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          HAPPY MONDAYS Celebrate 40 Years with New Singles Compilation ‘The Factory Singles’ – Out December 5

          October 15, 2025

          London Records are to mark 40 years of the Happy Mondays with a series of special releases, beginning with the new compilation ‘The Factory Singles’, available November 28th on double CD, double LP & cassette. […]

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          Courtney Barnett Returns with New Single and Video “Stay in Your Lane”

          October 15, 2025

          Today, GRAMMY-nominated Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett makes an exciting return with her brand new single, “Stay In Your Lane.” The song kicks off her next musical chapter and is the first new material since the […]

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          Culture Wars Swing Back Hard with Anthemic New Single “Bittersweet”

          October 15, 2025

          Emotion-fueled rock collective Culture Wars return with their new single “Bittersweet,” an arena-ready, shout-from-the-rooftops anthem that showcases frontman Alex Dugan’s dynamic vocal range and the band’s ability to blend soaring hooks with raw angst. The […]

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          dust - Sky is Falling
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Dust – Sky Is Falling

          October 15, 2025

          Dust’s Sky Is Falling doesn’t so much make a statement as just show up and grab your attention. The Australian 5-piece follow up on their 2023 debut with an album that isn’t polished or overworked; […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash - Ad Astra
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash – Ad Astra

          October 3, 2025

          Perennial 90’s power-pop heroes Ash return this autumn with their ninth studio album, Ad Astra. Now well into their fourth decade together, Tim Wheeler, Mark Hamilton and Rick McMurray continue to show that their knack […]

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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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          Divine comedy
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          LIVE REVIEW: The Divine Comedy Illuminate the Barbican with ‘Rainy Sunday Afternoon’ and Timeless Wit

          October 13, 2025

          For some, thirteen is an unlucky number. But for The Divine Comedy, their thirteenth studio album Rainy Sunday Afternoon — recorded in Abbey Road’s Studio 3 — proves anything but cursed. As the band took […]

          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 […]

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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: 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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        • Fabrizio Cammarata
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          INTERVIEW: Fabrizio Cammarata on Solitude, Connection, and the Inner Worlds of His New Album “Insularities”

          October 10, 2025

          Sicilian singer-songwriter Fabrizio Cammarata has returned with Insularities — a quietly profound exploration of connection, isolation, transformation, and memory. The record invites listeners into a space between light and shadow, where grief and love share […]

          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 […]

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        • Miles Kane | XS Noize Podcast #251
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          Miles Kane on new album ‘Sunlight in the Shadows’ & Working with Dan Auerbach | XS Noize Podcast #251

          October 15, 2025

          In this episode, #251 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Kane to discuss his electrifying new album Sunlight in the Shadows — a swaggering, soulful, and deeply personal record marking […]

          BEARS DEN X
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          Ciaran Lavery & Bear’s Den discuss their new collaborative EP “Promiser” | XS Noize Podcast #250

          October 11, 2025

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          Moon Panda
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          Inside Moon Panda’s Dreamy New Album “Dumb Luck” | XS Noize Podcast #249

          October 7, 2025

          In this episode, #249 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Maddy Myers and Gustav Moltke from the Californian-Danish dream-pop collective Moon Panda to discuss their stunning third album, Dumb Luck — […]

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PREMIERE: Ivan & The Parazol traverse themes of flirtation and relationships on glam-psych number ‘Is That’ - Listen Now
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PREMIERE: Ivan & The Parazol traverse themes of flirtation and relationships on glam-psych number ‘Is That’ – Listen Now

March 21, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Is That’ from Budapestian rockers Ivan & The Parazol from their fourth album ‘Exotic Post Traumatic’ out March 22 on Butler Records. “‘Is That’ seems very simple, but […]

FAT WHITE FAMILY Share the Roisin Murphy-directed video to “Tastes Good With The Money” - Watch Now
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FAT WHITE FAMILY Share the Roisin Murphy-directed video to “Tastes Good With The Money” – Watch Now

March 20, 2019 XS Noize

Following the recent announcement of their third album, Serfs Up! , Fat White Family have shared the video to ” Tastes Good With The Money “, an absurd Monty Python-inspired ‘romp’ directed by Roisin Murphy. […]

INTERVIEW: Benjamin Francis Leftwich discusses new album, 'Gratitude' 1
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INTERVIEW: Benjamin Francis Leftwich discusses new album, ‘Gratitude’

March 20, 2019 XS Noize

Benjamin Francis Leftwich begins a headline UK and Ireland tour this Spring, including a Belfast date at the Empire Music Hall on Sunday 24th March 2019. The tour runs throughout March and April culminating in […]

Adrock and Mike D add a third night in Brooklyn for Beastie Boys Story
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Adrock and Mike D add a third night in Brooklyn for Beastie Boys Story

March 20, 2019 XS Noize

With their previously announced Philadelphia and two Brooklyn shows having sold out instantly, Adam “Adrock” Horovitz and Michael “Mike D” Diamond have confirmed a third night in Brooklyn for Beastie Boys Story – A 2 […]

PREMIERE: Diesel Park West - 'Living In The UK' - Watch Now
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PREMIERE: Diesel Park West – ‘Living In The UK’ – Watch Now

March 20, 2019 XS Noize

There are bands that go the distance. And then there is Diesel Park West. In a tale of Homeric proportions, the group from Leicester, England have kept faith throughout a career that stretches back, unbroken, […]

LIAM GEDDES Announces Headline Belfast Show at VOODOO, Saturday 8th June 2019
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LIAM GEDDES Announces Headline Belfast Show at VOODOO, Saturday 8th June 2019

March 20, 2019 XS Noize

Irish singer-songwriter Liam Geddes is pleased to announce a headline show at Voodoo, Belfast on Saturday 08th June 2019. Liam (from Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland) has had his fair share of experiences with the music […]

RYAN MACK Announces Headline Belfast Show at Voodoo, Saturday 1st June 2019
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RYAN MACK Announces Headline Belfast Show at Voodoo, Saturday 1st June 2019

March 20, 2019 XS Noize

Irish singer-songwriter Ryan Mack is pleased to announce a headline show at Voodoo, Belfast on Saturday 01st June 2019. On the back of his recent success with his previous singles ‘Sofa’ and ‘I Don’t Wana’, […]

THE JAPANESE HOUSE returns with brand new single ‘Lilo’ - Listen Now
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LIVE REVIEW: The Japanese House at The Caves, Edinburgh

March 20, 2019 Fionn Crossan

The atmosphere at the venue before The Japanese House took to the stage was electric. Loud chattering conversation echoed on the stone walls of the beautiful Edinburgh venue and many eyes remained glued in anticipation […]

CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN share new single, '2all', from forthcoming, third album, The Balance
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CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN share new single, ‘2all’, from forthcoming, third album, The Balance

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Speaking directly to fans and friends through his lyrics, Catfish and the Bottlemen’s Van McCann opens up about lies, loyalty and love with new single, 2all, released on Tue 19 March 2019 on Island Records. […]

Electronic music producer DAITHI Announces Belfast Show at DUKE OF YORK, Friday 24th May 2019
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Electronic music producer DAITHI Announces Belfast Show at DUKE OF YORK, Friday 24th May 2019

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Electronic music producer Daithi is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Duke of York on Friday 24th May 2019. Daithi is an electronic music producer obsessed by the culture of Ireland. The […]

TOUTS Announce headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Thursday March 2019
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INTERVIEW: Derry three piece Punk band, TOUTS talk ahead of Belfast show

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Derry three piece Punk band, Touts play a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Thursday, March 21st 2019. Touts a three-piece teenage punk band from Derry, Northern Ireland. The unhinged, angry and visceral teens are […]

THE BONNEVILLES Announce Headline Belfast Show at THE LIMELIGHT 2, Monday 27th May
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THE BONNEVILLES Announce Headline Belfast Show at THE LIMELIGHT 2, Monday 27th May

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Blues, Punk, Rock band from Northern Ireland, The Bonnevilles are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Monday 27th May 2019. The Bonnevilles are shaking Northern Ireland in a way […]

PADDY HANNA Announces Headline Belfast Show at Duke of York, Friday 31st May
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PADDY HANNA Announces Headline Belfast Show at Duke of York, Friday 31st May

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Irish songwriter Paddy Hanna has announced a headline Belfast show at the Duke of York on Friday 31st May 2019. Paddy Hanna’s second album, 2018’s Frankly, I Mutate was hailed by critics as “essential’ (Uproxx), […]

PREMIERE: Slide - 'If You Say' - Watch Now
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PREMIERE: Slide – ‘If You Say’ – Watch Now

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Having recently released their debut EP ‘Into Happiness’ on March 8th through If Music Could Talk /AWAL, rising Swedish indie-rock duo Slide today release the video for their latest single ‘If You Say’.  Speaking about […]

PREMIERE: Joint4Nine - 'I'm Coming Home (Babe)' - Listen Now
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PREMIERE: Joint4Nine – ‘I’m Coming Home (Babe)’ – Listen Now

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Relatively new to the scene and already making waves, Columbian electronic producer / DJ, Joint4Nine (Ivan Lozano), drops a brand new track ‘I’m Coming Home (Babe)’, a wonky, funky house cut that begs for repeated […]

JOHNNY LLOYD Unveils intimate 'Rich And Poor' video - Watch Now
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JOHNNY LLOYD Unveils intimate ‘Rich And Poor’ video – Watch Now

March 18, 2019 XS Noize

Today, JOHNNY LLOYD unveils ‘Rich And Poor’, the second single to arrive from his much-anticipated debut solo album ‘Next Episode Starts In 15 Seconds’ (out 3 May, via Xtra Mile Recordings). Artful of arrangement, articulate […]

THE NINTH WAVE announce debut album 'Infancy' - Listen to new single 'Used To Be Yours' 1
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THE NINTH WAVE announce debut album ‘Infancy’ – Listen to new single ‘Used To Be Yours’

March 18, 2019 XS Noize

The Ninth Wave announce their debut album “Infancy”, to be released in two parts in 2019: Part I on April 26 and Part II on November 15. The Glaswegian four-piece have also released their new […]

Andy Bell (Erasure) stars in QUEERETERIA TV at Above The Stag Theatre
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Andy Bell (Erasure) stars in QUEERETERIA TV at Above The Stag Theatre

March 18, 2019 XS Noize

As one of the most popular synth-pop bands in the UK has ever produced, Erasure penned over 200 songs and have sold over 25 million albums worldwide, 5 of them hitting the UK number one spot […]

REVIEW: Cold Water Swimmers Double A-Side 'Summer Breeze' / 'I’ll Be Your Witness' - Listen Now
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REVIEW: Cold Water Swimmers Double A-Side ‘Summer Breeze’ / ‘I’ll Be Your Witness’ – Listen Now

March 18, 2019 Sandra Blemster

The Cold Water Swimmers played their debut gig in May 2018 in Manchester’s Northern Quarter area which I attended. At the time I was struck by how raw and direct they came across. Fronted by […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Unkle - The Road Part II: Lost Highway
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Unkle – The Road Part II: Lost Highway

March 18, 2019 Lori Gava

James Lavelle has become legendary for the creation and output of his collaborative Unkle project. His sonics have made him a forerunner of Trip Hop and to many, he is the lynchpin in melding Techno […]

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