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        • The Wood Burning Savages
          Gigs

          Derry four piece THE WOOD BURNING SAVAGES to play Limelight, Belfast show

          March 25, 2023

          The Derry four-piece recently released their new single ‘Hand to Mouth’, their first since their Northern Ireland Music Prize-winning album ‘Stability’. The track is a bruising blast of pent-up vitriol, driven by jagged guitars and […]

          Pete Townshend
          News

          PETE TOWNSHEND releases ‘Can’t Outrun The Truth’ - his first solo single in 29 years

          March 24, 2023

          Pete Townshend has today released ‘Can’t Outrun The Truth’, his first solo single in 29 years. The track was composed and produced by Rachel Fuller under her nom de plume Charlie Pepper, and all proceeds […]

          Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds
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          NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS unveil new track ‘Dead To The World’

          March 23, 2023

          Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds today release ‘Dead To The World’, a remarkable new track taken from the eagerly anticipated fourth studio album ‘Council Skies’, due for release on 2nd June 2023 (via Sour Mash […]

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          Depeche Mode - Memento Mori
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Depeche Mode - Memento Mori

          March 24, 2023

          A thing that is overlooked about Depeche Mode is their constant need to keep moving, keep innovating and keep recording new material, something their contemporaries rarely do if they do it at all. Look at […]

          King Cedar - Everything More & Other Stories
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: King Cedar - Everything More & Other Stories

          March 22, 2023

          Bangor native Stephen Macartney, or as we will learn to know him – King Cedar is set to release his debut album, Everything More & Other Stories. Previously known for his part in the alt-folk […]

        • 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 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: The Pixies at Camden Roundhouse Credit: Denise Esposito
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Pixies at Camden Roundhouse, London

          March 23, 2023

          It is hard to believe that The Pixies formed almost 40 years ago. Despite releasing four albums and enjoying huge success, it looked as if the band would not last a decade when frontman Black […]

          Underworld
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          LIVE REVIEW: Underworld at The Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust

          March 21, 2023

          The point when normality returned following COVID-19 is debatable but it’s impossible to deny that after an unwanted three-year hiatus, much normality returned when the Teenage Cancer Trust festival was revived in 2022 and saw […]

        • 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

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          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// The Answer at Limelight 2, Belfast

          March 24, 2023

          Irish rockers The Answer made a spectacular and long-awaited return to Limelight 2, Belfast last night in support of ‘Sundowners’ – their first studio album in almost seven years. Bernie McAllister was there to take […]

          IN FOCUS// Lamb of God at OVO Arena, Wembley, London Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Lamb of God at OVO Arena, Wembley, London

          March 22, 2023

          After postponements and venue moves, American heavy metal giants Lamb of God finally made it to London and gave a spectacular show. Support came from Sylosis and Kreator – two intense and heavy bands. Lamb […]

  • Gigs
        • The Wood Burning Savages
          Gigs

          Derry four piece THE WOOD BURNING SAVAGES to play Limelight, Belfast show

          March 25, 2023

          The Derry four-piece recently released their new single ‘Hand to Mouth’, their first since their Northern Ireland Music Prize-winning album ‘Stability’. The track is a bruising blast of pent-up vitriol, driven by jagged guitars and […]

          Sophie Ellis-Bextor
          Gigs

          Sophie Ellis-Bextor shares new track 'Everything is Sweet'

          March 23, 2023

          Following her recent single ‘Breaking The Circle’, Sophie Ellis-Bextor has shared a new track ‘Everything Is Sweet’, which is taken from her seventh studio album ‘HANA’ released on 2nd June via Cooking Vinyl. A glorious […]

          James
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          JAMES announce details of their new double album 'Be Opened By The Wonderful'

          March 23, 2023

          JAMES have announced details of their new album in celebration of their 40th Anniversary. BE OPENED BY THE WONDERFUL is a 20-track – 19 vinyl – a double album of some of their most loved […]

  • Interviews
        • Natalia Damini & Tito Jackson Talk “Attitude”
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Natalia Damini & Tito Jackson Talk 'Attitude'

          March 22, 2023

          “I think she is a very gifted performer.” While any female artist would love to hear or read, and perhaps has heard or read, such a statement from others over the course of their career, […]

          Thumpasaurus
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Indie pop-funk outfit Thumpasaurus on new single 'Lipstick Makeup'

          March 20, 2023

          Los Angeles-based indie pop-funk outfit Thumpasaurus recently released their latest single/music video, “Lipstick Makeup.” According to Thumpasaurus, “‘Lipstick Makeup’ is about saying f*ck it. I’m letting my freak out tonight and getting real nice with […]

          Billy Lockett
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Billy Lockett talks ‘Abington Grove’, mental health & the future

          February 22, 2023

          10 years ago, Billy Lockett came to huge attention, notably in the UK, when he toured with KT Tunstall. Three EPs, a family tragedy and a long and hard battle with sobriety later, this past […]

  • Podcast
        • The Answer
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: The Answer's Cormac Neeson on new album 'Sundowners'

          March 21, 2023

          In episode #123 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Cormac Neeson from the Irish rock band The Answer. The Answer makes a spectacular and long-awaited return with Sundowners – their first […]

          Sleaford Mods
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Sleaford Mods’ Jason Williamson on new album UK GRIM

          March 17, 2023

          In episode #122 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Jason Williamson from Sleaford Mods to talk about their new album UK GRIM out now on Rough Trade Records. The album is […]

          Tide Lines
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Tide Lines frontman Robert Robertson on new album ‘An Ocean Full of Islands’

          March 9, 2023

          In episode #121 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Robert Robertson lead singer with Glasgow-based 4-piece, Tide Lines to talk about their new album ‘An Ocean Full of Islands’ An Ocean […]

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Month: September 2019

INTERVIEW: RICKY WARWICK on new BLACK STAR RIDERS album - "We wanted to shake things up a bit" 4
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INTERVIEW: RICKY WARWICK on new BLACK STAR RIDERS album - "We wanted to shake things up a bit"

September 30, 2019 XS Noize

Black Star Riders new studio album Another State Of Grace was released on the 6th September 2019. Another State Of Grace sees the band deliver another stunning collection of songs. The band will support the […]

SIMPLY RED today release new soulful-ballad ‘Sweet Child’ - Listen Now
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SIMPLY RED today release new soulful-ballad ‘Sweet Child’ - Listen Now

September 30, 2019 XS Noize

Following a storming set at Radio 2 in Hyde Park and the announcement of a huge 2020 Autumn tour, Simply Red today release new soulful-ballad ‘Sweet Child’. The single is taken from their 12th studio […]

CLANNAD announce Irish tour dates as part of their 50th Anniversary Farewell Tour
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CLANNAD announce Irish tour dates as part of their 50th Anniversary Farewell Tour

September 30, 2019 XS Noize

Clannad are celebrating an exceptional award-winning 50-year career with the announcements of a farewell world tour which includes two Irish shows. They will perform in Waterfront Hall, Belfast 29th February 2020 and Cork Opera House, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Elbow - Giants of all Sizes
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Elbow - Giants of all Sizes

September 30, 2019 Michael Barron

Throughout their almost three-decade career Elbow have encountered many challenging and potentially catastrophic events that would result in their premature extinction. The most recent event was drummer Richard Jupp’s departure just before Elbow began work […]

SIMPLE MINDS announce 3Arena, Dublin show as part of ‘40 Years Of Hits’ Tour
Gigs

SIMPLE MINDS celebrate 40 YEARS with a career spanning collection & 2020 UK TOUR

September 30, 2019 XS Noize

On 1st November, UMC will release 40: THE BEST OF – 1979-2019, a new compilation album that covers all 40 years of the legendary band Simple Minds recording career. It captures their early experimentation, cross over […]

SIMPLE MINDS announce 3Arena, Dublin show as part of ‘40 Years Of Hits’ Tour
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SIMPLE MINDS announce 3Arena, Dublin show as part of ‘40 Years Of Hits’ Tour

September 30, 2019 XS Noize

Simple Minds celebrate 40 iconic years in music by embarking upon a major world tour in 2020. Today the band announce details of the tour’s European dates, which covers 38 shows across 12 countries and […]

IN FOCUS// Inhaler @ Voodoo, Belfast, 28th Sept 2019 13
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Inhaler @ Voodoo, Belfast, 28th Sept 2019

September 29, 2019 Bernie McAllister

Dublin quartet Inhaler played a brilliant show last night at Voodoo, Belfast. Bernie McAllister was there to take these amazing images.                         Inhaler are: […]

TAYLOR SWIFT'S album 'Lover' receives platinum certification in just four weeks
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TAYLOR SWIFT'S album 'Lover' receives platinum certification in just four weeks

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

Taylor Swift’s critically-adored album Lover [Republic Records], receives platinum certification in just four weeks from the RIAA in recognition of over 1 million U.S. sales—as announced today. This only adds to a series of recent accolades, […]

SOUND OF BELFAST programme for 2019 launched today
Gigs

SOUND OF BELFAST programme for 2019 launched today

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

The Oh Yeah Music Centre is pleased to reveal the full Sound of Belfast programme for 2019. The ten-day celebration of local music, which takes place 1st – 10th November, was established to promote and celebrate the musicians, […]

INTERVIEW: Amy Montgomery - "I enjoy sharing my energy with people, and touching hearts with my music"
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Amy Montgomery - "I enjoy sharing my energy with people, and touching hearts with my music"

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

Fresh from debut performances at 18 UK & European summer festivals including Glastonbury, Cambridge Folk, Electric Picnic and Black Deer, Northern Irish artist Amy Montgomery has riveted crowds this summer with her powerful voice and […]

BROKEN BELLS return with new song 'Good Luck' - Listen Now
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BROKEN BELLS return with new song 'Good Luck' - Listen Now

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

Brian Burton (aka Danger Mouse) and James Mercer (of The Shins), collectively known as Broken Bells, have released their newest song “Good Luck.” The song is available now for purchase and streaming across all platforms […]

JC STEWART shares live performance of new single ‘Pick Up Your Phone’ - Watch Now
Gigs

JC STEWART shares live performance of new single ‘Pick Up Your Phone’ - Watch Now

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

It’s been a summer to remember for the rising star JC Stewart. He’s been tipped by some big names in the shape of Niall Horan and Lewis Capaldi, while his recent single ‘Bones’ was highlighted […]

JOHN BRAMWELL (I Am Kloot) - Introduces... 'The Full Harmonic Convergence' - Listen to 'I Am The Sky'
Gigs

JOHN BRAMWELL (I Am Kloot) - Introduces... 'The Full Harmonic Convergence' - Listen to 'I Am The Sky'

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

John Bramwell is delighted to introduce: The Full Harmonic Convergence. The talismanic Mancunian songwriter and frontman of I Am Kloot returns this Winter for two very special shows at the Manchester O2 Ritz and the […]

IVORY WAVE announce debut EP and release new video for 'Uptown' - Watch Now
Gigs

IVORY WAVE announce debut EP and release new video for 'Uptown' - Watch Now

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

Birmingham quintet Ivory Wave has already established a reputation as local heroes. Their exuberant, party-starting mix of swaggering indie attitude, dancefloor-filling beats and glistening synths inspire chaotic scenes wherever they go. Their songs speak of […]

LEWIS CAPALDI Releases New Single ‘Bruises’ as part of new EP - Listen Now
Gigs

LEWIS CAPALDI Releases New Single ‘Bruises’ as part of new EP - Listen Now

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

Lewis Capaldi today releases his brand new single ‘Bruises’ taken from a new ‘Bruises’ EP, featuring original & orchestral versions of the track, as well as a beautiful stripped back acoustic version, and a hard-hitting remix by DJ […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Telefon Tel Aviv - Dreams Are Not Enough
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Telefon Tel Aviv - Dreams Are Not Enough

September 27, 2019 Gareth O'Malley

‘I dream of it often: a younger version of myself, standing at the bottom of the ocean; arms aloft, mouth agape, eyes glaring, not seeing, not breathing, still as stone in a watery fane.’ For […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Shea Rafferty - ‘These Days’ - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Shea Rafferty - ‘These Days’ - Listen Now

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘These Days’ the debut single from Northern Irish troubadour Shea Rafferty which is released today. Led in by its uplifting rhythm reminiscent of classics such as Gordon Lightfoot, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Crash Adams - ‘Make It Last’ - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Crash Adams - ‘Make It Last’ - Watch Now

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

Canadian indie-pop duo Crash Adams milk the 90s nostalgia with this entertaining, feel-good video clip for their new single ‘Make It Last’, we’re happy to premiere on XS Noize here today. Reminiscent of the late […]

Exclusive Stream: The Greys - ‘Unfortunately the Response Has Been Less Than Enthusiastic’
Album Stream

Exclusive Stream: The Greys - ‘Unfortunately the Response Has Been Less Than Enthusiastic’

September 26, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere the new EP from The Greys. The EP, entitled ‘Unfortunately the Response Has Been Less Than Enthusiastic’ is a triumphant return for the band since their break-out hit […]

Irish four-piece BRAVE GIANT announce headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday, October 26th
Gigs

Irish four-piece BRAVE GIANT announce headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday, October 26th

September 26, 2019 XS Noize

Brave Giant is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday, October 26th 2019. The band recently announced the release date for their debut album White, Pink + Blue on October 04th. […]

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