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        • Brian Fallon
          News

          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
          News

          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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WOLF ALICE announced as winner of 2018 Hyundai Mercury Prize for Album of The Year
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WOLF ALICE announced as winner of 2018 Hyundai Mercury Prize for Album of The Year

September 21, 2018 XS Noize

The second WOLF ALICE album, VISIONS OF A LIFE, was last night announced as the winner of the 2018 Hyundai Mercury Prize for Album of The Year at a ceremony at the Eventim Apollo in […]

SAMANTHA HARVEY announces headline Belfast show @ OH YEAH CENTRE, Sat November 17th 2018
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SAMANTHA HARVEY announces headline Belfast show @ OH YEAH CENTRE, Sat November 17th 2018

September 21, 2018 XS Noize

Samantha Harvey is a British pop singer and songwriter currently signed to a major label in the UK and US. She initially gained a following by posting covers of popular songs on her YouTube channel. […]

THE STRUTS share video for 'Primadonna Like Me' ft. ALICE COOPER
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THE STRUTS share video for ‘Primadonna Like Me’ ft. ALICE COOPER

September 21, 2018 XS Noize

British glam-rockers The Struts have shared the new video for ‘Primadonna Like Me’. The video follows the announcement of their highly anticipated new album, YOUNG&DANGEROUS, out October 26th via Polydor Records. A raucous barrage of […]

SEMISONIC announce 20th anniversary edition of 'Feeling Strangely Fine'
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SEMISONIC announce 20th anniversary edition of ‘Feeling Strangely Fine’

September 20, 2018 XS Noize

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of their seminal album Feeling Strangely Fine, Semisonic will release a deluxe edition reissue of the record on October 19th via UMe. The album will be released on deluxe edition CD and digital, as […]

ARCADE FIRE - Six New Headline Dates Added to EVERYTHING NOW CONTINUED Tour
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ARCADE FIRE share video for “PETER PAN (EQUIKNOXX REMIX)” – Watch Now

September 20, 2018 XS Noize

As Arcade Fire approach the grand finale of their Everything Now Continued Tour, headlining The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles tonight, a new remix and accompanying video has been released for Peter Pan, from the […]

THE TEA STREET BAND - Unveil 'Marseille Blues' single - Listen Now
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THE TEA STREET BAND – Unveil ‘Marseille Blues’ single – Listen Now

September 20, 2018 XS Noize

‘Marseille Blues’ is the brilliant new single from The Tea Street Band, available to stream now LINK and impacting at radio on October 12th. The track is the first single to be taken from the […]

AVRIL LAVIGNE Is Back! Releases First New Music In Five Years “Head Above Water” - Listen Now
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AVRIL LAVIGNE Is Back! Releases First New Music In Five Years “Head Above Water” – Listen Now

September 20, 2018 XS Noize

With more than 40 million albums sold and eight Grammy nominations, global recording superstar Avril Lavigne released her first new music in five years today. Preceded by a heartfelt letter to her fans on social […]

THE NORTHERN IRELAND MUSIC PRIZE 2018 line up announced - tickets on sale now 1
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THE NORTHERN IRELAND MUSIC PRIZE 2018 line up announced – tickets on sale now

September 20, 2018 XS Noize

The Northern Ireland Music Prize honours and celebrates the very best of Northern Irish albums, and this year includes three additional categories for Best Single, Best Live Act and The Oh Yeah Contender Award. The […]

MAJOR LAZER - Debuts New Single "Okrant/Balance Pon It" ft. Babes Wodumo - Watch Now
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MAJOR LAZER – Debuts New Single “Okrant/Balance Pon It” ft. Babes Wodumo – Watch Now

September 19, 2018 XS Noize

Major Lazer debuts a new song “Orkant/Balance Pon It” featuring South African singer Babes Wodumo today. The song comes accompanied by a second visual collaboration between Major Lazer and South African director Adriaan Louw, this […]

NATHAN O’REGAN - Unveils New Single “I'll Go Down With You” - Listen Now
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NATHAN O’REGAN – Unveils New Single “I’ll Go Down With You” – Listen Now

September 18, 2018 XS Noize

Like a true son of Ireland, Nathan O’Regan is steeped in musical tradition. With a voice as gritty as it is delicate and songs that speak of young adulthood. O’Regan, tells stories of love, hate, […]

THE JOY FORMIDABLE debut new single “The Better Me” / Watch new video for it now
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THE JOY FORMIDABLE debut new single “The Better Me” / Watch new video for it now

September 18, 2018 XS Noize

After a busy summer of live shows, including sets at Robert Smith’s Meltdown Festival, and main stage appearances at Reading & Leeds Festivals, The Joy Formidable are currently trekking their way across the US and […]

HOZIER announces DUBLIN, BELFAST & KERRY dates with European tour
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HOZIER announces DUBLIN, BELFAST & KERRY dates with European tour

September 17, 2018 XS Noize

Having just completed a small run of intimate, sold-out shows last week, Hozier has announced his forthcoming tour of Ireland. 15 December – The Olympia Theatre, Dublin 16 December – The Olympia Theatre, Dublin 17 […]

STEVE MASON announces new album – ‘About The Light’ due 18 January
Gigs

STEVE MASON announces new album – ‘About The Light’ due 18 January

September 17, 2018 XS Noize

Steve Mason has announced details of the release of his new album, About The Light, which is out on Double Six on Friday 18th January 2019. About The Light is his fourth solo album following […]

WHITE LIES announce new album, 'Five', due 1st February 2019 1
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WHITE LIES announce new album, ‘Five’, due 1st February 2019

September 17, 2018 XS Noize

White Lies announce details of their new album, entitled Five. The album will be released on February 1st, 2019 – marking a decade of their existence whilst cementing their new home at [PIAS] Recordings. Ticket […]

EMBRACE celebrate 21st anniversary of THE GOOD WILL OUT with ten date UK tour playing the album in full
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EMBRACE celebrate 21st anniversary of THE GOOD WILL OUT with ten date UK tour playing the album in full

September 17, 2018 XS Noize

EMBRACE celebrate the 21st anniversary of their debut album, THE GOOD WILL OUT, with a ten-date UK tour in March, including a prestigious show at the London Roundhouse, playing their seminal album in full. Released […]

Hotly-tipped Welsh alt-rock outfit ESTRONS share new single ‘Body’ - Listen Now
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Hotly-tipped Welsh alt-rock outfit ESTRONS share new single ‘Body’ – Listen Now

September 15, 2018 XS Noize

The hotly-tipped Welsh alt-rock outfit Estrons last night debuted their new single “Body” on Jack Saunders’ BBC Radio 1 show, who said; “already liking the sound of this… listen to that riff… lead singer Tali’s […]

JEALOUS OF THE BIRDS announces headline Belfast show @ MCHUGHS BASEMENT BAR, Wednesday December 19th
Gigs

JEALOUS OF THE BIRDS announces headline Belfast show @ MCHUGHS BASEMENT BAR, Wednesday December 19th

September 14, 2018 XS Noize

Irish songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jealous of the Birds has announced a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement Bar on December 19th 2018. Jealous of the Birds recently signed with Atlantic Records and released the new […]

KT TUNSTALL announces Elmwood Hall, Belfast Show, Tuesday March 5th 2019
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KT TUNSTALL announces Elmwood Hall, Belfast Show, Tuesday March 5th 2019

September 14, 2018 XS Noize

Scottish singer-songwriter KT Tunstall is pleased to announce a return to Belfast shores with a headline show at Elmwood Hall on Tuesday March 05th 2019. KT is due to release her new studio album ‘WAX’ […]

BRIX & THE EXTRICATED will release their new album ‘Breaking State’ on 26th October
Gigs

BRIX & THE EXTRICATED will release their new album ‘Breaking State’ on 26th October

September 12, 2018 XS Noize

Brix & The Extricated will release their new album ‘Breaking State’ on 26th October on Grit Over Glamour Records. They embark on a UK tour from 25th October – details below, with more dates to […]

LEVELLERS announce 30th Anniversary UK tour
Gigs

LEVELLERS announce 30th Anniversary UK tour

September 11, 2018 XS Noize

To celebrate their 30th anniversary, the Levellers have announced the One Way Of Life Tour, a 5 date full electric tour where they will be playing all the of the band’s greatest hits from their […]

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