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          The Cure announce “The Show of a Lost World” — remixed, recut, remastered — arriving on Blu-ray & DVD this December

          November 28, 2025

          On 1st November 2024, The Cure released their widely acclaimed, now Grammy-nominated album Songs Of A Lost World. To mark the occasion, the band performed the album in full — for the first and only […]

          Matt Cardle
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          Matt Cardle Returns with New Album ‘The Great Escape’ and First Single ‘Drinking Dreams’

          November 27, 2025

          ‘The Great Escape’ cements Matt’s longevity as a recording artist in a career that now spans over 15 years, with record sales in excess of 3 million. Matt Cardle’s stunning four-octave vocal range made him […]

          Saint Etienne
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          Saint Etienne Announce Farewell UK & Ireland Tour for September 2026

          November 27, 2025

          Saint Etienne played their first ever live show on 15 November 1990 at Heaven nightclub in London, just months after releasing their debut single ‘Only Love Can Break Your Heart’. Since then, they’ve appeared at […]

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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
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

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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 […]

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          ‘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
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          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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          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 […]

          Bastille
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          LIVE REVIEW: Bastille – Songs from The First 15 Years at The O2, London

          November 19, 2025

          With three UK number-one albums, a string of major hits, and—impressively—their original core line-up still intact since forming in 2010, now seems the perfect moment for Bastille to take stock of everything they’ve built.  Their […]

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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 […]

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          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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        • The Altered Hours
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          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 […]

          The Clause
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          Pearce Macca: The Clause’s Rise and Debut Album “Victim of a Casual Thing” | XS Noize Podcast #260

          November 23, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Pearce Macca — frontman of Birmingham indie-rockers The Clause, a band whose rise has become one of the most inspiring new stories […]

          Roland Gift of Fine Young Cannibals
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          Roland Gift on 40 Years of Fine Young Cannibals & His New Christmas Single | XS Noize Podcast #259

          November 16, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Roland Gift — the iconic voice of Fine Young Cannibals and one of the most instantly recognisable singers in British music. With […]

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SHED SEVEN share new orchestral version of their anthem ‘Chasing Rainbows’ – from forthcoming album ‘Liquid Gold

September 6, 2024 XS Noize

It’s been a big week in a gargantuan 30th anniversary year for the irrepressible Shed Seven. After landing on the BBC Radio 2 B-list with their current single ‘Waiting For The Catch’ and being named […]

Shed Seven
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SHED SEVEN team-up with Issy Ferris for new single ‘Waiting For The Catch’ ahead of sold-out live dates

August 8, 2024 XS Noize

In their 30th anniversary year, Shed Seven have almost exhausted their bucket list with their first-ever No.1 album and two huge celebratory homecoming shows in their hometown of York now completed. Now Shed Seven continue […]

Shed Seven
Gigs

SHED SEVEN announce intimate autumn instore shows & record signings at big UK record stores

June 27, 2024 XS Noize

Shed Seven have today announced a run of intimate in-store events across the UK in support of their forthcoming album, Liquid Gold. Tickets are now on sale here. Each store will be treated to a […]

Shed Seven
News

SHED SEVEN share the new ‘Liquid Gold’ version of ‘Speakeasy’

June 21, 2024 XS Noize

Not content with landing their first ever #1 album in their 30th year with ‘A Matter of Time’, Shed Seven’s upcoming reworked orchestral hits set ‘Liquid Gold’ could well become their second, with pre-order sales […]

Shed Seven
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SHED SEVEN announce new orchestral reworks album ‘Liquid Gold’

May 22, 2024 XS Noize

Shed Seven have already had an unforgettable 30th anniversary year, taking in their first ever #1 album with ‘A Matter of Time’, two huge upcoming homecoming celebration shows at York’s Museum Gardens, and a #1 […]

Shed Seven
Gigs

SHED SEVEN announce 30th-anniversary tour

March 18, 2024 XS Noize

Following the release of their acclaimed number one album, ‘A Matter of Time’, Shed Seven are thrilled to announce a very special 30th-anniversary tour, spanning 23 dates across 23 cities and towns this November and […]

Shed Seven
News

SHED SEVEN share animated music video for new single ‘Let’s Go Dancing’

February 15, 2024 XS Noize

Shed Seven started their 30th anniversary year in style when ‘A Matter of Time’ became their first ever #1 album, but there’s much more to come as 2024 unfolds – starting with today’s release of […]

Shed Seven
News

SHED SEVEN land their first #1 album with ‘A Matter of Time’

January 12, 2024 XS Noize

Some things are only ‘A Matter of Time’. In 2003, Shed Seven split up after a decade of success – and in most cases, that would’ve been the end of the story. But after receiving […]

Shed Seven
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Shed Seven’s new album ‘A Matter of Time’ on course to be their first ever number one

January 8, 2024 XS Noize

Shed Seven are on the cusp of a remarkable achievement as their new album ‘A Matter of Time’ is flying high at #1 in the midweeks. It’s also a matter of local pride as the […]

Shed Seven
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Rick Witter on Shed Seven’s Latest Album ‘A Matter of Time’

January 3, 2024 XS Noize

In episode #162 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets the charismatic frontman of Shed Seven, Rick Witter. Shed Seven has been a formidable force in the British alternative rock scene with a career […]

Shed Seven
Gigs

SHED SEVEN release new single ‘Talk of The Town’ taken from forthcoming album ‘A Matter of Time’

November 24, 2023 XS Noize

As their 30th anniversary approaches in 2024, Shed Seven’s current resurgence is building up to become even bigger than their mid-’90s heyday. Huge pre-orders ahead of the January 5th release of their sixth album ‘A […]

Shed Seven
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SHED SEVEN share new single ‘Starlings’ from upcoming album ‘A Matter of Time’

October 23, 2023 XS Noize

Fresh from the weekend’s triumphant sold-out London show at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, Shed Seven today release ‘Starlings’ as the latest single to preview the January 5th release of their new album ‘A Matter […]

Shed Seven
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SHED SEVEN team up with Rowetta for new single ‘In Ecstasy’

September 29, 2023 XS Noize

Three decades into their career, Shed Seven are as big as ever. Let’s look at the evidence. A 6000-capacity outdoor show in Leeds: sold-out. Next month’s London show: sold out in 30 minutes. Three special […]

Shed Seven
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SHED SEVEN release new single ‘F.K.H.’ from upcoming album ‘A Matter of Time’

September 1, 2023 XS Noize

The fan reaction to Shed Seven’s upcoming album, A Matter of Time, was so strong that the band immediately decided to start 2024 with a bang and release it a week earlier than initially announced […]

shed seven
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SHED SEVEN kick-off band’s 30th anniversary celebrations by announcing new autumn 2023 UK tour plus brand new album, ‘A MATTER OF TIME’

July 13, 2023 XS Noize

Shed Seven will return with their first album in more than six years when they release ‘A Matter of Time’ on January 12th 2024, via Cooking Vinyl. Coming as 2024 represents the band’s 30th anniversary […]

SHED SEVEN announce 25th-anniversary editions of their celebrated album 'A Maximum High' & UK tour
Gigs

SHED SEVEN announce 25th-anniversary editions of their celebrated album ‘A Maximum High’ & UK tour

October 13, 2021 XS Noize

Ahead of their major UK tour later this year, acclaimed leading lights of Britpop Shed Seven have announced 25th-anniversary editions of their celebrated album A Maximum High for release on November 26th. Originally released on […]

SHED SEVEN announce 'Another Night, Another Town' - The Greatest Hits Live
Gigs

SHED SEVEN announce ‘Another Night, Another Town’ – The Greatest Hits Live

April 23, 2021 XS Noize

Acclaimed York five-piece and one of the leading lights of Britpop, Shed Seven have today announced a massive UK 2021 tour performing all their greatest hits and fan favourites live. Tickets go on general sale […]

SHED SEVEN fans given opportunity to take on band members in Shed Seven themed virtual pub quiz 1
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SHED SEVEN fans given opportunity to take on band members in Shed Seven themed virtual pub quiz

May 25, 2020 XS Noize

Think you know everything there is to know about indie band Shed Seven? Well, now’s your chance to prove it! Shed Seven fans are being given the ultimate opportunity to prove their credentials in a […]

SHED SEVEN - Announce 'Going For Gold' Deluxe Vinyl Re-Issue 1
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SHED SEVEN – Announce ‘Going For Gold’ Deluxe Vinyl Re-Issue

September 12, 2019 XS Noize

Marking the 20th Anniversary of their seminal singles collection – SHED SEVEN – are pleased to announce a deluxe expanded edition of: ‘Going For Gold’. Set to be re-issued on the 18th October on Gold-coloured […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Shed Seven - 'Instant Pleasures'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Shed Seven – ‘Instant Pleasures’

November 7, 2017 Elizabeth Manno

Britpop veterans Shed Seven are back with their first new album in 16 years. The York five-piece is best known for their 90’s guitar pop hits like “Chasing Rainbows” and “Going For Gold.” Though they […]

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