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        • Placebo
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          Placebo Share Reworked ‘Lady of the Flowers’ From Forthcoming Album Placebo Re:Created

          May 1, 2026

          Today, Placebo release the newly reworked version of Lady of the Flowers, the second track to be shared from their forthcoming new album Placebo Re:Created, set for release 19th June 2026 via Elevator Lady Ltd through AWAL. Listen to Lady of the Flowers […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel Shares New Track ‘Won’t Stand Down’ From Forthcoming Album o\i

          May 1, 2026

          The flower moon of 1 May, 2026 is the first of two full moons in the month, and with it comes the release of the fifth song from Peter Gabriel’s forthcoming album o\i. Won’t Stand […]

          Natalia Imbruglia
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          Natalie Imbruglia announces new album ‘Algorithm’ and shares new single ‘Upside Down’

          April 29, 2026

          Natalia Imbruglia is known to millions as the star behind the global hit ‘Torn’ which remains one of the defining songs of the nineties. It started a phenomenal run of success which has included two BRIT Awards, three Grammy nominations, a Silver […]

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          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

        • 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
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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
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          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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        • Col Gerrard
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          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. […]

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        • 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
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          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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Kick off 2021 with TOMORROWLAND 31.12.2020 – a magical New Year’s Eve celebration 2
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Kick off 2021 with TOMORROWLAND 31.12.2020 – a magical New Year’s Eve celebration

December 31, 2020 XS Noize

On December 31, Tomorrowland is organising Tomorrowland 31.12.2020 – a magical New Year’s Eve celebration at the end of an exceptional year, counting down to the start of 2021. This unique digital festival on the […]

THE KUNTS aim for Christmas number one with their song 'Boris Johnson is a FU**NG C**T' 1
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THE KUNTS aim for Christmas number one with their song ‘Boris Johnson is a FU**NG C**T’

December 24, 2020 XS Noize

Comedy punk band The Kunts are aiming for Christmas number one with their explicit song ‘Boris Johnson is a FU**NG C**T’. It’s the song THEY don’t want to be Christmas number one but it’s storming […]

Join Northern Ireland’s finest musicians, actors, poetry and story-telling UNDER A CHRISTMAS SKY on Christmas Eve 2020 at 7pm!
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Join Northern Ireland’s finest musicians, actors, poetry and story-telling UNDER A CHRISTMAS SKY on Christmas Eve 2020 at 7pm!

December 23, 2020 XS Noize

Under a Christmas Sky features Northern Ireland’s finest musicians, actors, and poetry, filmed live at the Ulster Folk Museum. From traditional to contemporary everything you will see and hear has one thing in common – […]

From Colne to Stockholm - INTERVIEW with Milltown Brothers' MATT NELSON
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From Colne to Stockholm – INTERVIEW with Milltown Brothers’ MATT NELSON

December 23, 2020 XS Noize

Milltown Brothers released their fantastic new album on Stanley Records on the 6th of November 2020. ‘Stockholm’, recorded recently in their hometown of Colne in Lancashire, is the follow up to 2015’s ‘Long Road’ and will […]

PALE WAVES reveal the video for new single 'She's My Religion' - Watch Now!
New Music

PALE WAVES reveal the video for new single ‘She’s My Religion’ – Watch Now!

December 22, 2020 XS Noize

PALE WAVES frontwoman Heather Baron-Gracie stars in the deeply personal video for the band’s new single SHE’S MY RELIGION. Raw and honest, it represents a real relationship between two women. Recklessly in love, it shows […]

New Innovative Ways To Experience The Worlds Of Sports, Music, And Entertainment
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New Innovative Ways To Experience The Worlds Of Sports, Music, And Entertainment

December 22, 2020 XS Noize

Many social events like going to sports, going to concerts, or museum events often bring people together. The live experiences often change lives and also the ability to create a better future from real-time shared […]

XS Noize: ALBUMS OF THE YEAR 2020
Album Reviews

XS Noize: ALBUMS OF THE YEAR 2020

December 21, 2020 XS Noize

XS Noize: ALBUMS OF THE YEAR 2020 – Top 20 There isn’t much to say about 2020 that hasn’t already been said somewhere – it was chaotic, bizarre and unprecedented across all walks of life, […]

RINGO STARR reveals video for new single 'Here’s To The Nights' - Watch Now
New Music

RINGO STARR reveals video for new single ‘Here’s To The Nights’ – Watch Now

December 21, 2020 XS Noize

As this crazy year comes to a close, Ringo is offering a song of peace, love and friendship – “Here’s To The Nights” available now as a single and new video revealed today. Written by […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Caulbearers - Over Comes A Cloud
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Caulbearers – Over Comes A Cloud

December 18, 2020 XS Noize

Caulbearers are a Manchester-based collective of musicians, but with contributors also hailing from around the UK and Europe. Based on the songs of producer and vocalist Damien Mahoney, their sound has been described as “archaic […]

BONNIE TYLER announces the release of her brand-new studio album ‘The Best Is Yet To Come’, out on February 26th, 2021 1
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BONNIE TYLER shares lyric video for new single ‘When The Lights Go Down’

December 18, 2020 XS Noize

Today sees the release of Bonnie Tyler’s new song “When The Lights Go Down” from the forthcoming brand-new studio album “The Best Is Yet To Come”, out on February 26th, 2021 on earMUSIC. The song […]

GORILLAZ announce epic new video ‘THE LOST CHORD ft Leee John’ coming on Christmas Eve 1
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GORILLAZ announce epic new video ‘THE LOST CHORD ft Leee John’ coming on Christmas Eve

December 18, 2020 XS Noize

2020 that’s a wrap… Gorillaz closed out a year that no one will forget with three massive live shows beamed around the world from the basement of Kong Studios. Song Machine Live From Kong saw […]

JAKE BUGG shares Rudimental remix of 'All I Need' - Listen Now!
New Music

JAKE BUGG shares Rudimental remix of ‘All I Need’ – Listen Now!

December 18, 2020 XS Noize

Following the release of his new single and cinematic short film All I Need, Jake Bugg has shared an alternate version of the track with a remix by Rudimental. All I Need has received acclaim […]

CAMELPHAT unveil the video for their latest anthem ‘Easier’ - Watch Now!
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CAMELPHAT unveil the video for their latest anthem ‘Easier’ – Watch Now!

December 18, 2020 XS Noize

Multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated producer duo CamelPhat have unveiled the official video for their latest anthem ‘Easier’.  Directed by Tom Haines, the video portrays a series of dancers performing alone in empty London nightclub FOLD. The visual […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Psyrena - Christmas For One
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TRACK PREMIERE: Psyrena – Christmas For One

December 18, 2020 XS Noize

Alt-pop musician Psyrena (Madeleine Wise) opts for introspective minimalism on ‘Christmas For One’, a seasonal ode to all the craziness emanating around the world at the moment and offers us a glimmer of hope and […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Grasscut - Return Of The Sun
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Grasscut – Return Of The Sun

December 18, 2020 XS Noize

Grasscut, the Brighton-based duo released their first new music in over five years on 11th December 2020. ‘Return Of The Sun’, available digitally via all major outlets, is the lead single from a new album, […]

The London production of LAZARUS live-stream announced to celebrate David Bowie's birthday & commemorate the 5th anniversary of his death
Gigs

The London production of LAZARUS live-stream announced to celebrate David Bowie’s birthday & commemorate the 5th anniversary of his death

December 17, 2020 XS Noize

To remember David Bowie on his birthday and to mark the fifth anniversary of his untimely death, producers Robert Fox and RZO Entertainment Inc are exclusively releasing the stream of the London production of Lazarus, captured […]

ENTER SHIKARI share their unusual video for ’T.I.N.A’ - Watch Now!
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ENTER SHIKARI share their unusual video for ’T.I.N.A’ – Watch Now!

December 17, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Enter Shikari share their unusual video for ’T.I.N.A’, directed and animated by filmmaker Matthew Taylor. ’T.I.N.A’ is taken from the band’s sixth album, ‘Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible’, which was released in April […]

LIFESHARE announce virtual online Christmas music festival this Saturday, December 19th 1
Gigs

LIFESHARE announce virtual online Christmas music festival this Saturday, December 19th

December 17, 2020 XS Noize

The homeless situation in Manchester has been an issue for some time but the pandemic has seen these numbers rise yet again, unfortunately. Lifeshare is a homeless charity based in Manchester and raises awareness for […]

MOGWAI announce special live performance premiere of new LP 'AS THE LOVE CONTINUES' on 13th February 2021 1
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MOGWAI announce special live performance premiere of new LP ‘AS THE LOVE CONTINUES’ on 13th February 2021

December 17, 2020 XS Noize

Mogwai today announce a very special live performance premiere of their tenth studio album As The Love Continues, performed and recorded at Tramway in their hometown of Glasgow. The performance will be broadcast worldwide at […]

PETE TONG and THE HERITAGE ORCHESTRA present the first ever global live stream event from the floor of London's O2 Arena 3
Gigs

PETE TONG and THE HERITAGE ORCHESTRA present the first ever global live stream event from the floor of London’s O2 Arena

December 17, 2020 XS Noize

Last week world-renowned DJ and dance music institution Pete Tong, Jules Buckley & The Heritage Orchestra unloaded into London’s empty O2 Arena to record a once in a lifetime edition of their annual sell-out show […]

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