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          Kingfishr Announce Belsonic Belfast Show And Major Outdoor Dates For 2027

          June 18, 2026

          Kingfishr have announced three major outdoor headline shows for 2027, including a Belfast Belsonic date. The Irish trio will play Belsonic in Belfast on June 11, 2027, before heading to Marlay Park in Dublin on […]

          EELS
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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. […]

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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
          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: 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
          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. […]

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        • Dea Matrona
          Podcast

          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
          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 […]

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Irish singer-songwriter ANNABELLE shares new single ‘All Night’
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Irish singer-songwriter ANNABELLE shares new single ‘All Night’

February 26, 2021 XS Noize

Irish singer/songwriter Annabelle is pleased to announce the follow-up release to her hugely successful single ‘Give Me Love’ today, named ‘All Night’. The catchy pop track is the second in a series of singles to […]

BEN HOWARD Announces Royal Festival Hall Shows & Releases 'Far Out' and 'Follies'
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BEN HOWARD Announces Royal Festival Hall Shows & Releases ‘Far Out’ and ‘Follies’

February 26, 2021 XS Noize

Ben Howard is pleased to announce two shows at London’s Royal Festival Hall for the Autumn. The British musician, who releases his fourth album, Collections From The Whiteout, on 26th March, will return to the […]

LISA MCHUGH releases brand new single ‘Bad Idea’
New Music

LISA MCHUGH releases brand new single ‘Bad Idea’

February 26, 2021 XS Noize

‘Bad Idea’ is the follow up single to ‘You’re Gonna Get Back Up’ and was written after a fun night out with friends. Like ‘The Scandal’, ‘Watch Me’ and ‘Bad Idea’ were all written during […]

HARE SQUEAD share brand new single 'Handle Bars'
New Music

HARE SQUEAD share brand new single ‘Handle Bars’

February 26, 2021 XS Noize

Hare Squead continue to lead the charge for Irish hip-hop, their magnetic rhymes and multi-genre productions proving that they offer something that sets them apart from the pack. Those traits permeate everything they release, from […]

THE DATSUNS return with video for new single 'Brain To Brain' - Watch Now!
New Music

THE DATSUNS return with video for new single ‘Brain To Brain’ – Watch Now!

February 26, 2021 XS Noize

The video was shot by London-based director Marc Swadel (The Chemical Brothers, Stone Roses, Sparks, Thurston Moore). Made in quarantined bedrooms, kitchens and practice spaces across three international time zones, it has the feel of […]

PAUL WELLER announces new album FAT POP (Vol 1) 1
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PAUL WELLER announces new album FAT POP (Vol 1)

February 25, 2021 XS Noize

We may be cursed to be in the midst a global pandemic, buffeted by all of its stresses and pain. But everyone knows that art provides succour, that music is the most reliable balm. And […]

THE CORAL get Grandad in on the act on upcoming album… CORAL ISLAND 2
New Music

THE CORAL get Grandad in on the act on upcoming album… CORAL ISLAND

February 25, 2021 XS Noize

Without parallel in handbraking through expectation-confounding twists and turns for almost two decades, The Coral prove to be the ringmasters of the unforeseen once more as they announce that 85-year old, Ian Murray (aka The […]

THE MAGIC EPIC releases video for new single 'Sally' - Watch Now
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THE MAGIC EPIC releases video for new single ‘Sally’ – Watch Now

February 25, 2021 XS Noize

Toby Juan AKA The Magic Epic grew up in suburban South London and moved to the coast after falling in love with Brighton where he began writing his own music in 2013. He worked as […]

NICK CAVE & WARREN ELLIS release new album 'Carnage' - Listen Now!
New Music

NICK CAVE & WARREN ELLIS release new album ‘Carnage’ – Listen Now!

February 25, 2021 XS Noize

Carnage is a new album by Nick Cave & Warren Ellis, recorded over a period of weeks during the lockdown. Although the pair have composed & recorded many soundtracks together, and Ellis is a long-term […]

YOUNG DECADES share visual for new single ‘Let You Down’
New Music

YOUNG DECADES share visual for new single ‘Let You Down’

February 25, 2021 XS Noize

Born from the ashes of several other musical projects, Young Decades sound like they’ve existed for years. In reality, they’ve only been making music together since April 2020. When the world shut down last year, […]

WOLF ALICE announce new album 'Blue Weekend' - Watch video for first single 'The Last Man on Earth' 1
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WOLF ALICE announce new album ‘Blue Weekend’ – Watch video for first single ‘The Last Man on Earth’

February 24, 2021 XS Noize

WOLF ALICE, one of Britain’s most revered bands and winner of the Mercury Prize 2018 for their last album Visions of a Life, have announced their highly anticipated third album, BLUE WEEKEND, due for release […]

PAUL MCCARTNEY Announces THE LYRICS: 1956 to the Present 1
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PAUL MCCARTNEY Announces THE LYRICS: 1956 to the Present

February 24, 2021 XS Noize

‘More often than I can count, I’ve been asked if I would write an autobiography, but the time has never been right. The one thing I’ve always managed to do, whether at home or on […]

TRICKY announces new "Fall To Pieces" remix EP with trentemøller remix of "Like A Stone"
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TRICKY announces new “Fall To Pieces” remix EP with trentemøller remix of “Like A Stone”

February 24, 2021 XS Noize

Last September, Tricky released his “most darkly moving music in years” (Pitchfork) & critically acclaimed album ‘Fall To Pieces’. Today, he announces a remix EP with contributions from trentemøller, Kahn, LA Timpa and Lafawndah. Four […]

SPIRITUALIZED announce 'The Spaceman Vinyl Reissue Program' Curated by J Spaceman 1
New Music

SPIRITUALIZED announce ‘The Spaceman Vinyl Reissue Program’ Curated by J Spaceman

February 24, 2021 XS Noize

Spiritualized and Fat Possum Records announce the first stage of The Spaceman Reissue Program: definitive vinyl releases of the first four Spiritualized albums. Curated by J Spaceman, the series will kick off April 23 with […]

J.L.G releases 'Lion Lady' his first song of the new year - Listen Now!
New Music

J.L.G releases ‘Lion Lady’ his first song of the new year – Listen Now!

February 24, 2021 XS Noize

J.L.G was established in 2019 In Miami, Florida by singer/songwriter Jordan Luigi Guadalupe. Blending elements of synth-pop, indie rock, and dance with storytelling and self-aware songwriting, J.L.G has a distinct, unique sound, ranging from 80’s […]

AMY MACDONALD shares video for new single 'Statues' - Watch Now!
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AMY MACDONALD shares video for new single ‘Statues’ – Watch Now!

February 24, 2021 XS Noize

Amy Macdonald continues to shine a light on her critically acclaimed Top 10 album ‘The Human Demands’ by sharing her new single ‘Statues’.  ‘Statues’ is one of the biggest moments on ‘The Human Demands’. Constantly […]

THE OFFSPRING release new single 'Let The Bad Times Roll', and announce brand new album for April 16th
New Music

THE OFFSPRING release new single ‘Let The Bad Times Roll’, and announce brand new album for April 16th

February 24, 2021 XS Noize

One of the best-selling punk rock bands of all time, THE OFFSPRING have set a release date for their first new album in almost a decade. The band’s tenth studio album Let The Bad Times […]

THE PHOENIX FOUNDATION share new single 'Beside Yourself' feat: Fazerdaze
New Music

THE PHOENIX FOUNDATION share new single ‘Beside Yourself’ feat: Fazerdaze

February 23, 2021 XS Noize

The role of collaboration was key to The Phoenix Foundation’s last record Friend Ship, with guest turns from fellow Kiwi’s Nadia Reid, Hollie Fullbrook (Tiny Ruins), Dave Dobbyn, Anita Clark and the New Zealand Symphony […]

DINOSAUR JR. announce new album 'Sweep It Into Space' - Hear lead single 'I Ran Away' 1
New Music

DINOSAUR JR. announce new album ‘Sweep It Into Space’ – Hear lead single ‘I Ran Away’

February 23, 2021 XS Noize

Dinosaur Jr. returns with Sweep It Into Space, their new album out April 23rd on Jagjaguwar, and a new single, ‘I Ran Away’. Sweep It Into Space is their first new collection of music since […]

DROPKICK MURPHYS announce new studio album 'Turn Up That Dial' - Hear new single 'Middle Finger' 1
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DROPKICK MURPHYS announce new studio album ‘Turn Up That Dial’ – Hear new single ‘Middle Finger’

February 23, 2021 XS Noize

Dropkick Murphys are preparing to release their 10th full-length studio album, Turn Up That Dial, on April 30 via band-owned Born & Bred Records. The album was produced by Ted Hutt and is available for […]

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