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        • Teddy Swims
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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 […]

        • Book Reviews

          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
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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 […]

          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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PERRY FARRELL Shares "Machine Girl" from his highly anticipated solo album - Listen Now
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PERRY FARRELL Shares “Machine Girl” from his highly anticipated solo album – Listen Now

May 31, 2019 XS Noize

Today Perry Farrell released the track “Machine Girl” off Kind Heaven, his highly anticipated solo album, due out June 7, 2019, on BMG. The electro-rock composition features the vocals of Kind Heaven Orchestra chanteuse Etty […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Delta Mainline - 'Bel Avenir'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Delta Mainline – ‘Bel Avenir’

May 31, 2019 Ben P Scott

Those seeking music with layers, depth, atmosphere and melody should seek out Delta Mainline’s new record. ‘Bel Avenir’ is the Edinburgh band’s second album, and follows on from the acclaimed 2013 debut ‘Oh! Enlightened’. Recorded […]

BOOK REVIEW: Basquiat By Julian Voloj and Søren Mosdal 1
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BOOK REVIEW: Basquiat By Julian Voloj and Søren Mosdal

May 31, 2019 Michael Barron

It is well known that Jean-Michel Basquiat aka SAMO was a renowned neo-expressionist artist who gifted the world with numerous “provocative” works defining the New York art scene of the late ‘70s and early ‘80s. […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Adrenaline Animals - 'Sailed Away' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Adrenaline Animals – ‘Sailed Away’ – Watch Now

May 31, 2019 XS Noize

Sailed Away is the brand new single from Adrenaline Animals. Taken from their brand new Screams From The Suburbs EP, It’s released via Kitchen Disco Records. Adrenaline Animals are a three piece Punk Rock band […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Will And The People - Gigantic
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Will And The People – Gigantic

May 31, 2019 Gemma Harewood

Will And The People make a return to the music sphere this month with their new single “Gigantic.” Alongside brother Jamie, Jim Ralphs and Charlie Harman, the Brighton based guys are on to something special […]

Platinum-selling artist MIKA announces his fifth studio album, My Name Is Michael Holbrook
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Platinum-selling artist MIKA announces his fifth studio album, My Name Is Michael Holbrook

May 31, 2019 XS Noize

Today, platinum-selling artist MIKA announces his fifth studio album, My Name Is Michael Holbrook and kicks off summer perfectly with the release of his brand new single “Ice Cream” out now. “Ice Cream” is the first […]

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release a brand new track 'Rattling Rose' - Listen Now
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release a brand new track ‘Rattling Rose’ – Listen Now

May 31, 2019 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds release a brand new track ‘Rattling Rose.’ The track follows the release of single ‘Black Star Dancing’, which is currently on the Radio 2 A-List. ‘Rattling Rose’ is taken from […]

FONTAINES D.C. announces headline show at Belfast's Empire Music Hall on 12th December 2019
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FONTAINES D.C. announces headline show at Belfast’s Empire Music Hall on 12th December 2019

May 31, 2019 XS Noize

Fontaines D.C. announces headline show at Belfast’s Empire Music Hall on 12th December 2019. Tickets on sales Tuesday 4 June at 9.00am. The last six months have seen Fontaines D.C. release four hotly received double A-side […]

BEASTIE BOYS share mini-documentary celebrating 25 years of Ill Communication - Watch Now
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BEASTIE BOYS share mini-documentary celebrating 25 years of Ill Communication – Watch Now

May 31, 2019 XS Noize

Debuting at #1 upon its May 1994 release, Beastie Boys’ fourth album was an unstoppable force, pervading every aspect of pop culture. Its charge to the top of the charts was led by “Sabotage” and […]

U2 will bring their acclaimed Joshua Tree Tour to New Zealand, Australia, Japan, Singapore and South Korea later this year
Gigs

U2 will bring their acclaimed Joshua Tree Tour to New Zealand, Australia, Japan, Singapore and South Korea later this year

May 30, 2019 XS Noize

U2 will bring their acclaimed Joshua Tree Tour to New Zealand, Australia, Japan, Singapore and South Korea later this year. The band broke the news directly to fans via Twitter. See https://twitter.com/U2 Following the highly successful […]

THE DIVINE COMEDY release new single 'Norman and Norma' today - Listen Now
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THE DIVINE COMEDY release video for new single ‘Norman and Norma’ – Watch Now

May 30, 2019 XS Noize

The Divine Comedy has released a video for ‘Norman and Norma,’ the lead single from their new album ‘Office Politics’ which is set for release on June 7th. Neil Hannon narrates the story of ‘Norman […]

Northern Irish singer-songwriter FOY VANCE announces headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Hall on 23rd November 2019
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Northern Irish singer-songwriter FOY VANCE announces headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Hall on 23rd November 2019

May 30, 2019 XS Noize

The award-winning Northern Irish singer-songwriter Foy Vance is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Hall on 23rd November 2019. Foy will be accompanied by his band for the tour, his first […]

LIVE REVIEW: Grooving in Green, Cold in Berlin, Killing Eve @ Night people, Manchester 6
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Grooving in Green, Cold in Berlin, Killing Eve @ Night people, Manchester

May 30, 2019 Jay Roberts

They say you should never meet your heroes. I have to disagree with that following an awesome show at Night People in Manchester. A bit of background, I am a bassist and learned to play […]

BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN releases performance video of new song 'Tucson Train' - Watch Now
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BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN releases performance video of new song ‘Tucson Train’ – Watch Now

May 30, 2019 XS Noize

Bruce Springsteen has released the song ‘Tucson Train’ globally, along with a performance video by Grammy and Emmy Award-winning director Thom Zimny. The black-and-white video features many of the musicians who appear on his new […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: GO GRACIOUS unveil video for their new single ‘Solid Influence’ - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: GO GRACIOUS unveil video for their new single ‘Solid Influence’ – Watch Now

May 30, 2019 XS Noize

Go Gracious was dragged, kicking and screaming, into existence once their half written ideas had become stadium-sized, with razor-sharp pop hooks delivered over a fiery growl of heavy guitars and dance beats. Imagine if Dragons […]

THE WONDER STUFF to perform classic albums The Eight Legged Groove Machine and HUP in their entirety on UK tour
Gigs

THE WONDER STUFF to perform classic albums The Eight Legged Groove Machine and HUP in their entirety on UK tour

May 29, 2019 XS Noize

October 2019 sees the release of The Wonder Stuff’s ninth studio album, Better Being Lucky. The album comes exactly 30 years after the release of the band’s classic second album, HUP. To celebrate the new […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Sam Wickens - All I’ve Seen
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Sam Wickens – All I’ve Seen

May 28, 2019 Daniel Lynch

Finally a glimpse into the mind of one of Northern Ireland’s most exciting rising talents. Anyone following Sam Wickens closely might have had a frustrating wait since his emergence a few years ago. Since 2016, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Duncan Lloyd - Outside Notion
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Duncan Lloyd – Outside Notion

May 28, 2019 Lori Gava

Duncan Lloyd, UK guitarist and lead songwriter for the esteemed band Maximo Park, has over the last decade established himself as a deft solo artist. At first, he released his independent works under the moniker […]

Snow Patrol, Joshua Burnside, ROE and The Academic announced to play Other Voices Belfast
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Snow Patrol, Joshua Burnside, ROE and The Academic announced to play Other Voices Belfast

May 28, 2019 XS Noize

Other Voices is delighted to be returning to the culturally vibrant city of Belfast. This edition will run over three days, showcasing an array of fantastic musical and cultural events. The spectacular line up of […]

BASTILLE announce unique fully immersive theatrical experience to launch DOOM DAYS 2
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BASTILLE announce unique fully immersive theatrical experience to launch DOOM DAYS

May 24, 2019 XS Noize

Bastille’s highly-anticipated third album Doom Days charts the course of a big night out, in search of distraction from the surrounding apocalypse. On release day, the band will invite fans to escape the outside world […]

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