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        • Brian Fallon
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          Brian Fallon Announces New Album ‘Not Bad For New Jersey’ And Shares New Single ‘Pearls’

          June 10, 2026

          Brian Fallon has announced details of his eagerly awaited new album, Not Bad For New Jersey, set for release via his own Lesser Known Records on Thursday, September 10, 2026, digitally, with the physical release […]

          Interpol
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          Interpol return with new album ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’ and share two new tracks

          June 9, 2026

          Interpol have announced their new album This Mirror Weighs a Ton, their first in four years and debut for Partisan Records, arriving August 28. Alongside the announcement, the band share the two opening tracks, the […]

          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 […]

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          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 […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • 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
          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 […]

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COLDPLAY to release LIVE ALBUM & CONCERT FILM to accompany new documentary DVD on December 7
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COLDPLAY to release LIVE ALBUM & CONCERT FILM to accompany new documentary DVD on December 7

October 18, 2018 XS Noize

On December 7, Coldplay will celebrate their record-breaking A Head Full Of Dreams Tour with the release of Live In Buenos Aires / Live In São Paulo / A Head Full Of Dreams (Film), on CD, DVD, vinyl and digital. The Live In […]

THOM YORKE shares new track 'Has Ended' - Listen Now
New Music

THOM YORKE shares the acoustic guitar and vocal ballad ‘Open Again’ – Listen Now

October 18, 2018 XS Noize

Last night saw the release of the acoustic guitar and vocal ballad “Open Again,” the fourth song to be released in advance of Thom Yorke’s Suspiria (Music for the Luca Guadagnino Film). “Open Again” follows […]

SHRED KELLY to release their fourth album, 'Archipelago', on October 19th followed by UK tour
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SHRED KELLY to release their fourth album, ‘Archipelago’, on October 19th followed by UK tour

October 17, 2018 XS Noize

Shred Kelly will be releasing their most ambitious project yet in their fourth album, Archipelago, on October 19th 2018 via DevilDuck Records, followed immediately by a tour in the UK. The new record was produced […]

Ten Fé announce new album 'Future Perfect, Present Tense' + share new track 'Won't Happen' 1
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Ten Fé announce new album ‘Future Perfect, Present Tense’ + share new track ‘Won’t Happen’

October 17, 2018 XS Noize

Ten Fé have announced their brand new album ‘Future Perfect, Present Tense’, due for release on Some Kinda Love/PIAS on March 8th. They’ve shared a taste of the album in brand new track ‘Won’t Happen’ […]

The 1975 Share New Video for “Love It If We Made It” - Watch Now
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The 1975 Share New Video for “Love It If We Made It” – Watch Now

October 17, 2018 XS Noize

The 1975 have announced a 2019 North American tour in support of their forthcoming record A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships. The tour kicks off in March, following January shows in the UK and Ireland. Pale Waves […]

SILENT RIVAL have announced a UK tour for January next year
Gigs

SILENT RIVAL have announced a UK tour for January next year

October 16, 2018 XS Noize

Los Angeles based SILENT RIVAL have announced a headline UK tour for January next year, following their successful, sold out UK tour earlier this year in April. Full dates below: The sinister and eye-catching video […]

EDITORS reveal video for new single 'Cold' - Watch Now
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EDITORS reveal video for new single ‘Cold’ – Watch Now

October 16, 2018 XS Noize

Platinum-selling British band Editors today unveil the video for ‘Cold’, the 4th single taken from their 6th studio album Violence, released in March via Play It Again Sam. The moving video, directed by celebrated artist Rahi […]

OCEAN COLOUR SCENE Announce a New 4 Track EP to be Released on 16th November
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OCEAN COLOUR SCENE Announce a New 4 Track EP to be Released on 16th November

October 16, 2018 XS Noize

It`s been 7 years since any new material has been released and OCS are pleased to announce they have recorded 4 new tracks for an EP. The 4 Track EP is due for release on […]

ARCTIC MONKEYS Announce 7” of "Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino" single + new b-side "Anyways"
Gigs

ARCTIC MONKEYS Announce 7” of “Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino” single + new b-side “Anyways”

October 16, 2018 XS Noize

Arctic Monkeys release the 7” of “Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino,” the title track of their current album, on Friday, November 30th. The single features a brand new b-side, entitled “Anyways.” The band have also […]

SOAK premieres video for new single 'Everybody Loves You' - Watch Now
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SOAK premieres video for new single ‘Everybody Loves You’ – Watch Now

October 16, 2018 XS Noize

SOAK has today premiered the video for acclaimed new single ‘Everybody Loves You’. First airing as Annie Mac’s Hottest Record in the World on Radio 1 – with Bridie also performing the track for the first time […]

NO ROME Premieres Video for new track ‘Seventeen’ - Watch Now
Gigs

NO ROME Shares video for ‘Narcissist’ ft. The 1975 – Watch Now

October 15, 2018 XS Noize

No Rome – the prodigal Manila-born singer and producer who is fast becoming one of the most talked about new artists this year – has shared his brand new video for ‘Narcissist’ featuring The 1975’s frontman Matty […]

IRON MAIDEN'S acclaimed studio remasters get the CD digipack treatment
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IRON MAIDEN’S acclaimed studio remasters get the CD digipack treatment

October 14, 2018 XS Noize

Parlophone Records will continue their reissues series of the IRON MAIDEN catalogue with The Studio Collection – Remastered, covering the band’s sixteen-strong studio albums across their career to date. Following on from 2014/2017’s black vinyl releases and […]

COLDPLAY Announce ‘A HEAD FULL OF DREAMS’ Film
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COLDPLAY Announce ‘A HEAD FULL OF DREAMS’ Film

October 14, 2018 XS Noize

Coldplay has announced a new film, A HEAD FULL OF DREAMS, which throws the doors wide open on their colourful 20-year history. The film will be available to stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video starting […]

The Killers’ Dave Keuning Releases Debut Single “Restless Legs” from Debut Album Prismism Released January 25th
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The Killers’ Dave Keuning Releases Debut Single “Restless Legs” from Debut Album Prismism Released January 25th

October 14, 2018 XS Noize

Dave Keuning, a founding member and guitarist from The Killers, releases his debut single “Restless Legs” under the moniker Keuning. Taken from Keuning’s debut album Prismism (released January 25th on Thirty Tigers) you can hear […]

TRAMPOLENE share new single THE ONE WHO LOVES YOU - Listen Now
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TRAMPOLENE share new single THE ONE WHO LOVES YOU – Listen Now

October 12, 2018 XS Noize

Swansea’s heirs to Dylan Thomas and the Manic Street Preachers, TRAMPOLENE release a new single ‘The One Who Loves You’ through Mi7 Records on Friday 12th October. To accompany the release TRAMPOLENE support The Sherlocks […]

LINES Return with Celebratory Anthem 'People' - Listen Now
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LINES Return with Celebratory Anthem ‘People’ – Listen Now

October 12, 2018 XS Noize

The Scandinavian purveyors of industrial synth-pop return with their new single ‘People’. Already championed by friend and fellow Swede Tove Lo, the infectious track features gang vocals from Adele Kosman over a bed of lush […]

U2 Zooropa Available on blue vinyl as part of National Album Day
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U2 Zooropa Available on blue vinyl as part of National Album Day

October 11, 2018 XS Noize

Island Records have announced the release of Zooropa on blue vinyl as part of National Album Day in the UK. Available in HMV stores across the UK from 13th October and also on U2.com. Zooropa is […]

IN FOCUS// Paul Draper @ Limelight, Belfast 24/02/18 9
Gigs

PAUL DRAPER (Mansun) announces ‘Attack of the Grey Lantern – Live at The Ritz’ vinyl release

October 10, 2018 XS Noize

Paul Draper’s 14-date Spring ’18 tour celebrated the 21st anniversary of one of the most favoured British albums from the late Britpop era – Attack of the Grey Lantern. Recorded live at The Ritz, Manchester […]

SHE DREW THE GUN announce 2019 headline tour
Gigs

SHE DREW THE GUN announce 2019 headline tour

October 5, 2018 XS Noize

With their acclaimed second album ‘Revolution Of Mind’ released today, She Drew The Gun have announced a headline tour for February and March 2019. The tour will be the biggest yet by the critically acclaimed […]

GARY NUMAN announces new EP & Live Album ahead of UK tour
Gigs

GARY NUMAN announces new EP & Live Album ahead of UK tour

October 5, 2018 XS Noize

Gary Numan has today announced the release of ‘The Fallen EP’ on November 9th. ‘The Fallen EP’ consists of 3 new tracks ‘It Will End Here’, ‘The Promise’ and ‘If We Had Known’. It will […]

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