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          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash - Ad Astra
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash – Ad Astra

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          October 3, 2025

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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

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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

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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
          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: The ultimate fan’s guide

          August 27, 2025

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          Andrea Bocelli
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          The ultimate fans guide to seeing Andrea Bocelli in Amsterdam

          August 21, 2025

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          Eros Ramazzotti: Dates, venues, tickets and more

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          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

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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

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          Gary Numan
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          Gary Numan on “Telekon” at 45, Wembley Ghosts & His Glastonbury Debut | XS Noize Podcast #246

          September 24, 2025

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Brian Jonestown Massacre
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Brian Jonestown Massacre Drop New 10″ Red Vinyl Single ‘Makes Me Great Again / Out Of Body’ – Out April 25

April 1, 2025 XS Noize

THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE will release ‘Makes Me Great / Out Of Body’ on red transparent 10” vinyl on the 25th of April on Anton Newcombe’s record label A Recordings. Following a hugely successful UK […]

Brian Jonestown Massacre
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Anton Newcombe’s Brian Jonestown Massacre Expand Summer Tour with Glastonbury Festival Slot

March 11, 2025 XS Noize

Following on from a hugely successful 18-date UK and Europe tour earlier this year, ANTON NEWCOMBE – frontman, songwriter, composer, studio owner, multi-instrumentalist, producer, engineer, father, force of nature – announces a further run of […]

ANTON NEWCOMBE
Podcasts

Anton Newcombe on Creativity, Collaboration, and the Ever-Evolving Journey of Brian Jonestown Massacre

November 27, 2024 XS Noize

In Episode #203 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar interviews Anton Newcombe, the visionary founder and driving force behind the legendary Brian Jonestown Massacre, one of the most compelling bands in modern music. […]

ANTON NEWCOMBE
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Brian Jonestown Massacre share new track ‘Don’t Look At Me,’ featuring Aimee Nash

November 8, 2024 XS Noize

Brian Jonestown Massacre released their first new music in nearly two years, ‘Don’t Look At Me,’ featuring Aimee Nash, on 8 November. They will tour the UK and Europe in January / February 2025. ANTON […]

ANTON NEWCOMBE and DOT ALLISON
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Anton Newcombe and Dot Allison announce their collaboration ‘All Seeing Dolls’

October 11, 2024 XS Noize

ANTON NEWCOMBE and DOT ALLISON announce that they will be releasing an album together under the moniker All Seeing Dolls. ‘’Parallel’ will be out in February 2025. Today they share the single ‘That’s Amazing Grace’. […]

Brian Jonestown Massacre
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BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE announces an 18-date UK and Europe tour for January and February 2025

September 2, 2024 XS Noize

ANTON NEWCOMBE – frontman, songwriter, composer, studio owner, multi-instrumentalist, producer, engineer, father, and force of nature – announces an 18-date Brian Jonestown Massacre UK and Europe tour for January and February 2025. It is over […]

Brian Jonestown Massacre
Gigs

BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE start their 17-date UK tour on Saturday 28th Jan

January 24, 2023 XS Noize

ANTON NEWCOMBE – frontman, songwriter, composer, studio owner, multi-instrumentalist, producer, engineer, father, and force of nature – returns with the Brian Jonestown Massacre’s 20th full-length studio album The Future Is Your Past, which will be […]

BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE
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BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE announce the release of their 20th studio album – Your Future Is Your Past

November 21, 2022 XS Noize

ANTON NEWCOMBE – frontman, songwriter, composer, studio owner, multi-instrumentalist, producer, engineer, father, force of nature – returns with the Brian Jonestown Massacre’s 20th full-length studio album Your Future Is Your Past, which will be released […]

INTERVIEW: Anton Newcombe of The Brian Jonestown Massacre on new album 'Fire Doesn't Grow On Trees'
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INTERVIEW: Anton Newcombe of The Brian Jonestown Massacre on new album ‘Fire Doesn’t Grow On Trees’

June 24, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #90 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with frontman, songwriter, composer, studio owner, multi-instrumentalist, producer, engineer, and force of nature – Anton Newcombe, to talk about the Brian Jonestown Massacre’s […]

INTERVIEW: Tess Parks discusses her new album 'And Those Who Were Seen Dancing' 1
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INTERVIEW: Tess Parks discusses her new album ‘And Those Who Were Seen Dancing’

June 2, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #89 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Toronto-born, London-based singer-songwriter Tess Parks to talk about her new album ‘And Those Who Were Seen Dancing’. Following years of touring and collaborations […]

TESS PARKS shares new single & video 'Do You Pray?' from new album 'And Those Who Were Seen Dancing' out May 20th
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TESS PARKS shares new single & video ‘Do You Pray?’ from new album ‘And Those Who Were Seen Dancing’ out May 20th

April 13, 2022 XS Noize

Following her highly praised return with “Happy Birthday Forever” and “‘Brexit At Tiffany’s”, Toronto-born, London-based artist Tess Parks is today sharing a new single and video, “Do You Pray?’”. Following years of international touring and […]

BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE announce new album 'Fire Doesn’t Grow On Trees' - out 24th June 1
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BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE announce new album ‘Fire Doesn’t Grow On Trees’ – out 24th June

April 11, 2022 XS Noize

ANTON NEWCOMBE – frontman, songwriter, composer, studio owner, multi-instrumentalist, producer, engineer, force of nature – returns with the Brian Jonestown Massacre’s 19th full-length studio album Fire Doesn’t Grow On Trees, which will be released on […]

TESS PARKS shares new video 'Brexit at Tiffany's' from new album 'And Those Who Were Seen Dancing'
Gigs

TESS PARKS shares new video ‘Brexit at Tiffany’s’ from new album ‘And Those Who Were Seen Dancing’

March 9, 2022 XS Noize

Following her highly praised return with “Happy Birthday Forever”, Toronto-born, London-based artist Tess Parks is today sharing a new single and video, “Brexit At Tiffany’s”. Following years of international touring and a lengthy list of […]

L’EPEE Feat: Anton Newcombe, Emmanuelle Seigner + The Limiñanas release ‘Diabolique’ on 6th September
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L’EPEE Feat: Anton Newcombe, Emmanuelle Seigner + The Limiñanas release ‘Diabolique’ on 6th September

June 28, 2019 XS Noize

It is very rare that a musical project lives up to the billing of being a ‘supergroup’. However, the exception to this rule comes in the shape of L’Epee. A stellar combination of the talents […]

BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE to release self titled album on 15th March 2019
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BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE Reveal new track, ‘Tombes Oubliées’ ahead of album release – Listen Now

March 11, 2019 XS Noize

Brian Jonestown Massacre burst into 2019 with the release of their 18th full-length album, just 7 months after their last one. The self-titled 9-track album is released on Anton Newcombe’s A Recordings on 15th March […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Brian Jonestown Massacre - The Brian Jonestown Massacre
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ALBUM REVIEW: The Brian Jonestown Massacre – The Brian Jonestown Massacre

March 10, 2019 Sandra Blemster

Ever since the 1990s, The Brian Jonestown Massacre have released an inexhaustible discography with their psychedelic 60s soaked music. They are the brainchild of Anton Newcombe and found certain notoriety in the 2004 documentary DIG! […]

Keep Music Evil: The Brian Jonestown Massacre story by Jesse Valencia coming soon 1
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Keep Music Evil: The Brian Jonestown Massacre story by Jesse Valencia coming soon

January 28, 2019 XS Noize

Compiled from hundreds of interviews and years of in-depth research, Keep Music Evil tells the full, unexpurgated tale of the infamous psych-rockers The Brian Jonestown Massacre. Fifteen years after Ondi Timoner’s film Dig! shot The […]

BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE to release self titled album on 15th March 2019
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BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE to release self titled album on 15th March 2019

January 15, 2019 XS Noize

Brian Jonestown Massacre burst into 2019 with the release of their 18th full-length album, just 7 months after their last one. The self-titled 9-track album is released on Anton Newcombe’s A Recordings on 15th March […]

BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE Announce October UK Tour
Gigs

BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE Announce October UK Tour

May 10, 2018 XS Noize

Brian Jonestown Massacre announces their October UK tour, but if you can’t wait until then, you can catch them at Green Man Festival on 19th August. The 10-date tour will start on 11th October at […]

The Limiñanas' to play Rough Trade East instore this week
Gigs

The Limiñanas’ to play Rough Trade East instore this week

January 23, 2018 XS Noize

French psych duo The Limiñanas have released their new album ‘Shadow People’ on Because Music. To celebrate, they have confirmed they’ll be playing an in-store at London’s Rough Trade East on Thursday 25th January. Event […]

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