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        • Modest Mouse
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          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

          Beck
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          BECK Announces Tour Following Surprise New Single ‘Ride Lonesome’

          April 21, 2026

          Yesterday, eight-time GRAMMY winner Beck unveiled the stunning new surprise single, “Ride Lonesome.” Today, Beck follows that hypnotically sublime ballad with the announcement of the Ride Lonesome Tour, a 25-date trek stopping at some of […]

          future islands
          News

          Future Islands share ‘The Ink Well’ and ‘One Day’

          April 21, 2026

          Over the past twenty years, Future Islands have travelled a rare arc — from promising newcomers to something closer to a best-kept secret, from cult favourites to a band that has quietly endured. Rather than […]

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        • Album Reviews

          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols – Pin Ups

          March 25, 2026

          There’s long been a subtle rebellious streak at the core of The Dandy Warhols. Since emerging from Portland in 1994, they’ve approached genres as something fluid rather than fixed, and Pin Ups – their 2026 […]

        • 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
          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 […]

  • 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
          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 […]

          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
        • Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
          Podcast

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280

          April 14, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Carol Decker for a candid, funny and revealing conversation about T’Pau’s return with the new album Be Wonderful. You can watch […]

          The Boxer Rebellion
          Podcast

          The Boxer Rebellion on ‘The Second I’m Asleep’ and the reset that brought them back | XS Noize Podcast #279

          April 7, 2026

          The Boxer Rebellion return with The Second I’m Asleep — their first full-length studio album since 2018. In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Nathan Nicholson and Piers Hewitt join Mark Millar to talk […]

          The Dandy Warhols
          Podcast

          Courtney Taylor-Taylor on Pin Ups, Dig! and taking back The Dandy Warhols narrative | XS Noize Podcast #278

          April 1, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Courtney Taylor-Taylor — frontman, songwriter and creative force behind The Dandy Warhols — to talk about the band’s latest release Pin Ups, […]

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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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PAUL CARRACK Announces New Album 'These Days' + UK tour dates
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PAUL CARRACK Announces New Album ‘These Days’ + UK tour dates

July 26, 2018 XS Noize

Paul Carrack returns with a brand new studio album and is ready to reach new heights with ‘These Days’, released on 7th September on his own record label, Carrack-UK. In addition to the release of […]

IDLES release video for new single "Samaritans" - Watch Now 1
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IDLES release video for new single “Samaritans” – Watch Now

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

This afternoon IDLES have shared new material in a searing takedown of toxic masculinity entitled “Samaritans”. A live favourite for some time, the Theo Watkins directed music video compiles archival clips displaying traditional masculine imagery. […]

DAPHNE GUINNESS unveils the new video for latest single ‘No No No’ - Watch Now
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DAPHNE GUINNESS unveils the new video for latest single ‘No No No’ – Watch Now

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

Daphne Guinness has today released the new video for ‘No No No’, the latest single to be lifted from her new album ‘Daphne & The Golden Chord’, produced by Tony Visconti and available now across […]

ESTRONS announce debut album "You Say I'm Too Much, I Say You're Not Enough"
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ESTRONS announce debut album “You Say I’m Too Much, I Say You’re Not Enough”

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

The hotly-tipped Welsh alt-rock outfit Estrons last night announced their much-anticipated debut album “You Say I’m Too Much, I Say You’re Not Enough” during a session for Annie Mac on Radio 1, which you can […]

OCEAN COLOUR SCENE Announce UK Christmas Shows with very special guests Martha Reeves & The Vandellas
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OCEAN COLOUR SCENE Announce UK Christmas Shows with very special guests Martha Reeves & The Vandellas

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

The Birmingham band’s story is already the stuff of legend: a rip-roaring rockin’ folk odyssey set to a backdrop of over 20 years of UK pop culture at its very best. Ocean Colour Scene has […]

PALE WAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Elmwood Hall on Friday 5th October
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PALE WAVES announce debut album ‘My Mind Makes Noises’

July 25, 2018 XS Noize

Pale Waves have announced their highly anticipated debut album. ‘My Mind Makes Noises’ will be released 14 September 2018 through Dirty Hit and will feature the singles ‘There’s A Honey’, ‘Television Romance, ‘Kiss’, and new […]

Indie Pop outfit SAYTR PLAY unveil energetic new single ‘Fragile’ - Listen Now
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Indie Pop outfit SAYTR PLAY unveil energetic new single ‘Fragile’ – Listen Now

July 24, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester Indie Pop outfit Saytr Play has been making waves across the UK for some time. They return next month (August 17th) with an energetic new single ‘Fragile’, produced by Courteeners bassist Joe Cross, and […]

MILES KANE releases his third solo album ‘Coup De Grace’ August 10th
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MILES KANE Releases Video For New Single ‘Cry On My Guitar’ + Announces New Manchester Tour Date

July 24, 2018 XS Noize

Miles Kane today releases the official music video for ‘Cry On My Guitar’, the third track to be taken from his stunning third solo album ‘Coup De Grace’, out August 10th on Virgin EMI. Directed […]

GOMEZ announce 20th anniversary edition of Mercury Music Prize winning debut album 'Bring It On' + UK tour dates 3
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GOMEZ return to UK after sell-out shows celebrating 20th anniversary edition of Mercury Music Prize winning ‘Bring It On’

July 24, 2018 XS Noize

Due to the huge success of their Spring UK tour, Gomez will be returning this August and September to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of their Mercury Prize-winning record ‘Bring It On’. UMC has also released […]

BLOSSOMS announce a nine date UK tour for December 2018
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BLOSSOMS announce a nine date UK tour for December 2018

July 24, 2018 XS Noize

Blossoms have announced a nine-date UK tour for December 2018. Calling in Glasgow, Sheffield, Nottingham, Birmingham, Bristol and Southampton, the run of shows also includes two gigs at Manchester’s Victoria Warehouse and a London date […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB - Release 'Supernatural' single - Watch Video
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB – Release ‘Supernatural’ single – Watch Video

July 23, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester four-piece THE SLOW READERS CLUB have released their new single, ‘Supernatural’. The new song premiered with Chris Hawkins at BBC 6Music who said The Slow Readers Club are, “A band on the brink of […]

THE LUCID DREAM return with new album 'Actualisation' out 19th October
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THE LUCID DREAM return with new album ‘Actualisation’ out 19th October

July 23, 2018 XS Noize

Carlisle’s quartet, The Lucid Dream return in October with the release of their fourth album, Actualisation on 19th October. Driven by fans raising £10,000 to help replace all equipment robbed after a Paris show in […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Christopher Haul- 'If You Found Love'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Christopher Haul- ‘If You Found Love’

July 23, 2018 XS Noize

A hard-hitting electro anthem for finding love and holding onto it, laced with sincere sentiments and bubbling with retro synth sounds, ‘If You Found Love’ a co-write by London producer Phil Whitehead and acclaimed singer […]

PASSENGER releases new single 'Heart To Love' - Watch Now
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PASSENGER releases new single ‘Heart To Love’ – Watch Now

July 23, 2018 XS Noize

‘Heart To Love’ is the second single to be lifted from ‘Runway’, and follows the Radio 2 playlisted lead single ‘Hell Or High Water’, which has received over 14 million streams across Spotify, Apple Music […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Uncomely - 'Fun Times' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Uncomely – ‘Fun Times’ – Watch Now

July 21, 2018 XS Noize

Multi-national, Leeds-based DIY noise-rock collective Uncomely have released the first taste of their new Games People Play EP today. The abrasive, grunge-funk-punk sound of Fun Times is the lead track for the new record (available […]

PALE WAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Elmwood Hall on Friday 5th October
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PALE WAVES Unveil Video for ‘NOISES’ – Watch Now

July 20, 2018 XS Noize

Pale Waves have unveiled the video for ‘Noises’. ‘Noises’ finds the band at their most visually inventive yet and follows the release of their latest single ‘Kiss’ and Pale Waves’ addition to BBC Radio 1’s […]

THE KOOKS share empowering video for 'All The Time' - Watch Now
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THE KOOKS release new track ‘Four Leaf Clover’ – Listen Now

July 20, 2018 XS Noize

The Kooks today revealed ‘Four Leaf Clover’; the latest track taken from their forthcoming album Let’s Go Sunshine, which is due out on 31st August via Lonely Cat/AWAL Recordings. This follows the recent announcement of […]

THE PRODIGY premiere new single, 'Need Some1' + new album, 'No Tourists' out November 2nd 1
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THE PRODIGY premiere new single, ‘Need Some1’ + new album, ‘No Tourists’ out November 2nd

July 20, 2018 XS Noize

Scorching times demand scorching tracks. Hardcore temperatures sizzle sweetly with hardcore beats – and maybe a bit of acid squelch. Who better, then, to roar in out of the sun and soundtrack summer ’18 than […]

MUSE Release New Single 'SOMETHING HUMAN' - Watch Video
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MUSE Release New Single ‘SOMETHING HUMAN’ – Watch Video

July 19, 2018 XS Noize

Muse have today released ‘Something Human’, the new single is taken from their upcoming album, which will be released this November. Co-produced by the band and Rich Costey and mixed by Mark ‘Spike’ Stent, ‘Something […]

TRACK PREMIERE: L.A.D - 'My Toy’ - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: L.A.D – ‘My Toy’ – Listen Now

July 19, 2018 XS Noize

L.A.D are a synth-funk trio from Reading with a shared love of 80s nostalgia. Multi-instrumentalists Jack and Luke, having spent years accumulating vintage synths, guitars and drum machines, have teamed up with ginger bombshell Natalie […]

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