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          Duran Duran Announce ‘Free To Love’ Remix Album Featuring Trixie Mattel

          June 23, 2026

          Duran Duran have announced Free To Love: Hot Star Remixes, a new remix collection built around their recent single “Free To Love,” featuring Nile Rodgers. The remix album will be released digitally across streaming platforms […]

          Editors
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          Editors Announce New Album ‘Surface, Echo & Sound’ And Share ‘The Rush’

          June 23, 2026

          Editors have announced their eighth studio album, Surface, Echo & Sound, set for release on October 30, 2026, via Play It Again Sam. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the album’s latest single, “The […]

          Keane
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          Keane Announce 20th Anniversary Reissue Of ‘Under The Iron Sea’

          June 22, 2026

          Keane will celebrate the 20th anniversary of their second album, Under The Iron Sea, with a newly remastered and expanded reissue, released on July 24 via UMR/Island. The release follows the band’s successful 2024 anniversary […]

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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 […]

        • 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 […]

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          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival

          June 16, 2026

          It has been a significant year for the Southbank Centre, which recently received a £10 million grant as part of its 75th birthday celebrations. Adding to that sense of occasion, Harry Styles was announced as […]

        • 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
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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
        • 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 […]

          Elles Bailey
          Interviews

          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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        • 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. […]

          The Hoosiers
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          The Hoosiers on New Album ‘Compassion,’ Toxicity & Finding Joy Again | XS Noize Podcast #287

          June 2, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Irwin Sparkes and Alan Sharland from The Hoosiers. Irwin and Alan join Mark for a warm, funny and reflective conversation about […]

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IMAGINE DRAGONS - Announce 3ARENA, Dublin date.
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IMAGINE DRAGONS – Announce 3ARENA, Dublin date.

September 18, 2017 XS Noize

Following the release of their third studio album, EVOLVE, and with dates already confirmed across North America, Imagine Dragons have announced the addition of Europe and the UK to their EVOLVE World Tour. The tour […]

THE CORONAS - Return to Belfast’s iconic ULSTER HALL this December.
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THE CORONAS – Return to Belfast’s iconic ULSTER HALL this December.

September 18, 2017 XS Noize

THE CORONAS return to Belfast’s iconic ULSTER HALL this December. The band have performed festival slots all summer at Sea Sessions, Live At The Marquee Cork, Galway Arts Festival & Independence, as well as their […]

Bjork Releases New Song - 'The Gate' - Listen Here
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BJORK – Shares video for ‘The Gate’ – Watch Now!

September 18, 2017 XS Noize

Björk today releases the music video for ‘The Gate’ which is the first single from her forthcoming ninth studio album. Directed by long-time collaborator Andrew Thomas Huang, with creative direction by Björk, Alessandro Michele and […]

PREMIERE: Joon Moon featuring Krystle Warren - 'Get Down'
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PREMIERE: Joon Moon featuring Krystle Warren – ‘Get Down’

September 18, 2017 XS Noize

We are pleased to premiere the new track ‘Get Down’ by Paris based electro/soul trio Joon Moon featuring US singer Krystle Warren. As 2015 was wrapping up, an unknown outfit called Joon Moon took the […]

PREMIERE: Archil - 'Voodoo Dance' - Listen Now!
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PREMIERE: Archil – ‘Voodoo Dance’ – Listen Now!

September 18, 2017 XS Noize

Born from the bosom of surrealist tendencies and alchemic prophecies, Archil walks the fine line between artist and mad scientist. Whether it be building aleatory rhythms through “blind drumming” to create new arranging methods or […]

PSYCHO COMEDY - Certifiable Merseyside five-piece escape with new single ‘Michigan State’
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PSYCHO COMEDY – Certifiable Merseyside five-piece escape with new single ‘Michigan State’

September 17, 2017 XS Noize

Slipping their straitjackets for a second time this season, certifiable Merseyside five-piece Psycho Comedy escape Deltasonic’s asylum with their eyes on new single ‘Michigan State’. With neurotic bass patterns and howling top lines from deranged […]

A DUB LAZARUS PROJECT – THE RESURRECTION OF WAYNE PAUL
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A DUB LAZARUS PROJECT – THE RESURRECTION OF WAYNE PAUL

September 17, 2017 Michael Barron

The year is 1994 and everyone knows the name of East End crooner with Jamaican roots: Wayne Paul. Signed to London hip-hop label, Sound of Money Records, managed by Jeremy Tuson (known as Tuse); his […]

PAUL DRAPER - Includes BELFAST in massive new UK tour
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LIVE REVIEW: Paul Draper – 15th September 2017, Gorilla, Manchester

September 17, 2017 Sandra Blemster

Ex-lead singer of 90s cult band Mansun, Paul Draper is due on stage. It’s his second gig in fourteen years and the air is charged. Last night it was Leeds, tonight Manchester. The crowd are […]

R.E.M. are reissuing their landmark album 'Automatic For The People' to commemorate the title’s 25th Anniversary 1
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R.E.M. are reissuing their landmark album ‘Automatic For The People’ to commemorate the title’s 25th Anniversary

September 15, 2017 XS Noize

R.E.M. are reissuing their landmark album Automatic For The People to commemorate the title’s 25th Anniversary. Due November 10 via Craft Recordings, the remastered album will be available in a variety of formats, the most […]

LIVERPOOL PSYCH FESTIVAL - Gears Up for 2017 Season 1
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LIVERPOOL PSYCH FESTIVAL – Gears Up for 2017 Season

September 15, 2017 XS Noize

The Liverpool International Festival of Psychedelia (a.k.a. Liverpool Psych Fest or PZYK) kicks into overdrive on September 22-23, celebrating artists operating at the cutting edge of today’s global psychedelic renaissance, alongside visual art, film, performance […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Lex Audrey - 'God Given' - Watch Now!
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Lex Audrey – ‘God Given’ – Watch Now!

September 15, 2017 XS Noize

We are pleased to premiere the video for ‘God Given’ from Vienna based three piece Lex Audrey. Featuring Niklas Apfel (vocals, guitar, samples), Patrick Pillichshammer (drums, sampling pad) and Lukas Staudinger (bass, synthesizer), with a […]

DAVID GRAY -  Releases New Track - ‘Hole In The Weather’- Listen
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DAVID GRAY – Releases New Track – ‘Hole In The Weather’- Listen

September 15, 2017 XS Noize

Multi-platinum recording artist David Gray has today released a brand-new track, ‘Hole In The Weather’, his first new material of 2017. To coincide with the track, Gray is shortly to embark on a 22 date, […]

HOWIE PAYNE - today releases a new single, ‘Some Believer, Sweet Dreamer’ - Listen
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HOWIE PAYNE – today releases a new single, ‘Some Believer, Sweet Dreamer’ – Listen

September 15, 2017 XS Noize

Howie Payne today releases a new single, ‘Some Believer, Sweet Dreamer’, the latest track to emerge from his long-awaited new album ‘Mountain’, to be released on October 27th on Full Stack Records. The new album, […]

Bjork Releases New Song - 'The Gate' - Listen Here
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Bjork Releases New Song – ‘The Gate’ – Listen Here

September 15, 2017 XS Noize

Björk today releases the first single, titled ‘The Gate’, from her forthcoming ninth studio album. ‘The Gate’ is available digitally via One Little Indian now, and on limited edition 12″ vinyl on September 22nd. The […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Digital 21 + Stefan Olsdal  - ‘Who Are All Of You’
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Digital 21 + Stefan Olsdal – ‘Who Are All Of You’

September 15, 2017 XS Noize

Digital 21 + Stefan Olsdal Unveil video for new track ‘Who Are All Of You’ featuring Julienne Dessange. Taken from debut cinematic album ‘Inside’ New super pairing of veteran electronic producer Miguel López Mora and […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: The Blue Hour - 'Always'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: The Blue Hour – ‘Always’

September 15, 2017 XS Noize

A few weeks ago, The Blue Hour presented their new single ‘One More Mystery’, giving us a taste of early 4AD-style ethereal folk-noir par excellence with a dance of Siouxsie Sioux thrown in for good […]

PREMIERE: Darwish - 'This City' - Listen Now!
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PREMIERE: Darwish – ‘This City’ – Listen Now!

September 15, 2017 XS Noize

Highly accomplished bassist Darwish has played for the likes of Sting, Imelda May, Newton Faulkner, Kristina Train and Zara Mcfarlane. A multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Darwish delivers the first single ‘This City’ from his new EP […]

IN FOCUS// Ryan Adams | Ulster Hall, Belfast, 08/09/2017 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Ryan Adams | Ulster Hall, Belfast, 08/09/2017

September 14, 2017 Clair McAllister

Ryan Adams played Belfast’s famous Ulster Hall on Friday night 08/09/2017 Clair McAllister was on hand to take these great shots from a distance.

Belfast synth-pop trio BEAUTY SLEEP reveal new single "Until We See The Sun"
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Belfast synth-pop trio BEAUTY SLEEP reveal new single “Until We See The Sun”

September 14, 2017 XS Noize

“Until We See The Sun” is the new single from Beauty Sleep, which was premiered via Clash, who wrote “Fuzzy basslines combine with sweetly beguiling vocals, as Beauty Sleep once more capture that certain innate […]

#32. XS Noize Music Podcast: KYLE FALCONER from THE VIEW talks 'HATS OFF TO THE BUSKERS' - Ten Years On
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THE VIEW – Announce Scottish tour + festival dates!

September 14, 2017 XS Noize

Earlier this year, The View celebrated the 10th anniversary of their debut album Hats Off To The Buskers with a 10th anniversary limited edition vinyl being released for Record Store Day. To book end another […]

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