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          The Damned announce special new covers album “Not Like Everybody Else” in tribute to Brian James

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          The Damned announce the release of “Not Like Everybody Else”, a deeply personal and celebratory covers album – dedicated to the memory of Brian James, the band’s legendary founding guitarist, who passed away on 6th […]

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          Chet Faker Announces New Album ‘A Love For Strangers’ — Out 13th February 2026

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          Today, critically acclaimed Australian singer-songwriter Chet Faker officially kicks off the exciting next chapter of his storied career with the announce of his new album A Love For Strangers, slated for release on February 13th 2026 on […]

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          Cast have enjoyed the summer of a lifetime, creating unforgettable memories for the band and fans alike as they won over stadiums in the UK, Ireland and North America as guests to Oasis. That life-affirming […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Kool & The Gang – Greatest Hits
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Kool & The Gang – Greatest Hits

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          Few bands embody the joyous intersection of funk, soul, and pop quite like Kool & The Gang. With a career spanning six decades and 23 studio albums, their influence runs deep; from disco dancefloors and […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Lovely Eggs – Bin Juice
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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Lovely Eggs – Bin Juice

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          “It’s a shit business”, proclaimed Les McQueen of Crème Brulee fame about the music industry. It is certainly a brutal business, as many have discovered. A fair chunk of the issue is the volume of […]

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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
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          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

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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: Coheed and Cambria Illuminate Nottingham’s Rock City with Progressive Power Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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          LIVE REVIEW: Coheed and Cambria Illuminate Nottingham’s Rock City with Progressive Power

          October 27, 2025

          An exceptional night of musicianship and energy unfolded as Coheed and Cambria brought their spellbinding brand of progressive metal to Nottingham’s Rock City on October 22nd. From the very first notes, the band drenched the […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Graham Nash Brings Timeless Harmony and Heart to the London Palladium
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          LIVE REVIEW: Graham Nash Brings Timeless Harmony and Heart to the London Palladium

          October 21, 2025

          Many artists proudly boast of having special guests on their tours, but few can introduce one with the grace and humility of Graham Nash. Best known for his pivotal roles in The Hollies and Crosby, […]

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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
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          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 […]

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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 […]

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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: :Panic :Over Are Turning Northern Irish Indie Into a Global Sound

          October 16, 2025

          Neal McClelland meets the Northern Irish band whose anthemic sound is turning heads from Belfast to Tokyo. There’s something electric about catching a band right before liftoff — that mix of confidence, humour, and disbelief […]

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          INTERVIEW: Fabrizio Cammarata on Solitude, Connection, and the Inner Worlds of His New Album “Insularities”

          October 10, 2025

          Sicilian singer-songwriter Fabrizio Cammarata has returned with Insularities — a quietly profound exploration of connection, isolation, transformation, and memory. The record invites listeners into a space between light and shadow, where grief and love share […]

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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 […]

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          Glen Matlock on Reclaiming His Story in ‘I Was a Teenage Sex Pistol’ | XS Noize Podcast #254

          October 26, 2025

          In this episode, #254 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by a true architect of punk — Glen Matlock, the original bassist and founding spark of The Sex Pistols. Glen co-wrote ten […]

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          White Lies: Inside the Sonic Freedom and Creative Telepathy of “Night Light” | XS Noize Podcast #253

          October 21, 2025

          In this episode, #253 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Charles Cave and Jack Lawrence-Brown from White Lies to discuss their electrifying seventh album Night Light. This bold, live-driven reinvention captures […]

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          The Slow Readers Club’s Aaron Starkie: Celebrating “A Decade of Cavalcade” | XS Noize Podcast #252

          October 18, 2025

          In this episode, #252 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Aaron Starkie from The Slow Readers Club to celebrate A Decade of Cavalcade — marking ten years since the Manchester band’s […]

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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’
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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 […]

NEON WALTZ release a brand new track – All In Good Time (Live At Freswick Castle)
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NEON WALTZ release a brand new track – All In Good Time (Live At Freswick Castle)

November 22, 2019 XS Noize

Ahead of their forthcoming headline tour in December, Neon Waltz releases a brand new track – All In Good Time (Live At Freswick Castle). The track is taken from the forthcoming EP to be released […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Emma Stevens - ‘Atoms’
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TRACK PREMIERE: Emma Stevens – ‘Atoms’

November 22, 2019 XS Noize

Newcomer Emma Stevens strengthens her brand of emotive, positive driven pop with ‘Atoms’, taking listeners on a personal, introspective journey coupled with silky harmonies and rousing lyrics. Emma’s latest single “ATOMS” brings a refreshing glimmer […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Coldplay - Everyday Life
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ALBUM REVIEW: Coldplay – Everyday Life

November 22, 2019 Gareth O'Malley

Clocking in at a shade under 53 minutes, the eighth studio album from Coldplay subverts expectations of typical double album excess and marks a sharp left turn for a band who have again embraced their […]

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