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        • Tricky
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          TRICKY announces new album ‘Different When It’s Silent’ and shares new single ‘Out Of Place’

          April 22, 2026

          The legendary artist and producer Tricky today announces his new album, Different When It’s Silent, out 17 July 2026 via False Idols. His 15th studio album and first full-length release under his own name in six […]

          Belfast TradFest
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          Belfast TradFest 2026 announces acclaimed line-up for week-long traditional music celebration

          April 22, 2026

          Belfast TradFest has unveiled an exceptional lineup of headline concerts for Summer 2026, bringing together some of the most influential, celebrated and exciting names in traditional music for a week-long festival of world-class performance. Taking […]

          Modest Mouse
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          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • 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
        • Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
          Podcast

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280

          April 14, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Carol Decker for a candid, funny and revealing conversation about T’Pau’s return with the new album Be Wonderful. You can watch […]

          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 […]

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WILLIE JONES shares video for his new single 'American Dream' - Watch Now!
New Music

WILLIE JONES shares video for his new single ‘American Dream’ – Watch Now!

January 18, 2021 XS Noize

Today, on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Willie Jones shares his poignant, powerful new song “American Dream.” Penned by Jones, Josh Logan and Jason Afable, who also produced the track, with additional production by Alex […]

ARCTIC LIGHTS to release The ‘Tabula Rasa EP’ on Friday, January 15th 1
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ARCTIC LIGHTS share the video for ‘King Of America’ from their ‘Tabula Rasa EP’

January 18, 2021 XS Noize

Arctic Lights unveil the video for ‘King Of America’ from their brilliant new ‘Tabula Rasa’ EP. Arctic Lights is a new music project from Liam O’Callaghan (Bulkhead) and Edward Butt (Emperor of Ice Cream). In […]

SLEEPER release their “lost” album ‘This Time Tomorrow’ 2
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SLEEPER release their “lost” album ‘This Time Tomorrow’

January 18, 2021 XS Noize

This January, Sleeper release their “lost” album, ‘This Time Tomorrow’. The band’s 5th full-length studio album, and technically a prequel, the ten tracks were recorded between 1999 and 2000 in North London and finished in […]

Iconic 80's Chicago House Label DJ INTERNATIONAL Relaunches With Anthony Thomas' 'Promised Land'
New Music

Iconic 80’s Chicago House Label DJ INTERNATIONAL Relaunches With Anthony Thomas’ ‘Promised Land’

January 15, 2021 XS Noize

DJ International is the iconic record label steeped in authenticity and dance music history. It was the label that introduced the world to Chicago House, birthing it and nurturing it in its infancy, releasing the […]

WILD YOUTH share video for new single 'Champagne Butterflies' - Watch Now!
New Music

WILD YOUTH share video for new single ‘Champagne Butterflies’ – Watch Now!

January 15, 2021 XS Noize

After a stellar 2020, Irish indie band Wild Youth kick-off 2021 with their massive pop banger “Champagne Butterflies”. With “Champagne Butterflies” mixing funk grooves, slick synth production and euphoric 80s flavours, the track’s utterly transcendent, […]

THE SAD SONG CO. releases new single ‘My Saccharine’
New Music

THE SAD SONG CO. releases new single ‘My Saccharine’

January 15, 2021 XS Noize

The Sad Song Company AKA Nigel Powell is pleased to reveal: ‘My Saccharine’. Extracted from his new solo album: ‘Saudade’ (set for release on 22 January 2021), the track offers the latest foretaste of his […]

JAKE BUGG shares Rudimental remix of 'All I Need' - Listen Now!
New Music

JAKE BUGG shares ‘All I Need (Franky Wah Remix)’

January 15, 2021 XS Noize

Following the release of his new single and cinematic short film All I Need, Jake Bugg has shared an alternate version of the track with a remix by Franky Wah, which follows the Rudimental remix […]

PASSENGER shares 'Sword from the Stone (Gingerbread Mix)' produced by Ed Sheeran 1
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PASSENGER shares ‘Sword from the Stone (Gingerbread Mix)’ produced by Ed Sheeran

January 15, 2021 XS Noize

Following the release of his acclaimed new album Songs For The Drunk And Broken Hearted, which was sitting comfortably at number 2 in the UK Official Charts midweek earlier this week, Passenger (Mike Rosenberg) now […]

JOHN GRANT shares video for brand new single ‘The Only Baby’ in response to what’s been happening in the US
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JOHN GRANT shares video for brand new single ‘The Only Baby’ in response to what’s been happening in the US

January 15, 2021 XS Noize

John Grant has shared a new track via his socials this morning, ‘The Only Baby’ in response to what’s been happening in the US. His pal Casey Raymond quickly assembled a lyric video for the […]

THUNDER release huge new single 'Going To Sin City' ahead of brand new album 'All The Right Noises' - Out 12th March
New Music

THUNDER release huge new single ‘Going To Sin City’ ahead of brand new album ‘All The Right Noises’ – Out 12th March

January 15, 2021 XS Noize

British rockers Thunder have released the brand new single ‘Going To Sin City’, the second taste of their upcoming 13th studio album ‘All The Right Noises’ out 12th March 2021 on BMG. The defiantly strutting […]

CAROLESDAUGHTER releases a striking music video for her explosive single 'Violent' - Watch Now!
New Music

CAROLESDAUGHTER releases a striking music video for her explosive single ‘Violent’ – Watch Now!

January 15, 2021 XS Noize

18-year-old alt-pop artist carolesdaughter, aka Thea Taylor, releases a striking music video for her explosive single, “Violent” today. The gothic-styled video was shot in a Victorian house in Los Angeles and follows a stunning lyric […]

THE ALARM's Mike Peters announces special 'LOVE HOPE STRENGTH BIG NIGHT IN' global online broadcast show for WORLD CANCER DAY 2
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THE ALARM’s Mike Peters announces special ‘LOVE HOPE STRENGTH BIG NIGHT IN’ global online broadcast show for WORLD CANCER DAY

January 14, 2021 XS Noize

As part of a worldwide day of action organised by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to reduce the global impact of cancer, Mike Peters of legendary Welsh rock band The Alarm’s Love Hope […]

GANG OF FOUR Tribute album includes covers by Helmet, IDLES, Flea/John Frusciante, The Sounds, Killing Joke, and more 2
New Music

GANG OF FOUR Tribute album includes covers by Helmet, IDLES, Flea/John Frusciante, The Sounds, Killing Joke, and more

January 14, 2021 XS Noize

This May sees the release of The Problem of Leisure: A Celebration of Andy Gill and Gang of Four, a double album of tracks written by Andy Gill and Gang of Four, all newly reinterpreted […]

Mötley Crüe kick off year-long 40th Anniversary celebrations
New Music

Mötley Crüe kick off year-long 40th Anniversary celebrations

January 14, 2021 XS Noize

Better Noise Music are honoured to announce the 40th Anniversary of the legendary Mötley Crüe. It was January 17th 1981 when Nikki Sixx first jammed with Tommy Lee and vocalist/guitarist Greg Leon. Leon left, Mick […]

STEREOLAB Announce 'Electronically Possessed' (Switched On Volume 4) - Out Feb 26th 1
New Music

STEREOLAB Announce ‘Electronically Possessed’ (Switched On Volume 4) – Out Feb 26th

January 14, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Stereolab announced the arrival of Electrically Possessed [Switched On Volume 4], the fourth addition to their Switched On series with single ‘Dimension M2’. This new volume will be released via Warp Records and Duophonic […]

FOO FIGHTERS celebrate Dave Grohl's birthday with new track 'Waiting on a War'
New Music

FOO FIGHTERS celebrate Dave Grohl’s birthday with new track ‘Waiting on a War’

January 14, 2021 XS Noize

Hot on the heels of “No Son of Mine,” Foo Fighters unleash another dose of Medicine at Midnight in the form of “Waiting on a War.” In stark contrast to the bludgeoning “final f*ck you […]

TOM FURSE (The Horrors) shares a special self-made video for new single ‘A Journey In Ecstasy’
New Music

TOM FURSE (The Horrors) shares a special self-made video for new single ‘A Journey In Ecstasy’

January 14, 2021 XS Noize

Following the announcement of a new album on Lo Recordings early next year, The Horrors’ co-founder and synthesist, Tom Furse shares a special self-made video for the lead single. ‘A Journey In Ecstasy’ was recorded, […]

PRINCESS GOES TO THE BUTTERFLY MUSEUM share video for new single 'Armageddon Suite'
New Music

PRINCESS GOES TO THE BUTTERFLY MUSEUM share video for new single ‘Armageddon Suite’

January 14, 2021 XS Noize

Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum have released “Armageddon Suite,” the third track from their forthcoming debut album, THANKS FOR COMING. “‘Armageddon Suite’ is about having a more heightened romantic sense facilitated by the world […]

PSYCHEDELIC PORN CRUMPETS release new single "Pukebox" from forthcoming album 'SHYGA! The Sunlight Mound' out Feb 5th 1
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PSYCHEDELIC PORN CRUMPETS release new single “Pukebox” from forthcoming album ‘SHYGA! The Sunlight Mound’ out Feb 5th

January 13, 2021 XS Noize

Brand new year, brand new Psychedelic Porn Crumpets! Hectic and relentless in pure unadulterated Psychedelic Porn Crumpets fashion, “Pukebox” is one ride that fans will want to be on as brighter horizons look promising for […]

PALE WAVES share video for new single 'Easy' - Watch Now! 1
New Music

PALE WAVES share video for new single ‘Easy’ – Watch Now!

January 13, 2021 XS Noize

PALE WAVES kick-off 2021 with new single EASY, premiered on BBC Radio One as Annie Mac’s Hottest Record in the World, and the third track to be taken from the band’s forthcoming second album WHO […]

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