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        • Ocean Colour Scene
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          Ocean Colour Scene Announce “Moseley Shoals” 30th Anniversary Tour for 2026

          October 10, 2025

          Indie-rock legends Ocean Colour Scene have announced a major UK tour for 2026, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their classic album Moseley Shoals. The 13-date tour will start at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro on 21st November […]

          Ultravox
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          Ultravox Announce Deluxe Edition Box Set of 1984 Compilation “The Collection” — Out 5 December

          October 9, 2025

          Following the success in recent years of deluxe editions of Ultravox’s Vienna, Rage In Eden Quartet and Lament albums, on 5 December, Chrysalis Records will release a Deluxe Edition box set of The Collection, the […]

          Stuart Bailie
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          Stuart Bailie to Launch New Book “The Song Is Nearly” Over at Sound of Belfast Festival

          October 8, 2025

          A four-decade chronicle of music, madness, and meaning from one of Belfast’s most respected writers, Belfast music journalist and author Stuart Bailie, has announced details of his new book The Song Is Nearly Over: Music […]

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          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 […]

          Idlewild
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Idlewild – ‘Idlewild’

          October 3, 2025

          The band’s tenth album is their first self-titled release, and it just so happens to be a collection of songs that reflects their majestic, melodic beauty. For a band to reach a tenth record is […]

        • Book Reviews

          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 […]

        • Classic Albums

          ‘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
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          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
          Live Reviews

          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 […]

        • Round Up

          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
          Gigs

          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
          Interviews

          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
          Interviews

          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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        • Moon Panda
          Podcasts

          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 — […]

          Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of "Ad Astra" | XS Noize Podcast #248
          Podcasts

          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
          Podcasts

          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, […]

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David Gilmour
News

DAVID GILMOUR shares new single ‘Dark And Velvet Nights’ from forthcoming album ‘Luck and Strange’

August 9, 2024 XS Noize

‘Dark And Velvet Nights’ is the new single from David Gilmour’s forthcoming album, ‘Luck and Strange,’ which will be released on September 6th on Sony Music. The single is available to stream now. The above […]

Lavengro
Gigs

Derry band LAVENGRO announce debut Irish tour & share new single ‘Lost in Heaven’

August 9, 2024 XS Noize

Following a very successful year, Lavengro, the vibrant boy band from Derry, Northern Ireland, is ecstatic to announce their debut National Tour, ‘Straight Outta Derry’. Taking in venues across Cork, Galway, Limerick, Dublin, and their […]

Alison Moyet
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ALISON MOYET shares the newly reworked version of ‘Filigree’ from upcoming album ‘Key’

August 9, 2024 XS Noize

The build-up to the October 4th release of Alison Moyet’s reworked career retrospective ‘Key’ has demonstrated a continuing fan devotion for an artist who has achieved two #1 albums, six Top 10 singles, three BRIT […]

EMMMA
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Rising star EMMMA releases debut single ‘Playing It Safe’

August 9, 2024 XS Noize

Rising star EMMMA faced up to the realisation that she had unwittingly become a supporting character in her own life. She reacted to that dilemma by writing herself out of that situation and finding catharsis […]

Busy Student Schedule
Features 2

The Best Instrument to Learn on a Busy Student Schedule

August 9, 2024 XS Noize

Balancing a rigorous academic schedule with work and personal life can be a daunting challenge for many students. Amidst the hustle of assignments, lectures, and exams, finding time for personal development and relaxation seems nearly […]

Music Career
Features 2

Hitting the High Notes: Launching Your Music Career as a Student

August 9, 2024 XS Noize

Embarking on a music career while juggling the demands of student life might seem like a daunting task, but for those with a passion for melody and rhythm, it’s a journey worth pursuing. Music not […]

Music School Journey
Features 2

Exploring Different Instruments: The Music School Journey

August 9, 2024 XS Noize

The journey through music school is a transformative adventure, one that immerses students in the diverse world of sound, rhythm, and expression. Here, aspirants from various backgrounds converge with a common goal: to explore their […]

Shed Seven
News

SHED SEVEN team-up with Issy Ferris for new single ‘Waiting For The Catch’ ahead of sold-out live dates

August 8, 2024 XS Noize

In their 30th anniversary year, Shed Seven have almost exhausted their bucket list with their first-ever No.1 album and two huge celebratory homecoming shows in their hometown of York now completed. Now Shed Seven continue […]

SNOW PATROL
News

SNOW PATROL release new single ‘All’ from forthcoming new album ‘The Forest Is The Path’

August 8, 2024 XS Noize

SNOW PATROL today (Aug 8th) release new single ‘All’ via Polydor Records. It is the third song to be shared from the Northern Irish band’s forthcoming new album The Forest Is The Path, which is […]

The Smile
News

THE SMILE share new track ‘Don’t Get Me Started’

August 8, 2024 XS Noize

The Smile has today released a new track, “Don’t Get Me Started,” with an accompanying video directed by audiovisual artist Weirdcore (Aphex Twin, Charli cxx, Radiohead). “Don’t Get Me Started” follows a very limited edition […]

D.O.D
Gigs

D.O.D announces headline show at Limelight, Belfast in November

August 7, 2024 XS Noize

Fresh from the release of his hit single “Paradise” and his new collab with Sonny Fodera and Jazzy ‘Somedays’, D.O.D is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Friday, November 29th. […]

David C Clements
News

Irish indie-rock innovator DAVID C CLEMENTS shares sweeping new single ‘Already Here’

August 7, 2024 XS Noize

After recently returning with his euphoric double A-side offering “Contrast” / “The Garden,” the latest efforts from his forthcoming new album, The Garden, Northern Irish indie-rock innovator David C Clements returns once again to deliver […]

Johnny Marr + the Healers
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Johnny Marr + the Healers ‘Boomslang’ To Receive Special Edition Album Release

August 6, 2024 XS Noize

Johnny Marr announces the special edition reissue of Boomslang. First released by Johnny Marr + the Healers in 2003, the album will now be available in its entirety for the first time in 21 years. […]

KING GIZZARD & THE LIZARD WIZARD
News

KING GIZZARD & THE LIZARD WIZARD release new track ‘Field Of Vision’

August 6, 2024 XS Noize

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, who will release their 26th album, Flight b741, this Friday via their own p(doom) records, have today shared ‘Field Of Vision’, the latest track from the long-player. Talking about […]

Federale
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FEDERALE presents ‘The Worst Thing I Ever Did Was Ever Loving You’ single feat. Jenny Don’t

August 6, 2024 XS Noize

Portland’s iconic outfit Federale presents their latest single, ‘The Worst Thing I Ever Did Was Ever Loving You’ feat. Jenny Don’t is a song cast in the mould of the storied duets of Lee Hazlewood […]

Taylor Swift Eras Tour 2024
Gigs

Taylor Swift continues record breaking ERAS tour in London

August 6, 2024 XS Noize

“Wembley, are you ready?” Taylor Swift performs live again at the historic Wembley Stadium in the UK. For five nights expect another seismic wave from the Swifties and Taylor’s vocals and it is going to […]

Justin Timberlake
Gigs

Everything you need to know about seeing Justin Timberlake at the O2

August 5, 2024 XS Noize

Tennessee-born pop icon, Justin Timberlake will be taking his euphoric ‘Forget Tomorrow World Tour’ to the UK for an entertaining show at the O2 Arena in London. The Popstar is currently embarking on the UK […]

Boiler Room
News

Boiler Room, Belfast invites Canada’s finest export Caribou to headline the iconic Telegraph Building

August 5, 2024 XS Noize

This is not a drill: Boiler Room has invited Canada’s finest export Caribou (and his full band) to Belfast to perform their new live show at the iconic Telegraph Building on Saturday 14th, September. Recorded […]

ASHRR
Interviews

INTERVIEW: ASHRR’s Josh Charles Discusses Their New Single “Sway”

August 5, 2024 Randall Radic

Los Angeles-based electronic indie dance trio ASHRR recently released their single, “Sway.” This fluid, creamy, and sensual blend of electronic soul and space disco evokes the haze of summer and the thrill of late-night escapades. […]

Sarah Klang
News

Sweden’s SARAH KLANG returns with new single ‘Beautiful Woman’

August 5, 2024 XS Noize

Acclaimed Swedish artist Sarah Klang returns with “Beautiful Woman,” the stunning first single from her upcoming full-length album. Produced by Eric D. Johnson (Fruit Bats, Bonnylight Horseman), the soaring, piano-driven indie pop ballad is accompanied […]

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