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          News

          Madonna Releases ‘I Feel So Free’ from Forthcoming Album ‘Confessions II’

          April 18, 2026

          After being serviced early to select DJs and clubs – sending demand into overdrive, Madonna releases ‘I Feel So Free’ from her forthcoming album Confessions II.  Produced by Madonna and Stuart Price, the song is […]

          Mae Stephens
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          Mae Stephens drops the delulu song of the summer with new single ‘Delusional’

          April 17, 2026

          Mae Stephens recently told followers that she thought she had written “the delulu song of the summer” and today’s release of the new single ‘Delusional’ proves that she was correct. It comes as she has […]

          The Ordinary Boys
          News

          The Ordinary Boys celebrate their 20th anniversary comeback with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’

          April 17, 2026

          After over a decade-long hiatus, The Ordinary Boys today make their musical return with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’ – a superb offering that draws on the Worthing band’s synonymous indie-ska roots and arrives via […]

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          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad - It’s the Long Goodbye
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

          March 24, 2026

          It’s been seven years since The Twilight Sad released It Won’t Be Like This All the Time — a record that cemented their place as one of the most emotionally direct and sonically powerful bands […]

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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
          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
        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

  • 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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Dea Matrona
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Irish rock duo DEA MATRONA release new single ‘Every Night I Want You’

April 10, 2024 XS Noize

Irish rock duo Dea Matrona today release a new single ‘Every Night I Want You’, the third offering from their highly-anticipated debut album ‘For Your Sins’, out on 3rd May.  A softer release than previous […]

The Slow Readers Club
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB return for a headline show at The Limelight, Belfast

April 9, 2024 XS Noize

The Slow Readers Club are Aaron Starkie (vocals), Kurtis Starkie (guitar), James Ryan (bass), and David Whitworth (drums). They write anthemic, uplifting post-punk alt-rock songs with addictive melodies, sing-along choruses and heartfelt lyrics. The band […]

Paraorchestra
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Paraorchestra with Brett Anderson & Charles Hazlewood & more collaborate on ‘Death Songbook’

April 8, 2024 XS Noize

Paraorchestra, with Brett Anderson and Charles Hazlewood, have announced ‘Death Songbook’, a collaborative 12-track album featuring original compositions and re-imagining iconic songs exploring love, loss and transcendence by artists including Echo & The Bunnymen, Mercury […]

Darren Kiely
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DARREN KIELY releases video for his newest track “Say I”

April 8, 2024 XS Noize

Free Flight Records’ pop/folk singer-songwriter Darren Kiely releases his newest track, “Say I.”  Written alongside Joe Fox and Geoff Warburton, Kiely channels his Irish candour to signal an SOS while seemingly drowning amid feelings of […]

Holding Absence
Gigs

HOLDING ABSENCE announce headline show at Limelight 2 Belfast

April 8, 2024 XS Noize

From the moment of our first breath to the very last gasp we take before we die, we never stop growing as people. Every trial and tribulation, every heartbreak, success and failure, every scar, blemish […]

Interpol
Gigs

INTERPOL celebrate seminal album ‘Antics’ with 20th anniversary show at 3Arena

April 8, 2024 XS Noize

To celebrate the anniversary of their seminal album Antics, Interpol has announced a Dublin date at the 3Arena on Sunday, 10 November, as part of their UK & Europe tour, playing the album in full. […]

MICHAEL HUTCHENCE
News

Producer DANNY SABER Releases MICHAEL HUTCHENCE’s Single ‘ONE WAY’

April 5, 2024 XS Noize

In the great pantheon of musicians transcending above mere “celebrity” status, the late MICHAEL HUTCHENCE towers over most. A consummate “rock star”, if there ever was one, he embodied the spirit and smouldering swagger of […]

EMERGE
Gigs

EMERGE – Ireland’s biggest Electronic Music Festival Announces Day Splits

April 5, 2024 XS Noize

Following a huge SOLD-OUT weekend in 2023, EMERGE, Ireland’s biggest Electronic Music Festival, is back in 2024 at Boucher Road Playing Fields on August Bank Holiday weekend. It promises to be the biggest yet, featuring […]

THOM SOUTHERN
News

Irish singer-songwriter THOM SOUTHERN shares his third single of 2024 ‘SIMILE BLUES’

April 5, 2024 XS Noize

The Irish singer-songwriter and producer has been busy in 2023 writing and producing new material in his Belfast home studio. Now, he is releasing his third single of 2024, ‘SIMILE BLUES’, via his own indie […]

Gareth Dunlop
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GARETH DUNLOP releases new single ‘Go Down Swinging’

April 5, 2024 XS Noize

Renowned pop artist Gareth Dunlop returns with his latest offering, the emboldening single ‘Go Down Swinging’, via Zenith Cafe. The track is another incredible preview into the Belfast musician’s highly anticipated third album, ‘Welcome To […]

Glass Animals
Gigs

GLASS ANIMALS announce their 2024 global TOUR OF EARTH

April 5, 2024 XS Noize

Human Music Group Sensations Glass Animals announced their 2024 global TOUR OF EARTH today. Promoted by Live Nation, the 41-date tour will see the band headlining their career’s biggest venues. It kicks off on Wednesday, […]

Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds
News

NICK CAVE & THE BAD SEEDS share trailer for new album ‘Wild God’

April 5, 2024 XS Noize

Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds return with a new album, ‘Wild God’. Releasing on August 30th, the first taste of the band’s 18th studio album is the title track, which is out now. A […]

Ben Glover
News

BEN GLOVER celebrates the launch of his new album with show at The Black Box, Belfast

April 4, 2024 XS Noize

Acclaimed Northern Irish singer-songwriter Ben Glover releases his latest work, And The Sun Breaks Through The Sky, on 26 April 2024. Glover says, “This album embodies a fresh creative approach for me within the studio. […]

Pet Shop Boys
News

PET SHOP BOYS release their brand-new single ‘Dancing Star’

April 3, 2024 XS Noize

Pet Shop Boys release their brand-new single, ‘Dancing Star,’ on Parlophone today. The song was inspired by the life of ballet dancer Rudolf Nureyev, who defected from the Soviet Union and became a global star. […]

Can Music Help You Focus on Academic Writing?
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Can Music Help You Focus on Academic Writing?

April 3, 2024 XS Noize

For many students, the process of academic writing can be a daunting and challenging task, requiring sustained focus, critical thinking, and a significant investment of time and effort; however, some individuals find that incorporating music […]

Belsonic and Emerge
News

BELSONIC & EMERGE Music Festivals Generate Over £30 Million for Northern Ireland Economy

April 3, 2024 XS Noize

The 2023 editions of the Belsonic Festival at Belfast’s Ormeau Park and Emerge Music Festival in the city’s Boucher Fields generated additional economic activity amounting to £30.8 Million pounds. They created almost 6,000 paid employment […]

James
News

JAMES share new track ‘Life’s A Fucking Miracle’ from the forthcoming album ‘Yummy’

March 29, 2024 XS Noize

JAMES have shared a further track from their forthcoming new album YUMMY. Following the first single, “Is This Love”, and the current single, “Our World”, the new track, LIFE’S A FUCKING MIRACLE, is available now […]

Kula Shaker
News

KULA SHAKER announce new AA side single in advance of April/May UK Tour

March 29, 2024 XS Noize

With their 7th album, Natural Magick, topping the Independent Album Charts and their Spring UK Tour starting in Cardiff on 22nd April, the unstoppable return of Kula Shaker continues with the announcement of a new […]

Paul Draper
Podcast

Paul Draper on Live Shows Marking the 25th Anniversary of Mansun’s Iconic ‘Six’ Album

March 27, 2024 XS Noize

In Episode #172 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to acclaimed songwriter and former Mansun frontman Paul Draper to discuss his upcoming live shows to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the iconic […]

Twenty-One Pilots
Gigs

TWENTY ONE PILOTS announce headline show at SSE Arena, Belfast

March 27, 2024 XS Noize

GRAMMY® Award-winning duo Twenty-One Pilots have announced details of their massive global headline, The Clancy World Tour, and shared “Next Semester,” a new song from their highly anticipated forthcoming album, Clancy, which will be released […]

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