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        • The Script
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          THE SCRIPT announce new album ‘The User’s Guide To Being Human’ and huge UK & European arena headline tour

          May 22, 2026

          The Script’s phenomenal and long-lasting success has seen them achieve six UK #1 albums and eight back home in Ireland, in the process exceeding 14 billion streams, 5 million album sales, and countless international Platinum […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
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          Dexys Midnight Runners announce new album ‘LOVE’ following Heavenly Recordings signing

          May 21, 2026

          Having recently announced their signing to Heavenly Recordings, Dexys Midnight Runners have today announced details of their new album, LOVE, out on Friday 4th September 2026. LOVE is a deeply personal and emotionally rich album […]

          The Coral
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          The Coral Surprise-Release Thirteenth Album ‘388’ and Share Video for “Let The Music Play”

          May 21, 2026

          Two weeks after being released under the cover of a physical format only distribution, quietly stocked on independent record shop shelves, The Coral officially release their thirteenth studio album with a video for new single, […]

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          The Coral
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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Coral – 388

          May 21, 2026

          The Coral have always thrived on instinct, but even by their standards, 388 feels like a beautifully unexpected detour. Arriving without teaser singles or algorithm-chasing fanfare, the Hoylake psych-pop veterans have delivered one of the […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien - Blue Morpho
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien – Blue Morpho

          May 20, 2026

          There has been a flurry of solo activity from the members of Radiohead in the ten years since A Moon Shaped Pool was released. In that same decade, the world has faced its share of […]

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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 […]

        • 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: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance

          May 14, 2026

          Kiefer Sutherland may be known across the world as an actor and producer, but on stage at Union Chapel, that part of his life felt almost beside the point. With his fourth album, Grey, due […]

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

        • 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: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer) Credit: Marc Leach
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer)

          April 5, 2026

          As Storm Dave closed in on Northern Ireland, another storm was already gathering. Inside Limelight 2, Belfast, local metal titans Survivalist unleashed thunder of their own — a fitting backdrop for the release of their […]

          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 […]

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        • December 10
          Gigs

          December 10 announce Ulster Hall, Belfast show for July 20th 2026

          April 2, 2026

          Britain’s brand-new boyband December 10 today announce December 10: The Next Step– kicking off in Edinburgh on Friday 10 July and wrapping in Dublin on Tuesday 21 July. “We loved our Introducing! run of shows […]

          White Denim
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          White Denim set for Belfast return with Limelight 2 headline show on August 27th 2026

          March 30, 2026

          Formed in 2006, for approaching 20 years White Denim has been celebrated for their fearless blend of garage rock, soul, jazz fusion, psychedelia, and experimental improvisation. Based for much of that time in Austin, though […]

          Tom Jones
          Gigs

          Tom Jones to Play Dublin & Belfast Headline Shows This August 2026

          March 30, 2026

          Legendary Welsh singer and performer Tom Jones has announced a return to Ireland with a headline show within the idyllic grounds of Palmerstown House Estate, just 20 minutes from Dublin City Centre on Sunday 09th […]

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        • Col Gerrard
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          INTERVIEW: Col Gerrard on his self-titled debut, touring with Boyzlife and what comes next

          April 20, 2026

          London-born singer-songwriter Col Gerrard has loved music from an early age, and that passion shines throughout his self-titled debut album. Drawing on a range of influences, the record takes listeners on an emotional journey, with […]

          Ganser
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          INTERVIEW: Alicia Gaines on the Architecture of Ganser and Discomfort by Design

          April 12, 2026

          Chicago’s underground has always thrived in the margins, and few bands embody that restless, art-driven spirit quite like Ganser. Formed in the city’s DIY circuit, the group have carved out a reputation for wiry, confrontational […]

          Elles Bailey
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          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. […]

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        • Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
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          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285

          May 19, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by BRIT and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. Nerina joins Mark for a warm, honest and reflective conversation about her new career-spanning […]

          Broken Social Scene on 'Remember The Humans,' grief and why music still saves people | XS Noize Podcast #284
          Podcast

          Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us

          May 12, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin of Broken Social Scene. Kevin and Charles join Mark for a warm, reflective and deeply human […]

          da Googie
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          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

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PREMIERE: J. Müller - ‘I Surrender i’ (Wolfgang Gray remix) - Listen Now
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PREMIERE: J. Müller – ‘I Surrender i’ (Wolfgang Gray remix) – Listen Now

March 6, 2018 XS Noize

Check out our exclusive premiere of J. Müller’s – ‘I Surrender i’, Wolfgang Gray remix. Formerly the lead singer of ‘80s inspired funk/pop band Black Forest Ghetto, J.Muller’s first solo single written and produced by herself. The […]

THE LIMINANAS Unveil Video for "Dimanche" feat. Bertrand Belin & Emmanuelle Seigner
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THE LIMINANAS Unveil Video for “Dimanche” feat. Bertrand Belin & Emmanuelle Seigner

March 6, 2018 XS Noize

The Limiñanas have unveiled a new video for “Dimanche,” taken from their recently released new album. The video features French chanteur Bertrand Belin, who also provides vocals on the song, and actress Emmanuelle Seigner, who […]

DEERHUNTER return with new line-up & new songs for NY May shows
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DEERHUNTER return with new line-up & new songs for NY May shows

March 6, 2018 XS Noize

Deerhunter have announced they will play two intimate New York-area shows before departing on a European tour in May. The band will be debuting both new songs and a new line-up. Tickets go on sale […]

REEF Announce first studio album in 18 years
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REEF Announce first studio album in 18 years

March 6, 2018 XS Noize

Reef have announced details of their new studio album ‘Revelation’, to be released May 4th on CD, LP, download & stream. The album is the revitalized west-country quartet’s first studio album since 2000’s ‘Getaway’, their […]

THE BLACK ANGELS share video for new single "Half Believing" - Watch Now!
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THE BLACK ANGELS share video for new single “Half Believing” – Watch Now!

March 6, 2018 XS Noize

Austin psych-rock godfathers The Black Angels have shared a music video for “Half Believing,” lead track off their latest record ‘Death Song’ out now on Partisan Records. Watch the S&M-themed nightmare (featuring punch-drunk ghost clowns) […]

GANG OF FOUR Announce New EP: ‘COMPLICIT’ out 20th April  - Listen to New Single "LUCKY"
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GANG OF FOUR Announce New EP: ‘COMPLICIT’ out 20th April – Listen to New Single “LUCKY”

March 6, 2018 XS Noize

GANG OF FOUR will release a new EP, COMPLICIT on April 20, 2018. Their first new material in three years, the release bookends a period since 2015’s critically acclaimed album What Happens Next, during which […]

LITTLE DRAGON Reveal New Single 'Best Friends' - Listen Now!
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LITTLE DRAGON Reveal New Single ‘Best Friends’ – Listen Now!

March 5, 2018 XS Noize

Today sees Gothenburg natives Little Dragon release brand new song ‘Best Friends’. Taken from the same recording sessions as the recent new track ‘Sway Daisy’, ‘Best Friends’ is another slice of infectious electro-pop and picked […]

MUFFIN to release self-titled debut EP - Listen to Track
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MUFFIN to release self-titled debut EP – Listen to Track

March 5, 2018 XS Noize

MUFFIN is the answer to the question, ‘what happens if you put Grunge, Punk, Indie and Rock in one big pot and mix it all together?’ It’s explosive, energetic, heavy music that you can dance […]

WOLF ALICE - Play BELFAST'S ULSTER HALL in support of 2nd album 'Visions Of A Life'
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WOLF ALICE have released a video for ‘Sadboy’ – Watch Now!

March 5, 2018 XS Noize

Wolf Alice have released a video for ‘Sadboy’, a track taken from their latest album Visions Of A Life. In the video, singer Ellie Rowsell delivers a strong performance in which we follow her journey […]

ALBUM REVIEW: MGMT - Little Dark Age
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: MGMT – Little Dark Age

March 5, 2018 Lori Gava

Psychedelic pop purveyors MGMT have ridden a rollercoaster of sorts, from the peaks of snagging Grammy nominations and trophies to the lows of the sophomore jinx and a popularity slump that followed. Many including the […]

EMBRACE - Announce their brand new album LOVE IS A BASIC NEED - Listen to track
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INTERVIEW: Richard McNamara (Embrace) discusses new album ‘Love is a Basic Need’

March 4, 2018 XS Noize

20 years into their recording career, Embrace are making an epic and emphatic return with their seventh studio album. With three #1 albums, six Top 10 singles, sold out arena shows and over two million […]

New album from ex John Peel favourite's new project, Liverpudlian duo 'RUINS' - 20th April
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New album from ex John Peel favourite’s new project, Liverpudlian duo ‘RUINS’ – 20th April

March 2, 2018 XS Noize

Existing somewhere between dream and memory, the lyrically enchanting songs of Ruins present a melodic honesty, as joyous and melancholic as the human heart. Recorded in Liverpool’s Crosstown Studios, the duo’s intimate storytelling takes the […]

DANTEVILLES announce new single 'It Might Be Tomorrow' - Listen Now
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DANTEVILLES announce new single ‘It Might Be Tomorrow’ – Listen Now

March 2, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester fourpiece Dantevilles have announced the release of their new single It Might Be Tomorrow released through Heist or Hit on 2 nd March. They have also announced their debut self-titled EP will be released […]

QUEEN + ADAM LAMBERT to play Marlay Park, Dublin this July 1
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QUEEN + ADAM LAMBERT to play Marlay Park, Dublin this July

March 2, 2018 XS Noize

Following a phenomenal 3Arena, Dublin & SSE Arena shows last November, which sold out in minutes, Queen + Adam Lambert has made the surprise announcement that the band will play new European dates, including an […]

PREMIERE: Semiotics Department of Heteronyms - 'Tell Them' 3-track EP - Listen Now
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PREMIERE: Semiotics Department of Heteronyms – ‘Tell Them’ 3-track EP – Listen Now

March 2, 2018 XS Noize

Post-punk duo SDH (Semiotics Department of Heteronyms) are pleased to announce their debut EP ‘Tell Them’ via Italian cult label Avant! Records. This is the new project of two key figures of the synth-wave/industrial scene […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB - Announce New Album 'Build A Tower' + Full UK Tour
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB – Announce New Album ‘Build A Tower’ + Full UK Tour

March 1, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester four piece THE SLOW READERS CLUB have announced their new album, Build A Tower, which will be released on May 4th via Modern Sky. Specialising in a dark and brooding indie electro that has drawn […]

GENGAHR share 'Where Wildness Grows' - Listen Now!
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GENGAHR share ‘Where Wildness Grows’ – Listen Now!

March 1, 2018 XS Noize

Gengahr have unveiled ‘Where Wildness Grows’, the title track from their long awaited and highly anticipated new album released 9th March 2018 on Transgressive Records. Existing within a record that explores complex relationships and celebrates […]

THE KILLS Unveil New Single; “List Of Demands”
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THE KILLS Unveil New Single; “List Of Demands”

March 1, 2018 XS Noize

For their latest attack, the Domino artists The Kills re-wired the circuits of Saul Williams’ “List of Demands (Reparations)” to create a wounded, volcanic, and urgent anthem. An opaque but powerful litany that could incite […]

Bangor's OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL announces JOHN GRANT for summer festival
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Bangor’s OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL announces JOHN GRANT for summer festival

March 1, 2018 XS Noize

“Bangor is an energy.” So said punk legend John Lydon, aka Johnny Rotten, when Open House Festival Bangor signed his band, Public Image Ltd (PIL) to play their first ever gig in Northern Ireland this […]

THE BOXER REBELLION Announce New Album 'Ghost Alive' + UK Tour Dates 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Boxer Rebellion, Islington Assembly Hall, London

March 1, 2018 Michael Barron

Black turtlenecks and black t-shirts were the chosen attire for this alternative rock band; though their attire was not what gave The Boxer Rebellion their own justly earned chapter in the modern history of music. […]

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