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        • The Complete Singles
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          INSPIRAL CARPETS share The Go! Team Remix of ‘This Is How It Feels’

          February 6, 2023

          INSPIRAL CARPETS have shared The Go! Team’s new remix of ‘This Is How It Feels’ ahead of the release of The Complete Singles, an album compiling all of the Manchester band’s 24 singles to date. […]

          The 1975
          Gigs

          THE 1975 announced as ambassadors of Record Store Day UK

          February 6, 2023

          Record Store Day UK is very proud to announce that The 1975 are this year’s official ambassadors. Off the back of their fifth consecutive UK number-one album, a sell-out world tour and three 2023 Brit […]

          Nell Mescal
          Gigs

          NELL MESCAL announces headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Music Centre on March 2nd

          February 6, 2023

          One of Irelands’ most exciting rising talents, Nell Mescal kicks off her year with new single ‘Homesick’, released via LAB Records and by announcing a headline show at Oh Yeah Music Centre on March 2nd […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          The Waeve
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Waeve – The Waeve

          February 2, 2023

          The Waeve sees Blur‘s Graham Coxon team up with Rose Elinor Dougall, of The Pipettes, to release their debut eponymous collection of ten songs that travel through genres. Elements of jazz, punk and rock combine […]

          Fucked Up – One Day
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Fucked Up – One Day

          January 28, 2023

          Throughout their three decades of existence, Fucked Up haven’t built up a reputation for doing things on a small scale. From enormous concept albums to twelve-hour performances, it’s obvious they like to take their time. […]

        • Book Reviews

          Ziggy Marley - Music Is In Everything
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Ziggy Marley – Music Is In Everything

          January 16, 2023

          Back in 2020, Ziggy Marley teamed up with Lisa Loeb to release a catchy and infectious song that will get people of all ages to sing along called “Music Is in everything”. This song which […]

          pop rock icons
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Pop Rock Icons by Philippe Margotin

          December 15, 2022

          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 […]

        • Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography 2
          Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2’s discography

          March 3, 2022

          In March of 1997, 25 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

          Eliza Carthy
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Eliza & Martin Carthy & The Restitution at Barbican Centre, London

          February 6, 2023

          Last year saw Eliza Carthy celebrate her 30th year in the music industry. Before this gig, Eliza took to Twitter to ask fans which songs they would like to see reinterpreted for a new LP. […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Republica  – The Fire Station, Sunderland
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Republica  – The Fire Station, Sunderland

          February 4, 2023

          My first act after arriving at The Fire Station was to indulge myself in a spot of reminiscing. Back in the mid-1990s, we were treated to a great collection of female-fronted rock bands: Elastica 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// The Subways at Scala, London
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// The Subways at Scala, London

          February 4, 2023

          The Subways performed at Scala – London on the 2nd of February 2023. The band is currently on tour following the release of their new album ‘Uncertain Joys’. Billy Lunn, Charlotte Cooper and Camille Phillips […]

          TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast

          January 10, 2023

          What a way to kick off 2023, with the return of the mighty; Trivium! As the Deadmen & Dragons Tour landed in the Ulster Hall, Belfast, Northern Ireland, our photographer Marc Leach was reliving his […]

  • Gigs
        • The 1975
          Gigs

          THE 1975 announced as ambassadors of Record Store Day UK

          February 6, 2023

          Record Store Day UK is very proud to announce that The 1975 are this year’s official ambassadors. Off the back of their fifth consecutive UK number-one album, a sell-out world tour and three 2023 Brit […]

          Nell Mescal
          Gigs

          NELL MESCAL announces headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Music Centre on March 2nd

          February 6, 2023

          One of Irelands’ most exciting rising talents, Nell Mescal kicks off her year with new single ‘Homesick’, released via LAB Records and by announcing a headline show at Oh Yeah Music Centre on March 2nd […]

          bdrmm
          Gigs

          BDRMM sign to Rock Action & announce their anticipated second album ‘I Don’t Know’

          February 6, 2023

          Following the release of 2020’s widely-acclaimed debut LP “Bedroom”, and a clutch of hotly-received singles since, today the Hull based shoegaze quartet bdrmm return with the news that they have signed to Mogwai’s Rock Action […]

  • Interviews
        • Gena Rose Bruce
          Featured Interview

          INTERVIEW: Gena Rose Bruce on the release of her much anticipated second album – Deep Is The Way

          January 24, 2023

          Melbourne singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Gena Rose Bruce sat down with XS Noize to talk about the release of her much anticipated second album, Deep Is The Way released on Friday 27th January. For anyone unfamiliar with […]

          Kaya Stewart
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Kaya Stewart talks ‘If Things Go South’ – her new short film & plans for 2023

          December 19, 2022

          Kaya Stewart has had a fantastic year. Her new album, If Things Go South, continues to win over fans and critics alike, and her short film of the same name is an award-winner. With 2023 […]

          NOT A TOY
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: NOT A TOY on new music & their highlights of 2022

          December 8, 2022

          Branson Hoog, Benji Spoliansky, Jeremy Marmor and TJ Wessel, AKA NOT A TOY, have had a particularly good year which has seen them release some great songs and delight fans on tour. With the year […]

  • Podcast
        • The Slow Readers Club
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: The Slow Readers Club’s Aaron Starkie on new album ‘Knowledge Freedom Power’

          February 3, 2023

          In episode #116 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with The Slow Readers Club‘s Aaron Starkie to talk about their new record ‘Knowledge Freedom Power’ out on February 24th, 2023. Nothing – […]

          Billy Nomates
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Billy Nomates on her latest album CACTI

          January 25, 2023

          In episode #115 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Bristol-based songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Tor Maries AKA Billy Nomates to talk about her latest album CACTI. Recorded at her flat and […]

          Black Star Riders
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Ricky Warwick of Black Star Riders on ‘The Wrong Side of Paradise’

          January 18, 2023

          In episode #114 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Ricky Warwick of masters of anthemic rock ‘n’ roll Black Star Riders to talk about their fifth album ‘The Wrong Side of […]

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Month: June 2019

ALBUM REVIEW: Thom Yorke - Anima
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Thom Yorke – Anima

June 29, 2019 Lori Gava

Thom Yorke in every manifestation of his musical creativity has learned to build mystery and extract anticipation from his fans each time a new release is in the offing. This is true whether it is […]

The Mission's WAYNE HUSSEY announces 'Salad Daze' UK tour with dark ethereal wonder EVI VINE
Gigs

The Mission’s WAYNE HUSSEY announces ‘Salad Daze’ UK tour with dark ethereal wonder EVI VINE

June 28, 2019 XS Noize

Wayne Hussey, best known as the frontman for UK alternative rock legends The Mission, has announced UK dates with London-based dark ethereal artist Evi Vine, as part of his European tour this coming autumn. Hussey will be […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Her Crooked Heart - 'Enough' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Her Crooked Heart – ‘Enough’ – Watch Now

June 28, 2019 XS Noize

HER CROOKED HEART is the new name; the new music of Rachel Ries – multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, rock & roll choir director, sideman, and singer. Her Crooked Heart’s forthcoming album, To Love To Leave To […]

Londoner HARRY MOLD releases his explosive debut single 'Drain' today - Listen Now
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Londoner HARRY MOLD releases his explosive debut single ‘Drain’ today – Listen Now

June 28, 2019 XS Noize

Londoner Harry Mold releases his explosive debut single ‘Drain’ on June 28th through Touch Recordings. Recorded at Dean Street Studios and produced by Mold and Steph Marziano it’s an incredibly powerful opener from this exciting […]

SPEAR OF DESTINY - Announce 35th Anniversary Tour + New album: 'Tontine'
New Music

SPEAR OF DESTINY – Announce “One Eyed Jacks@35” UK Tour For September

June 28, 2019 XS Noize

One Eyed Jacks was the band’s 2nd release on the major label Epic Records. For many original fans, this is ‘the’ Spear of Destiny album. Kirk Brandon has constantly held and spoken of his belief […]

L’EPEE Feat: Anton Newcombe, Emmanuelle Seigner + The Limiñanas release ‘Diabolique’ on 6th September
News

L’EPEE Feat: Anton Newcombe, Emmanuelle Seigner + The Limiñanas release ‘Diabolique’ on 6th September

June 28, 2019 XS Noize

It is very rare that a musical project lives up to the billing of being a ‘supergroup’. However, the exception to this rule comes in the shape of L’Epee. A stellar combination of the talents […]

LA post-punk trio AUTOMATIC has released the video for their first single ‘Calling It’ - Watch Now
Gigs

LA post-punk trio AUTOMATIC has released the video for their first single ‘Calling It’ – Watch Now

June 27, 2019 XS Noize

LA post-punk trio Automatic has released the video for their first single ‘Calling It’, shot in an aluminium factory. The video for “Calling It,” directed by Ross Harris, is a post-apocalyptic, modern-day take on the […]

BABYBIRD Announce new album
Gigs

BABYBIRD Announce new album “Photosynthesis” out 19th July + UK Live dates this November

June 27, 2019 XS Noize

For the first time in 21 years, BABYBIRD will be releasing a vinyl LP. ‘Photosynthesis’ is out on 19th July 2019. A UK tour will follow in November, with tickets on sale now. Arriving just […]

Platinum-selling artist MIKA announces his fifth studio album, My Name Is Michael Holbrook
Gigs

MIKA Shares Video to his Latest Summer Anthem ‘Ice Cream’ – Watch Now

June 27, 2019 XS Noize

Today, platinum-selling artist MIKA shares visuals to his latest summer anthem ‘Ice Cream’ out now via Virgin/EMI. Directed by Francesco Calabrese and filmed in Barcelona, the ‘Ice Cream’ visuals see a carefree MIKA as vibrant as ever navigating his way […]

LIAM GALLAGHER Announces 3ARENA, DUBLIN Show, SUNDAY 24th NOVEMBER + Shares New Track, The River 1
Gigs

LIAM GALLAGHER Announces 3ARENA, DUBLIN Show, SUNDAY 24th NOVEMBER + Shares New Track, The River

June 27, 2019 XS Noize

Liam Gallagher’s eagerly anticipated second album ‘Why Me? Why Not.’ is shaping up to be one of the album events of the year when it’s released on September 20th on Warner Records. The reaction to […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Colour of the Jungle - 'Steel Tray' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Colour of the Jungle – ‘Steel Tray’ – Listen Now

June 27, 2019 XS Noize

Colour of the Jungle are a five-piece rock band, whose captivating songwriting and raucous energy has been resonating with audiences from Munich to the South coast of England. Their catchy-but-emotional, approachable-yet-raw sound is built upon […]

THE DAMNED return in 2018 with both new material and an extensive UK tour
Gigs

THE DAMNED Announce Palladium show and best of album

June 26, 2019 XS Noize

The greatest surviving British punk band THE DAMNED have announced a special show at The Palladium to take place on 28th October. Tickets go on sale this Friday 28th on sale at 9 am. https://www.aegpresents.co.uk/events/detail/the-damned-4 […]

DECLAN WELSH & THE DECADENT WEST have released their new single ‘No Fun’ - Listen Now 1
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DECLAN WELSH & THE DECADENT WEST have released their new single ‘No Fun’ – Listen Now

June 26, 2019 XS Noize

DECLAN WELSH & THE DECADENT WEST have released their new single ‘No Fun’. A take-no-prisoners anti-anthem for the disassociated youth of modern Britain, ‘No Fun’ dares to stick two fingers up at the pouters and […]

GOMEZ Share Previously Unheard Track ‘Someday’ From ‘Liquid Skin Sessions’
Gigs

GOMEZ Share Previously Unheard Track ‘Someday’ From ‘Liquid Skin Sessions’

June 26, 2019 XS Noize

Mercury Prize-winning, British band Gomez are sharing a previously unheard track today, called ‘Someday. the new Track is lifted from the band’s upcoming 20th-anniversary release of their triumphant second album ‘Liquid Skin’, remastered from the […]

INTERVIEW: Shaun Ryder,
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Shaun Ryder, “The sex and drugs have gone and now it’s just the rock ‘n’ roll”

June 25, 2019 XS Noize

As Hunter S. Thompson once gloriously wrote, “When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro.” The Happy Mondays seem to have lived their career by this perfect quote and their current touring machine embraces […]

KOJAQUE & LUKA PALM ‘THE GREEN DIESEL TOUR’ announce headline show at The Limelight 2, Belfast on Wednesday 11th September 2019
Gigs

KOJAQUE & LUKA PALM ‘THE GREEN DIESEL TOUR’ announce headline show at The Limelight 2, Belfast on Wednesday 11th September 2019

June 25, 2019 XS Noize

Irish rap artists Kojaque & Luka Palm are pleased to announce a headline show at The Limelight 2, Belfast on Wednesday 11th September 2019. Kojaque and Luka Palm will follow up the release of their […]

Ireland’s leading electronic music festival, CELTRONIC 2019 - Starts Tomorrow
Gigs

Ireland’s leading electronic music festival, CELTRONIC 2019 – Starts Tomorrow

June 25, 2019 XS Noize

Ireland’s leading electronic music festival, Celtronic, celebrates its nineteenth anniversary this summer with five days and nights of music events, workshops, recording projects and much more across the city of Derry. From Wednesday, June 26th […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Knightingale - ‘Skate and Destroy’ - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Knightingale – ‘Skate and Destroy’ – Watch Now

June 25, 2019 XS Noize

Upcoming UK indie label Painted Halo Records have announced a new signing to their roster, Singaporean garage rockers Knightingale. The band’s first single to be released on the label is the boisterous ‘Skate and Destroy’, […]

First Look images of new Alan McGee biopic Creations Stories! 1
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First Look images of new Alan McGee biopic Creations Stories!

June 25, 2019 XS Noize

Burning Wheel Productions are excited to share the first official images from the new Alan McGee biopic CREATION STORIES, written by Irvine Welsh and exec produced by Danny Boyle. The images feature the film’s leading man Ewen Bremner (Trainspotting), who plays […]

Classic Album: Unknown Pleasures by Joy Division hits 40
Classic Albums

Classic Album: Unknown Pleasures by Joy Division hits 40

June 24, 2019 Lee Campbell

This month marks the 40th anniversary of Joy Division’s ground-breaking debut studio album Unknown Pleasures. My own personal exposure to Joy Division came much later than 1979, initially through New Order’s Substance 1987 compilation, just before I […]

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