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          Remember Monday Bring Back the Girl Band Glory with New Single ‘More Than Ever’

          October 10, 2025

          Remember the big voices, bigger tunes and sheer unstoppable fun of the girl band era? That’s something that Remember Monday are bringing back with a bang, mixing up mega pop hooks and pure country emotion. […]

          Ocean Colour Scene
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          Ocean Colour Scene Announce “Moseley Shoals” 30th Anniversary Tour for 2026

          October 10, 2025

          Indie-rock legends Ocean Colour Scene have announced a major UK tour for 2026, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their classic album Moseley Shoals. The 13-date tour will start at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro on 21st November […]

          Ultravox
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          Ultravox Announce Deluxe Edition Box Set of 1984 Compilation “The Collection” — Out 5 December

          October 9, 2025

          Following the success in recent years of deluxe editions of Ultravox’s Vienna, Rage In Eden Quartet and Lament albums, on 5 December, Chrysalis Records will release a Deluxe Edition box set of The Collection, the […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash - Ad Astra
          Album Reviews

          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
          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
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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 […]

        • 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, […]

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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
          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
          Gigs

          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 […]

  • Interviews
        • Fabrizio Cammarata
          Interviews

          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 […]

          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 […]

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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
          Podcast

          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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JOOLS HOLLAND confirms 3Arena date on 23rd October 2020 with his acclaimed Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
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JOOLS HOLLAND confirms 3Arena date on 23rd October 2020 with his acclaimed Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

August 12, 2019 XS Noize

Following a sold-out Dublin show last year, Jools Holland has confirmed a 3Arena date on 23rd October 2020 with his acclaimed Rhythm & Blues Orchestra. Just like his previous Dublin shows, Jools will be joined on vocals by Ruby Turner & Louise Marshall and his […]

BATS share new single and announce first album in 7 years 'Alter Nature' - due out 10th October 1
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BATS share new single and announce first album in 7 years ‘Alter Nature’ – due out 10th October

August 12, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Dublin Avant-rock 5-piece BATS have announced details of their first new album in 7 years, ‘Alter Nature’, and have shared the first single to be taken from the record, ‘Old Hitler’. Having formed in […]

Edinburgh natives LIIMO release video for new single 'If You Love Me' - Watch Now
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Edinburgh natives LIIMO release video for new single ‘If You Love Me’ – Watch Now

August 12, 2019 XS Noize

Having recently released their new single ‘If You Love Me’ – a sultry, electro-pop jam about heartbreak – Edinburgh natives Liimo today release the video for the track. Speaking about the video, Jamo explains, “We’d […]

WIN: Tickets To See BRAND NEW FRIEND at The Limelight 2, Belfast on 21st September
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WIN: Tickets To See BRAND NEW FRIEND at The Limelight 2, Belfast on 21st September

August 9, 2019 XS Noize

Following their performance opening the Main Stage at Snow Patrol’s enormous Ward Park 3 concert, Castlerock five-piece Brand New Friend will play The  Limelight 2 in Belfast on 21st September 2019. XS Noize is giving […]

Today SNOW PATROL release Reworked EP1 - Listen Now
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Today SNOW PATROL release Reworked EP1 – Listen Now

August 9, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Snow Patrol released the first of 2 Reworked EPs, including a stunning new version of Crack The Shutters available to hear below. The band announced on their social media channels last month they have […]

Today THE ELEPHANT TREES unveil new single, ‘Idiot’ - Listen Now
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Today THE ELEPHANT TREES unveil new single, ‘Idiot’ – Listen Now

August 9, 2019 XS Noize

To say The Elephant Trees have had a busy summer would be an understatement. From playing an intimate acoustic showcase at Liverpool Sound City to opening the Hard Rock Stage at the Isle Of Wight, […]

REVEREND & THE MAKERS reveal the video for new single, ‘Elastic Fantastic' - Watch Now
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REVEREND & THE MAKERS reveal the video for new single, ‘Elastic Fantastic’ – Watch Now

August 9, 2019 XS Noize

Reverend & The Makers reveal the video for new single, ‘Elastic Fantastic,’ by multi BAFTA-nominated director Chris Shepherd. John McClure says of the video: “Every summer as a kid my family went to the Chapel […]

MELTDOWN FESTIVAL returns to London Southbank Centre 1
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LIVE REVIEW: Johnny Marr @ Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London

August 9, 2019 Michael Barron

Following an amazing kick-off to the Meltdown Festival by Nile Rodgers & CHIC, the “Good Times” rolled on with Johnny Marr with support from the Mystery Jets. At a first glance, the choice of Johnny […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Blue Highways - 'He Worked' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: The Blue Highways – ‘He Worked’ – Watch Now

August 9, 2019 XS Noize

Formed in early 2018, London based four-piece The Blue Highways have already supported some of the biggest acts in the genre, including Iris Dement at the Sage Gateshead, and Bennett Wilson Poole on their first […]

OFF BLOOM today released the video for latest track ‘Am I Insane?’ - Watch Now
Gigs

OFF BLOOM today released the video for latest track ‘Am I Insane?’ – Watch Now

August 8, 2019 XS Noize

Off Bloom today released the video for latest track ‘ Am I Insane?’, their first single in almost a year.  The band also announced a number of European tour dates including a return to London with […]

THE MURDER CAPITAL share live session video of "Green & Blue" - Watch Now 2
Gigs

THE MURDER CAPITAL share live session video of “Green & Blue” – Watch Now

August 8, 2019 XS Noize

Dublin’s The Murder Capital release the first of a series of live videos from “When I Have Fears” with a passionate performance of “Green & Blue”. The release follows last night’s live session and interview for Steve […]

THE BEATLES revisit Abbey Road with special anniversary releases 1
New Music

THE BEATLES revisit Abbey Road with special anniversary releases

August 8, 2019 XS Noize

It was 50 years ago today, on August 8, 1969, that the world’s most famous band stepped out from London’s EMI Recording Studios to stride, single-file, across the black and white stripes of Abbey Road’s […]

BEARS DEN release powerful new video for “Hiding Bottles” - Watch Now
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BEARS DEN release powerful new video for “Hiding Bottles” – Watch Now

August 8, 2019 XS Noize

Bear’s Den has today released a powerful new video for their track “Hiding Bottles” which candidly takes on the theme of Alcohol addiction in a family member. Having personally experienced alcohol addiction in a family […]

THERAPY? release new video for ‘Success? Success Is Survival’
Gigs

THERAPY? release new video for ‘Success? Success Is Survival’

August 8, 2019 XS Noize

Northern Irish alternative-rock band Therapy? have revealed their official lyric video for the track Success? Success Is Survival taken off the band’s fifteenth studio album CLEAVE. Not afraid to speak about injustices, vocalist Andy Cairns […]

SNOW PATROL: CONFIRM Northern Ireland tour dates
Playlists

XS Noize July 2019 PLAYLIST – Listen Now

August 8, 2019 Ben P Scott

The monthly XS Noize playlists on Spotify bring together the most essential new music of the last month that has been featured on the site. The July 2019 edition features tracks from: Iggy Pop, The […]

KEANE go back to school in new video, 'Love Too Much' - Watch Now
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KEANE go back to school in new video, ‘Love Too Much’ – Watch Now

August 8, 2019 XS Noize

Keane have spent much of the summer wowing festival crowds around Europe, as well as at home in the UK at Isle of Wight, Glastonbury, Hyde Park and Cornbury. This week they play two intimate […]

OASIS' to release two limited edition vinyl formats of 'Definitely Maybe' to celebrate its 25th anniversary 1
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OASIS’ to release two limited edition vinyl formats of ‘Definitely Maybe’ to celebrate its 25th anniversary

August 8, 2019 XS Noize

“In 20 years’ time, people will buy Definitely Maybe and listen to it for what it was. That’s what is important.” Noel Gallagher, August 1994. With today marking 25 years since Oasis released their third […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Other Nature Return with ‘Beautiful Machine’ - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Other Nature Return with ‘Beautiful Machine’ – Listen Now

August 8, 2019 XS Noize

Having received support from CLASH, Spindle and performed at Isle of White Festival, indie-pop duo OtherNature make their return with ’80s infused, electro-pop anthem ‘Beautiful Machine’. Drawing on their shared love of Tears For Fears, […]

JAMES BLAKE shares video for ‘Can’t Believe The Way We Flow’ - Watch Now
Gigs

JAMES BLAKE shares video for ‘Can’t Believe The Way We Flow’ – Watch Now

August 7, 2019 XS Noize

Today, James Blake has shared a brand-new video for ‘Can’t Believe The Way We Flow’, taken from his critically-acclaimed album, ‘Assume Form’ which was released earlier this year. The video has been directed by Frank […]

BATTLES announce new album, Juice B Crypts, out Oct 18th 1
Gigs

BATTLES announce new album, Juice B Crypts, out Oct 18th

August 7, 2019 XS Noize

Battles are set to return on October 18th with their fourth album Juice B Crypts via Warp Records. Following in the wake of its complex, mind-bending predecessors Mirrored, Gloss Drop, and La Di Da Di, […]

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