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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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          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: 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 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: 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
          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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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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        • 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, […]

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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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ALBUM REVIEW: Errors - Lease Of Life
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Errors – Lease Of Life

March 11, 2015 David McElroy

Glasgow’s Errors return with a new album that was recorded on Jura in the Hebrides and that fact, when coupled with the album’s cover art, might lead you to conclude that the post rock electronics […]

Simple-Minds-BigMusic
New Music

SIMPLE MINDS: To release ‘SPARKLE IN THE RAIN’, 5-DISC BOX SET

March 11, 2015 XS Noize

Following the recent release of their hugely acclaimed Top 15 album, Big Music, on March 16th, Universal Music Catalogue will release a five-disc box set of Simple Minds’ SPARKLE IN THE RAIN. It will be […]

THE CRIBS / share 'Burning For No One' video & announce instore signings
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THE CRIBS – ‘Different Angle’ – Listen

March 11, 2015 XS Noize

With their sixth album ‘For All My Sisters’ nearing its release on March 23rd, The Cribs have shared a new track ‘Different Angle’. Written whilst demoing tracks for the album, ‘Different Angle’ – arguably most […]

CATFISH COAST TO COAST: A photo tour across America with CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN PT 3 20
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CATFISH COAST TO COAST: A photo tour across America with CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN PT 3

March 10, 2015 Julie Blore-Bizot

Catfish Coast to Coast is five cities, five photographers, five favorite shots, and five questions documenting each photographer’s impressions of the event. Journey to Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, Boston, and New York City as Catfish and […]

JOHNNY MARR: To release Depeche Mode classic for Record Store Day - Listen
New Music

JOHNNY MARR: To release Depeche Mode classic for Record Store Day – Listen

March 10, 2015 XS Noize

Johnny Marr is set to mark this year’s Record Store Day with a numbered limited edition 7″ release of his interpretation of Depeche Mode’s 1993 classic “I Feel You”. Johnny played the track live during […]

MUMFORD & SONS  will release their third album, 'Wilder Mind', on the 4th May
New Music

MUMFORD & SONS: Unveil new track ‘ Believe’ – Listen

March 10, 2015 XS Noize

Mumford & Sons are pleased to unveil the first single from their forthcoming new album, ‘Wilder Mind’. ‘Believe’ is released on the 27th April, and precedes the band’s third album, released on 4th May through […]

ORLANDO SEALE AND THE SWELL - Filthy Hope
New Music

ORLANDO SEALE & THE SWELL – Share New Video for Filthy Hope – Watch

March 10, 2015 XS Noize

Orlando Seale & the Swell have just shared the video for ‘Filthy Hope’ which is to be released alongside ‘All Of The Dogs’ as a double a-side single on 23rd March. ‘Filthy Hope’ explores the […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB - I Saw A Ghost - Listen
Track Of The Day

THE SLOW READERS CLUB – I Saw A Ghost – Listen

March 10, 2015 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their new album ‘Cavalcade’ The Slow Readers Club return with a new single ‘I Saw a Ghost’. The Manchester based four piece produce brooding and mesmeric indie electro, drawing comparisons […]

APOSTILLE  Announces new album, Powerless Released 27th April
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APOSTILLE Announces new album, Powerless Released 27th April

March 10, 2015 XS Noize

Apostille is the solo musical guise of Glaswegian DIY protagonist Michael Kasparis. Initially a creative harbour from his groups Please and The Lowest Form, Apostille has grown into an explosive synth-punk project unafraid of both […]

VINCE CLARKE - Reveals exclusive DJ mix for Festival Mute Mexico - Listen
New Music

VINCE CLARKE – Reveals exclusive DJ mix for Festival Mute Mexico – Listen

March 9, 2015 XS Noize

Listen to a specially created DJ mix from Vince Clarke ahead of Festival Mute Mexico 2015, presented by Punto De Encuentro. The festival, on Saturday 21 March 2015, takes place at Valentín Gómez Farías in […]

THE DIG - Stream new album ' You and I' - Listen
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THE DIG – Stream new album ‘ You and I’ – Listen

March 9, 2015 XS Noize

New York City ethereal rock quartet The Dig premiere the surrealist short film for two tracks from their recent You & I album, “Cold Afternoon” and “So Alone” today via global arts & culture site […]

The Waterfall, My Morning Jacket’s First Album in Four Years, Set for 4th May
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The Waterfall, My Morning Jacket’s First Album in Four Years, Set for 4th May

March 9, 2015 XS Noize

On 4th May, My Morning Jacket are set to return with their seventh full-length album, The Waterfall via ATO Records. Recorded in Stinson Beach CA, The Waterfall is the follow-up to Circuital, which was ranked […]

MISTERWIVES RELEASE 'OUR OWN HOUSE' DEBUT ALBUM – FEBRUARY 23rd
Album Reviews

MISTERWIVES – Our Own House

March 9, 2015 Tillie Elvrum

What does it take to top the Billboard ‘Emerging Artists’ chart, earn MTV ‘Artist To Watch’ status, and rack up over 20 million streams? There’s no magic formula, but it takes a band that sets […]

RIOT !N MAGENTA PREMIERE NEW SINGLE ' VOICES' - listen
Track Of The Day

RIOT !N MAGENTA – ‘CTRL’ — Listen

March 9, 2015 XS Noize

CTRL’ see the quintet move towards a more dramatic soundscape with Eugenia’s vocals switching from wistful to forlorn, enriched by sombre yet comforting vacillating synth and rhythm section, ‘CTRL’ is the perfect precedent of the […]

Noel-Gallagher
New Music

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS latest album is the fastest-selling album of 2015 so far

March 8, 2015 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds will be celebrating today as his second album ‘Chasing Yesterday’ has shot straight to the top of the UK charts. The album which was released on Monday has sold 89,000 […]

WILL BUTLER - POLICY
Album Reviews

WILL BUTLER – POLICY

March 8, 2015 Lori Gava

Solo releases from members of popular bands can be a bit hit or miss. When it was announced in the fall of 2014 that Will Butler, kid brother of Win, and core member of Arcade […]

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

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

March 6, 2015 XS Noize

Duke Special has announced further 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 […]

ARCA: Releases XEN (????? EDITION) and announces live dates
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ARCA: Releases XEN (????? EDITION) and announces live dates

March 6, 2015 XS Noize

Today, Arca releases a digital deluxe version of his highly acclaimed debut album. Xen (????? Edition) features music that has never previously been available digitally, including two bonus tracks, ‘????? A’ and ‘????? B’. The […]

I AM KLOOT: To release live album, 'Hold Back The Night' in April
New Music

I AM KLOOT: To release live album, ‘Hold Back The Night’ in April

March 6, 2015 XS Noize

Manchester’s majestic rock trio I Am Kloot are back with a new live album ‘Hold Back The Night’. Made up of material taken from band’s 2013 ‘Let It All In’ tour, this impressive collection captures […]

KEROSCENE  DEBUT DOUBLE AA SINGLE 'COTTON CANDY/STORM O.K.' - listen
Gigs

KEROSCENE: Debut double-A single out this week – Watch new video

March 6, 2015 XS Noize

London based four piece noise rock band Keroscene have released their debut double A-side “Cotton Candy/Storm O.K.” on 2nd March 2015 on Dream Machine Records. Drawing influences from late 1980’s noise rock, no-wave and psychedelic […]

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