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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
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          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
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          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
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          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 […]

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          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 […]

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          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 […]

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        • 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
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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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        • 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
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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 […]

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        • ROSA WALTON
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          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
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          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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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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ELA ORLEANS - RELEASES New Album on Howie B's label / LIVE SHOWS
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ELA ORLEANS – RELEASES New Album on Howie B’s label / LIVE SHOWS

May 14, 2015 XS Noize

‘Upper Hell’ is the sixth album to be released by pop noir collagist Ela Orleans. Produced by Howie B, it’s out now on his new label, HB Recordings. Howie was introduced to Ela’s music by […]

The Twilight Sad
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE TWILIGHT SAD – ‘It Never Was The Same’ – Listen / Watch

May 14, 2015 XS Noize

Following on from last year’s widely acclaimed fourth album, Nobody Wants to Be Here and Nobody Wants to Leave, Scotland’s The Twilight Sad unveil the video to their new single ‘It Never Was the Same, […]

WIN:  tickets to see The Who in Belfast's Odyssey Arena on 21st June 2015
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WIN: tickets to see The Who in Belfast’s Odyssey Arena on 21st June 2015

May 13, 2015 XS Noize

“The Who Hits 50” 50th anniversary tour is coming with hits such as Won’t Get Fooled Again, My Generation, Baba O’Riley, Who Are You, I Can’t Explain, Pinball Wizard, Behind Blue Eyes and many more. […]

EDITORS - Announce massive European tour, see dates / download new song
Gigs

EDITORS – share video for new track ‘No Harm’ – Watch

May 13, 2015 XS Noize

Watch the new official video for ‘No Harm’ BELOW. Directed by Rahi Rezvani. The track is still available as a free download from the bands website. Editors recently announced their plans for a comeback in […]

ARBORIST: Debut Single "Twisted Arrow" Featuring KIM DEAL out 4th May - listen
New Music

ARBORIST share video for “Twisted Arrow” (featuring Kim Deal)

May 13, 2015 XS Noize

The debut single from Northern Ireland’s ARBORIST is “Twisted Arrow” featuring Kim Deal from The Breeders/Pixies on backing vocals. Fronted by singer songwriter, Mark McCambridge, Arborist’s music is measured and mature, while remaining starkly modern. […]

EMILIE NICOLAS - Shares Stunning, new video for the single 'Pstereo' - Watch
New Music

EMILIE NICOLAS – Shares Stunning, new video for the single ‘Pstereo’ – Watch

May 13, 2015 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of her stunning debut LP ‘Like I’m A Warrior’ on June 29th, Emilie Nicolas has unveiled the brand new video for ‘Pstereo’, the single which is out June 22nd. The Emilie […]

GENGAHR - ANNOUNCE UK OCT TOUR
Gigs

GENGAHR – ANNOUNCE UK OCT TOUR

May 13, 2015 XS Noize

Following the announcement of their debut album A Dream Outside – slated for a June 15th Release through Transgressive Records – North London’s Gengahr are set to head out on the road this October for […]

ICKY BLOSSOMS - NEW ALBUM 'MASK' OUT THIS MONTH - Watch video
New Music

ICKY BLOSSOMS – NEW ALBUM ‘MASK’ OUT THIS MONTH – Watch video

May 13, 2015 XS Noize

Electronic pop trio Icky Blossoms share their new video for single “In Folds” below. The video finds the band in their very own own horror film and not for the faint of heart! As the […]

TRACK OF THE DAY : LIGHTS THAT CHANGE - 'Voices' Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY : LIGHTS THAT CHANGE – ‘Voices’ Listen

May 13, 2015 XS Noize

Lights That Change is an alternative ethereal dreampop outfit, hailing from North Wales and headed by Marc Joy. After many years producing other artists, he finally turned his attention towards his own creative endeavours. Thus […]

THE TWILIGHT SAD'S JAMES GRAHAM TALKS ABOUT END OF TOUR + NEW SINGLE WITH ROBERT SMITH
Interviews

THE TWILIGHT SAD’S JAMES GRAHAM TALKS ABOUT END OF TOUR + NEW SINGLE WITH ROBERT SMITH

May 12, 2015 XS Noize

The Twilight Sad have had their most successful year of their career after releasing their masterpiece ‘Nobody Wants to Be Here, and Nobody Wants to Leave’, one of the best albums released last year. I […]

TRACK OF THE DAY : CEREMONY - ‘YOUR LIFE IN FRANCE
Album Stream

CEREMONY – STREAM NEW ALBUM THE L-SHAPED MAN – listen

May 12, 2015 XS Noize

In advance of next week’s release of their new album The L-Shaped Man, Ceremony is back today to share a stream of the record in its entirety. Check out The L-Shaped Man in full here […]

COURTNEY BARNETT RELEASES VIDEO FOR "DEAD FOX"
New Music

COURTNEY BARNETT RELEASES VIDEO FOR “DEAD FOX”

May 12, 2015 XS Noize

Courtney Barnett’s debut album which was released in March on Mom+Pop Music has taken the music world by storm, with critics hailing the Melbourne-based artist as one of the most important songwriters of her generation. […]

MOON KING ANNOUNCE US TOUR WITH MR TWIN SISTER THIS SUMMER
Gigs

MOON KING ANNOUNCE US TOUR WITH MR TWIN SISTER THIS SUMMER

May 12, 2015 XS Noize

Toronto duo Moon King released their debut LP Secret Life last month on Last Gang Records. Now, the band is wrapping up a run of dates with Doldrums and have announced a summer tour with […]

THE CURE'S Roger O'Donnell Releases Solo Album Feat. Julia Kent
New Music

THE CURE’S Roger O’Donnell Releases Solo Album Feat. Julia Kent

May 12, 2015 XS Noize

Best known for his role as keyboard player with alternative rock band The Cure, Roger O’Donnell has spent most of the last five years composing for orchestral strings. Ranging in size from the Wurttemberg Chamber […]

ORPHAN BOY  Announce third album Coastal Tones for May 25th
Gigs

ORPHAN BOY Announce third album Coastal Tones for May 25th

May 12, 2015 XS Noize

Featuring recent single ‘Beats Like Distant Tides’ and the forthcoming 2nd cut, ‘From the Provinces’, Cleethorpes’ Orphan Boy announce the release of their triumphant third album Coastal Tones for May 25th via Concrete Recordings. Offering […]

FUFANU share brand new track from forthcoming 'Adjust to the Light' EP + more LONDON shows announced.
Gigs

FUFANU share brand new track from forthcoming ‘Adjust to the Light’ EP + more LONDON shows announced.

May 12, 2015 XS Noize

Fufanu follow up their Circus Life debut with an EP of brand new material. ‘Adjust to the Light’ will be released as a 12” Vinyl and Digital Download via One Little Indian on Monday 29th […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: AUGUST WELLS - ‘Here in the Wild’ - Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: AUGUST WELLS – ‘Here in the Wild’ – Listen

May 12, 2015 XS Noize

‘Here in the Wild’ is a sumptuous piece of music by Ken Griffin (Rollerskate Skinny,Kid Silver and Favourite Sons) and New York pianist John Rauchenberger, with their new band August Wells. A thoughtful, piano and […]

SHAUN RYDER - RELEASES LIMITED EDITION Vinyl 12" - 'CLOSE THE DAM' - Listen
New Music

SHAUN RYDER – RELEASES LIMITED EDITION Vinyl 12″ – ‘CLOSE THE DAM’ – Listen

May 11, 2015 XS Noize

Shaun William Ryder once of Happy Mondays and Black Grape but now also known for UFO Documentaries, “I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here’ and having teeth not quite as white as former bandmate […]

MAXIMO PARK - Announce 10th Anniversary Shows
Gigs

MAXIMO PARK – Announce 10th Anniversary Shows

May 11, 2015 XS Noize

Maxïmo Park are pleased to mark their 10th anniversary with news of a series of live shows in November 2015. Celebrating ten years since the release of their debut ‘A Certain Trigger’, the band will […]

LUCY ROSE - Announces new album 'Work It Out'
New Music

LUCY ROSE – Announces new album ‘Work It Out’

May 11, 2015 XS Noize

Lucy Rose has announced details of a new album for the Summer. ‘Work It Out’ is released on the 6th July through Columbia Records. It features her recent, Radio 1 playlisted returning single ‘Our Eyes’, […]

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