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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
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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 […]

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          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 […]

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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// 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 […]

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        • 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
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          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'
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          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
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          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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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
News

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
Gigs

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
Gigs

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
Gigs

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
Live Reviews

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
News

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
Gigs

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 […]

Van Morrison
Gigs

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
News

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
News

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 […]

Music Bus Tour
News

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 […]

Van Morrison – Moving On Skiffle
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Van Morrison – Moving On Skiffle

March 7, 2023 Niall Donnelly

Van Morrison’s latest album sees him return to his roots in some style, sharing with us a modern, fun-filled and exciting take on what many label as music’s forgotten revolution – skiffle. Made popular in […]

Van Morrison
New Music

VAN MORRISON releases the new single ‘Worried Man Blues’ from his brand new album ‘Moving On Skiffle’

January 24, 2023 XS Noize

Van Morrison’s life-long love of skiffle music dates back to childhood, first hearing Lead Belly and Jelly Roll Morton in Belfast’s record store Atlantic Records, and then forming his first skiffle band while still in […]

pop rock icons
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: Pop Rock Icons by Philippe Margotin

December 15, 2022 Michael Barron

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 […]

Van Morrison
Gigs

VAN MORRISON announces two intimate album launch shows at Whitla Hall, Belfast

October 25, 2022 XS Noize

It should come as no surprise that Van Morrison has made an album inspired by skiffle. Van Morrison’s love of skiffle dates back to his childhood. He would hang out at the famed Belfast record […]

VAN MORRISON to release 43rd studio album ‘What’s It Gonna Take?’ on 13th May 2022
Gigs

VAN MORRISON to release 43rd studio album ‘What’s It Gonna Take?’ on 13th May 2022

April 5, 2022 XS Noize

Van Morrison has announced details of his 43rd studio album. ‘What’s It Gonna Take?’ is released via Exile Productions/Virgin on May 13th 2022. “Pretending” – the first track taken from the album – is out […]

VAN MORRISON announces Custom House Square, Belfast show on Friday 19th August 2022 1
Gigs

VAN MORRISON announces Custom House Square, Belfast show on Friday 19th August 2022

March 28, 2022 XS Noize

Van Morrison is pleased to announce a very special show at Custom House Square on Friday 19th August 2022, joined by very special guests on the night. Born in 1945, Van heard his Shipyard worker […]

VAN MORRISON announces two very special fully seated shows in Belfast’s Limelight 1 on Sunday, March 6th 2022
Gigs

VAN MORRISON announces two very special fully seated shows in Belfast’s Limelight 1 on Sunday, March 6th 2022

February 8, 2022 XS Noize

Van Morrison is pleased to announce two very special fully seated shows in Belfast’s Limelight 1 on Sunday, March 06th 2022. Born in 1945, Van heard his Shipyard worker father’s collection of blues, country and […]

VAN MORRISON to play two intimate gigs at Camden’s PowerHaus on the 26th and 27th of October 2021
Gigs

VAN MORRISON to play two intimate gigs at Camden’s PowerHaus on the 26th and 27th of October 2021

October 8, 2021 XS Noize

Van Morrison will play two intimate gigs at Camden’s PowerHaus on the 26th and 27th of October 2021. He is a figure synonymous with great music, well known for the unforgettable song Brown Eyed Girl, […]

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