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          Enter Shikari Announce Belfast Show At The Telegraph Building

          June 24, 2026

          Enter Shikari will bring their Lose Your Self Tour to The Telegraph Building, Belfast, on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. The St Albans band will be joined on the night by Girlfriend. Tickets go on sale […]

          Duran Duran
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          Duran Duran Announce ‘Free To Love’ Remix Album Featuring Trixie Mattel

          June 23, 2026

          Duran Duran have announced Free To Love: Hot Star Remixes, a new remix collection built around their recent single “Free To Love,” featuring Nile Rodgers. The remix album will be released digitally across streaming platforms […]

          Editors
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          Editors Announce New Album ‘Surface, Echo & Sound’ And Share ‘The Rush’

          June 23, 2026

          Editors have announced their eighth studio album, Surface, Echo & Sound, set for release on October 30, 2026, via Play It Again Sam. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the album’s latest single, “The […]

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          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
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          ALBUM REVIEW: MOMO – Tum Tum Tum

          June 19, 2026

          London-based Brazilian multi-instrumentalist MOMO returns with Tum Tum Tum, an eight-track collection recorded live in South London. Twenty years and eight albums into his career, the record reflects an artist still in motion, refining his […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace - Avalanche
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace – Avalanche

          June 10, 2026

          For three decades, West Yorkshire’s finest have been a steadfast pillar of the British music scene. Celebrating their 30-year milestone in 2026, Embrace return with their highly anticipated ninth studio album, Avalanche. It’s a record […]

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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 […]

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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
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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: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
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          LIVE REVIEW: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival

          June 19, 2026

          It is often said that engineers become inventors because they possess the technical knowledge, discipline and imagination needed to turn ideas into functional realities. Mulatu Astatke’s story makes that connection feel especially apt. Born in […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival

          June 16, 2026

          It has been a significant year for the Southbank Centre, which recently received a £10 million grant as part of its 75th birthday celebrations. Adding to that sense of occasion, Harry Styles was announced as […]

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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: 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
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          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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        • ROSA WALTON
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          Rosa Walton on ‘Tell Me It’s A Dream’, Let’s Eat Grandma and Cyberpunk 2077 | XS Noize Podcast #290

          June 23, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Rosa Walton. Best known as one half of Let’s Eat Grandma alongside Jenny Hollingworth, Rosa joins Mark to discuss her debut […]

          Dea Matrona
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          Dea Matrona on ‘Hate That I Care’ and Creative Independence | XS Noize Podcast #289

          June 16, 2026

          Belfast rock duo Dea Matrona join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss their second album, Hate That I Care — a bold, more personal and self-assured new chapter for Mollie McGinn and […]

          Embrace
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          Danny McNamara on Embrace’s New Album ‘Avalanche’ and Why Life Doesn’t Wait | XS Noize Podcast #288

          June 9, 2026

          Danny McNamara joins the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Embrace’s new album Avalanche, 30 years of the band, fatherhood, songwriting, The Good Will Out and why life doesn’t wait. […]

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PAUL CARRACK Announces New Album 'These Days' + UK tour dates
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PAUL CARRACK Announces New Album ‘These Days’ + UK tour dates

July 26, 2018 XS Noize

Paul Carrack returns with a brand new studio album and is ready to reach new heights with ‘These Days’, released on 7th September on his own record label, Carrack-UK. In addition to the release of […]

IDLES release video for new single "Samaritans" - Watch Now 1
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IDLES release video for new single “Samaritans” – Watch Now

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

This afternoon IDLES have shared new material in a searing takedown of toxic masculinity entitled “Samaritans”. A live favourite for some time, the Theo Watkins directed music video compiles archival clips displaying traditional masculine imagery. […]

DAPHNE GUINNESS unveils the new video for latest single ‘No No No’ - Watch Now
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DAPHNE GUINNESS unveils the new video for latest single ‘No No No’ – Watch Now

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

Daphne Guinness has today released the new video for ‘No No No’, the latest single to be lifted from her new album ‘Daphne & The Golden Chord’, produced by Tony Visconti and available now across […]

ESTRONS announce debut album "You Say I'm Too Much, I Say You're Not Enough"
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ESTRONS announce debut album “You Say I’m Too Much, I Say You’re Not Enough”

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

The hotly-tipped Welsh alt-rock outfit Estrons last night announced their much-anticipated debut album “You Say I’m Too Much, I Say You’re Not Enough” during a session for Annie Mac on Radio 1, which you can […]

OCEAN COLOUR SCENE Announce UK Christmas Shows with very special guests Martha Reeves & The Vandellas
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OCEAN COLOUR SCENE Announce UK Christmas Shows with very special guests Martha Reeves & The Vandellas

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

The Birmingham band’s story is already the stuff of legend: a rip-roaring rockin’ folk odyssey set to a backdrop of over 20 years of UK pop culture at its very best. Ocean Colour Scene has […]

REVIEW: Drunken Masters - 'Places' EP
Album Reviews

REVIEW: Drunken Masters – ‘Places’ EP

July 25, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Channelling a host of influences and inspiration into their newest release this week is Drunken Masters, an act who is going from strength to strength. The bass production outfit brings in external talent for their […]

PALE WAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Elmwood Hall on Friday 5th October
News

PALE WAVES announce debut album ‘My Mind Makes Noises’

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

Pale Waves have announced their highly anticipated debut album. ‘My Mind Makes Noises’ will be released 14 September 2018 through Dirty Hit and will feature the singles ‘There’s A Honey’, ‘Television Romance, ‘Kiss’, and new […]

Indie Pop outfit SAYTR PLAY unveil energetic new single ‘Fragile’ - Listen Now
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Indie Pop outfit SAYTR PLAY unveil energetic new single ‘Fragile’ – Listen Now

July 24, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester Indie Pop outfit Saytr Play has been making waves across the UK for some time. They return next month (August 17th) with an energetic new single ‘Fragile’, produced by Courteeners bassist Joe Cross, and […]

XS NOIZE & PAINTED HALO PRESENT: UNSIGNED #2.1 - BABYTIGER 1
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XS NOIZE & PAINTED HALO PRESENT: UNSIGNED #2.1 – BABYTIGER

July 24, 2018 Ivan Marziano

XS Noize and Painted Halo Records are passionate advocates for new music and are delighted to provide a platform for emerging artists in the form of XS Unsigned, a monthly feature showcasing brand new talent […]

MILES KANE releases his third solo album ‘Coup De Grace’ August 10th
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MILES KANE Releases Video For New Single ‘Cry On My Guitar’ + Announces New Manchester Tour Date

July 24, 2018 XS Noize

Miles Kane today releases the official music video for ‘Cry On My Guitar’, the third track to be taken from his stunning third solo album ‘Coup De Grace’, out August 10th on Virgin EMI. Directed […]

GOMEZ announce 20th anniversary edition of Mercury Music Prize winning debut album 'Bring It On' + UK tour dates 3
Gigs

GOMEZ return to UK after sell-out shows celebrating 20th anniversary edition of Mercury Music Prize winning ‘Bring It On’

July 24, 2018 XS Noize

Due to the huge success of their Spring UK tour, Gomez will be returning this August and September to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of their Mercury Prize-winning record ‘Bring It On’. UMC has also released […]

BLOSSOMS announce a nine date UK tour for December 2018
Gigs

BLOSSOMS announce a nine date UK tour for December 2018

July 24, 2018 XS Noize

Blossoms have announced a nine-date UK tour for December 2018. Calling in Glasgow, Sheffield, Nottingham, Birmingham, Bristol and Southampton, the run of shows also includes two gigs at Manchester’s Victoria Warehouse and a London date […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB - Release 'Supernatural' single - Watch Video
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB – Release ‘Supernatural’ single – Watch Video

July 23, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester four-piece THE SLOW READERS CLUB have released their new single, ‘Supernatural’. The new song premiered with Chris Hawkins at BBC 6Music who said The Slow Readers Club are, “A band on the brink of […]

THE LUCID DREAM return with new album 'Actualisation' out 19th October
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THE LUCID DREAM return with new album ‘Actualisation’ out 19th October

July 23, 2018 XS Noize

Carlisle’s quartet, The Lucid Dream return in October with the release of their fourth album, Actualisation on 19th October. Driven by fans raising £10,000 to help replace all equipment robbed after a Paris show in […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Christopher Haul- 'If You Found Love'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Christopher Haul- ‘If You Found Love’

July 23, 2018 XS Noize

A hard-hitting electro anthem for finding love and holding onto it, laced with sincere sentiments and bubbling with retro synth sounds, ‘If You Found Love’ a co-write by London producer Phil Whitehead and acclaimed singer […]

PASSENGER releases new single 'Heart To Love' - Watch Now
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PASSENGER releases new single ‘Heart To Love’ – Watch Now

July 23, 2018 XS Noize

‘Heart To Love’ is the second single to be lifted from ‘Runway’, and follows the Radio 2 playlisted lead single ‘Hell Or High Water’, which has received over 14 million streams across Spotify, Apple Music […]

DJ D-SOL is confirmed as Goldman Sachs next board chair and chief executive.
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DJ D-SOL is confirmed as Goldman Sachs next board chair and chief executive.

July 23, 2018 Michael Barron

Eat, Sleep, Trade, Repeat. DJ D-SOL is confirmed as Goldman Sachs next board chair and chief executive. This is not fake news or a pre-April fool’s joke, electronic dance DJ and music producer, DJ D-SOL […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Uncomely - 'Fun Times' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Uncomely – ‘Fun Times’ – Watch Now

July 21, 2018 XS Noize

Multi-national, Leeds-based DIY noise-rock collective Uncomely have released the first taste of their new Games People Play EP today. The abrasive, grunge-funk-punk sound of Fun Times is the lead track for the new record (available […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Nic Cester - Sugar Rush
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Nic Cester – Sugar Rush

July 21, 2018 Lori Gava

Melbourne singer/songwriter Nic Cester is probably best known in his role as frontman for the rock band Jet. He along with his brother Chris founded Jet in 1996. Jet would achieve commercial success in both […]

PALE WAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Elmwood Hall on Friday 5th October
Gigs

PALE WAVES Unveil Video for ‘NOISES’ – Watch Now

July 20, 2018 XS Noize

Pale Waves have unveiled the video for ‘Noises’. ‘Noises’ finds the band at their most visually inventive yet and follows the release of their latest single ‘Kiss’ and Pale Waves’ addition to BBC Radio 1’s […]

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