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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
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          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 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. […]

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        • 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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The Luka State
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THE LUKA STATE announce ‘The More Things Change, The More They Stay The Same’ album preview tour

July 20, 2022 XS Noize

Fresh from a storming set at 2000trees, The Luka State are now excited to announce details of a UK intimate tour this autumn. ‘The More Things Change, The More They Stay The Same’ tour will […]

Tom Chaplin
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TOM CHAPLIN releases new single ‘Gravitational’ from new album ‘Midpoint’ – out September 2nd

July 20, 2022 XS Noize

Following the announcement of his forthcoming new album, Midpoint, Tom Chaplin has released the second song from the record ‘Gravitational’. Midpoint comes out on September 2nd on BMG. An infectious indie-pop banger produced by Ethan […]

UNLOVED share video for new single 'Turn of the screw' (featuring Raven Violet) 1
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UNLOVED share video for new single ‘Turn of the screw’ (featuring Raven Violet)

July 19, 2022 XS Noize

Unloved today release a new single, “Turn of the screw” (featuring Raven Violet), taken from their forthcoming double LP, “The Pink Album”, due for release 2 September via Heavenly Recordings. ”Turn of the screw’ was […]

THE WEDDING PRESENT announce the 30th anniversary reissue of The Hit Parade
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THE WEDDING PRESENT announce the 30th anniversary reissue of The Hit Parade

July 19, 2022 XS Noize

In 1992, The Wedding Present released a limited edition single every month, each featuring an original track on the A side and a cover on the B side. The tracks were compiled on two albums: […]

ZIGGY ALBERTS announces headline show at Limelight, Belfast on 5th June 2023
Gigs

ZIGGY ALBERTS announces headline show at Limelight, Belfast on 5th June 2023

July 19, 2022 XS Noize

Australian independent singer-songwriter Ziggy Alberts has announced his REWIND TOUR, which will see him visit UK/Ireland in 2023 for the first time since his rapturously received and sold-out headline run in 2019. The tour will […]

BLANCMANGE will release the new album 'Private View' on 30 Sept - Listen to new track 'Take Me'
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BLANCMANGE will release the new album ‘Private View’ on 30 Sept – Listen to new track ‘Take Me’

July 18, 2022 XS Noize

On 30 September – BLANCMANGE – will release the new album: Private View. Marking a return to London Records, almost 40 years since the label released the band’s debut, the release is preceded by the […]

GANG OF YOUTHS announce headline show at Limelight, Belfast on Tuesday 15th November 1
Gigs

GANG OF YOUTHS announce headline show at Limelight, Belfast on Tuesday 15th November

July 18, 2022 XS Noize

Gang Of Youths were formed in Sydney, Australia in 2011 by Dave Le’aupepe and some like-minded mates. Within months of their first gig, they’d started to attract a rabid fanbase enraptured by their expansive, widescreen […]

GERRY CINNAMON closes his UK summer dates in style at Hampden Park Stadium, Glasgow 1
Gigs

GERRY CINNAMON closes his UK summer dates in style at Hampden Park Stadium, Glasgow

July 17, 2022 XS Noize

Scottish phenomenon Gerry Cinnamon closes his UK summer dates in style in front of 100,000 people at Scotland’s national football stadium. Performing for 50,000 fans at Glasgow’s Hampden Park last night with another sold-out night […]

ORBITAL to release new album: "30 Something" on 29 July - Listen to "Where Is It Going?" (feat. Stephen Hawking) 1
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ORBITAL to release new album: “30 Something” on 29 July – Listen to “Where Is It Going?” (feat. Stephen Hawking)

July 15, 2022 XS Noize

Orbital will release the new album: 30 Something – on 29 July. The release is preceded by the single “Where Is It Going? (feat. Stephen Hawking)”. Available on double CD, quadruple LP boxset and digital […]

SAM FENDER releases new track 'Alright' ahead of huge Finsbury Park headline show
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SAM FENDER releases new track ‘Alright’ ahead of huge Finsbury Park headline show

July 15, 2022 XS Noize

Sam Fender shares a new track, ‘Alright’. The track was recorded during the initial recording sessions for Sam’s number 1 charting second album, Seventeen Going Under, and lands now during a triumphant Summer of festival […]

PASTEL share new video for single 'Escape' including footage from Knebworth gig
Gigs

PASTEL share new video for single ‘Escape’ including footage from Knebworth gig

July 15, 2022 XS Noize

Having been personally chosen by Liam Gallagher to open his biblical Knebworth Park weekender, Pastel’s performance showed that the newcomers are natural stars on the biggest of stages. Now the Manchester quintet release their first […]

TIM FINN & PHIL MANZANERA release video for 'Our Love', from their second collaboration album 'The Ghost Of Santiago' - out 29 July
New Music

TIM FINN & PHIL MANZANERA release video for ‘Our Love’, from their second collaboration album ‘The Ghost Of Santiago’ – out 29 July

July 15, 2022 XS Noize

Today Tim Finn and Phil Manzanera release the ‘Our Love’ video. ‘Our Love’ is one of 10 songs from the album The Ghost of Santiago, the latest album to be released by Finn and Manzanera, […]

THE COMMUNARDS announce 35th anniversary reissue of 'Red' - Listen to The 2 Bears Remix of ‘Never Can Say Goodbye’ 1
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THE COMMUNARDS announce 35th anniversary reissue of ‘Red’ – Listen to The 2 Bears Remix of ‘Never Can Say Goodbye’

July 14, 2022 XS Noize

The Communards’ album ‘Red’ will be reissued by London Records on 7th October 2022. In celebration of the release, The 2 Bears have remixed the duo’s smash hit ‘Never Can Say Goodbye’ and you can […]

MARCUS MUMFORD announces debut solo album - Hear first single 'Cannibal'
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MARCUS MUMFORD announces debut solo album – Hear first single ‘Cannibal’

July 14, 2022 XS Noize

On 16th Sep, Marcus Mumford will release his debut solo album, (self-titled) via Island Records. Produced by Blake Mills (Alabama Shakes, Jim James), the album includes features from Brandi Carlile, Phoebe Bridgers, Clairo and Monica […]

Multi-million-streaming artist RIOPY shares official video to new track ‘The First Waltz’
Gigs

Multi-million-streaming artist RIOPY shares official video to new track ‘The First Waltz’

July 14, 2022 XS Noize

Following the first leg of a sold-out European tour which included a sold-out date in London at Union Chapel, RIOPY – the self-taught Franco-British pianist/composer with nearly half a billion streams to his name and […]

OCTOBER DRIFT announce a UK headline tour for October 2022
Gigs

OCTOBER DRIFT announce a UK headline tour for October 2022

July 14, 2022 XS Noize

October Drift have announced a UK headline tour for October 2022. The 11-date tour will start in Cardiff, Clwb Ifor Bach on October 19th and finish in Exeter, Cavern on October 31st, the band will play […]

American singer and musician SCARYPOOLPARTY to play a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 this Saturday 16th July 2022 1
Gigs

American singer and musician SCARYPOOLPARTY to play a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 this Saturday 16th July 2022

July 14, 2022 XS Noize

American singer and musician Scarypoolparty is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday 16th July 2022. For much of the past few years, Alejandro Aranda, aka Scarypoolparty, has lived in […]

BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN AND THE E STREET BAND announce 2023 UK stadium & outdoor shows 1
Gigs

BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN AND THE E STREET BAND announce 2023 UK stadium & outdoor shows

July 14, 2022 XS Noize

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band will mark their return to the UK next May 2023 with a string of stadium shows across the country following the tremendous success of the European tour dates […]

LARKIN POE unveil smoldering title track from eagerly awaited new album Blood Harmony 2
Gigs

LARKIN POE unveil smoldering title track from eagerly awaited new album Blood Harmony

July 13, 2022 XS Noize

Larkin Poe – the GRAMMY® Award-nominated duo of Georgia-bred, Nashville-based multi-instrumentalist sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell – have shared “Blood Harmony,”. The smouldering title track from their upcoming sixth studio album. Blood Harmony arrives via […]

Big Brother Recordings Celebrate the 25th anniversary of OASIS' iconic third album 'Be Here Now' on August 21st 1
New Music

Big Brother Recordings Celebrate the 25th anniversary of OASIS’ iconic third album ‘Be Here Now’ on August 21st

July 13, 2022 XS Noize

Big Brother Recordings today announce the release of limited-edition collectors’ album formats to celebrate the silver anniversary of Oasis’ historic third album ‘Be Here Now’.  Released on 19th August, ahead of the anniversary of the […]

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