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          The Strokes Return with New Single ‘Falling Out of Love’ from Upcoming Album ‘Reality Awaits’

          May 13, 2026

          The Strokes unveil the new single “Falling out of Love” from their upcoming album Reality Awaits today.  The band will premiere the song tomorrow night on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, one of the […]

          Dea Matrona
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          Dea Matrona share new single ‘My Own Party’ from upcoming album ‘Hate That I Care’

          May 11, 2026

          Dea Matrona return with new song “My Own Party”, the third release from their upcoming second album ‘Hate That I Care’, out 5th June 2026, along with a colourful music video. Recorded, written and produced […]

          Billy Corgan
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          Billy Corgan Announces European Tour for ‘A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness’

          May 11, 2026

          Following a critically acclaimed seven date run last year at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, today Billy Corgan, the frontman of the two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning iconic rock band, The Smashing Pumpkins, announces a European tour […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi - Fig Tree
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi – Fig Tree

          May 7, 2026

          This is the time of year when music lovers are on the lookout for that perfect summer album — a record to effortlessly soundtrack beach bars, balmy evenings, road trips and sunny strolls. Look no […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

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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
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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 […]

        • 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 […]

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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 […]

  • 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
        • 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
          Podcast

          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 […]

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

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MANIC STREET PREACHERS Announce 'Gold Against The Soul' Reissue 1
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MANIC STREET PREACHERS Announce ‘Gold Against The Soul’ Reissue

March 11, 2020 XS Noize

After many hints and teases, MANIC STREET PREACHERS have confirmed the re-issue of a deluxe edition of their 1993 second album ‘GOLD AGAINST THE SOUL’ on 12th June 2020 for Columbia/Sony.  Available as a 120 page A4 book […]

Irish poet, performer and fashion designer SINEAD O’BRIEN shares her new track ‘Fall With Me’
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Irish poet, performer and fashion designer SINEAD O’BRIEN shares her new track ‘Fall With Me’

March 11, 2020 XS Noize

Irish poet, performer and fashion designer Sinead O’Brien today shared her new track ‘Fall With Me’ – out now on Chess Club Records. Produced by Dan Carey (Speedy Wundergroud, Fontaines DC, Kate Tempest) the track […]

BIFFY CLYRO brings their arena tour to Belfast & Dublin in 2020
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BIFFY CLYRO brings their arena tour to Belfast & Dublin in 2020

March 11, 2020 XS Noize

Having recently announced details of their eagerly anticipated new album ‘A Celebration of Endings’, Biffy Clyro now reveal details of their first full-scale UK and Ireland arena tour since 2016. The “champions of stadium rock” […]

NEVERKEPT releases a new track titled 'Reunion Tower' - Listen Now
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NEVERKEPT releases a new track titled ‘Reunion Tower’ – Listen Now

March 10, 2020 XS Noize

Philadelphia-based pop-rock band, Neverkept have released a new track titled “Reunion Tower.” The track follows the band’s previous two singles “Vertigo” and “Complicated,” rounding out what’s to be expected from the band in the future. […]

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS shares 'Blue Moon Rising' (The Reflex Revision) - Listen Now
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS shares ‘Blue Moon Rising’ (The Reflex Revision) – Listen Now

March 10, 2020 XS Noize

French edit alchemist The Reflex is once again invited by Noel Gallagher to remix his latest High Flying Bird’s single, with Blue Moon Rising transformed into an epic disco-indie hybrid. Some call him ‘the wizard’; […]

DUNE RATS announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Sunday, April 5th 2020
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DUNE RATS announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Sunday, April 5th 2020

March 10, 2020 XS Noize

Australian rock band, Dune Rats are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Sunday, April 05th 2020. The trio recently released their new album, Hurry Up And Wait, in January […]

LIFE share video for new single 'Switching On' - Watch Now
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LIFE share video for new single ‘Switching On’ – Watch Now

March 10, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Hull’s LIFE continue their rapid upward trajectory with the announcement of their new single ‘Switching On’. Honing in on a more exploratory sound, ‘Switching On’ sees LIFE incorporate future-facing elements of electronic instrumentation with […]

REVIEW: New Pagans - Glacial Erratic
Album Reviews

REVIEW: New Pagans – Glacial Erratic

March 10, 2020 Lee Campbell

Belfast alt-rockers New Pagans deliver new Indie-pop EP with a punch. As I put electronic pen to paper for this one, International Women’s Day has just wrapped up for another year. It is apt timing […]

SEATBELTS release their new single ‘Superstardom’ - Listen Now
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SEATBELTS release their new single ‘Superstardom’ – Listen Now

March 9, 2020 XS Noize

Seatbelts release their new single ‘Superstardom’ Produced by Edwyn Collins. The new track is a celebration of human uniqueness: “Be yourself, I know you’re not ordinary,” sings Abi Woods (vocals/keys/guitar), an affirmation that embracing different […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Frankie Zulferino - Drops sizzling new video for ‘Say Less’
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Frankie Zulferino – Drops sizzling new video for ‘Say Less’

March 9, 2020 XS Noize

New York City popster, Frankie Zulferino turns up the heat with an irresistible video for ‘Say Less’, a buzzing, spritely pop jam-packed with catchy choruses, old school disco influences and basslines that capture the ever-increasing […]

IDLEWILD celebrates 25 years as a band with special November anniversary shows 1
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IDLEWILD celebrates 25 years as a band with special November anniversary shows

March 9, 2020 XS Noize

“You have no idea how fascinating Idlewild is.” Named after the quiet meeting place in Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic children’s novel Anne of Green Gables, the band formed 25 years ago in Edinburgh by Roddy […]

ANOTHER SKY reveal video for 'Brave Face' - Watch Now
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ANOTHER SKY reveal video for ‘Brave Face’ – Watch Now

March 9, 2020 XS Noize

Another Sky have unveiled the video for their incredible new single ‘Brave Face’, shot in Norway and directed by Ingeborg Løvlie. The video features vocalist Catrin Vincent and intertwines the themes of femininity and nature, […]

ENTER SHIKARI Unveil new track ‘The King’ - Listen Now
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ENTER SHIKARI Unveil new track ‘The King’ – Listen Now

March 9, 2020 XS Noize

Last night, Enter Shikari unveiled a second track, ‘The King’, taken from their anticipated album ‘Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible’ released on 17th April 2020, through So Recordings. ‘The King’ fuses breakbeat tempo […]

Venus, Cupid, Folly and Time - Thirty Years of THE DIVINE COMEDY celebrated live this September 1
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Venus, Cupid, Folly and Time – Thirty Years of THE DIVINE COMEDY celebrated live this September

March 9, 2020 XS Noize

In 1990 musical history was made when a 20-year-old Neil Hannon signed his first record deal and began releasing one glorious album after another under the name The Divine Comedy. Thirty years, twelve magnificent albums […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Snarls - Burst
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Snarls – Burst

March 6, 2020 Gareth O'Malley

Have you ever stopped and thought about the fundamentals of being alive? You’re a single person, trying to make your way in the world just like everyone else – a place that feels increasingly fragmented […]

CONCHÚR WHITE kicks off 2020 with the release of his ‘Bikini Crops EP’
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CONCHÚR WHITE kicks off 2020 with the release of his ‘Bikini Crops EP’

March 6, 2020 XS Noize

Conchúr White has kicked off 2020 with the release of his debut EP, ‘Bikini Crops EP’. Featuring 4 tracks Bikini Crops, Channing Tatum, Daisies & Nightdrives, the EP has been mixed by Matt Wiggins (London […]

PRIMAL SCREAM release 30th anniversary edition of THE 'LOADED' EP on RECORD STORE DAY
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PRIMAL SCREAM release 30th anniversary edition of THE ‘LOADED’ EP on RECORD STORE DAY

March 6, 2020 XS Noize

It’s hard to believe that it’s been thirty years since Primal Scream released ‘Loaded’ – a ground-breaking, era-defined fusion of rock and dance that also mixed gospel and blues into its hedonistic, hallucinatory mix. Primal […]

JAMES GILLESPIE Shares new version of ‘SOMEDAY SUNDAY’ Feat: NATTI SHINER of FICKLE FRIENDS
Video Premiere

JAMES GILLESPIE Shares new version of ‘SOMEDAY SUNDAY’ Feat: NATTI SHINER of FICKLE FRIENDS

March 6, 2020 XS Noize

2019 saw James Gillespie raise his profile in style. Not only did he release his debut album ‘Safe.’, but he also earned airplay from Beats 1 (via Elton John!) and Radio 1, and completed a […]

TRACK PREMIERE: ADAMSKI feat. NINA HAGEN "DON’T KILLER ANIMALS” 1
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TRACK PREMIERE: ADAMSKI feat. NINA HAGEN “DON’T KILLER ANIMALS”

March 6, 2020 XS Noize

‘Free To Kill Again’ Features 10 new interpretations of the classic track ‘Killer’ with some stunning vocal performances from a whole range of artists including ‘A list’ superstar Boy George, Leftfield legend Nina Hagen and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: ROCH - Via Media
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: ROCH – Via Media

March 5, 2020 Gareth O'Malley

Kate Miller has always known what she’s about. The process of creating her opening statement as an artist may have taken a while, but it’s something the 24-year-old Londoner has been focused on for years. […]

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