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        • The Strokes
          News

          The Strokes Return with New Single ‘Falling Out of Love’ from Upcoming Album ‘Reality Awaits’

          May 13, 2026

          The Strokes unveil the new single “Falling out of Love” from their upcoming album Reality Awaits today.  The band will premiere the song tomorrow night on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, one of the […]

          Dea Matrona
          News

          Dea Matrona share new single ‘My Own Party’ from upcoming album ‘Hate That I Care’

          May 11, 2026

          Dea Matrona return with new song “My Own Party”, the third release from their upcoming second album ‘Hate That I Care’, out 5th June 2026, along with a colourful music video. Recorded, written and produced […]

          Billy Corgan
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          Billy Corgan Announces European Tour for ‘A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness’

          May 11, 2026

          Following a critically acclaimed seven date run last year at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, today Billy Corgan, the frontman of the two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning iconic rock band, The Smashing Pumpkins, announces a European tour […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi - Fig Tree
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi – Fig Tree

          May 7, 2026

          This is the time of year when music lovers are on the lookout for that perfect summer album — a record to effortlessly soundtrack beach bars, balmy evenings, road trips and sunny strolls. Look no […]

          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 […]

        • 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: 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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

        • 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
        • Broken Social Scene on 'Remember The Humans,' grief and why music still saves people | XS Noize Podcast #284
          Podcast

          Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us

          May 12, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin of Broken Social Scene. Kevin and Charles join Mark for a warm, reflective and deeply human […]

          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 […]

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The Gulps
Gigs

THE GULPS reveal warped video for new track ‘Mirror Mirror’

February 16, 2023 XS Noize

A contorted cut that arrives as a more-than-apt accompaniment to their shapeshifting indie-rock track, the video for “Mirror Mirror” is just like stepping through a hall of infinity mirrors and “explores the diverse ‘shards’ of […]

Far From Saints
Gigs

Stereophonics frontman Kelly Jones’ new band FAR FROM SAINTS announce debut live show

February 15, 2023 XS Noize

Having recently unveiled their debut track ‘Let’s Turn This Back Around’, Far From Saints today announce details of their debut live show at London’s EartH Theatre on June 5th 2023. ‘Let’s Turn This Back Around’ […]

THE ORB
New Music

THE ORB announce their 18th album ‘Prism’ & share video for lead track ‘Living In Recycled Times’

February 15, 2023 XS Noize

‘Prism’ begins with the epic winding journey of ‘H.O.M.E’, which features a poem by Paterson, and traverses through dark ambient into star-surfing Fingers-style house, before ‘Why Can You Be In Two Places At Once…’ kicks […]

Ben Folds
Gigs

BEN FOLDS to release his new album ‘What Matters Most’ on June 2 – Listen to first single ‘Winslow Gardens’

February 15, 2023 XS Noize

Ben Folds will release his new album What Matters Most on June 2 via New West Records. The 10-song set was co-produced by Folds and Joe Pisapia (K.D. Lang, Guster) in East Nashville, TN and […]

The Kinks
News

THE KINKS celebrate their 60th Anniversary with two-part special anniversary anthology release

February 15, 2023 XS Noize

The Kinks one of the greatest ever British rock groups, celebrate their 60th Anniversary in 2023. Formed in 1963 in Muswell Hill, North London, by brothers Ray and Dave Davies with their friend Pete Quaife, […]

beabadoobee
Gigs

beabadoobee shares video for new single ‘Glue Song’

February 15, 2023 XS Noize

beabadoobee returns with new single ‘Glue Song’. Teased via her social media and in recent live performances, including her NPR Tiny Desk Concert, the unreleased track has fast become an online fan favourite and is […]

BØLZER
Gigs

BØLZER announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 with special guests Abduction on June 2nd 2023

February 15, 2023 XS Noize

Swiss extreme metal duo Bølzer are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Limelight 2 with special guests Abduction on June 2nd 2023. An intuitive art project born from raw passion; musical ecstasy […]

Secret Machines
Gigs

SECRET MACHINES share new single ‘The Finalizer’ from new LP ‘The Moth, The Lizard, and the Secret Machines’

February 14, 2023 XS Noize

Secret Machines recently announced their forthcoming LP, The Moth, The Lizard, and the Secret Machines (due March 24, 2023), a somewhat “lost” record and their first new release since 2020’s Awake in the Brain Chamber. […]

Dropkick Murphys
New Music

DROPKICK MURPHYS share ‘All You Tories’ in solidarity with RMT & NHS Strikers

February 14, 2023 XS Noize

Following the band’s anticipated run of UK & Irish arena dates, Dropkick Murphys are sharing special live footage of ‘All You Tories’, an incredibly powerful rework of ‘All You Fonies (Bound To Lose)’. The original […]

Lana Del Rey
News

LANA DEL REY releases her new single ‘A&W’

February 14, 2023 XS Noize

Today – 14th February 2023 – Lana Del Rey releases her new single, ‘A&W’, the second single taken from her upcoming ninth studio album, Did You Know That There’s A Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd. The […]

Temples
New Music

TEMPLES share new track ‘Cicada’ from forthcoming new album ‘Exotico’

February 14, 2023 XS Noize

Temples have today shared a new track, ‘Cicada’, the latest to be taken from their forthcoming fourth album, Exotico. The Sean Ono Lennon-produced album will be released on ATO Records on Friday 14th April 2023. […]

Friendly Fires
Gigs

FRIENDLY FIRES announce two new 15th year anniversary shows of classic debut album ‘FRIENDLY FIRES’

February 14, 2023 XS Noize

Following their sold out London shows later this month, Friendly Fires have today announced two new dates to their 15th year anniversary celebrations. These will take place at Norwich Waterfront on Saturday 13th May and […]

Becky Hill
Gigs

BECKY HILL announces Custom House Square, Belfast show on Wednesday 23rd August

February 14, 2023 XS Noize

Two-time Brit-award winning singer-songwriter Becky Hill has announced her biggest Belfast headline show to date at Custom House Square on Wednesday 23rd August 2023. Cementing her reputation as the Queen of Dance music, Becky Hill’s […]

The Lemon Twigs
Gigs

THE LEMON TWIGS announce new album ‘Everything Harmony’ & UK tour dates

February 13, 2023 XS Noize

Today, The Lemon Twigs announce the release of their fourth studio album, “Everything Harmony”, out May 5th on Captured Tracks. “Everything Harmony” is a tour de force that arrives as a full realisation of the […]

Glenn Moore
Gigs

Comedian GLENN MOORE to headline Limelight, Belfast this Friday

February 13, 2023 XS Noize

Glenn Moore presents one of the best-reviewed shows of the 2022 Edinburgh Fringe, firmly establishing himself as one of the greatest joke-writers of his generation. Expect a ’comedy masterclass’ (Times) and a high-energy barrage of the most […]

Duran Duran
Gigs

DURAN DURAN confirm Jake Shears and LIA LIA will join their FUTURE PAST UK and Ireland tour

February 13, 2023 XS Noize

Duran Duran has confirmed special guests Jake Shears and LIA LIA will join their FUTURE PAST UK and Ireland headline arena tour, taking place through April and May 2023. Renowned for his work as lead […]

u2
Gigs

U2 announce ‘U2: UV Achtung Baby Live At The Sphere’ – a special run of shows in Las Vegas

February 13, 2023 XS Noize

U2 have announced – ‘U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At The Sphere’ – a special run of shows marking the band’s first live outing in four years – will see the world’s biggest rock band launch […]

They Might Be Giants
Gigs

THEY MIGHT BE GIANTS announce 5 date UK tour

February 13, 2023 XS Noize

Grammy award-winners and alt-rock legends, They Might Be Giants are returning to the UK with shows in Manchester, Leeds, Nottingham, Bristol and London this November. On the heels of 70 sold-out shows in the US, […]

Nik Kershaw
Gigs

NIK KERSHAW announces ‘No Glitz, Just Hitz!’ UK tour

February 13, 2023 XS Noize

For the first time in 11 years, the small but perfectly formed Nik Kershaw and his fabulous band embark on a small but perfectly formed tour of the UK. The ‘No Glitz, Just Hitz’ tour […]

Moss Kena
New Music

MOSS KENA shares video for uplifting new single ‘Light It Up’

February 13, 2023 XS Noize

Moss Kena kickstarts 2023 with the irresistibly uplifting anthem ‘Light It Up’. The feel-good tune recalls hazy summer days, reflecting on Kena’s own troubled past and overcoming his struggles with addiction in order to bring […]

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