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        • Massive Attack
          News

          Massive Attack release first new song in six years, ‘Boots on the Ground’ featuring Tom Waits

          April 16, 2026

          Massive Attack and Tom Waits release a new collaboration “Boots on the Ground” on Play It Again Sam, with an exclusive to vinyl B-side provided by Waits – a droll and sardonic spoken word piece […]

          Music Venue Trust Annual Report 2025
          News

          Music Venue Trust Annual Report 2025 reveals stark reality for Northern Ireland’s grassroots music venues

          April 15, 2026

          Northern Ireland has produced Snow Patrol, Two Door Cinema Club, The Undertones, Ash, Stiff Little Fingers, Gary Moore, Van Morrison and more from a population roughly the size of Greater Manchester. Every one of them […]

          madonna
          News

          Madonna has announced that her eagerly anticipated new album “Confessions II” will be released on July 3

          April 15, 2026

          Madonna announced today her eagerly anticipated new album Confessions ll is set for release on July 3rd via Warner Records. The new album is the continuation of the iconic counterpart Confessions on a Dance Floor. […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols – Pin Ups

          March 25, 2026

          There’s long been a subtle rebellious streak at the core of The Dandy Warhols. Since emerging from Portland in 1994, they’ve approached genres as something fluid rather than fixed, and Pin Ups – their 2026 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad - It’s the Long Goodbye
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

          March 24, 2026

          It’s been seven years since The Twilight Sad released It Won’t Be Like This All the Time — a record that cemented their place as one of the most emotionally direct and sonically powerful bands […]

        • 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

          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring ‘The Mountain’ to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut

          April 1, 2026

          Gorillaz finally made it to Belfast — and instead of rolling out a greatest hits set, they came in with something very different. Support came from Argentine rapper, singer and songwriter Trueno, and I’ve never […]

        • 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
        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

  • Podcast
        • Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
          Podcast

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280

          April 14, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Carol Decker for a candid, funny and revealing conversation about T’Pau’s return with the new album Be Wonderful. You can watch […]

          The Boxer Rebellion
          Podcast

          The Boxer Rebellion on ‘The Second I’m Asleep’ and the reset that brought them back | XS Noize Podcast #279

          April 7, 2026

          The Boxer Rebellion return with The Second I’m Asleep — their first full-length studio album since 2018. In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Nathan Nicholson and Piers Hewitt join Mark Millar to talk […]

          The Dandy Warhols
          Podcast

          Courtney Taylor-Taylor on Pin Ups, Dig! and taking back The Dandy Warhols narrative | XS Noize Podcast #278

          April 1, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Courtney Taylor-Taylor — frontman, songwriter and creative force behind The Dandy Warhols — to talk about the band’s latest release Pin Ups, […]

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Far From Saints
Gigs

FAR FROM SAINTS announce major UK headline tour

July 19, 2023 XS Noize

After earning a #5 chart position in the UK Official Albums Chart and widespread critical acclaim for their self-titled debut album, Far From Saints today announce details of their first full UK headline tour alongside […]

beabadoobee
News

beabadoobee shares video for new single ‘The Way Things Go’

July 18, 2023 XS Noize

beabadoobee has shared her new single THE WAY THINGS GO via Dirty Hit. With acceptance at its heart, the song is an airy, twinkling track that learns to come to terms with the cards that […]

Slowdive
News

SLOWDIVE share new single ‘skin in the game’ from their forthcoming album ‘everything is alive’

July 18, 2023 XS Noize

Today, Slowdive present their new song, ‘skin in the game,’ from their forthcoming album, everything is alive, out on 1st September on Dead Oceans. Following lead single ‘kisses’, ‘skin in the game’ is smudged and […]

EVILE
Gigs

EVILE announce headline show at Limelight, Belfast in March 2024

July 18, 2023 XS Noize

Formed in 2004, EVILE is one of the most influential and leading thrash metal bands of the 21st century. Originally from Huddersfield, Evile has transformed the metal scene in the UK and beyond, having released […]

Foy Vance
News

FOY VANCE returns to his hometown of Bangor for two shows in December

July 17, 2023 XS Noize

Foy Vance returns to his hometown of Bangor for two shows on Friday 8th & Saturday 9th December. The last time Foy played the Open House Festival in Bangor was in 2014, and the shows […]

SIPHO.
News

SIPHO. announces debut album PRAYERS & PARANOIA – Hear new single SOBER

July 17, 2023 XS Noize

Rising star SIPHO. releases his new single, “SOBER”, out now via Dirty Hit. The single is taken from his forthcoming debut album “PRAYERS & PARANOIA”, which is set to be released on 27th October via […]

Deacon Blue
News

DEACON BLUE release a new acoustic version of their classic hit ‘Chocolate Girl’

July 14, 2023 XS Noize

Deacon Blue today release a new acoustic version of their classic hit ‘Chocolate Girl’. This version of the much-loved track is taken from the brand new acoustic album Peace Will Come that is included within the forthcoming You […]

Izo FitzRoy
News

IZO FITZROY releases new single ‘Body of Mine’

July 14, 2023 XS Noize

Izo FitzRoy’s recent album ‘A Good Woman’ was a tour de force, her stunning vocal elegance and engaging lyrical talking points standing atop a vibrant blend of timeless soul, classic R&B and vigorous funk. The […]

David Gray
News

DAVID GRAY releases new White Ladder Live album – Hear new live recording of ‘Sail Away’

July 14, 2023 XS Noize

David Gray’s tour to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his phenomenally successful ‘White Ladder’ album proved to be a life-affirming celebration of a record that forever changed his future and which has soundtracked fans’ lives […]

Dexys
News

DEXYS share video for new single ‘My Submission’ ahead of sold-out release event in support of ‘Women’s Aid’

July 13, 2023 XS Noize

Storied pop-rock band Dexys today have shared the video for their stunning new single ‘My Submission’ – the fourth advance from their eagerly anticipated new album The Feminine Divine – out July 28th on 100% […]

shed seven
News

SHED SEVEN kick-off band’s 30th anniversary celebrations by announcing new autumn 2023 UK tour plus brand new album, ‘A MATTER OF TIME’

July 13, 2023 XS Noize

Shed Seven will return with their first album in more than six years when they release ‘A Matter of Time’ on January 12th 2024, via Cooking Vinyl. Coming as 2024 represents the band’s 30th anniversary […]

Charlotte Sands
News

Rising pop-punk star CHARLOTTE SANDS shares her new EP ‘Good Now’

July 12, 2023 XS Noize

Fresh from winning the Heavy Music Award for Best Breakthrough Album for ‘Love and Other Lies’, Charlotte Sands today unveils her new EP ‘Good Now’. The EP continues Charlotte’s rapid rise in 2023, which has […]

the streets
News

THE STREETS announce new album & feature film ‘The Darker The Shadow, The Brighter The Light’ & share first single ‘Troubled Waters’

July 12, 2023 XS Noize

Today, Mike Skinner announces the first full-length The Streets album since “Computers and Blues” in 2011. Accompanied by Skinner’s debut Feature Film of the same name, “The Darker The Shadow, The Brighter The Light”, the […]

WATER FROM YOUR EYES invert INTERPOL’S 'Something Changed' into a duet
News

WATER FROM YOUR EYES invert INTERPOL’S ‘Something Changed’ into a duet

July 12, 2023 XS Noize

Water From Your Eyes has taken on recent touring companions Interpol’s track “Something Changed” as part of the latter’s ‘Interpolations’ project, which sees songs from Interpol’s latest album ‘The Other Side Of Make-Believe’ reimagined by […]

The Drums
News

THE DRUMS announce new album ‘Jonny’ out Oct 13th – Hear new song “Better”

July 12, 2023 XS Noize

The Drums have officially announced ‘Jonny’, founding member Jonny Pierce’s forthcoming sixth studio album that will arrive October 13th, 2023, via ANTI- Records. Heartbreaking, playful, raucous, and serene all in turn, ‘Jonny’ as a body […]

Princess Goes
News

PRINCESS GOES announce new album ‘Come Of Age’ & UK live dates this Autumn

July 12, 2023 XS Noize

Confirming a new album and a European Tour – Princess Goes – the electronic project of Michael C. Hall, Peter Yanowitz and Matt Katz-Bohen – will return this Autumn. Back with the follow-up to their […]

IN FOCUS// Interpol at Somerset House, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Interpol at Somerset House, London

July 11, 2023 Denise Esposito

Interpol played a sold-out headline show at Somerset House in London on Monday, 10th July, 2023. The band has recently launched ‘Interpolations’: a new collaborative project which sees songs from their seventh album, The Other […]

ocean colour scene
News

OCEAN COLOUR SCENE announce ‘Yesterday Today: 2005 – 2013’ vinyl collection

July 11, 2023 XS Noize

Continuing their celebration of one Ocean Colour Scene, Demon Records are proud to present Yesterday Today 2005 – 2013. This is the third instalment in the ongoing series where the label focuses on a period […]

É Soul Cultura
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Luke Una presents – É Soul Cultura: Una Dos 2

July 11, 2023 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here weekly. Now then, sorry it’s been a while since my last ‘On The Turntable’ but […]

The Hives
News

THE HIVES release video for new track ‘Rigor Mortis Radio’

July 11, 2023 XS Noize

After tearing up stadiums across the UK with Arctic Monkeys, as well as a monumental Other Stage performance at Glastonbury Festival last month, The Hives release their brand new single ‘Rigor Mortis Radio’ – the […]

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