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        • AMANDA SHIRES
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          Amanda Shires brings her ‘Streetlights and Stars’ European Tour to The Limelight, Belfast

          June 3, 2026

          Amanda Shires has released nine acclaimed albums since 2005. In 2019, she founded The Highwomen, a groundbreaking Americana supergroup with Brandi Carlile, Maren Morris, and Natalie Hemby, created to address gender inequality in country music. […]

          GLEN HANSARD
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          Glen Hansard Announces ‘Don+t Settle – Transmissions West,’ Recorded Live at Berlin’s Funkhaus

          June 2, 2026

          Glen Hansard has announced that Don+t Settle – Transmissions West, the second volume of his new album Don+t Settle – Transmissions East & West, will be released on June 26th, 2026. Recorded over two nights […]

          Belle & Sebastian
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          Belle and Sebastian release Scotland World Cup anthem ‘It Only Takes One Lion’

          June 2, 2026

          Belle & Sebastian dial up World Cup fever with ‘It Only Takes One Lion’, their bid for Scotland’s tournament anthem. Written following Scotland’s 4-2 qualifying win against Denmark and premiered at London’s Royal Albert Hall […]

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        • Album Reviews

          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

          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance

          May 14, 2026

          Kiefer Sutherland may be known across the world as an actor and producer, but on stage at Union Chapel, that part of his life felt almost beside the point. With his fourth album, Grey, due […]

        • 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
        • 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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DAVE GAHAN & SOULSAVERS announce 'Angels & Ghosts' - 23rd October 2015
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DAVE GAHAN & SOULSAVERS announce ‘Angels & Ghosts’ – 23rd October 2015

September 10, 2015 Chris Snoddon

Just over a week ago XS Noize reported the first known details on this release that Dave Gahans eagerly expected second album, collaborating with British duo The Soulsavers was soon to be announced. At that […]

THE LITTLE UNSAID - unveil new single 'Can We Hear It' - listen
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THE LITTLE UNSAID – unveil new single ‘Can We Hear It’ – listen

September 10, 2015 XS Noize

The Little Unsaid was stewed up in the badlands of West Yorkshire by multi-instrumentalist, producer, poet and songwriter John Elliott. After beginning as a solo project, The Little Unsaid has evolved into a growing community […]

SAINT COLE - to release 'Within This Skin' in October - listen
New Music

SAINT COLE – to release ‘Within This Skin’ in October – listen

September 10, 2015 XS Noize

Saint Cole are Nic (vocals/producer/DJ) and Curt (guitar/keys) they are from a small town called Dewsbury in West Yorkshire just two miles from Morley, home of the legendary nineties techno night The Orbit. Heavily influenced […]

NEW ORDER - ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM: 'MUSIC COMPLETE' - Listen to track
Gigs

Listen to the RAC remix of NEW ORDER Track, ‘RESTLESS’

September 9, 2015 XS Noize

New Order have announced that they will be ‘Live In Conversation at the 10th Annual Reeperbahn Festival’ on 25 September 2015. Streamed live online from 7pm UK time, fans will have the chance to hear […]

TAME IMPALA: First Official Single "'Cause I'm A Man" Shared TODAY! - Listen
Gigs

TAME IMPALA – announce tour & Soulwax Remix – listen

September 8, 2015 XS Noize

To support the recent album release of Currents, after two years of far away shows, Tame Impala return home to tour Australia and New Zealand. Good friends Mini Mansions support the boys in Australia, and […]

THE DUKE SPIRIT - RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM & LONDON SHOW - listen to track
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THE DUKE SPIRIT – RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM & LONDON SHOW – listen to track

September 8, 2015 XS Noize

The band have announced that they are back with a new album and live date, leading with a brand new track from forthcoming album KIN (due early 2016). The song Here Comes The Vapour, is […]

THEN THICKENS - debut video for 'My Amsterdam'
Gigs

THEN THICKENS – debut video for ‘My Amsterdam’

September 8, 2015 XS Noize

Having recently announced their new album Colic, released 23rd October via Hatch Records, Chorley’s Then Thickens are streaming the video to their track ‘My Amsterdam’. The slow-burning and unassuming mini-epic is now backed by slow-motion […]

JOHNNY BORRELL & ZAZOU announce new single + Hypnogogic Mandala Party
Gigs

JOHNNY BORRELL & ZAZOU announce new single + Hypnogogic Mandala Party

September 7, 2015 XS Noize

Johnny Borrell & Zazou have announced a new live show for later this month at London’s Passing Clouds. The Hypnogogic Mandala Party is to celebrate the launch of new single ‘Black God’ on Atlantic Culture […]

SUEDE - Release 'Dog Man Star' - 20th Anniversary Live At The Royal Albert Hall set
New Music

SUEDE – TO RELEASE BRAND NEW ALBUM ‘NIGHT THOUGHTS’ ON JANUARY 22ND

September 7, 2015 XS Noize

Suede will release their brand new studio album Night Thoughts on January 22nd. The album, which features a full string section, was produced by long-time Suede collaborator Ed Buller. It was recorded at SARM studios […]

KATHRYN WILLIAMS - announces OCTOBER tour & New Single 'The Mind Has Its Own Place'
Gigs

KATHRYN WILLIAMS – announces OCTOBER tour & New Single ‘The Mind Has Its Own Place’

September 4, 2015 XS Noize

Kathryn Williams releases a new single on 20th November. ‘The Mind Has Its Own Place’ taken from her hugely acclaimed ‘Hypoxia’ album – a collection of songs inspired by Sylvia Plath’s The Bell Jar. Says […]

REVEREND AND THE MAKERS Announce New Album & Film 'MIRRORS
Gigs

REVEREND AND THE MAKERS – share new video for ‘Stuck On You’

September 4, 2015 XS Noize

Reverend and The Makers release their eagerly anticipated fifth album, Mirrors, through Cooking Vinyl, on Friday 9th October. A brand new video, shot on location in Jamaica, for the track ‘Stuck On You’ , wgich had its […]

CALMING RIVER - to release  'The Ones That We Left Behind EP'  in October
New Music

CALMING RIVER – to release ‘The Ones That We Left Behind EP’ in October

September 4, 2015 XS Noize

Calming River is the stage name of British songwriter Joshua Brain. Delicate and tender, his alternative-acoustic songs shine a melancholic light within a dark and brooding atmosphere. Intricate fingerpicking, numerous tunings and reflective, somber lyrics […]

CHEATAHS - announce new album, Mythologies due 30th October
New Music

CHEATAHS – unveil video for ‘Seven Sisters’, taken from Mythologie

September 4, 2015 XS Noize

Cheatahs have unveiled the visually arresting new video for ‘Seven Sisters’, taken from their forthcoming second album, Mythologies. Bassist Dean Reid says of the video, “It was directed by our good friend Conan Roberts in […]

KAGOULE - ANNOUNCE UK TOUR DATES AND SHARE XFM LIVE SESSION TRACKS
Gigs

KAGOULE – ANNOUNCE UK TOUR DATES AND SHARE XFM LIVE SESSION TRACKS

September 3, 2015 XS Noize

Kagoule have announced their first full UK headline tour for November/December this year. Nottingham’s notorious live performers will embark on a 18 date tour of the UK giving fans the chance to experience tracks from […]

TRACEY THORN - announces 'SOLO: Songs And Collaborations 1982-2015', 23rd October
New Music

TRACEY THORN – announces ‘SOLO: Songs And Collaborations 1982-2015’, 23rd October

September 3, 2015 XS Noize

It is hard to find a recent decade where Tracey Thorn’s voice and song-writing has not been influential and in celebration, October 23rd 2015 sees the release of a new Tracey Thorn double-compilation album entitled […]

ORPHAN BOY -  Announce third single from their acclaimed third album
Gigs

ORPHAN BOY – Announce third single from their acclaimed third album

September 3, 2015 XS Noize

Grimsby band Orphan Boy have announced ‘Money To Money’, the third single to be taken from their third album, Coastal Tones, for release on October 9th via Concrete Recordings. Fittingly, the release comes at a time […]

GARBAGE - TO RELEASE SPECIAL 20TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM
New Music

GARBAGE – TO RELEASE SPECIAL 20TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM

September 2, 2015 XS Noize

September 2nd 2015 – Garbage today announced they will release a special 20th Anniversary Edition of their critically acclaimed self-titled album in celebration of its historical debut. The new version will be re-mastered from the […]

MERCURY REV - Announce new studio album - Listen to track
Gigs

MERCURY REV unveil visually arresting video to “Are You Ready?” from the new album “The Light In You”

September 1, 2015 XS Noize

With the release of their new album The Light In You just a month away on 2nd October, MERCURY REV have today unveiled a visually arresting video to “Are You Ready?”, the band’s next single. […]

GARDENS & VILLA - SHARE VIDEO FOR "EVERYBODY"
New Music

GARDENS & VILLA – SHARE VIDEO FOR “EVERYBODY”

September 1, 2015 XS Noize

Today is a big day for Los Angeles’ Gardens & Villa. Their new record, Music For Dogs (Secretly Canadian) has been out for just over a week, and they’re sharing the video for the second […]

LINE & CIRCLE - To release "Like A Statue", debut LP out Oct 2nd
New Music

LINE & CIRCLE – To release “Like A Statue”, debut LP out Oct 2nd

September 1, 2015 XS Noize

LA’s Line & Circle have shared “Like A Statue,” the first single from their debut album, Split Figure. Noisey, who premiered the track, says it has ” that particular post-punk urgency without sounding overly produced.” […]

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