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        • Sananda Maitreya
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          Sananda Maitreya announces ‘Juvenilia: The Columbia Years’ — a 4-LP box set celebrating his first four groundbreaking albums (1987–1995)

          November 10, 2025

          Sananda Maitreya proudly announces “JUVENILIA : The Columbia Years”, a meticulously curated 4-LP box set bringing together his first four groundbreaking albums, originally released between 1987 and 1995 Introducing the Hardline, Neither Fish Nor Flesh, Symphony or Damn, […]

          Emily Fern
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          Emily Fern releases ‘Christmas Dream’ — recorded at Abbey Road with the London Symphony Orchestra, Bez & Orbital’s Phil Hartnoll

          November 10, 2025

          We all know and love ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’, ‘Last Christmas’ and ‘Fairytale of New York’, but when did we last see a new festive favourite join those all-time greats? 2025 sees […]

          Scouting For Girls
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          Scouting For Girls Return With New Album “These Are The Good Days” — Out March 27th

          November 10, 2025

          The chart-topping, multi-Platinum selling Scouting For Girls will release their new album ‘These Are The Good Days’ on March 27th 2026 – a record which they today preview by sharing its title track and lead […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Belair Lip Bombs – Again
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Belair Lip Bombs – Again

          November 10, 2025

          The Australian indie scene has long perfected the art of masking malaise behind sun-drenched, jangly guitar pop, and Melbourne’s The Belair Lip Bombs deliver a textbook example with their punchy second album, Again. Over ten […]

          Swim School
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Swim School – Swim School

          November 4, 2025

          Swim School have delivered a super cool debut album that manages to combine a classic indie feel with a modern edge. Filled with powerful riffs, enchanting melodies and runaway choruses, “This Is The Debut Album” […]

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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 […]

        • 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: Thornhill Bring Their Electrifying BODIES Tour to Leeds Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Thornhill Bring Their Electrifying BODIES Tour to Leeds

          November 11, 2025

          One of Australia’s most exciting modern rock exports, Thornhill, stormed into Leeds on November 6th as part of their BODIES tour — bringing with them a night of sheer intensity, emotion, and energy. The evening […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gogol Bordello – Rock City, Nottingham – October 30th Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gogol Bordello Ignite Rock City with Their Signature ‘Gypsy Punk’ Fury

          November 3, 2025

          On October 30th, the unstoppable Gogol Bordello stormed into Rock City and tore the place apart in the best possible way. From the moment they hit the stage, it was clear the crowd was in […]

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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, […]

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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
          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
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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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        • TAVE
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: TAVE Talks ‘Fly Away,’ Self-Discovery, and the Art of Letting Go

          November 11, 2025

          Rising artist TAVE has had an extraordinary journey — from earning a scholarship at just 13 and performing with some of music’s biggest names to now stepping into the spotlight with his deeply personal debut […]

          :Panic :Over
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          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 […]

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        • The Charlatans
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          Martin Blunt – The Charlatans: Inside new album ‘We Are Love’ | XS Noize Podcast #257

          November 9, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Martin Blunt — founding member and bassist of The Charlatans, one of Britain’s most enduring and beloved bands. From their breakthrough with […]

          Mani on The Stone Roses, Primal Scream & the Resurrection | XS Noize Podcast #256
          Podcast

          Mani on The Stone Roses, Primal Scream & the Resurrection | XS Noize Podcast #256

          November 2, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Mani — legendary bassist of The Stone Roses and Primal Scream, and one of the most influential figures in British rock history. […]

          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 […]

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C Duncan announces new album ‘It’s Only a Love Song’ & Shares video for title track

October 17, 2024 XS Noize

Acclaimed Scottish musician C Duncan today announces his new album It’s Only a Love Song out 24th January via Bella Union and available to preorder here. To accompany the announcement Duncan has shared a gorgeous […]

C DUNCAN shares 'The Wedding Song' from upcoming studio album due out in 2022
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C DUNCAN shares ‘The Wedding Song’ from upcoming studio album due out in 2022

December 7, 2021 XS Noize

Having last month shared the track ‘Alluvium’, and ahead of a London live performance this weekend, multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter C Duncan today shares more music from his much-anticipated next studio album due for release in […]

C DUNCAN shares new track 'Alluvium' from upcoming studio album due out in 2022
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C DUNCAN shares new track ‘Alluvium’ from upcoming studio album due out in 2022

November 9, 2021 XS Noize

Currently putting the finishing touches to a new studio album, due for release next year via Bella Union, multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter C Duncan today shares a first track titled “Alluvium” from the LP. The track […]

INTERVIEW: Scottish Multi-Instrumentalist C DUNCAN discusses third album, 'Health'
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Scottish Multi-Instrumentalist C DUNCAN discusses third album, ‘Health’

April 1, 2019 XS Noize

Released via Fat Cat Records on March 29, 2019, C DUNCAN’s third album HEALTH sees the Scottish multi-instrumentalist ditch his bedroom studio and work with other producers, engineers and musicians for the first time. Warm […]

C DUNCAN releases 'Health' the title track from highly anticipated third album - Listen Now
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C DUNCAN releases ‘Health’ the title track from highly anticipated third album – Listen Now

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

Set for release via FatCat Records on March 29, 2019, C DUNCAN’s highly anticipated third album HEALTH sees the Scottish multi-instrumentalist ditch his bedroom studio and work with other producers, engineers and musicians for the […]

C DUNCAN Announces third album and releases first single "Impossible" - Listen Now 1
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C DUNCAN’s New Video for “Impossible” Visits Europe’s Largest Elvis Tribute Contest

February 6, 2019 XS Noize

Set for release via FatCat Records on March 29, 2019, C DUNCAN’s highly-anticipated third album HEALTH sees the Scottish multi-instrumentalist ditch his bedroom studio and work with other producers, engineers and musicians for the first […]

C DUNCAN Announces third album and releases first single "Impossible" - Listen Now 1
Gigs

Mercury Prize nominated Scottish multi-instrumentalist C DUNCAN announces spring 2019 UK tour

January 30, 2019 XS Noize

Set for release via FatCat Records on March 29th, C Duncan’s highly anticipated third album ‘Health’ sees the Scottish multi-instrumentalist ditch his bedroom studio and work with other producers, engineers and musicians for the first […]

C DUNCAN Announces third album and releases first single "Impossible" - Listen Now 1
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C DUNCAN Announces third album and releases first single “Impossible” – Listen Now

January 18, 2019 XS Noize

Set for release via FatCat Records on March 29, 2019. C DUNCAN’s highly-anticipated third album sees the Scottish multi-instrumentalist ditch his bedroom studio and works with other producers, engineers and musicians for the first time. […]

Album Review: C. Duncan - The Midnight Sun
Gigs

Scottish singer & multi-instrumentalist C . DUNCAN announces new UK headline tour for early 2017

October 25, 2016 XS Noize

Delving into more expansive and experimental territories, Glasgow’s prodigious talent C Duncan released his second album ’The Midnight Sun’ on 7th October to critical acclaim. Blending electronic elements and sweeping synth sounds with his signature […]

Album Review: C. Duncan - The Midnight Sun
Album Reviews

Album Review: C. Duncan – The Midnight Sun

October 10, 2016 Lori Gava

In 2015 Christopher Duncan, better known as C. Duncan, created a sensation with his debut release Architect. The release displayed C. Duncan’s truly gifted ability in blending his classical musical training with modern musical sensibilities […]

Scottish bedroom producer & Mercury Prize nominee C DUNCAN announces brand new album, 'THE MIDNIGHT SUN' 2
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Scottish bedroom producer & Mercury Prize nominee C DUNCAN announces brand new album, ‘THE MIDNIGHT SUN’

August 3, 2016 XS Noize

Glasgow’s prodigious talent C Duncan released his critically acclaimed and Mercury Prize nominated debut album ‘Architect’ last July, wrapping up an extremely successful first year with a headline tour and stunning sell-out performance at Union […]

2015 Mercury Prize nominee C DUNCAN announces UK & Irish headline tour for Feb & March 2016
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2015 Mercury Prize nominee C DUNCAN announces UK & Irish headline tour for Feb & March 2016

November 10, 2015 XS Noize

After being shortlisted for the much-coveted 2015 Mercury Prize (with his acclaimed ‘Architect’ LP named as one of the Mercury Prize Albums Of The Year) and completely selling out his previously announced December 2015 London […]

Young Scottish songwriter C DUNCAN nominated for 2015 Mercury Prize.
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INTERVIEW: C DUNCAN – MERCURY PRIZE NOMINEE

October 29, 2015 XS Noize

Multi instrumentalist and accomplished painter C Duncan from Glasgow has been nominated for the Mercury Music Prize for his debut album ‘Architect’. ‘Architect’ is a stunning record with lush choral harmonies and acoustic instrumentation, textured like […]

Young Scottish songwriter C DUNCAN nominated for 2015 Mercury Prize.
Gigs

Young Scottish songwriter C DUNCAN nominated for 2015 Mercury Prize.

October 17, 2015 XS Noize

Glasgow’s prodigious young songwriter C Duncan has been nominated for the 2015 Mercury Prize. The nomination for ‘Architect’ – C Duncan’s debut album – was announced live by Lauren Laverne on her BBC 6Music show […]

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