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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 […]

          Two Door Cinema Club
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          Two Door Cinema Club Announce Belfast SSE Arena Show On ‘Tourist History’ Anniversary Tour

          June 29, 2026

          Two Door Cinema Club have announced their first UK and Ireland headline tour in more than seven years, including a Belfast SSE Arena show on January 24, 2027. The five-date arena run will celebrate the […]

          The Coral
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          The Coral Announce First Headline UK Tour In Almost Three Years

          June 29, 2026

          The Coral have announced their first headline UK tour in almost three years, following the surprise release of their thirteenth album, 388. The Merseyside five-piece will open the run in Sheffield on Friday, October 2, […]

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          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
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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 […]

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          ‘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 […]

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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 […]

          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
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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 […]

  • 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
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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
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          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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ALICE IN CHAINS have released the first two episodes of dark sci-fi thriller 'Black Antenna' - Watch Now
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ALICE IN CHAINS have released the first two episodes of dark sci-fi thriller ‘Black Antenna’ – Watch Now

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Alice In Chains have released the first two episodes of Black Antenna, a dark sci-fi thriller set against the backdrop of the band’s Grammy-nominated album, Rainier Fog (BMG). Further episodes will be released throughout the […]

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Legendary English band The Specials will visit Bangor, County Down, this August to play an outdoor concert as part of Open House Festival. The gig on Bangor seafront, overlooking the marina and Bangor Bay, will […]

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VIDEO PREMIERE: Echotape – ‘I Said It’ – Watch Now

March 14, 2019 XS Noize

Echotape comes from the south of England. But they are a band of the world. Signed to a Dutch label, the group has toured Europe, played a string of dates in America and appeared at […]

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TRACK PREMIERE: SHiiVERS – ‘Animalism’ – Listen Now

March 14, 2019 XS Noize

Electro-pop is a term that has been bandied around for a few years now, mapped into public consciousness by acts like La Roux, Robyn, Ladytron et al. A new wave of artists have surfaced as […]

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THE WATERBOYS Share “Right Side Of Heartbreak (Wrong Side Of Love)” Lyric Video

March 14, 2019 XS Noize

Continuing the blazing trail set by 2015’s acclaimed Modern Blues and 2017’s top ten-reaching double album Out Of All This Blue, on May  24th  The Waterboys will release their new album Where The Action Is, via Cooking Vinyl. Its title […]

Mystify, the highly anticipated Michael Hutchence documentary to include unheard tracks
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Mystify, the highly anticipated Michael Hutchence documentary to include unheard tracks

March 13, 2019 XS Noize

Petrol Records today announced the inclusion of unheard Michael Hutchence tracks on the forthcoming soundtrack to major documentary film Mystify, which is set to honour the late superstar and globally acclaimed lead singer of INXS. […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Gang of Four - Happy Now
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March 13, 2019 Lori Gava

The pioneering post-punk band Gang of Four will be releasing their tenth studio release, “Happy Now” on April 19th. The influence of this band on the development of Indie music is almost immeasurable. Their impact […]

LAMB reveals video for "Moonshine" from upcoming album out April 26th
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March 13, 2019 XS Noize

Lamb has released a new track today from their forthcoming album The Secret Of Letting Go. The “bucolic” video premiered via Under the Radar, who called the track “a Celtic-jig rhythm of hand claps that […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Benjamin Francis Leftwich - Gratitude
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ALBUM REVIEW: Benjamin Francis Leftwich – Gratitude

March 13, 2019 Michael Barron

Following the release of Benjamin Francis Leftwich’s’ 2018 EP, I Am with You, Leftwich returns with his third studio album, Gratitude. Gratitude promises to retain the raw emotion adorned on his first two LP’s: Last […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: NEW SILVER GIRL - 'Love Is Like a Goldmine' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: NEW SILVER GIRL – ‘Love Is Like a Goldmine’ – Watch Now

March 13, 2019 XS Noize

New Silver Girl started as the project of frontman Olli Happonen. Happonen describes the band’s genesis thus: “My first contact with rock’n’roll was in Rauma in Finland, somewhere in the 1990s. Youth discos were playing […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: AEXCIT - 'Ain't You' - Listen Now
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TRACK OF THE DAY: AEXCIT – ‘Ain’t You’ – Listen Now

March 12, 2019 Gemma Harewood

Just put out for release through AESTHETE Music is “Ain’t You,” a catchy little number from AEXCIT. The German duo has enjoyed considerable success with their stylish and sleek blend of pop and electronic sounds, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Drenge - Strange Creatures
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ALBUM REVIEW: Drenge – Strange Creatures

March 12, 2019 Ben P Scott

Nine years after forming in 2010, the Derbyshire outfit Drenge have arrived at the point where they release that traditionally “difficult” third album. ‘Strange Creatures’ turns out to be their most fully-realised effort yet, and […]

CLEAN CUT KID have debuted their new single ‘I Don’t Like You But I Love' - Watch Now
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CLEAN CUT KID have debuted their new single ‘I Don’t Like You But I Love’ – Watch Now

March 12, 2019 XS Noize

Clean Cut Kid have debuted their new single ‘I Don’t Like You But I Love,’ with the first play coming exclusively on Annie Mac’s Radio 1 show. The track is taken from their upcoming sophomore […]

SHE DREW THE GUN Announce their biggest ever UK headline tour
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SHE DREW THE GUN Announce their biggest ever UK headline tour

March 12, 2019 XS Noize

Having last week completed a sold-out UK tour, She Drew The Gun have today announced their ‘Trouble Everyday’ tour for October & November. The Wirral band’s biggest UK tour yet will include London’s Electric Ballroom […]

THESE NEW PURITANS reveal details of fourth studio album, 'Inside the Rose' - Watch Video
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ALBUM REVIEW: These New Puritans – Inside The Rose

March 12, 2019 Fionn Crossan

Channelling new wave through a dark contemporary lens, English act These New Puritans have returned with their fourth album, ‘Inside The Rose’. Recorded and written in various places including Berlin and London, the band chop […]

THE LAFONTAINES Announce new album & single, ‘All In’ - Watch Video
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THE LAFONTAINES Announce new album & single, ‘All In’ – Watch Video

March 12, 2019 XS Noize

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March 12, 2019 XS Noize

A new video for The Truce of Twilight – the second track taken from The Good, The Bad & The Queen’s acclaimed album Merrie Land – is out now. Directed by bassist Paul Simonon, the […]

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Music and cinema have always had a somewhat symbiotic relationship. The soundtracks that accompany them can make or break the mood and gravitas of an onscreen scene, whilst some of our favourite ballads have begun […]

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