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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 […]

          The Cure
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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, […]

          The Charlatans
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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
          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 […]

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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
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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 […]

          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
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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
          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 […]

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

          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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SON OF THE HOUND to play Belfast show on April 3rd at Limelight 2
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SON OF THE HOUND to play Belfast show on April 3rd at Limelight 2

March 30, 2019 XS Noize

Son of The Hound is guitar pop brainchild of Irish troubadour Michael McCullagh. Simultaneously melancholic and euphoric, his outsider anthems of life’s light and shade have fostered a connection with his fans. If you’ve attended […]

CORMAC NEESON announced as ambassador for MENCAP NI
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CORMAC NEESON Releases Video for ‘BROKEN WING’ Single – Watch Now

March 29, 2019 XS Noize

Cormac Neeson and Mencap NI are delighted to announce a new relationship that will see Neeson become an ambassador for the learning disability charity and will see Mencap fully support his new forthcoming single Broken […]

MODERN FAMILY UNIT: ready to revitalise modern New Wave with single  ‘Mmm mmm mm aah’
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Modern Family Unit – Man In A Box

March 29, 2019 Gemma Harewood

Newly released via GAS Records is “Man In A Box,” a killer single that takes you back to the 60s from Modern Family Unit. It moves seamlessly between retro pop meets jazz vibes and a […]

PREMIERE: Rachelle Rhienne - ‘M2M' - Watch Now
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PREMIERE: Rachelle Rhienne – ‘M2M’ – Watch Now

March 29, 2019 XS Noize

Catchy, summery Latin infused pop gem by Scottish singer/songwriter Rachelle Rhienne who is currently a judge in the new BBC Series ‘All Together Now’ ahead of her next single release ‘M2M’(Midnight to Morning). And the […]

INTERVIEW: Belfast duo Blue Americans, discuss their upcoming Sum Yen EP 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Belfast duo Blue Americans, discuss their upcoming Sum Yen EP

March 29, 2019 XS Noize

Belfast duo Blue Americans – Kris Platt and Daniel Morgan Ball play a Belfast headline show at Voodoo on Sunday, May 26th 2019. The two-piece released their brand new single ‘Sunchaser’ on 29th March, taken […]

THE WEDDING PRESENT (BIZARRO 30TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR) Announced for Belfast's Empire Music Hall, Sunday 26th May 2019 1
Gigs

The legendary CHER Confirms SSE Arena, Belfast Show

March 29, 2019 XS Noize

The legendary CHER has today confirmed she’s adding a Belfast date to her Here We Go Again World Tour – her first live show in the city in over 15 years will take place at […]

PREMIERE: Erin K - Frame To Freeze - Watch Now
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PREMIERE: Erin K – Frame To Freeze – Watch Now

March 29, 2019 XS Noize

Berlin-based, American born musician Erin K releases new single FRAME TO FREEZE exclusively via XS Noize today, taken from forthcoming album I NEED SOUND due for release in June. The album features a beautiful mix […]

CAGE THE ELEPHANT Release New Single 'Night Running' with BECK - Listen Now
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CAGE THE ELEPHANT Release New Single ‘Night Running’ with BECK – Listen Now

March 28, 2019 XS Noize

Cage The Elephant today releases a brand new song ‘Night Running’, with Beck. The track is taken from the band’s forthcoming fifth studio album, ‘Social Cues’, out April 19th on Columbia Records. Cage The Elephant […]

STING Announces New Album ‘My Songs’ To Be Released May 24th
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STING Announces New Album ‘My Songs’ To Be Released May 24th

March 28, 2019 XS Noize

Sting has announced ‘My Songs’, a new album comprised of the 17-time Grammy Award winner’s most celebrated hits from his unparalleled career, each reshaped and reimagined for 2019. ‘My Songs’ will be released on May […]

LIVE REVIEW: Tom Grennan - Royal Albert Hall, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Tom Grennan – Royal Albert Hall, London

March 28, 2019 Michael Barron

In aid of the Teenage Cancer Trust, for the nineteenth year now, the Royal Albert Hall has annually hosted gigs from some of the biggest and acclaimed global artists including Kasabian and Nile Rogers & […]

SKINNY LISTER - Are Back with New Album, New single + 2019 Tour
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SKINNY LISTER Release ‘My Life, My Architecture’ Video, ahead of April UK Tour Dates

March 28, 2019 XS Noize

After a series of barn-storming shows throughout Europe this month, SKINNY LISTER set a course for the second leg of their UK tour and head for home with a new single in their sails: ‘My […]

FRANK CARTER AND THE RATTLE SNAKES Share New Single "ANXIETY",  Listen Now
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FRANK CARTER AND THE RATTLE SNAKES Share New Single “ANXIETY”, Listen Now

March 28, 2019 XS Noize

As they gear up for the release of their much anticipated new album, “End of Suffering”, Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes release perhaps their most personal track to date, in the form of the raw, […]

INTERPOL Announce new 5-track EP 'A Fine Mess', out May 17th 2
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INTERPOL Announce new 5-track EP ‘A Fine Mess’, out May 17th

March 28, 2019 XS Noize

Interpol today announce new EP ‘A Fine Mess’, which will be released May 17th on Matador Records. The announcement comes with new track ‘The Weekend’, which is available to hear below. Recorded during time spent […]

MAPS announces fourth album 'COLOURS. REFLECT. TIME. LOSS' - Listen to track
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Mercury-nominated UK composer/producer MAPS shares an inspired new version of ‘Both Sides’ – Listen Now

March 28, 2019 XS Noize

Mercury-nominated UK composer/producer Maps shares an inspired new version of ‘Both Sides’ from his anticipated fourth album ‘Colours. Reflect. Time. Loss.’ to be released on the 10th May 2019 through Mute. Maps has reworked tracks […]

SIGUR RÓS Announce Ágætis byrjun - A Good Beginning (20th Anniversary Edition) - due 21 June 1
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SIGUR RÓS Announce Ágætis byrjun – A Good Beginning (20th Anniversary Edition) – due 21 June

March 28, 2019 XS Noize

Twenty years ago a band came out of seemingly nowhere to deliver a record that “filled a deep-seated need listeners didn’t even know they had” (Pitchfork Best Albums of the 00s). The band was Sigur […]

AVA Belfast Announces First Wave Conference Line Up and Festival Day Splits + Day Tickets 1
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AVA Belfast Announces First Wave Conference Line Up and Festival Day Splits + Day Tickets

March 28, 2019 XS Noize

AVA announce the first wave of names to their free conference programme on Friday 31st May at the ‘MAC’, Belfast’s Metropolitan Arts Centre.  Heading back to its home of Belfast and celebrating 5 years strong in the city, […]

FEATURE: You Are Not Alone Festival (YANA) this Saturday March 30th, Manchester 2
Features

FEATURE: You Are Not Alone Festival (YANA) this Saturday March 30th, Manchester

March 27, 2019 Sandra Blemster

This coming Saturday, March 30th Manchester plays host to a multi-venue event in aid of Manchester Mind (the not-for-profit based charity for Mental Health). All profits go straight back to Manchester Mind. The festival will […]

LIVE REVIEW: The Cinematic Orchestra at Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Cinematic Orchestra at Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow

March 27, 2019 Fionn Crossan

After returning with their first album in 12 years, ‘To Believe’, ‘The Cinematic Orchestra’ last night brought their immersive live experience to the Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow. Opening the night was Salami Rose Joe […]

ALABAMA 3 Celebrate seminal album "Exile on Coldharbour Lane" with a "Best Of" set and first ever headline show at O2 Academy Brixton
Gigs

ALABAMA 3 Celebrate seminal album “Exile on Coldharbour Lane” with a “Best Of” set and first ever headline show at O2 Academy Brixton

March 27, 2019 XS Noize

Alabama 3 are heading back to their roots for a headline show in the neighbourhood’s most famous live music venue, O2 Academy Brixton, as well as announcing shows across the UK this December. More than […]

FEEDER announce new album 'Tallulah' to be released on August 9th - Listen to first single 'Fear Of Flying' 1
Gigs

FEEDER announce new album ‘Tallulah’ to be released on August 9th – Listen to first single ‘Fear Of Flying’

March 27, 2019 XS Noize

Feeder are in the midst of a resurgence, having scored consecutive Top 10 albums with 2016’s ‘All Bright Electric’ and the 2017 ‘Best Of’. That renewed power continues with their tenth studio album ‘Tallulah’, which […]

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