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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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INTERVIEW: Travis’ Fran Healy on the 21st anniversary of their classic album ‘The Invisible Band’

August 10, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #93 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Fran Healy from Travis about their live shows in Derry and Belfast and the 21st anniversary of their classic album The Invisible Band. […]

TRAVIS release Fran Healy-directed video for new track 'All Fall Down'
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Travis at Camden Roundhouse, London

May 23, 2022 Michael Barron

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Travis’ third album, The Invisible Band, this LP was remastered by Emily Lazar and reissued at the end of 2021 in two limited-edition formats. Described by lead guitarist/banjo player […]

TRAVIS announce 20th Anniversary reissue of 'The Invisible Band' & 2022 tour
Gigs

TRAVIS return to N.Ireland with shows at Millennium Forum, Derry & the Waterfront Hall, Belfast

April 26, 2022 XS Noize

TRAVIS announce a return to Northern Ireland with concerts confirmed at the Millennium Forum, Derry on Thursday 11 August and the Waterfront Hall, Belfast on Friday 12 August. Marking the 20th Anniversary of their acclaimed […]

TRAVIS announce 20th Anniversary reissue of 'The Invisible Band' & 2022 tour
Gigs

TRAVIS announce 20th Anniversary reissue of ‘The Invisible Band’ & 2022 tour

October 14, 2021 XS Noize

The multi-platinum album from Scottish rock band Travis, The Invisible Band, is set to be reissued to celebrate its 20th Anniversary. The deluxe edition features the original album remastered by GRAMMY® Award-winning engineer Emily Lazar, […]

TRAVIS release Fran Healy-directed video for new track 'All Fall Down'
News

TRAVIS Release New Track ‘Waving At The Window’ – Listen Now

October 6, 2020 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their album 10 Songs this Friday, Scottish legends, Travis, have today released a romantically reminiscent new track titled “Waving At The Window”. Co-produced by both Fran and Robin Baynton (Coldplay, […]

TRAVIS release Fran Healy-directed video for new track 'All Fall Down'
News

TRAVIS release Fran Healy-directed video for new track ‘All Fall Down’

September 16, 2020 XS Noize

Following the release of their latest single “The Only Thing” featuring Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles, Travis today unveil their newest track, “All Fall Down” alongside a beautiful lyric video, once again directed by frontman […]

TRAVIS return with new album '10 Songs' out October 9th 1
New Music

TRAVIS unveil video for new single ‘The Only Thing’ feat: Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles

August 24, 2020 XS Noize

Following its first play on BBC Radio’s Zoe Ball Breakfast show this morning, Travis have unveiled the Fran Healy-directed video to their stellar new single “The Only Thing” featuring Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles. The […]

TRAVIS release new track 'Valentine' from forthcoming album '10 Songs'
News

TRAVIS release Fran Healy directed video for new track ‘Valentine’ – Watch Now

July 15, 2020 XS Noize

Following the release of the animated video for “A Ghost”, frontman Fran Healy has returned to the director’s chair with the video for Travis ’ new track, “Valentine”. The track is the third from their […]

TRAVIS release new track 'Valentine' from forthcoming album '10 Songs'
News

TRAVIS release new track ‘Valentine’ from forthcoming album ’10 Songs’

July 8, 2020 XS Noize

Following last month’s announcement that their new album, 10 Songs, will be released on October 9th on BMG and the release of the album’s impressive first single “ A Ghost ”, beloved Scottish band Travis […]

TRAVIS return with new album '10 Songs' out October 9th 1
News

TRAVIS return with new album ’10 Songs’ out October 9th

June 10, 2020 XS Noize

Beloved Scottish band Travis are back with the first new music from their stunning ninth studio album 10 Songs – out October 9th on BMG. The first single from 10 Songs is “A Ghost”, which […]

TRAVIS - Announce new single ‘Kissing In The Wind’ & ‘Almost Fashionable – A Film About Travis’
New Music

TRAVIS – Announce new single ‘Kissing In The Wind’ & ‘Almost Fashionable – A Film About Travis’

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

In the year that has seen the band celebrate the 20th anniversary of their breakthrough year, Travis have released their captivating new single ‘Kissing In The Wind’. The track, which was premiered on the Radio […]

TRAVIS to release 'Live at Glastonbury ’99', plus expanded editions of 'The Man Who' in June 1
News

TRAVIS to release ‘Live at Glastonbury ’99’, plus expanded editions of ‘The Man Who’ in June

April 30, 2019 XS Noize

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Travis’ breakthrough year, the band have two exciting releases for June 21st: Live at Glastonbury ’99, plus expanded editions of The Man Who. Available for the very first time, […]

LIVE REVIEW: Travis Sing Sing Sing in Belfast 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Travis Sing Sing Sing in Belfast

August 24, 2018 Helen Russell

Travis brought The Man Who LIVE 2018 Tour to Belfast Customs House Square on Wednesday night. Playing their 2nd Album The Man Who (released in 1999) in its entirety plus some of their other favourite […]

TRAVIS Announce TURIN BRAKES As Special Guests For ‘The Man Who’ Live! June Dates
Gigs

TRAVIS Announce TURIN BRAKES As Special Guests For ‘The Man Who’ Live! June Dates

April 24, 2018 XS Noize

Travis, one of Britain’s best-loved bands play their classic album ‘The Man Who’ live in full for two limited runs this June & December. Joining Travis on their June dates are one of the finest […]

TRAVIS to Play Their Classic Album ‘The Man Who’ Live! Over 15 UK Dates This Year In June & December
Gigs

TRAVIS Performing THE MAN WHO @ Custom House Square, Belfast Wednesday 22nd August

March 14, 2018 XS Noize

Scottish indie rock band Travis will play their album ‘The Man Who’ live in full at Belfast’s CHSq on Wednesday, August 22nd, 2018. Released 19 years ago, ‘The Man Who’ spent 11 weeks at number […]

TRAVIS to Play Their Classic Album ‘The Man Who’ Live! Over 15 UK Dates This Year In June & December
Gigs

TRAVIS to Play Their Classic Album ‘The Man Who’ Live! Over 15 UK Dates This Year In June & December

March 6, 2018 XS Noize

Following their triumphant headline show at On Blackheath Festival last September and due to popular demand, Travis, one of Britain’s best-loved bands play their classic album ‘The Man Who’ live in full for two limited […]

TRAVIS To Release ‘The Man Who’ Collectors Box Set + Play Album In Full At On Blackheath Sept 7th
New Music

TRAVIS To Release ‘The Man Who’ Collectors Box Set + Play Album In Full At On Blackheath Sept 7th

July 12, 2017 XS Noize

It’s hard to believe that ‘The Man Who’ has already come of age. Released 18 years ago in May 1999, it sounds as fresh today as it did then. On 8th September, this iconic album […]

ALBUM REVIEW: TRAVIS - 'Everything at Once'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: TRAVIS – ‘Everything at Once’

April 27, 2016 Thomas S. Day

Since 1999’s hit début album The Man Who, Travis have seemingly kept a pretty low profile. You may be surprised, as I was, to learn that they have released some 6 albums in the intervening […]

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