Blancmange’s story is one of two distinct chapters. In the early ‘80s, they infused the emergent synth-pop scene with oblique lyrics, wry British humour and occasionally tabla-tinged sonics, an unlikely mix which saw them soar […]
29th February 2024 – Happy leap day! Critically acclaimed rock group EELS have chosen to use the surplus time this extra day is providing by announcing their 15th studio album titled EELS TIME!, due for […]
In an era where digital innovation is reshaping every aspect of our lives, the music industry is undergoing a transformation that is blurring the lines between virtual and reality. With the rise of casino websites […]
The BRITs Week live event featuring Sleaford Mods marked a remarkable evening at a small grassroots venue with a 2,000 capacity, all supporting War Child—a noble cause aiding children affected by global conflicts. Sleaford Mods […]
Annie Clark, the musician better known as triple-GRAMMY-winning iconoclast St. Vincent, has confirmed the release date of her seventh full-length studio album: All Born Screaming will be delivered on April 26th via Virgin Music/Fiction Records. […]
Kelly Jones has today announced details of his brand-new studio album ‘Inevitable Incredible’, released on Stylus Records through Ignition Records Ltd on 3rd May 2024. The unveiling of the eponymous title track accompanies the news. […]
JAMES have released the second single to be taken from their new album YUMMY. OUR WORLD is available now across all DSPs, with the album to follow on 12 April. “Our World” holds onto the […]
Plucked from the 12 songs on his upcoming album, Michael Head and his Red Elastic Band release their latest single, the flute and brass-embellished, intricately-picked psych-folk beauty of “Connemara.” Taking flight to open greens far […]
In a riveting Episode #168 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar engages in a dynamic conversation with Phil Etheridge and Jon ‘Simmo’ Simcox from This Rebel, exploring the depths of their self-titled album […]
Electric Six have just announced their headline show in The Limelight, Belfast, on 29th November 2024. Mixing garage rock, disco, punk, new wave, and metal into cleverly dumb, in-your-face songs celebrating hedonism in multiple forms, […]
Today, Cigarettes After Sex announce their new LP, titled X’s (due 7/12), alongside their upcoming world tour, which features shows at some of the globe’s most iconic venues, like Madison Square Garden and London’s O2, […]
Belfast post-punk/electronic risers Chalk share biting new effort ‘Bliss’, out today (February 28th), marking the final reveal from their upcoming ‘Conditions II’ EP, set for release March 1st via Nice Swan Records (Sports Team, Pip […]
Record Store Day UK is honoured to announce Kate Bush as this year’s official ambassador. As part of her role, Kate will champion the special and unique culture of record shops all over the UK […]
Following a huge SOLD-OUT weekend in 2023, EMERGE, Ireland’s biggest Electronic Music Festival, is back in 2024 at Boucher Road Playing Fields, August Bank Holiday weekend. It promises to be the biggest yet, featuring brand […]
Stay Inside, the post-hardcore/indie/emo ensemble, unveils their sophomore album, Ferried Away, a compelling follow-up to their EP, My Fault, released in January 2024, setting the stage for a more immersive sonic journey. Having made an […]
Legendary American rock band JOURNEY will bring their 50th Anniversary Freedom Tour to the UK & Ireland later this year, playing 11 arena shows in October and November, culminating in a performance at London’s O2 […]
Following their sold-out Waterfront Hall and four sold-out shows at 3Olympia before Christmas, The Saw Doctors are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Saturday, 24th August, with special guests, […]
DIIV —Andrew Bailey, Colin Caulfield, Ben Newman, and Zachary Cole Smith—recently announced their fourth album, Frog in Boiling Water, which will be released on May 24th via Fantasy Records. Today, the band announced a North […]
PJ Harvey and actor Ruth Wilson have collaborated on a new video for Harvey’s latest single, “Seem an I”, created by Oscar-nominated Irish screenwriter and director Colm Bairéad. The video was shot at Kennel Farm […]
TesseracT, the renowned British progressive metal band, delivered an unforgettable performance at the O2 Ritz in Manchester on February 24th. The atmosphere was electrifying, with the audience actively engaged through spirited singing and crowd surfing. […]