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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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NIGHT FLOWERS - unveil woozy video for new single 'Sleep' - taken from new 7" released September 25th
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NIGHT FLOWERS – unveil woozy video for new single ‘Sleep’ – taken from new 7″ released September 25th

August 31, 2015 XS Noize

With new single ‘Sleep’ rapturously received across the globe, London-via-Humberside guitar-pop five-piece Night Flowers are today sharing a new video for the track, along with a series of dates for the coming months. The video […]

LOW - SHARE NEW SONG "LIES" - Listen
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LOW – SHARE NEW SONG “LIES” – Listen

August 31, 2015 XS Noize

Last week, Low’s Alan Sparhawk & Mimi Parker hosted a Reddit AMA fielding questions from fans about the band’s career to date, as well as forthcoming record Ones and Sixes. Today, Low have just shared […]

ALBERTA CROSS - Announce new Album and Stream Track
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ALBERTA CROSS – Announce new Album and Stream Track

August 31, 2015 XS Noize

On October 16th, 2015 Alberta Cross – led by lead singer and guitarist Petter Ericson Stakee – will release their third, self-titled album via Dine Alone Records. Co-produced by Stakee and Claudius Mittendorfer (Johnny Marr, […]

SILVERBIRD - to release debut album 'Pureland' on September 18th
New Music

SILVERBIRD – to release debut album ‘Pureland’ on September 18th

August 30, 2015 XS Noize

Songwriter Tim Barr founded Silverbird after spending several years on New York’s vibrant music scene playing gigs as part of Lana Del Rey’s band, opening for The Blow, and studying and playing with Dizzy Gillespie’s […]

Scottish Instrumental Post-Rock Quartet 'VASA' Announce Debut Album ‘Colours’
Gigs

VASA – Reveal ‘Fat Ronaldo’ Video & Headline Tour Dates

August 29, 2015 XS Noize

Following a packed performance at ArcTanGent festival last weekend, Glasgow instrumental post-rock quartet VASA are pleased to reveal the video for their new single ‘Fat Ronaldo’. The band are also pleased to announce a run […]

Katie Mac
Gigs

KATIE MAC – to play Liverpool International Music Festival

August 29, 2015 XS Noize

Katie Mac, a twenty year old singer song writer from Huyton, Liverpool, has been active on the city’s music scene for just four months. In that time she and her band have played Liverpool’s Sound […]

NEW MATERIAL FROM SOULSAVERS FEAT - DAVE GAHAN
New Music

NEW MATERIAL FROM SOULSAVERS FEAT – DAVE GAHAN

August 29, 2015 Chris Snoddon

Rumours of Depeche Mode frontman Dave Gahan following up his work with the Soulsavers after their 2012 collaboration “The Light The Dead See” occurred around September last year, before they started to grow legs around […]

MIKE KROL - announces “Ball & Chain” European Tour + Reveals New Video For "Neighbourhood Watch"
Gigs

MIKE KROL – announces “Ball & Chain” European Tour + Reveals New Video For “Neighbourhood Watch”

August 28, 2015 XS Noize

This autumn, Mike Krol takes justice into his own hands with the Ball & Chain Tour! These dates will be the first from Krol and his squad in Europe, as well as the first since […]

Lushes - Take One on The Chin From Customers With "Circus" Single feat. Sam Hillmer of Zs
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Lushes – Take One on The Chin From Customers With “Circus” Single feat. Sam Hillmer of Zs

August 28, 2015 XS Noize

A plate shatters to the floor. Someone’s drunk at table 9 and now you have to get the cleaning supplies. How are you feeling? How’s your day been? How much longer can you stand this […]

GOLD CLASS - Announce UK Release of Album It's You on felte in November + Share Video for "Life As A Gun"
New Music

GOLD CLASS – Announce UK Release of Album It’s You on felte in November + Share Video for “Life As A Gun”

August 27, 2015 XS Noize

felte welcomes Melbourne-based band Gold Class to the label roster. Gold Class will release their debut album ‘It’s You’ on November 6th. The band shared the new video for their single “Life as a Gun” […]

HEYROCCO - NEW SINGLE 'ALLISON' released June 1st - Listen
Gigs

HEYROCCO – announce UK dates & release live video

August 27, 2015 XS Noize

South Carolinian grungers Heyrocco will be making their return to UK shores in October with a run of ten dates, including three stop offs in London. The band’s last visit saw them tour with Scottish […]

Watch star-studded video for: ST ANTHONY - An ode to Anthony H Wilson... 2
New Music

ST. ANTHONY: AN ODE TO ANTHONY H WILSON’ DEBUTS AT NUMBER ONE

August 27, 2015 XS Noize

The single release of St. Anthony: An Ode To Anthony H Wilson’, a touching tribute to Factory Records legend Tony Wilson, has made number one in 3 different UK charts: #1 physical single sales, #1 […]

GIRLS NAMES: Unveil epic new track 'ZERO TRIPTYCH' - Listen
New Music

GIRLS NAMES – UNVEIL NEW VIDEO FOR ‘A HUNGER ARTIST’

August 27, 2015 XS Noize

Today Belfast’s Girls Names debut their music video for ‘A Hunger Artist’ from Arms Around a Vision out Oct 2 on Tough Love. Directed by Matthew Reed, the new video is an homage to British […]

THE WINACHI TRIBE - Unveil new single 'Plant The Seed', featuring Danny Saber Remix
New Music

THE WINACHI TRIBE – Unveil new single ‘Plant The Seed’, featuring Danny Saber Remix

August 27, 2015 XS Noize

The Winachi Tribe have lifted a second single from their ‘Time for Love’ EP. ‘Plant the Seed’ will be released on September 25th on A1M records. The track sees the band collaborating with Julie E Gordon of Happy […]

The ENEMY - announce 4th Album 'It's Automatic' and UK Tour Dates
New Music

THE ENEMY – Reveal New Video / Track from Upcoming Album “It’s Automatic’

August 26, 2015 XS Noize

THE ENEMY return to WARNER Records, with whom they released their debut album, in 2007, to release their eagerly anticipated 4th studio album. All previous three Albums have charted in the Top Ten, with debut album […]

THEN THICKENS - announce new album 'Colic' released 23rd October
Gigs

THEN THICKENS – announce new album ‘Colic’ released 23rd October

August 24, 2015 XS Noize

Following their acclaimed 2014 debut album Death Cap At Anglezarke, Then Thickens announce their second album Colic, released 23rd October 2015 via Hatch Records. The Chorley-based band are also streaming their huge new single ‘My […]

Indie-rockers SINFICTION set for double single release with ‘Painted Memories’ & ‘Ugly Baby’
New Music

Indie-rockers SINFICTION set for double single release with ‘Painted Memories’ & ‘Ugly Baby’

August 24, 2015 XS Noize

An Oxford based band who specialise in lush indie rock with great production value but a gritty feel, SinFiction are ready to rock this summer with double single releases ‘Painted Memories’ and ‘Ugly Baby’. With […]

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

REVEREND AND THE MAKERS – share new animated video for ‘Makin’ Babies’

August 24, 2015 XS Noize

Reverend and The Makers release their eagerly anticipated fifth album, Mirrors, through Cooking Vinyl, on Friday 9th October. New track Makin’ Babies follows the announcement of first single proper Black Widow – Watch the video […]

NORTHERN UPROAR - Return With Beautiful Spanish Influenced Album
New Music

NORTHERN UPROAR – Return With Beautiful Spanish Influenced Album

August 23, 2015 XS Noize

Northern Uproar release a new album on October 9th 2015. ‘Hey Samurai!’, the Mancunian band’s fifth studio album, is set to impress fans and critics alike, challenging preconceptions through its unique blending of classic indie […]

ENEMIES - premiere 'Play Fire' their first track in two years. (Video)
New Music

ENEMIES – premiere ‘Play Fire’ their first track in two years. (Video)

August 23, 2015 XS Noize

Following on from their critically acclaimed sophomore album ‘Embark, Embrace’, Irish post-rock meets math-pop quartet Enemies are now set to return with their first new single in almost two years ‘Play Fire’. On the new […]

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