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        • Craig David
          News

          Craig David announces ‘Born To Do It – 25th Anniversary Edition’ out December 12th

          October 30, 2025

          25 years ago, a then largely unknown Craig David dropped his debut album ‘Born To Do It’, a record which became a landmark in UK garage and British R&B and instantly made its creator a household name. All […]

          dea matrona
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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 […]

          Oasis 
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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 […]

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          Bob Dylan
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Bob Dylan – Through The Open Window: The Bootleg Series Vol. 18 (1956–1963)

          October 30, 2025

          There are countless artists rightly celebrated as prolific contributors to music who haven’t released anywhere near eighteen albums — let alone eighteen compilations of rarities, B-sides, and outtakes. With Through The Open Window, Bob Dylan […]

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

          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 […]

        • 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: Coheed and Cambria Illuminate Nottingham’s Rock City with Progressive Power Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          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, […]

        • 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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        • :Panic :Over
          Interviews

          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
          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
          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 […]

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

          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
          Podcast

          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 […]

          white lies
          Podcast

          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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Get the latest album reviews and music reviews from your favourite global bands and artists. Featuring new Album Reviews, from Rock, Indie, Electronic, Alternative, Pop, and much more. All the best new music!

China Bears – Participation Trophy
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ALBUM REVIEW: China Bears – Participation Trophy

July 10, 2024 Stuart Evans

Patience is a virtue. This saying holds true for the delicate and delightful work of China Bears. Originally formed in Somerset by twin brothers Ivan (vocals, guitar) and Frazer (lead guitar), the China Bears lineup […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Redd Kross - Redd Kross
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Redd Kross – Redd Kross

June 27, 2024 Alex Hoggard

The eighth full-length studio album from Red Kross provides a bumper eighteen stellar rock tracks, and what better way to celebrate your band’s 45th anniversary than by releasing a self-titled double album? Brothers Jeff and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Alec Meza - Ah! Real Lovers!
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Alec Meza – Ah! Real Lovers!

June 7, 2024 John Kearns

Alec Meza has delivered an album that captivates and elevates in equal measure. Ah! Real Lovers! is packed with both substance and style and takes you on an intriguing journey full of twists and turns. […]

Peter Bibby – Drama King
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ALBUM REVIEW: Peter Bibby – Drama King

May 30, 2024 Iam Burn

As a man who once said the best hangover meal was “two dexies and a Bloody Mary”, Peter Bibby has certainly developed a reputation for being a little different. Maybe even a little quirky. He’s […]

Richard Hawley – In This City They Call You Love
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ALBUM REVIEW: Richard Hawley – In This City They Call You Love

May 30, 2024 Amanda Stock

The incomparable Richard Hawley, singer, songwriter, and guitarist has packed an awful lot in since the release of his last studio album, Further in 2019. That same year, a musical featuring songs penned by Hawley […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Bat for Lashes - The Dream of Delphi
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Bat for Lashes – The Dream of Delphi

May 28, 2024 Michael Barron

Bat for Lashes, the musical project of Natasha Khan, began as a personal refuge during her time working at a card-packing factory after completing her A-levels. Her latest LP, The Dream of Delphi, is particularly […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Crowded House - Gravity Stairs
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Crowded House – Gravity Stairs

May 27, 2024 Lori Gava

Three years after the release of their critically acclaimed seventh album Dreamers are Waiting, legendary band Crowded House, send forth their latest effort, Gravity Stairs. The album reflects a dreamy quality but is as lyrically […]

ALBUM REVIEW: MoonKill – MoonKill
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: MoonKill – MoonKill

May 24, 2024 Randall Radic

MoonKill, the debut self-titled album from Texas-based outfit MoonKill, is a 10-track collection of Texas punk, a sound that’s vaguely reminiscent of Deep Purple, Talking Heads, and Judas Priest reincarnated as a garage punk band. […]

ferocious dog
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ALBUM REVIEW: Ferocious Dog – Kleptocracy

May 16, 2024 Iam Burn

For those who are unsure what a kleptocracy is, it is defined as a society whose leaders make themselves rich and powerful by stealing from the rest of the people. This may strike a chord […]

The Lovely Eggs – Eggsistentialism
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ALBUM REVIEW: The Lovely Eggs – Eggsistentialism

May 14, 2024 Iam Burn

“It’s a bit of a ‘wilderness years’ album,” states Holly Ross, one half of Lancastrian DIY psychedelic punk outfit, The Lovely Eggs. Without a new album in four years, you would be excused for thinking […]

Frank Turner
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Frank Turner – Undefeated

April 30, 2024 Iam Burn

Our modern society seems to prefer it if everything is neatly labelled. Whilst this is great if things can be clearly defined and pigeonholed, some things aren’t easily categorized. It is the latter that Frank […]

The Zutons – The Big Decider
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ALBUM REVIEW: The Zutons – The Big Decider

April 22, 2024 Iam Burn

It is well documented that Merseyside has produced many great musical artists over the years. From The Beatles to Cast, Echo & The Bunnymen to Ken Dodd, the music scene would look very different today […]

Jewelia
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Jewelia – Little Wins

April 22, 2024 Randall Radic

London-based singer-songwriter Jewelia releases her new album, Little Wins, a dozen tracks of alt-pop songs embracing a common theme: self-acceptance. According to Jewlia, “I’m exploring feelings of inadequacy, feeling mediocre or even like a failure, […]

Iron and Wine - Light Verse
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine – Light Verse

April 18, 2024 Lori Gava

Indie singer/songwriter Sam Beam better known under his moniker Iron and Wine returns to the music industry after a seven-year hiatus with his new release Light Verse. The album follows his 2017 release Beast Epic, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Pearl Jam – Dark Matter
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Pearl Jam – Dark Matter

April 18, 2024 Alex Hoggard

When Pearl Jam premiered Dark Matter at an exclusive listening event in January, frontman Eddie Vedder made a big claim – “this is our best work yet”. The remark raised a few eyebrows, particularly as […]

Pillow Queens
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Pillow Queens – Name Your Sorrow

April 15, 2024 Aaron Kavanagh

Suppose you talk to any Irish person within a certain age bracket. In that case, there’s a good chance you’ll hear a humble brag about how they saw U2 before they broke big, which can […]

English Teacher - This Could Be Texas
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: English Teacher – This Could Be Texas

April 12, 2024 Michael Barron

English Teacher’s debut album, This Could Be Texas, may lack direct references to its titular state, but it offers a rich tapestry of British and local influences, firmly rooted in the experiences of its Leeds-based […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Bodega – Our Brand Could Be Yr Life
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Bodega – Our Brand Could Be Yr Life

April 11, 2024 Stuart Evans

The third album from the American punk cultural commentators sees the band go back to the beginning to move steadily forward. Eight years ago, a band known as Bodega Bay created a double album, thirty-three […]

Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties - In Lieu of Flowers
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ALBUM REVIEW: Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties – In Lieu of Flowers

April 10, 2024 Jesse Yarbrough

Aaron West is a fictional character, the brainchild of Dan Campbell from The Wonder Years. For those unfamiliar, Aaron’s story started with Campbell writing an album “about the worst year of Aaron West’s life,” in […]

Virgins
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Virgins – Nothing Hurt And Everything Was Beautiful

April 10, 2024 Stuart Evans

Having emerged as one of Ireland’s finest talents in recent years, the Belfast shoegaze quintet Virgins release their debut album. This record sounds fresh and invigorating, nodding to the past with the brightest of futures. […]

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