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          Simple Minds’ Jim Kerr & Charlie Burchill announce two special Scottish events ahead of joint memoir release

          September 25, 2025

          Simple Minds founder members and lifelong collaborators Jim Kerr & Charlie Burchill are pleased to announce two very special Scottish events next month to celebrate the publication of their long-awaited memoir. A candid, moving and kinetic story of self-realisation through […]

          Fine Young Cannibals
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          Fine Young Cannibals Mark 40 Years with New Career-Spanning Compilation ‘FYC40’ Out November 21

          September 24, 2025

          In 1985, Fine Young Cannibals made an unforgettable first impression with their debut single ‘Johnny Come Home’ and their self-titled album, showcasing a fully-formed act with a sharp, soulful sound and potent songs. But it was […]

          Keith & Kristyn Getty
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          Keith & Kristyn Getty Returning to Belfast with ‘Home for Christmas’

          September 24, 2025

          Following two unforgettable sold-out nights in Belfast last December, world-renowned NI hymn writers Keith & Kristyn Getty are bringing their acclaimed ‘Home for Christmas’ concert back to the SSE Arena on Monday 22 December for […]

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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
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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 […]

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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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        • 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 […]

          Tom Smith
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          Editors’ Tom Smith on Debut Solo Album ‘There Is Nothing In The Dark That Isn’t There In The Light’ | XS Noize Podcast #244

          September 9, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “I wanted to be less collaborative, a bit more selfish, and make a record that’s a truer representation of the songs I write when I’m alone at the piano or guitar.” […]

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THE PARANOYDS - Share new single & video for 'Carnage Bargain' 2
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THE PARANOYDS – Share new single & video for ‘Carnage Bargain’

July 24, 2019 XS Noize

Today LA newcomers The Paranoyds have shared the title track from their forthcoming debut album, ‘Carnage Bargain,’ due for September 13th release on Suicide Squeeze. The album ‘Carnage Bargain’ sees the four-piece deliver a raucous […]

FEET Share Video for New Single ‘Outer Rim’ - Watch Now
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FEET Share Video for New Single ‘Outer Rim’ – Watch Now

July 24, 2019 XS Noize

FEET have today shared new single Outer Rim, taken from their debut album What’s Inside Is More Than Just Ham which is due for release on 4th October through the band’s very own Clapped Records. […]

THE SPITFIRES release ‘Enough Is Enough' their most ambitious single to date
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THE SPITFIRES release ‘Enough Is Enough’ their most ambitious single to date

July 24, 2019 XS Noize

After a relentless 2019 of touring across the UK and Europe, as well as showcasing their explosive live show on a live EP released in March, The Spitfires’ onslaught of playing shows and releasing music […]

FEEDER release new video for single 'Daily Habit' + announce in store shows for August
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FEEDER release new video for single ‘Daily Habit’ + announce in store shows for August

July 24, 2019 XS Noize

After already adding further shows to their UK headline tour in November due to demand, Feeder can now announce some intimate instore shows for August (full dates below). To coincide with this announcement, Feeder has […]

FRANK TURNER today releases ‘Eye Of The Day’ - Listen Now
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FRANK TURNER today releases ‘Eye Of The Day’ – Listen Now

July 24, 2019 XS Noize

FRANK TURNER today releases ‘Eye Of The Day’, the latest new track to emerge from his forthcoming eighth album, ‘NO MAN’S LAND’ (out August 16th on Xtra Mile Recordings/Polydor Records), produced by Catherine Marks and […]

UK alternative rock/pop band LIFE announce headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement, Thursday 5th December
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UK alternative rock/pop band LIFE announce headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement, Thursday 5th December

July 24, 2019 XS Noize

UK alternative rock/pop band LIFE is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement on Thursday 05th December 2019. The band is made up of the founding members of Tomorrows Bad Seeds, Moises […]

Electronic music legends 808 STATE return with New Album 'Transmission Suite'
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Electronic music legends 808 STATE return with New Album ‘Transmission Suite’

July 24, 2019 XS Noize

Acid-house pioneers and electronic music legends 808 State return with Transmission Suite, a record that remains true to the forward-thinking ethos of this remarkable band, 17 years on from their last release, and release a […]

CHRISSIE HYNDE reveals her new track 'How Glad I Am' - Listen Now
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CHRISSIE HYNDE reveals her new track ‘How Glad I Am’ – Listen Now

July 24, 2019 XS Noize

Chrissie Hynde has today revealed her new track How Glad I Am. Originally written by Jimmy Williams and Larry Harrison, the song’s best – known iteration was sung by Nancy Wilson, who released the track […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB Announce European Headline Tour
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB add Cork, Limerick, Dublin and Belfast shows to their headline tour this winter

July 24, 2019 XS Noize

The Slow Readers Club have announced the addition of a further four shows for their headline tour this winter, with dates in Cork, Limerick, Dublin and Belfast joining their already announced shows in London, Wolverhampton, […]

GARY DALY Founding Member of CHINA CRISIS Releases Stunning New Album
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GARY DALY Founding Member of CHINA CRISIS Releases Stunning New Album

July 23, 2019 XS Noize

Gary Daly, a founding member of the British band, China Crisis has released his debut solo album ‘Gone From Here’ on 31st May 2019. The twelve-track album is available to purchase on the site, Music […]

Pop-punk 4 piece LIKE GIANTS announce their first-ever UK shows 1
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Pop-punk 4 piece LIKE GIANTS announce their first-ever UK shows

July 23, 2019 XS Noize

Pop-punk 4 piece Like Giants have announced their first-ever UK shows later starting later this month. The band will be supporting Victory Lane in Stoke on Trent and London. You can see the band at […]

INTERVIEW: With Mike Scott of The Waterboys, "What I love most is making the music, and being inside the music" 2
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THE WATERBOYS reveal Tokyo-filmed video for new single ‘London Mick’ – Watch Now

July 23, 2019 XS Noize

Following the release of their universally acclaimed album Where The Action Is, The Waterboys release new video for the track, London Mick. Clocking in at just over three minutes, London Mick is a visceral rock’n’roll […]

CAVETOWN announce a headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Centre on Sunday 23rd February 2020
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CAVETOWN announce a headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Centre on Sunday 23rd February 2020

July 23, 2019 XS Noize

Indie pop project, Cavetown is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Centre on Sunday 23rd February 2020. Robin Skinner makes music by himself, in his bedroom, but his songs belong to […]

IN FOCUS// Black Stone Cherry + The Kris Barras Band at the Ulster Hall, Belfast, July 18th 2
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Black Stone Cherry + The Kris Barras Band at the Ulster Hall, Belfast, July 18th

July 22, 2019 Conor Kinahan

Belfast got an education on Southern Grunge when Black Stone Cherry arrived on Thursday, July 18th at the Ulster Hall with a no-nonsense hardcore set that really showed those city-slickers how Grunge is served Kentucky […]

QUEEN'S Iconic Bohemian Rhapsody video reaches 1 billion views on YouTube
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QUEEN’S Iconic Bohemian Rhapsody video reaches 1 billion views on YouTube

July 22, 2019 XS Noize

Queen’s iconic music video for “Bohemian Rhapsody” has now officially passed 1 Billion views on YouTube, making history as the first pre-1990’s video to reach one billion views on the platform. The accompanying video for […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Kath & The Kicks - "Let It Out" - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Kath & The Kicks – “Let It Out” – Listen Now

July 21, 2019 XS Noize

Kath & The Kicks, an alt-rock band from Leeds, released their new single “Let It Out” on the 28th of June 2019. The group, formed of Kath Edmonds (Vocals/Guitar), Shaneen Mooney (Bass/Backing Vocals) & Matt […]

New EP from BLOODCHILD released 13th September - Listen to track
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New EP from BLOODCHILD released 13th September – Listen to track

July 21, 2019 XS Noize

Blood Child class themselves as “Punk poets” and they certainly don’t hold back, no punches pulled. The band features brothers Emil Bertelsen and Mads Bertelsen, plus Hjalte Ross, Marikka Katrina Hoejen Jørgensen and Lasse Dybdahl […]

New EP From SKYLEPHANT out 16th August - Listen to track
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New EP From SKYLEPHANT out 16th August – Listen to track

July 21, 2019 XS Noize

On paper, this shouldn’t work. Mark Applin, a Fifty-something geezer from England locks himself away in his small home studio for three and a half years, to pour himself into an album of self-penned songs. […]

XS Noize heads to the third French edition of Lollapalooza 1
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XS Noize heads to the third French edition of Lollapalooza

July 19, 2019 Julie Blore-Bizot

Un, Deux, Trois… Lolla! XS Noize heads to the third French edition of the global phenomenon that is Lollapalooza It all began in 1991 as Perry Farrell’s grand farewell to Jane’s Addition via a tour […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Astrid - 'Danger Signals' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Astrid – ‘Danger Signals’ – Listen Now

July 19, 2019 Ben P Scott

After becoming one of Scotland’s best-loved indie groups during the 90s and early 2000s, the highly melodic Astrid are back with a new album and tour this year. With core members Willie Campbell and Charlie […]

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