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

          October 10, 2025

          Indie-rock legends Ocean Colour Scene have announced a major UK tour for 2026, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their classic album Moseley Shoals. The 13-date tour will start at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro on 21st November […]

          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 […]

          Stuart Bailie
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          Stuart Bailie to Launch New Book “The Song Is Nearly” Over at Sound of Belfast Festival

          October 8, 2025

          A four-decade chronicle of music, madness, and meaning from one of Belfast’s most respected writers, Belfast music journalist and author Stuart Bailie, has announced details of his new book The Song Is Nearly Over: Music […]

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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 […]

        • 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 […]

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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 […]

        • 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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        • 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 […]

          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
          Interviews

          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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        • 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
          Podcasts

          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

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “Will would be proud of us, and he’d never have wanted his loss to stop us doing what we love.” — Finn O’Brien, […]

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ALBUM REVIEW: Blossoms – Gary
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ALBUM REVIEW: Blossoms – Gary

September 19, 2024 Amanda Stock

English Indie/Rock band Blossoms are back! Fresh from the recent biggest headline show of their 11-year career at Manchester’s Wythenshawe Park, Blossoms release their fifth studio album, Gary. Not many bands could get away with “Gary” […]

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BLOSSOMS announce headline show at The Limelight, Belfast

August 19, 2024 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their fifth studio album Gary, Manchester five-piece Blossoms have announced details of their latest tour, which includes a show in The Limelight, Belfast on Wednesday 13th November. Blossoms have played […]

Blossoms
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BLOSSOMS announce details of their fifth studio album ‘Gary’

June 3, 2024 XS Noize

Blossoms have today announced details of their highly anticipated fifth studio album Gary, out on 20 September. The band has also revealed the title track from the album, alongside a brand-new video, directed by Ewan […]

Blossoms
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BLOSSOMS reveal brand new single ‘To Do List (After The Breakup)’ Feat. Findlay

October 9, 2023 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their brand-new single “To Do List (After The Breakup)” featuring Findlay and produced by long-term producer James Skelly. The single is the first new music from Blossoms since their third Number […]

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INHALER announce their biggest headline show to date at 3Arena, Dublin

June 15, 2023 XS Noize

INHALER have announced details of a very special live event for fans to celebrate the final date of their huge CUTS & BRUISES WORLD TOUR. The Dublin four-piece will play a homecoming arena show – […]

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THE KOOKS announce a headline summer show at Fairview Park on 28th June 2023

November 18, 2022 XS Noize

Following an incendiary three-night sold-out run at 3Olympia Theatre last April, The Kooks have announced a headline summer show at Fairview Park on 28th June 2023, subject to licence. Special guests are Blossoms and The […]

Blossoms
Gigs

BLOSSOMS announce extensive UK and Ireland tour for November and December 2022

August 1, 2022 XS Noize

Blossoms have today announced details of an extensive UK and Ireland tour for November and December 2022. The shows, which include two nights at Manchester’s O2 Apollo and one night at London’s O2 Academy Brixton, […]

BLOSSOMS reveal their brand new single 'The Sulking Poet' - Listen Now
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BLOSSOMS reveal their brand new single ‘The Sulking Poet’ – Listen Now

March 24, 2022 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their brand-new single The Sulking Poet and its accompanying video, directed by Edwin Burdis, Arctic Monkeys’ Creative Director, who worked on the band’s Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino and AM albums. […]

BLOSSOMS reveal the video for their brand-new single 'Ode To NYC' - Watch Now
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BLOSSOMS reveal the video for their brand-new single ‘Ode To NYC’ – Watch Now

February 25, 2022 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their brand-new single Ode To NYC and its accompanying video, directed by Edwin Burdis, Arctic Monkeys’ Creative Director, who worked on the band’s Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino and AM albums. […]

BLOSSOMS announce their brand-new, fourth studio album 'Ribbon Around The Bomb' - Out 29th of April
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BLOSSOMS announce their brand-new, fourth studio album ‘Ribbon Around The Bomb’ – Out 29th of April

January 25, 2022 XS Noize

Blossoms have today announced their brand-new, fourth studio album Ribbon Around The Bomb, which is set for release on the 29th of April. The band have also shared the title track from the album and […]

BLOSSOMS share video for brand new single 'Care For' - Watch Now 1
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BLOSSOMS share video for brand new single ‘Care For’ – Watch Now

August 17, 2021 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their brand-new single Care For and its accompanying video. The video is directed by Edwin Burdis, Arctic Monkeys’ former Creative Director who worked on the band’s Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino […]

COURTEENERS announce headline show at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester - Saturday 25th September 2021
Gigs

COURTEENERS announce headline show at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester – Saturday 25th September 2021

June 8, 2021 XS Noize

Courteeners have announced a massive hometown show later in the year. The band will play Emirates Old Trafford (home of Lancashire County Cricket Club), Manchester on 25th September 2021. Special guests on the day are […]

BLOSSOMS announce rescheduled UK tour dates for August and September 2021
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BLOSSOMS announce rescheduled UK tour dates for August and September 2021

March 4, 2021 XS Noize

Blossoms have today confirmed a series of rescheduled live dates for their upcoming UK tour in August and September 2021. The tour includes three nights at London’s O2 Forum, Kentish Town and culminates in a […]

BLOSSOMS share their brand-new short film 'Christmas Eve (Soul Purpose)' - Watch Now!
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BLOSSOMS share their brand-new short film ‘Christmas Eve (Soul Purpose)’ – Watch Now!

December 11, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their brand-new, short film Christmas Eve (Soul Purpose), created by Edwin Burdis (Arctic Monkeys’ Four out of Five) and animated by Astrid Goldsmith of Mock Duck Studios. As well as vocal […]

BLOSSOMS to play live virtual gig LIVE FROM LONDON Broadcast from O2 Academy Brixton   3rd December 2020
Gigs

BLOSSOMS to play live virtual gig LIVE FROM LONDON Broadcast from O2 Academy Brixton 3rd December 2020

December 1, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms are taking over O2 Academy Brixton for an exclusive gig streamed on MelodyVR on Thursday 3rd December at 8.30 pm GMT. The Stockport fivesome, whose hits include ‘Charlemagne’, ‘I Can’t Stand It’ and ‘Your […]

BLOSSOMS announce details of their brand-new, feature-length documentary 'BACK TO STOCKPORT' 1
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BLOSSOMS announce details of their brand-new, feature-length documentary ‘BACK TO STOCKPORT’

November 4, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have announced details of their brand-new, feature-length documentary Back To Stockport, as well as releasing the first trailer from the upcoming film. Directed by a long-term collaborator of the band Charlie Watts, Back To […]

BLOSSOMS announce new album recorded remotely during the lockdown
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BLOSSOMS announce new album recorded remotely during the lockdown

May 4, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have today announced their new album, Blossoms In Isolation. The album is made up of cover versions and re-workings of their own songs, recorded by the band at their respective homes during this period […]

BLOSSOMS reveal live version of their latest single 'If You Think This Is Real Life'
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BLOSSOMS reveal live version of their latest single ‘If You Think This Is Real Life’

April 10, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed a live version of their latest single If You Think This Is Real Life. The track is taken from the band’s 11th February Stockport Plaza show that was also streamed in […]

BLOSSOMS will stream their recent STOCKPORT PLAZA gig at 8pm GMT this Saturday 28th March
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BLOSSOMS will stream their recent STOCKPORT PLAZA gig at 8pm GMT this Saturday 28th March

March 27, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have today announced that they will be streaming their headline show from Stockport Plaza on the 11th Feb this year on YouTube at 8 pm GMT this Saturday, 28th March. The band were set […]

BLOSSOMS announce two new album launch shows in Manchester & Liverpool
Gigs

BLOSSOMS reveal video for their new single ‘If You Think This Is Real Life’ – Watch Now

January 27, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their new single If You Think This Is Real Life and its accompanying video. The video was directed by Michael Holyk, who has worked with the likes of Jake Bugg and […]

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