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        • Placebo
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          Placebo release re:created version of iconic single ‘Nancy Boy’

          June 5, 2026

          Placebo release the newly reworked version of “Nancy Boy” alongside a new visualiser for the single. This is the final single to be shared ahead of their forthcoming new album Placebo RE:CREATED, set for release […]

          muse
          News

          MUSE Channel French Disco on New Track ‘Nightshift Superstar’ Ahead of New Album ‘The Wow! Signal’

          June 5, 2026

          GRAMMY® Award-winning rock titans MUSE unveil their new single, “Nightshift Superstar,” and its accompanying music video. The latest glimpse into the world of their forthcoming tenth album, The Wow! Signal (out June 26), arrives as […]

          DMA’S
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          DMA’S Announce Belfast Limelight Show for February 2027

          June 4, 2026

          Following on from the announcement that their self-titled album is set for release later this year, DMA’S have given fans another taste of what’s to come with new single and video ‘Hurracane’. Built on a […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining

          June 3, 2026

          Death, grief and frazzled nerves conspire on an epic odyssey to the dark side Totnes experimentalists Abrasive Trees have long sailed choppy liminal seas between the living world and whatever lurks beyond it. Their debut […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta - Cut A Silhouette
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta – Cut A Silhouette

          May 29, 2026

          Having spent two decades parsing the shifting sands of alternative rock, it takes something genuinely striking to cut through the noise. Enter Sparta’s latest offering, Cut A Silhouette. Spanning ten tracks across an urgent 33 […]

        • 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

          LIVE REVIEW: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall

          June 4, 2026

          On May 30th, legendary Scottish musician and songwriter Midge Ure brought a nostalgic, polished and deeply enjoyable show to Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall. The all-seated theatre was packed well before Ure and his band arrived […]

          Lone Assembly
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Lone Assembly bring dark synthpop and post-punk atmosphere to London’s MOTH Club

          May 27, 2026

          When a proposed property development threatened the future of the 300-capacity MOTH Club, the support to save it far exceeded the venue’s maximum attendance. Around 30,000 people signed a petition to protect the much-loved Hackney […]

        • 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
        • The Hoosiers
          Podcast

          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 […]

          robert arkins - the commitments
          Podcast

          Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film | XS Noize Podcast #286

          May 25, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker’s classic 1991 film The Commitments. Robert joins Mark for […]

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
          Podcast

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285

          May 19, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by BRIT and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. Nerina joins Mark for a warm, honest and reflective conversation about her new career-spanning […]

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FEET Share New Track ‘Dog Walking’ & Announce Live In-Stores
Gigs

FEET Share New Track ‘Dog Walking’ & Announce Live In-Stores

October 2, 2019 XS Noize

FEET have today shared ‘Dog Walking’, the final taster from their debut album What’s Inside Is More Than Just Ham which is due for release this Friday through the band’s very own Clapped Records. You […]

SODA BLONDE announce headline show at Black Box, Belfast, 6th December
Gigs

SODA BLONDE announce headline show at Black Box, Belfast, 6th December

October 1, 2019 XS Noize

Exploding onto the Irish music scene this year, Soda Blonde have today announce their first headline show at Black Box, Belfast, 6th December 2019. Tickets are now available from Ticketmaster.ie and outlets Nationwide, costing £16.00 […]

KITT PHILIPPA releases 'Fahrenheit' live in Belfast video - Watch Now
New Music

KITT PHILIPPA releases ‘Fahrenheit’ live in Belfast video – Watch Now

October 1, 2019 XS Noize

Having recently released their brand new single ‘Fahrenheit’, drawing comparisons to James Blake and Jamie Woon to name a few, today Kitt Philippa releases a stunning live version of the track filmed in Belfast. Watch […]

PHOBOPHOBES share video for new track 'Blind Muscle' - Watch Now
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PHOBOPHOBES share video for new track ‘Blind Muscle’ – Watch Now

October 1, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Phobophobes return with new track “Blind Muscle”, a Rhubarb And Custard glam deconstruction about “a blind force, someone who can make decisions and doesn’t necessarily make the right ones, very flippant decisions that affect […]

EDITORS release acoustic version of 'Smokers Outside The Hospital Doors' - Listen Now
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EDITORS release acoustic version of ‘Smokers Outside The Hospital Doors’ – Listen Now

October 1, 2019 XS Noize

Following the announcement of their best-of album Black Gold and UK and European tour earlier this month, Editors have today given fans a first taste of the deluxe version’s second disc,  ‘Distance: The Acoustic Recordings’,  with a gorgeous new version of […]

SIMPLY RED today release new soulful-ballad ‘Sweet Child’ - Listen Now
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SIMPLY RED today release new soulful-ballad ‘Sweet Child’ – Listen Now

September 30, 2019 XS Noize

Following a storming set at Radio 2 in Hyde Park and the announcement of a huge 2020 Autumn tour, Simply Red today release new soulful-ballad ‘Sweet Child’. The single is taken from their 12th studio […]

SIMPLE MINDS announce 3Arena, Dublin show as part of ‘40 Years Of Hits’ Tour
Gigs

SIMPLE MINDS celebrate 40 YEARS with a career spanning collection & 2020 UK TOUR

September 30, 2019 XS Noize

On 1st November, UMC will release 40: THE BEST OF – 1979-2019, a new compilation album that covers all 40 years of the legendary band Simple Minds recording career. It captures their early experimentation, cross over […]

SIMPLE MINDS announce 3Arena, Dublin show as part of ‘40 Years Of Hits’ Tour
Gigs

SIMPLE MINDS announce 3Arena, Dublin show as part of ‘40 Years Of Hits’ Tour

September 30, 2019 XS Noize

Simple Minds celebrate 40 iconic years in music by embarking upon a major world tour in 2020. Today the band announce details of the tour’s European dates, which covers 38 shows across 12 countries and […]

TAYLOR SWIFT'S album 'Lover' receives platinum certification in just four weeks
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TAYLOR SWIFT’S album ‘Lover’ receives platinum certification in just four weeks

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

Taylor Swift’s critically-adored album Lover [Republic Records], receives platinum certification in just four weeks from the RIAA in recognition of over 1 million U.S. sales—as announced today. This only adds to a series of recent accolades, […]

BROKEN BELLS return with new song 'Good Luck' - Listen Now
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BROKEN BELLS return with new song ‘Good Luck’ – Listen Now

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

Brian Burton (aka Danger Mouse) and James Mercer (of The Shins), collectively known as Broken Bells, have released their newest song “Good Luck.” The song is available now for purchase and streaming across all platforms […]

JC STEWART shares live performance of new single ‘Pick Up Your Phone’ - Watch Now
Gigs

JC STEWART shares live performance of new single ‘Pick Up Your Phone’ – Watch Now

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

It’s been a summer to remember for the rising star JC Stewart. He’s been tipped by some big names in the shape of Niall Horan and Lewis Capaldi, while his recent single ‘Bones’ was highlighted […]

JOHN BRAMWELL (I Am Kloot) - Introduces... 'The Full Harmonic Convergence' - Listen to 'I Am The Sky'
Gigs

JOHN BRAMWELL (I Am Kloot) – Introduces… ‘The Full Harmonic Convergence’ – Listen to ‘I Am The Sky’

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

John Bramwell is delighted to introduce: The Full Harmonic Convergence. The talismanic Mancunian songwriter and frontman of I Am Kloot returns this Winter for two very special shows at the Manchester O2 Ritz and the […]

IVORY WAVE announce debut EP and release new video for 'Uptown' - Watch Now
Gigs

IVORY WAVE announce debut EP and release new video for ‘Uptown’ – Watch Now

September 27, 2019 XS Noize

Birmingham quintet Ivory Wave has already established a reputation as local heroes. Their exuberant, party-starting mix of swaggering indie attitude, dancefloor-filling beats and glistening synths inspire chaotic scenes wherever they go. Their songs speak of […]

JACK SAVORETTI Releases Video for ‘Youth & Love ft. Mika’
Gigs

JACK SAVORETTI Releases Video for ‘Youth & Love ft. Mika’

September 26, 2019 XS Noize

Off the back of a string of UK festivals this summer and following a fantastic set at the BBC Proms in the Park, Jack Savoretti today reveals the hilarious and dance-inducing video for ‘Youth and […]

JEFF LYNNE’S ELO set to release new album, 'From Out of Nowhere' on November 1st
News

JEFF LYNNE’S ELO set to release new album, ‘From Out of Nowhere’ on November 1st

September 26, 2019 XS Noize

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and music legend Jeff Lynne will follow up a remarkable run of sold-out European and American tours with a new album, From Out of Nowhere, on November 1st. Lynne, […]

EDITORS unveil new video for 'Black Gold' - Watch Now
Gigs

EDITORS unveil new video for ‘Black Gold’ – Watch Now

September 26, 2019 XS Noize

Following the announcement of their best-of album Black Gold and UK and European tour earlier this month, Editors have today unveiled the dramatic new video for title track ‘Black Gold’. This comes in the wake […]

PODGE releases new single, 'Such A Steal' - Listen Now
News

PODGE releases new single, ‘Such A Steal’ – Listen Now

September 26, 2019 XS Noize

Eclectic electronic melodies, DIY pop collage production, and playful vocals come together to make up Such A Steal, Podge’s follow up to Yuka – Peno, and Twintails (BBC London, BBC Wales, BBC Introducing). Taking influence […]

BASTILLE unveil official video for track "Bad Decisions" - Watch Now
Gigs

BASTILLE unveil official video for track “Bad Decisions” – Watch Now

September 25, 2019 XS Noize

Bastille has just unveiled the official video for “Bad Decisions,” a track from the band’s critically acclaimed new album, Doom Days. In the brilliant new video frontman, Dan Smith plays author Dr Dan Bastille, plugging […]

Northern Irish artist AMY MONTGOMERY shares 'Season Of The Witch' video
Gigs

Northern Irish artist AMY MONTGOMERY shares ‘Season Of The Witch’ video

September 25, 2019 XS Noize

Fresh from debut performances at 18 UK & European summer festivals including Glastonbury, Cambridge Folk, Electric Picnic and Black Deer, Northern Irish artist Amy Montgomery has riveted crowds this summer with her captivating live show […]

Belfast rock outfit NEW PAGANS announce headline Belfast show at Voodoo on 22nd December 2019
Gigs

Belfast rock outfit NEW PAGANS announce headline Belfast show at Voodoo on 22nd December 2019

September 25, 2019 XS Noize

Belfast rock outfit New Pagans are pleased to. New Pagans are back with new single ‘Charlie has the face of a saint’ – an alternative rock ode to conversations overheard on the Northern Irish public […]

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