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        • The Proclaimers
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          The Proclaimers Share New Single ‘You May Offend’ From Forthcoming Album

          June 26, 2026

          The Proclaimers have shared “You May Offend,” the title track from their forthcoming new album, out September 11 via Cooking Vinyl. The album is Craig and Charlie Reid’s first since 2022’s Dentures Out and marks […]

          Kasabian
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          Kasabian Share New Single ‘SUPERPOWERS’ From Forthcoming Album ‘Act III’

          June 26, 2026

          Kasabian have shared their new single “SUPERPOWERS,” the third track to be taken from their forthcoming ninth studio album, Act III, out September 4. The new single follows the announcement of Act III and the […]

          Enter Shikari
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          Enter Shikari Announce Belfast Show At The Telegraph Building

          June 24, 2026

          Enter Shikari will bring their Lose Your Self Tour to The Telegraph Building, Belfast, on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. The St Albans band will be joined on the night by Girlfriend. Tickets go on sale […]

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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 […]

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          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 […]

        • 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 […]

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        • Chimers
          Interviews

          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • 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
          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
          Podcast

          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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David Gray
News

David Gray announces headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast

November 18, 2024 XS Noize

David Gray announced a headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast, as part of his Past & Present World Tour. Gray’s highly anticipated new album, Dear Life, will be released on January 17, 2025, through […]

Tide Lines
News

Tide Lines announce their fourth studio album ‘Glasgow Love Story’

November 15, 2024 XS Noize

As they prepare to play to 14,000 fans during their upcoming ‘Homeward Bound’ headline tour, Tide Lines now announce that their fourth studio album, ‘Glasgow Love Story’, will be released on April 25th, 2025, via […]

Big Brother Recordings Celebrate the 25th anniversary of OASIS' iconic third album 'Be Here Now' on August 21st 1
Features

Oasis family feud: What happened and have Liam and Noel patched things up?

November 15, 2024 XS Noize

Fifteen years after a dramatic backstage altercation tore the band apart, British rock band Oasis has reunited. Excitement has grown as fans of the rock band are gearing up for what promises to be a […]

The Zutons
News

THE ZUTONS announce spring 2025 UK headline tour

November 15, 2024 XS Noize

The Zutons are today announcing a run of UK headline tour dates for April 2025. Artist presale will begin at Wednesday 20th November at 9am GMT. Tickets will be on general sale from Friday 22nd […]

Less Than Jake – Uncharted EP Review
Album Reviews

Less Than Jake – Uncharted EP Review

November 15, 2024 Iam Burn

Less Than Jake have been around for over 30 years. Their brand of ska-punk has kept them popular, especially on the live circuit and at various festivals around the globe. They have a healthy back […]

Tom Meighan
News

Tom Meighan shares the video for his new single ‘Better Life’

November 15, 2024 XS Noize

TOM MEIGHAN shares the video for his latest single, ‘Better Life’, taken from his forthcoming album, ‘Roadrunner’, which will be released on 24 January on Blue Rocket Records. He will tour the UK this December. […]

Las Vegas
Features 2

Las Vegas Music Scene: From Casino Floors to Sold-Out Shows

November 14, 2024 XS Noize

Las Vegas has long been known as a town with neon lights, risk-taking, and amazing performers. But what about the music? That’s a whole other vibe. While Las Vegas is known for the excessive casino […]

The Farm
News

Indie godfathers, The Farm announce their first new album in 30 years with euphoric single ‘Forever & Ever’

November 14, 2024 XS Noize

Figureheads of the original indie/dance crossover scene, DIY-driven eighties post-punks and justice-seeking campaigners, The Farm have announced the release of their first album since 1994 with beatsy, feelgood lead single, “Forever & Ever” – OUT […]

NI Music Prize 2024
News

NI Music Prize 2024: A Huge Night for Northern Ireland

November 14, 2024 XS Noize

The NI Music Prize took the roof off the Ulster Hall last night with an outstanding evening of Music from Northern Ireland. Featuring legends, contenders and show-stoppers, the event did not fail to deliver the […]

Saint Etienne
News

Saint Etienne announce their 12th studio album ‘The Night’ and share focus track ‘Half Light’

November 14, 2024 XS Noize

Beloved British trio Saint Etienne will release their twelfth studio album, “The Night,” through Heavenly Recordings on December 13th, 2024. A follow-up to their critically acclaimed 2021 album, “I’ve Been Trying To Tell You,” “The […]

Sam Fender
News

Sam Fender announces his highly anticipated third album ‘People Watching’

November 13, 2024 XS Noize

People Watching is released 21st February 2025 via Polydor Records. Sam produced his record alongside bandmates Dean Thompson and Joe Atkinson over two years, working firstly in London in 2023 with producer Markus Dravs, and […]

Coldplay
Gigs

Coldplay ready to light up London during 2025 tour

November 13, 2024 XS Noize

British rock band Coldplay has been traveling around the world, entertaining fans with hits like Yellow and My Universe, as well as their collaboration with K-pop superstars BTS on Higher Power, to promote their ninth […]

Bob Dylan
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Bob Dylan live at the Royal Albert Hall: A Night of Reinvention

November 13, 2024 Michael Barron

Bob Dylan’s storied relationship with the Royal Albert Hall dates back to 1965. A year later, he returned to play what has since been immortalized as his “most famous concert ever,” a show now etched […]

Ciaran Lavery
Podcast

Stepping into the Strange: Ciaran Lavery Unveils the World of ‘Light Entertainment’

November 13, 2024 XS Noize

In Episode #200 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar interviews acclaimed Northern Irish singer-songwriter Ciaran Lavery about his stunning new album Light Entertainment. Light Entertainment, Lavery’s fifth studio album and first since 2020’s […]

DOVES announce 'Constellations For The Lonely' 2025 UK Tour
Gigs

DOVES announce ‘Constellations For The Lonely’ 2025 UK Tour

November 13, 2024 XS Noize

DOVES will return to the road for a full UK Tour following the release of their upcoming sixth studio album, Constellations For The Lonely, in February next year. The Manchester band will return to their home city […]

IN FOCUS// Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds - O2 Arena, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds – O2 Arena, London

November 12, 2024 Denise Esposito

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds delivered two unforgettable performances at London’s O2 Arena on Friday, November 8, and Saturday, November 9, 2024.     Nick Cave was triumphant during the two-and-a-half-hour set, which featured […]

CAMELPHAT
Gigs

CAMELPHAT announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

A driving force in the dance music world, CAMELPHAT returns to Belfast next February following sell-out shows in recent years at CHSq and The Telegraph Building and a massive headline set at Emerge in 2023. […]

Ryan Adams
Gigs

Ryan Adams to bring Heartbreaker Tour to Belfast and Dublin

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

Ryan Adams is a seven-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter praised as “one of rock’s most talented songwriters”. Formerly fronting rock-Americana groups Whiskeytown and Ryan Adams & the Cardinals, Adams has the ability to connect with audiences across […]

Hard-Fi
News

Hard-Fi drop new track ‘Don’t Need You’ – from ‘Don’t Go Making Plans’ EP out this Friday

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

Hard-Fi today drop another fantastic new track ‘Don’t Need You’ – the final instalment before the release of their forthcoming Don’t Go Making Plans EP this Friday, November 15th, on Ignition Records – the day […]

Public Image Ltd (PiL)
Gigs

Public Image Ltd (PiL) Announce Major Tour for 2025

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

John Lydon’s iconoclastic band Public Image Ltd (PiL) has announced a major tour of the UK and Ireland for summer 2025. The 23-date tour, billed as ‘This Is Not The Last Tour,’ will start in […]

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