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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
          News

          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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MYSTERY JETS release new track 'Hospital Radio' an ode to the NHS - Listen Now
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MYSTERY JETS release new track ‘Hospital Radio’ an ode to the NHS – Listen Now

July 10, 2019 XS Noize

Today Mystery Jets release new track Hospital Radio. The track is an ode to the NHS and the staff that have helped lead singer Blaine Harrison, who has spent a large portion of his life […]

SALAD Release New Single 'You Got The Job' - Listen Now
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SALAD Release New Single ‘You Got The Job’ – Listen Now

July 10, 2019 XS Noize

“The golden kisses of summer keep me going through winter. I store them up in my treehouse…you got the job.” Salad release a brand new single called ‘You Got The Job’. The track is taken […]

LUCY SPRAGGAN Announces 32-Date Tour of the UK & Ireland
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LUCY SPRAGGAN Announces 32-Date Tour of the UK & Ireland

July 10, 2019 XS Noize

2019 is proving to be another hugely successful year for Lucy Spraggan. She’s already released her fifth studio album ‘Today Was A Good Day’, played Glastonbury and SXSW, toured Europe and Scandinavia with Melissa Etheridge, and completed her own US and UK […]

FRANK TURNER Releases New Track & Latest Podcast Episode - Listen Now
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FRANK TURNER Releases New Track & Latest Podcast Episode – Listen Now

July 10, 2019 XS Noize

FRANK TURNER is today airing the latest new track lifted from his forthcoming eighth album, ‘NO MAN’S LAND’ (out August 16th on Xtra Mile Recordings/Polydor Records), produced by Catherine Marks and featuring an all-female cast […]

AFRICA EXPRESS share new track, ‘MAMA’ - Listen Now
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AFRICA EXPRESS share new track, ‘MAMA’ – Listen Now

July 10, 2019 XS Noize

Mama, the fifth track taken from Africa Express’ forthcoming studio album EGOLI is available now, listen below. Mama is a Shangaan inspired electro track featuring Acholitronix pioneer Otim Aplha; producer and songwriter Georgia; and funk duo Radio 123, written and […]

STEREOLAB announce second batch of expanded album reissues, out Sept 13th
New Music

STEREOLAB announce second batch of expanded album reissues, out Sept 13th

July 9, 2019 XS Noize

On September 13th, 2019, Stereolab continue their year-long seven-album reissue campaign with the release of 1996’s Emperor Tomato Ketchup, 1997’s Dots and Loops and 1999’s Cobra and Phases Group Play Voltage in the Milky Night […]

FRIENDLY FIRES Announce details of new album 'Inflorescent' + share single 'Silhouettes'
Gigs

FRIENDLY FIRES announce details of their long awaited third album, ‘Inflorescent’

July 9, 2019 XS Noize

Having spent the last year reminding everyone exactly why they’re one of the UK’s best-loved bands via a series of jubilant, celebratory live shows and a duo of singles (‘Love Like Waves’and ‘Heaven Let Me […]

VILLAGERS share brand new single "Summer's Song" - Watch Video
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VILLAGERS share brand new single “Summer’s Song” – Watch Video

July 9, 2019 XS Noize

Villagers share a brand new single, “Summer’s Song”. Featuring a chorus of six flugelhorns, “ Summer’s Song” was written and produced by Conor O’Brien and mixed by the legendary Dave Fridmann (Tame Impala, Flaming Lips, […]

LIAM GALLAGHER Announces 3ARENA, DUBLIN Show, SUNDAY 24th NOVEMBER + Shares New Track, The River 1
Playlists

XS Noize June PLAYLIST – Listen Now

July 8, 2019 Ben P Scott

The monthly XS Noize playlists on Spotify bring together the most essential new music of the last month that has been featured on the site. The June 2019 edition features tracks from Heads Off, JARV […]

ROE shares video for her latest single, ‘Girls’ - Watch Now
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ROE shares video for her latest single, ‘Girls’ – Watch Now

July 8, 2019 XS Noize

After gaining 20k streams in its first week of release, ROE has released the simple yet thought-provoking video for her latest single, ‘Girls’. Railing against the pressures of perfection often presented through social media and […]

SKUNK ANANSIE release brand new single 'What You Do For Love' - Listen Now
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SKUNK ANANSIE release brand new single ‘What You Do For Love’ – Listen Now

July 5, 2019 XS Noize

Iconic Brit rockers Skunk Anansie return with the brilliant new single ‘What You Do For Love’, which had its world exclusive first play on Jo Whiley’s BBC Radio 2 show last night. Raw and reflective, […]

PRIMAL SCREAM reissue early classic ‘Velocity Girl’ on 7" Vinyl
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PRIMAL SCREAM reissue early classic ‘Velocity Girl’ on 7″ Vinyl

July 5, 2019 XS Noize

In just 82 seconds, Primal Scream’s ‘Velocity Girl’ became a landmark moment in the nascent indie scene and ignited a band who would become a pivotal part of British music culture. First released as the […]

THE BE POSITIVES debut with ‘70s inspired mad-pop single ‘Monkey (Cheetah)’ - Watch Video
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THE BE POSITIVES debut with ‘70s inspired mad-pop single ‘Monkey (Cheetah)’ – Watch Video

July 4, 2019 XS Noize

THE BE POSITIVES is a northern conundrum. Consisting of Mike Seal (Guitar, Piano & Vocals), Rob Hatton (Bass & Vocals), Simon Mayne (Lead Guitar & Vocals) and Callum Darley (Drums & Vocals), they were splayed […]

LIZ LAWRENCE announces details of her forthcoming new long player ‘Pity Party’ on October 25th
Gigs

LIZ LAWRENCE announces details of her forthcoming new long player ‘Pity Party’ on October 25th

July 4, 2019 XS Noize

Having launched her epic new pop banger of a single ‘Navigator’ just under two weeks ago, which has so far generated plays from Lauren Laverne and Huw Stephens as well as New Music Friday adds […]

US alt-pop band DREAMERS play Reading & Leeds Festivals this summer
Gigs

US alt-pop band DREAMERS play Reading & Leeds Festivals this summer

July 4, 2019 XS Noize

US alternative pop band DREAMERS have announced that they will play Reading & Leeds festivals this summer, ahead of their UK tour supporting The Night Café. Fresh off the back of the release of their […]

THE FUTUREHEADS will release the single ‘Good Night Out’ / ‘Listen, Little Man!’ on 5th July
Gigs

THE FUTUREHEADS will release the single ‘Good Night Out’ / ‘Listen, Little Man!’ on 5th July

July 4, 2019 XS Noize

The Futureheads will release the single ‘Good Night Out’ / ‘Listen, Little Man!’ on 5th July. It’s the second single to be taken from their forthcoming album ‘Powers’, which is released on The Orchard on […]

London alt-rockers HEAVY HEART share entrancing new release 'Cry Ice' - Listen Now
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London alt-rockers HEAVY HEART share entrancing new release ‘Cry Ice’ – Listen Now

July 3, 2019 XS Noize

Drifting seamlessly into the spotlight with a combination of vivid songwriting and luscious dream pop, London alt-rockers Heavy Heart showcase their emotional sensibilities to perfection in entrancing new release Cry Ice. Forming the final part […]

FLORENCE + THE MACHINE Celebrate 10 year anniversary of ‘Lungs’ with special edition re-release on August 16th
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FLORENCE + THE MACHINE Celebrate 10 year anniversary of ‘Lungs’ with special edition re-release on August 16th

July 3, 2019 XS Noize

Florence + the Machine released their seminal debut album ‘Lungs’ exactly a decade ago today – and what a decade it’s been! To celebrate, Florence + the Machine have created a super special collectors box […]

CRUSHED BEAKS share second single "Sky Burial" from forthcoming album 'The Other Room' 1
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CRUSHED BEAKS share second single “Sky Burial” from forthcoming album ‘The Other Room’

July 3, 2019 XS Noize

London’s Crushed Beaks have today shared their second single “Sky Burial” (released digitally 5th July) from their forthcoming album The Other Room out 9th August on Clue Records. On album opener, “Sky Burial”, squalls of […]

PREFAB SPROUT to release remastered vinyl version of 3 classic albums + 'A Life of Surprises: The Best Of' hits collection out September 27th 2
New Music

PREFAB SPROUT to release remastered vinyl version of 3 classic albums + ‘A Life of Surprises: The Best Of’ hits collection out September 27th

July 3, 2019 XS Noize

Off the back of the incredible latest album ‘I Trawl The Megahertz‘, Prefab Sprout has announced exciting release plans for remastered vinyl versions of three of the band’s classic albums along with their incredible greatest […]

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