrills

January 10, 2020 Gareth O'Malley

The stark contrast between the two eras of Georgia Barnes’s musical output to date can be seen even in the cover art for her albums. Whereas her 2015 self-titled debut album as Georgia was adorned […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Casey Conroy - 'Best Shoes'
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TRACK PREMIERE: Casey Conroy – ‘Best Shoes’

January 10, 2020 XS Noize

A vulnerable, exposed track, “Best Shoes” is written for all of us that constantly get up in the morning, put out best foot forward, and yet the world just knocks us back down. Getting to […]

ST. VINCENT remixes BECK track 'Uneventful Days' - Listen Now
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ST. VINCENT remixes BECK track ‘Uneventful Days’ – Listen Now

January 10, 2020 XS Noize

St. Vincent a/k/a Annie Clark has unfolded new dimensions of “Uneventful Days” a/k/a “quite possibly the best song Beck has made since Morning Phase” (STEREOGUM) from seven-time GRAMMY-winner Beck’s current album Hyperspace a/k/a “his best […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Rivita - 'Someone Else’s Arms'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Rivita – ‘Someone Else’s Arms’

January 10, 2020 XS Noize

Someone Else’s Arms is the current single from Rivita. The single was named Single of the Month on BBC London’s Sunny & Shay weekend in December 2019. Her music has been featured by iconic platforms […]

MORRISSEY announces new album 'I Am Not A Dog On A Chain' - out March 20th
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MORRISSEY announces new album ‘I Am Not A Dog On A Chain’ – out March 20th

January 10, 2020 XS Noize

Morrissey is set to release his 13th solo studio album, ‘I Am Not A Dog On A Chain’, on March 20th. The album represents his third release via BMG and follows last year’s covers album […]

THE SCRIPT share video for their new single ‘Run Through Walls’ - Watch Now
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THE SCRIPT share video for their new single ‘Run Through Walls’ – Watch Now

January 10, 2020 XS Noize

The Script are back at the top of their game with their new album ‘Sunsets & Full Moons’. The album shot straight to #1 in the UK and has over 49 million streams already, a […]

Acclaimed guitarist, composer, producer CORY WONG releases new album ‘Elevator Music For An Elevated Mood’
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Acclaimed guitarist, composer, producer CORY WONG releases new album ‘Elevator Music For An Elevated Mood’

January 10, 2020 XS Noize

Cory Wong – acclaimed guitarist, composer, producer (and Vulfpeck band member) – has released his new album ‘Elevator Music For An Elevated Mood’. The album’s lead single, ‘Golden’ feat. Cody Fry is out now – […]

INTERVIEW: “UFO’s, Happy Monday’s and Black Grape, An interesting evening with Shaun Ryder” 3
Interviews

INTERVIEW: “UFO’s, Happy Monday’s and Black Grape, An interesting evening with Shaun Ryder”

January 10, 2020 XS Noize

An Evening with Shaun Ryder begins on Saturday night at the Sugar Club in Dublin. The evening features an in-depth interview with the man himself, about his years in Happy Mondays & Black Grape, the […]

KING KARTEL announce the release of their brand new single ‘Be Mine’, out 7th February
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KING KARTEL announce the release of their brand new single ‘Be Mine’, out 7th February

January 9, 2020 XS Noize

KING KARTEL have announced the release of their brand new single ‘Be Mine’, out 7th February. In celebration of the track, the band will also play a single launch party at Manchester’s Club Academy on […]

INTERVIEW: Thomas White of The Electric Soft Parade, "I feel like we have made the record of our lifetime" 2
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INTERVIEW: Thomas White of The Electric Soft Parade, “I feel like we have made the record of our lifetime”

January 9, 2020 XS Noize

Thomas and Alex White return with their 5th album as The Electric Soft Parade, Stages deals with the passing of Thomas and Alex’s mother. These 7 expansive tracks transcend their roots in grief, reaching through […]

SQUAREPUSHER shares new single, 'Nervelevers' - Listen Now
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SQUAREPUSHER shares new single, ‘Nervelevers’ – Listen Now

January 8, 2020 XS Noize

Squarepusher will return with a long-awaited album Be Up A Hello, released on the 31st of January, and his new single, “Nervelevers,” is out now. “Nervelevers” breakneck breakbeats recall classic moments from Squarepusher’s much-loved catalogue, […]

AMYL AND THE SNIFFERS Announce North American Spring Tour, Including Coachella
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AMYL AND THE SNIFFERS Announce North American Spring Tour, Including Coachella

January 8, 2020 XS Noize

Australian punk rockers Amyl and The Sniffers ‘ electrifying live shows are fast becoming the stuff of legend, and this April they’ll be hitting the stage at Coachella, followed by a cross-country North American tour.  […]

WIRE - Share new single 'Primed & Ready' from new album 'Mind Hive'
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WIRE – Share new single ‘Primed & Ready’ from new album ‘Mind Hive’

January 8, 2020 XS Noize

Today WIRE have shared the second single from their new album, ‘Mind Hive’, which is set for release on January 24th 2020 via the band’s own label pinkflag. The band’s seventeenth studio album sees the […]

DESTROYER Shares video for latest single ‘Cue Synthesizer'
Gigs

DESTROYER Shares video for latest single ‘Cue Synthesizer’

January 8, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Destroyer shares “Cue Synthesizer,” the latest single from the upcoming album Have We Met, out on January 31st on Dead Oceans. The news also arrives before tours of North America and Europe later in […]

FONTAINES D.C. Share new video for 'Liberty Belle' - Watch Now
Gigs

FONTAINES D.C. Share new video for ‘Liberty Belle’ – Watch Now

January 8, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Dublin’s FONTAINES D.C. have shared a new video for their fan favourite single ‘Liberty Belle’. The video celebrates an incendiary 2019 for the band which saw them release their debut album ‘Dogrel’ to critical […]

Parlophone Records announce DAVID BOWIE IS IT ANY WONDER? a six-track EP of unreleased and rare tracks
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Parlophone Records announce DAVID BOWIE IS IT ANY WONDER? a six-track EP of unreleased and rare tracks

January 8, 2020 XS Noize

Parlophone Records is proud to announce DAVID BOWIE IS IT ANY WONDER? a six-track EP of unreleased and rare tracks to be released over six weeks. The first of these is a previously unreleased version […]

JAH WOBBLE & YOUTH team up to release a new album ‘Acid Punk Dub Apocalypse’ out  28th of February 2020
Gigs

JAH WOBBLE & YOUTH team up to release a new album ‘Acid Punk Dub Apocalypse’ out 28th of February 2020

January 8, 2020 XS Noize

Post-punk innovators, Jah Wobble and Youth have teamed up to release a new album on Cadiz Music licensed exclusively from the Youth Sounds label on the 28th of February 2020. ‘Acid Punk Dub Apocalypse’ was […]

TAYLOR HAWKINS & THE COATTAIL RIDERS unveil brand new video for 'Middle Child'
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TAYLOR HAWKINS & THE COATTAIL RIDERS unveil brand new video for ‘Middle Child’

January 7, 2020 XS Noize

Taylor Hawkins & The Coattail Riders ring in the new year with a brand new video for “Middle Child,” the “blown-out and over-the-top rocker” (STEREOGUM) from the LOUDWIRE 50 Best Rock Albums of 2019 charting […]

ASH share brand-new single 'Darkest Hour of The Night' - Listen Now
Gigs

ASH share brand-new single ‘Darkest Hour of The Night’ – Listen Now

January 7, 2020 XS Noize

Having announced the career-spanning Teenage Wildlife: 25 Years Of Ash, released on February 14th Irish trio ASH are pleased to see in 2012 with new track Darkest Hour Of The Night. Penned once again by […]

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