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        • Shed Seven
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          Shed Seven Announce Self-Titled New Album And Share ‘Stand Together’

          July 2, 2026

          Shed Seven have announced their forthcoming new album, Shed Seven, set for release on January 8, 2027, via Cooking Vinyl. The band have also shared the album’s lead single, “Stand Together,” and will livestream a […]

          Skerryvore
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          Skerryvore Announce New Album ‘Beautiful Mistakes’ And Share Single ‘Fly’

          July 1, 2026

          Skerryvore have announced their new album, Beautiful Mistakes, set for release on November 6, alongside new single “Fly.” The album follows 2023’s Tempus, which reached Number 1 on the Official Scottish and Folk Album Charts […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel Shares New Song ‘I Belong To The Sky’ From Forthcoming Album ‘o/i’

          June 30, 2026

          Peter Gabriel has shared “I Belong to the Sky,” the latest track from his forthcoming album o/i. Released on the strawberry full moon of Tuesday, June 30, 2026, the song was written and produced by […]

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          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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

          LIVE REVIEW: Rick Astley Brings Charm, Hits And Feel-Good Energy To Lincoln Castle Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Rick Astley Brings Charm, Hits And Feel-Good Energy To Lincoln Castle

          July 3, 2026

          Rick Astley brought a feel-good summer show to Lincoln Castle, performing against one of Lincolnshire’s most picturesque backdrops. From the moment he and his band took to the stage, the evening had an easy, celebratory […]

          garth brooks
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          LIVE REVIEW: Garth Brooks Raises Hell And Makes History At BST Hyde Park

          June 29, 2026

          Since 2013, BST Hyde Park has brought major headliners ranging from The Rolling Stones to Sabrina Carpenter to the historic London park first established by Henry VIII more than 500 years ago. For the opening […]

        • 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

          The Cure performing live at Belsonic Belfast
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS: The Cure at Belsonic, Belfast

          June 30, 2026

          The Cure brought their unmistakable sound and atmosphere to Belsonic, Belfast, on Sunday night for a brilliant outdoor show. Led by Robert Smith, the legendary band delivered a powerful and atmospheric set that reminded the […]

          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 […]

  • 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
        • 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
          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • ROSA WALTON
          Podcast

          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
          Podcast

          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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VIDEO PREMIERE: Kristian Marr - Space and Time
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Kristian Marr – Space and Time

June 19, 2020 XS Noize

‘Space and Time’ is driving and assured indie-rock from Newcastle born singer-songwriter/musician Kristian Marr and is accompanied by a timely music video offering the prefect respite for us all right now. Kristian says: “‘Space and […]

SYLVETTE release new single 'Kelpius' produced by New Order's Phil Cunningham - Listen Now
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SYLVETTE release new single ‘Kelpius’ produced by New Order’s Phil Cunningham – Listen Now

June 19, 2020 XS Noize

“KELPIUS” is the new single from 5-piece Art-Rock band SYLVETTE which will be released on 19th June. The band joined forces with New Order guitarist Phil Cunningham and fellow Bad Lieutenant bandmate and producer Jake […]

TRACK PREMIERE: André Uhl precedes new October album with single 'Maximum Success'
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TRACK PREMIERE: André Uhl precedes new October album with single ‘Maximum Success’

June 19, 2020 XS Noize

Maximum Success is the new single from André Uhl’s upcoming album Relax and Implode, to be released on Berlin-based label Martin Hossbach on October 16th 2020. The song deals with the hunger for success, the […]

OOBERFUSE release Father's Day track: 'Father' - out today
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OOBERFUSE release Father’s Day track: ‘Father’ – out today

June 19, 2020 XS Noize

London duo OOBERFUSE release a brand new single in honour of Father’s Day this weekend: ‘Father’. ‘Father’ is a poetic, atmospheric and emotional new release from the duo of Hal St John and Cherrie Anderson. […]

REEF announce 25th anniversary reissue of debut album 'Replenish' 2
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REEF announce 25th anniversary reissue of debut album ‘Replenish’

June 19, 2020 XS Noize

Reef have announced the 25th-anniversary vinyl reissue of their beloved 1995 debut album, Replenish, out on September 25th via Hassle Hindsight. The vinyl will be available in a transparent orange colour pressing, which is limited […]

WANDERLUST PT.3: Interview with Luc Garrett 1
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WANDERLUST PT.3: Interview with Luc Garrett

June 19, 2020 Sonja Sleator

The third part of this series has me speaking to Luc Garrett from Armagh. Although chatting from his home town after coming back for the Easter holidays and getting stuck in lockdown, Luc had moved […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Braids - Shadow Offering
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ALBUM REVIEW: Braids – Shadow Offering

June 19, 2020 Gareth O'Malley

In the years since their third album Deep in the Iris, the output from Montreal trio Braids (namely, Raphaelle Standell-Preston, Austin Tufts & Taylor Smith) has been sporadic – they’ve released a double-sided single and […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Sergeant Buzfuz - ‘There’s Idiots, Then There’s Idiots With Money’
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Sergeant Buzfuz – ‘There’s Idiots, Then There’s Idiots With Money’

June 19, 2020 XS Noize

Since writing the last Sergeant Buzfuz album, 2015’s “Balloons For Thin Linda”, songwriter Joe Murphy has lost both parents, got married, been a victim of a smear campaign (as a whistleblowing union rep), co-founded charity […]

EVERYTHING EVERYTHING share video for new track 'Planets' - Watch Now
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EVERYTHING EVERYTHING share video for new track ‘Planets’ – Watch Now

June 18, 2020 XS Noize

Everything Everything’s recent singles ‘Arch Enemy’ and ‘In Birdsong’ has set the tone for the August 21st release of their fifth album RE-ANIMATOR. Buoyed by weighty concepts, their intricate leftfield pop has been heralded with […]

PIXIES announce 'Bossanova' 30th anniversary limited edition LP 2
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PIXIES announce ‘Bossanova’ 30th anniversary limited edition LP

June 18, 2020 XS Noize

This year marks the 30th anniversary of Bossanova, the third studio album by Pixies. The band continued to work with Gil Norton after collaborating to such success on their platinum-selling second album Doolittle; this time […]

DOVES are back with new track 'CAROUSELS' - Listen Now
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DOVES are back with new track ‘CAROUSELS’ – Listen Now

June 18, 2020 XS Noize

Doves have emerged from the studio after their eleven-year hold on new music with Carousels, a swirling, percussive groove that emphatically unfurls their flag at the peak of British music once more. Tracing memories of […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Matinée - Summer Sun
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Matinée – Summer Sun

June 18, 2020 XS Noize

Summer Sun is the brand new single from Anglo-Italian indie-pop band Matinee. Produced by Billboard-topping producer Tony Doogan and Chris Geddes from Belle and Sebastian. Released in the UK in July the track has already […]

DMA'S release video for new track 'Learning Alive' - Watch Now 1
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DMA’S release video for new track ‘Learning Alive’ – Watch Now

June 18, 2020 XS Noize

DMA’S have released a new video for the track LEARNING ALIVE, taken from their forthcoming third album THE GLOW, due for release on 10 July. The video follows DMA’S behind the scenes during a recent […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ralph of London - Dotty
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ralph of London – Dotty

June 18, 2020 XS Noize

Indie-rock quartet Ralph of London prepares to release their fuzz-filled new single, Dotty, on 19th June 2020. XS Noize is pleased to premiere the video today! The single oozes with attitude from the offset as […]

THE STREETS share official video for 'I Wish You Loved You As Much As You Love Him' 1
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THE STREETS share official video for ‘I Wish You Loved You As Much As You Love Him’

June 17, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Mike Skinner has shared the official video to his new single ‘I Wish You Loved You As Much As You Love Him ft. Donae’o & Greentea Peng’ – the second track from his forthcoming […]

DARKSTAR share new single 'Text' from new album 'Civic Jams' - Watch Video
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DARKSTAR share new single ‘Text’ from new album ‘Civic Jams’ – Watch Video

June 17, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Darkstar announce a new single and video for ‘Text’ ahead of their upcoming album ‘Civic Jams’ which is out this Friday. “Text” is a sentient moment of sweet melancholia from the album and arrives […]

THE SPITFIRES announce new album 'Life Worth Living' 1
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THE SPITFIRES announce new album ‘Life Worth Living’

June 17, 2020 XS Noize

Hailing from Watford and having recently signed to Acid Jazz Records The Spitfires are pleased to announce details of this newly inked partnership with news of the forthcoming album Life Worth Living on 19th June […]

DAN CROLL shares new video for 'So Dark' - Watch Now
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DAN CROLL shares new video for ‘So Dark’ – Watch Now

June 17, 2020 XS Noize

With his long-awaited third album ‘Grand Plan’ set to arrive on August 21st through Communion Records, Dan Croll has now unveiled the new video for his latest single ‘So Dark’. Recorded exclusively in the backseat […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: DIVES - 100 Times
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VIDEO PREMIERE: DIVES – 100 Times

June 17, 2020 XS Noize

Teenage angst has paid off well, DIVES are now ready to have it all. DIVES know their capabilities, their strengths and the songs they want to write. On their first album, titled ‘Teenage Years Are […]

THE KILLERS release new single 'My Own Soul’s Warning' - Listen Now
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THE KILLERS release new single ‘My Own Soul’s Warning’ – Listen Now

June 17, 2020 XS Noize

Following the success of their huge single, Caution, which reached #1 at the top of both the Alternative and Triple A radio charts, THE KILLERS are thrilled to share another new song — entitled “My […]

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