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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 […]

          shack
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          Legendary Liverpool Band SHACK Announce December UK Shows After Spring Sell-Outs

          September 29, 2025

          The rush of excitement and love for the unexpected 2025 return of Liverpool’s venerated songsmiths, Shack, extends to the end of the year with six new intimate dates lined up for December. Opening at the Bristol […]

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          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Hause – …and the Mermaid
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          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 […]

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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 […]

          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
          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 […]

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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
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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

          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
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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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TREVOR HORN Announces Summer UK Tour
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TREVOR HORN Announces Summer UK Tour

March 4, 2019 XS Noize

Trevor Horn has today announced a headline UK tour for July 2019. The tour will see Trevor and his band, as well as an orchestra, play shows in Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester and Nottingham. They will […]

NILE RODGERS & CHIC Announce Waterfront Hall, Belfast Show, Tuesday June 4th 2019
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NILE RODGERS & CHIC Announce Waterfront Hall, Belfast Show, Tuesday June 4th 2019

March 4, 2019 XS Noize

Funk legend Nile Rodgers will return to Belfast with his legendary band CHIC on Tuesday, June 04th 2019 at Waterfront Hall. Among music legends, Nile Rodgers is truly exceptional. He amplifies his legacy as a […]

BOOK REVIEW: Swan Song By the Cloudscape Comics Society 1
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: Swan Song By the Cloudscape Comics Society

March 3, 2019 Michael Barron

At XS Noize we have taken you on musical journeys one didn’t think was possible through books, particularly graphic novels. We have taken you on magical mystery tours via Yellow Submarine, explored the stories behind […]

LIVE REVIEW: Hayseed Dixie - The Empire Music Hall, Belfast
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Hayseed Dixie – The Empire Music Hall, Belfast

March 3, 2019 Daniel Lynch

These aren’t the rock and roll covers you’ll hear on fancy new car advertisements on the TV. Hayseed Dixie take classic rock, get it drunk on homemade alcohol, spin it around a few times and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Ten Fé - ‘Future Perfect, Present Tense’
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ALBUM REVIEW: Ten Fé – ‘Future Perfect, Present Tense’

March 3, 2019 Sandra Blemster

Two years on from the release of their critically acclaimed debut album Hit the Light, Ten Fe are back with their follow-up. Future Perfect, Present Tense, is due out March 8th on Some Kinda Love/PIAS […]

PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION Release New Single 'I Can't Keep Up With Your Love' - Listen Now
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PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION Release New Single ‘I Can’t Keep Up With Your Love’ – Listen Now

March 2, 2019 XS Noize

Liverpool five-piece Paris Youth Foundation releases the follow up to last month’s ‘Look What You Started’ today. ‘I Can’t Keep Up With Your Love’ is the 2nd track to be taken from their forthcoming EP […]

ihatezacky releases debut EP 'IN.CASE.I.DON'T.WAKE.UP' on 26 April 2019 1
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ihatezacky releases debut EP ‘IN.CASE.I.DON’T.WAKE.UP’ on 26 April 2019

March 2, 2019 XS Noize

Zachariah Storm AKA ihatezacky is the lead singer of Grunge/Hardcore band The Flesh Velvet who’ve played all over the UK & Europe, his influences include Marilyn Manson, Suicideboys, Korn, Eminem, Dr Dre & Scarlxrd. Personal […]

Icelandic singer Hafdis Huld to release fifth studio album 'Variations' on 26 April 2019
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Icelandic singer Hafdis Huld to release fifth studio album ‘Variations’ on 26 April 2019

March 2, 2019 XS Noize

Hafdis Huld is an Icelandic singer with an international fan-base in over 65 countries. Her songs have more than 11.5 million Spotify streams, are on numerous compilations and advertising campaigns across Europe. She’s had several […]

IN FOCUS// The Stranglers at Ulster Hall, Belfast, Northern Ireland 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Stranglers at Ulster Hall, Belfast, Northern Ireland

March 2, 2019 Clair McAllister

The Stranglers’ Back on the Tracks 19-date UK Tour kicked off in Belfast on 28th February at the Ulster Hall. Clair McAllister was on hand to take these fantastic live images. Check out more images […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Foals - Everything Not Saved Will Be Lost Part 1
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ALBUM REVIEW: Foals – Everything Not Saved Will Be Lost Part 1

March 1, 2019 Lori Gava

In 2015 Foals released their much anticipated fourth recording, “What Went Down”. That album could be best described as a collection of aggressive intense rock tunes that have come to define Foals’ sound. In January […]

PREFAB SPROUT Announce Special Edition 'Steve McQueen Acoustic' for Record Store Day 2019
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PREFAB SPROUT Announce Special Edition ‘Steve McQueen Acoustic’ for Record Store Day 2019

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

Originally released in 1985, Prefab Sprout have announced a special edition of their masterpiece ‘Steve McQueen’. ‘Steve McQueen Acoustic’ will be released exclusively on 180g vinyl for the very first time for Record Store Day […]

SONJA SLEATOR announces brand new Single ‘GOODBYE’ March 1st and EP ‘VIOLENT STRAWBERRY’ April 5th
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SONJA SLEATOR shares video for brand new Single ‘GOODBYE’ – Watch Now

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

Sonja Sleator has established herself as one of Northern Ireland’s most recognisable singer/songwriters. Her story-driven songs are making her one to watch in the Irish music scene and have led to appearances on local radio, […]

GOMEZ announce 20th anniversary edition of Mercury Music Prize winning debut album 'Bring It On' + UK tour dates 3
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GOMEZ announces their headline show at Manchester’s O2 Ritz, Fri 26 July 2019

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

Ahead of their July 2019 UK tour, Southport-quartet Gomez announces their headline show at Manchester’s O2 Ritz, Fri 26 July 2019. After last year’s sold-out 20th anniversary tour, the group return to the stage in support […]

MUMFORD & SONS Announce Gentlemen of The Road Takeover at Malahide Castle 1
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MUMFORD & SONS have added a second show at Malahide Castle due to phenomenal demand

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

Mumford & Sons have added a second show at Malahide Castle due to phenomenal demand. Tickets for the extra date Saturday 15th June are on sale now. The Gentlemen of The Road production features special […]

BLACK STAR RIDERS announce Belfast show on Thursday October 17th 2019
Gigs

BLACK STAR RIDERS announce Belfast show on Thursday October 17th 2019

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

US rock band Black Star Riders are pleased to announce a Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Thursday, October 17th 2019. The band will release their fourth studio album in September of this year. […]

Motörhead announce 'Overkill / Bomber' 7" single for Record Store Day
New Music

Motörhead announce ‘Overkill / Bomber’ 7″ single for Record Store Day

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

Motörhead has announced the release of ‘Overkill / Bomber’ on double picture disc 7” vinyl, which will be released via BMG for Record Store Day, featuring a new 2019 remaster of the original ‘Overkill’ single […]

SUNDARA KARMA today reveal ‘Little Smart Houses’ from their forthcoming album 'Ulfilas’ Alphabet' - Watch Now
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SUNDARA KARMA’S acclaimed album Ulfilas’ Alphabet is released today – Listen Now

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

Sundara Karma’s acclaimed album Ulfilas’ Alphabet is released today on Chess Club / RCA. The album has already been greeted with critical acclaim from the likes of Q, DIY, Dork and Long Live Vinyl, and […]

NEW PAGANS announce new single, ‘IT’S DARKER’ & Irish tour dates
Gigs

NEW PAGANS announce new single, ‘IT’S DARKER’ & Irish tour dates

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

New Pagans create music that is vivid and engaged. The songs have massive riffs and rare dynamics. The lyrics are ready to start conversations and challenge the given ideas. Every release is a throwdown, a […]

INTERVIEW: James' bassist JIM GLENNIE discusses new album 'Living in Extraordinary Times.' 1
Gigs

JAMES announce their March 2019 LIVING IN EXTRAORDINARY TIMES UK Tour

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

JAMES announce their March 2019 LIVING IN EXTRAORDINARY TIMES UK Tour. Starting at Margate Winter Gardens, the tour will visit some of the UK’s best known and most iconic venues, from London’s Royal Albert Hall […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: HunBjørn - 'Who Are We To Love' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: HunBjørn – ‘Who Are We To Love’ – Watch Now

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

HunBjørn is a new act on the Danish indie and electro-pop scene. Her musical universe is both raw and vulnerable. Catchy melodies, dreamy waves of synths, vocals and distorted guitars in a tight setting of […]

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