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          Editors’ Tom Smith Shares New Single “Leave” from Forthcoming Solo Debut Album

          October 1, 2025

          Editors front-person, Tom Smith, has today released “Leave”, the latest single from his forthcoming debut solo album, There Is Nothing In The Dark That Isn’t There In The Light which is released on Play It […]

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          The Cure Announce Biggest-Ever Belfast Show at Belsonic 2026

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          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, […]

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          The Charlatans Share “Deeper and Deeper” Ahead of 14th Studio Album “We Are Love”

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          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 […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Coach Party – Caramel
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Coach Party – Caramel

          October 1, 2025

          Isle of Wight four-piece Coach Party return with their sophomore album Caramel, a dazzling, perfectly weighted collection of ten tracks that finds the band confidently pushing past their reputation as indie upstarts and stepping firmly […]

          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 […]

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          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N – Esther Yi

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          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 26: Looking back at the orphan child in U2’s discography

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          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: 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
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          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
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          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: 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

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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

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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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SEA BED: PREMIER NEW TRACK 'CAVES' - Listen
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SEA BED: PREMIER NEW TRACK ‘CAVES’ – Listen

March 16, 2015 XS Noize

Brighton based duo Sea Bed are not your typical electronic act. With an instrument in one hand and an array of tech reserved for the other, Lizzie Massey and Jim Corbin are more than ready […]

RUBIK:  New Album: Tone Poem Out 11th May - Listen to track
New Music

RUBIK: New Album: Tone Poem Out 11th May – Listen to track

March 16, 2015 XS Noize

London based producer/songwriter Rubik is also known as Shaun Yule, founder of the exploratory, left-field imprint Domestic Records. Responsible for the discovery of esteemed success AxxoN N, as well as releases by the likes of […]

PARADOX - 'NOTHING LASTS' - Listen
Track Of The Day

PARADOX – ‘NOTHING LASTS’ – Listen

March 16, 2015 XS Noize

Paradox are an Alternative Rock/Grunge Outfit from Cork, Ireland. Formed in 1996 by brothers Pete Mac and Mike Mac the early Paradox sound was heavily influenced by the Grunge Era of the 90’s. The band […]

MODEST MOUSE - STRANGERS TO OURSELVES
Album Reviews

MODEST MOUSE – STRANGERS TO OURSELVES

March 15, 2015 Lori Gava

Modest Mouse fans have had a long agonizing wait for new material. It has been eight long years since the extraordinary album We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank was released in 2007. Wait no […]

THE REVEURS - Premiere new track  'Take a Bow' - Listen
New Music

THE REVEURS – Premiere new track ‘Take a Bow’ – Listen

March 13, 2015 XS Noize

‘Take a Bow’ is a storming new track from The Reveurs, a four piece Manchester based rock/indie band who are committed to writing and performing intense, unique and lyrically engaging indie-rock anthems. Formed in late […]

LONELADY ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM 'HINTERLAND' - listen to track
New Music

LONELADY: To release 2nd album ‘Hinterland’ 23rd March – Listen to tracks

March 13, 2015 XS Noize

Following last year’s single ‘Groove It Out’, LoneLady (AKA Julie Campbell) can now announce her new album: Hinterland. Her second full length album will be released on 23rd March and follows 2010’s Nerve Up. Hinterland […]

TWO GALLANTS TO RELEASE NEW SINGLE 'INCIDENTAL'
Album Reviews

TWO GALLANTS – WE ARE UNDONE

March 13, 2015 Stewart Gibson

Two Gallants hale from San Francisco and have been recording since 2004, We Are Undone is their fifth studio album. They are yet another two person band (which seems to be flavour of the month) and yes […]

PHILIP SELWAY U.S. DATES TO FEATURE ADEM AS SPECIAL GUEST
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PHILIP SELWAY U.S. DATES TO FEATURE ADEM AS SPECIAL GUEST

March 13, 2015 XS Noize

Philip Selway has confirmed the addition of Adem as special guest for his upcoming dates in New York, Seattle, Portland and San Francisco. A post-rock icon as half of Fridge and member of the Silver […]

THE FALL:  New - Album 'Sub-Lingual Tablet'  out 25th May
New Music

THE FALL: New – Album ‘Sub-Lingual Tablet’ out 25th May

March 13, 2015 XS Noize

Set for release on Cherry Red Records this May, Sub-Lingual Tablet is The Fall’s 31st studio album. Featuring all the trademarks of a great Fall record, Sub-Lingual Tablet comprises 11 tracks and is being released […]

WOLF ALICE:  announce debut album, 'My Love Is Cool'- stream new single 'Giant Peach'
Track Of The Day

WOLF ALICE – ‘Giant Peach’ – Watch video

March 13, 2015 XS Noize

Following the news of their debut album My Love Is Cool, London’s Wolf Alice have now unveiled the video to new single ‘Giant Peach’. Directed by S’blood, the video to ‘Giant Peach’ is a true […]

MUSE - RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM “DRONES”, RELEASED IN THE UK ON JUNE 8 2
New Music

Check out the video for “Psycho” the new song from MUSE – here!

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

The first single from the album, “Dead Inside”, will debut the week of March 23rd. In the meantime Muse have premiered the album track “Psycho”, via their YouTube channel. The song is available worldwide now […]

THE NEW SOUTHERN ELECTRIKK & BAND OF HOLY JOY - to play 12 Bar Club in a Double Header Live Event
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THE NEW SOUTHERN ELECTRIKK & BAND OF HOLY JOY – to play 12 Bar Club in a Double Header Live Event

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

Band of Holy Joy and The New Southern Electrikk will be playing the 12 Bar Club, Holloway Road, London on March 20th 2015. Support comes from Subterraneans DJs. Entry is £7, Advance tickets are available […]

TAME IMPALA SHARE NEW TRACK - 'LET IT HAPPEN' - Listen
Gigs

TAME IMPALA SHARE NEW TRACK – ‘LET IT HAPPEN’ – Listen

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

Tame Impala have just dropped their first new music in 3 years, the epic 8 minute long track ‘Let It Happen’, it can be downloaded HERE: The band will play Electric Picnic in Stradbally this […]

HBO unveil trailer for KURT COBAIN documentary -  'Montage of Heck' - Watch
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HBO unveil trailer for KURT COBAIN documentary – ‘Montage of Heck’ – Watch

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

The first trailer for the forthcoming HBO documentary of late Nirvana leader Kurt Cobain – titled Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck – has surfaced following the film’s premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. If the […]

BLACK REBEL MOTORCYCLE CLUB - Announce 'Live In Paris' Album & DVD 1
New Music

BLACK REBEL MOTORCYCLE CLUB – Announce ‘Live In Paris’ Album & DVD

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

San Francisco rock legends Black Rebel Motorcycle Club are pleased to announce the release of ‘Black Rebel Motorcycle Club- Live In Paris’ on May 4th through Abstract Dragon. The double album and accompanying DVD was […]

DUKE SPECIAL: Has announced further details about his 4th studio album ‘Look Out Machines!’
Gigs

DUKE SPECIAL – To release new album ‘Look Out Machines!’ on April 6th

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

Duke Special has announced details about his 4th studio album ‘Look Out Machines!’ will be released April 6th 2015 on Stranger Records. The Ulster born singer songwriter and gramophone impresario, has superbly crafted this new […]

MINI MANSIONS Set to release new album 'The Great Pretenders' on the 23rd March
Gigs

MINI MANSIONS – Set to release new album ‘The Great Pretenders’ on the 23rd March

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

The LA-based trio return to the UK in February on a major UK tour supporting Royal Blood. Mini Mansions’ forthcoming new album, The Great Pretenders, will be released on the 23rd March 2015 on T […]

SPECTOR ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE 'ALL THE SAD YOUNG MEN' - Listen
Track Of The Day

SPECTOR – ‘All The Sad Young Men’ – Listen

March 12, 2015 XS Noize

Spector are back with their new single ‘All The Sad Young Men’ out NOW!. The track is taken from their upcoming sophomore record, the follow up to their Top 20 debut ‘Enjoy It While It […]

MUSE - RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM “DRONES”, RELEASED IN THE UK ON JUNE 8 2
Gigs

MUSE – RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM “DRONES”, RELEASED IN THE UK ON JUNE 8

March 11, 2015 XS Noize

On June 8th Muse will release their new album “Drones”. Co-produced by Muse and Robert John “Mutt” Lange, the album contains 12 tracks. ‘Dead Inside’, the first single from the album will be released March […]

ANDREW WEATHERALL REMIXES NOEL GALLAGHER TRACK 'IN THE HEAT OF THE MOMENT' listen here
New Music

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS RELEASE A LIMITED EDITION 12” VINYL FOR RECORD STORE DAY

March 11, 2015 XS Noize

On April 18, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds will release an exclusive, limited edition 12” vinyl for Record Store Day. The record will feature two previously unreleased remixes of ‘In The Heat Of The Moment’ […]

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