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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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          The Cure Announce Biggest-Ever Belfast Show at Belsonic 2026

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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
          Album Reviews

          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
          Album Reviews

          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
          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 […]

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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
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          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: 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

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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
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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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FIELD MUSIC share new single 'Beyond That of Courtesy' - Listen Now
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FIELD MUSIC share new single ‘Beyond That of Courtesy’ – Listen Now

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

Field Music share “Beyond That of Courtesy”, the new single taken from the forthcoming new album Making A New World, a 19 track song cycle about the after-effects of the First World War. Released through […]

FEEDER release new video for single 'Daily Habit' + announce in store shows for August
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FEEDER announce live dates in April 2020

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

Following the success of their tenth studio album Tallulah, and an exceptionally received UK tour culminating with two sold-out shows at the Roundhouse in London, which the Daily Star described as a “Stunning & heartfelt […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Moods - 'Strong - "Unplugged"
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VIDEO PREMIERE: The Moods – ‘Strong – “Unplugged”

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

An exquisite urban ballad for Christmas 2019. ‘Strong – “Unplugged”, the new single from, The Moods, 9 strong, UK, urban collective. A song about struggle, hardship & overcoming personal adversity & challenges. Reflecting on how […]

THE BELOVED: Special Edition of rare debut album 'Where It Is' to be released January 31 on New State Music 1
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THE BELOVED: Special Edition of rare debut album ‘Where It Is’ to be released January 31 on New State Music

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

On January 31, 2020, New State Music will release a Special Edition of The Beloved’s 1987 debut album ‘Where It Is’. Although best knows as a pioneering 90s dance/electronica act with hits like “Sweet Harmony”, […]

LA post-punk trio AUTOMATIC announce UK tour dates for February 2020
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LA post-punk trio AUTOMATIC announce UK tour dates for February 2020

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

LA post-punk trio Automatic have announced a UK tour, with over 15 dates in February 2020. Since the release of their Stones Throw debut album Signal in September, the band has soundtracked Hedi Slimane’s Paris […]

US Rock band CLUTCH announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Tuesday 21st July 2020
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US Rock band CLUTCH announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Tuesday 21st July 2020

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

US Rock band CLUTCH are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Tuesday 21st July 2020. The band recently released “Fortunate Son.” The single is the fourth in a series […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: haha charade - 'Seasons'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: haha charade – ‘Seasons’

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

The haha charade story began from humble beginnings of playing in basements, living rooms, and garages. The band’s cult following that was growing, lead to haha charade’s debut show in the Philadelphia area during the […]

IN FOCUS// Primal Scream @ Ulster Hall, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Primal Scream @ Ulster Hall, Belfast

December 11, 2019 Conor Kinahan

Glaswegian Rock Legend’s Primal Scream with support from Dublin Based Group Somebody’s Child, took to the stage at Belfast’s Ulster Hall to deliver exactly what it said on the Tin, Maximum Rock and Roll. Take […]

‘Electronic’ by ELECTRONIC is to be reissued as a limited edition white vinyl on 24 January
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‘Electronic’ by ELECTRONIC is to be reissued as a limited edition white vinyl on 24 January

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

‘Electronic’ by Electronic is to be reissued as a limited edition white vinyl on 24 January 2020 available exclusively through Rhino.co.uk as well as on black vinyl through all other retailers. For the first time […]

BRIAN FALLON announces new album 'Local Honey' & 2020 UK Tour Dates 1
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BRIAN FALLON announces new album ‘Local Honey’ & 2020 UK Tour Dates

December 10, 2019 XS Noize

Brian Fallon has released his new single “You Have Stolen My Heart,” available today at all digital music retailers and streaming services. “You Have Stolen My Heart” heralds Fallon’s eagerly awaited new album, LOCAL HONEY, […]

Guide in Choosing Your First Stringed Instrument
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Guide in Choosing Your First Stringed Instrument

December 10, 2019 XS Noize

You may be someone who enjoys classical and acoustic music a lot and desires to learn how to play a musical instrument but doesn’t know where to start. Or you may be a parent who […]

THE WHO announce they will play one of their smallest live shows in over 40 years
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THE WHO announce they will play one of their smallest live shows in over 40 years

December 10, 2019 XS Noize

To celebrate the release of ‘WHO’ The Who’s ‘best album since 1975’ The Who have announced they will play one of their smallest live shows in over 40 years. The date at Pryzm in Kingston […]

BROCKHAMPTON announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday, May 26th 2020
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WIN: Tickets to see BROCKHAMPTON @ the Ulster Hall Belfast on Tuesday, May 26th 2020

December 10, 2019 XS Noize

American rap collective BROCKHAMPTON are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday, May 26th 2020. XS Noize is giving away tickets to the show. For a chance to win, […]

SAM FENDER releases brand new track 'All Is On My Side' - Listen Now
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SAM FENDER releases brand new track ‘All Is On My Side’ – Listen Now

December 10, 2019 XS Noize

Sam Fender is pleased to share a brand new track, All Is On My Side, as he readies himself for the first of two nights at Brixton Academy this evening. The song has been a […]

IN FOCUS// We Are Scientists @ Manchester Ritz 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// We Are Scientists @ Manchester Ritz

December 10, 2019 Clair McAllister

New York’s indie cult band We Are Scientists played an amazing show at Manchester Ritz, on 09/12/19. Clair McAllister was on hand to take these fantastic images. Check out more images from Clair McAllister on […]

Dundalk five-piece JUST MUSTARD play a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on 11th December 1
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Dundalk five-piece JUST MUSTARD play a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on 11th December

December 10, 2019 XS Noize

Dundalk five-piece Just Mustard are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on 11th December 2019. Comprised of vocalist Katie Ball, guitarists David Noonan (also backing vox) and Mete Kalyon, bassist Rob Clarke […]

IN FOCUS// Snow Patrol - Reworked Tour @ Waterfront Hall, Belfast 7
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Snow Patrol – Reworked Tour @ Waterfront Hall, Belfast

December 9, 2019 Conor Kinahan

Snow Patrol was one of the first artists that I experienced in the first stages of my musical journey and tonight they took not only me but the entire Waterfront Hall on a journey both […]

Radiohead’s ED O’BRIEN releases near-nine minute song & short film under EOB moniker
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Radiohead’s ED O’BRIEN confirms details of four intimate North American shows

December 9, 2019 XS Noize

Radiohead’s Ed O’Brien has confirmed details of the North American debut of EOB’s live incarnation: EOB will play intimate shows in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Toronto in February 2020. These exclusive events will […]

STEREOPHONICS announce a special London gig at the O2 Forum Kentish Town, hosted by Absolute Radio on 21st January
Gigs

STEREOPHONICS announce a special London gig at the O2 Forum Kentish Town, hosted by Absolute Radio on 21st January

December 9, 2019 XS Noize

Stereophonics have announced that they will play a special London gig at the O2 Forum Kentish Town, hosted by Absolute Radio. Taking place on 21st January, it will be a chance to see the band […]

TAME IMPALA Announce Major North American Tour
Gigs

TAME IMPALA Announce Major North American Tour

December 9, 2019 XS Noize

Tame Impala (Kevin Parker) will release his fourth studio album, The Slow Rush on February 14 (Interscope), and today he announces a full North American tour in support of the album. The tour kicks off […]

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