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        • ASH
          News

          ASH announce Live and In Conversation – Celebrating 30 Years of 1977 at Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast

          April 20, 2026

          Ash will mark 30 years to the day since the release of their iconic debut album 1977 with a special one-night-only event on 6 May 2026. Set to be a memorable evening for fans old […]

          Graham Coxon
          News

          Graham Coxon Announces Lost 2011 Solo Album ‘Castle Park’ — Listen to ‘Billy Says’

          April 20, 2026

          Transgressive Records today announced the first-time release of a never-before-heard solo studio album from Graham Coxon. Titled Castle Park and recorded in 2011, the previously unreleased record will be available on 19 June, 2026 and […]

          da Googie
          News

          Da Googie + Cara Tivey announce ‘The Golden Thread’ live at Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast

          April 20, 2026

          da Googie is the solo project of Deb Googe, the bass player in My Bloody Valentine and Thurston Moore Group. da Googie blends traditional basslines with more abstract noises and field recordings to create songs […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols – Pin Ups

          March 25, 2026

          There’s long been a subtle rebellious streak at the core of The Dandy Warhols. Since emerging from Portland in 1994, they’ve approached genres as something fluid rather than fixed, and Pin Ups – their 2026 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad - It’s the Long Goodbye
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

          March 24, 2026

          It’s been seven years since The Twilight Sad released It Won’t Be Like This All the Time — a record that cemented their place as one of the most emotionally direct and sonically powerful bands […]

        • 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

          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring ‘The Mountain’ to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut

          April 1, 2026

          Gorillaz finally made it to Belfast — and instead of rolling out a greatest hits set, they came in with something very different. Support came from Argentine rapper, singer and songwriter Trueno, and I’ve never […]

        • 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
          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
        • 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. […]

  • Podcast
        • Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
          Podcast

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280

          April 14, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Carol Decker for a candid, funny and revealing conversation about T’Pau’s return with the new album Be Wonderful. You can watch […]

          The Boxer Rebellion
          Podcast

          The Boxer Rebellion on ‘The Second I’m Asleep’ and the reset that brought them back | XS Noize Podcast #279

          April 7, 2026

          The Boxer Rebellion return with The Second I’m Asleep — their first full-length studio album since 2018. In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Nathan Nicholson and Piers Hewitt join Mark Millar to talk […]

          The Dandy Warhols
          Podcast

          Courtney Taylor-Taylor on Pin Ups, Dig! and taking back The Dandy Warhols narrative | XS Noize Podcast #278

          April 1, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Courtney Taylor-Taylor — frontman, songwriter and creative force behind The Dandy Warhols — to talk about the band’s latest release Pin Ups, […]

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The Xs Noize team catches up with Artists and Bands to talk about their music and ideas.

Madison Beer
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Madison Beer on her new music & social media

August 26, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Madison Beer is, to put it simply, a megastar. First discovered by Justin Bieber after singing Etta James on Instagram, she’s since accumulated a following of millions across several social media platforms and worldwide, thanks […]

Liv Hanna
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Liv Hanna on her latest single ‘Lovers In The Night’

August 23, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Liv Hanna first discovered her love of music at eight when her multi-instrumentalist father inspired her to start learning the piano. Now, more than a decade later, she’s an established talent in her own right, […]

Taylor Grey
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Taylor Grey talks latest single “Idiot” & how she defines success

August 22, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Taylor Grey has racked up more than a million streams on Spotify alone and, as a recent graduate of Stanford University, has the kind of ambition and work ethic that you can’t help but be […]

Gavin Haley
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Gavin Haley on new album ‘I hate you, Don’t Leave Me’

August 19, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Gavin Haley is not afraid to show his emotions and be vulnerable with and through his lyrics and the stories they tell. Nowhere is this more evident than on his debut […]

The Native
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Plymouth-based indie band THE NATIVE discuss their new EP ‘Looking Back’

August 16, 2022 Aaron Kavanagh

The Plymouth-based indie band The Native are rising stars in the indie sphere with healthy airplay on British radio, spots on some of the UK’s biggest festivals and supporting slots for big names. The band’s […]

Johnny Hunter
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Johnny Hunter on new album ‘Want’ & artistic influences

August 12, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Johnny Hunter rose from the wreckage of political turmoil in Sydney, bringing with them musical glamour and bravado reminiscent of David Bowie and Morrissey and lyrical torment not quite heard the same way since the […]

Dog Day Afternoon
Interviews

INTERVIEW with up-and-coming Irish indie act Dog Day Afternoon

August 10, 2022 Aaron Kavanagh

Named after Sidney Lumet’s classic 1975 crime thriller starring Al Pacino, Dog Day Afternoon are an up-and-coming Irish indie act from Dublin and Laois. They have been garnering a lot of attention from continued airplay […]

Venus Grrrls
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Venus Grrrls discuss ‘Violet State of Mind’

August 8, 2022 XS Noize

Leeds’ all-girl rock group, VENUS GRRRLS are back with their riotous new offering, ‘Violet State of Mind’, the band’s first release since their 2021 EP Potions. The song and accompanying music video carry a dark […]

Kate Stewart
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Kate Stewart talks ‘The Game’ & tour plans

August 7, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Music is and has always been practically in Kate Stewart’s blood. A member of a very musical family, she’s grown up surrounded by artists and the arts, and now she’s adding her unique and intoxicating […]

Garth.
Interviews

INTERVIEW: New York City-based singer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Garth. on ‘Live, in Color’

August 2, 2022 Randall Radic

New York City-based singer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Garth. recently released his live album, Live, in Color, a 13-track collection of music running the gamut from deep soul grooves to ‘80s R&B, pop, and funk. The […]

THUNDERMOTHER
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Emlee Johansson of THUNDERMOTHER discusses Black And Gold EP

August 1, 2022 Randall Radic

Swedish all-female hard rock/power metal outfit THUNDERMOTHER recently unveiled their music video, “Watch Out,” a track from their just-released EP, Black And Gold. THUNDERMOTHER will accompany renowned heavyweights Whitesnake on their farewell tour this summer, […]

Nerina Pallot
Featured Interview

INTERVIEW: Nerina Pallot on her brilliantly diverse seventh album, ‘I Don’t Know What I’m Doing’

July 27, 2022 Lee Campbell

Nerina Pallot has recently released her brilliantly diverse seventh album, ‘I Don’t Know What I’m Doing.’ It pulls from many genres, including soul, jazz, blues and pop. XS Noize chatted with Nerina about her new […]

Sophie Pecora
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Sophie Pecora on ‘To Save The World’ and using her platform in a positive way

July 25, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

It’s said and believed by many that music is like a form of therapy – it can help and heal in a way few other things can. Sophie Pecora is one artist who believes such […]

Caitlynne Curtis
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Caitlynne Curtis on ‘Mood Swings’ & balancing her music with being a mum

July 22, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

The music industry is fickle and hard to ‘break’ into. Caitlynne Curtis knows this all too well and has overcome rejection and considerable difficulties to make a name for herself in the business. Currently working […]

Hoodie Allen
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Hoodie Allen talks his artistic reinvention & new single ‘Call Me Never’

July 20, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

We all reinvent ourselves in some form or another at one, or at many points, in our lives and for all sorts of reasons; personal, professional – and sometimes just because we can. Hoodie Allen […]

INTERVIEW: AC Sapphire shares the Inspiration for new album ‘Desert Car’ & her thoughts on social media
Interviews

INTERVIEW: AC Sapphire shares the Inspiration for new album ‘Desert Car’ & her thoughts on social media

July 18, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

With her new album ‘Desert Car’ having been delayed by two years, AC Sapphire is now sharing the hard work she put into its creation with the world. As an artist who looks at society […]

INTERVIEW with Aunty MNGO about ADHD, Neurodiversity, and 'The Brightest Timeline'
Interviews

INTERVIEW with Aunty MNGO about ADHD, Neurodiversity, and ‘The Brightest Timeline’

July 14, 2022 Randall Radic

Melbourne, the Australia-based artist Aunty MNGO, aka Samuel Stopforth, recently released his single, “The Brightest Timeline.” The song’s official title is “LUV-B1C1: The Brightest Timeline (ELGNCE),” and it’s an appetizer for his forthcoming EP. Aunty […]

INTERVIEW: Isle of Wight quartet AS WE LEAVE discuss 'Stop Making Plans' EP
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Isle of Wight quartet AS WE LEAVE discuss ‘Stop Making Plans’ EP

July 11, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Isle of Wight quartet As We Leave released their new EP ‘Stop Making Plans’ at the end of last month. The collection, created in the rustic style and posture with which they made their first, serves […]

INTERVIEW Legendary Drummer Ralph Rolle on Chic & Soul Snacks 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW Legendary Drummer Ralph Rolle on Chic & Soul Snacks

July 8, 2022 Lee Campbell

This Sunday, Nile Rodgers & Chic will play the British Summer Time Festival at Hyde Park London, where they will be supporting the mighty Duran Duran. Now a massive part of the Chic family, drummer […]

INTERVIEW: POESY shares the story & meaning behind new single 'Multiply' & teases her tour plans
Interviews

INTERVIEW: POESY shares the story & meaning behind new single ‘Multiply’ & teases her tour plans

July 7, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

As championed by Billboard, Canadian goth-pop artist POESY is certainly making waves. Later this summer, she’ll captivate an audience of millions when she performs an original anthem at the opening and closing ceremonies of the […]

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