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        • The Script
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          THE SCRIPT announce new album ‘The User’s Guide To Being Human’ and huge UK & European arena headline tour

          May 22, 2026

          The Script’s phenomenal and long-lasting success has seen them achieve six UK #1 albums and eight back home in Ireland, in the process exceeding 14 billion streams, 5 million album sales, and countless international Platinum […]

          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, […]

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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
          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 […]

  • 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
          Interviews

          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. […]

  • Podcast
        • Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
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          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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ORBITAL announced as part of AVA BELFAST 2020 at new outdoor multi-stage festival site at Boucher Road Fields 1
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ORBITAL announced as part of AVA BELFAST 2020 at new outdoor multi-stage festival site at Boucher Road Fields

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

AVA Belfast returns across 4 days at the end of May, encompassing a free conference at The Mac, arts exhibition, installations and a new outdoor ticketed multi-stage festival site located at Boucher Road Fields. The […]

JAMES BLUNT Reveals New Single ‘Halfway’ ft. WARD THOMAS
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JAMES BLUNT Reveals New Single ‘Halfway’ ft. WARD THOMAS

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

In the lead up to his UK headline tour, James Blunt today reveals a surprise new version for his next single ‘Halfway’, which now features a duet with the country-pop duo, Ward Thomas. The original […]

Join ALAN McGEE Co-founder of Creation Records & who discovered OASIS live in conversation
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Join ALAN McGEE Co-founder of Creation Records & who discovered OASIS live in conversation

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

ALAN McGEE is the outspoken, maverick genius behind the mighty Creation Records and has worked with some of the most significant bands of the last 30 years including Oasis, Primal Scream, My Bloody Valentine, the […]

DANIEL MERRIWEATHER releases incredible new single ‘PARADISE’ - Listen Now
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DANIEL MERRIWEATHER releases incredible new single ‘PARADISE’ – Listen Now

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Australian artist DANIEL MERRIWEATHER releases brand new solo material with his incredible new single ‘PARADISE’. Listen BELOW. A brand new live date has also been announced at London’s Omeara for April 9th, tickets available here. […]

London 3-piece INDIAN QUEENS release a video for their brand new single ‘Bubblewrap’ - Watch Now
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London 3-piece INDIAN QUEENS release a video for their brand new single ‘Bubblewrap’ – Watch Now

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

London 3-piece Indian Queens have released a video for their brand new single ‘Bubblewrap’. The track is taken from their forthcoming debut album ‘God Is A Woman’, due to be released on Cool Thing Records […]

INTERVIEW: Tim Wheeler on Teenage Wildlife: 25 Years Of Ash 3
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ASH announce run of Feb in-store appearances

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

On the eve of their nattily titled Teenage Wildlife: 25 Years Of Ash collection, ASH are pleased to announce details of a short run of in-store appearances throughout the album’s week of release. The band […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Learn the recipe for a make-up sandwich in the video for new ARABNORMAL single ‘Digital Veil’
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Learn the recipe for a make-up sandwich in the video for new ARABNORMAL single ‘Digital Veil’

February 5, 2020 XS Noize

After 3 albums Antwerp’s noisiest outfit The Hickey Underworld evaporated. They never announced a breakup, they just ceased to be… but the genie’s back out of the bottle. Well sorta… Frontman and main songwriter Younes […]

KING NUN announce a huge UK headline tour for February 2020
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KING NUN announce a huge UK headline tour for February 2020

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

KING NUN have announced a huge UK headline tour for February 2020. The dates come in the wake of the band’s acclaimed debut album MASS, which was released through the iconic Dirty Hit in October […]

GOO GOO DOLLS release new live concert video for 'Autumn Leaves'
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GOO GOO DOLLS release new live concert video for ‘Autumn Leaves’

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

Today, multi-platinum, four-time GRAMMY-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls have released a vibrant new live concert video for “Autumn Leaves”, a standout track from their 12th studio album Miracle Pill (Warner Records) that has become […]

DRUMCODE founder ADAM BEYER to headline Custom House Square on Saturday 15th August
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DRUMCODE founder ADAM BEYER to headline Custom House Square on Saturday 15th August

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

Following the SOLD OUT Shine @ Custom House Square show in August 2018, SHINE announces its return on Saturday 15th August 2020 for a special showcase of Techno powerhouse label DRUMCODE. Headlining is Drumcode founder […]

POLIÇA - Share new video for 'Steady' ahead of UK tour
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POLIÇA – Share new video for ‘Steady’ ahead of UK tour

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

After releasing their new LP ‘When We Stay Alive’ last week via Memphis Industries, Poliça are sharing a new video for album standout track “Steady”. The band will be touring across the UK this month […]

SPICE GIRLS Re-release "Spice World" and "Greatest Hits" on vinyl
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SPICE GIRLS Re-release “Spice World” and “Greatest Hits” on vinyl

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

The era-defining, history-making, best-selling female group of all time today announce the re-release of Spiceworld and The Greatest Hits on vinyl – the ultimate Mother’s Day gifts. The vinyl will be available from Friday, March […]

NOEL GALLAGHERS HIGH FLYING BIRDS release brand new single 'Wandering Star' - Listen Now
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS to play Eden Sessions

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds have been announced as the latest headliners for the 2020 Eden Sessions. They will play at the home of the famous Biomes on Tuesday, June 23 rd 2020, accompanied by […]

RODDY WOOMBLE announces new EP and shares video for single 'Everyday Sun'
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RODDY WOOMBLE announces new EP and shares video for single ‘Everyday Sun’

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

“Everyday Sun” is a new single from Roddy Woomble, and the first taken from his forthcoming EP. The song is a hazy rumination, where observations on meaninglessness sit alongside optimism. Written alongside frequent collaborator and […]

New York rock legends THE STROKES announce surprise Belfast show at WATERFRONT HALL on 24th Feb 2020 1
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New York rock legends THE STROKES announce surprise Belfast show at WATERFRONT HALL on 24th Feb 2020

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

New York rock legends THE STROKES announce surprise Belfast show at WATERFRONT HALL on 24th Feb 2020. The band are currently working on a new album with Rick Rubin due for release this year. Tickets […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Arcadial Unleash new visual for 'Twenty Seven Closed Doors'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Arcadial Unleash new visual for ‘Twenty Seven Closed Doors’

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

Not just another London alt-rock band, Arcadial (Benjamin Blake and Jason Wadey), prove their worth on ‘Twenty Seven Closed Doors’, a timely reminder of our political zeitgeist. Lifted from their debut EP ‘Pandorium’ due this […]

WIN: copies of HAPPY MONDAYS first four era-defining albums on vinyl
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WIN: copies of HAPPY MONDAYS first four era-defining albums on vinyl

February 3, 2020 XS Noize

On January 31, 2020, London Records released brand new vinyl reissues of the first four era-defining Happy Mondays albums, their first vinyl pressings for many years. The reissues of ‘Squirrel And G-Man Twenty Four Hour […]

BAT FOR LASHES Shares 'The Boys of Summer' Live EP from Earth, London
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BAT FOR LASHES Shares ‘The Boys of Summer’ Live EP from Earth, London

February 3, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Bat For Lashes, aka Natasha Khan, shares the live EP The Boys of Summer recorded in November 2019 at Earth, London. Following her, critically acclaimed fifth studio album Lost Girls (which came out this […]

SUEDE Announce European tour this autumn playing classic album COMING UP album in full
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SUEDE Announce European tour this autumn playing classic album COMING UP album in full

February 3, 2020 XS Noize

Suede are delighted to announce an extended run of European dates for October, including UK shows in Edinburgh, Manchester and London. The gigs will see the band playing their classic, third album Coming Up in […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: R.O.C - 'Sea of Storms'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: R.O.C – ‘Sea of Storms’

February 3, 2020 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere the video for ‘Sea of Storms’ from R.O.C.  R.O.C released their fourth album ‘Bile & Celestial Beauty’ in 2019, their first new music in 12 years.  R.O.C are […]

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