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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

          September 30, 2025

          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
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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
          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 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

          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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          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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          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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          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
          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

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          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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BROCKHAMPTON announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday, May 26th 2020
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BROCKHAMPTON announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday, May 26th 2020

December 9, 2019 XS Noize

American rap collective BROCKHAMPTON are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday, May 26th 2020. The European tour announcement follows the boyband’s standout set at Tyler, The Creator’s 8th […]

WHITE LIES headline Stand Up To Cancer at Union Chapel on 11th February 2020 1
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WHITE LIES headline Stand Up To Cancer at Union Chapel on 11th February 2020

December 9, 2019 XS Noize

Following an incredible show in January 2019, which saw this year’s breakout star Lewis Capaldi amongst a plethora of incredible musical talent taking to the stage, White Lies are today announced to headline Stand Up […]

DURAN DURAN announce outdoor performance at St Anne’s Park, Dublin on Sunday 7th June 2020 1
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DURAN DURAN announce outdoor performance at St Anne’s Park, Dublin on Sunday 7th June 2020

December 9, 2019 XS Noize

Duran Duran have announced their highly anticipated return to Ireland with an outdoor performance at St Anne’s Park, Dublin on Sunday 7th June 2020, in support of the release of their next studio album. British […]

CROWDED HOUSE reunites for first European tour in more than ten years
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CROWDED HOUSE reunites for first European tour in more than ten years

December 9, 2019 XS Noize

To the surprise and delight of longtime loyal fans, Crowded House announced today that they will tour Europe this summer. The tour will visit some of Europe’s most iconic venues along with featured performances at […]

LIAM GALLAGHER announces his biggest Belfast show to date at Boucher Road Playing Fields on August 19th 2020
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LIAM GALLAGHER announces his biggest Belfast show to date at Boucher Road Playing Fields on August 19th 2020

December 9, 2019 XS Noize

Following his two SOLD OUT Dublin 3 Arena shows, Liam Gallagher has announced his biggest ever Belfast show to date at Boucher Road Playing Fields on August 19th 2020 Liam Gallagher’s eagerly anticipated second album […]

LONGITUDE returns to Marlay Park this summer from Friday July 3rd to Sunday July 5th 2020
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LONGITUDE returns to Marlay Park this summer from Friday July 3rd to Sunday July 5th 2020

December 6, 2019 XS Noize

Longitude returns to Marlay Park this summer from Friday, July 3rd to Sunday, July 5th 2020. The first round of acts are as follows. Kendrick Lamar will headline the Friday night of Longitude. Indisputably the […]

SAM LEE releases a new single, ‘The Moon Shines Bright’ featuring ELIZABETH FRASER
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SAM LEE releases a new single, ‘The Moon Shines Bright’ featuring ELIZABETH FRASER

December 6, 2019 XS Noize

Sam Lee today releases a new single, ‘The Moon Shines Bright’, featuring a rare guest appearance from renowned vocalist Elizabeth Fraser (Cocteau Twins). It is the second track to emerge from Mercury Prize-nominee Lee’s forthcoming […]

HINDS announce a UK and European tour for 2020
Gigs

HINDS announce a UK and European tour for 2020

December 6, 2019 XS Noize

Earlier this week, Hinds – Amber Grimbergen, Ana Perrote, Carlotta Cosials and Ade Martin – announced their return with ‘ Riding Solo ’, a raucously energising first bite from a forthcoming third album. Watch the […]

THE STRANGLERS announce a headline show at the Telegraph Building, Belfast on Saturday May 30th 2020
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THE STRANGLERS announce a headline show at the Telegraph Building, Belfast on Saturday May 30th 2020

December 6, 2019 XS Noize

UK rock legends The Stranglers are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Telegraph Building, Belfast with special guests on Saturday, May 30th 2020. With a career spanning four decades, The Stranglers are […]

FEET Share New Single ‘Vegetarian Christmas’ - Watch Now
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FEET Share New Single ‘Vegetarian Christmas’ – Watch Now

December 6, 2019 XS Noize

Following the recent announcement of their very own Clapped Records Christmas Party later this month, FEET are feeling the festive cheer and are today releasing a new single titled ‘Vegetarian Christmas’, a jangly ode to […]

AEROSMITH announce dates for their 2020 European Tour
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AEROSMITH announce dates for their 2020 European Tour

December 6, 2019 XS Noize

Today Four-time GRAMMY ® -winning band Aerosmith have announced dates for their 2020 European Tour, beginning on Saturday, 13 June in Milan, Italy at the iDays Festival before continuing on throughout the rest of Europe, […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Paul Lynch - 'Friends First, Lovers Second'
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TRACK PREMIERE: Paul Lynch – ‘Friends First, Lovers Second’

December 6, 2019 XS Noize

Following radio buzz and media support for his previous singles earlier this year, genre-mashing London singer-songwriter Paul Lynch is back today with another new track – the dramatic and sweeping Friends First, Lovers Second. The […]

SEATBELTS drop video to 'BLACK SPRING' produced by EDWYN COLLINS
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SEATBELTS drop video to ‘BLACK SPRING’ produced by EDWYN COLLINS

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Written earlier this year, and recorded in the Scottish Highlands and produced by the king of indie – Edwyn Collins – ‘Black Spring’ is the band’s first single to be released since ‘Spanish Songs’ from […]

BILLIE EILISH makes directional debut with official music video for 'xanny' - Watch Now
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BILLIE EILISH makes directional debut with official music video for ‘xanny’ – Watch Now

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Six-time Grammy Award® nominee Billie Eilish has made her directorial debut with the official music video for ‘xanny.’ Billie revealed today: “I’m very excited to share my directorial debut. Visuals are so important to me, […]

Radiohead’s ED O’BRIEN releases near-nine minute song & short film under EOB moniker
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Radiohead’s ED O’BRIEN releases near-nine minute song & short film under EOB moniker

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Following the non-LP teaser “Santa Teresa”—hailed as “beautifully ambient” by NPR—Ed O’Brien of Radiohead has unveiled the first impression of his debut album under the moniker of EOB. Written by O’Brien, “Brasil” is a near […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Paul Vickers & The Leg - 'X-Mas In The Jungle'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Paul Vickers & The Leg – ‘X-Mas In The Jungle’

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Paul Vickers & The Leg release their new album ‘Jump’ on 6 December, the album will coincide with the release of their very own Christmas single, ‘X-Mas In The Jungle’ also on 6 December. At […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Killing Eve Seasons 1 & 2 - Original Series Soundtrack
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Killing Eve Seasons 1 & 2 – Original Series Soundtrack

December 5, 2019 Lee Campbell

David Holmes spearheads this collective effort to brilliantly capture the essence of the award-winning ‘Killing Eve’ series in these dual-release soundtracks. The menace and playful brutality of the female lead character is just pouring out […]

Top names from the music industry are lined up to speak at Ireland’s largest music conference, ‘OUTPUT BELFAST’ on Thursday 13 February 2020
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Top names from the music industry are lined up to speak at Ireland’s largest music conference, ‘OUTPUT BELFAST’ on Thursday 13 February 2020

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Top names from the global music industry are lined up to speak at Ireland’s largest music conference, ‘Output Belfast’ on Thursday 13 February 2020. Organised by Belfast City Council, the conference will include panel discussions, […]

INTERVIEW: Editors' Ed Lay on Best-Of Album 'Black Gold' 1
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EDITORS release Black Gold (Zamilska Remix) – Listen Now

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Polish experimental producer Zamilska provides a raw and metallic remix of Editors ‘Black Gold’ on Play It Again Sam. Respected for her difficult to categorise productions that join the dots between techno, noise and electronica, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Modern Hinterland - 'The Lights'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Modern Hinterland – ‘The Lights’

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Modern Hinterland’s new album ‘The Longest Part of the Night’ is due for release on January 31st 2020 on Label Fandango. Following swiftly on from 2018’s ‘The Hoppings’ (which received support from Spotify’s New Music […]

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