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        • The Complete Singles
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          INSPIRAL CARPETS share The Go! Team Remix of ‘This Is How It Feels’

          February 6, 2023

          INSPIRAL CARPETS have shared The Go! Team’s new remix of ‘This Is How It Feels’ ahead of the release of The Complete Singles, an album compiling all of the Manchester band’s 24 singles to date. […]

          The 1975
          Gigs

          THE 1975 announced as ambassadors of Record Store Day UK

          February 6, 2023

          Record Store Day UK is very proud to announce that The 1975 are this year’s official ambassadors. Off the back of their fifth consecutive UK number-one album, a sell-out world tour and three 2023 Brit […]

          Nell Mescal
          Gigs

          NELL MESCAL announces headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Music Centre on March 2nd

          February 6, 2023

          One of Irelands’ most exciting rising talents, Nell Mescal kicks off her year with new single ‘Homesick’, released via LAB Records and by announcing a headline show at Oh Yeah Music Centre on March 2nd […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          The Waeve
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Waeve – The Waeve

          February 2, 2023

          The Waeve sees Blur‘s Graham Coxon team up with Rose Elinor Dougall, of The Pipettes, to release their debut eponymous collection of ten songs that travel through genres. Elements of jazz, punk and rock combine […]

          Fucked Up – One Day
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Fucked Up – One Day

          January 28, 2023

          Throughout their three decades of existence, Fucked Up haven’t built up a reputation for doing things on a small scale. From enormous concept albums to twelve-hour performances, it’s obvious they like to take their time. […]

        • Book Reviews

          Ziggy Marley - Music Is In Everything
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Ziggy Marley – Music Is In Everything

          January 16, 2023

          Back in 2020, Ziggy Marley teamed up with Lisa Loeb to release a catchy and infectious song that will get people of all ages to sing along called “Music Is in everything”. This song which […]

          pop rock icons
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Pop Rock Icons by Philippe Margotin

          December 15, 2022

          Judging by the front cover, one might expect Pop Rock Icons to be festooned with infographics. It isn’t. Instead, it’s a collection of photographs depicting “London’s Swingin’ 60s & 70s”. Rather than homogenise and cluster […]

        • Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography 2
          Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2’s discography

          March 3, 2022

          In March of 1997, 25 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

          Eliza Carthy
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Eliza & Martin Carthy & The Restitution at Barbican Centre, London

          February 6, 2023

          Last year saw Eliza Carthy celebrate her 30th year in the music industry. Before this gig, Eliza took to Twitter to ask fans which songs they would like to see reinterpreted for a new LP. […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Republica  – The Fire Station, Sunderland
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Republica  – The Fire Station, Sunderland

          February 4, 2023

          My first act after arriving at The Fire Station was to indulge myself in a spot of reminiscing. Back in the mid-1990s, we were treated to a great collection of female-fronted rock bands: Elastica with […]

        • 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// The Subways at Scala, London
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// The Subways at Scala, London

          February 4, 2023

          The Subways performed at Scala – London on the 2nd of February 2023. The band is currently on tour following the release of their new album ‘Uncertain Joys’. Billy Lunn, Charlotte Cooper and Camille Phillips […]

          TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast

          January 10, 2023

          What a way to kick off 2023, with the return of the mighty; Trivium! As the Deadmen & Dragons Tour landed in the Ulster Hall, Belfast, Northern Ireland, our photographer Marc Leach was reliving his […]

  • Gigs
        • The 1975
          Gigs

          THE 1975 announced as ambassadors of Record Store Day UK

          February 6, 2023

          Record Store Day UK is very proud to announce that The 1975 are this year’s official ambassadors. Off the back of their fifth consecutive UK number-one album, a sell-out world tour and three 2023 Brit […]

          Nell Mescal
          Gigs

          NELL MESCAL announces headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Music Centre on March 2nd

          February 6, 2023

          One of Irelands’ most exciting rising talents, Nell Mescal kicks off her year with new single ‘Homesick’, released via LAB Records and by announcing a headline show at Oh Yeah Music Centre on March 2nd […]

          bdrmm
          Gigs

          BDRMM sign to Rock Action & announce their anticipated second album ‘I Don’t Know’

          February 6, 2023

          Following the release of 2020’s widely-acclaimed debut LP “Bedroom”, and a clutch of hotly-received singles since, today the Hull based shoegaze quartet bdrmm return with the news that they have signed to Mogwai’s Rock Action […]

  • Interviews
        • Gena Rose Bruce
          Featured Interview

          INTERVIEW: Gena Rose Bruce on the release of her much anticipated second album – Deep Is The Way

          January 24, 2023

          Melbourne singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Gena Rose Bruce sat down with XS Noize to talk about the release of her much anticipated second album, Deep Is The Way released on Friday 27th January. For anyone unfamiliar with […]

          Kaya Stewart
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Kaya Stewart talks ‘If Things Go South’ – her new short film & plans for 2023

          December 19, 2022

          Kaya Stewart has had a fantastic year. Her new album, If Things Go South, continues to win over fans and critics alike, and her short film of the same name is an award-winner. With 2023 […]

          NOT A TOY
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: NOT A TOY on new music & their highlights of 2022

          December 8, 2022

          Branson Hoog, Benji Spoliansky, Jeremy Marmor and TJ Wessel, AKA NOT A TOY, have had a particularly good year which has seen them release some great songs and delight fans on tour. With the year […]

  • Podcast
        • The Slow Readers Club
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: The Slow Readers Club’s Aaron Starkie on new album ‘Knowledge Freedom Power’

          February 3, 2023

          In episode #116 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with The Slow Readers Club‘s Aaron Starkie to talk about their new record ‘Knowledge Freedom Power’ out on February 24th, 2023. Nothing – […]

          Billy Nomates
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Billy Nomates on her latest album CACTI

          January 25, 2023

          In episode #115 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Bristol-based songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Tor Maries AKA Billy Nomates to talk about her latest album CACTI. Recorded at her flat and […]

          Black Star Riders
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Ricky Warwick of Black Star Riders on ‘The Wrong Side of Paradise’

          January 18, 2023

          In episode #114 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Ricky Warwick of masters of anthemic rock ‘n’ roll Black Star Riders to talk about their fifth album ‘The Wrong Side of […]

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Eliza Carthy
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Eliza & Martin Carthy & The Restitution at Barbican Centre, London

February 6, 2023 Michael Barron

Last year saw Eliza Carthy celebrate her 30th year in the music industry. Before this gig, Eliza took to Twitter to ask fans which songs they would like to see reinterpreted for a new LP. […]

IN FOCUS// The Subways at Scala, London
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Subways at Scala, London

February 4, 2023 Denise Esposito

The Subways performed at Scala – London on the 2nd of February 2023. The band is currently on tour following the release of their new album ‘Uncertain Joys’. Billy Lunn, Charlotte Cooper and Camille Phillips […]

Morrissey Announces Headline London Show
News

MORRISSEY announces a new London headline show at Eventim Apollo on Sunday 19th March

January 10, 2023 XS Noize

Morrissey has today announced a new London headline show at Eventim Apollo on Sunday 19th March. This show is part of a European tour that includes dates in France and Belgium. Tickets for the shows go […]

IDLEWILD celebrates 25 years as a band with special November anniversary shows 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Idlewild at O2 Forum, Kentish Town, London

December 19, 2022 Michael Barron

Having an anniversary tour when a band’s significant album reached a poignant milestone is hardly an original concept. Still, with more artists doing these anniversary tours, they can be considered modern and part of the […]

Kula Shaker
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Kula Shaker at Shepherds Bush Empire, London

December 11, 2022 Michael Barron

With over 25 years of being, Kula Shaker has built live staples guaranteed to enchant and exhilarate fans old and new. As has become a tradition, the four-piece opened with “Hey Dude”, which instantly gained […]

LIVE REVIEW: The Hoosiers at Heaven, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Hoosiers at Heaven, London

December 5, 2022 Michael Barron

In 2007 with several high-charting singles and a debut number-one album, it looked like The Hoosiers had found The Trick to Life. Their sophomore effort, The Illusion of Safety, made it into the top ten, […]

Bellowhead at Royal Albert Hall, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Bellowhead at Royal Albert Hall, London

November 15, 2022 Michael Barron

In 2010 Bellowhead made history when their third LP, Headonism, became the highest-selling independently released folk album of all time. The eleven-piece (before they disbanded in 2016) then released another two albums, which earned them […]

LIVE REVIEW: Tim Burgess at Lafayette, Kings Cross, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Tim Burgess at Lafayette, Kings Cross, London

November 10, 2022 Michael Barron

From hosting countless listening parties, which brought thousands of people together during a period they were most needed, to being an accomplished author, the Charlatans frontman has proved he is a master of many trades. […]

DMAs
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: DMA’s at Camden Roundhouse, London

October 31, 2022 Michael Barron

DMA’s efforts following their 2018 LP For Now have seen the band increasingly adopt dance elements and synths alongside their jangly indie-rock sound. They have never had a single that has entered the UK charts, […]

LIVE REVIEW: Billy Idol at Wembley Arena, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Billy Idol at Wembley Arena, London

October 20, 2022 Marija Buljeta

There is a rock ‘n’ roll icon everyone must see at least once in their lifetime. Last night we headed to Wembley arena to do exactly that, to finally see the punk rock, new wave […]

IN FOCUS// Godsmack @ The Roundhouse, London
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Godsmack at The Roundhouse, London

October 13, 2022 Alina Salihbekova

American rockers Godsmack finally came to the UK. On the 11th of October, they gave a fantastic adrenaline-filled show at The Roundhouse in London. According to the band’s frontman, they looked forward to performing in […]

Maximo Park
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Maximo Park at Camden Roundhouse, London

October 10, 2022 Michael Barron

The first thing one notices with the artwork from Maximo Park’s latest LP, Nature Always Wins, is the stunning post-impressionist thick oil-based brushstrokes depicting an unidentified being in the water. Concerning artwork, the Newcastle upon […]

Frank Turner and the Sleeping Souls at Brixton Academy, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Frank Turner and the Sleeping Souls at Brixton Academy, London

September 26, 2022 Michael Barron

Having won a scholarship to study at Eton College, Frank Turner always had potential. Along with his work ethic, sincerity and willingness to get people to participate and come together, his impact has been nothing […]

The Divine Comedy at Barbican Hall, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Divine Comedy at Barbican Hall, London

September 5, 2022 Michael Barron

The Divine Comedy’s five-night residency at the Barbican was initially billed for October 2020 to celebrate the band’s 30th anniversary. The Irish chamber pop band would chronologically play their first ten LPs back to back. […]

Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds Announce 2017 North American Tour
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds at All Points East Festival, Mile End, London

August 29, 2022 Michael Barron

All Points East opened with Gorillaz headlining. Eight days in XS Noize caught up with The National, who were joined on stage by Fleet Foxes frontman Robin Pecknold. XS Noize also returned with headliners Nick […]

THE NATIONAL Announce
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The National at All Points East Festival, Mile End, London

August 29, 2022 Michael Barron

All Points East only started in 2018, and in less than five years, it has become a ten-day festival catering to 40,000 music lovers daily. The first-day headliner was Gorillaz, where Alina Salihbekova captured some […]

INTERVIEW: Crispian Mills from Kula Shaker on new album '1st Congregational Church Of Eternal Love and Free Hugs' 1
Gigs

KULA SHAKER announce one-off show at London’s Shepherds Bush Empire

August 16, 2022 XS Noize

On December 8th 2022, Kula Shaker will play a one-off show at London’s Shepherds Bush Empire. The gig follows a successful year of touring in Europe and Japan, including a sell-out summer UK tour and […]

LIVE REVIEW: Midnight Oil at Camden Roundhouse, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Midnight Oil at Camden Roundhouse, London

July 13, 2022 Michael Barron

Midnight Oil go back a long way, with a career spanning just shy of five decades. The Australian rock band played many London venues that are no more, including ZIG Zag Club, which closed its […]

IN FOCUS// Pearl Jam at BST Hyde Park, London 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Pearl Jam at BST Hyde Park, London

July 10, 2022 Alina Salihbekova

Legendary Seattle grunge band Pearl Jam came to London to perform for two nights at BST Hyde Park. On Saturday, the 9th of July, Eddie Vedder, Jeff Ament, Stone Gossard, Mike McCready and Matt Cameron […]

LIVE REVIEW: Kula Shaker at Alexandra Palace Theatre, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Kula Shaker at Alexandra Palace Theatre, London

July 9, 2022 Michael Barron

Following a six year hiatus, Kula Shaker returned this year with their sixth album, 1st Congregational Church Of Eternal Love And Free Hugs, which is probably their best to date and fuelled excitement amongst fans […]

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