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          The Proclaimers Share New Single ‘You May Offend’ From Forthcoming Album

          June 26, 2026

          The Proclaimers have shared “You May Offend,” the title track from their forthcoming new album, out September 11 via Cooking Vinyl. The album is Craig and Charlie Reid’s first since 2022’s Dentures Out and marks […]

          Kasabian
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          Kasabian Share New Single ‘SUPERPOWERS’ From Forthcoming Album ‘Act III’

          June 26, 2026

          Kasabian have shared their new single “SUPERPOWERS,” the third track to be taken from their forthcoming ninth studio album, Act III, out September 4. The new single follows the announcement of Act III and the […]

          Enter Shikari
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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 […]

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          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
          Album Reviews

          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
          Live Reviews

          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
          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
          Gigs

          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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        • Chimers
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Chimers’ Padraic Skehan on Lockdown Origins, Wollongong & Playing Loud

          June 26, 2026

          Based in the vibrant coastal hub of Wollongong, Australia, Chimers have rapidly evolved from a lockdown project into one of the most vital post-punk forces in the Southern Hemisphere. Formed in 2020 by life partners […]

          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 […]

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        • ROSA WALTON
          Podcast

          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
          Podcast

          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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Interviews

INTERVIEW: Catrin Vincent of London four-piece, Another Sky

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

London four-piece Another Sky has captivated media and fans alike with their debut EP ‘Forget Yourself’ and recent singles ‘Avalanche and ‘Apple Tree’,’ featuring unbridled cinematic sonics, anchored by political poignancy and lead singer Catrin […]

SHE DREW THE GUN release new single, 'Paradise' - Listen Now
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SHE DREW THE GUN release new single, ‘Paradise’ – Listen Now

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

‘Paradise’ is the new single from She Drew The Gun, available digitally now and impacting at radio on 26th April. ‘Paradise’ is the third single to be taken from the acclaimed Wirral band’s sophomore album […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOLINA - 'Venus' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOLINA – ‘Venus’ – Listen Now

February 26, 2019 Amanda Stock

Copenhagen-based synth-pop artist Rebecca Maria Molina, better known as Molina returns with an enthralling new single “Venus” released through Copenhagen label Tambourhinoceros (Palace Winter, Pardans, The Entrepreneurs). “Venus” follows previous 2018 single releases (“Hey Kids” […]

CHARLOTTE GAINSBOURG today releases her new single 'Bombs Away' - Listen Now
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CHARLOTTE GAINSBOURG today releases her new single ‘Bombs Away’ – Listen Now

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

Charlotte Gainsbourg through Because Music has today released her new single ‘Bombs Away’. Written by Gainsbourg and Sebastian, the song is taken from her recent ‘Take 2’ EP. Gainsbourg, who played a sold-out show at […]

PALACE to release new album, ‘Life After’ on July 12th - Listen to new track ‘Martyr’ 1
Gigs

PALACE to release new album, ‘Life After’ on July 12th – Listen to new track ‘Martyr’

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

As their sold-out UK tour draws to a close tonight with a hometown show at London’s Village Underground, Palace today announce their sublime sophomore album ‘Life After’ alongside a UK tour including their biggest live […]

SHED SEVEN Announce 2019 UK tour with special guests THE TWANG
Gigs

SHED SEVEN Announce 2019 UK tour with special guests THE TWANG

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

Shed Seven have announced their biggest ever UK tour to date for November and December 2019 including a home county show at Leeds First Direct Arena – their first ever headline arena show! The York […]

CAGE THE ELEPHANT Announce Three UK Club Shows in Support of New Album 'Social Cues' Out April 19th
Gigs

CAGE THE ELEPHANT Announce Three UK Club Shows in Support of New Album ‘Social Cues’ Out April 19th

February 25, 2019 XS Noize

Having just announced details of their hugely anticipated new album‘Social Cues’ (April 19th, Columbia Records), Cage The Elephant have confirmed they will play a short run of UK club shows this June. These dates will […]

American Country Music Singer-Songwriter KIP MOORE Confirms Belfast Ulster Hall Show on 5th September
Gigs

American Country Music Singer-Songwriter KIP MOORE Confirms Belfast Ulster Hall Show on 5th September

February 25, 2019 XS Noize

American Country Music Singer-Songwriter KIP MOORE has confirmed he will play Belfast for the very first time with a Show at the Ulster Hall on 5 September. Tickets go on sale Friday 1 March at […]

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

PALE WAVES have announced a UK headline tour for September this year

February 25, 2019 XS Noize

PALE WAVES have announced a UK headline tour for September this year. The run of shows comes in the wake of their critically acclaimed debut album MY MIND MAKES NOISES, which was released in September […]

ASLAN announce headline show at the Nerve Centre, Derry on Saturday 18th May
Gigs

ASLAN announce headline show at the Nerve Centre, Derry on Saturday 18th May

February 25, 2019 XS Noize

ASLAN’S Album GOODBYE CHARLIE MOONHEAD was released 25 years ago back in 1994. The band are touring the album throughout 2019 and are delighted to announce that in association with Aiken Promotions, ASLAN will be […]

ALBUM REVIEW: American Football – LP3
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: American Football – LP3

February 25, 2019 Fionn Crossan

In 2016, American Football released their second self-titled album, or ‘LP2’ after a 17-year gap between their now iconic debut. The story of the band’s initial existence and swift break-up as the first record was […]

ARIANA GRANDE Announces 3ARENA DUBLIN show, 22 September 2019
Gigs

ARIANA GRANDE Announces a third and final show 3ARENA, Dublin

February 25, 2019 XS Noize

DUE TO PHENOMENAL DEMAND, ARIANA GRANDE HAS ANNOUNCED A THIRD AND FINAL SHOW AT 3ARENA, DUBLIN ON THE EUROPEAN LEG OF THE SWEETENER WORLD TOUR Produced by Live Nation, The Sweetener World Tour kicks off […]

Peter Doherty & The Puta Madres release their eponymously titled debut album on Friday 26th April
Gigs

PETER DOHERTY Announces Belfast Show at The Limelight 1, Friday May 3rd

February 25, 2019 XS Noize

Peter Doherty & The Puta Madres release their eponymously titled debut album on Friday 26th April through Strap Originals/Cargo Records. Today they announce a headline show at Limelight 1, Belfast Friday, May 3rd 2019. Tickets […]

THE PROCLAIMERS return to Ireland with three shows live in Cork, Dublin and Belfast this September
Gigs

THE PROCLAIMERS return to Ireland with three shows live in Cork, Dublin and Belfast this September

February 25, 2019 XS Noize

Following their sold-out shows at Vicar Street and Ulster Hall last year, The Proclaimers make their highly anticipated return to Ireland with three shows live in Cork, Dublin and Belfast this September. It has been […]

AIRBOURNE Announce Headline Belfast Show at The Limelight 1, Tuesday 6th August
Gigs

AIRBOURNE Announce Headline Belfast Show at The Limelight 1, Tuesday 6th August

February 25, 2019 XS Noize

Australian rock band Airbourne is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Tuesday 06th August 2019. Airbourne is the walking, talking, living, breathing, screaming, spitting, fist-pumping embodiment of all that […]

INTERVIEW: JEEP from rising Coventry five-piece 'FEET' discusses UK and Irish headline tour
Interviews

INTERVIEW: JEEP from rising Coventry five-piece ‘FEET’ discusses UK and Irish headline tour

February 24, 2019 XS Noize

Following the recent release of their new single ‘English Weather’, FEET will embark on their first UK and Irish headline line tour later this month, taking their hugely entertaining live show on the road for […]

THESE NEW PURITANS reveal details of fourth studio album, 'Inside the Rose' - Watch Video
Gigs

THESE NEW PURITANS reveal details of fourth studio album, ‘Inside the Rose’ – Watch Video

February 24, 2019 XS Noize

THESE NEW PURITANS have revealed details of their fourth studio album, INSIDE THE ROSE, set for release on 22 March 2019. Brutal and beautiful, INSIDE THE ROSE arrives six years after the critically acclaimed FIELD […]

LIVE REVIEW: Fairport Convention - Union Chapel, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Fairport Convention – Union Chapel, London

February 24, 2019 Michael Barron

Fairport Convention have had much disruption and turbulence since they began in 1967. Despite only having released one single (which didn’t even make the top 20) and only one top 10 album; Fairport Convention have […]

SHE DREW THE GUN announce 2019 headline tour
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: She Drew The Gun – Mono Bar, Glasgow

February 23, 2019 Fionn Crossan

Liverpudlian outfit She Drew The Gun brought their unique punk-influenced psych-pop to Mono Bar in Glasgow, the third date on their completely sold out UK tour in support of their masterfully assertive second album, ‘Revolution […]

Liverpool's WIDE EYED BOY unveil new single ‘See The Light’ - Listen Now
Gigs

Liverpool’s WIDE EYED BOY unveil new single ‘See The Light’ – Listen Now

February 23, 2019 XS Noize

One part German, one part Australian and two parts British, but formed and based in Liverpool, Wide Eyed Boy formed at Paul McCartney’s Liverpool Institue For Performing Arts [LIPA]. 2018 was spent grabbing international attention, […]

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