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          The Veils Return with New Album “Fragile World” — Hear “Lungs” and See UK Dates

          February 27, 2026

          Following the critically acclaimed release of ‘Asphodels’ in 2025, The Veils quickly return with a bold and invigorated new album titled ‘Fragile World’, out 19 June on V2 Records. The first single ‘Lungs’ is released […]

          Little Barrie
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          Little Barrie Announce ‘Gravity Freeze’ Out 22 May 2026 – Hear ‘More Bad Miles Of Road’

          February 26, 2026

          Little Barrie announce details of their new album Gravity Freeze, released Friday 22nd May 2026 on Easy Eye Sound. The trio, fronted by in-demand guitarist Barrie Cadogan, also have today shared the first single, ‘More […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel Announces 2003 Live Album ‘In The Big Room’ – Out March 13, 2026

          February 26, 2026

          Peter Gabriel will release the live album ‘In The Big Room’ on 13 March 2026. In The Big Room captures Peter Gabriel and band recorded live in the Big Room at Real World Studios on […]

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          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 […]

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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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          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre Credit Wiktoria Wolny
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          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre

          February 26, 2026

          In the heart of London’s Embankment, the recently opened Emerald Theatre feels part The Great Gatsby, part Emerald City — lavish, theatrical and unapologetically opulent. The room glows in rich green tones and, with its […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London photos by Martin
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          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 […]

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          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
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          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

          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 […]

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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
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          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
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          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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        • Jordan Anthony
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          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
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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 […]

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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 […]

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          February 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dave Pen of Archive to talk about Glass Minds — the band’s 13th studio album and a bold new chapter in a […]

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

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Van Morrison Announces an intimate concert at Belfast’s, Waterfront Studio on 28 August 2025

August 6, 2025 XS Noize

Van Morrison invites you to an intimate concert at Belfast’s Waterfront Studio on 28 August 2025. Morrison, whose career spans a remarkable seven decades and millions of record sales, is regarded as one of the […]

Van Morrison
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Van Morrison Announces ‘An Evening of Words and Music’ at Waterfront Hall, Belfast

June 10, 2025 XS Noize

International music legend and Belfast’s own bard, Van Morrison, will return to the stage at the iconic Waterfront Hall on Sunday, 14 September 2025 for a one-night-only celebration: ‘An Evening of Words and Music’, featuring […]

Van Morrison
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Van Morrison releases new single ‘Cutting Corners’

May 1, 2025 XS Noize

After announcing the June 13th release of his new album ‘Remembering Now’ alongside the official release of ‘Down To Joy’, Van Morrison now releases the follow-up single ‘Cutting Corners’. The song has just been premiered […]

Van Morrison
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Van Morrison’s 80th Birthday Concert – Second Show Announced After Phenomenal Demand

April 25, 2025 XS Noize

Due to phenomenal demand and following the first show selling out in hours, Van Morrison has announced a second celebratory concert at the iconic Waterfront Hall, in Belfast, for his 80th birthday. Morrison’s talented, singer-songwriter, […]

Van Morrison
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Van Morrison to Celebrate 80th Birthday with Special Concert at Belfast’s Waterfront Hall

April 9, 2025 XS Noize

Van Morrison has announced that he will perform a celebratory concert in Belfast on the day of his 80th birthday. Morrison’s talented singer-songwriter daughter, Shana, will also perform. This unique, once-in-a-lifetime event will take place […]

Van Morrison
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Van Morrison announces new album ‘Remembering Now’ & shares first single ‘Down to Joy’

February 27, 2025 XS Noize

Van Morrison will release his new album ‘Remembering Now’ on June 13th. It represents his first collection of original music since 2022 and also follows the acclaimed covers albums ‘Moving On Skiffle’ and ‘Accentuate The Positive’. The album’s launch is accompanied by the long-awaited […]

Van Morrison
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Van Morrison announces a third and final show at Whitla Hall, Belfast

February 5, 2025 XS Noize

Van Morrison announces a third and final show at Whitla Hall, Belfast on Sunday 23rd February due to phenomenal demand, this is in addition to a very special run of shows including the Sold Out […]

Van Morrison
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Van Morrison announces two very special shows at Whitla Hall, Belfast

January 20, 2025 XS Noize

Van Morrison announces two special shows at Whitla Hall, Belfast, on Friday, 21st & 22nd February 2025. Get ready for a night of unforgettable melodies from the man himself. Born in 1945, Van heard his […]

Van Morrison
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VAN MORRISON shares new version of ‘You Gotta Make It Through The World’

August 22, 2024 XS Noize

After launching his first ever archive collection ‘New Arrangements And Duets’ with the track ‘Choppin’ Wood’, Van Morrison now provides another preview of what to expect with a new version of ‘You Gotta Make It […]

Van Morrison
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VAN MORRISON announces new album ‘New Arrangements And Duets’

June 26, 2024 XS Noize

Van Morrison announces the September 27th of ‘New Arrangements And Duets’. The album is launched alongside its first single, ‘Choppin’ Wood’. ‘New Arrangements And Duets’ represents a small percentage of the huge amount of unreleased […]

Van Morrison
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VAN MORRISON announces shows in Belfast, Cork and Dublin this summer

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

Van Morrison is a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, author, poet, and multi-instrumentalist widely considered one of the most influential artists in the history of music. He has multiple albums that are ranked as the greatest […]

Van Morrison
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VAN MORRISON announces second Ulster Hall show due to phenomenal demand

January 24, 2024 XS Noize

Following Van Morrisons SOLD OUT show on February 14th, we are pleased to announce a new show on February 15th 2024. Get ready for a night of unforgettable melodies from the man himself. Born in […]

Van Morrison
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VAN MORRISON announces a one-off show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast on Valentine’s Day

January 16, 2024 XS Noize

Van Morrison announces a one-off show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast, on Valentine’s Day! Get ready for a night of unforgettable melodies from the man himself. Born in 1945, Van heard his Shipyard worker father’s […]

LIVE REVIEW: Van Morrison at Shepherds Bush Empire
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LIVE REVIEW: Van Morrison at Shepherds Bush Empire

November 30, 2023 Michael Barron

Established artists and their managers over the last five years or so have agonised about how they will introduce new material live and build up enough nerve to avoid playing essential classic tracks. Van Morrison […]

Van Morrison
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VAN MORRISON releases new single ‘Lucille’ featuring special guest TAJ MAHAL

October 20, 2023 XS Noize

After previewing the November 3rd release of his 45th studio album ‘Accentuate The Positive’ with the singles ‘Shakin’ All Over’ and ‘Problems’, Van Morrison now provides another taste of the record with his take on […]

Van Morrison
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VAN MORRISON adds third date at The Limelight, Belfast due to phenomenal demand

October 16, 2023 XS Noize

Van Morrison unveils his 45th studio album, Accentuate the Positive, ahead of its release on November 3rd. This electrifying homage to rock ‘n’ roll is launched alongside its first single, a new take on the Johnny […]

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VAN MORRISON announces 2 intimate album launch shows at The Limelight, Belfast in November

October 11, 2023 XS Noize

Van Morrison unveils his 45th studio album, Accentuate the Positive, ahead of its release on November 3rd. This electrifying homage to rock ‘n’ roll is launched alongside its first single, a new take on the […]

Van Morrison
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VAN MORRISON releases new single ‘Problems’ from his upcoming album ‘Accentuate The Positive’

September 26, 2023 XS Noize

After previewing the November 3rd release of his 45th studio album ‘Accentuate The Positive’ with the single ‘Shakin’ All Over’, Van Morrison today provides another taste of the record with his take on The Everly […]

Accentuate the Positive
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VAN MORRISON announces new album ‘Accentuate the Positive’ – Hear first track ‘Shakin’ All Over’

September 12, 2023 XS Noize

Van Morrison unveils his 45th studio album, Accentuate the Positive, released on November 3rd. This electrifying homage to rock ‘n’ roll is launched alongside its first single, a new take on the Johnny Kidd classic […]

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Rock, Roll, and Rhythm: Experience the Beat on the Streets of Belfast Aboard Oh Yeah Centre’s Music Bus Tour

July 20, 2023 XS Noize

Prepare to embark on a captivating adventure through the streets of Belfast, the newly designated UNESCO City of Music. Renowned for its rich musical heritage and iconic music venues, experience Belfast’s rock and roll spirit […]

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