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        • The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe
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          The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe

          March 11, 2026

          Following the success of the anniversary tours of the UK and North America, The Pogues are going back on the road this coming winter with dates across Germany, The Netherlands as well as the UK […]

          The Boxer Rebellion
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          The Boxer Rebellion Confront the Noise of Modern Life on Striking New Single “Satellite Above”

          March 10, 2026

          As the world scrolls its way through life, transatlantic four-piece, The Boxer Rebellion get back to reality, condemning the invisible pressures of contemporary life in the age of constant observation on their latest single, “Satellite […]

          Midge Ure
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          Midge Ure Announces New Album ‘A Man Of Two Worlds’ — Out May 8

          March 10, 2026

          Today (10 March), acclaimed musician, producer, and songwriter Midge Ure announces his new album A Man Of Two Worlds, due for release on 8 May. In recent years Midge Ure has spent his time playing live, and not […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles - Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles – Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally

          March 6, 2026

          The moment has arrived at last for Harry Styles fans. Cool haircuts, ballet pumps, marathons, Italian cookery and an impeccably trousered appearance at the Brit Awards can all be set aside as HS4 has finally […]

          The Enemy - Social Disguises
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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Enemy – Social Disguises

          March 4, 2026

          The long-dormant gears of Coventry’s favourite sons have finally ground back into motion. After the sleek, perhaps overly-polished synth-pop detour of 2015’s It’s Automatic, a record that left the band questioning their relevance and drifting […]

        • 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
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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
          Live Reviews

          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
          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 […]

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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 […]

        • 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
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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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        • Elles Bailey
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Elles Bailey on the Story Behind ‘Can’t Take My Story Away’

          March 9, 2026

          Singer-songwriter Elles Bailey released her latest album, Can’t Take My Story Away, at the beginning of this year. Produced by Luke Potashnick, the album is deeply personal and quietly powerful—rooted in resilience, reflection, and self-ownership. […]

          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
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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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        • Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
          Podcast

          Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275

          March 11, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Damon Minchella — founder of Ocean Colour Scene, longtime bass player for Paul Weller, and collaborator with Richard Ashcroft — to talk […]

          Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274
          Podcast

          Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274

          March 8, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with legendary U2 producer Steve Lillywhite to discuss his remarkable career working with the band and the creative process behind iconic albums including […]

          The Dream Machine
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          “We’re Always Making Music for Ourselves” — The Dream Machine on ‘Fort Perch Rock’ | XS Noize Podcast #273

          March 4, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Zak and Matty from The Dream Machine to talk about Fort Perch Rock — the band’s third studio album and a record […]

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TURIN BRAKES - Unveil Video for New Single 'Wait' - Watch Now!
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TURIN BRAKES – Unveil Video for New Single ‘Wait’ – Watch Now!

December 12, 2017 XS Noize

Turin Brakes brand new single entitled ‘Wait’ is out now. The delightful, twisty, handclap-driven track is the first single to be taken from the band’s forthcoming album ‘Invisible Storm’ which will be their 8th studio […]

THE BIG PINK Releases 2 New Singles in One Day!- “HOW FAR WE’VE COME” & Cover of the NEW ORDER Classic “BLUE MONDAY”
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THE BIG PINK Releases 2 New Singles in One Day!- “HOW FAR WE’VE COME” & Cover of the NEW ORDER Classic “BLUE MONDAY”

December 1, 2017 XS Noize

The critically celebrated UK electro/indie-rock band The Big Pink release two new singles, “How Far We’ve Come” and a cover of New Order’s classic “Blue Monday” today to celebrate the “Blue Monday Alternative Record Store […]

PEGGY SUE: Share new single "Slow Fade" - Listen Now!
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PEGGY SUE: Share new single “Slow Fade” – Listen Now!

November 28, 2017 XS Noize

Today we’re excited to announce the return of London-via-Brighton indie duo Peggy Sue, made up of Rosa Slade and Katy Young. The pair have shared their new single “Slow Fade” and are playing a headline […]

SONIC JESUS share dark, hypnotic 'Dead Man' & 'Transpose' from new 7",
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SONIC JESUS share dark, hypnotic ‘Dead Man’ & ‘Transpose’ from new 7″,

November 27, 2017 XS Noize

Italy’s Sonic Jesus are one of the most revered outputs in the modern psych-rock scene. Following a split-single with Austin heavyweights The Black Angels, in 2015 the band released the hypnotic, droning psych-rock of their […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Ali Horn - 'Bloom' - Listen Now!
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ALI HORN: Unveils Video for New Single – ‘Bloom’ – Watch Now!

November 22, 2017 XS Noize

A wall of spiralling, hazy guitars reminiscent of Spiritualized, Tame Impala and early-Verve, Liverpool’s Ali Horn has just unveiled a video to go with his new single ‘Bloom’. His second single after the release of […]

Check out the video for 'Show Me' from Brighton / Dublin band - KEY
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Check out the video for ‘Show Me’ from Brighton / Dublin band – KEY

November 20, 2017 XS Noize

Key is a Groove Rock & Ambient Grunge outfit hailing from Brighton and Dublin. Comprising of brothers and a Brighton born frontman, KEY began when 2 guitarists crossed paths 5 years ago at Dublin’s School […]

FAFA GALOURE to release debut album in January - Listen to track
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FAFA GALOURE to release debut album in January – Listen to track

November 14, 2017 XS Noize

Efrat Cohen (aka Fafa Galoure), singer, writer and composer has been performing and arranging with Asi Ashkenazi since 2012. The musical style is a bridge between Indie Rock and multiple patterns that range from Classical, […]

Ten Fé return with new track 'Single, No Return' ahead of London headline show
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Ten Fé return with new track ‘Single, No Return’ ahead of London headline show

November 9, 2017 XS Noize

Ten Fé is back with a new single ‘Single, No Return’, as Rob, Johnny and Alex join Ben & Leo in the band. The single comes as the band prepare to headline London’s Dingwalls on […]

Emerging indie-pop siren Caitlyn Scarlett Unveils stunning new track ‘Happy When’ - Listen Now!
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Emerging indie-pop siren Caitlyn Scarlett Unveils stunning new track ‘Happy When’ – Listen Now!

November 3, 2017 XS Noize

Rising star Caitlyn Scarlett, described by The Line of Best Fit as ‘being on the verge of something big’, pre-empts the release of her forthcoming EP ‘Red Tape, Vol. 2’ due 2018 with details of […]

THE CUCKOOS Release New Video for 'New Sunrise' - Watch Now!
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THE CUCKOOS Release New Video for ‘New Sunrise’ – Watch Now!

November 3, 2017 XS Noize

Hailing from Austin, Texas, neo-Psych Rock crew THE CUCKOOS release their new single ‘New Sunrise’, taken from their forthcoming eponymous mini-album released via the Republic Of Music on November 24th. ‘New Sunrise’ is a song […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB - Release powerful new single 'Lunatic' ahead of major Autumn UK tour
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB – Unveil tense new video for ‘Lunatic’

November 2, 2017 XS Noize

The Slow Readers Club have unveiled the striking new video for powerful current single: ‘Lunatic’ (out now on the Modern Sky label). With reference points in the harrowing story of Robert Stroud ‘The Birdman of […]

NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce David Holmes produced third album. 'WHO BUILT THE MOON?', plus spring 2018 UK & Irish arena tour 1
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS unveil new album opener, “FORT KNOX” – Listen Now!

October 27, 2017 XS Noize

From his third album as Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, the record’s first sequenced track, “Fort Knox“, is revealed today (listen below). Noel says, “It was the last track finished on the last day in […]

Listen to Sergio Kun Aguero (Scorin' All Over The World) BY Alias Kid & Friends 1
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Listen to Sergio Kun Aguero (Scorin’ All Over The World) BY Alias Kid & Friends

October 25, 2017 XS Noize

Manchester’s Alias Kid certainly don’t do things by halves, they just do what they want! After turning Alan McGee’s head, the man behind Oasis, Primal Scream and The Jesus & Marychain, just to name a […]

Garage rockers GAFFA TAPE SANDY - Release Explosive 'Beehive' - Listen Now!
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Garage rockers GAFFA TAPE SANDY – Release Explosive ‘Beehive’ – Listen Now!

October 19, 2017 XS Noize

Garage rockers Gaffa Tape Sandy have announced the release of their brand new single Beehive via Antigen Records, the fittingly triumphant finale of their explosive performance on the BBC Introducing stage at this year’s Glastonbury […]

BAXTER DURY - Shares 'Prince of Tears' - Listen now!
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BAXTER DURY – Shares ‘Prince of Tears’ – Listen now!

October 19, 2017 XS Noize

Baxter Dury has shared the title track to his upcoming new album Prince of Tears, to be released on 27th October 2017 via his new label Heavenly Recordings – available on vinyl, CD & DL. […]

YouTube star HANNAH TRIGWELL releases new single 'Nobody' - Listen Now!
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YouTube star HANNAH TRIGWELL releases new single ‘Nobody’ – Listen Now!

October 19, 2017 XS Noize

Hannah Trigwell has released her stunning new single ‘Nobody’, which is taken from her highly anticipated debut album RED, coming early 2018. Hannah explains the meaning behind the track, “Nobody should call themselves a nobody, […]

Boris Carloff - Releases New Single 'Haunted' - Listen Now!
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Boris Carloff – Releases New Single ‘Haunted’ – Listen Now!

October 18, 2017 XS Noize

Winner of two Czech Music Awards, Boris Carloff is a producer, composer, engineer and musician whose musical style is hard to pinpoint, taking in the flavours of Classical, Jazz, Indie Rock, Pop and Electronic music. […]

Rising electronic-pop artist FHIN shares new track ‘Feel Your Face’ - Listen Now!
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Rising electronic-pop artist FHIN shares new track ‘Feel Your Face’ – Listen Now!

October 13, 2017 XS Noize

Hotly tipped French alternative-pop wunderkind described by Clash Magazine as “remarkably atmospheric”, returns with a new emotive, lush track ‘Feel Your Face’ taken from the forthcoming EP ‘Around.Away’ out this October through Délicieuse Musique. Fhin […]

HOWIE PAYNE - Releases New Single ‘Hold Steady The Wire’, - Listen Now!
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HOWIE PAYNE – Releases New Single ‘Hold Steady The Wire’, – Listen Now!

October 6, 2017 XS Noize

Howie Payne today releases a new single, ‘Hold Steady The Wire’, the latest track to emerge from his long-awaited new album ‘Mountain’, to be released on October 27th on Full Stack Records. The new album, […]

Listen to 'Oceans' the debut single from new fuzzy pop band The Yada Yada Yadas
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Listen to ‘Oceans’ the debut single from new fuzzy pop band The Yada Yada Yadas

October 4, 2017 XS Noize

The Yada Yada Yadas are a recently formed Durham-based alternative rock band that have truly mastered the craft of writing beautifully silly pop songs, and burying them deep beneath piles of dirt, feedback, and uncompromisingly […]

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