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          Oh Yeah Music Centre Releases ‘Scratch My Progress Vol. 14’ EP

          June 20, 2026

          The Oh Yeah Music Centre has released Scratch My Progress Vol. 14, a new EP showcasing music from the four artists selected for the programme’s 2025 cohort. This year’s cohort features Lord Jane, Pinsleep, GUSH […]

          Belfast TradFest
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          Belfast TradFest Announces Landmark 2026 Programme Across 40 Venues

          June 19, 2026

          Belfast TradFest has announced the full programme for its 2026 edition, which will take place from July 26 to August 2 across the city. The festival’s eighth edition will feature more than 1,000 artists across […]

          Kingfishr
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          Kingfishr Announce Belsonic Belfast Show And Major Outdoor Dates For 2027

          June 18, 2026

          Kingfishr have announced three major outdoor headline shows for 2027, including a Belfast Belsonic date. The Irish trio will play Belsonic in Belfast on June 11, 2027, before heading to Marlay Park in Dublin on […]

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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 […]

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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: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          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
          Live Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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 […]

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        • 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
          Interviews

          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. […]

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        • Dea Matrona
          Podcast

          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. […]

          The Hoosiers
          Podcast

          The Hoosiers on New Album ‘Compassion,’ Toxicity & Finding Joy Again | XS Noize Podcast #287

          June 2, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Irwin Sparkes and Alan Sharland from The Hoosiers. Irwin and Alan join Mark for a warm, funny and reflective conversation about […]

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NINA TRIBUS shares new single ‘Puff Puff’ - Listen Now
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NINA TRIBUS shares new single ‘Puff Puff’ – Listen Now

June 12, 2020 XS Noize

Making an entrance onto the London scene as if straight out of opulent baroque art, Nina Tribus definitely makes big vocals cool again. With her striking image, clearly a decadent diva from the Palace of […]

DAVID GILMOUR announces new single 'Yes I Have Ghosts' his first new music in five years
New Music

DAVID GILMOUR announces new single ‘Yes I Have Ghosts’ his first new music in five years

June 12, 2020 XS Noize

Bestselling author Polly Samson and Pink Floyd guitarist and vocalist, David Gilmour, have collaborated for the release of Samson’s forthcoming audiobook, ‘A Theatre for Dreamers’ (published by W.F. Howes on 25 June 2020). The ground-breaking […]

JEHNNY BETH shares short film 'We Will Sin Together' from debut Solo LP
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JEHNNY BETH shares short film ‘We Will Sin Together’ from debut Solo LP

June 12, 2020 XS Noize

Today, songwriter, singer, and author Jehnny Beth releases her debut solo album, a sonic tour de force entitled To Love Is To Live. The record was recorded in Los Angeles, London, and Paris, and features […]

THE CLOCKWORKS release their exhilarating latest single ‘The Future Is Not What It Was’ - Listen Now
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THE CLOCKWORKS release their exhilarating latest single ‘The Future Is Not What It Was’ – Listen Now

June 12, 2020 XS Noize

Today (12 June), THE CLOCKWORKS release their exhilarating latest single: ‘The Future Is Not What It Was’. Blending, visceral tight-knit rhythms akin to The Smiths or Idlewild and matching them with the foreboding intensity of […]

ANDREW CUSHIN shares new single 'Waiting For The Rain' - Listen Now
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ANDREW CUSHIN shares new single ‘Waiting For The Rain’ – Listen Now

June 12, 2020 XS Noize

20-year-old newcomer Andrew Cushin is quickly building a reputation in an old school, word-of-mouth style. A strong following in his hometown of Newcastle saw him sell out The Cluny before officially releasing any music, while […]

TRACK PREMIERE: TANZOS Addresses the tiring seek of approvals in roaring track  ‘How Do You Want Me?’
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TRACK PREMIERE: TANZOS Addresses the tiring seek of approvals in roaring track ‘How Do You Want Me?’

June 12, 2020 XS Noize

Hailing all the way from Austria, Mik Tanzos is the creative brain behind the indie rock project Tanzos. Soon to be marking his territory on the UK music scene, Tanzos gives listeners a taste of […]

Cork cult indie-rockers EMPEROR OF ICE CREAM release new single ‘Lambent Eyes’ - Watch Video
New Music

Cork cult indie-rockers EMPEROR OF ICE CREAM release new single ‘Lambent Eyes’ – Watch Video

June 12, 2020 XS Noize

It’s with a sense of unfinished business that Cork cult indie-rockers Emperor of Ice Cream emerge from their lengthy hiatus to release ‘Lambent Eyes’ on FIFA Records. The track is a gorgeous, hazy re-introduction to […]

The Coral's IAN SKELLY announces his second solo-album 'Drifter’s Skyline' - Hear first single 'Captain Caveman'
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The Coral’s IAN SKELLY announces his second solo-album ‘Drifter’s Skyline’ – Hear first single ‘Captain Caveman’

June 11, 2020 XS Noize

Some things come as easy as pie and the new album from Ian Skelly saw the solo artist, The Coral drummer and occasional co-conspirator in Serpent Power, become diviner of twelve, new songs laid down […]

TRICKY announces his 14th studio album 'Fall To Pieces' out September 4th - Hear lead single, ‘Fall Please’ 1
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TRICKY announces his 14th studio album ‘Fall To Pieces’ out September 4th – Hear lead single, ‘Fall Please’

June 11, 2020 XS Noize

Tricky announces his 14th studio album, Fall To Pieces, out September 4th on his own label False Idols, and shares its lead single, ‘ Fall Please’. The legendary producer might be over three decades deep […]

Indie-psych duo HI FRISCO unveil new video for 'Gold' - Watch Now
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Indie-psych duo HI FRISCO unveil new video for ‘Gold’ – Watch Now

June 11, 2020 XS Noize

After returning at the end of May to deliver their bold and explosive new single ‘Gold’, East London-based duo Hi Frisco now look to turn things up a notch as they deliver the brand new […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Big Black Delta - Canary
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Big Black Delta – Canary

June 11, 2020 XS Noize

Big Black Delta (Jonathan Bates) has announced the release of his newest LP, 4, out July 10th. With this announcement, Bates also shared the latest video-single off of the LP, “Canary” which XS Noize is […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Manic Street Preachers - Gold Against The Soul (Deluxe Reissue)
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Manic Street Preachers – Gold Against The Soul (Deluxe Reissue)

June 11, 2020 Ben P Scott

Following 2014’s acclaimed Futurology, the stellar, anthemic 2018 album Resistance Is Futile reaffirmed the Manics’ position as the UK’s most resilient and enduring guitar band. As well as continuing to make brilliant new music, their […]

RAZORLIGHT release video for ‘Burn, Camden, Burn’ featuring a 19 Year Old Johnny Borrell
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RAZORLIGHT release video for ‘Burn, Camden, Burn’ featuring a 19 Year Old Johnny Borrell

June 11, 2020 XS Noize

Razorlight have released the video for new single ‘Burn, Camden, Burn’, a previously never before heard track from 2009, out via Atlantic Culture Records. The video for ‘Burn, Camden, Burn’ is a window into a […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Blackout Balter - Wild One
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TRACK PREMIERE: Blackout Balter – Wild One

June 10, 2020 XS Noize

Blackout Balter is an electrifying, 5-piece Alternative Rock band from Nashville, Tennessee, USA. Their first EP, Twist And Bend, featured Dave Keuning (The Killers), and received critical acclaim by the famed Consequence of Sound and […]

FONTAINES D.C. share 'I Don't Belong' the opening track from forthcoming album - out July 31st
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FONTAINES D.C. share ‘I Don’t Belong’ the opening track from forthcoming album – out July 31st

June 10, 2020 XS Noize

Fontaines D.C. has shared the opening track from their forthcoming album ‘A Hero’s Death’ – out July 31 via Partisan. With its lonely intensity, “I Don’t Belong” stands in stark relief to the swagger that […]

ROE releases a live video for her acclaimed new single “Room to breathe”, filmed in lockdown
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ROE releases a live video for her acclaimed new single “Room to breathe”, filmed in lockdown

June 10, 2020 XS Noize

ROE releases a live video for her acclaimed new single “Room to breathe”, filmed in lockdown. The video features some well-known Derry musicians including Eoin O’Callaghan (Elma Orkestra), Niamh McGowan and Laura McFadden from the […]

TRAVIS return with new album '10 Songs' out October 9th 1
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TRAVIS return with new album ’10 Songs’ out October 9th

June 10, 2020 XS Noize

Beloved Scottish band Travis are back with the first new music from their stunning ninth studio album 10 Songs – out October 9th on BMG. The first single from 10 Songs is “A Ghost”, which […]

JANET DEVLIN embraces the outside world with 'Big Wide World' video 1
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JANET DEVLIN embraces the outside world with ‘Big Wide World’ video

June 9, 2020 XS Noize

Following the release of her long-awaited sophomore album Confessional and autobiography My Confessional last Friday, Janet Devlin has released “Big Wide World” her newest single/ video which fully embraces the outside world and inadvertently takes […]

WANDERLUST PT.2: Interview with JOJO & THE TEETH 1
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WANDERLUST PT.2: Interview with JOJO & THE TEETH

June 9, 2020 Sonja Sleator

Welcome to part two of the series. This week takes us all the way to Alberta in Canada where I’ll be speaking to Jojo from JoJo & the Teeth (formerly Jojo O & The Woods). […]

FEATURE: Pop Rocks vinyl figures 1
Features

FEATURE: Pop Rocks vinyl figures

June 9, 2020 Michael Barron

Andy Warhol brought us “Pop Art”, the BBC brought us “Top of the Pops”, Kellogg’s introduced us to “Snap, Crackle and Pop” and Simon Fuller brought us erm… “Pop Idol”. Now Funko has done something […]

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