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        • Jack Devlin
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          Irish Indie newcomer JACK DEVLIN releases new single ‘Dialogue’

          September 22, 2023

          Irish Indie newcomer Jack Devlin lands with new single ‘Dialogue’ released on 22nd September 2023, the follow-up to his 2022 release ‘Lies’. ‘Dialogue’ was written with Harry from Hudson Taylor; it’s a three-minute powerhouse with […]

          oasis
          News

          OASIS release brand-new lyric video for ‘Acquiesce’ as part of the 25th anniversary of ‘The Masterplan’

          September 22, 2023

          Big Brother Recordings Ltd announced the release of limited-edition collector’s formats to celebrate the silver anniversary of Oasis’ iconic album ‘The Masterplan’. 25 years since the original release, November 3rd will see new formats made […]

          Starsailor
          News

          STARSAILOR announce ‘Silence Is Easy’ 20th Anniversary Edition

          September 22, 2023

          Starsailor’s second album, Silence Is Easy, was originally released in September 2003 after the whirlwind success of their debut album, Love Is Here, a mere two years earlier. As Walsh explains, “…they say you have […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          Teenage Fanclub - Nothing Lasts Forever
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Teenage Fanclub – Nothing Lasts Forever

          September 20, 2023

          For this, Teenage Fanclub’s eleventh LP, the now quintet, returned to Rockfield Studios in the Welsh countryside, where they recorded Howdy! in the late nineties. Whilst the veterans only have one top twenty hit to […]

          NZCA Lines
          Album Reviews

          EP REVIEW: NZCA LINES – Universal Heartbreak

          September 18, 2023

          On September 22, multi-instrumentalist Michael Lovett, who works under the moniker NZCA Lines, drops his fourth musical outing with the EP Universal Heartbreak. It has been three years since the release of NZCA Line’s critically […]

        • Book Reviews

          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 […]

          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 […]

        • 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: Kula Shaker at The 100 Club, London
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kula Shaker at The 100 Club, London

          September 7, 2023

          Twenty years following the departure of their original organist in 1999, Kula Shaker released their sixth LP, First Congregational Church of Eternal Love and Free Hugs, which can best be described as their most vital […]

          LIVE REVIEW: The Strokes at All Points East Festival, Mile End, London
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Strokes at All Points East Festival

          August 29, 2023

          As well as 2023 ending the four-year hiatus since The Strokes headlined All Points East, this festival day saw terrific performances by The Walkmen, Amyl and the Sniffers and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. After taking […]

        • 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// Field Day 2023 with Aphex Twin, Bonobo, Arca and others at Victoria Park, London Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Field Day 2023 with Aphex Twin, Bonobo, Arca and others at Victoria Park, London

          August 22, 2023

          Victoria Park is a place of yearly festivities and grand summer concerts. On the 19th of August, one of the most creative and mysterious electronic music producers – Aphex Twin – had a hugely awaited […]

          IN FOCUS// STIFF LITTLE FINGERS at Custom House Square, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// STIFF LITTLE FINGERS at Custom House Square, Belfast

          August 21, 2023

          Following their SOLD OUT Custom House Square show in 2022, Legendary NI Punks STIFF LITTLE FINGERS returned to Custom House Square for another special night in Belfast on Saturday, 19th August 2023, alongside an all-star line-up […]

  • Gigs
        • take that
          Gigs

          TAKE THAT announce massive 2024 live tour & unleash their brand-new single ‘Windows’

          September 22, 2023

          One of the UK’s most successful bands, Take That, have today announced their return with a huge stadium and arena live tour for 2024 alongside news of their ninth studio album, This Life, set for […]

          DAVE MATTHEWS BAND
          Gigs

          DAVE MATTHEWS BAND announces Spring 2024 European/UK headline tour

          September 19, 2023

          Dave Matthews Band will launch its first tour of Europe and the United Kingdom in five years on April 2 at AFAS Live In Amsterdam. The 19-date headline run will take the band to 14 […]

          OMD
          Gigs

          OMD announce UK 2024 tour & release new single ‘Slow Train’

          September 18, 2023

          After the recent announcement of their forthcoming new studio album, synth pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) reveal details of their return to the stage, with the band taking to the road next year. […]

  • Interviews
        • Everyday Pharaohs
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Glasgow-based trio Everyday Pharaohs discuss infectious new single ‘Skelmo’

          September 19, 2023

          The Glasgow-based Everyday Pharaohs have been making waves in the music scene for some years now, becoming a regular name gracing the city’s venues. After recently releasing the uplifting and highly infectious ‘Skelmo’, I thought […]

          BoomBox
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: BoomBox talks new single ‘Buenas Noches’ & upcoming album ‘Dangerous Waters’

          September 18, 2023

          Heavyweight electronic-dance-rock duo BoomBox recently released their single, “Buenas Noches,” a track lifted from their upcoming album, Dangerous Waters, slated to drop on November 10. Made up of singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Zion Rock Godchaux […]

          viisi
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: viisi on his new single “god damn!”

          September 12, 2023

          I think it’s safe to say that we get and develop many musical influences from our parents. It’s undoubtedly true for Matthew Borley, AKA viisi, whose dad introduced him to Hip-Hop and a certain Marshall […]

  • Podcast
        • Brand New Friend
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Grandstand Glory: A Candid Conversation with Taylor and Lauren Johnson of Brand New Friend

          September 21, 2023

          In episode #146 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Taylor and Lauren Johnson of Brand New Friend to discuss their new album, ‘Grandstand.’ No strangers to Ireland’s buzzing live scene, Brand New Friend […]

          Alex Lowe
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Hurricane #1 frontman Alex Lowe on their new album ‘Backstage Waiting to Go On’

          September 20, 2023

          In episode #146 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Alex Lowe from Hurricane #1 to discuss their latest album ‘Backstage Waiting To Go On.’ With 2 top 20 albums and 7 top 40 […]

          Steven Wilson
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Unlocking The Harmony Codex: A Conversation with Steven Wilson

          September 11, 2023

          In episode #145 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Steven Wilson to discuss his seventh album, THE HARMONY CODEX. Steven Wilson is an artist/producer based in North London. His last album, The Future […]

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IN FOCUS// The Pretenders at Limelight 1, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Pretenders at Limelight 1, Belfast

May 24, 2023 Bernie McAllister

English-American rock band Pretenders played an amazing show last night at Limelight 1, Belfast, as part of their UK and Irish tour. Bernie McAllister was there to take these fantastic images.          […]

The Pretenders
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THE PRETENDERS announce new album ‘Relentless’ – Hear brand new single ‘Let The Sun Come In’

May 11, 2023 XS Noize

The Pretenders return with the announcement of ‘Relentless’, their fourteenth studio album, due for release on 1st September 2023 via Parlophone. ‘Relentless’ is a clearly defined snapshot of where The Pretenders are in 2023. Arriving […]

CHRISSIE HYNDE announces her brand-new album of Bob Dylan covers & new film
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CHRISSIE HYNDE announces her brand-new album of Bob Dylan covers & new film

May 10, 2021 XS Noize

Chrissie Hynde has today announced details of her brand-new album of Bob Dylan covers, Standing in the Doorway: Chrissie Hynde sings Bob Dylan. The songs were recorded in lockdown by Chrissie and her Pretenders bandmate […]

THE PRETENDERS reveal their brand-new single 'Didn’t Want To Be This Lonely' - Listen Now
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THE PRETENDERS reveal their brand-new single ‘Didn’t Want To Be This Lonely’ – Listen Now

May 28, 2020 XS Noize

The Pretenders have today revealed their brand-new single Didn’t Want To Be This Lonely and its accompanying video, following a radio premiere this morning on Zoe Ball’s BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show. The latest in […]

THE PRETENDERS reveal their brand-new track 'Turf Accountant Daddy' - Watch Video
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THE PRETENDERS reveal their brand-new track ‘Turf Accountant Daddy’ – Watch Video

May 12, 2020 XS Noize

The Pretenders have today revealed their brand-new track Turf Accountant Daddy and its accompanying video. Made entirely during the lockdown, the video was produced and directed by longtime collaborator John Minton, who has also worked […]

THE PRETENDERS reveal the brand-new video for their current single 'The Buzz' - Watch Now
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THE PRETENDERS reveal the brand-new video for their current single ‘The Buzz’ – Watch Now

April 22, 2020 XS Noize

The Pretenders have today revealed the brand-new video for their current single The Buzz, taken from their new album Hate For Sale, out 17 July via BMG. Made entirely under lockdown, the video was produced […]

THE PRETENDERS reveal their brand-new single 'Hate For Sale' - Listen Now
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THE PRETENDERS reveal their brand-new single ‘Hate For Sale’ – Listen Now

March 24, 2020 XS Noize

The Pretenders have today revealed their brand-new single Hate For Sale, following a radio premiere on Steve Lamacq’s BBC 6 Music show this afternoon. The single is the title track from the band’s new album, […]

THE PRETENDERS announce their brand-new album 'Hate For Sale' out on 1st May
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THE PRETENDERS announce their brand-new album ‘Hate For Sale’ out on 1st May

March 17, 2020 XS Noize

The Pretenders are delighted to announce their brand-new album Hate For Sale, set for release on 1st May via BMG. The album is the first to be recorded with the now long-standing touring line-up of […]

THE PRETENDERS & SUEDE Will Co-Headline a Very Special Benefit Show at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire on November 20th
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THE PRETENDERS & SUEDE Will Co-Headline a Very Special Benefit Show at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire on November 20th

October 14, 2019 XS Noize

Suede and The Pretenders will both play their final UK shows of 2019 at a unique co-headline event at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire on November 20th. Both groups have come together to raise funds […]

The Pretenders reveal a new version of ‘Let’s Get Lost’ feat Neil Tennant
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The Pretenders reveal a new version of ‘Let’s Get Lost’ feat Neil Tennant

February 6, 2017 XS Noize

The Pretenders have revealed a new version of ‘Let’s Get Lost’ featuring guest vocalist Neil Tennant. Chrissie Hynde and Neil Tennant’s unmistakably poignant vocals combine beautifully on the track which is one of the stand-out […]

The Pretenders will release their brand new album, ‘Alone’ on October 21st 2
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The Pretenders announce a full UK Headline tour for 2017

December 6, 2016 XS Noize

Due to immense demand for their sold out Royal Albert Hall show on April 10 2017, the Pretenders are pleased to announce a full UK tour for Autumn 2017 which will see the band play […]

The Pretenders will release their brand new album, ‘Alone’ on October 21st 1
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The Pretenders will release their brand new album, ‘Alone’ on October 21st

September 7, 2016 XS Noize

The Pretenders will release their brand new album, ‘Alone’ on October 21st through BMG. It is the first Pretenders album for eight years and was recorded in Nashville. Originally intended as a solo follow-up to […]

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