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        • Eighty Eight Miles
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          Eighty Eight Miles release debut EP “Class of Eighty Eight” ahead of biggest festival summer yet

          April 11, 2026

          They’ve played shows with Lottery Winners, The K’s, Red Rum Club, The Clause and overpass; attracted big name fans in the shape of Lindsey Buckingham and Blossoms; and sold-out four consecutive Birmingham headline shows, but […]

          Dea Matrona
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          Dea Matrona unleash explosive new single “John Doe” from upcoming album Hate That I Care

          April 11, 2026

          Dea Matrona return with explosive new single “John Doe”, the second taste off their highly anticipated second album “Hate That I Care”, set for release on 5th June 2026. Recorded, written and produced entirely by the […]

          Enter Shikari
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          Enter Shikari surprise release new album “Lose Your Self” with no prior announcement

          April 11, 2026

          With zero announcements or teasers from the band, Enter Shikari have surprise released their brand-new album! Lose Your Self (released via So Recordings) spans 12 tracks exploring themes of desolation, futility and complete despair at the state of […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols – Pin Ups

          March 25, 2026

          There’s long been a subtle rebellious streak at the core of The Dandy Warhols. Since emerging from Portland in 1994, they’ve approached genres as something fluid rather than fixed, and Pin Ups – their 2026 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad - It’s the Long Goodbye
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

          March 24, 2026

          It’s been seven years since The Twilight Sad released It Won’t Be Like This All the Time — a record that cemented their place as one of the most emotionally direct and sonically powerful bands […]

        • 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

          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring ‘The Mountain’ to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut

          April 1, 2026

          Gorillaz finally made it to Belfast — and instead of rolling out a greatest hits set, they came in with something very different. Support came from Argentine rapper, singer and songwriter Trueno, and I’ve never […]

        • 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
        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

  • Podcast
        • The Boxer Rebellion
          Podcast

          The Boxer Rebellion on ‘The Second I’m Asleep’ and the reset that brought them back | XS Noize Podcast #279

          April 7, 2026

          The Boxer Rebellion return with The Second I’m Asleep — their first full-length studio album since 2018. In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Nathan Nicholson and Piers Hewitt join Mark Millar to talk […]

          The Dandy Warhols
          Podcast

          Courtney Taylor-Taylor on Pin Ups, Dig! and taking back The Dandy Warhols narrative | XS Noize Podcast #278

          April 1, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Courtney Taylor-Taylor — frontman, songwriter and creative force behind The Dandy Warhols — to talk about the band’s latest release Pin Ups, […]

          Scouting For Girls
          Podcast

          Scouting For Girls’ Roy Stride on ‘These Are The Good Days’ and finding joy in the present | XS Noize Podcast #277

          March 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Roy Stride — frontman, songwriter and driving force behind Scouting For Girls — to talk about the band’s uplifting new album These […]

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STING announces new album 'The Bridge' - Hear the first single, 'If It's Love' 1
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STING announces new album ‘The Bridge’ – Hear the first single, ‘If It’s Love’

September 1, 2021 XS Noize

17-time Grammy Award-winning musician Sting has announced The Bridge, a brand-new album to be released on November 19 via UMC/Polydor. The first single, “If It’s Love” is out now. The Bridge showcases Sting’s prolific and […]

THE DIVINE COMEDY announces 'Charmed Life - The Best Of The Divine Comedy' & Irish tour dates for Spring 2022 1
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THE DIVINE COMEDY announces ‘Charmed Life – The Best Of The Divine Comedy’ & Irish tour dates for Spring 2022

September 1, 2021 XS Noize

Having now completed his third full decade as a recording artist, The Divine Comedy, aka Neil Hannon, today announces the treasure trove that is Charmed Life – The Best Of The Divine Comedy – a […]

DURAN DURAN share ‘Anniversary’ from forthcoming album, 'Future Past' 1
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DURAN DURAN share ‘Anniversary’ from forthcoming album, ‘Future Past’

August 31, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Duran Duran share the anthemic ‘ANNIVERSARY’, produced by the band along with British DJ/producer, Erol Alkan and the third song taken from their fifteenth studio album, ‘FUTURE PAST’, set for global release on October […]

MILES KANE shares ‘Don’t Let It Get You Down’ - the debut single from his forthcoming new album 'Change The Show'
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MILES KANE shares ‘Don’t Let It Get You Down’ – the debut single from his forthcoming new album ‘Change The Show’

August 31, 2021 XS Noize

Miles Kane has returned with, ‘Don’t Let It Get You Down’, the debut single from his forthcoming new album Change The Show, out 21st January 2022 on BMG. ‘Don’t Let It Get You Down’ is […]

JOHNNY MARR shares ‘Spirit, Power And Soul’ from his forthcoming double album 'Fever Dreams Pts 1-4' 1
Gigs

JOHNNY MARR shares ‘Spirit, Power And Soul’ from his forthcoming double album ‘Fever Dreams Pts 1-4’

August 31, 2021 XS Noize

Johnny Marr returns with ‘Spirit, Power And Soul’, the first new music from his forthcoming double album and fourth solo full-length record, titled ‘Fever Dreams Pts 1-4’. Marking Johnny’s first new music since 2019, new […]

Grammy winning artist ZIKAI releases visualiser for her new single ‘Hero’ - Watch Now
New Music

Grammy winning artist ZIKAI releases visualiser for her new single ‘Hero’ – Watch Now

August 31, 2021 XS Noize

The Swedish Grammy winner Zikai and hit producers Hitimpulse team up for their single ‘Hero’. Together, this hot collab delivers a laid back R&B-Pop interpolation of the 1984 classic by world star Bonnie Tyler.  Zikai […]

ELEANOR K shares new single 'The Panic’s Over' - Listen Now
New Music

ELEANOR K shares new single ‘The Panic’s Over’ – Listen Now

August 31, 2021 XS Noize

During a decade of touring with Crystal Fighters, Eleanor K was a big part of their inclusive, celebratory sound as they rose from a warehouse in east London to playing some of the world’s biggest […]

UK singer-songwriter RAYE announces headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday 6th November 2021
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UK singer-songwriter RAYE announces headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday 6th November 2021

August 31, 2021 XS Noize

UK singer-songwriter RAYE is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday 6th November 2021. RAYE released her mini-album, Euphoric Sad Songs in November 2020 and has had recent hits with […]

LINDSEY BUCKINGHAM announces his first ever solo shows in Europe
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LINDSEY BUCKINGHAM announces his first ever solo shows in Europe

August 31, 2021 XS Noize

Lindsey Buckingham has today announced his first EVER solo tour of Europe starting in Dublin on the 17th of May before playing three UK shows in Glasgow, Liverpool and London. The self-titled tour then plays […]

Canadian rock duo CLEOPATRICK announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Thursday 3rd March 2022 1
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Canadian rock duo CLEOPATRICK announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Thursday 3rd March 2022

August 27, 2021 XS Noize

Canadian rock duo cleopatrick are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Thursday 3rd March 2022. The band’s debut album ‘Bummer’ was released on June 04th 2021 on their own label […]

THE VACCINES share new track 'El Paso' from forthcoming album 'Back In Love City'
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THE VACCINES share new track ‘El Paso’ from forthcoming album ‘Back In Love City’

August 27, 2021 XS Noize

The Vaccines are sharing the new track “El Paso,” the latest song to be taken from their brilliant fifth album, Back In Love City, which is set for release two weeks today on September 10th. […]

JIMMIE ALLEN releases new track 'Big In A Small Town' from new Netflix series 'Titletown High'
New Music

JIMMIE ALLEN releases new track ‘Big In A Small Town’ from new Netflix series ‘Titletown High’

August 27, 2021 XS Noize

Multi-platinum recording artist, current ACM New Male Artist of the Year winner and proud small-town Milton, DE native Jimmie Allen has released his latest song “Big In A Small Town”. The release of “Big In A […]

ALABAMA 3 release new zombie video for 'Yolanda' - Watch Now
Gigs

ALABAMA 3 release new zombie video for ‘Yolanda’ – Watch Now

August 27, 2021 XS Noize

Following 3 epic live shows this August at Brixton Jamm, Alabama 3’s new, high-production video for current single Yolanda is released today, from their new album Step 13 scheduled for release on 24th September via […]

THE SCRIPT announce new career-spanning greatest hits album ‘Tales From The Script’ - Out October 1st 1
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THE SCRIPT announce new career-spanning greatest hits album ‘Tales From The Script’ – Out October 1st

August 27, 2021 XS Noize

The Script celebrate a journey that has included five UK #1 albums, six billion streams, and over two million ticket sales with the release of the career-spanning greatest hits album ‘Tales From The Script’ on […]

CAROLESDAUGHTER unveils haunting cover of Radiohead's 'Creep' - Listen Now
Gigs

CAROLESDAUGHTER unveils haunting cover of Radiohead’s ‘Creep’ – Listen Now

August 27, 2021 XS Noize

Trailblazing alternative-pop artist, carolesdaughter (aka Thea Taylor), who V Magazine included in their Summer Music Issue, and praised her as “[spearheading] the next generation of alt-pop music,” releases today a stirring cover of Radiohead’s classic, […]

GORILLAZ release new 3 track-EP titled 'Meanwhile' - Listen Now
New Music

GORILLAZ release new 3 track-EP titled ‘Meanwhile’ – Listen Now

August 26, 2021 XS Noize

Today sees the release of new music from Gorillaz: a 3-track EP titled Meanwhile celebrating Carnival and West London comprising tracks Déjà Vu ft. Alicaì Harley recorded live in London; the steel pan-infused Jimmy Jimmy […]

JAMIROQUAI announces 'Travelling Without Moving' (25th anniversary edition)
New Music

JAMIROQUAI announces ‘Travelling Without Moving’ (25th anniversary edition)

August 26, 2021 XS Noize

In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Jamiroquai’s huge third album ‘Travelling Without Moving’, it is to be reissued as a double heavyweight 180g yellow vinyl set with a new updated cover for 2021 and […]

Dublin alt-rock outfit TV PEOPLE release debut EP 'Nothing More' - Hear new track 'Shallow Minds'
Gigs

Dublin alt-rock outfit TV PEOPLE release debut EP ‘Nothing More’ – Hear new track ‘Shallow Minds’

August 26, 2021 XS Noize

Dublin alternative-rock newcomers TV People today unveil their debut EP, ‘Nothing More’ via Blowtorch Records. The band have also shared a new single, ‘Shallow Minds’. Working alongside an all-star team including Dan Doherty at Darklands […]

FREDDIE LONG shares video for new single ‘Addicted To Your Love’
Gigs

FREDDIE LONG shares video for new single ‘Addicted To Your Love’

August 25, 2021 XS Noize

It’s summer: the sun is shining, everyone is finally out and things seem to be getting back to normal. Time to focus on the beautiful things in life: hanging out with your friends and maybe […]

TOM MORELLO releases new single “Driving To Texas” featuring Phantogram
New Music

TOM MORELLO releases new single “Driving To Texas” featuring Phantogram

August 25, 2021 XS Noize

Rock & Roll icon and two-time Grammy winner Tom Morello has today released a brand-new single “Driving To Texas” featuring Phantogram from his recently announced album The Atlas Underground Fire, out October 15th.  “I’d worked […]

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