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        • Nathan Connolly
          News

          Nathan Connolly shares the video for new single ‘Fires’ feat. Simon Neil of Biffy Clyro

          March 30, 2023

          Nathan Connolly has been the guitarist with the acclaimed Northern Irish rock band Snow Patrol since 2002. Since then, they have gone on to sell 17 million albums, achieve five UK platinum albums, an Ivor […]

          Björk
          Gigs

          Björk releases a new video for her track 'fossora'

          March 30, 2023

          Björk has shared a new video directed by herself, Viðar Logi, M/M (Paris) and FutureDeluxe for her track ‘fossora’. A word created by Björk and named after the feminine version of the Latin word for “digger”, […]

          Brix Smith
          Gigs

          BRIX SMITH announces summer UK headline tour

          March 30, 2023

          On a high after receiving widespread acclaim for her recent debut solo album ‘Valley of the Dolls’, the post-punk icon Brix Smith can now reveal details of her summer touring plans in support of the […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          City and Colour - The Love Still Held Me Near
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: City and Colour - The Love Still Held Me Near

          March 30, 2023

          There are a number of rock albums that chronicle the tragic loss of a friend or loved one. Hovering at the top of that list are offerings like Sufjan Steven’s Carrie and Lowell, Arcade Fire’s […]

          Alberta Cross - Sinking Ships
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Alberta Cross - Sinking Ships

          March 30, 2023

          I first stumbled across Alberta Cross when they supported Oasis back in 2008. At the request of Noel Gallagher no less, the band attempted to woo those who were mad-for-it in the crowd. Performing songs […]

        • Book Reviews

          Ziggy Marley - Music Is In Everything
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Ziggy Marley - Music Is In Everything

          January 16, 2023

          Back in 2020, Ziggy Marley teamed up with Lisa Loeb to release a catchy and infectious song that will get people of all ages to sing along called “Music Is in everything”. This song which […]

          pop rock icons
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Pop Rock Icons by Philippe Margotin

          December 15, 2022

          Judging by the front cover, one might expect Pop Rock Icons to be festooned with infographics. It isn’t. Instead, it’s a collection of photographs depicting “London’s Swingin’ 60s & 70s”. Rather than homogenise and cluster […]

        • 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

          Kasabian
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kasabian at The Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust

          March 27, 2023

          Underworld opened the first night of the 2023 series of live events in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust, the second night of music came from Wet Leg, and on the penultimate night of this wonderful […]

          IN FOCUS// Wet Leg at The Limelight, Belfast
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Wet Leg at The Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust

          March 27, 2023

          Following the sold-out first night of music by headliners Underworld in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust, Wet Leg, with two support bands CMAT and Honeyglaze, graced the Royal Albert Hall with a second night of […]

        • 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// The WAEVE at Lafayette, London Credit: Denise Esposito
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// The WAEVE at Lafayette, London

          March 29, 2023

          The WAEVE – Graham Coxon and Rose Elinor Dougall – embarked on a UK tour after the release of their eponymous debut album. The duo performed an intimate sold-out show in London at Lafayette on […]

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          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// The Answer at Limelight 2, Belfast

          March 24, 2023

          Irish rockers The Answer made a spectacular and long-awaited return to Limelight 2, Belfast last night in support of ‘Sundowners’ – their first studio album in almost seven years. Bernie McAllister was there to take […]

  • Gigs
        • Björk
          Gigs

          Björk releases a new video for her track 'fossora'

          March 30, 2023

          Björk has shared a new video directed by herself, Viðar Logi, M/M (Paris) and FutureDeluxe for her track ‘fossora’. A word created by Björk and named after the feminine version of the Latin word for “digger”, […]

          Brix Smith
          Gigs

          BRIX SMITH announces summer UK headline tour

          March 30, 2023

          On a high after receiving widespread acclaim for her recent debut solo album ‘Valley of the Dolls’, the post-punk icon Brix Smith can now reveal details of her summer touring plans in support of the […]

          Will Butler + Sister Squares
          Gigs

          Will Butler + Sister Squares share new single 'Willows' & announce autumn UK/EU tour dates

          March 29, 2023

          ‘Willows’ is the first new material from Butler since May 2022, and the debut release from Will Butler + Sister Squares. A New York–based band rooted in dance and theatre, Sister Squares is Sara Dobbs, […]

  • Interviews
        • Natalia Damini & Tito Jackson Talk “Attitude”
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Natalia Damini & Tito Jackson Talk 'Attitude'

          March 22, 2023

          “I think she is a very gifted performer.” While any female artist would love to hear or read, and perhaps has heard or read, such a statement from others over the course of their career, […]

          Thumpasaurus
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Indie pop-funk outfit Thumpasaurus on new single 'Lipstick Makeup'

          March 20, 2023

          Los Angeles-based indie pop-funk outfit Thumpasaurus recently released their latest single/music video, “Lipstick Makeup.” According to Thumpasaurus, “‘Lipstick Makeup’ is about saying f*ck it. I’m letting my freak out tonight and getting real nice with […]

          Billy Lockett
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Billy Lockett talks ‘Abington Grove’, mental health & the future

          February 22, 2023

          10 years ago, Billy Lockett came to huge attention, notably in the UK, when he toured with KT Tunstall. Three EPs, a family tragedy and a long and hard battle with sobriety later, this past […]

  • Podcast
        • Graham Lambert - Inspiral Carpets
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Graham Lambert on Inspiral Carpets - The Complete Singles

          March 31, 2023

          In episode #124 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Graham Lambert from Madchester legends Inspiral Carpets. Inspiral Carpets have released The Complete Singles, a brand new album compiling all of the […]

          The Answer
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: The Answer's Cormac Neeson on new album 'Sundowners'

          March 21, 2023

          In episode #123 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Cormac Neeson from the Irish rock band The Answer. The Answer makes a spectacular and long-awaited return with Sundowners – their first […]

          Sleaford Mods
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Sleaford Mods’ Jason Williamson on new album UK GRIM

          March 17, 2023

          In episode #122 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Jason Williamson from Sleaford Mods to talk about their new album UK GRIM out now on Rough Trade Records. The album is […]

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IN FOCUS// Saxon at The Ulster Hall, Belfast
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Mighty SAXON at The Ulster Hall, Belfast

March 5, 2023 Marc Leach

The iconic Ulster Hall in Belfast welcomed the return of heavy metal legends; the mighty Saxon! For nearly two hours, the Northern Irish faithful were treated to a metal performance like no other. Our photographer, […]

TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast
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IN FOCUS// TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast

January 10, 2023 Marc Leach

What a way to kick off 2023, with the return of the mighty; Trivium! As the Deadmen & Dragons Tour landed in the Ulster Hall, Belfast, Northern Ireland, our photographer Marc Leach was reliving his […]

IN FOCUS// The Dead Daisies live at the Limelight, Belfast
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Dead Daisies live at the Limelight, Belfast

December 12, 2022 Marc Leach

Rock supergroup, The Dead Daisies, made their triumphant return to the Limelight 1, Belfast. Founded by Australian guitarist David Lowry, this lineup of the band featured Doug Aldrich (Whitesnake, Dio), Brian Tichy (Whitesnake, Billy Idol) […]

LIVE REVIEW: The Hu at the Ulster Hall, Belfast
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Hu at the Ulster Hall, Belfast

December 7, 2022 Marc Leach

As the Rumble of Thunder passed over Belfast on a cold December night, the echoing sounds of “HU! HU! HU!” could be heard as the Mongolian horde crossed the Northern Irish mountains. Imagine if this […]

IN FOCUS// Suzi Quatro returns to the Waterfront Hall, Belfast
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Suzi Quatro returns to the Waterfront Hall, Belfast

September 24, 2022 Marc Leach

The Queen of rock ‘n’ roll, Suzi Quatro, made her long-awaited return to the Waterfront Hall in Belfast. The rock veteran had everyone up for a boogie for hits like ‘Devil Gate Drive’ and ‘Can […]

IN FOCUS// Magnum at Limelight 1, Belfast
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Magnum at Limelight 1, Belfast

September 11, 2022 Marc Leach

The legendary former Mama Boy’s member, Pat McManus, opened the night. Performing tracks of his own and classic Mama’s Boys tracks. After numerous rescheduled, prog icons Magnum made their return to Belfast. Performing such classics […]

LIVE REVIEW: Simple Minds at Custom House Square, Belfast, Northern Ireland
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Simple Minds at Custom House Square, Belfast, Northern Ireland

August 10, 2022 Marc Leach

Opening the night was Belfast’s own; Silent Running. It is incredible these guys supported Simple Minds during the ‘Sparkle In The Rain’ tour back in 1984. Scottish rock titans Simple Minds made their long-awaited return […]

LIVE REVIEW: Iron Maiden at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Iron Maiden at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast

June 14, 2022 Marc Leach

It was that time of the year, folks, the annual Belsonic Festival 2022’s lineup was a packed lineup, and who better to start it off than the return of godfathers of NWOBHM; Iron Maiden! But […]

IN FOCUS// Mortiis & Mayhem at Limelight 1, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Mortiis & Mayhem at Limelight 1, Belfast

May 19, 2022 Marc Leach

Norwegian cult act, Mortiis, brought his atmospheric “era one” performance back for this UK/Irish tour at Belfast’s Limelight 1. He was joined by, without doubt, the influential and most controversial band on the black metal […]

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