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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 
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          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
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          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 […]

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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
          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
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          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
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          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 […]

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        • 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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Month: June 2021

Snap Galleries collaborate with “the UK's most important music photographer” Roger Sargent for new Libertines exhibition 3
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Snap Galleries collaborate with “the UK’s most important music photographer” Roger Sargent for new Libertines exhibition

June 30, 2021 XS Noize

Snap Galleries, specialists in contemporary pop culture, are delighted to mark the start of their collaboration with Roger Sargent with an exhibition of images from his Libertines archives. Roger Sargent has been described by The […]

THE CORAL share video for 'Change Your Mind' - Watch Now!
New Music

THE CORAL share video for ‘Change Your Mind’ – Watch Now!

June 30, 2021 XS Noize

Summer has arrived on Coral Island and nobody is basking in the optimistic dawn of longer days and wilder nights than the resort’s tour guides, The Coral. Having attained their second-highest ever UK Album Chart […]

THE HELICOPTER OF THE HOLY GHOST release video for second single 'I Will Never Hurt' 1
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THE HELICOPTER OF THE HOLY GHOST release video for second single ‘I Will Never Hurt’

June 30, 2021 XS Noize

The Helicopter of The Holy Ghost (featuring the melodious vocal skills of The Bluetones’ Mark Morriss) release their second single “I Will Never Hurt” on Friday 18th June. This follows the same gentle path as […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ohio indie-rocker FAYE returns with new single 'As I Am' - Watch Video!
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Ohio indie-rocker FAYE returns with new single ‘As I Am’ – Watch Video!

June 30, 2021 XS Noize

Ohio Indie-Rocker FAYE is back with her new single ‘As I Am’. The follow up to the indie anthem ‘Pink Dress’, ‘As I Am’ gives an insight into the rockier side of FAYE’s repertoire, offering […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Lola Wild - Second Hand Love
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Lola Wild – Second Hand Love

June 30, 2021 XS Noize

Following the release of their two previous singles, ‘Sand’ and ‘Mirabella,’ London-based indie duo Lola Wild released their ‘Strange Shapes’ EP and its third single, ‘Second Hand Love’ on June 30th. ‘Second Hand Love’ also […]

Iconic 90s band BLACK BOX rework their 1990 classic hit ‘I Don’t Know Anybody Else’ celebrating 31 year anniversary
New Music

Iconic 90s band BLACK BOX rework their 1990 classic hit ‘I Don’t Know Anybody Else’ celebrating 31 year anniversary

June 29, 2021 XS Noize

The original ‘I Don’t Know Anybody Else’ by Black Box, was released in the UK in 1990, now 31 years later they celebrate by revisiting the Italo Disco classic with a special and more grown-up […]

SAM AND THE SEA release double A side single - ‘Little Lies / Thinking Slow
New Music

SAM AND THE SEA release double A side single – ‘Little Lies / Thinking Slow

June 28, 2021 XS Noize

Sam and the Sea are a New York-based singer, songwriter, record producer, and visual artist. The childhood love-at-first-sight affair with the guitar was only the beginning of their polymath musical education, which eventually extended to […]

BOBBY GILLESPIE & JEHNNY BETH announce live shows for November
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BOBBY GILLESPIE & JEHNNY BETH announce live shows for November

June 28, 2021 XS Noize

Bobby Gillespie and Jehnny Beth are the dream collaboration that no one saw coming. But whether you’re a fan of Primal Scream, Savages or simply music coloured by drama and fervent emotion, their singles ‘Chase […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Christian O’Connor – Castles Fall
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Christian O’Connor – Castles Fall

June 28, 2021 Randall Radic

Philadelphia-based hard blues rocker Christian O’Connor unveils the music video for “Castles Fall,” a track from his upcoming third album. “Castles Fall” follows on the heels of “Wherever the Hammer Falls,” the first single released […]

THE VACCINES announce new album 'Back In Love City' & share title track 1
New Music

THE VACCINES announce new album ‘Back In Love City’ & share title track

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

The Vaccines will release their new album, Back In Love City, on September 10. Recorded at Sonic Ranch, El Paso, TX, with producer Daniel Ledinsky (Tove Lo, Zara Larson, TV on the Radio, Rihanna), Back […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Mavis Staples - You Are Not Alone
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Mavis Staples – You Are Not Alone

June 25, 2021 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll be posting my most loved records and most recent purchases right here for your perusal every week. Ninth solo studio album from the legendary […]

DAVE KEUNING shares the video for 'From Stardust' from his new LP 'A Mild Case of Everything'
New Music

DAVE KEUNING shares the video for ‘From Stardust’ from his new LP ‘A Mild Case of Everything’

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

The Killers’ founding member and guitarist, Dave Keuning is releasing his new solo album, A Mild Case of Everything today and shares the latest video for album opener, “From Startdust”, saying, “I’m really proud of […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: ET Boys – Sober
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: ET Boys – Sober

June 25, 2021 Randall Radic

Here come the ET Boys, straight out of Miami, unveiling their first single/music video, “Sober,” via Wake Up! Music, the label operated by Pepper Gomez. Made up of siblings Tacboy and Sharkeyes, the ET Boys […]

MAYA YENN releases self-directed and unsettling music video for 'tiptoe' - Watch Now! 2
New Music

MAYA YENN releases self-directed and unsettling music video for ‘tiptoe’ – Watch Now!

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

After dropping her self-produced debut single, Maya Yenn has followed up with a self-directed and appropriately unsettling music video for tiptoe. Yenn’s debut single, which was first created as a “spooky beat” went semi-viral on […]

S Club 7 star JO O'MEARA announces new solo album ‘With love’ - Hear first single ‘On The Surface’ 1
New Music

S Club 7 star JO O’MEARA announces new solo album ‘With love’ – Hear first single ‘On The Surface’

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

Jo O’Meara enjoyed phenomenal success with S Club 7 as the group landed four UK #1 hits, won two BRIT Awards and repeatedly packed arenas all over the UK. Now one of British pop’s most […]

JC STEWART shares video for new single 'Loud' - Watch Now!
Gigs

JC STEWART shares video for new single ‘Loud’ – Watch Now!

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

JC Stewart started 2021 in style when he was named as MTV’s first global Push artist of the year. The single ‘Break My Heart’ continue to fire his momentum skywards. Co-written with Niall Horan and […]

THE LATHUMS share their latest single - 'How Beautiful Life Can Be'
Gigs

THE LATHUMS share their latest single – ‘How Beautiful Life Can Be’

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

Life’s simple pleasures and long, summer days of youth radiate their warmth over The Lathums’ latest single, How Beautiful Life Can Be, released on Island Records. Blowing in on an optimistic breeze, the track finds […]

THE WANDERING HEARTS share new single 'On Our Way' - Listen Now!
Gigs

THE WANDERING HEARTS share new single ‘On Our Way’ – Listen Now!

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

The Wandering Hearts’ recent singles such as ‘Dreams’, ‘Dolores’ and ‘Gold’ have seen the trio share an inspiring ray of optimism at the most challenging of times. It’s a trait that shines brightly throughout their […]

SHAUN RYDER releases 'Mumbo Jumbo' from his new solo album ‘Visits From Future Technology’
New Music

SHAUN RYDER releases ‘Mumbo Jumbo’ from his new solo album ‘Visits From Future Technology’

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

Shaun Ryder has announced a new solo album ‘Visits From Future Technology’ for August 20th release on his new SWRX Recordings label. The albums first single ‘Mumbo Jumbo’ is out today. Who would have that […]

JOSHUA BURNSIDE and LAURA QUIRKE release second single 'Far Away The Hills Are Green'
New Music

JOSHUA BURNSIDE and LAURA QUIRKE release second single ‘Far Away The Hills Are Green’

June 25, 2021 XS Noize

Moving on from the rain-swept tension of ‘Taking The Wheel’ comes the latest single from Joshua Burnside and Laura Quirke. With their roadside drama abandoned, Quirke and Burnside move into the drowsy miasma of the […]

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