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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. […]

  • 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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THE LATHUMS announce debut album 'How Beautiful Life Can Be' - Out 24 September 2021 2
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THE LATHUMS announce debut album ‘How Beautiful Life Can Be’ – Out 24 September 2021

July 30, 2021 XS Noize

It’s a brand-new version of mega-streaming, fans’ favourite The Great Escape and an appearance as weekend traders on Wigan Market that heralds the keenly-anticipated arrival of The Lathums’ debut album, now confirmed for release on […]

REEF announce 'Shoot Me Your Ace' UK tour 2
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REEF announce ‘Shoot Me Your Ace’ UK tour

July 30, 2021 XS Noize

Following last weekend’s brilliant performance at Chris Evans’ CarFest, Glastonbury’s finest rockers REEF have announced the Shoot Me Your Ace UK tour, which will be taking place in April 2022. The tour includes a date […]

WENDY JAMES shares video for new single ‘The Impression Of Normalcy’ - Watch Now
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WENDY JAMES shares video for new single ‘The Impression Of Normalcy’ – Watch Now

July 29, 2021 XS Noize

Wendy James comes hurtling out of lockdown with the stunning video for ‘The Impression Of Normalcy’, track 16 of her 20 Track Deluxe Album ‘QUEEN HIGH STRAIGHT’. This statement of intent is, in Wendy’s words, […]

SEX PISTOLS 76-77 4CD collection of demos and outtakes recorded between May 1976 – September 1977 announced
New Music

SEX PISTOLS 76-77 4CD collection of demos and outtakes recorded between May 1976 – September 1977 announced

July 29, 2021 XS Noize

Sex Pistols 76-77 is a comprehensive collection of recordings of the Sex Pistols before the release of ‘Never Mind The Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols’ in 1977. Featuring no less than 80 alternate versions of […]

VALENTIN HANSEN shares ‘Crisis (The Worthless Album)’ - A 30-track album that will generate 0 income on streaming platforms
New Music

VALENTIN HANSEN shares ‘Crisis (The Worthless Album)’ – A 30-track album that will generate 0 income on streaming platforms

July 29, 2021 XS Noize

The rise of music streaming means that almost every recording imaginable is only ever a click away – a situation that would’ve been incomprehensible only fifteen years ago. Artists can benefit too, as suddenly songs […]

THE FELICE BROTHERS announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 8th July 2022 1
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THE FELICE BROTHERS announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 8th July 2022

July 29, 2021 XS Noize

Folk-Americana-rock-country band with deep roots in varied genres, The Felice Brothers are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 08th July 2022. The band recently announced the release of their […]

SOFT CELL announce *HAPPINESS NOT INCLUDED their first new studio album in more than 20 years & 2021 tour dates
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SOFT CELL announce *HAPPINESS NOT INCLUDED their first new studio album in more than 20 years & 2021 tour dates

July 28, 2021 XS Noize

With 25 million sales, six UK top 10 singles and a BRIT Award to their name, Soft Cell are one of British music’s most visionary bands. They’ve cast a huge influence over music culture ever […]

DAVE HAUSE announces brand new album 'Blood Harmony' - Hear first single 'Sandy Sheets' 1
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DAVE HAUSE announces brand new album ‘Blood Harmony’ – Hear first single ‘Sandy Sheets’

July 28, 2021 XS Noize

Blood Harmony Records and acclaimed Philadelphia-raised singer-songwriter Dave Hause are excited to announce Blood Harmony, Hause’s fifth and by far his most ambitious solo album to date due for release on October 22nd. Produced by […]

BUZZARD BUZZARD BUZZARD announce historic Cardiff Castle live show
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BUZZARD BUZZARD BUZZARD announce historic Cardiff Castle live show

July 28, 2021 XS Noize

Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard have today announced they will be the first Welsh band to play a live show again in Cardiff after the national lockdown. Continually testing new and exciting waters – and garnering swathes […]

ROBERT LEVON BEEN of BLACK REBEL MOTORCYCLE CLUB composes score and original songs for new film 'The Card Counter'
New Music

ROBERT LEVON BEEN of BLACK REBEL MOTORCYCLE CLUB composes score and original songs for new film ‘The Card Counter’

July 28, 2021 XS Noize

Composer, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and co-founder of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Robert Levon Been has composed the score and original songs for writer and director Paul Schrader’s new film, “The Card Counter,” starring Oscar Isaac, Tiffany […]

DAUGHTERS OF REYKJAVÍK share video for new single 'HOT MILF SUMMER' 1
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DAUGHTERS OF REYKJAVÍK share video for new single ‘HOT MILF SUMMER’

July 28, 2021 XS Noize

Feminist hip hop trailblazers Daughters of Reykjavík positively outdo themselves on new single ‘HOT MILF SUMMER’, inviting the world to celebrate motherhood in a whole new way.  With four of the daughters recently turning into […]

Upcoming Irish artist CURTIS WALSH shares the uplifting video for his new single 'Picture Perfect'
Gigs

Upcoming Irish artist CURTIS WALSH shares the uplifting video for his new single ‘Picture Perfect’

July 28, 2021 XS Noize

After returning in recent weeks to share his vibrant new single ‘Picture Perfect’, fast-rising Irish artist Curtis Walsh is back once again to unveil the uplifting new video for his latest offering. Directed by acclaimed […]

SAINT ETIENNE announce new album, single & UK tour for November 2021
Gigs

SAINT ETIENNE announce new album, single & UK tour for November 2021

July 27, 2021 XS Noize

The London trio returns this autumn with their 10th studio release, I’ve Been Trying To Tell You – an album about optimism, youth and the late nineties. It is accompanied by a sumptuous film by […]

JOHNNY MARR announces UK headline shows for September 2021 1
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JOHNNY MARR announces UK headline shows for September 2021

July 27, 2021 XS Noize

Johnny Marr has announced UK headline shows for September 2021. The intimate run will see dates including London’s Electric Ballroom, Leeds’ Stylus and Blackburn’s King George’s Hall ahead of a sold-out show alongside The Courteeners […]

ENTER SHIKARI launch documentary mini-series & announce intimate Glasgow shows
Gigs

ENTER SHIKARI launch documentary mini-series & announce intimate Glasgow shows

July 27, 2021 XS Noize

Following on from the publication of frontman Rou Reynolds’ “A Treatise On Possibility” by Faber on 16th July, and ahead of the release of the “Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible” 2xLP / 2xCD […]

WHITESNAKE & FOREIGNER with special guest EUROPE announce U.K. & Ireland 2022 TOUR 1
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WHITESNAKE & FOREIGNER with special guest EUROPE announce U.K. & Ireland 2022 TOUR

July 27, 2021 XS Noize

Whitesnake and Foreigner today announce that together they will be hitting the road across the U.K. & Ireland in 2022 alongside very special guests Europe. Tickets from €69.25 go on sale this Friday 30th July […]

WINGS OF DESIRE share video for new single ‘Choose A Life’ - Watch Now! 1
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WINGS OF DESIRE share video for new single ‘Choose A Life’ – Watch Now!

July 26, 2021 XS Noize

Following the last single ‘Better Late Than Never’, a song about self-discovery, the ever-intriguing Wings Of Desire share a new single ‘Choose A Life’, plus announce their new EP Amun-Ra to be released Friday 13th […]

LARKIN POE & NU DECO ENSEMBLE share new track ‘Every Bird That Flies’ 1
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LARKIN POE & NU DECO ENSEMBLE share new track ‘Every Bird That Flies’

July 26, 2021 XS Noize

Last December, the Grammy-nominated roots-rock duo Larkin Poe teamed up with the innovative hybrid orchestra Nu Deco Ensemble for a special collaborative Livestream show from the Miami Beach Bandshell. It represented Larkin Poe’s first show […]

KING GIZZARD & THE LIZARD WIZARD share video for new single 'Catching Smoke' - Watch Now!
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KING GIZZARD & THE LIZARD WIZARD share video for new single ‘Catching Smoke’ – Watch Now!

July 26, 2021 XS Noize

Having released their latest album, Butterfly 3000 on their own KGLW label in June to universal acclaim, King Gizzard and The Lizard Wizard have today shared the breathtaking video to Catching Smoke, the latest track […]

SPIRITUALIZED announce the release of "Ladies and Gentleman We Are Floating in Space" out 10th September 1
New Music

SPIRITUALIZED announce the release of “Ladies and Gentleman We Are Floating in Space” out 10th September

July 26, 2021 XS Noize

Following the acclaimed release of Lazer Guided Melodies and Pure Phase, Spiritualized and Fat Possum Records today announce the third stage of The Spaceman Reissue Program. Ladies and Gentleman We Are Floating in Space, the […]

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