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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
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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
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          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 […]

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          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
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          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
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          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
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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 […]

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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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THE PRETENDERS reveal their brand-new single 'Hate For Sale' - Listen Now
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THE PRETENDERS reveal their brand-new single ‘Hate For Sale’ – Listen Now

March 24, 2020 XS Noize

The Pretenders have today revealed their brand-new single Hate For Sale, following a radio premiere on Steve Lamacq’s BBC 6 Music show this afternoon. The single is the title track from the band’s new album, […]

SPENCER. shares new track 'Hold It Down' - Listen Now
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SPENCER. shares new track ‘Hold It Down’ – Listen Now

March 24, 2020 XS Noize

Today, the captivating and impassioned artist Spencer. shares his latest single ‘Hold It Down’. Swaying, measured beats come together with a low-key guitar that sets a tender mood. Spencer.’s dewy, sleek vocals carry along honeyed […]

BRIGHT EYES release new track 'Persona Non Grata' their first new material since 2011 2
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BRIGHT EYES release new track ‘Persona Non Grata’ their first new material since 2011

March 24, 2020 XS Noize

Some things are worth the wait. It’s been nine years since Bright Eyes released new material. Today, they unveil the first recording from their recent studio sessions, “Persona Non-Grata”. The band, who revealed they’d re-grouped […]

REEVAH shares video for new single ‘Weight of the World’ - Watch Now
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REEVAH shares video for new single ‘Weight of the World’ – Watch Now

March 24, 2020 XS Noize

Derry based Indie-folk artist Reevah is pleased to share her new, powerful single, ‘Weight of the World.’ Tipped as ‘Hot for 2020’ by Hotpress Magazine, Reevah is already in the midst of her busiest year […]

THE HORSE HEADS release new single 'Bit Rude' - Listen Now
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THE HORSE HEADS release new single ‘Bit Rude’ – Listen Now

March 24, 2020 XS Noize

Cool Thing Records 3rd release of 2020 comes in the form of The Horse Heads ‘Bit Rude’ – out NOW! An absolute piledriver of a track – think Slaves, Idles, The Stooges – clocking in […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: All-Time Highs from Alt-Soul Genius, ANG LOW - 'Funny Weather'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: All-Time Highs from Alt-Soul Genius, ANG LOW – ‘Funny Weather’

March 24, 2020 XS Noize

Creating a visual and audible presence which is equal parts psychedelic space alien and alt-electro soul high priest, ANG LOW has shared the visuals for ‘Funny Weather’. With delicious hooks and dance-floor ready melodies, ‘Funny […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Leg - Trouble At The Center of The Universe
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Leg – Trouble At The Center of The Universe

March 24, 2020 XS Noize

At the core are The Leg’s long-term trio of mercurial vocalist and driving force Dan Mutch, cellist, producer and one-man scratch orchestra Pete Harvey and percussive polymath Alun Scurlock (formerly Alun Thomas). The three have […]

ELBOW Announce 'Live at The Ritz - An Acoustic Performance' released 17th April 2020
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ELBOW Announce ‘Live at The Ritz – An Acoustic Performance’ released 17th April 2020

March 24, 2020 XS Noize

In the week that their eighth studio album, ‘Giants of All Sizes’, became their third consecutive UK Number One album, elbow played a series of special acoustic shows for select audiences in Leeds, Kingston and […]

KODALINE release official video for new single 'Sometimes' - Watch Now
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KODALINE release official video for new single ‘Sometimes’ – Watch Now

March 23, 2020 XS Noize

Kodaline are making a striking return as they prepare to release their eagerly anticipated fourth album later this year. ‘Wherever You Are’, the first single to drop from the record has quickly exceeded 10 million […]

FATHER JOHN MISTY releases live album 'Off-Key In Hamburg' - all proceeds from the release will be donated to MusiCares COVID-19 Relief Fund
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FATHER JOHN MISTY releases live album ‘Off-Key In Hamburg’ – all proceeds from the release will be donated to MusiCares COVID-19 Relief Fund

March 23, 2020 XS Noize

Father John Misty’s live album Off-Key in Hamburg is now available via Bandcamp.  All proceeds from the album will be donated to MusiCares COVID-19 Relief Fund.  Off-Key in Hamburg was recorded live at the Hamburg Elbphilharmonie on August […]

INTERVIEW: DMA’S Matt Mason discusses new album - The Glow 3
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INTERVIEW: DMA’S Matt Mason discusses new album – The Glow

March 23, 2020 XS Noize

DMA’S 3rd studio album ‘THE GLOW’ is due for release on July 10th. It was recorded and mixed by multiple Grammy winner Stuart Price in between Westlake Studios in West Hollywood & RAK Studios in […]

BC CAMPLIGHT shares video to new track 'Cemetery Lifestyle'
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BC CAMPLIGHT shares video to new track ‘Cemetery Lifestyle’

March 23, 2020 XS Noize

With his new album Shortly After Takeoff due for release 24th April via Bella Union, and having previously shared the tracks ‘Back To Work’ and ‘I Only Drink When I’m Drunk’, BC Camplight has today […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Wray - 'Jogging' / 'Neon Forming'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Wray – ‘Jogging’ / ‘Neon Forming’

March 23, 2020 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere the new video for ‘Jogging” / “Neon Forming’ by Wray. From Birmingham, AL, Wray’s past work has been praised by The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Noisey, […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Women Empowerment Alt-pop trio LYCIO shares new single ‘Nightfall’
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TRACK PREMIERE: Women Empowerment Alt-pop trio LYCIO shares new single ‘Nightfall’

March 23, 2020 XS Noize

UK alt-pop trio Lycio have announced the release of their next single, ‘Nightfall’ on 3rd April via Lycio Records. The band have previously performed as the headlining act for Sofar Sounds London, of which LOCK […]

THE KILLERS reveal new single 'Caution' from new album 'Imploding The Mirage' 1
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THE KILLERS release the video for their massive new single ‘Caution’

March 20, 2020 XS Noize

THE KILLERS today release the video for their massive new single, “Caution”, taken from the upcoming new album, Imploding The Mirage, which is set for release on May 29th via Island Records. The video is […]

BADLY DRAWN BOY announces new album ‘Banana Skin Shoes’
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BADLY DRAWN BOY announces new album ‘Banana Skin Shoes’

March 20, 2020 XS Noize

Badly Drawn Boy, aka Damon Gough, is set to make his eagerly-awaited return with the release of a new album through AWAL on the 22nd of May 2020. ‘Banana Skin Shoes’ features fourteen brand new […]

EDITORS share 'Upside Down' Remix from Dutch electronic mastermind JORIS VOORN
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EDITORS share ‘Upside Down’ Remix from Dutch electronic mastermind JORIS VOORN

March 20, 2020 XS Noize

Having just completed their UK/EU Greatest Hits tour, which included a landmark show at London’s SSE Arena Wembley, Editors today unveil a special remix of their latest single ‘Upside Down’, taken from their best-of album, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Tom Bright - Wedding Bells
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Tom Bright – Wedding Bells

March 20, 2020 XS Noize

After Tom Bright’s first single of 2020, ‘Bless Our Generation’, was named Radio X’s X-Posure Big One and landed in Spotify’s Hot New Bands playlist, he has announced the follow-up, ‘Wedding Bells’, is set for […]

CLASSIC ALBUM: Depeche Mode - Violator
Classic Albums

CLASSIC ALBUM: Depeche Mode – Violator

March 19, 2020 David McElroy

Usually, when reviewing an album for XS Noize, I’m obliged to give a rating out of ten to reflect how I feel about it. Whenever I am considering how an album rates on that scale, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Deleo - Unfair
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Deleo – Unfair

March 19, 2020 XS Noize

There are those for whom the planets suddenly align, and when this magic ends up reaching us we call them stars. We have the impression that it is sudden, but who knows what path they’ve […]

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