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        • Super Furry Animals
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          Super Furry Animals Unearth Early 1993 Recording ‘Pocket Sam’ Featuring Rhys Ifans

          February 12, 2026

          SUPER FURRY ANIMALS have released one of their earliest recordings, revealing the dreamy space-rock of Pocket Sam to fans with acclaimed-actor and original singer, Rhys Ifans on vocals. Captured on tape at Grassroots Studio in Cardiff as the Furries started to form in the […]

          Sananda Maitreya
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          Sananda Maitreya Releases Remastered Edition of Neither Fish Nor Flesh as Part of ‘Juvenilia: The Columbia Years’

          February 7, 2026

          Sananda Maitreya releases the newly remastered version of his visionary second album, 1989’s ‘Neither Fish Nor Flesh: A Soundtrack of Love, Faith, Hope & Destruction’. It is the latest instalment in ‘Juvenilia: The Columbia Years’, a remastered […]

          Steven Wilson
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          Steven Wilson launches Headphone Dust – a home for pristine high-res & immersive audio

          February 6, 2026

          Steven Wilson has announced details of a new online platform that will become the one-stop home for his renowned, Grammy-nominated spatial audio mixes, making “studio-quality immersive sound accessible to everyone”. The platform represents a major shift […]

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          Helicon x Al Lover - Arise
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Helicon x Al Lover – Arise

          February 10, 2026

          Scottish band Helicon were formed in Glasgow’s East Kilbride by brothers John-Paul and Gary Hughes. They are a collective of musicians whose experimental sounds blend psychedelia, sitar, electronica and guitars to create a fuzzed-up wall […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: IST IST - Dagger
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: IST IST – Dagger

          February 9, 2026

          Manchester’s post-punk titans IST IST have never been a band to do things by halves. Rising from the city’s underground with a fiercely independent DIY ethic, they’ve spent years carving out a sonic identity as […]

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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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          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show Credit: Denise Esposito
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show

          February 6, 2026

          On 3 February, Ash returned to La Scala for a blistering, high-energy London show. Packed wall to wall, the venue buzzed as the trio tore through a career-spanning set, seamlessly weaving in new material from […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Marmozets Bring Relentless Energy and Heart to Sold-Out Rescue Rooms Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Marmozets Bring Relentless Energy and Heart to Sold-Out Rescue Rooms

          February 4, 2026

          British rock band Marmozets delivered an electric, sweat-soaked performance at Rescue Rooms on 26 January, turning the packed venue into a wall of noise and movement. Demand was so intense that security were forced to […]

        • 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// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show Credit: Denise Esposito
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show

          February 6, 2026

          On 3 February, Ash returned to La Scala for a blistering, high-energy London show. Packed wall to wall, the venue buzzed as the trio tore through a career-spanning set, seamlessly weaving in new material from […]

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland Credit: Becca McCaffrey
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland

          January 11, 2026

          Biffy Clyro put on a brilliant show at the 3Arena on Saturday, 10 January, delivering a set that was as heavy and intense as it was open and emotional. The sold-out Dublin crowd were treated […]

  • 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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        • Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

          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
          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • Mark Shaw - Then Jerico | XS Noize Podcast #270
          Podcast

          Mark Shaw of Then Jerico on The Return, legacy, and bringing the full band show to Ireland | XS Noize Podcast #270

          February 10, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Mark Shaw of Then Jerico to talk about The Return — a moment that reconnects legacy, live energy, and purpose as the […]

          Desertflowerboots_H - photo credit Sandrita Cardenas 1
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          Crispian Mills of Kula Shaker on creativity, chaos, and Wormslayer | XS Noize Podcast #269

          February 8, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Kula Shaker frontman Crispian Mills to talk about Wormslayer — a record that captures the band feeling revitalised, confident, and creatively fearless. […]

          Dani Larkin
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          Dani Larkin on Next Of Kin: life, loss, and learning to stay open | XS Noize Podcast #268

          February 3, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dani Larkin to talk about Next Of Kin — a deeply emotive record shaped by time, patience, and a renewed sense of […]

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On the Fast Track: Tom Meighan Discusses His Second Solo Album ‘Roadrunner’
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On the Fast Track: Tom Meighan Discusses His Second Solo Album ‘Roadrunner’

July 31, 2024 XS Noize

In Episode #189 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to Tom Meighan, who returns to discuss his second solo album, Roadrunner, which will be released on January 24th on Blue Rocket Records. […]

Kasabian
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KASABIAN announce Dublin 3Arena show with special guests The Streets

July 22, 2024 XS Noize

Following a wild, triumphant month that saw the release of their brand new studio album Happenings, a truly euphoric secret set at Glastonbury’s Woodsies Stage, and a celebratory hometown headliner at Leicester’s Victoria Park, today […]

On the Fast Track: Tom Meighan Discusses His Second Solo Album ‘Roadrunner’
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TOM MEIGHAN announces new album ‘Roadrunner’ & shares new single ‘White Lies’

July 18, 2024 XS Noize

TOM MEIGHAN announces his new album, Roadrunner, to be released on September 13th on Blue Rocket Records. Today, he shares his new single, ‘White Lies.’ He will tour the UK this autumn. Last year, Tom […]

Kasabian
Gigs

KASABIAN announce November UK arena shows with special guests The Streets

July 5, 2024 XS Noize

Following a wild, triumphant week that saw the release of their brand new studio album Happenings, a truly euphoric secret set at Glastonbury’s Woodsies Stage, and a celebratory hometown headliner at Leicester’s Victoria Park this […]

Liam Gallagher
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Anticipation Soars for Belfast Vital as Liam Gallagher Revives ‘Definitely Maybe’ in 90s Splendor

June 19, 2024 XS Noize

Liam Gallagher is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Oasis’s groundbreaking and hugely influential debut album with the “Definitely Maybe 30 Years” tour. This year’s tour includes a highly anticipated show at BELFAST VITAL 2024, held […]

Kasabian
News

KASABIAN release new single ‘Coming Back To Me Good’

April 12, 2024 XS Noize

Following the announcement of their anticipated new album Happenings, Kasabian, have released the third cut from the album in ‘Coming Back To Me Good’. The band will perform the brand new single on The Jonathan […]

TOM MEIGHAN announces RAW'24 Acoustic Irish Tour for May 24
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TOM MEIGHAN announces RAW’24 Acoustic Irish Tour for May 24

April 11, 2024 XS Noize

As the lead singer of Kasabian – helping sell over four million albums – Tom Meighan’s unmistakable vocals are a central, many would say essential, component on timeless tracks like ‘Fire,’ ‘Club Foot,’ and ‘Shoot […]

Kasabian
News

KASABIAN announce new album ‘Happenings’ & unveil new single ‘Call’

February 21, 2024 XS Noize

Kasabian, one of the UK’s best and biggest bands, are back and on fire with an explosive new studio album, Happenings, out July 5th on Columbia Records. Happenings is their 8th studio album and one […]

Liam Gallagher
Gigs

LIAM GALLAGHER ‘Definitely Maybe 30 Years’ tour announced for BELFAST VITAL 2024

December 1, 2023 XS Noize

It would be hard to top Liam Gallagher’s biblical Knebworth Park shows, which proved to be some of the biggest live events of 2022. But the always ambitious icon has once again excelled himself with […]

TOM MEIGHAN
News

TOM MEIGHAN announces he will be joining NOEL GALLAGHER on his 2023 UK Arena Tour this December

August 7, 2023 XS Noize

TOM MEIGHAN is thrilled to announce that he will be joining Noel Gallagher on his 2023 UK Arena Tour this December. Tom Meighan released his first solo album, The Reckoning, in May. It hit the […]

Kasabian
News

KASABIAN return with brand new single ‘Algorithms’

June 16, 2023 XS Noize

Ahead of a string of huge UK festival headline dates this summer, Kasabian today release their joyously poppy new single ’Algorithms.’ Arriving as a standalone, fresh new offering, the track follows the band’s 2022 chart-topping, […]

Tom Meighan
News

TOM MEIGHAN shares the video for ‘Don’t Give In’

June 9, 2023 XS Noize

Released last month, Tom Meighan’s first solo album, The Reckoning, hit the Official midweek chart at #2, behind Ed Sheeran. It charted at #2 in the Indie chart, #3 in the Vinyl chart, #3 in […]

IN FOCUS// Tom Meighan at Limelight, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Tom Meighan at Limelight, Belfast

May 15, 2023 Bernie McAllister

Former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan played an amazing show on Saturday night at Limelight, Belfast, supporting his fantastic debut album ‘The Reckoning.’ A born frontman, Tom had the crowd jumping from the first song to […]

Tom Meighan
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Tom Meighan on his first solo album ‘The Reckoning’

April 6, 2023 XS Noize

In episode #125 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan to talk about his first solo album ‘The Reckoning.’ Nearly 3 years after departing Kasabian, Tom Meighan […]

Kasabian
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Kasabian at The Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust

March 27, 2023 Michael Barron

Underworld opened the first night of the 2023 series of live events in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust, the second night of music came from Wet Leg, and on the penultimate night of this wonderful […]

Tom Meighan
Gigs

TOM MEIGHAN shares new single ‘Everyone’s Addicted To Something’ ahead of UK tour and album

March 22, 2023 XS Noize

Nearly 3 years after departing Kasabian, Tom Meighan returns with The Reckoning, his first solo album, released on 28th April 2023. On the night of the 28th, he will end a 20-date UK tour headlining […]

TOM MEIGHAN announces headline show at the Limelight, Belfast on Saturday May 13th 2023
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TOM MEIGHAN announces headline show at the Limelight, Belfast on Saturday May 13th 2023

December 16, 2022 XS Noize

Former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan is back with live dates in 2023 with the release of his album ‘The Reckoning’, following brilliant live reviews and sold-out Christmas shows. Tom Meighan has sold four million albums. […]

IN FOCUS// Kasabian at The Telegraph Building, Belfast
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Kasabian at The Telegraph Building, Belfast

October 21, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Leicester rockers Kasabian returned to Belfast with a fantastic show at The Telegraph Building last night, 20th October, in support of their seventh album, The Alchemist’s Euphoria. Bernie McAllister was there to take these amazing […]

KASABIAN take a trip back to Leicester in new video for ‘CHEMICALS'
Gigs

KASABIAN return to Belfast & Dublin this October

July 6, 2022 XS Noize

Leicester rockers Kasabian have announced they are back with headline shows at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on 20th October and Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre on 21st October. The news comes as the band prepares for the […]

KASABIAN take a trip back to Leicester in new video for ‘CHEMICALS'
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KASABIAN take a trip back to Leicester in new video for ‘CHEMICALS’

June 21, 2022 XS Noize

Following a euphoric headline slot at Isle Of Wight Festival, Kasabian have dropped the cosmic video for their new single ’CHEMICALS’, the third track from their highly-anticipated new album The Alchemist’s Euphoria, out August 5th […]

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