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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
          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
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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
          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: 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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        • 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
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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, […]

          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, […]

          Gary Numan
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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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VIDEO PREMIERE: Verity White - 'Come And Get It' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Verity White – ‘Come And Get It’ – Watch Now

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

Verity White is an exciting, emerging artist from Cheltenham showcasing a unique and emotional twist on female fronted rock. She takes influences from the 90s scene, mashing it up with synths, strings and intricate vocal […]

KYLIE will release ‘Step Back in Time’ - The Definitive Collection on June 28th
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KYLIE will release ‘Step Back in Time’ – The Definitive Collection on June 28th

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

With a peerless career of era-defining music to her name, Kylie will release an album of greatest hits titled ‘Step Back In Time’ – out 28th June via BMG Records. This definitive collection of Kylie’s […]

NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release brand new single 'Black Star Dancing' - Listen Now
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release brand new single ‘Black Star Dancing’ – Listen Now

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds release a brand new single – ‘Black Star Dancing’. The single, which is produced by Noel, is taken from the EP of the same name released on 14th June, the same […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: scott is okay – 'better' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: scott is okay – ‘better’ – Watch Now

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

‘Deep, mellow and boldly honest. ‘better’ is lyrically and musically akin to a 4 am come-down heart-to-heart with your best mate. It cuts deep but bleeds optimism.’ scott is okay has recently enjoyed support from […]

KARINE POLWART today releases a new single ‘Since Yesterday’ - Listen Now
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KARINE POLWART today releases a new single ‘Since Yesterday’ – Listen Now

May 1, 2019 XS Noize

Karine Polwart today releases a new single ‘Since Yesterday’, the latest to be lifted from her forthcoming album ‘Karine Polwart’s Scottish Songbook’, due for release on August 2, 2019, through Hegri Music. The follow-up to […]

THE FUTUREHEADS - Reveal ‘Jekyll’ the first track from their sixth studio album - Listen Now
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THE FUTUREHEADS – Reveal ‘Jekyll’ the first track from their sixth studio album – Listen Now

May 1, 2019 XS Noize

The Futureheads reveal ‘Jekyll’; the first track from their sixth studio album, set for release on 30th August, and their first electric guitar release in almost a decade. It received its first radio play this afternoon […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Humphrey - ‘What Goes Around’ - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Humphrey – ‘What Goes Around’ – Listen Now

May 1, 2019 XS Noize

‘What Goes Around’ is the first solo release from MASK frontman and guitarist, H Humphrey, and is based on events more befitting Line of Duty than a new single release. Humphrey was the victim of […]

THE NATIONAL Announce New Album 'I Am Easy To Find' - Watch Trailer 1
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THE NATIONAL release ‘Hairpin Turns’ + I Am Easy To Find film screening details

May 1, 2019 XS Noize

The National recently announced their eighth studio album I Am Easy To Find due out May 17th, and its eponymously-titled companion short film written by Academy Award-nominated director Mike Mills (20th Century Women, Beginners), and […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOUNT & Illian - Fool
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOUNT & Illian – Fool

May 1, 2019 Gemma Harewood

Bringing collaboration to Universal Music Germany this week is MOUNT and illian, two artists who are good friends. They have produced the tasty “Fool” for the label, a blend of dance and pop components finished […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Frank Carter & the Rattlesnakes – 'End of Suffering'
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ALBUM REVIEW: Frank Carter & the Rattlesnakes – ‘End of Suffering’

May 1, 2019 Phoebe Hedges

Inspired by the Buddhist term for enlightenment, “End of Suffering” is Frank Carter and the Rattlesnakes’ third studio album. “End of Suffering” is both a demand and statement of intent in reaction to an already […]

LIVE REVIEW: Built to Spill - Workman’s Club, Dublin
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LIVE REVIEW: Built to Spill – Workman’s Club, Dublin

May 1, 2019 Marcus Millar

Along with the likes of Pavement and Modest Mouse; Built to Spill are one of Indie’s most revered bands that never made as big of a mark as they should have. Coming to the Workman’s […]

Birmingham dream-pop trio JAWS announce headline Belfast show at the Duke Of York, Tuesday, November 26th 2019
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Birmingham dream-pop trio JAWS announce headline Belfast show at the Duke Of York, Tuesday, November 26th 2019

May 1, 2019 XS Noize

Birmingham dream-pop trio JAWS are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Duke Of York on Tuesday, November 26th 2019. The band released their third and most ambitious album yet, “The Ceiling”, on […]

RUSSIAN CIRCLES Announce BELFAST Show at LIMELIGHT 2, Saturday August 10th 2019
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RUSSIAN CIRCLES Announce BELFAST Show at LIMELIGHT 2, Saturday August 10th 2019

May 1, 2019 XS Noize

American instrumental and post-metal act Russian Circles are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, August 10th 2019. Celebrated Chicago post-metal/rock trio, Russian Circles released their sixth studio album, Guidance, […]

THE NEVILLE STAPLE BAND Release New Single “Put Away Your Knives” - Listen Now
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THE NEVILLE STAPLE BAND Release New Single “Put Away Your Knives” – Listen Now

April 30, 2019 XS Noize

Check out this amazing song, “Put Away Your Knives”, by the Neville Staple Band, with its 2Tone influenced punky ska and reggae mix, along with the on-point lyrics that focus on the current knife crime […]

KIT PHILIPPA releases new video for 'Human' and announces 'You EP' out May 17th
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KIT PHILIPPA releases new video for ‘Human’ and announces ‘You EP’ out May 17th

April 30, 2019 XS Noize

Following on from the success of debut singles ‘Human’ and ‘Grace’ coupled with the winning of the Northern Irish Music Prize – Single of the Year 2018, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Kitt Philippa (KP) now gears […]

MINI MANSIONS Release New Single  ‘Bad Things (That Make You Feel Good)’ - Listen Now
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MINI MANSIONS Release New Single ‘Bad Things (That Make You Feel Good)’ – Listen Now

April 30, 2019 XS Noize

Following its first play by Annie Mac on BBC Radio 1 last night, today Mini Mansions, the beloved Los Angeles band comprising members of Queens of the Stone Age, Arctic Monkeys and The Last Shadow […]

Australian, psych-rock luminaries STONEFIELD announce their new album, BENT 1
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Australian, psych-rock luminaries STONEFIELD announce their new album, BENT

April 30, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Australian, psych-rock luminaries Stonefield have announced their new album, BENT (out June 14 via Flightless Records). Produced by Joe Walker and Stu Mackenzie of King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, the album was recorded in-between tours, in just five days. Written largely […]

BIG THIEF share ‘Century’, the third single from their forthcoming album U.F.O.F.
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BIG THIEF share ‘Century’, the third single from their forthcoming album U.F.O.F.

April 30, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Big Thief share ‘Century’, the third single from their forthcoming album U.F.O.F. (out this Friday). Following ‘Cattails’ and ‘UFOF’, ‘Century’ finds the band at the height of their powers as musicians, with bassist Max […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Craig Finn - I Need A New War
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Craig Finn – I Need A New War

April 30, 2019 Daniel Lynch

Craig Finn’s lyricism could just as easily be classed as poetry, prose or short story telling. His turn of phrase and timing are a delight throughout I Need A New War, his fourth solo album. […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Frank Turner - 'Be More Kind'
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FRANK TURNER announces full line-up for 2019’s Lost Evenings Festival

April 30, 2019 XS Noize

Frank Turner’s award-winning Lost Evenings Festival comes to Boston’s House Of Blues on 16th – 19th May 2019. The now sold out 4-day festival (winner of the AIM Best Independent Festival Award in September 2017) […]

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