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          EELS Announce New Album ‘Cookie Happened’ And Share ‘Cap In Hand’

          June 16, 2026

          EELS have announced their 16th studio album, Cookie Happened, set for release on October 16 via E Works / Play It Again Sam. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the album’s first single, “Cap […]

          Jesus Jones
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          Jesus Jones Announce New Album ‘Twilight’ And ‘Doubt’ 35th Anniversary UK Tour

          June 16, 2026

          Jesus Jones have announced their eighth album, Twilight, their first new full-length release in eight years. The band have also shared the album’s first single, “Shot In The Chevy,” which is available to stream now. […]

          Razorlight
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          Razorlight Announce Belfast Show For ‘Razorlight’ 20th Anniversary Tour

          June 12, 2026

          Razorlight will play The Telegraph Building, Belfast, on Sunday, December 13, 2026, as part of their Razorlight 20th anniversary tour. The UK and Ireland dates will celebrate 20 years since the release of the band’s […]

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          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 […]

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          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
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          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: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival

          June 16, 2026

          It has been a significant year for the Southbank Centre, which recently received a £10 million grant as part of its 75th birthday celebrations. Adding to that sense of occasion, Harry Styles was announced as […]

          The Proclaimers
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          LIVE REVIEW: The Proclaimers Bring Heart, Humour And Timeless Anthems To Live At Chelsea

          June 14, 2026

          Before Scottish twin brothers Craig and Charlie Reid brought their unmistakable harmonies to Royal Hospital Chelsea with a 24-track set, support came from Edinburgh-born Hamish Hawk. Describing himself as more of a diarist than an […]

        • Round Up

          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
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          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 […]

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        • December 10
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          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
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          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
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          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 […]

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        • Col Gerrard
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          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
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          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
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          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. […]

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        • Dea Matrona
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          Dea Matrona on ‘Hate That I Care’ and Creative Independence | XS Noize Podcast #289

          June 16, 2026

          Belfast rock duo Dea Matrona join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss their second album, Hate That I Care — a bold, more personal and self-assured new chapter for Mollie McGinn and […]

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

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          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
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          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 […]

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RUDIMENTAL announce a series of intimate live shows in support of the new album, ‘Ground Control’
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RUDIMENTAL announce a series of intimate live shows in support of the new album, ‘Ground Control’

August 3, 2021 XS Noize

Rudimental have announced a series of intimate live shows in support of the new album, ‘Ground Control’, which releases on September 3. Kicking off with two consecutive dates at London’s Jazz Cafe on August 24 […]

BELFAST FESTIVAL to celebrate BRIAN MOORE'S centenary through Lonely Passions: The Brian Moore Centenary Festival
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BELFAST FESTIVAL to celebrate BRIAN MOORE’S centenary through Lonely Passions: The Brian Moore Centenary Festival

August 3, 2021 XS Noize

Paradosso Theatre celebrates the 100th anniversary of Brian Moore’s birth year through Lonely Passions:  The Brian Moore Centenary Festival takes place from Thursday 19th – Wednesday 25th August 2021, ending on the centenary of his birth. Born in Belfast on […]

Newcastle rock and roll group JANGO FLASH release their new single, ‘My Mercedes’ - Watch Video
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Newcastle rock and roll group JANGO FLASH release their new single, ‘My Mercedes’ – Watch Video

August 2, 2021 XS Noize

Newcastle rock and roll group Jango Flash release their new single, ‘My Mercedes’, on 28th July 2021 via AWAL Music. Engineered, produced and mixed by Mark Broughton (Sam Fender, Take That, Sting), ‘My Mercedes’ is […]

Becoming LED ZEPPELIN feature documentary announced
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Becoming LED ZEPPELIN feature documentary announced

August 2, 2021 XS Noize

Director Bernard MacMahon today announced the title of his eagerly anticipated Led Zeppelin feature documentary: Becoming Led Zeppelin. MacMahon said: “Becoming Led Zeppelin is a film that no one thought could be made. The band’s […]

PRIMAL SCREAM commemorates the 30th anniversary of ‘Screamadelica’ with three special releases 1
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PRIMAL SCREAM commemorates the 30th anniversary of ‘Screamadelica’ with three special releases

July 30, 2021 XS Noize

Originally released in 1991, Primal Scream’s ‘Screamadelica’ is one of those rare records that’s indisputably an era-defining, all-time classic. Its hedonistic collision course of club culture and rock roots made Primal Scream one of the […]

SEA FEVER share new single ‘Under Duress’ from their upcoming debut album ‘Folding Lines’
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SEA FEVER share new single ‘Under Duress’ from their upcoming debut album ‘Folding Lines’

July 30, 2021 XS Noize

Today, July 30th, Manchester outfit Sea Fever shares multi-layered dynamic new cut ‘Under Duress’.  The new cut is taken from their upcoming debut album ‘Folding Lines’ due on October 22nd (CD/DL), with its vinyl version […]

Happy Mondays legend BEZ makes vocal debut on collaboration with DOORLY on ‘FLYING BUS’ - Watch Video
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Happy Mondays legend BEZ makes vocal debut on collaboration with DOORLY on ‘FLYING BUS’ – Watch Video

July 30, 2021 XS Noize

The inimitable one-man party machine, Happy Mondays legend and national treasure Bez makes his vocal debut with ‘Flying Bus’, a new collaboration with the internationally acclaimed house producer and DJ Doorly, with additional ecstatic vocals […]

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'
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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 […]

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