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        • Brian Fallon
          News

          Brian Fallon Announces New Album ‘Not Bad For New Jersey’ And Shares New Single ‘Pearls’

          June 10, 2026

          Brian Fallon has announced details of his eagerly awaited new album, Not Bad For New Jersey, set for release via his own Lesser Known Records on Thursday, September 10, 2026, digitally, with the physical release […]

          Interpol
          News

          Interpol return with new album ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’ and share two new tracks

          June 9, 2026

          Interpol have announced their new album This Mirror Weighs a Ton, their first in four years and debut for Partisan Records, arriving August 28. Alongside the announcement, the band share the two opening tracks, the […]

          Placebo
          News

          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 […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace - Avalanche
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace – Avalanche

          June 10, 2026

          For three decades, West Yorkshire’s finest have been a steadfast pillar of the British music scene. Celebrating their 30-year milestone in 2026, Embrace return with their highly anticipated ninth studio album, Avalanche. It’s a record […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • Embrace
          Podcast

          Danny McNamara on Embrace’s New Album ‘Avalanche’ and Why Life Doesn’t Wait | XS Noize Podcast #288

          June 9, 2026

          Danny McNamara joins the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Embrace’s new album Avalanche, 30 years of the band, fatherhood, songwriting, The Good Will Out and why life doesn’t wait. […]

          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 […]

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The best music news as it breaks daily. News & music reviews on singers, songwriters, bands, release dates, videos, concerts, albums, musicians

Courteeners
Gigs

COURTEENERS announce landmark headline show at Manchester’s Heaton Park on Friday 9th June 2023

August 30, 2022 XS Noize

Ready to define yet another unforgettable summer, Courteeners have announced details of a landmark headline show at Manchester’s famed Heaton Park – returning on Friday 9th June 2023 to celebrate the 15th Anniversary of their […]

Skinny Living
Gigs

SKINNY LIVING share the video for new single ‘Who Likes’

August 30, 2022 XS Noize

The spiritually uplifting indie-soul trio Skinny Living today release their new single ‘Who Likes’, which represents their first new music in over three years. It’s the latest step in a resurgent year for the band, […]

PULLED APART BY HORSES
Gigs

PULLED APART BY HORSES release punchy new single ‘Sleep In Your Grave’

August 30, 2022 XS Noize

Leeds-based rock trio PULLED APART BY HORSES have today released punchy new single ‘Sleep In Your Grave’, which is out now on Alcopop! Records. The track is the latest single to be taken from their […]

EMERGE Music Festival
Gigs

A sell-out crowd of 40,000 electronic music fans attended the EMERGE Music Festival at Belfast’s Boucher Playing Fields on Saturday & Sunday

August 30, 2022 XS Noize

A sell-out crowd of 40,000 electronic music fans attended the inaugural EMERGE Music Festival at Belfast’s Boucher Playing Fields on Saturday & Sunday. Fans enjoyed sets from international superstars such as Eric Prydz, Patrick Topping, […]

ARCTIC MONKEYS
Gigs

ARCTIC MONKEYS share ‘There’d Better Be A Mirrorball’ – first track from forthcoming new album ‘The Car’

August 30, 2022 XS Noize

Arctic Monkeys have launched ‘There’d Better Be A Mirrorball’, the first track from their forthcoming new album, ‘The Car’, which is set for release on Friday 21st October. The band’s seventh studio album, ‘The Car’ […]

ASH
News

ASH announce vinyl reissue of their third album ‘Free All Angels’ & tour dates

August 30, 2022 XS Noize

ASH have announced the reissue on newly remastered splatter vinyl of their hugely successful and beloved FREE ALL ANGELS album on 16 September. The release follows the reissue of their debut album 1977 earlier this […]

HARRY STYLES
Gigs

HARRY STYLES announces headline show at SLANE CASTLE on Saturday 10 June 2023

August 26, 2022 XS Noize

Due to popular demand, international superstar Harry Styles has announced the continuation of Love On Tour with 19 newly announced shows in Europe, along with the addition of new shows in Austin, Chicago, and São […]

Muse
Gigs

MUSE release new album ‘Will Of The People’ and share horror inspired video for new track ‘You Make Me Feel Like It’s Halloween’

August 26, 2022 XS Noize

Grammy Award and Brit Award winners Muse today release their new studio album ‘Will Of The People’. The album has emerged to widespread critical acclaim for its audacious ambition and reflection of a world in […]

The Rolling Stones
New Music

THE ROLLING STONES ‘We Love You’ music video gets first official online release

August 26, 2022 XS Noize

The Rolling Stones and ABKCO Music & Records Inc. have released the official music video for “We Love You,” originally filmed in 1967. The Peter Whitehead-directed “promotional film” (as videos were referred to in the […]

Manic Street Preachers
New Music

MANIC STREET PREACHERS share previously unheard song ‘Studies In Paralysis’

August 26, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Manic Street Preachers have made available a brand new track recorded at the time of their sixth studio album, ‘Know Your Enemy’. ‘Studies in Paralysis’ was recorded at Miloco Studios in London but left […]

Get ready! Belfast's biggest dance music event of the Summer is about to EMERGE
Gigs

Get ready! Belfast’s biggest dance music event of the Summer is about to EMERGE

August 25, 2022 XS Noize

EMERGE is a brand new annual two-day multi-stage outdoor event brought to you by the teams behind the long-running Belfast club brand Shine & Belsonic Festival, taking place for the first time this August Bank […]

The Damned
News

THE DAMNED share ‘Plan 9, Channel 7’ video from ‘A Night of A Thousand Vampires’

August 24, 2022 XS Noize

On October 28th, 2019, The Damned took the stage at London’s prestigious Palladium Theatre for a very special immersive musical and theatrical experience – performing songs of their 40-year rich catalogue. A true event from […]

The Dears
Gigs

THE DEARS announce ‘Return To Lovers Rock’ expanded album – Hear new single ‘I Know What You’re Thinking And It’s Awful (Acoustic)’

August 24, 2022 XS Noize

Today, The Dears have announced Return To Lovers Rock, an expanded digital edition of their most recent album, Lovers Rock, set for release on 9 September. The new collection adds five acoustic recordings, including the […]

The Luka State
Gigs

THE LUKA STATE reveal the video for their new track ‘Stick Around’

August 24, 2022 XS Noize

Today, the working class band The Luka State, hailing from Winsford, Cheshire are back with a new song, “Stick Around,” in advance of their upcoming North American tour. The single is a welcome return for […]

Arctic Monkeys
Gigs

ARCTIC MONKEYS will release new album ‘THE CAR’ on 21st October 2022

August 24, 2022 XS Noize

Arctic Monkeys release their new album, entitled ‘The Car’, on Friday 21st October. The band’s seventh studio album, ‘The Car’ features ten new songs written by Alex Turner, produced by James Ford and recorded at […]

PHOEBE GO shares new single 'Hey' & announces her debut EP 'Player' - out October 28th
New Music

PHOEBE GO shares new single ‘Hey’ & announces her debut EP ‘Player’ – out October 28th

August 24, 2022 XS Noize

Australian artist, Phoebe Go, shares the announcement of her debut EP Player, out October 28th, with new single “Hey.”  After the success of her high-school band, Snakadaktal, catapulted her into the music industry at the […]

Larkin Poe
Gigs

GRAMMY® Award-nominated sister duo LARKIN POE share new single ‘Georgia Off My Mind’

August 23, 2022 XS Noize

Larkin Poe – the GRAMMY® Award-nominated duo of Georgia-bred, Nashville-based multi-instrumentalist sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell – have shared “Georgia Off My Mind,” available now at all DSPs and streaming services. A heavy-hearted yet swinging […]

Nina Nesbitt
Gigs

NINA NESBITT shares the video for new single ‘Colours Of You’

August 23, 2022 XS Noize

Having recently exceeded a career landmark of a billion streams, Nina Nesbitt gets a huge month underway as she today shares her new single ‘Colours Of You’ along with its official video. The song emerges […]

tors
Gigs

Rising indie-pop trio TORS share new single ‘Lonely’

August 23, 2022 XS Noize

Rising indie-pop trio Tors have a real ear for an irresistible melody, a skill that has seen their own songs and high-profile co-writes (with Declan J Donovan and Dean Lewis) exceed 500 million streams and […]

Darius Keeler
Gigs

ARCHIVE – Call To Arms & Angels European Tour Rescheduled

August 23, 2022 XS Noize

Archive have announced the forced rescheduling of their European tour later this year after founding member Darius Keeler was diagnosed with cancer. The tour in support of the band’s twelfth studio album, Call To Arms […]

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