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        • Kodaline
          News

          Kodaline Bring Their ‘Farewell Tour’ to Belfast’s Ulster Hall — June 17, 2026

          February 23, 2026

          One of the biggest Irish bands of the modern era, Kodaline have announced a very special warm up show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast on Wednesday 17th June 2026 ahead of their Farewell Tour live […]

          Gene
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          Gene Announce Roundhouse Dates Following Sold-Out Comeback Shows

          February 23, 2026

          Indie-rock stars Gene have announced they will play two dates at The Roundhouse in London in October 2026. After a 21-year hiatus, Gene returned last year to perform three comeback shows that all sold-out within […]

          Sex Pistols
          News

          Sex Pistols feat Frank Carter announce Anarchy In The U.K. Tour

          February 23, 2026

          A definitive sound in rock since 1976 and one of the most important bands in music history, celebrate 50 years of punk this winter. Steve Jones, Paul Cook and Glen Matlock of Sex Pistols once again join forces with Frank Carter for one […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine - Hen’s Teeth
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine – Hen’s Teeth

          February 23, 2026

          Iron and Wine, the moniker of singer/songwriter Samuel Beam, is releasing his much anticipated follow up to 2024’s Light Verse at the end of February. Hen’s Teeth is a slightly darker sibling to Beam’s poetic […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing - A Short History Of Decay
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing – A Short History Of Decay

          February 20, 2026

          Philadelphia shoegaze standard-bearers Nothing return in 2026 with A Short History Of Decay, a record that feels less like a reinvention and more like a reaffirmation of everything they’ve quietly perfected over the past decade […]

        • 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: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London photos by Martin
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London

          February 21, 2026

          Of Monsters and Men first broke through in 2010 after winning Músíktilraunir, Iceland’s annual Battle of the Bands. That early victory propelled the then-emerging collective onto the international stage, leading to a European Border Breakers […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Johannes Eckerström Commands Rock City as Avatar Unleash Theatrical Mayhem Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Johannes Eckerström Commands Rock City as Avatar Unleash Theatrical Mayhem

          February 21, 2026

          Swedish heavy metal visionaries Avatar transformed Nottingham’s Rock City into a dark theatrical spectacle on February 17th — delivering one of the most visually captivating and musically explosive shows the venue has seen in recent […]

        • 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 […]

  • Interviews
        • 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
        • Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
          Podcast

          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271

          February 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club to revisit Howl — the band’s third album and a bold creative left turn […]

          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
          Podcast

          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. […]

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News

Steven Wilson to Play His Only 2026 Live Shows at the Royal Albert Hall

February 16, 2026 XS Noize

Steven Wilson has announced details of two very special live shows due to take place in the autumn. Following on from 2025’s globe-spanning tour, Steven Wilson will return to the Royal Albert Hall for the seventh time to play two […]

Public Enemy
News

Public Enemy to Play Exclusive One-Off UK Show at Royal Albert Hall – June 27, 2025

April 3, 2025 XS Noize

Iconic hip-hop legends Public Enemy announce a once-in-a-lifetime evening at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall on June 27th, 2025. This historic event for British fans will mark their first UK performance in almost a decade. […]

The Who Rock the Royal Albert Hall for Teenage Cancer Trust’s 25th Anniversary Credit: John Stead
Live Reviews

The Who Rock the Royal Albert Hall for Teenage Cancer Trust’s 25th Anniversary

March 28, 2025 Michael Barron

On the opening night celebrating 25 years of concerts in support of Teenage Cancer Trust, the Royal Albert Hall witnessed the powerful impact of this unique charity. Through its specialist care in tailored environments, young […]

Anarchy in the Albert Hall: The Sex Pistols Deliver a Historic Night for Teenage Cancer Trust
Live Reviews

Anarchy in the Albert Hall: The Sex Pistols Deliver a Historic Night for Teenage Cancer Trust

March 25, 2025 Michael Barron

This year marks 25 years of spectacular shows in support of Teenage Cancer Trust, a charity at the forefront of providing specialist care in environments tailored for young cancer patients. Each teenager’s battle with cancer […]

Bob Dylan
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Bob Dylan live at the Royal Albert Hall: A Night of Reinvention

November 13, 2024 Michael Barron

Bob Dylan’s storied relationship with the Royal Albert Hall dates back to 1965. A year later, he returned to play what has since been immortalized as his “most famous concert ever,” a show now etched […]

Bob Dylan
Gigs

BOB DYLAN announces UK tour including three nights at London’s Royal Albert Hall

July 15, 2024 XS Noize

ITB are honoured to announce the Rough and Rowdy Ways 2024 UK tour by Bob Dylan. The tour is the latest leg of an epic run of shows, which began in December 2021 in Milwaukee […]

Cyndi Lauper
Gigs

Music icon Cyndi Lauper announces exclusive 2024 UK Show at London’s Royal Albert Hall

March 25, 2024 XS Noize

The iconic and incomparable Cyndi Lauper has announced a one-night-only performance at London’s Royal Albert Hall – her first UK solo show in 8 years. ​The show will see Lauper perform songs from her catalogue […]

LIVE REVIEW: Young Fathers in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Credit: John Stead
Live Reviews

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

March 24, 2024 Michael Barron

Young Fathers, the award-winning Scottish group, delivered a captivating headline performance at the Royal Albert Hall as part of the prestigious Teenage Cancer Trust concert series. The group showcased its evolution from humble beginnings to […]

Greta Van Fleet
Gigs

GRETA VAN FLEET to Make Debut at London’s Iconic Royal Albert Hall

February 19, 2024 XS Noize

GRAMMY-winning rock band Greta Van Fleet announces their special performance at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London on July 14th. This will be Greta Van Fleet’s first performance at the hallowed concert hall. With […]

Róisín Murphy
News

RÓISÍN MURPHY announces new album, ‘Hit Parade’ & shares new single ‘The Universe’

May 17, 2023 XS Noize

The inimitable and boundary-pushing Róisín Murphy today announces her highly anticipated forthcoming album, ‘Hit Parade’, produced in collaboration with electronic music virtuoso DJ Koze. The 13-track compendium of genre-melding gems is set for release on […]

IN FOCUS// Killing Joke at London’s Royal Albert Hall
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Killing Joke at London’s Royal Albert Hall

March 13, 2023 Denise Esposito

Killing Joke headlined a sold-out show at London’s Royal Albert Hall on March 12th 2023. Founder members Jaz Coleman, Youth, Geordie Walker, and Paul Ferguson performed the entirety of their first self-titled debut album ‘Killing […]

KILLING JOKE announce special UK show at the Royal Albert Hall on March 12th 2023 1
Gigs

KILLING JOKE announce brand new single ‘Full Spectrum Dominance’ to celebrate sold-out Royal Albert Hall show

March 10, 2023 XS Noize

Killing Joke announce the release of a brand new single, ‘Full Spectrum Dominance’, via Spinefarm, to celebrate their sold-out headline show at London’s Royal Albert Hall on March 12th. The epic ‘Full Spectrum Dominance’ has […]

Matt Goss
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Matt Goss on his brand new album & upcoming UK tour

February 19, 2023 XS Noize

In episode #118 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with legendary Bros frontman Matt Goss who is returning to the musical stage following his recent appearance on Strictly Come Dancing and an […]

RÓISÍN MURPHY
Gigs

RÓISÍN MURPHY to perform at the historic Royal Albert Hall on the 11th of May

January 31, 2023 XS Noize

The inimitable Róisín Murphy is set to perform at the historic and beloved Royal Albert Hall on the 11th of May. Pre-sale tickets are available to purchase from 10:00 AM GMT on the 1st of […]

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 […]

KILLING JOKE announce special UK show at the Royal Albert Hall on March 12th 2023 1
Gigs

KILLING JOKE announce special UK show at the Royal Albert Hall on March 12th 2023

June 28, 2022 XS Noize

Killing Joke announce ‘Killing Joke – Follow The Leaders’, a very special UK show at the Royal Albert Hall on March 12th 2023. Killing Joke will be performing their first two albums in their entirety; […]

LIAM GALLAGHER adds headline dates at Manchester Etihad Stadium and Glasgow Hampden Park for June 2022
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Liam Gallagher at Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust

March 27, 2022 Michael Barron

Following an audio recording of the Manchester City Champions Chant, the stage suddenly went black. The opening track “Fuckin’ in the Bushes” from Oasis’ first album of the twenty-first century: Standing on the Shoulder of […]

LIVE REVIEW: The Who at Royal Albert Hall in Aid of Teenage Cancer Trust
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Who at Royal Albert Hall in Aid of Teenage Cancer Trust

March 26, 2022 Michael Barron

One can tell how great a noble cause is judging by the people who get involved with it. So far, in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust, the Royal Albert Hall has seen Don Broco, Deaf […]

LIVE REVIEW: Madness at Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust
Live Reviews

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

March 25, 2022 Michael Barron

After an unwanted three year hiatus, the annual series of gigs at the Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust has finally returned. Don Broco, with support from Deaf Havana, got things going […]

LIVE REVIEW: Don Broco at the Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Don Broco at the Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust

March 22, 2022 Michael Barron

In 2019, XS Noize was invited to see some of the most specular live music the Royal Albert Hall had to offer that year in aid of the Teenage Cancer Trust. They provide specialist care […]

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