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        • 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, […]

          Inspiral Carpets
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          INSPIRAL CARPETS Return With First New Single In 12 Years, ‘Drag The Bag’

          May 20, 2026

          Inspiral Carpets have revealed ‘Drag The Bag’, their first single in 12 years, out May 20th via Scruff of the Neck Records. The track is inspired by the grind of life and the universal idea […]

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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
          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: 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 […]

  • Gigs
        • 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 […]

  • Interviews
        • Col Gerrard
          Interviews

          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
          Podcast

          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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Month: July 2018

ANNA CALVI Shares Title Track From Third Studio Album 'Hunter' - Watch Video
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ANNA CALVI Shares Title Track From Third Studio Album ‘Hunter’ – Watch Video

July 31, 2018 XS Noize

Today, Anna Calvi shares the title track from her much anticipated third studio album, Hunter, due for release on August 31st, 2018 via Domino. “Hunter ” sees Calvi celebrating the transcendent aspects of pleasure and […]

MULL HISTORICAL SOCIETY Reveal Video from Forthcoming Album ‘Wakelines’ - Watch Now
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MULL HISTORICAL SOCIETY Reveal Video from Forthcoming Album ‘Wakelines’ – Watch Now

July 31, 2018 XS Noize

‘Wakelines’ is the new album from the Mull Historical Society and is released on 21st September 2018 on Xtra Mile Recordings. Produced by the Mercury Award-winning songwriter and Brit Award-winning Producer Bernard Butler, this is […]

PLAYLIST: The Best Of July 2018
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PLAYLIST: The Best Of July 2018

July 31, 2018 Ben P Scott

Welcome to the July 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 […]

INTERPOL Share New Single ‘NUMBER 10’ - Listen Now
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INTERPOL Share New Single ‘NUMBER 10’ – Listen Now

July 30, 2018 XS Noize

Following the release of acclaimed single ‘ The Rover ’, Interpol returns with another song off of Marauder (out August 24 on Matador Records), the unpolished and gritty ‘ Number 10 ’. One of the […]

SPIRITUALIZED Unveil “Here It Comes (The Road) Let’s Go” Second Single from And Nothing Hurt 2
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SPIRITUALIZED Unveil “Here It Comes (The Road) Let’s Go” Second Single from And Nothing Hurt

July 30, 2018 XS Noize

Spiritualized has released the track Here It Comes (The Road) Let’s Go. The new song available NOW follows the double A-side A Perfect Miracle/I’m Your Man as the second single from the long-awaited new album […]

SHOTTY HORROH: Releases New Track 'Dirty Old Town' - Watch Video 1
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SHOTTY HORROH: Releases New Track ‘Dirty Old Town’ – Watch Video

July 30, 2018 XS Noize

Like the fire-breathing love child of Liam Gallagher, Alex Turner and Sid Vicious combined, Shotty Horroh releases his second single “Dirty Old Town”. “Dirty Old Town is about home, and what it’s like growing up […]

MANIC STREET PREACHERS share new single 'People Give In' - Watch Video
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MANIC STREET PREACHERS share new single ‘People Give In’ – Watch Video

July 30, 2018 XS Noize

Manic Street Preachers round off the summer and one of their busiest years to date with a new single and some very special shows. ‘People Give In’ is the opening track of their latest album […]

IN FOCUS// The Gaslight Anthem + Dave Hause, Vicar Street, Dublin, 23/07/18 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Gaslight Anthem + Dave Hause, Vicar Street, Dublin, 23/07/18

July 28, 2018 Clair McAllister

The Gaslight Anthem + Dave Hause played Vicar Street, Dublin, 23/07/18. Clair McAllister was on hand to take these amazing images. Check out more images from Clair McAllister on Twitter and Instagram. The Gaslight Anthem Setlist […]

Classic Album Revisited: Neil Finn - 'Try Whistling This'
Classic Albums

Classic Album Revisited: Neil Finn – ‘Try Whistling This’

July 28, 2018 Lori Gava

In 1996 after more than a decade of magnificent music making the members of Crowded House surprisingly decided to shutter their endeavour. There were a number of reasons some evident at the time and others […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Black Delta Movement - 'Preservation'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Black Delta Movement – ‘Preservation’

July 27, 2018 Michael Barron

Following their successful gig at Strongroom Bar, Shoreditch, London back in June, Black Delta Movement has finally confirmed details about their long-awaited debut album, Preservation. Matt Burr, one of the Kingston-Upon-Hull five-piece primary songwriters and […]

THE BETA BAND - Announce 20th Anniversary re-release of 'The Three EPs' 1
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THE BETA BAND – Announce 20th Anniversary re-release of ‘The Three EPs’

July 27, 2018 XS Noize

To mark the 20th anniversary of its release, The Beta Band have announced details of the re-release of their classic debut compilation, The Three EPs, on Friday, September 14th 2018 on Because Music. Fully re-mastered […]

THE JJOHNS unveil their debut single release “Sewn" - Listen Now
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THE JJOHNS unveil their debut single release “Sewn” – Listen Now

July 27, 2018 XS Noize

Fresh Liverpool four-piece – THE JJOHNS – are delighted to unveil their debut single release for the Modern Sky UK label: “Sewn”. Inspired by a Fleetwood Mac listening binge while the band were out on […]

U2 announce the vinyl reissue of The Best of 1990-2000
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U2 announce the vinyl reissue of The Best of 1990-2000

July 27, 2018 XS Noize

Island Records, Interscope and UMC today announce the vinyl reissue of The Best of 1990-2000 from U2, remastered and pressed on 180gsm double LP black vinyl and available on 28th September. The release will follow […]

LIVE REVIEW: Black Rebel Motorcycle Club - Kentish Town Forum, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Black Rebel Motorcycle Club – Kentish Town Forum, London

July 27, 2018 Michael Barron

2018 was always going to be the year where hopes of a triumphant return of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club (BRMC) would materialize after all 2018 is the bands twentieth anniversary and the tenth year since […]

WOLF ALICE - Play BELFAST'S ULSTER HALL in support of 2nd album 'Visions Of A Life'
New Music

WOLF ALICE have been shortlisted for the Mercury Prize Album Of The Year

July 27, 2018 XS Noize

Wolf Alice have been shortlisted for the Mercury Prize Album Of The Year for the second time, for their acclaimed second album Visions Of A Life. After debuting at number two in the UK charts, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Vryll Society – Course of the Satellite
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Vryll Society – Course of the Satellite

July 27, 2018 Sandra Blemster

Liverpool’s The Vryll Society have played the long game. In 2015 they released their debut single Deep Blue Skies on the Deltasonic label (run by the late Alan Wills who discovered the Coral). They have […]

GABRIELLE shares new video ahead of comeback album & UK dates - Watch Now
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GABRIELLE shares new video ahead of comeback album & UK dates – Watch Now

July 26, 2018 XS Noize

Fresh from announcing a headline UK tour and scoring an A-List Radio 2 comeback single, Gabrielle has today shared the new video for single ‘Shine’, taken from her eagerly anticipated album ‘Under My Skin’. The […]

THE BLINDERS - Unveil 'Brave New World' + Album: 'Columbia' out 21st Sept
Gigs

THE BLINDERS – Unveil ‘Brave New World’ + Album: ‘Columbia’ out 21st Sept

July 26, 2018 XS Noize

‘Brave New World’ is the new single from The Blinders, available today on Modern Sky UK. The track is taken from the Manchester-based trio’s debut album ‘Columbia’, which will be released September 21st and is […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Brandon Prinzing & the Old Revival - 'Nerve'
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TRACK PREMIERE: Brandon Prinzing & the Old Revival – ‘Nerve’

July 26, 2018 XS Noize

Brandon Prinzing & the Old Revival is a four-piece folk punk group from Bend, Oregon. Inspired by classic Americana, the intricacies of metal and the defiant energy of punk rock, Brandon Prinzing combines all three […]

INTERVIEW: Kyle Falconer (The View) on his debut solo album 'No Thank You' 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Kyle Falconer (The View) on his debut solo album ‘No Thank You’

July 26, 2018 XS Noize

After five hit albums, a Mercury Prize nomination and countless sold-out shows with The View, the band’s frontman Kyle Falconer will release his debut album ‘No Thank You’ on July 27th on Riverman Records. Mark Millar […]

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