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        • Placebo
          News

          Placebo Share Reworked ‘Lady of the Flowers’ From Forthcoming Album Placebo Re:Created

          May 1, 2026

          Today, Placebo release the newly reworked version of Lady of the Flowers, the second track to be shared from their forthcoming new album Placebo Re:Created, set for release 19th June 2026 via Elevator Lady Ltd through AWAL. Listen to Lady of the Flowers […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel Shares New Track ‘Won’t Stand Down’ From Forthcoming Album o\i

          May 1, 2026

          The flower moon of 1 May, 2026 is the first of two full moons in the month, and with it comes the release of the fifth song from Peter Gabriel’s forthcoming album o\i. Won’t Stand […]

          Natalia Imbruglia
          News

          Natalie Imbruglia announces new album ‘Algorithm’ and shares new single ‘Upside Down’

          April 29, 2026

          Natalia Imbruglia is known to millions as the star behind the global hit ‘Torn’ which remains one of the defining songs of the nineties. It started a phenomenal run of success which has included two BRIT Awards, three Grammy nominations, a Silver […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

        • 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
        • Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

          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 […]

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Elliott Smith - Either/Or  20th Anniversary edition out March 10th - Listen to unreleased tracks
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Elliott Smith – Either/Or 20th Anniversary edition out March 10th – Listen to unreleased tracks

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

To commemorate the 20th Anniversary of Elliott Smith’s best-selling and greatly beloved album, Either/Or, UMC are releasing Either/Or: Expanded Edition, on March 10th on 2CD and digital, with a 2LP following on May 19th. Either/Or: […]

Car Seat Headrest Announces Mammoth Tour
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CAR SEAT HEADREST announce UK summer live dates

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

2016 proved to be a breakout year for Seattle wunderkind Will Toledo. Under the aegis of Car Seat Headrest, he signed to Matador and promptly released “Teens Of Denial”, which went on to become one […]

BRITISH SEA POWER Announce 'Let The Dancers Inherit The Party'
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BRITISH SEA POWER Reveal ‘Keep On Trying (Sechs Freunde)’- LISTEN

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

British Sea Power have announced the second track to be taken from their forthcoming album Let The Dancers Inherit The Party (March 31st). Keep On Trying (Sechs Freunde) is a mighty, middle-of-the-dancefloor paean to perseverance; […]

Jesus Jones confirm new album details
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Jesus Jones confirm new album details

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

Jesus Jones have confirmed details of their new album ‘Passages’, due for release in June 2017. ‘Passages’ is the sixth Jesus Jones album and their first since ‘London’ was released back in 2001. Despite never […]

London band Hunck share video for their brand new single 'Little Woman' - LISTEN
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London band Hunck share video for their brand new single ‘Little Woman’ – LISTEN

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

London band Hunck have shared the video for their brand new single ‘Little Woman’, out on the 24th February on Rex Records. As the world swiftly accelerates into a new era of anti-intellectual and aggressively […]

Tall Ships debut video for 'Petrichor' - WATCH
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Tall Ships debut video for ‘Petrichor’ – WATCH

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

Today, Brighton’s Tall Ships present the video for ‘Petrichor’, the latest single from their much anticipated second album Impressions, arriving March 31st via FatCat Records. ‘Petrichor’ serves as one of Impressions’ greatest peaks, a hands-raised-aloft […]

Edinburgh-based artist Mt. Doubt teams up with Dunfermline rockers Foreignfox for the release of AA-side single Tourists
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Edinburgh-based artist Mt. Doubt teams up with Dunfermline rockers Foreignfox for the release of AA-side single Tourists

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

Edinburgh-based artist Mt. Doubt aka Leo Bargery has teamed up with Dunfermline rockers Foreignfox for the release of AA-side single Tourists / Lights Off, Carry Me Home, out on 31st March 2017 via Scottish Fiction. […]

VUKOVI share new single 'Weirdo' - LISTEN
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VUKOVI share new single ‘Weirdo’ – LISTEN

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

With frontwoman Janine Shilstone hailed as one of Kerrang!’s 50 Greatest Rock Stars this week, Vukovi today reveal their explosive new single ‘Weirdo’, taken from their forthcoming self-titled debut album due for release March 10th […]

Lana Del Rey premieres the video to her new track "LOVE" - WATCH
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Lana Del Rey premieres the video to her new track “LOVE” – WATCH

February 20, 2017 XS Noize

Lana Del Rey has premiered the video to her new track “LOVE” today. The video was directed by Rich Lee. ‘LOVE’ is the first track to be taken from her forthcoming album, which is due […]

Jamiroquai Announce First Headline Festival Dates In Six Years
Gigs

JAMIROQUAI shares Automation (DEETRON Remix) – Listen

February 17, 2017 XS Noize

Following on from the explosive return of their first new music in seven years which sent bloggers, fans and critics in to global frenzy, Grammy award winning pioneers of “future funk”, Jamiroquai, officially release the […]

The Shins unveil new single “Mildenhall,” - Listen
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The Shins unveil new single “Mildenhall,” – Listen

February 17, 2017 XS Noize

The Shins have proudly unveiled new single “Mildenhall,” the third track from forthcoming album Heartworms. To accompany the new track, The Shins have also unveiled a lyric video for “Mildenhall”. Shot in black and white, […]

Hers announce 8 track collection 'Songs of Hers' - Listen to track
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Hers announce 8 track collection ‘Songs of Hers’ – Listen to track

February 15, 2017 XS Noize

Her’s announce 8 track collection ‘Songs of Her’s’ and tease new cut ‘Speed Racer’. The seeds of Her’s have well and truly rooted themselves in Liverpool. Originally a meeting of minds between Norway’s Audun Laading […]

The Kills share VR video for 'Whirling Eye' - WATCH
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The Kills share VR video for ‘Whirling Eye’ – WATCH

February 15, 2017 XS Noize

The Kills – Alison Mosshart and Jamie Hince – are pleased to share a brand new video for ‘Whirling Eye’, off 2016’s album Ash & Ice. The video, helmed by award-winning video director Sophie Muller, […]

The Sherlocks share new video for single 'Was It Really Worth It?' - WATCH
Gigs

The Sherlocks share new video for single ‘Was It Really Worth It?’ – WATCH

February 15, 2017 XS Noize

The Sherlocks have released their new video for single ‘Was It Really Worth It?’ due for release March 17th. The video is directed by Aella Jordan-Edge and stars Kiersten Wareing (Fishtank, Eastenders, The Take) and […]

Vérité shares 'Phase Me Out' video - WATCH
Gigs

Vérité shares ‘Phase Me Out’ video – WATCH

February 15, 2017 XS Noize

Today, VÉRITÉ unveils her first ever music video to accompany her new single “Phase Me Out”. The hazy, emotive visual that was directed by Charlie Manton echoes the song’s propulsive melody, the alt-pop songstress aimed […]

Belfast duo New Portals unveil 'Stereo' video
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Belfast duo New Portals unveil ‘Stereo’ video

February 15, 2017 XS Noize

Belfast duo New Portals have revealed the video for new single ‘Stereo’, the title track of their forthcoming debut EP out March 10th.  The video sees New Portals’ frontwoman Ruth Aicken leading a staccato dance […]

Dutch Uncles to launch album at new go karting track
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Dutch Uncles to launch album at new go karting track

February 14, 2017 XS Noize

Dutch Uncles have announced a special event to launch new record Big Balloon (released this Friday on Memphis Industries). The band have partnered with TeamSport, a new go karting facility housed underneath Manchester Arena, for […]

JULIE BYRNE announces MAY UK Tour
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JULIE BYRNE announces MAY UK Tour

February 10, 2017 XS Noize

American wanderer Julie Byrne’s second album ‘Not Even Happiness’ (released last month to widespread acclaim on Basin Rock) vividly archives what would have otherwise been lost to the road – bustling roadside diners, the stars […]

Jamiroquai Announce First Headline Festival Dates In Six Years
Gigs

JAMIROQUAI Releases ‘CLOUD 9’, First Single Off New Album ‘AUTOMATON’ – Listen

February 10, 2017 XS Noize

Following on from the explosive return of new video ‘Automaton’ and first new music from Jamiroquai in seven years which sent bloggers, fans and critics in to global frenzy, Grammy award winning pioneers of “future […]

Ten Fè share 'Another Way' ahead of debut album release on February 3rd - LISTEN
News

TEN FÉ Announce U.S. Tour Dates

February 9, 2017 XS Noize

Ten Fé have announced their first U.S. live dates. In addition to their stop at Bonnaroo this June, the duo will perform in NYC at Mercury Lounge, Philadelphia at World Café, Los Angeles at Hotel […]

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