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        • Callum Beattie
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          Callum Beattie Unveils New Single “Pins and Needles” Ahead of Album “Indi” — Out January 23rd

          December 5, 2025

          It’s the best time to be Callum Beattie. After selling out a huge sold-out arena date at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro (a gig which saw The Scotsman describe him as “a Caledonian Sam Fender”), his 2026 live plans are upscaling too with a massive […]

          Gipsy Kings
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          Gipsy Kings Featuring Tonino Baliardo Announce New Album “Historia” — Out May 15th

          December 5, 2025

          The Grammy Award-winning Gipsy Kings and their leader/founder Tonino Baliardo broke the mould with their self-titled album back in 1987. It was a time when the US and UK charts were almost completely devoid of […]

          tom smith
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          Editors Frontman Tom Smith Brings His Solo Show to Belfast’s Mandela Hall – 6 May 2026

          December 4, 2025

          Tom Smith, the unmistakable voice of Editors, will play an intimate headline show at Mandela Hall, Belfast, on 6th May 2026. This rare solo appearance sees Smith performing a selection of brand-new material alongside reimagined […]

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          Sugar - Copper Blue
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sugar – Copper Blue: The Singles Collection

          November 28, 2025

          For fans of Sugar – and for anyone who still feels the shockwave of Copper Blue more than three decades on – Copper Blue: The Singles Collection arrives as a dream artefact. Pressed across four […]

          debdepan "Lovers & Others" EP
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          REVIEW: debdepan “Lovers & Others” EP

          November 27, 2025

          In recent years, the vibrant seaside town of Margate has evolved into a heady blend of coastal charm and DIY creativity — a place where visual artists, musicians and free-thinking makers thrive. It’s the perfect […]

        • 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: Gary Numan Electrifies Rock City with a Powerful, Emotional Performance Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gary Numan Electrifies Rock City with a Powerful, Emotional Performance

          December 1, 2025

          Gary Numan, one of electronic music’s most enduring and influential pioneers, brought his epic live show to Nottingham’s Rock City on 25 November, and the atmosphere was nothing short of electric. Calling the venue “buzzing” […]

          Drowning Pool Ignite a Packed Rock City with a Heavy-Hitting Nottingham Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Drowning Pool Ignite a Packed Rock City with a Heavy-Hitting Nottingham Show

          November 25, 2025

          One of America’s most successful heavy rock exports, Drowning Pool descended on Nottingham’s Rock City on November 19th with a set that hit like a wrecking ball. It was one of the busiest nights the […]

        • 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, […]

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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
          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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        • TAVE
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          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
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          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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        • Oliver Murray
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          Oliver Murray on completing “The Beatles Anthology” and bringing Episode Nine to life | XS Noize Podcast #263

          December 4, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by acclaimed filmmaker Oliver Murray — the British writer–director redefining modern music documentary through his bold, cinematic approach. Following his 2023 short film […]

          Steve Lillywhite on the Making of “Fairytale of New York” | XS Noize Podcast #262
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          Steve Lillywhite on Making “Fairytale of New York” with Kirsty MacColl & The Pogues | XS Noize Podcast #262

          November 30, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by legendary producer Steve Lillywhite — the Grammy-winning studio mastermind behind iconic records by U2, The Rolling Stones, Talking Heads, The Smiths, The […]

          The Altered Hours
          Podcast

          The Altered Hours: Cathal Mac Gabhann on Their Stunning New Self-Titled Album | XS Noize Podcast #261

          November 27, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by guitarist and songwriter Cathal Mac Gabhann from Cork alt-rock and shoegaze outfit The Altered Hours — one of Ireland’s most vital underground […]

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PEARL JAM announce full line-up for BST Hyde Park shows 1
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PEARL JAM announce full line-up for BST Hyde Park shows

June 8, 2022 XS Noize

With under one month to go until the start of BST, Pearl Jam are excited to announce even more incredible additions to their biggest London shows at American Express presents BST Hyde Park shows. October […]

FATHERSON share video for new single 'Dive' - Watch Now 1
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FATHERSON share video for new single ‘Dive’ – Watch Now

January 21, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Glaswegian three-piece Fatherson have shared a video for their new single titled “Dive”. Recorded at RAK Studios in London with producer Steph Marziano (Hayley Williams, Denai Moore, Mumford & Sons), the new single is […]

Glaswegian three-piece FATHERSON share live session video for new song 'Honest To God' 2
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Glaswegian three-piece FATHERSON share live session video for new song ‘Honest To God’

December 17, 2021 XS Noize

Glaswegian three-piece FATHERSON have shared a poignant new live session video for a new song titled “Honest To God”. The track comes on the heels of the announcement of their first album in three years, […]

FATHERSON announce new album 'Normal Fears' - Hear first single 'Normal People' 2
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FATHERSON announce new album ‘Normal Fears’ – Hear first single ‘Normal People’

November 18, 2021 XS Noize

Fatherson are back, but not as you know them. Today, the Glaswegian three-piece have announced details of “Normal Fears”, their first album in three years. The album is a lush lesson in letting go. Gorgeous, […]

FATHERSON return with video for new single 'End Of The World' - Watch Now
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FATHERSON return with video for new single ‘End Of The World’ – Watch Now

September 29, 2021 XS Noize

Fatherson are back, but not as you know them. End Of The World, the first new music from the band in three years, is a dreamy, synths-drenched beauty shot through with mischief. “If it’s my […]

FATHERSON announce headline Belfast show on Thursday 14th November at Voodoo
Gigs

FATHERSON announce headline Belfast show on Thursday 14th November at Voodoo

August 7, 2019 XS Noize

Scottish alternative rock outfit Fatherson, are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show on Thursday 14th November at Voodoo. The band who released their new album ‘Sum Of All Your Parts’ in September 2018 have […]

INTERVIEW: Belfast duo Blue Americans, discuss their upcoming Sum Yen EP 1
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INTERVIEW: Belfast duo Blue Americans, discuss their upcoming Sum Yen EP

March 29, 2019 XS Noize

Belfast duo Blue Americans – Kris Platt and Daniel Morgan Ball play a Belfast headline show at Voodoo on Sunday, May 26th 2019. The two-piece released their brand new single ‘Sunchaser’ on 29th March, taken […]

FATHERSON release 're-imagined' EP of tracks from recent studio album’ Sum Of All Your Parts’
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FATHERSON release ‘re-imagined’ EP of tracks from recent studio album’ Sum Of All Your Parts’

January 11, 2019 XS Noize

Following September’s release of their third studio album Sum of All Your Parts, Fatherson present four re-worked versions of tracks from that album due for release on 11th January. Following their largest ever headline tour in October, the band […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Fatherson - 'Sum of All Your Parts'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Fatherson – ‘Sum of All Your Parts’

September 9, 2018 Lori Gava

One of Scotland’s many excellent qualities is its seemingly effortless ability to produce majestic, brooding musical artists. The band Fatherson exemplifies the quality and brilliance which best describes this latest generation of bands that call […]

FATHERSON Announce New Album And Share New Single
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Marc Strain (Fatherson) discusses third album – ‘Sum of All Your Parts’

September 4, 2018 XS Noize

Scottish alternative rock outfit Fatherson release their third album Sum Of All Your Parts on September 14th. The band have established themselves as a potent live force, having sold out Glasgow’s Barrowlands as well as […]

FATHERSON Announce New Album And Share New Single
Gigs

FATHERSON share new video for ‘Charm School’ – Watch Now

August 28, 2018 XS Noize

Fatherson today share the new video for Charm School, taken from their forthcoming album Sum Of All Your Parts out on September 14th. The second track to be taken from the album, Charm School –  first […]

FATHERSON Announce New Album And Share New Single
Gigs

FATHERSON share new single ‘Charm School’ – Listen Now

August 1, 2018 XS Noize

Fatherson today share new single Charm School, taken from their forthcoming album Sum Of All Your Parts out on September 14th. The second track to be taken from the album, Charm School – first played […]

FATHERSON Announce Headline Show @ Voodoo, Belfast, Tuesday 2nd October 2018
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FATHERSON Announce Headline Show @ Voodoo, Belfast, Tuesday 2nd October 2018

July 3, 2018 XS Noize

Scottish alternative rock outfit Fatherson, are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show on Tuesday 02nd October 2018 at Voodoo. The band who release their new album ‘Sum Of All Your Parts’ in September 2018 […]

FATHERSON Announce New Album And Share New Single
Gigs

FATHERSON Announce New Album And Share New Single

June 22, 2018 XS Noize

Fatherson release new single Making Waves today. The single accompanies news of the band’s third album Sum Of All Your Parts which drops on September 14th. The band have established themselves as a potent live […]

Interview: Ross Leighton (Fatherson)
Interviews

Interview: Ross Leighton (Fatherson)

June 9, 2016 XS Noize

Scottish trio FATHERSON have recently released their new album ‘Open Book’. Ahead of a busy summer.  They recently played to over 7,000 people with Biffy Clyro and a storming show at Live at Leeds Festival. XS Noize […]

Album Review: Fatherson - Open Book
Album Reviews

Album Review: Fatherson – Open Book

May 24, 2016 Lori Gava

There are so many exciting bands coming out of Scotland, it makes one to wonder if there is something in the water, or if the brooding majesty of the landscape simply cannot help but create […]

Fatherson unveil 'Just Past The Point Of Breaking' video
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Fatherson unveil ‘Just Past The Point Of Breaking’ video

May 11, 2016 XS Noize

Ahead of a busy summer and the release of their second album, FATHERSON have announced some very special, intimate shows in Scotland which leads them up to their T in the Park appearance in July. […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: FATHERSON - 'Just Past The Point Of Breaking'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: FATHERSON – ‘Just Past The Point Of Breaking’

April 14, 2016 XS Noize

Leading up to the release of their second album ‘Open Book’, Scottish trio Fatherson have a new single available from 14th April 2016. ‘Just Past The Point Of Breaking’ is the follow up to ‘Always’ […]

FATHERSON unveil new single 'Lost Little Boys', album details and UK tour
Gigs

FATHERSON unveil new single ‘Lost Little Boys’, album details and UK tour

January 28, 2016 XS Noize

Scottish trio FATHERSON have confirmed details of their new album ‘Open Book’, due for release on 3rd June 2016 on Easy Life/Sony RED (home to Lower Than Atlantis, Arcane Roots and Black Peaks). . The […]

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