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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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          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: 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 […]

          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 […]

        • 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 […]

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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
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          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
          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
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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
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          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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Japanese superstars MAN WITH A MISSION release new single 'Dark Crow'
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Japanese superstars MAN WITH A MISSION release new single ‘Dark Crow’

October 14, 2019 XS Noize

Japanese superstars MAN WITH A MISSION has released their brand new single ‘, Dark Crow’. The song is taken from their forthcoming EP of the same name out October 23rd. MAN WITH A MISSION has […]

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Brand new Livestream Rock’n’Roll TV show MMTV launches in Manchester

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THOM YORKE announces UK and European dates in June and July 2020

October 14, 2019 XS Noize

Thom Yorke has today announced UK and European dates in June and July 2020 for Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes—the touring entity comprised of Thom, Nigel Godrich and visual artist Tarik Barri. The tour includes shows across […]

THE PRETENDERS & SUEDE Will Co-Headline a Very Special Benefit Show at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire on November 20th
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THE PRETENDERS & SUEDE Will Co-Headline a Very Special Benefit Show at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire on November 20th

October 14, 2019 XS Noize

Suede and The Pretenders will both play their final UK shows of 2019 at a unique co-headline event at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire on November 20th. Both groups have come together to raise funds […]

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STATUS QUO Announce Belfast Show at Waterfront Hall – Monday 5th October 2020

October 14, 2019 XS Noize

The country’s best-loved rockers Status Quo are following on from their triumphant Hyde Park ‘Radio 2 Live’ show and coming back to reclaim their position on the live circuit – with the ‘Backbone’ UK Winter Tour in 2020. Quo […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Foals - Everything Not Saved Will Be Lost Pt 2
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ALBUM REVIEW: Foals – Everything Not Saved Will Be Lost Pt 2

October 13, 2019 Lori Gava

In the spring of this year, Alternative rockers Foals promised a second full LP to follow their new release “Everything Not Saved Will Be Lost Part 1”. On October 18th they keep their promise. Part […]

ARCADE FIRE to re-issue their debut single ‘Neighborhood #1 (Tunnels)’ on 7” vinyl 2
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ARCADE FIRE to re-issue their debut single ‘Neighborhood #1 (Tunnels)’ on 7” vinyl

October 11, 2019 XS Noize

Arcade Fire, who recently celebrated the 15th anniversary of their critically-acclaimed debut album Funeral, has announced they will re-issue their debut single ‘Neighborhood #1 (Tunnels)’ on 7” vinyl for Record Store Day Black Friday on […]

Liverpool four piece THE NIGHT CAFE announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday 31st March 2020
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Liverpool four piece THE NIGHT CAFE announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday 31st March 2020

October 11, 2019 XS Noize

Liverpool four-piece The Night Cafe are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday 31st March 2020. In 2018, the band released the Bunkbed EP which featured previous singles Felicity and Turn. […]

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ELBOW – Play Belfast, Waterfront Hall on Sunday 29th March

October 11, 2019 XS Noize

elbow, who have released their eighth studio album, ‘Giants of All Sizes’, today, October 11th have announced UK and Europe tour dates for March and April of 2020. The tour is elbow’s most comprehensive set […]

THE SCRIPT announce 'Sunsets and Full Moons' tour for Belfast & Dublin
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THE SCRIPT announce ‘Sunsets and Full Moons’ tour for Belfast & Dublin

October 11, 2019 XS Noize

After 6 billion streams, 30 million single sales, 10.8 million album sales, over 12 million monthly Spotify listeners and 1.8 million ticket sales, Irish alt-pop trio The Script embark upon a new chapter with the […]

KATE TEMPEST unveils the video for her latest single “People’s Faces” (Streatham Version)
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KATE TEMPEST unveils the video for her latest single “People’s Faces” (Streatham Version)

October 10, 2019 XS Noize

Today, British spoken word artist, rapper, poet, novelist, and playwright Kate Tempest unveils the video for her latest single “People’s Faces” (Streatham Version). In celebration of her critically acclaimed album, The Book Of Traps & […]

LAZY DAY share video for new single 'Real Feel' - Watch Now
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INTERVIEW: with Lazy Day’s Tilly Scantlebury

October 10, 2019 XS Noize

London based Lazy Day plays a headline Belfast show on October 11th, 2019 at McHughs Basement. Lazy Day began in 2014 as the solo bedroom project of Tilly Scantlebury. After recording her songs in her […]

ALBUM STREAM: Arthur Kay’s self-titled EP - Listen Now
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ALBUM STREAM: Arthur Kay’s self-titled EP – Listen Now

October 10, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to exclusively stream Arthur Kay’s self-titled EP. Drawing on the disparate influences such as Thundercat, James Blake, and Sun Ra, Oslo-based Arthur Kay is on a mission to spread the […]

SAM LEE releases the official video for ‘The Garden Of England’ - Watch Now 2
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SAM LEE releases the official video for ‘The Garden Of England’ – Watch Now

October 10, 2019 XS Noize

Sam Lee today releases the official video for ‘The Garden Of England’, the first track lifted from his forthcoming third album, ‘Old Wow’, due for release on January 31, 2020, via Cooking Vinyl. Produced by […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Joy Formidable - 'A Balloon Called Moaning' - 10th Anniversary Edition
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ALBUM REVIEW: The Joy Formidable – ‘A Balloon Called Moaning’ – 10th Anniversary Edition

October 10, 2019 Michael Barron

A Balloon Called Moaning is evidently very special to the welsh trio The Joy Formidable, for this release is being celebrated as an expanded double-disc release with an accompanying special stripped back welsh language version. […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Sherlocks - Under Your Sky
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ALBUM REVIEW: The Sherlocks – Under Your Sky

October 10, 2019 Michael Barron

Two years ago the Bolton upon Dearne quartet charted impressively with their debut LP Live for the Moment, entering the top ten. Before they were signed, The Sherlocks became the first unsigned act since the […]

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TRACK PREMIERE: The Voice Tree – ‘Rolling Thunder’ – Listen Now

October 10, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Rolling Thunder’ by The Voice Tree. Delivering a myriad of electrifying sounds, US-based Italian, French duo The Voice Tree, keep the indie-dance fever alive with an arresting debut […]

YOUNG KNIVES return with first new music in four years - Watch their video for 'Red Cherries'
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YOUNG KNIVES return with first new music in four years – Watch their video for ‘Red Cherries’

October 9, 2019 XS Noize

Young Knives today announce their first new music in four years, following the 2015 EP Something Awful and highly acclaimed 2013 album Sick Octave. New track Red Cherries emerges as quite possibly their most experimental […]

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POLIÇA announce new album & share first single “Driving”

October 9, 2019 XS Noize

Poliça returns with their new album ‘When We Stay Alive’, which is set for release January 31st via Memphis Industries. Today the band is sharing the first single & video from the album, “Driving”. When […]

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