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        • Chance Peña
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          Chance Peña Returns With New Single ‘The Voyager’ Ahead of UK & Ireland Tour

          May 8, 2026

          Today, Texas-born singer, songwriter, and producer Chance Peña unveils his new single “The Voyager,” alongside a brand new cinematic visual. “The Voyager” unfolds as a dynamically layered song, beginning in an intimate, stripped-back space before […]

          BSS
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          Broken Social Scene share video for “Only The Good I Keep” from acclaimed new album “Remember The Humans”

          May 8, 2026

          Broken Social Scene return with their acclaimed new album Remember The Humans released today via City Slang in the UK/EU and Arts & Crafts in North America. The LP, their first in nearly a decade, is a return to […]

          Everyone Says Hi
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          Everyone Says Hi return with infectious new single ‘Just Like That’

          May 8, 2026

          After the release of their acclaimed self-titled debut album last year, indie-pop supergroup Everyone Says Hi are back with their first single of the new year, “Just Like That”. The track is taken from their […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi - Fig Tree
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi – Fig Tree

          May 7, 2026

          This is the time of year when music lovers are on the lookout for that perfect summer album — a record to effortlessly soundtrack beach bars, balmy evenings, road trips and sunny strolls. Look no […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

        • Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N - Esther Yi
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          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: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

          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 […]

        • 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
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          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
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          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
        • 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
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          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. […]

  • Podcast
        • da Googie
          Podcast

          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

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Mark Millar is the founder of XS Noize and host of the XS Noize Podcast, where he interviews top music artists and emerging talent. Known for insightful, in-depth conversations, Mark brings a passionate, fan-first approach to music journalism. Favourite album: Achtung Baby by U2. Follow on X: @mark_xsnoize.
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STEREOPHONICS release new single 'Forever' today - taken from forthcoming album 'Oochya!' 1
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STEREOPHONICS release new single ‘Forever’ today – taken from forthcoming album ‘Oochya!’

January 25, 2022 XS Noize

Stereophonics today unveil their new single ‘Forever’ — the third instalment from their forthcoming album ‘Oochya!’, out 4th March 2022 via Stylus Records through Ignition Records Ltd. ‘Forever’ follows the previously released ‘Hanging On Your […]

SOAK announces new album 'If I Never Know You Like This Again' Out 20th May - Watch video for new track 'last july'
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SOAK announces new album ‘If I Never Know You Like This Again’ Out 20th May – Watch video for new track ‘last july’

January 25, 2022 XS Noize

Bridie Monds-Watson, aka SOAK has announced their third album If I Never Know You Like This Again today. It will be released by Rough Trade Records on May 20th, 2022. Listen to a new track […]

AU/RA shares video for new single ‘plz don’t waste my youth’
New Music

AU/RA shares video for new single ‘plz don’t waste my youth’

January 24, 2022 XS Noize

Still just 19-years-old, Au/Ra has already achieved so much. With over a billion streams to date, 7.5 million monthly listeners at Spotify, and two UK chart hits (‘i miss u’ with Jax Jones and ‘Panic […]

THE KOOKS announce Inside In / Inside Out 15th anniversary UK tour
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THE KOOKS announce Inside In / Inside Out 15th anniversary UK tour

January 24, 2022 XS Noize

In celebration of its 15th anniversary, The Kooks reveal dates for the long-awaited UK TOUR, celebrating their seminal debut album ‘Inside in/Inside Out’. The Kooks began their career with a bang in 2004 and have […]

MICHAEL HEAD returns for 2022 with eight-date UK Tour and new album details
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MICHAEL HEAD returns for 2022 with eight-date UK Tour and new album details

January 24, 2022 XS Noize

Finding that luck, love and letting things roll works out for him just fine, Michael Head leads his Red Elastic Band into a fresh chapter with optimism and some of the best music of his […]

JAMIE WEBSTER announces his biggest ever UK Tour
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JAMIE WEBSTER announces his biggest ever UK Tour

January 24, 2022 XS Noize

From Liverpool songbird to national hero, the establishment-baiting pied piper from the banks of the Mersey, Jamie Webster rides a towering wave of success and announces a run of nine major venues, UK & Ireland […]

INTERVIEW: Bernard Butler on the reissue of his debut solo album 'People Move On' 2
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INTERVIEW: Bernard Butler on the reissue of his debut solo album ‘People Move On’

January 23, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #62 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with legendary guitarist, songwriter and award-winning music producer Bernard Butler. On 11th February 2022, Demon Music Group will release a box set of […]

Peter Doherty & Frédéric Lo announce the release of their new album ‘The Fantasy Life of Poetry & Crime’ 1
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Peter Doherty & Frédéric Lo announce the release of their new album ‘The Fantasy Life of Poetry & Crime’

January 21, 2022 XS Noize

Peter Doherty & Frédéric Lo announce the release of their new album ‘The Fantasy Life of Poetry & Crime’ through Strap Originals on Friday 18th March. A new single ‘You Can’t Keep It From Me […]

DURAN DURAN make first-ever appearance on Austin City Limits - Watch the band perform 'TONIGHT UNITED'
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DURAN DURAN make first-ever appearance on Austin City Limits – Watch the band perform ‘TONIGHT UNITED’

January 21, 2022 XS Noize

Austin City Limits (ACL) Season 47 rocks on with an epic hit-filled hour starring the great Duran Duran in their first-ever appearance on the ACL stage. One of the most acclaimed and exciting live acts […]

What are digital technologies used by online casinos?
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What are digital technologies used by online casinos?

January 21, 2022 XS Noize

The online gambling industry is coming up with new technologies every day, and these new technologies determine how we interact with online casinos. These technological advancements enable millions of players worldwide to gamble at online […]

DAVID GRAY announces rescheduled dates for UK and Ireland tour to celebrate The 20th Anniversary of White Ladder
Gigs

DAVID GRAY announces rescheduled dates for UK and Ireland tour to celebrate The 20th Anniversary of White Ladder

January 21, 2022 XS Noize

Postponed from 2020 due to the pandemic, Multi-platinum, multi-Brit and Grammy-nominated, British singer-songwriter David Gray’s 14-date tour across the UK and Ireland to celebrate White Ladder: The 20th Anniversary is to go ahead in May […]

Belfast singer-songwriter GARETH DUNLOP releases video for new single ‘Look Back Smiling’
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Belfast singer-songwriter GARETH DUNLOP releases video for new single ‘Look Back Smiling’

January 21, 2022 XS Noize

Belfast born singer-songwriter and producer Gareth Dunlop has been recognised as an accomplished talent ever since the BBC tipped him as ‘one to watch’ in 2010 when he was not long out of his teens. […]

FATHERSON share video for new single 'Dive' - Watch Now 1
New Music

FATHERSON share video for new single ‘Dive’ – Watch Now

January 21, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Glaswegian three-piece Fatherson have shared a video for their new single titled “Dive”. Recorded at RAK Studios in London with producer Steph Marziano (Hayley Williams, Denai Moore, Mumford & Sons), the new single is […]

CAROLESDAUGHTER shares music video for new single 'Target Practice'
New Music

CAROLESDAUGHTER shares music video for new single ‘Target Practice’

January 21, 2022 XS Noize

Today, gold-certified alternative pop artist carolesdaughter—a.k.a. Thea Taylor—returns with a new single and music video entitled “Target Practice” via Arista Records.  About the song and video, Thea commented, “I wrote ‘Target Practice’ as an anthem […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: STAY GLDN - Dead Ends, Fake Friends
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: STAY GLDN – Dead Ends, Fake Friends

January 21, 2022 XS Noize

Tell us about ‘Dead Ends, Fake Friends’ on catchy pop anthem released 21st January 2022 Bristol-based duo STAY GLDN kick-off 2022 on a high with buoyant new single ‘Dead Ends, Fake Friends’, crafting a narrative […]

RIDING THE LOW announce their brand-new album ‘The Death of Gobshite Rambo’ - Hear new single ‘Carapace Of Glass’
New Music

RIDING THE LOW announce their brand-new album ‘The Death of Gobshite Rambo’ – Hear new single ‘Carapace Of Glass’

January 20, 2022 XS Noize

Riding The Low have announced their brand-new album ‘The Death of Gobshite Rambo’. The record will be released on April 8th 2022, with album opener ‘Carapace Of Glass’ released today, following it’s premiere on 6 […]

MELODY'S ECHO CHAMBER announces new album 'Emotional Eternal' & shares new single 'Looking Backward' 1
New Music

MELODY’S ECHO CHAMBER announces new album ‘Emotional Eternal’ & shares new single ‘Looking Backward’

January 20, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Melody’s Echo Chamber returns with her heavenly psychedelic pop and the announcement that her magnificent third studio album, Emotional Eternal, is due for release on April 29th via Domino. Emotional Eternal is a glorious […]

WOLF ALICE announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on 1st September 2022 1
Gigs

WOLF ALICE announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on 1st September 2022

January 20, 2022 XS Noize

Wolf Alice confirm rescheduled details for their two 3Olympia Theatre shows – and add BELFAST show due to demand at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on 1st September 2022. Tickets are on sale tomorrow at 10am […]

London-based singer VIJI announces her new EP Cali - Watch video for new single 'Mercy'
New Music

London-based singer VIJI announces her new EP Cali – Watch video for new single ‘Mercy’

January 20, 2022 XS Noize

London-based singer Viji – aka Vanilla Jenner – announces her new EP Cali. The 6-track EP will be released on Friday 11th March via Dirty Hit. To celebrate the announcement, she shares a brand new […]

Swedish theatrical rock outfit GHOST announce new album IMPERA - Hear first single 'Call Me Little Sunshine' 3
Gigs

Swedish theatrical rock outfit GHOST announce new album IMPERA – Hear first single ‘Call Me Little Sunshine’

January 20, 2022 XS Noize

“We’re building our empire from the ashes of an old” as  GRAMMY-winning Swedish theatrical rock outfit GHOST announces the impending arrival of  IMPERA, the band’s fifth full-length studio album out March 11th via Loma Vista Recordings.  IMPERA is heralded by today’s release of its […]

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