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          Editors’ Tom Smith Shares New Single “Leave” from Forthcoming Solo Debut Album

          October 1, 2025

          Editors front-person, Tom Smith, has today released “Leave”, the latest single from his forthcoming debut solo album, There Is Nothing In The Dark That Isn’t There In The Light which is released on Play It […]

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          The Cure Announce Biggest-Ever Belfast Show at Belsonic 2026

          September 30, 2025

          Rock legends The Cure are pleased to announce their biggest Belfast show to date at Belsonic, Belfast on Sunday, June 28th, with support from The Twilight Sad and Just Mustard. Formed in Crawley, Sussex, England, […]

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          The Charlatans Share “Deeper and Deeper” Ahead of 14th Studio Album “We Are Love”

          September 30, 2025

          Following the announcement of their 14th studio album, We Are Love, out October 31 via BMG, The Charlatans return today with their second single, “Deeper and Deeper.” A swirling, Hammond organ-driven belter with fat bass […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Coach Party – Caramel
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Coach Party – Caramel

          October 1, 2025

          Isle of Wight four-piece Coach Party return with their sophomore album Caramel, a dazzling, perfectly weighted collection of ten tracks that finds the band confidently pushing past their reputation as indie upstarts and stepping firmly […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Robert Plant with Suzi Dian – Saving Grace
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          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 […]

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          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N - Esther Yi
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          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
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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 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography 2
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          ‘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 […]

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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
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          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
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          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
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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
          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: 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
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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 […]

          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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          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
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          INTERVIEW: Stephen Moore on Post Death Soundtrack’s New Album & HE IS ME

          June 12, 2025

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        • Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of "Ad Astra" | XS Noize Podcast #248
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          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, […]

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          Finn O’Brien on The Jacques’ New Album “Make Repetition!” | XS Noize Podcast #247

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          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 […]

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LAMB Announce details of their seventh studio album, 'The Secret of Letting Go' - Listen to track
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ALBUM REVIEW: Lamb – The Secret of Letting Go

May 3, 2019 Lori Gava

The duo Lamb has always been esteemed for their experimental work created with a distinctive style and passionate lyrical delivery. Over their now 23 years long career, there have been a number of ups and […]

PETE DOHERTY opens up on possible Babyshambles reunion
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PETE DOHERTY opens up on possible Babyshambles reunion

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Pete Doherty has claimed a Babyshambles reunion would be too complicated to pull off because of a range of logistical issues including lineups, set lists and managers. The band hasn’t been active in five years […]

SHAKESPEARS SISTER are set to reunite this year
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SHAKESPEARS SISTER are set to reunite this year

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Shakespears Sister are set to reunite this year after members Siobhan Fahey and Marcella Detroit reportedly settled their feud. The ‘Stay’ hitmakers, made up for former Bananarama star Siobhan Fahey and US musician Marcella Detroit, […]

MADONNA confirms plans to go back on tour
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MADONNA confirms plans to go back on tour

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Madonna has confirmed plans to head back on the road as she admitted she has already started discussions about a new live tour to support her upcoming album ‘Madame X’. The ‘Material Girl’ hitmaker has […]

KYLIE MINOGUE 'anxious' about Glastonbury performance
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KYLIE MINOGUE ‘anxious’ about Glastonbury performance

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Kylie Minogue says she is feeling “anxious” and “nervous” about performing at Glastonbury this summer where she will be performing at the Legends slot on June 30. The 50-year-old singer – who was scheduled to […]

THE LIGHTNING SEEDS reveal 'Jollification' reissue for 25th anniversary
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THE LIGHTNING SEEDS reveal ‘Jollification’ reissue for 25th anniversary

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

The Lightning Seeds are reissuing ‘Jollification’ for the album’s 25th anniversary and the band will perform the LP in full at two very special shows later this year. The group’s defining third LP – which […]

MADONNA Releases Empowering Ballad 'I Rise' - Watch Now
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MADONNA Releases Empowering Ballad ‘I Rise’ – Watch Now

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Madonna today released the empowering and anthemic ballad “I Rise,” the second track of five songs to be previewed before her highly-anticipated new studio album Madame X debuts globally on June 14th. Following the release […]

MICHAEL HEAD - Announces Liverpool Show This Weekend
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MICHAEL HEAD Announces Launch of Official Website

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Michael Head has announced the launch of his official website. The site offers fans their first opportunity to buy T-shirts for Shack’s seminal album ‘Waterpistol’ along with a range of shirts for his current musical […]

TWISTED WHEEL - Release new single 'Nomad Hat' & announce UK & EU tour dates
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TWISTED WHEEL – Release new single ‘Nomad Hat’ & announce UK & EU tour dates

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Twisted Wheel today announce their emphatic return with an exhilarating new single: ‘Nomad Hat’. Revived and re-invigorated, the track is first to emerge a brand new album from the cult outfit, ‘DNA’, slated for release […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Mieko Shimizu - 'Butterfly' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Mieko Shimizu – ‘Butterfly’ – Watch Now

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Mieko Shimizu is a prolific London based Japanese singer, songwriter, composer and producer, with several diverse and accomplished albums already under her belt. On new album ‘I Bloom’ she collaborates with William D Drake of […]

SAM FENDER - Announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast: 17th December
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SAM FENDER – Announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast: 17th December

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Sam Fender is excited to share details of a new headline tour for the UK and Ireland later this year. The seventeen dates run kicks off in Manchester on the 22nd November and concludes in Sheffield […]

British trip-hop outfit HÆLOS announce headline Belfast show at Voodoo, Saturday 19th October
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British trip-hop outfit HÆLOS announce headline Belfast show at Voodoo, Saturday 19th October

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

British trip-hop outfit HÆLOS are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 19th October 2019. On May 10th, their sophomore album, Any Random Kindness. Due out through Infectious, the follow-up to […]

CIARAN LAVERY announces intimate headline Belfast show at Accidental Theatre, Saturday 22nd June 2019
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CIARAN LAVERY announces intimate headline Belfast show at Accidental Theatre, Saturday 22nd June 2019

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

Northern Ireland’s own, singer-songwriter Ciaran Lavery is pleased to announce an intimate headline Belfast show at Accidental Theatre on Saturday 22nd June 2019. I know this seems self-centred but I am, so I don’t care…” […]

Pioneering music and arts festival AVA announce their full programme 1
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Pioneering music and arts festival AVA announce their full programme

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

Today, pioneering music and arts festival AVA announce their full programme, including conference additions, festival stages, opening show and afterparty on Friday 31st May and Saturday 1st of June.  Heading back to its home of Belfast and celebrating […]

PRIMAL SCREAM cover S'Express for exclusive Record Store Day 2016
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Bobby Gillespie: Primal Scream helped me discover who I was

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

Bobby Gillespie has credited being in Primal Scream to helping him through a “long process of self-discovery”. The 56-year-old musician credits finding the alternative rock band – which he has been a part of since […]

NOEL GALLAGHER gives away his awards and gold discs
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NOEL GALLAGHER gives away his awards and gold discs

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher has revealed he has given away his awards and gold discs and only kept a single of his Ivor Novello awards. The former Oasis rocker has topped the charts with every album he’s […]

LIAM GALLAGHER will premiere documentary AS IT WAS with live performance - Watch Trailer
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LIAM GALLAGHER will premiere documentary AS IT WAS with live performance – Watch Trailer

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

Liam Gallagher’s new documentary film ‘As It Was’ will receive its world premiere at London’s Alexandra Palace on Thursday, June 6 and the singer will give an “exclusive performance” on the night. Liam Gallagher is […]

Andrew Ridgeley admits he "misses" his "great friend" George Michael
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Andrew Ridgeley admits he “misses” his “great friend” George Michael

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

Andrew Ridgeley admits he “misses” his “great friend” George Michael, and felt “privileged” to be able to pay tribute to his childhood pal and former Wham! bandmate at the 2017 BRIT Awards Andrew Ridgeley “misses” […]

MAPS announces fourth album 'COLOURS. REFLECT. TIME. LOSS' - Listen to track
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Mercury-nominated UK composer/producer MAPS shares ‘Surveil’ ahead of album release – Listen Now

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

Mercury-nominated UK composer/producer Maps shares the last in his series of tracks, ‘Surveil’, before the release of anticipated new album ‘Colours. Reflect. Time. Loss’ on 10th May 2019 through Mute. Maps will be making a […]

BASTILLE announce third album 'DOOM DAYS', out 14th June - Listen to new single 'JOY'
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BASTILLE announce third album ‘DOOM DAYS’, out 14th June – Listen to new single ‘JOY’

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

Doom Days, Bastille’s grippingly confident third album, is a record of hope for turbulent times. Made by Dan Smith with bandmates Kyle Simmons, Will Farquarson and Chris ‘Woody’ Wood, and producer Mark Crew, it sees […]

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