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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 […]

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        • 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
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          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
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          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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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

GEORGE COSBY celebrates Valentine’s Day by sharing ‘Lonely Heartbeats’ his first single of 2022
Gigs

GEORGE COSBY celebrates Valentine’s Day by sharing ‘Lonely Heartbeats’ his first single of 2022

February 14, 2022 XS Noize

George Cosby poetically explores the varied fortunes of romance through a widescreen lens. Applying a modern pop elegance to this everlasting emotion enamoured an expanding fanbase with his debut EP ‘We Stand Alone’. Its title […]

NATALIE IMBRUGLIA announces tour to celebrate 25 years of ‘Left Of The Middle’
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NATALIE IMBRUGLIA announces tour to celebrate 25 years of ‘Left Of The Middle’

February 14, 2022 XS Noize

NATALIE IMBRUGLIA will be marking the 25th anniversary of her landmark album ‘Left Of The Middle’ with a series of special live shows in October. A celebration of the album that made her a global […]

NINE INCH NAILS announce two UK dates at Cornwall's Eden Sessions on June 17th & 18th 1
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NINE INCH NAILS announce two UK dates at Cornwall’s Eden Sessions on June 17th & 18th

February 14, 2022 XS Noize

In what promises to be undoubtedly one of the live highlights of the year, Nine Inch Nails announce their first UK headline dates in four years. Known for their mesmerising live shows, the band will […]

WHITE LIES share ‘Blue Drift’ the latest track from their forthcoming sixth album, As I Try Not To Fall Apart 1
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WHITE LIES share ‘Blue Drift’ the latest track from their forthcoming sixth album, As I Try Not To Fall Apart

February 14, 2022 XS Noize

With their forthcoming sixth album, As I Try Not To Fall Apart due this Friday (18th February) on PIAS, White Lies have shared new album cut, “Blue Drift” and announce a limited edition gold cassette […]

Dublin-based indie pop artist CAT DOWLING releases new single ‘All That I Can Do’
New Music

Dublin-based indie pop artist CAT DOWLING releases new single ‘All That I Can Do’

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

Dublin-based indie-pop artist Cat Dowling has released ‘All That I Can Do’ today, Feb 11th, the fourth single to be taken from her recently released album ‘Animals’ via Forever In Financial Arrears Records (FIFA Records). […]

ANDREW CUSHIN shares video for new single ‘You Don’t Belong’ - Watch Now 2
Gigs

ANDREW CUSHIN shares video for new single ‘You Don’t Belong’ – Watch Now

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

When a 21-year-old songwriter is heralded as a major new talent by two icons of British music, it’s time to take note. Noel Gallagher has not only championed the young Geordie, but he also produced […]

NINA NESBITT explores issues of grief with new single ‘When You Lose Someone’
New Music

NINA NESBITT explores issues of grief with new single ‘When You Lose Someone’

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

Nina Nesbitt lines up a big year ahead as she today shares her brand new single ‘When You Lose Someone’. It comes as she prepares to work on her eagerly anticipated third album, which will […]

Music photographer Dean Chalkley announces multi-media art project New Perspectives with the release of the video for Phono 48’s ‘So Pure’
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Music photographer Dean Chalkley announces multi-media art project New Perspectives with the release of the video for Phono 48’s ‘So Pure’

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

Released 18th February the single will be one element of the New Perspectives’ project augmented by a photo exhibition at the Museum Of Youth Culture, a short film and a one-off journal written by music […]

SKUNK ANANSIE unveil brand-new animated video for 'Piggy' & announce new EU dates & full support acts
Gigs

SKUNK ANANSIE unveil brand-new animated video for ‘Piggy’ & announce new EU dates & full support acts

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

British rock icons Skunk Anansie have delighted fans across the world with their brand-new single ‘Piggy’. A punk-rock blast of distorted riffs, snarling vocals and powerhouse rhythms, topped off with Skin’s establishment-baiting lyrics taking aim […]

SUNDARA KARMA release new single 'Oblivion!' & announce forthcoming EP 1
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SUNDARA KARMA release new single ‘Oblivion!’ & announce forthcoming EP

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

Sundara Karma have announced details of their forthcoming new EP entitled Oblivion!, produced by Clarence Clarity (Charli XCX, Rina Sawayama) and set for release on April 1 via Chess Club Records.  Alongside the announcement, the […]

FANTASTIC NEGRITO announces new album 'White Jesus Black Problems' & shares new single 'Highest Bidder'
New Music

FANTASTIC NEGRITO announces new album ‘White Jesus Black Problems’ & shares new single ‘Highest Bidder’

February 10, 2022 XS Noize

Three-time Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, musician and activist Fantastic Negrito (neé Xavier Dphrepaulezz) announces his most ambitious project to date, White Jesus Black Problems, out June 3 via his own label, Storefront Records. To accompany the […]

KILLING JOKE announce new EP 'Lord of Chaos' - out 25th March
Gigs

KILLING JOKE announce new EP ‘Lord of Chaos’ – out 25th March

February 10, 2022 XS Noize

KILLING JOKE confirms that all hope is probably lost (or at least missing) with their first new studio material in over seven years… Enter the ‘LORD of CHAOS’ EP – two brand new recordings, plus […]

GOLDFRAPP announce long awaited 'Felt Mountain' reissue out 25 March 2022 & Live dates in spring 2022 1
Gigs

GOLDFRAPP announce long awaited ‘Felt Mountain’ reissue out 25 March 2022 & Live dates in spring 2022

February 10, 2022 XS Noize

GOLDFRAPP have shared details of the long-awaited Felt Mountain reissue, set for release on 25 March 2022 on Mute / BMG on gold vinyl and CD, with extensive new sleeve notes by Lior Phillips and […]

UK Metal band MALEVOLENCE announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Saturday 30th April 2022 1
Gigs

UK Metal band MALEVOLENCE announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Saturday 30th April 2022

February 10, 2022 XS Noize

UK Metal band, Malevolence are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Saturday 30th April 2022. After a dominant summer performing across the UK’s biggest festivals, Malevolence has proven themselves […]

ARCHIVE release ‘Night People’ the second track from their forthcoming documentary soundtrack
New Music

ARCHIVE release ‘Night People’ the second track from their forthcoming documentary soundtrack

February 10, 2022 XS Noize

Archive, the celebrated south London collective, release ‘Night People’, the second single from their forthcoming documentary ‘Super8: A Call To Arms & Angels’ – which charts the writing and recording of the band’s 12th studio […]

UK rockers REEF release wild skateboarding video for 'Wolfman' single
Gigs

UK rockers REEF release wild skateboarding video for ‘Wolfman’ single

February 9, 2022 XS Noize

UK rockers REEF have revealed the raw and ripping new skater video for lupine banger ‘Wolfman’, their brand new single. Shot in Cornwall, it features Ben Grove from alternative skate group SCUM as The Wolfman, […]

AARON RAITIERE shares new single 'For The Birds' & announces the release of debut album 'Single Wide Dreamer'
New Music

AARON RAITIERE shares new single ‘For The Birds’ & announces the release of debut album ‘Single Wide Dreamer’

February 9, 2022 XS Noize

GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Aaron Raitiere will release his highly anticipated debut album, Single Wide Dreamer, on May 6th via Dinner Time Records/Thirty Tigers. Raitiere launches it by sharing the new song “For […]

STONE announce new UK tour dates alongside new single 'Stupid'
Gigs

STONE announce new UK tour dates alongside new single ‘Stupid’

February 9, 2022 XS Noize

STONE share a new single ‘Stupid’ today, another fierce and roguish offering from the rising Liverpool four-piece, accompanied by an appropriately chaotic music video. STONE have already sold out their debut national headline tour set […]

WOLF ALICE announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on 1st September 2022 1
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BRITs 2022 Group Of The Year winners WOLF ALICE to play headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on 1st September

February 9, 2022 XS Noize

Wolf Alice beat strong competition from Coldplay, Little Mix, D-Block Europe and London Grammar to win Group Of The Year, at last nights BRIT Awards 2022. Due to demand, Wolf Alice will play a headline […]

Metallica's KIRK HAMMETT announces debut solo EP 'Portals' out April 23rd 1
New Music

Metallica’s KIRK HAMMETT announces debut solo EP ‘Portals’ out April 23rd

February 8, 2022 XS Noize

Kirk Hammett of Metallica makes his solo debut with Portals, a four-song instrumental EP to be released April 23, 2022, via Blackened Recordings across digital platforms, on CD, and as a Record Store Day Exclusive […]

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