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          Remember Monday Bring Back the Girl Band Glory with New Single ‘More Than Ever’

          October 10, 2025

          Remember the big voices, bigger tunes and sheer unstoppable fun of the girl band era? That’s something that Remember Monday are bringing back with a bang, mixing up mega pop hooks and pure country emotion. […]

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

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          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 […]

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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
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          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 […]

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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
          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 […]

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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
          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
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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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        • Fabrizio Cammarata
          Interviews

          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 […]

          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 […]

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        • BEARS DEN X
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          Ciaran Lavery & Bear’s Den discuss their new collaborative EP “Promiser” | XS Noize Podcast #250

          October 11, 2025

          In this episode, #250 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Andrew Davie from Bear’s Den and Irish singer-songwriter Ciaran Lavery to discuss their beautiful new collaborative EP Promiser — a stripped-back […]

          Moon Panda
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          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
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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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Kate Bush
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KATE BUSH announced as ambassador of Record Store Day UK

February 28, 2024 XS Noize

Record Store Day UK is honoured to announce Kate Bush as this year’s official ambassador. As part of her role, Kate will champion the special and unique culture of record shops all over the UK […]

EMERGE MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024
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EMERGE MUSIC FESTIVAL announces second wave of acts for 2024

February 27, 2024 XS Noize

Following a huge SOLD-OUT weekend in 2023, EMERGE, Ireland’s biggest Electronic Music Festival, is back in 2024 at Boucher Road Playing Fields, August Bank Holiday weekend. It promises to be the biggest yet, featuring brand […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Stay Inside - Ferried Away
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Stay Inside – Ferried Away

February 27, 2024 Randall Radic

Stay Inside, the post-hardcore/indie/emo ensemble, unveils their sophomore album, Ferried Away, a compelling follow-up to their EP, My Fault, released in January 2024, setting the stage for a more immersive sonic journey. Having made an […]

Journey
Gigs

JOURNEY announce UK & Ireland arena tour with special guests CHEAP TRICK

February 27, 2024 XS Noize

Legendary American rock band JOURNEY will bring their 50th Anniversary Freedom Tour to the UK & Ireland later this year, playing 11 arena shows in October and November, culminating in a performance at London’s O2 […]

The Saw Doctors
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THE SAW DOCTORS announce headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast

February 27, 2024 XS Noize

Following their sold-out Waterfront Hall and four sold-out shows at 3Olympia before Christmas, The Saw Doctors are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Saturday, 24th August, with special guests, […]

DIIV
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DIIV share live video feat. Fred Durst & announce tour

February 26, 2024 XS Noize

DIIV —Andrew Bailey, Colin Caulfield, Ben Newman, and Zachary Cole Smith—recently announced their fourth album, Frog in Boiling Water, which will be released on May 24th via Fantasy Records. Today, the band announced a North […]

PJ Harvey
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PJ HARVEY collaborates with actor Ruth Wilson on video for new single ‘Seem an I’

February 26, 2024 XS Noize

PJ Harvey and actor Ruth Wilson have collaborated on a new video for Harvey’s latest single, “Seem an I”, created by Oscar-nominated Irish screenwriter and director Colm Bairéad. The video was shot at Kennel Farm […]

TesseracT at o2 Ritz, Manchester Credit: Alina Salihbekova
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// TesseracT at o2 Ritz, Manchester

February 26, 2024 Alina Salihbekova

TesseracT, the renowned British progressive metal band, delivered an unforgettable performance at the O2 Ritz in Manchester on February 24th. The atmosphere was electrifying, with the audience actively engaged through spirited singing and crowd surfing. […]

IN FOCUS// Rick Astley at Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Rick Astley at Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham

February 26, 2024 Alina Salihbekova

Rick Astley’s highly anticipated Are We There Yet? tour commenced with a spectacular performance at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena on February 22nd, leaving an indelible mark as one of the venue’s most captivating shows to date. […]

NICKI MINAJ
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NICKI MINAJ announces Dublin show at Malahide Castle on Saturday 6th, July

February 26, 2024 XS Noize

The one and only Queen of Hip-Hop, Nicki Minaj, has announced a Dublin show at Malahide Castle on Saturday 6th, July as part of her worldwide outing in 2024: Nicki Minaj Presents: Pink Friday 2 […]

KINGS OF LEON
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KINGS OF LEON announce summer show at Marlay Park

February 26, 2024 XS Noize

After announcing their brand-new album and a headline performance at BST Hyde Park this summer, Kings of Leon have revealed details of their 2024 Can We Please Have Fun World Tour today. The UK and […]

THIS REBEL
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THIS REBEL share new track ‘Cheap Thought’ from their upcoming debut album

February 23, 2024 XS Noize

THIS REBEL share new track “Cheap Thought.” They will release the self-titled debut album on 8th March on Jump The Cut Records via Townsend Music / Absolute Label Services. Inspired by a love of Murder […]

Liam Gallagher and John Squire
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Liam Gallagher and John Squire

February 22, 2024 Stuart Evans

Manchester Titans Liam Gallagher and John Squire join forces to create a kaleidoscope of noise with no confusion. Some might say that this was inevitable, this generation’s greatest guitarist teaming up with the most recognised […]

Nadine Shah - Filthy Underneath
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Nadine Shah – Filthy Underneath

February 22, 2024 Sam Williams

Nadine Shah’s last album, Kitchen Sink, was released to critical claim in 2020. Almost four years later, Shah is back with her latest record, Filthy Underneath. In this age of on-demand entertainment, attention spans last […]

MaidaVale
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Swedish psych wonder MAIDAVALE share new single ‘Faces [Where is Life]’

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

Swedish psych wonder MaidaVale announced their new album, Sun Dog, set to be released on May 3rd. On the long-awaited third studio album, spellbinders Matilda Roth, Sofia Ström, Linn Johannesson and Johanna Hansson bring the […]

Caezar
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Scottish duo CAEZAR release their highly anticipated new LP – ‘HOME’

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

Glasgow – Five years after the launch of their critically acclaimed debut album, Scottish indie duo Caezar returns with ‘HOME’, their musically adventurous and highly anticipated new full-length release. Caezar will kick off the new […]

Catfish and the Bottlemen
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CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN return with new single ‘Showtime’

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

Beginning a monumental new chapter, multi Platinum-selling, BRIT Award-winning, arena-filling giants Catfish and the Bottlemen return today with their first new music in five years and announce their first headline shows since 2021, all before […]

KINGS OF LEON
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KINGS OF LEON announce new album ‘Can We Please Have Fun’ & share lead single ‘Mustang’

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

Multi-platinum, multi-award winning rock band Kings of Leon are back with their brand new album, ‘Can We Please Have Fun’, out May 10, via Polydor Records. The hard-charging lead single “Mustang” is available now, accompanied […]

Ards International Guitar Festival Unveils
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Ards International Guitar Festival Unveils 2024 Programme

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

Ards and North Down Borough Council have unveiled the 2024 Ards International Guitar Festival programme, which will take place in Newtownards from April 17 to 21. The festival, now in its 28th year, boasts an […]

BAT FOR LASHES announces her sixth studio album ‘The Dream Of Delphi’
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BAT FOR LASHES announces her sixth studio album ‘The Dream Of Delphi’

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

London-based musician and multi-disciplinary artist Natasha Khan – aka Bat For Lashes – today announces her sixth studio album, ‘The Dream Of Delphi’, out May 31st. The release will be Bat For Lashes’ first since […]

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