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          Shed Seven Announce Self-Titled New Album And Share ‘Stand Together’

          July 2, 2026

          Shed Seven have announced their forthcoming new album, Shed Seven, set for release on January 8, 2027, via Cooking Vinyl. The band have also shared the album’s lead single, “Stand Together,” and will livestream a […]

          Skerryvore
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          Skerryvore Announce New Album ‘Beautiful Mistakes’ And Share Single ‘Fly’

          July 1, 2026

          Skerryvore have announced their new album, Beautiful Mistakes, set for release on November 6, alongside new single “Fly.” The album follows 2023’s Tempus, which reached Number 1 on the Official Scottish and Folk Album Charts […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel Shares New Song ‘I Belong To The Sky’ From Forthcoming Album ‘o/i’

          June 30, 2026

          Peter Gabriel has shared “I Belong to the Sky,” the latest track from his forthcoming album o/i. Released on the strawberry full moon of Tuesday, June 30, 2026, the song was written and produced by […]

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          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

        • Book Reviews

          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: Rick Astley Brings Charm, Hits And Feel-Good Energy To Lincoln Castle Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Rick Astley Brings Charm, Hits And Feel-Good Energy To Lincoln Castle

          July 3, 2026

          Rick Astley brought a feel-good summer show to Lincoln Castle, performing against one of Lincolnshire’s most picturesque backdrops. From the moment he and his band took to the stage, the evening had an easy, celebratory […]

          garth brooks
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          LIVE REVIEW: Garth Brooks Raises Hell And Makes History At BST Hyde Park

          June 29, 2026

          Since 2013, BST Hyde Park has brought major headliners ranging from The Rolling Stones to Sabrina Carpenter to the historic London park first established by Henry VIII more than 500 years ago. For the opening […]

        • 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

          The Cure performing live at Belsonic Belfast
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS: The Cure at Belsonic, Belfast

          June 30, 2026

          The Cure brought their unmistakable sound and atmosphere to Belsonic, Belfast, on Sunday night for a brilliant outdoor show. Led by Robert Smith, the legendary band delivered a powerful and atmospheric set that reminded the […]

          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 […]

  • 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
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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
          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 […]

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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
          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 […]

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        • ROSA WALTON
          Podcast

          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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KATIE MELUA announces her first-ever worldwide Livestream concert
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KATIE MELUA shares video for new single ‘Joy’ – Watch Now!

November 23, 2020 XS Noize

Since her breakthrough as a teenager in 2003 with her debut album Call Off The Search, a six-times platinum seller in the UK, Katie Melua has become one of the world’s best-loved and most successful […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Porcelain - Hollow
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Porcelain – Hollow

November 23, 2020 XS Noize

Mysterious musical group Porcelain return with the video for new single ‘Hollow” which XS Noize is pleased to exclusively premiere today! “Hollow” is a beautiful, evocative piece of dark pop music from this enigmatic collective […]

THE DARKNESS announce 'Lockdown Live: Streaming of a White Christmas, with The Darkness'
Gigs

THE DARKNESS announce ‘Lockdown Live: Streaming of a White Christmas, with The Darkness’

November 23, 2020 XS Noize

Following the release of their semi-prophetic Top 10 album Easter Is Cancelled at the end of last year, The Darkness are returning to close 2020 with a new message of festive joy and goodwill with […]

CHARLOTTE JANE shares new single ‘Get It Right’ - Listen Now!
New Music

CHARLOTTE JANE shares new single ‘Get It Right’ – Listen Now!

November 20, 2020 XS Noize

Charlotte Jane’s debut EP ‘Nowhere To Hide’ established her as one of the UK’s brightest new voices. Quietly amassing millions of streams, it set her on the path to sell-out headline shows in London and […]

NILE RODGERS teams up with DJ CEDRIC GERVAIS and FRANKLIN to reimagine the CHIC classic ‘Everybody Dance’
New Music

NILE RODGERS teams up with DJ CEDRIC GERVAIS and FRANKLIN to reimagine the CHIC classic ‘Everybody Dance’

November 20, 2020 XS Noize

The legendary Nile Rodgers has teamed up with Global superstar DJ Cedric Gervais and rising talent Franklin to unveil a reworking of the CHIC 1978 iconic dance smash hit ‘Everybody Dance’. The new version includes […]

ROBBIE WILLIAMS today releases a brand new single ‘Can’t Stop Christmas’ 2
New Music

ROBBIE WILLIAMS today releases a brand new single ‘Can’t Stop Christmas’

November 20, 2020 XS Noize

Robbie Williams has today released a brand new single ‘Can’t Stop Christmas’, out now on Columbia Records. Sure to make spirits soar, ‘Can’t Stop Christmas’ is a fun take on the traditional Christmas song with cheeky […]

LANA DEL REY has recorded a special cover of 'Summertime' by George Gershwin - Listen Now!
New Music

LANA DEL REY has recorded a special cover of ‘Summertime’ by George Gershwin – Listen Now!

November 20, 2020 XS Noize

Lana Del Rey has recorded a special cover of ‘Summertime’ by George Gershwin to raise awareness and to give support to two major American orchestras, the New York Philharmonic and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Lana […]

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard - share new video & announce details of live concert film
Gigs

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard – share new video & announce details of live concert film

November 20, 2020 XS Noize

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, who today released two albums, K.G. and Live In San Francisco ’16, have shared a video to Intrasport, the latest track to be taken from K.G. and announced details […]

TRACK PREMIERE: OMONOKO - Weight In Gold 1
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TRACK PREMIERE: OMONOKO – Weight In Gold

November 20, 2020 XS Noize

New two-piece OMONOKO are fast becoming one of Ireland’s most exciting new exports with a rare timeless quality to their music that eschews genre and categorisation. Their new single ‘Weight In Gold’ out today incorporates […]

AWOLNATION releases new live album 'Angel Miners & The Lightning Riders Live From 2020' 2
Gigs

AWOLNATION releases new live album ‘Angel Miners & The Lightning Riders Live From 2020’

November 19, 2020 XS Noize

Better Noise Music recording artists AWOLNATION release Angel Miners & The Lightning Riders Live From 2020, the version of their latest album of the same name performed live in-studio, on November 20th. Along the release […]

THE DUNCAIRN, Belfast promotes local artists through its ‘TAKE 2’ series of free online gigs
Gigs

THE DUNCAIRN, Belfast promotes local artists through its ‘TAKE 2’ series of free online gigs

November 19, 2020 XS Noize

Everyone knows that the perfect antidote to any pandemic is an uplifting dose of inspiring new music and poetry! And just in the nick of time one of the country’s best-known community arts initiatives is […]

EDDIE VEDDER unveils new tracks 'Matter of Time' and 'Say Hi'
New Music

EDDIE VEDDER unveils new tracks ‘Matter of Time’ and ‘Say Hi’

November 19, 2020 XS Noize

Following the global broadcast of Venture Into Cures, last night Eddie Vedder released a pair of singles—“Matter of Time” and “Say Hi.” Check out the two new tracks available at all digital streaming partners HERE […]

OCTOBER DRIFT release a beautiful new video for 'Naked' - Watch Now!
New Music

OCTOBER DRIFT release a beautiful new video for ‘Naked’ – Watch Now!

November 19, 2020 XS Noize

October Drift have revealed a beautiful new video for ‘Naked’, the title track from their stunning and poignant new acoustic EP out now via Physical Education Records. ‘Naked’ features delicate acoustic guitars, striking piano and […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Waves of Dread - Stars (beach cut)
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TRACK PREMIERE: Waves of Dread – Stars (beach cut)

November 19, 2020 Gareth O'Malley

Newcastle trio Waves of Dread have certainly been busy. The band haven’t allowed themselves to be knocked back by pandemic-related uncertainty in the slightest, releasing their aptly-named second EP II back in July, with more […]

SHAME announce new album 'Drunk Tank Pink' - Watch video for new track 'Water in the Well' 1
Gigs

SHAME announce new album ‘Drunk Tank Pink’ – Watch video for new track ‘Water in the Well’

November 18, 2020 XS Noize

shame have today announced that their long-anticipated new album, Drunk Tank Pink, will be released on 15th Jan via Dead Oceans. Alongside, the band have shared a Pedro Takahashi directed video for brand new single […]

GOLDIE releases 'Inner City Life' remix package to celebrate 25th Anniversary of 'Timeless' 1
New Music

GOLDIE releases ‘Inner City Life’ remix package to celebrate 25th Anniversary of ‘Timeless’

November 18, 2020 XS Noize

Goldie’s groundbreaking album ‘Timeless’ turns 25, and to celebrate Clifford Joseph Price — the pioneering producer and DJ announces new remixes of his seminal album track and classic, “Inner City Life”. Diverse yet crucially characteristic, […]

WELSHY releases new single ‘Haiti’ - Listen Now
Featured Interview

INTERVIEW with Irish producer / DJ WELSHY

November 18, 2020 Neal McClelland

It’s a well-known fact that Ireland, as a country, has always punched pretty hard in terms of music exporting globally over the years. XS Noize Neal McClelland catches up one of the new breeds of […]

THE DEARS share video for new single 'Christmas Love' - Watch Now! 1
Gigs

THE DEARS share video for new single ‘Christmas Love’ – Watch Now!

November 18, 2020 XS Noize

Montreal husband & wife duo The Dears will help spread some joy this holiday season, in an otherwise difficult year, with a new 7” single featuring their original “Christmas Love” b/w a cover of the […]

GAVIN THORPE releases new single ‘From Now On’ - Listen Now
New Music

GAVIN THORPE shares video for new single ‘Run Away’ – Watch Now!

November 18, 2020 XS Noize

Since signing to Atlantic Records and Universal Publishing in 2001, Bristol singer-songwriter Gavin Thorpe has written and recorded 5 albums, as well as performing, recording and co-writing with other artists. A video for Gavin’s new […]

Killing Joke bassist and producer YOUTH announces new record label
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Killing Joke bassist and producer YOUTH announces new record label

November 18, 2020 XS Noize

Killing Joke bassist and award-winning producer, Youth has announced that he will launch a new record label in December 2020. The Youth Sounds imprint will unleash an innovative, exciting and varied array of artists on […]

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