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          Teddy Swims Announces Huge Belsonic 2026 Headline Show – June 22nd

          September 29, 2025

          GRAMMY-nominated vocal powerhouse Teddy Swims today announces a run of outdoor shows and festivals across the UK and Ireland for summer 2026. Kicking off at Isle of Wight Festival on June 20, Swims will then […]

          Calvin Harris
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          Superstar DJ Calvin Harris Set for Belfast Vital 2026 Return

          September 29, 2025

          Renowned DJ and producer Calvin Harris has announced his biggest headline show in Belfast to date at Belfast Vital, Boucher Road Playing Fields on Saturday, 22nd August, featuring special guests. Producer, DJ and songwriter Calvin […]

          SUPER FURRY ANIMALS
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          Super Furry Animals Are Back! First UK & Ireland Tour in a Decade Announced for 2026

          September 29, 2025

          SUPER FURRY ANIMALS return to re-open the door into their world of ageless, multicoloured melody and offbeat phantasia, surprising fans by announcing SIX SUPACABRA BRITAIN & IRELAND TOUR DATES opening at Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre on Wed 6 May 2026. Leaping into […]

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          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Hause – …and the Mermaid
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Hause – …And The Mermaid

          September 26, 2025

          Dave Hause, a veteran of the Philadelphia punk scene, first made his mark fronting The Loved Ones before launching his solo career in 2011. Over the years, his work has spanned everything from hardcore to […]

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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
          Classic Albums

          ‘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
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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
          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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        • 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
          Podcasts

          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 […]

          Divine Comedy
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          The Divine Comedy’s Neil Hannon on “Rainy Sunday Afternoon” | XS Noize Podcast #245

          September 16, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube In Episode #245 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Neil Hannon — the brilliant mind behind The Divine Comedy — for a revealing conversation about his new […]

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ASH share new video for classic track 'Petrol' - Watch Now
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ASH share new video for classic track ‘Petrol’ – Watch Now

November 26, 2019 XS Noize

Following the recent announcement of their career-spanning, Teenage Wildlife: 25 Years Of Ash, the Irish trio are pleased to share a brand new video montage for Petrol. The track, originally released in 1994, was part […]

MK (marc kinchen) announces his largest Belfast headline show at Belsonic, Ormeau Park on Saturday, June 27th 2020
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MK (marc kinchen) announces his largest Belfast headline show at Belsonic, Ormeau Park on Saturday, June 27th 2020

November 26, 2019 XS Noize

Producer, remixer, DJ and Area10 label boss, MK (marc kinchen) is pleased to announce his largest Belfast headline show to date at Belsonic, Ormeau Park on Saturday, June 27th 2020 with special guests Hannah Wants, […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Zoe Konez & Antonio Lulic - 'Echo'
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TRACK PREMIERE: Zoe Konez & Antonio Lulic – ‘Echo’

November 26, 2019 XS Noize

Singer-songwriters Zoe Konez and Antonio Lulic combine on the rousing alternative-pop anthem “Echo”. Drawing on influences from Zoe’s indie background and Antonio’s stadium-filling pop tones, it’s an epic piece of pop-fusion that details a longing […]

KAISER CHIEFS announce new live shows after selling out 2020 UK arena dates
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KAISER CHIEFS announce new live shows after selling out 2020 UK arena dates

November 25, 2019 XS Noize

Having recently completed a South American stadium tour with Muse last month, Kaiser Chiefs announce two brand new live dates for summer 2020. The band are set to play a second date at Halifax Piece […]

London-based trio ULTRAÍSTA to release their first album of new music in seven years in 2020 1
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London-based trio ULTRAÍSTA to release their first album of new music in seven years in 2020

November 25, 2019 XS Noize

London-based trio ULTRAÍSTA – consisting of vocalist/producer Laura Bettinson (FEMME, lau.ra), multi-instrumentalist/producer Nigel Godrich (Radiohead, Thom Yorke) and drummer/producer Joey Waronker (Beck, R.E.M., Atoms for Peace) – have signed to Partisan Records and will release […]

Fast emerging singer-songwriter LILLA VARGEN to play London, Belfast & Dublin shows in November
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Fast emerging singer-songwriter LILLA VARGEN to play London, Belfast & Dublin shows in November

November 25, 2019 XS Noize

Having wowed fans and media alike with recent single releases Why Wait and Solitary, fast emerging singer-songwriter Lilla Vargen is delighted to announce that she will be joining Dermot Kennedy as direct support on his […]

TWENTY ØNE PILØTS - Announce their biggest Irish headline show yet
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TWENTY ØNE PILØTS – Announce their biggest Irish headline show yet

November 25, 2019 XS Noize

After the massive success of their incredible sold-out shows at 3ARENA Dublin and SSE ARENA Belfast earlier this year, Twenty One Pilots return for their biggest Irish headline yet at SUMMER IN THE CITY, RDS […]

IN FOCUS: Tin Man Heart Presents: Aaron Shanley + Taylor Johnson + Jaxson + I Am Muir @ The Sunflower Pub, Belfast 2
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS: Tin Man Heart Presents: Aaron Shanley + Taylor Johnson + Jaxson + I Am Muir @ The Sunflower Pub, Belfast

November 24, 2019 Bernie McAllister

The second instalment of collaboration gigs between XS Noize and Tin Man Heart brought a stellar line up of acts to Belfast’s Sunflower Bar on 22nd November. This time focusing on singer/songwriters, Aaron Shanley, Taylor Johnson […]

JC STEWART shares his new single ‘The Wrong Ones’ - Listen Now
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JC STEWART shares his new single ‘The Wrong Ones’ – Listen Now

November 24, 2019 XS Noize

An undeniable rising star who’s destined for much bigger things in 2020, JC Stewart’s music focuses on the essential traits of world-class songwriting. His approach is about communication; stripping back a sentiment and a melody […]

RAZORLIGHT BJORN AGAIN - Original guitarist re-joins band for December tour
Gigs

RAZORLIGHT BJORN AGAIN – Original guitarist re-joins band for December tour

November 23, 2019 XS Noize

Razorlight have announced that original member Bjorn Agren will re-join the band for their upcoming December UK tour alongside the addition of new members Ben Ellis (bass) and Mat Hector (drums), the rhythm section of […]

Watch COLDPLAY'S Beautiful SUNRISE AND SUNSET Performances in Jordan
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Watch COLDPLAY’S Beautiful SUNRISE AND SUNSET Performances in Jordan

November 23, 2019 XS Noize

Coldplay has just completed two stunning, live-streamed performances in Jordan. Yesterday, the band gave two unprecedented live performances in Amman, Jordan – on top of the capital’s ancient Citadel – one at sunrise, the other […]

IN FOCUS: Lewis Capaldi @ Ulster Hall, Belfast 3
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS: Lewis Capaldi @ Ulster Hall, Belfast

November 23, 2019 Conor Kinahan

It’s a cold November’s night with the rain beating down and the wind ready to cut you in two, but with one of the hottest act’s of 2019 about to take the stage in front […]

PAUL HEATON & JACQUI ABBOTT return to Belfast's Ulster Hall on Sat 11th April
Gigs

PAUL HEATON & JACQUI ABBOTT return to Belfast’s Ulster Hall on Sat 11th April

November 22, 2019 XS Noize

Following the announcement of their fourth studio album ​‘Manchester Calling’​, ​Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott have announced an Irish tour. ​Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott ​will play Galway’s Leisureland on April 9th 2020, Dublin’s 3Arena […]

PET SHOP BOYS announce ‘Burning the Heather' single package feat: Bernard Butler
Gigs

PET SHOP BOYS announce ‘Burning the Heather’ single package feat: Bernard Butler

November 22, 2019 XS Noize

Pet Shop Boys have today announced the single package for their current single, ‘Burning the heather (radio edit)’. The single, which features Bernard Butler on guitar will be out on December 13th on digital services and on […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Laura Oakes - ‘Welcome to the Family’
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TRACK PREMIERE: Laura Oakes – ‘Welcome to the Family’

November 22, 2019 XS Noize

Staying true to yourself has always been at the key of Liverpudlian singer-songwriter Laura Oakes’ journey. Growing up in a household of music fanatics, having conversations in three-part harmony was often considered the norm. It’s […]

TRACK PREMIERE: The Baskervilles - ‘Throwing Shade’
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TRACK PREMIERE: The Baskervilles – ‘Throwing Shade’

November 22, 2019 XS Noize

Blend the syncopated grind of 8-bit guitar with raw energy and deliciously gravely vocals and you’ve got British rock outfit The Baskervilles. Serving up their own breed of hard-hitting rock with their new single ‘Throwing […]

THE WHO announce new album, UK & Ireland Tour & share new track - 'Ball and Chain' 2
Gigs

THE WHO release new single ‘I Don’t Wanna Get Wise’ – Listen Now

November 22, 2019 XS Noize

The Who has today released the third track from their critically acclaimed album ‘WHO’ released on 6th December. The new song ‘ I DON’T WANNA GET WISE’ is described by Pete Townshend thus ‘I wrote […]

U2 and A.R. RAHMAN release new single, ‘Ahimsa’ - Listen Now
New Music

U2 and A.R. RAHMAN release new single, ‘Ahimsa’ – Listen Now

November 22, 2019 XS Noize

To mark U2’s first-ever visit to India, Island Records today announced the release of a new track titled ‘Ahimsa’ from U2 and legendary composer A.R. Rahman. Available to stream now on all platforms.  ‘Ahimsa’ – the Sanskrit word for non-violence – celebrates the […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Sunday Shift - ‘Where The People Go’
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Sunday Shift – ‘Where The People Go’

November 22, 2019 XS Noize

‘Where The People Go’ is the first single from the forthcoming ‘Home’ E.P. by The Sunday Shift. The Home E.P. is scheduled for release on all digital platforms on the 22/11/2019. The Sunday Shift are […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Gekkoh - 'Divided Image'
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TRACK PREMIERE: Gekkoh – ‘Divided Image’

November 22, 2019 XS Noize

Divided Image is taken from the forthcoming DOT E.P. by Gekkoh. London based musician and producer Gekkoh is interested in capturing the hypnotic and sublime through adventurous and spectral explorations of sound. Following the release […]

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