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          Rising indie rock duo Dea Matrona release new single “Magic Spell” ahead of UK & Ireland tour this November

          October 30, 2025

          Following the critical acclaim of their debut album ‘For Your Sins’, Dea Matrona continue to defy expectations with their unique blend of classic rock swagger and modern alt-pop edge. And new single “Magic Spell” is a […]

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          OASIS celebrate 30 years of ‘Wonderwall’ with new limited-edition 7-inch singles box set

          October 30, 2025

          Oasis today celebrate the 30th anniversary of Wonderwall. Three decades since its first release and with over 3 billion streams, Wonderwall’s significance, popularity and legacy continues to grow amidst the unprecedented glow of the Live ‘25 Tour. A […]

          Lily Allen
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          Lily Allen Announces First Tour in Seven Years — Performing New Album “West End Girl” in Full on UK Dates March 2026

          October 30, 2025

          The remarkable Lily Allen, whose new album ‘West End Girl’ has received rave reviews, has today (30th Oct) announced she will play her first dates for 7 years when she tours the UK in March […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Kool & The Gang – Greatest Hits
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Kool & The Gang – Greatest Hits

          October 27, 2025

          Few bands embody the joyous intersection of funk, soul, and pop quite like Kool & The Gang. With a career spanning six decades and 23 studio albums, their influence runs deep; from disco dancefloors and […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Lovely Eggs – Bin Juice
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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Lovely Eggs – Bin Juice

          October 16, 2025

          “It’s a shit business”, proclaimed Les McQueen of Crème Brulee fame about the music industry. It is certainly a brutal business, as many have discovered. A fair chunk of the issue is the volume of […]

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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
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          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 […]

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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: Coheed and Cambria Illuminate Nottingham’s Rock City with Progressive Power Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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          LIVE REVIEW: Coheed and Cambria Illuminate Nottingham’s Rock City with Progressive Power

          October 27, 2025

          An exceptional night of musicianship and energy unfolded as Coheed and Cambria brought their spellbinding brand of progressive metal to Nottingham’s Rock City on October 22nd. From the very first notes, the band drenched the […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Graham Nash Brings Timeless Harmony and Heart to the London Palladium
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Graham Nash Brings Timeless Harmony and Heart to the London Palladium

          October 21, 2025

          Many artists proudly boast of having special guests on their tours, but few can introduce one with the grace and humility of Graham Nash. Best known for his pivotal roles in The Hollies and Crosby, […]

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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: 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: :Panic :Over Are Turning Northern Irish Indie Into a Global Sound

          October 16, 2025

          Neal McClelland meets the Northern Irish band whose anthemic sound is turning heads from Belfast to Tokyo. There’s something electric about catching a band right before liftoff — that mix of confidence, humour, and disbelief […]

          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 […]

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        • Moya Brennan on the Echo of ‘Macalla’ — 40 Years of Clannad’s Timeless Legacy | XS Noize Podcast #255
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          Moya Brennan on the Echo of ‘Macalla’ — 40 Years of Clannad’s Timeless Legacy | XS Noize Podcast #255

          October 28, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Moya Brennan — the unmistakable voice of Clannad, often hailed as the First Lady of Celtic Music. This year marks the 40th […]

          Glen Matlock
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          Glen Matlock on Reclaiming His Story in ‘I Was a Teenage Sex Pistol’ | XS Noize Podcast #254

          October 26, 2025

          In this episode, #254 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by a true architect of punk — Glen Matlock, the original bassist and founding spark of The Sex Pistols. Glen co-wrote ten […]

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          White Lies: Inside the Sonic Freedom and Creative Telepathy of “Night Light” | XS Noize Podcast #253

          October 21, 2025

          In this episode, #253 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Charles Cave and Jack Lawrence-Brown from White Lies to discuss their electrifying seventh album Night Light. This bold, live-driven reinvention captures […]

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THE MAGIC NUMBERS Release new album & share new video - Watch Now
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THE MAGIC NUMBERS Release new album & share new video – Watch Now

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Mercury Prize nominated and multi-platinum selling London quartet, The Magic Numbers today release their long-awaited new album, Outsiders, available on all formats via Role Play Records. In-line with the release, the band are sharing the […]

CURSE OF LONO Announces New Album, AS I FELL To Be Released August 17th
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CURSE OF LONO Announces New Album, AS I FELL To Be Released August 17th

May 10, 2018 XS Noize

Acclaimed London five-piece Curse Of Lono announces their new album, As I Fell, to be released on August 17th via Submarine Cat Records. Today, the band has unveiled the first single, “ Valentine.” – Listen […]

NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce David Holmes produced third album. 'WHO BUILT THE MOON?', plus spring 2018 UK & Irish arena tour 1
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LIVE REVIEW: Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds – Belfast SSE Arena, 9th May

May 10, 2018 XS Noize

Rock icon Noel Gallagher has been a frequent visitor to Belfast over the past few years, not only from playing live but from spending a wealth of time in Belfast recording his experimental third solo […]

BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE Announce October UK Tour
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BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE Announce October UK Tour

May 10, 2018 XS Noize

Brian Jonestown Massacre announces their October UK tour, but if you can’t wait until then, you can catch them at Green Man Festival on 19th August. The 10-date tour will start on 11th October at […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: John Reynolds - 'Days of New York' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: John Reynolds – ‘Days of New York’ – Watch Now

May 10, 2018 XS Noize

John is a Singer-Songwriter from Manchester, England. Writing songs about the life and times of those around him and his own personal experiences, John captures the very essence of wearing your heart on your sleeve […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Kiddo - 'Dancing On Your Own' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Kiddo – ‘Dancing On Your Own’ – Watch Now

May 10, 2018 XS Noize

Having been ensconced in the studio working on new material, rising North London soul-pop multi-instrumentalist singer/songwriter Kiddo (Miles Mitchell) preempts the release of his debut EP ‘Life’s Like That’ with a brand new emotive track […]

PAPER HAWK unveil new video with astounding visuals and beautiful earthy vibes
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PAPER HAWK unveil new video with astounding visuals and beautiful earthy vibes

May 9, 2018 XS Noize

Crafting an intimate, ethereal sound, inviting you into their private world, Paper Hawk’s debut EP The Tide is set for release on the 2nd May 2018 through Brighton’s boutique record label Folklore Sessions. The 4-track […]

R.E.M's Peter Buck and Joseph Arthur release Arthur Buck video for Are You Electrified?
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R.E.M’s Peter Buck and Joseph Arthur release Arthur Buck video for Are You Electrified?

May 9, 2018 XS Noize

Joseph Arthur and Peter Buck of R.E.M. fame have released their first video for new single, Are You Electrified?’ taken from their debut album, Arthur Buck, scheduled for release on June 15th via New West […]

SAINT SISTER announce headline Belfast show @ THE BLACK BOX, Saturday October 20th
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SAINT SISTER announce headline Belfast show @ THE BLACK BOX, Saturday October 20th

May 9, 2018 XS Noize

Irish electro-folk duo Saint Sister is pleased to announce a return to Belfast at The Black Box on Saturday, October 20th, 2018. This year has seen the band travel to Sweden for a Stockholm headline […]

Núria Graham shares new track ‘Smile On The Grass’ - Listen Now!
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Núria Graham – ‘Bird Hits It’s Head Against The Wall’ – Watch Now

May 9, 2018 XS Noize

Half Irish, half Catalan indie-pop artist Núria Graham preempts her show at this year’s Primavera Sound festival by sharing a live session video for ‘Bird Hits It’s Head Against The Wall’, taken from her brand […]

THE VRYLL SOCIETY Announce Debut LP + Unveil New Single 'Andrei Rublev'
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THE VRYLL SOCIETY announce the arrival of their eagerly anticipated debut album ‘Course Of The Satellite’

May 9, 2018 XS Noize

Liverpool psychedelic rockers The Vryll Society announce the arrival of their eagerly anticipated debut album Course Of The Satellite, due for release 10th August via Deltasonic Records. Developed organically over several months in the band’s […]

Manchester Soul Pop fourpiece DANTEVILLES announce release of their new single 'Daydreamer' - Listen
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Manchester Soul Pop fourpiece DANTEVILLES announce release of their new single ‘Daydreamer’ – Listen

May 8, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester Soul Pop fourpiece Dantevilles have announced the release of their new single Daydreamer released through Heist or Hit on 4th May. Their debut self-titled EP will be released on 11th May with a hometown […]

U2's "Love Is Bigger Than Anything In Its Way" Receives Official Remix From The Funk Hunters
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U2’s “Love Is Bigger Than Anything In Its Way” Receives Official Remix From The Funk Hunters

May 8, 2018 XS Noize

Vancouver duo The Funk Hunters have been nominated for Electronic/Dance Artist of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards, and have had the tremendous honour of being asked to do an official remix for […]

After playing to over 75,000 fans globally, ADAM ANT returns to The Roundhouse in London
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After playing to over 75,000 fans globally, ADAM ANT returns to The Roundhouse in London

May 8, 2018 XS Noize

After playing to more than 75,000 fans throughout the UK, North America, Australia and New Zealand, legendary pop icon Adam Ant returns to The Roundhouse on 19th December by popular demand. Tickets go on sale […]

London-based four-piece SEA GIRLS announce headline show at The Limelight 2, Belfast, Wednesday 24th October
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London-based four-piece SEA GIRLS announce headline show at The Limelight 2, Belfast, Wednesday 24th October

May 8, 2018 XS Noize

London-based four-piece Sea Girls are pleased to announce a headline show at The Limelight 2, Belfast on Wednesday 24th October 2018. Sea Girls are proving adept at delivering simple storytelling and arena-ready anthem. Debut single […]

Scottish rock band THE FRATELLIS announce headline Belfast show at the Limelight 1 in December
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Scottish rock band THE FRATELLIS announce headline Belfast show at the Limelight 1 in December

May 8, 2018 XS Noize

Scottish rock band The Fratellis are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Limelight 1 on Tuesday, December 04th 2018. The band released their fifth studio album ‘In Your Own Sweet Time’ in […]

Irish three-piece Ash announce Autumn UK shows
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ALBUM REVIEW: ASH – ‘Islands’

May 8, 2018 Michael Barron

Although she was not a founding member, every teenage boy who was an Ash fan in the late nineties is still mourning the departure of Charlotte Hatherley (rhythm guitar, piano, backing vocals) when she left […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Danish alt-rock duo PBSM are back with a new indie rock song ‘Struck By Lightning' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Danish alt-rock duo PBSM are back with a new indie rock song ‘Struck By Lightning’ – Listen Now

May 8, 2018 XS Noize

Danish alt-rock duo PBSM is back with a new indie rock song ‘Struck By Lightning’, the follow up to their single “Dancefloor” which received an abundance of International praise from publications and radio both in […]

BIRDPEN will release their new studio album 'There's Something Wrong With Everything' in early autumn
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BIRDPEN will release their new studio album ‘There’s Something Wrong With Everything’ in early autumn

May 5, 2018 XS Noize

Southampton based alt/prog rock duo BirdPen will release their new studio album in the early autumn. ‘There’s Something Wrong With Everything’ is being funded via a still active Pledge campaign and is preceded by an […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Reef - 'Revelation'
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ALBUM REVIEW: Reef – ‘Revelation’

May 4, 2018 Lori Gava

The legendary UK band Reef comes charging back into the music world with their long-awaited new release “Revelation”. It has been an 18-year wait for a new studio album and on May 4th the wait […]

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