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          Kaiser Chiefs announce 2025 UK outdoor shows to celebrate 20 years of ‘Employment’

          November 1, 2024

          After announcing a massive hometown show at Leeds’ Temple Newsam Park for May 2025, to celebrate 20 years of their iconic debut album Employment, Yorkshire indie icons Kaiser Chiefs announce further 20th anniversary celebration shows […]

          INHALER 
          News

          INHALER announce new album ‘Open Wide’ & biggest ever UK tour

          November 1, 2024

          INHALER has today announced details of their new album alongside their biggest-ever UK tour and a string of dates in Europe and Asia. The Dublin four-piece will release their third album, ‘Open Wide,’ on February 7th via Polydor […]

          IN FOCUS// The Cure at The SSE Arena Belfast
          News

          BBC2 to Celebrate The Cure’s New Album ‘Songs of a Lost World’ with a Special Evening of Programming

          November 1, 2024

          THE CURE’s long-awaited, critically acclaimed new album, SONGS OF A LOST WORLD, their first new release in 16 years, is out now. The band will be performing their only scheduled show of the year tonight […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Cure - Songs of a Lost World
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Cure – Songs of a Lost World

          October 25, 2024

          After a sixteen-year wait, Songs of a Lost World, The Cure’s highly anticipated fourteenth studio album, has finally arrived. Rumours about the release date began circulating as far back as 2018, a testament to frontman […]

          Amyl and The Sniffers – Cartoon Darkness
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Amyl and The Sniffers – Cartoon Darkness

          October 24, 2024

          Honest – perhaps the best way to define this Melbourne four-piece, which grew from the city’s pub-rock scene. There’s no flannel, no pretences, just good old-fashioned, down-to-earth music and attitude. In this overly antiseptic world, […]

        • 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: Dhani Harrison at EartH, London
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Dhani Harrison at EartH, London

          October 24, 2024

          Anticipation was high when Dhani Harrison released his debut album IN///PARALLEL in 2017. Prior to that, he had already established himself as a thoughtful and accomplished musician through his work with bands like The New […]

          Crowded House
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          LIVE REVIEW: Crowded House at O2 Arena, London

          October 12, 2024

          Crowded House has been remarkably prolific in recent years, with a quarter of their albums released in the 2020s—a striking feat for a band that first formed in 1985. This makes sense, given the band’s […]

        • 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 Waeve at Village Underground, London Credit: Denise Esposito
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// The Waeve at Village Underground, London

          November 1, 2024

          On October 29, 2024, The Waeve (Graham Coxon and Rose Elinor Dougall) performed a sold-out show at London’s Village Underground. This concert marked their largest headline performance to date, celebrating the release of their second […]

          IN FOCUS// Lacuna Coil at Rock City, Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Lacuna Coil at Rock City, Nottingham

          October 31, 2024

          Italian gothic metal band Lacuna Coil delivered an electrifying performance at Rock City in Nottingham just days before Halloween, setting the perfect tone for the spooky season. The band’s dynamic vocal duo—Cristina Scabbia and Andrea […]

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        • Kaiser Chiefs
          Gigs

          Kaiser Chiefs announce 2025 UK outdoor shows to celebrate 20 years of ‘Employment’

          November 1, 2024

          After announcing a massive hometown show at Leeds’ Temple Newsam Park for May 2025, to celebrate 20 years of their iconic debut album Employment, Yorkshire indie icons Kaiser Chiefs announce further 20th anniversary celebration shows […]

          The Horrors
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          To mark Halloween, The Horrors release new track ‘Trial By Fire’

          October 31, 2024

          To mark Halloween, The Horrors today release ‘Trial By Fire’, the second track to be taken from their recently announced sixth studio album ‘Night Life’, out March 21st via Fiction Records. The band will play […]

          Scissor Sisters
          Gigs

          Scissor Sisters Return To Celebrate The 20th Anniversary Of Their No.1 Album ‘Scissor Sisters’

          October 31, 2024

          The long-awaited reunion that fans have been clamouring for is here: Scissor Sisters are back and readying their first live shows in over 12 years. 2024 marks the 20-year anniversary of the band’s debut album […]

  • Interviews
        • M the Myth
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: M the Myth on ‘Pin-Up Boy,’ Social Media Insights & 2025 Plans

          November 1, 2024

          M the Myth is someone not afraid to break boundaries. An artist who identifies as trans-non-binary, both they and their music represent what it means to be unashamedly yourself. Myth’s music serves as a mouthpiece […]

          KiKi Holli
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: KiKi Holli Discusses Her New Single ‘WIN U OVER’

          October 21, 2024

          Los Angeles-based, multi-faceted pop singer-songwriter KiKi Holli recently released her new single, “WIN U OVER,” a contagious Nu Disco track produced by Grammy-nominated Ethan Allen. “WIN U OVER” follows on the heels of Holli’s dance […]

          Hana Giraldo
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Hana Giraldo Talks ‘Reputation’, Artistic Influences & Social Media

          September 20, 2024

          They say talent often runs in the family, for Hana Giraldo, that has undoubtedly proven to be true. As the daughter of iconic musicians Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, Hana has carved her path in […]

  • Podcast
        • Into the Depths: Sister Ghost Discusses the Creation of 'Beyond the Water'
          Podcasts

          Into the Depths: Sister Ghost Discusses the Creation of ‘Beyond the Water’

          October 30, 2024

          In Episode #198 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar interviews Irish artist Sister Ghost about her long-awaited debut album, Beyond The Water. Recorded in Los Angeles in the summer of 2022 with producer […]

          Wendy James
          Podcasts

          Shaping the Past and Future: Wendy James on Her New Album ‘The Shape of History’

          October 23, 2024

          In Episode #197 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar interviews Wendy James about her new album, The Shape Of History. English singer-songwriter Wendy James burst onto the British music scene in 1988 as […]

          Unveiling Ecce Homo: Gavin Friday on Music, Art, and Self-Expression
          Podcasts

          Gavin Friday Unveils the Creative Journey Behind His New Album ‘Ecce Homo’

          October 16, 2024

          In Episode #196 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar interviews Irish renaissance man Gavin Friday about his highly anticipated new solo album Ecce Homo out 25th October. The new album – produced by […]

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THE ALARM announce their 'CHRISTMAS GATHERING 2020' geo-synchronised online global concert
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THE ALARM announce their ‘CHRISTMAS GATHERING 2020’ geo-synchronised online global concert

November 30, 2020 XS Noize

On Saturday, December 19th 2020, Mike Peters and The Alarm will host a unique Christmas Gathering concert, beamed live into homes all around the world. Virtual Tickets for The Alarm’s Christmas Gathering allow exclusive access […]

PRIMUS announce virtual concert 'Alive From Pachyderm Station'
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PRIMUS announce virtual concert ‘Alive From Pachyderm Station’

November 30, 2020 XS Noize

On December 11, Primus will stream the one-of-a-kind virtual concert Alive From Pachyderm Station. Like so many other touring bands, Primus was forced to reschedule their 2020 touring plans; Alive From Pachyderm Station offers fans […]

Nottingham’s DO NOTHING share video for new single 'Glueland' 1
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Nottingham’s DO NOTHING share video for new single ‘Glueland’

November 30, 2020 XS Noize

Nottingham’s Do Nothing have today revealed the Citizen Kane-influenced video for their brand new single ‘Glueland’. Released on their own label Exact Truth earlier in November, the single has already landed on the BBC Radio […]

Scottish artist JACK STARK shares captivating new single 'As Feathers' - Listen!
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Scottish artist JACK STARK shares captivating new single ‘As Feathers’ – Listen!

November 30, 2020 XS Noize

Scottish singer-songwriter Jack Stark releases his captivating new single As Feathers, out now. Jack’s distinctively powerful baritone is at the forefront. It soars effortlessly over intricate guitar twangs and tightly woven harmonies, creating a sound […]

ALANIS MORISSETTE releases video for a cover of ‘Happy Xmas (War Is Over)’
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ALANIS MORISSETTE releases video for a cover of ‘Happy Xmas (War Is Over)’

November 30, 2020 XS Noize

Seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alanis Morissette has released her cover of “War Is Over” along with an accompanying video. “War is Over” is a cover of John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s original song “Happy Xmas […]

INTERVIEW: AARON TURNER on his recent collaboration with PHARAOH OVERLORD 1
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INTERVIEW: AARON TURNER on his recent collaboration with PHARAOH OVERLORD

November 30, 2020 Dan Volohov

Recently released “6” became one of the most unusual records for both Pharaoh Overlord – Finnish electronic duo and Aaron Turner, who’d collaborated with Tomi Leppänen Jussi Lehtisalo as their featured vocalist on the record. […]

LOW ISLAND share video for new single 'In Your Arms' - Watch Now! 2
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LOW ISLAND share video for new single ‘In Your Arms’ – Watch Now!

November 30, 2020 XS Noize

LOW ISLAND have shared a new single ‘In Your Arms’ alongside an arresting animated video directed by Bristol-based animator Patrick Atkins. Reminiscent of the swirling textures found on Radiohead’s A Moon Shaped Pool as well […]

BOOK REVIEW: Music: A Fold-Out Graphic History 2
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: Music: A Fold-Out Graphic History

November 30, 2020 Michael Barron

When James Boyle, Jennifer Jenkins & Keith Aoki wrote their graphic novel “Theft! A History of Music”, they begin in 1400 BC in Mesopotamia (Ancient Greece) where they traced the earliest use of musical notation […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Laura Carbone - Live At Rockpalast
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Laura Carbone – Live At Rockpalast

November 29, 2020 Amanda Stock

Berlin-based artist Laura Carbone has been creating a great deal of buzz in music circles since the release of her debut album Sirens in 2015. Prior to its release, Laura had been the lead singer […]

JANET DEVLIN announces 2021 UK & Ireland ‘Confessional’ tour 1
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JANET DEVLIN announces 2021 UK & Ireland ‘Confessional’ tour

November 28, 2020 XS Noize

Northern Irish singer-songwriter Janet Devlin has announced a September 2021 tour of the UK and Ireland, her first since 2016. Tickets will be available to purchase on Monday, November 30th at 9 am for mailing […]

ANNA STRAKER shares new single ‘Break Up Song’ - Listen Now!
New Music

ANNA STRAKER shares new single ‘Break Up Song’ – Listen Now!

November 28, 2020 XS Noize

This year has seen Anna Straker excel by discovering her true identity as an artist. She has embraced the confidence to say exactly how she feels about a variety of life experiences, channelling those stories […]

KENDRICK LAMAR * TYLER, THE CREATOR * A$AP ROCKY to headline LONGITUDE at Marlay Park summer 2021 2
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KENDRICK LAMAR * TYLER, THE CREATOR * A$AP ROCKY to headline LONGITUDE at Marlay Park summer 2021

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Longitude returns to Marlay Park this summer from Friday, July 2nd to Sunday, July 4th 2021. The first round of acts are as follows. Kendrick Lamar will headline the Friday night of Longitude. Indisputably the […]

TRICKY launches project with mental health charity BRISTOL MIND
New Music

TRICKY launches project with mental health charity BRISTOL MIND

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Tricky has today announced the first step in a new fundraising effort to raise money and awareness surrounding mental health in his hometown of Bristol, by launching for sale a deluxe notebook set from his […]

RYAN MCMULLAN announces Christmas livestream from Ulster Hall, Belfast on Sunday 27th December 1
Gigs

RYAN MCMULLAN announces Christmas livestream from Ulster Hall, Belfast on Sunday 27th December

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Ryan McMullan has announced an exciting livestream event which will take place this Christmas, on Sunday 27th Dec. Broadcast Live from the historic Ulster Hall stage, Ryan will be performing a set of music which […]

YOU ME AT SIX release new single 'SUCKAPUNCH' and announce 2021 album launch shows
Gigs

YOU ME AT SIX release new single ‘SUCKAPUNCH’ and announce 2021 album launch shows

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

You Me At Six have shared their new single and music video, ‘SUCKAPUNCH’, the title track from their highly anticipated forthcoming new album, due January 15th via Underdog Records / AWAL. The band have also […]

LIVE REVIEW: Liam Gallagher Rocks Belfast's SSE Arena 1
New Music

LIAM GALLAGHER shares new single ‘All You’re Dreaming Of’ – Listen Now!

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Today Liam Gallagher shares his new festive single ‘All You’re Dreaming Of’. Liam co-wrote the song with Simon Aldred of Cherry Ghost with Andrew Wyatt producing. This is a timeless track and perfect for this […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Tijuana Bibles - Stateless 1
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Tijuana Bibles – Stateless

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Post-punk hypnotists Tijuana Bibles have made a surprise return with new single ‘Stateless’ accompanied by a scathing live-action animated video. To celebrate, the Coatbridge rock titans have announced a live stream taking place on Friday […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Brooks Hudgins - Lost In Conversation
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TRACK PREMIERE: Brooks Hudgins – Lost In Conversation

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Today Brooklyn-based multi-instrumentalist Brooks Hudgins shares “Lost In Conversation,” exclusively with XS Noize off of his debut album Drive Thru Communion, due out December 11th. A slower, more delicate track, “Lost In Conversation” showcases Brooks’ […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Smashing Pumpkins - CYR
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Smashing Pumpkins – CYR

November 27, 2020 Michael Barron

CYR is The Smashing Pumpkins eleventh album and part two to 2018’s Shiny and Oh So Bright, Vol. 1 / LP: No Past. No Future. No Sun. Whilst releasing subsequent parts/chapters to LP’s is nothing […]

WATCH Interview with Paul Draper on MANSUN'S 'Closed for Business' Box Set & upcoming solo album 'Cult Leader Tactics'
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WATCH Interview with Paul Draper on MANSUN’S ‘Closed for Business’ Box Set & upcoming solo album ‘Cult Leader Tactics’

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

To mark the 25th anniversary of the band, Mansun has announced details of a comprehensive 25 disc deluxe box set which collects together everything they ever recorded. Paul Draper sit’s down with XS Noize Editor-in-Chief […]

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