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        • The Strokes
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          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
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          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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MUSE share new video for forthcoming album title track 'Will Of The People'
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MUSE share new video for forthcoming album title track ‘Will Of The People’

June 1, 2022 XS Noize

Grammy Award-winning rock band Muse release their newest song ‘Will of The People’. This is the third song from their forthcoming album of the same name, set for release on August 26th via Warner Records. Earlier in the year the band released ‘Compliance’ and ‘Won’t […]

YEAH YEAH YEAHS Announce new album 'Cool It Down' - Watch video for new single 'Spitting Off the Edge of the World' feat. Perfume Genius 2
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YEAH YEAH YEAHS Announce new album ‘Cool It Down’ – Watch video for new single ‘Spitting Off the Edge of the World’ feat. Perfume Genius

June 1, 2022 XS Noize

After teasing their first new music in over nine years, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs are officially back with a new album and single to share with the masses. Karen O, Nick Zinner and Brian Chase […]

THE HOUSE OF LOVE announce brand new album 'A State Of Grace' 1
New Music

THE HOUSE OF LOVE announce brand new album ‘A State Of Grace’

June 1, 2022 XS Noize

The House Of Love are proud to announce their brand new album. The sequel to 2013’s ‘She Paints Words In Red’, ‘A State Of Grace’ was written and recorded by the band’s lynchpin Guy Chadwick […]

Women’s Work Festival 2022 starts this week in Belfast from 2nd – 5th June 1
Gigs

Women’s Work Festival 2022 starts this week in Belfast from 2nd – 5th June

May 31, 2022 XS Noize

The Oh Yeah Music Centre is delighted to reveal a sixth series of its Women’s Work Festival, starting this week in Belfast. It will run across four punchy, packed days and nights across a bank […]

BETH ORTON announces new album & shares first single 'Weather Alive'
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BETH ORTON announces new album & shares first single ‘Weather Alive’

May 31, 2022 XS Noize

Beth Orton is very pleased to announce details of her seventh studio album, Weather Alive – set for release on 23rd September 2022. It will be her first album through her new record label Partisan […]

WILL BUTLER shares two new songs 'A Stranger's House' and 'Nearer To Thee'
Gigs

WILL BUTLER shares two new songs ‘A Stranger’s House’ and ‘Nearer To Thee’

May 31, 2022 XS Noize

Today, alongside news of his first run of shows since 2019, Will Butler has released two new songs. A Stranger’s House’/’Nearer to Thee are available on all streaming platforms now. Watch Butler’s menacing video for […]

THE FINN BROTHERS reissue 'Finn' for the first time ever on vinyl - feat bonus ten track 'Finn Demos' 1
New Music

THE FINN BROTHERS reissue ‘Finn’ for the first time ever on vinyl – feat bonus ten track ‘Finn Demos’

May 31, 2022 XS Noize

“Quincy Jones says it’s about leaving space for God to walk through the room. I can hear that on Finn. You might not want to acknowledge it for fear that it’ll go as soon as […]

ABOVE & BEYOND announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on Friday 23rd September 2022 1
Gigs

ABOVE & BEYOND announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on Friday 23rd September 2022

May 31, 2022 XS Noize

Above & Beyond, or Jono, Tony and Paavo as they are better known to their legions of fans around the world, have been at the forefront of electronic dance music for two decades. Founders of […]

LADYBYRD shares her debut single ‘Too Close To Call’
New Music

LADYBYRD shares her debut single ‘Too Close To Call’

May 30, 2022 XS Noize

18-year-old newcomer Ladybyrd has spent most of her youth living a relatively sheltered existence. While the life experiences she draws upon in her songs are largely based upon classical coming-of-age emotions – relationships, desire, longing […]

JC STEWART shares live video for new single ‘Scars’ - Watch Now
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JC STEWART shares live video for new single ‘Scars’ – Watch Now

May 30, 2022 XS Noize

The MTV VMA nominee JC Stewart adds to his rising star status and 250 million+ streams by sharing his brand new single ‘Scars’. It follows two big tracks already this year for the pop singer-songwriter: […]

NEIL YOUNG to release the long-anticipated 2001 album 'Toast' on July 8th
New Music

NEIL YOUNG to release the long-anticipated 2001 album ‘Toast’ on July 8th

May 27, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Neil Young announces the July 8th release of his near-mythical 2001 studio album, ‘Toast’. Recorded at Toast Studios in San Francisco around the turn of the millennium, ‘Toast’ features Young’s legendary musical collaborators Crazy […]

KARIN ANN shares the new single ‘poison apple’ 2
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KARIN ANN shares the new single ‘poison apple’

May 27, 2022 XS Noize

Established as a star for the Gen Z audience across central Europe, 20-year-old Karin Ann has also ignited wider international attention in recent months. Jack Saunders at Radio 1 supported her singles ‘looking at porn’ […]

DURAN DURAN share 'All of You' (Erol Alkan extended rework)
Gigs

DURAN DURAN share ‘All of You’ (Erol Alkan extended rework)

May 27, 2022 XS Noize

Duran Duran have today released ‘ALL OF YOU’ (EROL ALKAN EXTENDED REWORK). Premiered by Erol Alkan in Ibiza at Duran Duran ‘Touch The Sunrise’, the band’s immersive weekend experience that lifted the curtain on the island’s […]

THE CRIBS announce details of deluxe reissues of their first three albums 1
New Music

THE CRIBS announce details of deluxe reissues of their first three albums

May 26, 2022 XS Noize

The Cribs have announced details of a comprehensive reissue programme of their first three classic and much-loved albums, The Cribs, The New Fellas and Men’s Needs, Women’s Needs, Whatever. The three albums will be released […]

DERMOT KENNEDY releases the video for his new single ‘Something to Someone’
Gigs

DERMOT KENNEDY releases the video for his new single ‘Something to Someone’

May 25, 2022 XS Noize

Today, global star DERMOT KENNEDY releases the official video for his new single ‘SOMETHING TO SOMEONE’, out now via Island Records UK / Interscope on all DSPs – watch the stunning video BELOW: ‘Something to […]

Liverpool-based four-piece CRAWLERS release new single 'F*ck Me (I Didn't Know How To Say)'
Gigs

Liverpool-based four-piece CRAWLERS release new single ‘F*ck Me (I Didn’t Know How To Say)’

May 24, 2022 XS Noize

Liverpool-based four-piece CRAWLERS today share their stunning new single ‘F*ck Me (I Didn’t Know How To Say)’. The single, the band’s second release on Polydor Records, is a compelling concoction of big, grungy riffs which […]

Sonic Soul Collective WINACHI release 'Intoxicated EP' feat Rafael Aragon
Gigs

Sonic Soul Collective WINACHI release ‘Intoxicated EP’ feat Rafael Aragon

May 24, 2022 XS Noize

WINACHI release ‘INTOXICATED EP’ feat RAFAEL ARAGON. The EP is the first in a series of releases featuring the band’s earliest work under the guise of China White, all of which is previously unreleased to […]

VERA BLUE shares her new electropop ballad single ‘The Curse’
New Music

VERA BLUE shares her new electropop ballad single ‘The Curse’

May 24, 2022 XS Noize

Australian multi-platinum Aria nominated Vera Blue today shares her new electropop ballad single ‘The Curse’. With effortlessly climbing vocals, achieving the right balance of intimacy and grandiosity. ‘The Curse’ is a further taste of what’s […]

JUST MUSTARD share 'Seed' from new album 'Heart Under' out this Friday 1
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JUST MUSTARD share ‘Seed’ from new album ‘Heart Under’ out this Friday

May 24, 2022 XS Noize

Dundalk, Ireland 5-piece Just Mustard have shared new track ‘Seed’ taken from their forthcoming sophomore album Heart Under – out this Friday, May 27 via Partisan. ‘Seed’ is a dark and dangerous album highlight that […]

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band return to the road in February, 2023 with two Dublin shows for May next year 1
Gigs

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band return to the road in February, 2023 with two Dublin shows for May next year

May 24, 2022 XS Noize

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band will mark their return to the road in early February 2023 with a string of to-be-announced US arena dates, followed by European stadium shows kicking off on April […]

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