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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
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          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 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 […]

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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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          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
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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
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          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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        • 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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Randy Radic lives in Northern California where he smokes cigars, keeps snakes as pets, and writes about music and pop culture. Fav artists/bands: SpaceAcre, Buddy Miller, Post Malone, Tool, Smashing Pumpkins, Korn, and he’s a sucker for female-fronted dream-pop bands.
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ALBUM REVIEW: Niagara Moon – Good Dreams
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ALBUM REVIEW: Niagara Moon – Good Dreams

April 29, 2022 Randall Radic

Whimsical folk group Niagara Moon, led by Thomas Erwin, release their brand-new album, Good Dreams, which centres on the theme of mind over matter. Encompassing a dozen tracks, Good Dreams conjures up suggestions of Pet […]

EP REVIEW: Jake Lancer - Take Off!
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EP REVIEW: Jake Lancer – Take Off!

April 26, 2022 Randall Radic

New York-based electronic pop singer-songwriter Jake Lancer releases his debut EP, Take Off!, which explores the defiance of his fears, love, trauma, and joy, using his life’s stories as a canvas to create a compilation […]

INTERVIEW: Shallou Talks about His Remix EP ‘The Long Way Home’
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INTERVIEW: Shallou Talks about His Remix EP ‘The Long Way Home’

April 14, 2022 Randall Radic

Los Angeles-based producer Shallou recently released the remix package for his EP, The Long Way Home, featuring remixes from a smorgasbord of very gifted artists and is highlighted by Holiday87’s version of “Heartaches.” Shallou explains, […]

INTERVIEW: Talking with SUPER DUPER about the creative process behind 'Here with You'
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INTERVIEW: Talking with SUPER DUPER about the creative process behind ‘Here with You’

March 29, 2022 Randall Radic

Nashville producer Super Duper recently released “Here with You,” his first new music since his 2020 debut album, HALLELUJAH! Talking about the track, Super Duper shares, “The song’s concept is about being content and trying […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Van Chamberlain – In the Sun 2
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ALBUM REVIEW: Van Chamberlain – In the Sun

March 29, 2022 Randall Radic

Brooklyn, New York-based indie rock outfit Van Chamberlain releases their new album, In the Sun, via Very Jazzed. Made up of brothers Van and Jacob, who grew up making music together, in 2019, the pair […]

INTERVIEW: MA/SA opens up about 'In My Breath' and his new EP
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INTERVIEW: MA/SA opens up about ‘In My Breath’ and his new EP

March 25, 2022 Randall Radic

Two-time Grammy-nominated MA/SA Matthew Santos recently unveiled the video for “In My Breath,” a track lifted from his latest EP, MMXXII. A collaboration with gifted songwriter and producer Xela, who has worked with No Rome, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: One Flew West – The Blur
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ALBUM REVIEW: One Flew West – The Blur

March 22, 2022 Randall Radic

Colorado-based alt-rock/pop-punk/pop-rock outfit releases their debut album, The Blur, an 11-track collection of contagious songs rife with savours of retro alternative and emo pop-punk. Made up of Linden Jackson (vocals, acoustic guitar), Jonah Bartels (drums, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Geneviève Racette – Satellite
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ALBUM REVIEW: Geneviève Racette – Satellite

March 18, 2022 Randall Radic

Québécois folk-pop artist Geneviève Racette releases her brand-new album, Satellite, a nine-track collection of songs revealing tales of contemplation and self-discovery filtered through the progression of love. Her third LP, Satellite, stirs up echoes of […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Born Lost – Mouthpiece
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TRACK PREMIERE: Born Lost – Mouthpiece

March 11, 2022 Randall Radic

Philly-based hard rock outfit Born Lost introduces their new single, “Mouthpiece,” a track from their upcoming EP, All In, slated for release later this year via Revolver Records. Made up of Lou Cuello (guitar, vocals), […]

EP Premiere: Alligatorz – Bang Bang
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EP Premiere: Alligatorz – Bang Bang

March 11, 2022 Randall Radic

Rising duo Alligatorz unveils their debut EP, BANG BANG, a five-track collection of samba, afrobeat, baile funk, and cutting-edge reggaeton. Guest appearances on the EP include Mc Cidinho General, Mc Baby Perigosa, Mr J.Medeiros, and […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Neon Dreams – Little Dance
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TRACK PREMIERE: Neon Dreams – Little Dance

February 25, 2022 Randall Radic

Canadian alt-pop duo Neon Dreams introduce their brand-new single, “Little Dance,” a song thick with philosophical lyrics and vibrant sonic energy. Simultaneously introspective and festal, “Little Dance” expresses the marvel of everyone’s unique dance through […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: J Temp 13 – Kenopsia
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: J Temp 13 – Kenopsia

February 22, 2022 Randall Radic

Indie-rock artist J Temp 13, aka John Templeman, unveils the music video for “Kenopsia,” a single/music video elucidating the meaning of the title – the eerie feeling of empty spaces that were once crowded and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Skinner Brothers - Soul Boy II
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ALBUM REVIEW: The Skinner Brothers – Soul Boy II

February 17, 2022 Randall Radic

London-based indie-rock outfit The Skinner Brothers drop a new album, Soul Boy II, this week. Talking about the album, vocalist/guitarist Zach Skinner says, “We wanted to put all of the music we’ve made over the […]

PREMIERE: Jake Soffer Introduces ‘The Tree That Remained Standing’
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PREMIERE: Jake Soffer Introduces ‘The Tree That Remained Standing’

February 16, 2022 Randall Radic

Portland, Oregon folk guitarist-composer Jake Soffer unveils his brand-new EP, The Tree That Remained Standing. Written in the midst of soul-searching prompted by the end of a relationship and the onset of the pandemic, the […]

REVIEW: AJ Wander - Take It All (The Works) EP
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REVIEW: AJ Wander – Take It All (The Works) EP

February 9, 2022 Randall Radic

London-based singer-songwriter AJ Wander recently released his EP, Take It All (The Works), featuring three varied versions of “Take It All” – the original, a piano version, and a stripped-down version. ” Take It All […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Tall Heights – Juniors
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ALBUM REVIEW: Tall Heights – Juniors

January 10, 2022 Randall Radic

Boston electro-folk duo Tall Heights releases their third full-length album, Juniors, the follow-up to 2018’s Pretty Colors For Your Actions. Juniors reflects a spiritual and emotional cusp of transition during which the duo – Paul […]

REVIEW: Andy Dale Petty – Rattlesnake Eggs EP
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REVIEW: Andy Dale Petty – Rattlesnake Eggs EP

December 17, 2021 Randall Radic

Americana singer-songwriter Andy Dale Petty releases his new EP, Rattlesnake Eggs, via American Standard Time Records. A jack-of-all-trades, finger-picking guitarist, and modern-day rambler, Andy Dale Petty was born in Georgia and now lives outside the […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Miranda Joan – Windborne
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ALBUM REVIEW: Miranda Joan – Windborne

December 15, 2021 Randall Radic

Canadian electro-pop/neo-soul singer-songwriter Miranda Joan just dropped her brand-new album, Windborne. Miranda explains, “Windborne means to be carried by the wind. In the process of making this record, I found myself carried to many corners […]

INTERVIEW: Talking with Finnish Producer/DJ RONY REX about his avant-garde EP, Night Time CV
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INTERVIEW: Talking with Finnish Producer/DJ RONY REX about his avant-garde EP, Night Time CV

December 13, 2021 Randall Radic

Finnish producer Rony Rex recently released his avant-garde EP, Night Time CV, a collection of four tracks ranging from the unflinching “Dead of Night” with Luke Markinson to the melodic “All 4 U,” featuring ZenSoFly. […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Ghosts of Searchlight – Shutdown
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Ghosts of Searchlight – Shutdown

December 7, 2021 Randall Radic

Southern California-based surf-rock/post-rock band, The Ghosts of Searchlight, unveils the visuals for “Shutdown,” a track from their recently released album, Sprawl. Talking about Sprawl, guitarist Brian Horn says, “‘Sprawl’ was a chance for us to […]

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