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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 […]

          Snow Patrol
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          Snow Patrol And Kylie Announce New Collaboration ‘These Alarms’

          June 29, 2026

          Snow Patrol and Kylie have announced a new collaboration, “These Alarms,” set for release on July 1 via BMG. Written by Snow Patrol with Kylie specifically in mind, the track is described as a bittersweet […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

  • 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
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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 […]

  • 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 […]

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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
          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
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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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TEMPLES Share New Track "Context"  From New LP Hot Motion - Listen Now
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TEMPLES share video for ‘You’re Either On Something’ – Watch Now

September 24, 2019 XS Noize

Temples have today shared the stunning video for You’re Either On Something, taken from their forthcoming third album, Hot Motion – to be released worldwide this week on ATO Records on Friday 27th September 2019. Talking about the video, James Bagshaw of the band […]

BELLE AND SEBASTIAN release the video for new single ‘This Letter’ - Watch Now
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BELLE AND SEBASTIAN release the video for new single ‘This Letter’ – Watch Now

September 24, 2019 XS Noize

Belle and Sebastian have released the video for new single ‘This Letter’, taken from their recently released soundtrack album Days Of The Bagnold Summer, out now on Matador Records. Watch the video below: Directed by […]

NICK CAVE AND THE BAD SEEDS announce new two-part album - out Friday, October 4th
New Music

NICK CAVE AND THE BAD SEEDS announce new two-part album – out Friday, October 4th

September 24, 2019 XS Noize

Ghosteen, the new two-part album from Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds, will be released globally across all digital platforms on Friday, October 4th. Vinyl and CD will be released on Friday, November 8th. Ghosteen […]

Derry based Americana, folk artist REEVAH announces her new single ‘Older Now’
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Derry based Americana, folk artist REEVAH announces her new single ‘Older Now’

September 24, 2019 XS Noize

Derry based Americana, folk artist Reevah (AKA Aoife Boyle) is pleased to announce her new single ‘Older Now’ (Available Oct 04th) the first track taken from ‘A Different Light’ EP, due for release on April […]

BEN WATT Announces release of new album 'Storm Damage' released on 31st January 2019
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BEN WATT Announces release of new album ‘Storm Damage’ released on 31st January 2019

September 24, 2019 XS Noize

Completing a compelling trilogy of albums since his late-flowering return to solo songwriting and singing six years ago, Ben Watt releases his fourth LP, “Storm Damage” on 31 January 2020, and with it a new […]

RAZORLIGHT announce headline UK tour for December
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RAZORLIGHT announce headline UK tour for December

September 24, 2019 XS Noize

Having just released their brand new single ‘Cops And Robbers’ – hot on the heels of last year’s critically-acclaimed comeback album Olympus Sleeping – Razorlight have announced details of a headline UK tour for December, […]

US pop-punk trio WATERPARKS announce headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Studio, Saturday 25th January
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US pop-punk trio WATERPARKS announce headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Studio, Saturday 25th January

September 24, 2019 XS Noize

US pop-punk trio Waterparks are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Studio on Saturday 25th January 2020. The band release their new album FANDOM on October 11, 2019, via Hopeless Records. […]

REVIEW: David Bowie - Trump Card Game 1
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REVIEW: David Bowie – Trump Card Game

September 24, 2019 Michael Barron

Whilst digital and streaming consumption of music itself is increasingly outmanoeuvring physical music sales; XS Noize has shown that the demand for music-related products from graphic novels to card games is increasing. XS Noize has […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Temples - Hot Motion
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Temples – Hot Motion

September 24, 2019 Sandra Blemster

Temples return with their third album Hot Motion on ATO Records, their first on this label. First appearing on the music scene back in 2012 with the single ‘Shelter Song’ they have brought their own […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Alessandro Cortini - Volume Massimo
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Alessandro Cortini – Volume Massimo

September 24, 2019 Amanda Stock

Alessandro Cortini is an Italian musician, best known for being the keyboard player in the touring line up of American industrial rock band, Nine Inch Nails and a founding member of the electronic-alternative band, Modwheelmood. […]

DAVID HASSELHOFF covers The Jesus & Mary Chain’s 'Head On' - Listen Now
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DAVID HASSELHOFF covers The Jesus & Mary Chain’s ‘Head On’ – Listen Now

September 24, 2019 XS Noize

Iconic star of the screen and stage and multi-platinum selling singer David Hasselhoff will be releasing his new album Open Your Eyes on September 27. The album is a new peak in an already illustrious […]

SAM FENDER Announces Huge Spring 2020 UK Headline Tour
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SAM FENDER Announces Huge Spring 2020 UK Headline Tour

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

Sam Fender is very pleased to celebrate his debut album hitting number 1 last week, with news of a new headline tour for next Spring. The shows will include a night at London’s Alexandra Palace, […]

OH WONDER share unplugged video for new single 'Hallelujah'
New Music

OH WONDER share unplugged video for new single ‘Hallelujah’

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

Oh Wonder recently made a magnificent and much welcome return with their brand new single ‘Hallelujah’. They celebrated the release with a launch party at Colours Hoxton – a surprise show that sold out in […]

JIMMY EAT WORLD announce new album 'Surviving' and UK shows
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JIMMY EAT WORLD announce new album ‘Surviving’ and UK shows

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

Jimmy Eat World today announce details of their 10th studio album Surviving, released on 18th October via The Orchard / RCA Records. The acclaimed Arizona four-piece also reveal the first dates of Surviving, The Tour […]

IRON MAIDEN to headline Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Monday, June 15th
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IRON MAIDEN to headline Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Monday, June 15th

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

IRON MAIDEN will return to Northern Ireland next year to headline Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Monday, June 15th for what will be one of only two homecoming UK festival shows in 2020. They’ve spent […]

TRICKY announces two UK live shows + shares new song, 'Makes Me Wonder'
Gigs

TRICKY announces two UK live shows + shares new song, ‘Makes Me Wonder’

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

Tricky has today announced two UK live shows, in Brighton and London, for October. They accompany additional events and signings for his long-awaited forthcoming autobiography ‘Hell is Round The Corner’, published by Blink on 31st […]

THIS ISLAND unveil video for 'Into Stars' from upcoming EP
New Music

THIS ISLAND unveil video for ‘Into Stars’ from upcoming EP

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

This Island represents a union of the Liverpool music scene. A federation of talents; of performers, composers, producers, supporters, poets and occasional dancers; a meeting place made easy and welcoming for anyone from anywhere. Influences […]

LEWIS CAPALDI returns to headline Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Sunday, June 21st
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LEWIS CAPALDI returns to headline Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Sunday, June 21st

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

Scottish superstar Lewis Capaldi will return to Northern Ireland next year to headline Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Sunday, June 21st for what will be his largest ever Belfast show to date. 2019 has […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Chastity Belt - 'Chastity Belt'
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ALBUM REVIEW: Chastity Belt – ‘Chastity Belt’

September 23, 2019 Lori Gava

The band Chastity Belt has always been known for their unflinching honesty. Their first three releases have been filled with endearingly quirky Lo-Fi goodness. The latest release retains Chastity Belt’s trademark allure but takes a […]

LIVE REVIEW: Jim Jones and the Righteous Mind, The Garage, London
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LIVE REVIEW: Jim Jones and the Righteous Mind, The Garage, London

September 23, 2019 Michael Barron

Jim Jones and the Righteous Mind are less than five years old; yet their history goes back further to the Jim Jones Review, which folded in 2014. Out of the ashes of the Jim Jones […]

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