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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
          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Hause – …and the Mermaid
          Album Reviews

          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
          Classic Albums

          ‘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
          Live Reviews

          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 […]

        • In Focus

          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, […]

  • Gigs
        • 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
          Gigs

          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
          Interviews

          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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        • Gary Numan
          Podcasts

          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 […]

          Tom Smith
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          Editors’ Tom Smith on Debut Solo Album ‘There Is Nothing In The Dark That Isn’t There In The Light’ | XS Noize Podcast #244

          September 9, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “I wanted to be less collaborative, a bit more selfish, and make a record that’s a truer representation of the songs I write when I’m alone at the piano or guitar.” […]

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FLORENCE + THE MACHINE shares new single 'Hunger' + announces new album, ‘High As Hope’ 1
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ALBUM REVIEW: Florence and the Machine – High as Hope

July 11, 2018 Lori Gava

It becomes quickly apparent that Florence Welsh frontwoman for Florence and the Machine has been taking inventory of her life. Turning 30 in the period between the release of Flo+Machine’s third release “How Big, How […]

ENTER SHIKARI Announce Their Longest Ever UK Tour
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ENTER SHIKARI Announce Their Longest Ever UK Tour

July 11, 2018 XS Noize

Hot off the heels of winning Best Album at the Kerrang! Awards for Top 5 album ‘The Spark’, the soaring career of alt-rock band Enter Shikari continues to rise as they announce their longest UK […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: MYO - 'San Junipero' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: MYO – ‘San Junipero’ – Watch Now

July 11, 2018 XS Noize

Today XS Noize are pleased to premiere the video for San Junipero the new single from MYO. This forward thinking 4-piece spend their time programming synths, crashing Ableton and battling midi controllers. Combining the expressive vocals of […]

THE LEMON TWIGS Announce new album 'Go To School' and live shows
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THE LEMON TWIGS Announce new album ‘Go To School’ and live shows

July 10, 2018 XS Noize

The Lemon Twigs have announced details of their most ambitious project to date: their second album, Go To School to be released August 24. A musical conceived by brothers Brian and Michael D’Addario, the 15-track […]

THE KOOKS announce fifth album 'Let's Go Sunshine' and drop two new tracks 1
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THE KOOKS Announce Headline Belfast Show @ The Limelight 1 Monday 3rd September

July 10, 2018 XS Noize

English pop band The Kooks are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Monday 03rd September 2018. Back with their fifth studio album, ‘Let’s Go Sunshine’ which is due for […]

THE TWILIGHT SAD - Share New song 'I/M NOT HERE [missing face]' + Tour Dates
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THE TWILIGHT SAD – Share New song ‘I/M NOT HERE [missing face]’ + Tour Dates

July 10, 2018 XS Noize

Off the back of the news of their recent signing to Rock Action Records, Glasgow’s The Twilight Sad today announce plans for extensive UK, European and North American tours this autumn as well as sharing […]

LIVE REVIEW: City Beerfest 2018, Guildhall Yard, London
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LIVE REVIEW: City Beerfest 2018, Guildhall Yard, London

July 9, 2018 Michael Barron

XS Noize was invited to City Beerfest 2018, held in Guildhall Yard, London. Whilst for many, beer is an essential festival ingredient; music is an essential ingredient for all. It was pleasing to XS Noize […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Grace Savage drops a brand new remix of her summer smash ‘Running Under Water’
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TRACK PREMIERE: Grace Savage drops a brand new remix of her summer smash ‘Running Under Water’

July 9, 2018 XS Noize

Grace Savage drops a brand new remix of her summer smash ‘Running Under Water’, including a series of summer festival dates. Remixed by hotly tipped London producer Jason Julian, Grace says: “I wanted Jason to […]

Rising Star ROE to Release Brand New Single “Wasted.Patient.Thinking.”
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ROE – Releases Clever New Video for ‘HEY THOMAS’ – Watch Now

July 9, 2018 XS Noize

ROE is 19-year-old grumpy multi-instrumentalist from Derry (Ireland), Roisin Donald. Laying down her unique brand of self-styled “Grumpy Electro-Pop”, she has been blazing a trail for young female indie artists across Ireland, UK, Europe and […]

MILES KANE Announces 12-date Winter Headline Tour
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MILES KANE Announces 12-date Winter Headline Tour

July 6, 2018 XS Noize

Following an intimate and rip-roaring UK club tour with his explosive new band that included two sold-out shows at Moth Club, Miles Kane has announced 12 further UK dates for this winter including a show […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Mr. Probz - 'Space For Two' (R3HAB Remix)
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Mr. Probz – ‘Space For Two’ (R3HAB Remix)

July 6, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Working its way out of the studio of the iconic producer and superstar DJ R3HAB at the moment is his brand new remix for Mr Probz. Having taken the soulful sound of “Space For Two” […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Junkerry - 'Miss Baker's Ride' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Junkerry – ‘Miss Baker’s Ride’ – Watch Now

July 6, 2018 XS Noize

Junkerry is taking a different path to many musicians, she collaborates with visual artists and tech companies to create contemporary music based art projects. The Junkerry ethos is to merge artistic disciplines and genres, to […]

THE VAMPS Announce Belfast Show @ The SSE Arena, Tuesday 28th May 2019
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THE VAMPS Announce Belfast Show @ The SSE Arena, Tuesday 28th May 2019

July 6, 2018 XS Noize

The Vamps are certainly having a busy summer! Fresh from a US promo tour where they performed on some of the biggest TV shows in America, they now return to the UK with the announcement […]

THE CORAL announce new album 'Move Through The Dawn' to be released August 17th
Gigs

THE CORAL Announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Wednesday 21st November 2018

July 6, 2018 XS Noize

UK rock band The Coral are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Wednesday 21st November 2018. The Coral have announced details of their new album ‘Move Through The Dawn’, […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Lúlla - 'Suffer' (Nude Disco Remix)
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TRACK PREMIERE: Lúlla – ‘Suffer’ (Nude Disco Remix)

July 6, 2018 XS Noize

Synth-pop duo Lúlla, DJ / producer Vern from Nude Disco & Icelandic singer/songwriter Heidrun Bjornsdottir, are pleased to announce the release of their brand new single ‘Suffer’ due this July via Nude Disco Records. They […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Henri - 'Last Dance' feat Imogen Rose
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TRACK PREMIERE: Henri – ‘Last Dance’ feat Imogen Rose

July 5, 2018 XS Noize

Following her release on Anjunadeep earlier this year, DJ, producer and songwriter Henri makes her return with “Last Dance.” The track is laced with cinematic emotion with the ethereal Imogen Rose’s piercingly high haunting vocal […]

DEAF HAVANA reveal video for single SINNER from new album RITUALS
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DEAF HAVANA reveal video for single SINNER from new album RITUALS

July 5, 2018 XS Noize

Deaf Havana can today reveal the official video for Sinner. This is the first single taken from Rituals, their forthcoming album which is out on August 3rd via SO recordings. Sinner has already received great […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Dan Bettridge 'Memphis, TN' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Dan Bettridge ‘Memphis, TN’ – Listen Now

July 5, 2018 XS Noize

Dan Bettridge is an artist whose output has defied rigid classification as soul, rock or country. Bettridge stands up with the kind of growl and swagger you’d expect from a singer-songwriter twice his age. In […]

INTERVIEW: Taylor Johnson of BRAND NEW FRIEND - "We made an album by accident"
Gigs

BRAND NEW FRIEND Unveil Video for New Single ‘Why Are You So Tired?’ + Live Dates

July 5, 2018 XS Noize

With 2018 proving to be their busiest year so far, Northern Irish quartet BRAND NEW FRIEND continue through the summer with the release of a new single ‘WHY ARE YOU SO TIRED?’ today 5th July. […]

JOHNNY MARR Announces New Album 'CALL THE COMET' To Be Released June 15th 2
Round Up

JUNE 2018 // Music Round-Up

July 4, 2018 Ben P Scott

Time for a look at some of the very best tracks of the last month or so in this new monthly round-up curated by DJ and writer Ben P Scott. This edition features new music […]

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