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        • Placebo
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          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 […]

  • Reviews
        • 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
        • da Googie
          Podcast

          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

          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 […]

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All the best music news, from Rock, Indie, Electronic, Alternative, Pop, and much more. News & music reviews on singers, songwriters, bands, release dates, videos, concerts, albums, musicians

Wolf Alice announce boxset release ahead of Glastonbury appearance
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Wolf Alice announce boxset release ahead of Glastonbury appearance

June 23, 2016 XS Noize

Ahead of their appearance on the Pyramid stage at Glastonbury this weekend, Wolf Alice have unveiled the video to current single ‘Lisbon’. Created and directed by Eat The Danger, the video sees the band venturing […]

Teenage Fanclub to release new album 'Here' on September 9th
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Teenage Fanclub to release new album ‘Here’ on September 9th

June 23, 2016 XS Noize

One of the UK’s most celebrated bands, Teenage Fanclub, make their their long-awaited return with the release of their tenth album, Here, on 9th September. The LP will be released on the band’s own PeMa […]

DMA's announce Glastonbury Performance and Reveal New Video for 'Timeless'
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DMA’s announce Glastonbury Performance and Reveal New Video for ‘Timeless’

June 23, 2016 XS Noize

DMA’S can finally announce they will be performing at Glastonbury this Thursday 9pm at Williams Green. This coveted sunset slot promises to be a key highlight amongst other UK festival dates this year. The band […]

Watch Aphex Twin’s first official music video for 17 years
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Watch Aphex Twin’s first official music video for 17 years

June 21, 2016 XS Noize

Aphex Twin’s first official music video for 17 years; CIRKLON3 [ Колхозная mix ], directed by Ryan Wyer, age 12, of Rush, co. Dublin. Aphex Twin and Warp Records commissioned Ryan to direct, edit and […]

Dinosaur Jr. release video for 'Tiny', taken from new album Give a Glimpse of What Yer Not
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Dinosaur Jr. release video for ‘Tiny’, taken from new album Give a Glimpse of What Yer Not

June 21, 2016 XS Noize

Dinosaur Jr. share the first video FROM their new record, Give a Glimpse of What Yer Not, out August 5th on Jagjaguwar. It’s for the electrifying single ‘Tiny’, (which they recently crushed on Later…with Jools […]

Welsh indie rockers HOMES share new single 'Black Gold - Listen
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Welsh indie rockers HOMES share new single ‘Black Gold – Listen

June 21, 2016 XS Noize

Welsh indie rockers HOMES are about to drop their latest single Black Gold and bring retro-tinged pop into the 21st century. Black Gold is “Monday’s blues and Friday’s booze all mixed into one sentimental pint […]

Archive announce 12-date November 2016 European Tour + new studio album
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ARCHIVE announce new album ‘THE FALSE FOUNDATION, Watch ‘DRIVING IN NAILS’ video

June 20, 2016 XS Noize

South London collective Archive announce details of their tenth studio album ‘The False Foundation’ in October and European tour dates to follow in November. The new album is the follow-up to last year’s critically acclaimed […]

Methyl Ethel add further UK live dates & first N. American tour
New Music

Methyl Ethel add further UK live dates & first N. American tour

June 17, 2016 XS Noize

With their debut European tour firmly under their belts, Australian trio Methyl Ethel have confirmed details of a major North American tour, as well as adding further UK live shows to their summer schedule. The […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: VIOLA BEACH - BOYS THAT SING
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VIOLA BEACH – Album To Be Released 29th July

June 17, 2016 XS Noize

A 9-track album of music by Viola Beach will be released on 29 July via the band’s own label Fuller Beans Records. Listen to lead single ‘Boys That Sing’ here. Announced earlier today, the band’s […]

FIDLAR and The Flaming Lips collaborate on 'Punks' video - Watch
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FIDLAR and The Flaming Lips collaborate on ‘Punks’ video – Watch

June 15, 2016 XS Noize

LA quartet FIDLAR have shared a new video for ‘Punks’. Created in collaboration with fellow DIY-minded band The Flaming Lips, the dystopian clip follows a working class protagonist’s ill-fated journey to outer space to join […]

KAISER CHIEFS announce new single, new album + special one-off London show
New Music

KAISER CHIEFS announce new single, new album + special one-off London show

June 14, 2016 XS Noize

Kaiser Chiefs are back to welcome the summer with their new single ‘Parachute’ released June 14 on Fiction/Caroline International. Ricky Wilson: “When we wrote the first record we were very direct, little needed explaining. The […]

James Blake announces UK live dates
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James Blake announces UK live dates

June 14, 2016 XS Noize

James Blake has announced a handful of UK dates in October-November, including a London show at Eventim Apollo Hammersmith on 1st November (full dates below). The much-awaited headline shows will give fans the opportunity to […]

The Interrupters release new video for 'By My Side' feat' Rancid, Left Alone and more Hellcat guests
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The Interrupters release new video for ‘By My Side’ feat’ Rancid, Left Alone and more Hellcat guests

June 13, 2016 XS Noize

The Interrupters have shared the video (directed by Tim Armstrong) for song “By My Side”, a track off their upcoming album Say It Out Loud out on June 24th. The video featured appearances by Rancid, […]

BLACK SABBATH announce Irish and UK dates as part of 'THE END' - THE FINAL TOUR
Gigs

BLACK SABBATH announce Irish and UK dates as part of ‘THE END’ – THE FINAL TOUR

June 10, 2016 XS Noize

It started nearly five decades ago with a crack of thunder, a distant bell ringing and then that monstrous riff that shook the earth. The heaviest rock sound ever heard. In that moment Heavy Metal […]

No Devotion win Best Album for Permanence at the Kerrang! Awards
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No Devotion win Best Album for Permanence at the Kerrang! Awards

June 10, 2016 XS Noize

Last night at the annual Kerrang! Awards No Devotion walked away with the Best Album award for their debut record Permanence. After appearing on a number of Album of the Year lists at the tail […]

Pathos, Pathos to release 'Pet Names' EP in July
Gigs

Pathos, Pathos to release ‘Pet Names’ EP in July

June 10, 2016 XS Noize

It’s in circuses and festivals where every view that greets the eye is spectacular and alluring. Abnormality is celebrated and human dilemma, outside the fair gates, becomes an afterthought. Beneath these carnival lights, Pathos, Pathos […]

THE STONE ROSES will release a new single tonight at 8pm
News

THE STONE ROSES WILL RELEASE A BRAND NEW SINGLE ‘BEAUTIFUL THING’ – AVAILABLE FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT

June 9, 2016 XS Noize

The single is available from midnight tonight. It was recorded at Church Studios in London and was produced by Paul Epworth. ‘Beautiful Thing’ will be available from the following: iTunes: http://po.st/BTiT Apple: http://po.st/BTAM Spotify: http://po.st/BTSp […]

FURR reveal video for debut single 'Think Sharp Kid'
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FURR reveal video for debut single ‘Think Sharp Kid’

June 7, 2016 XS Noize

Leeds quartet FURR have revealed the video for their debut single ‘Think Sharp Kid’. The video sees the band rocking out amidst a neon glow stick haze with a performance that perfectly complements the angsty […]

Lea Porcelain's Release Debut EP 'Out Is In' EP
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Lea Porcelain’s Release Debut EP ‘Out Is In’ EP

June 7, 2016 XS Noize

Lea Porcelain last month gave us their Out Is In EP, the first release from the Berlin/London duo. Consisting of producer Julien Bracht and singer Markus Nikolaus, Lea Porcelain have been gaining international recognition and […]

Scottish singer-songwriter Michael Forsyth enjoys success with 2nd album 'Stop For the World' 1
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Michael Forsyth’s New Album ‘Stop For the World’ Continues to Earn International Attention

June 6, 2016 XS Noize

Last week, not many people outside of a small Scottish town had heard of singer songwriter Michael Forsyth. This week his second album ‘Stop For the World’ reached number five in the UK iTunes Singer […]

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