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          30 Years of Fugees’ Iconic Album ‘The Score’ to Be Celebrated at Belfast’s Oh Yeah Centre

          April 24, 2026

          As part of CQAF 26, join us as we celebrate 30 years of the Fugees’ iconic album The Score with Blackjack + Jai Sian offering their take on this classic. From São Paulo to Belfast […]

          MUSE
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          MUSE unleash heavy new single ‘Cryogen’ from forthcoming album The Wow! Signal

          April 24, 2026

          MUSE release their fiery new single, “Cryogen.” The explosive track is the third taste of the band’s forthcoming tenth studio album, The Wow! Signal, which they announced in a broadcast from space last month and […]

          Tricky
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          TRICKY announces new album ‘Different When It’s Silent’ and shares new single ‘Out Of Place’

          April 22, 2026

          The legendary artist and producer Tricky today announces his new album, Different When It’s Silent, out 17 July 2026 via False Idols. His 15th studio album and first full-length release under his own name in six […]

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          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
        • 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 […]

          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 […]

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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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PEACOCK AFFECT RELEASES DOUBLE A-SIDE 'THE HEAVEN SMILES' AND 'WALLFLOWER'
New Music

PEACOCK AFFECT RELEASES DOUBLE A-SIDE ‘THE HEAVEN SMILES’ AND ‘WALLFLOWER’

November 17, 2014 XS Noize

The music of George Holman is released under an apt moniker – his songs are strikingly beautiful yet emotionally touching; the affectation of a peacock underpinned by George’s sincerity. George has been writing music from […]

BAND AID 30 UNVEIL SONG AND VIDEO: watch here
New Music

BAND AID 30 UNVEIL SONG AND VIDEO: watch here

November 17, 2014 XS Noize

THE latest version of Do They Know It’s Christmas was unveiled last night — with fans quick to heap praise on the “amazing” song and video. Donations started pouring in as soon as the Band […]

DARLING ANNOUNCE NEW EP FOR JANUARY RELEASE
New Music

DARLING ANNOUNCE NEW EP FOR JANUARY RELEASE

November 17, 2014 XS Noize

North Dublin duo Gary Harding and James McGuire, aka Darling, emerge from spending the past few months sequestered in the studio with a pocketful of great new music and a plan to make 2015 their […]

LITTLE DRAGON ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE “UNDERBART”
New Music

LITTLE DRAGON ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE “UNDERBART”

November 14, 2014 XS Noize

15th December brings the release of the “Underbart”, the fourth single from Little Dragon’s critically acclaimed studio album “Nabuma Rubberband” released earlier this year. 2014 has seen Little Dragon enjoy unparalleled success in the electronic-pop […]

NOEL GALLAGHER REVEALS NEW SINGLE, AND DELUXE ALBUM TRACKLIST, LISTEN HERE
New Music

NOEL GALLAGHER SHARES NEW SONG ‘DO THE DAMAGE’ listen here

November 14, 2014 XS Noize

‘Do The Damage’ is the B-Side to Gallagher’s new single ‘In The Heat Of The Moment’ and will also appear on the deluxe edition release of his forthcoming album ‘Chasing Yesterday’. Speaking about the song, […]

JAMES ROBINSON NEW EP 'START A FIRE' SET FOR RELEASE ON 1ST DECEMBER
New Music

JAMES ROBINSON NEW EP ‘START A FIRE’ SET FOR RELEASE ON 1ST DECEMBER

November 14, 2014 XS Noize

For Devonian songwriter James Robinson, the decision to leave behind the comfort of his touring band, and friends, was a tough one to make. Fronting Brighton-based, alt-pop band Two Spot Gobi, Robinson found success touring […]

YOUTH CLUB SIGN TO LAB RECORDS
New Music

YOUTH CLUB SIGN TO LAB RECORDS

November 14, 2014 XS Noize

Southend indie-pop band Youth Club have signed to LAB Records and will release their new EP ‘Brothers’ on February 1. listen to the first single from the record, ‘People,’ BELOW.

Erasure - The Violet Flame
New Music

ERASURE UNVEIL PARRALOX MIX OF NEW SINGLE ‘REASON’ listen here

November 14, 2014 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have unveiled the Parralox mix  taken from their forthcoming single, Reason, out on 24 November 2014. This heartfelt anthem backed with a pulsating dance beat is the second single […]

THE WANDS SHARE NEW VIDEO 'SOUND OF THE MACHINE' & ANNOUNCE NEW LIVE DATES
New Music

THE WANDS SHARE NEW VIDEO FOR ‘WAR’

November 13, 2014 XS Noize

Danish song writing duo The Wands return to the UK this November with their debut album The Dawn, a record that celebrates flamboyant, hallucinogenic acid rock, propelled by ideas and a, some might say, old-school […]

U2 CONFIRM NEW ALBUM IN 2014
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U2 SINGER BONO CHEATS DEATH ON BERLIN FLIGHT

November 13, 2014 XS Noize

The Daily Mail has reported, Bono and four friends cheated death yesterday when a rear door of their private jet fell off mid-flight. The Irish rock star was on board the Learjet 60 D-CGEO making the […]

CAST SHARE FREE DOWNLOAD OF NEW TRACK 'BABY BLUE EYES'
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CAST SHARE FREE DOWNLOAD OF NEW TRACK ‘BABY BLUE EYES’

November 12, 2014 XS Noize

‘Baby Blue Eyes’ is the first track from the next Cast album, due for release in 2015, 20 years after the debut album All Change. The fifth Cast album “Troubled Times” was released in 2012. […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB 'DON'T MIND'
New Music

THE SLOW READERS CLUB TO RELEASE LIVE ALBUM AND NEW SINGLE

November 12, 2014 XS Noize

Manchester based Indie/electro band The Slow Readers Club follow the huge success of their last single ‘Don’t Mind’ with the re-release of fan favourite, the stunning ‘Forever In Your Debt’, a taut, energetic and danceable […]

SUPERFOOD - DON'T SAY THAT
Album Reviews

SUPERFOOD – DON’T SAY THAT

November 12, 2014 XS Noize

Birmingham indie four piece Superfood bring us some 90’s nostalgia with their debut effort the upbeat Don’t Say That. The familiar 90’s baggy sound has been making a comeback over the past few years with […]

Aphex Twin
New Music

APHEX TWIN GIVES AWAY 21 NEW TRACKS TO DOWNLOAD: listen here!

November 12, 2014 XS Noize

Aphex Twin AKA Richard D James has shared 21 new tracks on his Soundcloud page to listen to or download free! He recently released the acclaimed album ‘Syro’ which we reviewed and gave a 9/10 […]

DEPECHE MODE STREAM LIVE IN BERLIN TRAILER watch here!
New Music

DEPECHE MODE STREAM LIVE IN BERLIN TRAILER watch here!

November 11, 2014 XS Noize

Depeche Mode will release ‘Live In Berlin DVD’ on 17th November filmed at the O2 World Berlin on Nov. 25 and 27 during last years “Delta Machine” tour. The concert film, directed by long time […]

RUSTIE SHARES VIDEO FOR NEW TRACK 'LOST' watch here
New Music

RUSTIE SHARES VIDEO FOR NEW TRACK ‘LOST’ watch here

November 11, 2014 XS Noize

Rustie can now announce the video to accompany ‘Green Language’ album track ‘Lost’ featuring Redinho. The film defies contemporary CGI music promos by employing a physical stage and sculpture of programmed bar lighting reacting to […]

FORT HOPE PREMIERE NEW SONG 'PLANS' listen here!
New Music

FORT HOPE PREMIERE NEW SONG ‘PLANS’ listen here!

November 8, 2014 XS Noize

Fort Hope have premiered a new song ‘Plans’ – as well as announcing news of their new self-titled EP which will be released on 8 February 2015 via LAB Records. You can pre-order the record […]

PRAWN TO RELEASE NEW LIMITED EDITION 7" EP 'SETTLED'
New Music

PRAWN TO RELEASE NEW LIMITED EDITION 7″ EP ‘SETTLED’

November 8, 2014 XS Noize

On 25th November 2014, NJ indie rock outfit Prawn will digitally release a new EP titled ‘Settled’, featuring two b-sides from their ‘Kingfisher’ recording session. Additionally, the EP will be available on vinyl, as a […]

KLOZAPIN RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM IN DECEMBER
New Music

KLOZAPIN RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM IN DECEMBER

November 8, 2014 XS Noize

Initially beginning as a bedroom project, New York’s Klozapin was formed in January 2014 by Mitchell Todorov (Guitar/Vocals), Paul Simone (Bass/Vocals), Nick Connor (Drums) and Niden Kolev (Guitar), quickly gaining a firm following in the […]

DESERT SHIPS RELEASE THE VIDEO FOR 'SKYLINER'
New Music

DESERT SHIPS RELEASE THE VIDEO FOR ‘SKYLINER’

November 7, 2014 XS Noize

Directed by Julian Hand, an experimental filmmaker and light show artist who’s recently worked with TOY and The Oscillation, Skyliner is based on a true story of a fatal plane crash. It’s sung from the […]

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