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          Simple Minds’ Jim Kerr & Charlie Burchill announce two special Scottish events ahead of joint memoir release

          September 25, 2025

          Simple Minds founder members and lifelong collaborators Jim Kerr & Charlie Burchill are pleased to announce two very special Scottish events next month to celebrate the publication of their long-awaited memoir. A candid, moving and kinetic story of self-realisation through […]

          Fine Young Cannibals
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          Fine Young Cannibals Mark 40 Years with New Career-Spanning Compilation ‘FYC40’ Out November 21

          September 24, 2025

          In 1985, Fine Young Cannibals made an unforgettable first impression with their debut single ‘Johnny Come Home’ and their self-titled album, showcasing a fully-formed act with a sharp, soulful sound and potent songs. But it was […]

          Keith & Kristyn Getty
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          Keith & Kristyn Getty Returning to Belfast with ‘Home for Christmas’

          September 24, 2025

          Following two unforgettable sold-out nights in Belfast last December, world-renowned NI hymn writers Keith & Kristyn Getty are bringing their acclaimed ‘Home for Christmas’ concert back to the SSE Arena on Monday 22 December for […]

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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
          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
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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
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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

          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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        • 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 […]

          Divine Comedy
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          The Divine Comedy’s Neil Hannon on “Rainy Sunday Afternoon” | XS Noize Podcast #245

          September 16, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube In Episode #245 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Neil Hannon — the brilliant mind behind The Divine Comedy — for a revealing conversation about his new […]

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 […]

MAPS shares new track 'BOTH SIDES' & announces live dates - Listen Now
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MAPS shares new track ‘BOTH SIDES’ & announces live dates – Listen Now

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

Mercury-nominated UK composer/producer Maps shares new track ‘Both Sides’, taken from his anticipated fourth album ‘Colours. Reflect. Time. Loss.’ to be released on the 10th May 2019 through Mute. Watch the video of ‘Both Sides’ […]

THE NATIONAL Announce Five Intimate Shows in Paris, New York, London, Toronto and Los Angeles
Gigs

THE NATIONAL Announce Five Intimate Shows in Paris, New York, London, Toronto and Los Angeles

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

The National have announced “A Special Evening With The National,” a series of five unique events in Paris, New York, London, Toronto and Los Angeles. Tickets for New York, Toronto and Los Angeles go on […]

U2 Announce THE EUROPA EP Exclusively for RECORD STORE DAY 2019 1
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U2 Announce THE EUROPA EP Exclusively for RECORD STORE DAY 2019

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

Interscope announces today: U2 The Europa EP, a new 3-track EP to celebrate Record Store Day on Saturday 13th April 2019. The Europa EP: Side A features an exclusive new mix of previously unreleased material from U2’s […]

LIVE REVIEW: Brian Fallon - Academy, Dublin 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Brian Fallon – Academy, Dublin

February 28, 2019 Daniel Lynch

Perhaps expectations of something in-between Bruce Springsteen on Broadway and a Tom Waits interview were too lofty for Brian Fallon’s first foray into an entirely solo tour. The former Gaslight Anthem frontman travelled light, alternating […]

NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce exclusive 'WAIT AND RETURN EP' for Record Store Day 2019 1
Gigs

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce exclusive ‘WAIT AND RETURN EP’ for Record Store Day 2019

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds today announce the ‘Wait And Return EP’ – a special remix collection of tracks which will be released exclusively for Record Store Day 2019 on Saturday 13th April. Released as a limited edition 12” pressed on […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Kae Astra - Dreams - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Kae Astra – Dreams – Listen Now

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

Kae Astra melds her history of music-making with newfound effervescent energy as frontwoman and lead songwriter for this project. With this being her debut release, you’d be forgiven for not having heard any of Kae […]

LIVE REVIEW: Palace - Village Underground, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Palace – Village Underground, London

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

Normally when a van gets stolen there is seldom interest, however when Palaces’ tour van got stolen around a week before the Village Underground gig; there was a media storm. Upsetting as this was; it […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: THE GULPS - 'The Kings House' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: THE GULPS – ‘The Kings House’ – Watch Now

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

The Gulps are an invigorating new London band fuelled by rock music at its best who demand to be heard with their unique take on classic power pop. They harvest a sound that blends the […]

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