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        • 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 […]

          Beck
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          BECK Announces Tour Following Surprise New Single ‘Ride Lonesome’

          April 21, 2026

          Yesterday, eight-time GRAMMY winner Beck unveiled the stunning new surprise single, “Ride Lonesome.” Today, Beck follows that hypnotically sublime ballad with the announcement of the Ride Lonesome Tour, a 25-date trek stopping at some of […]

          future islands
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          Future Islands share ‘The Ink Well’ and ‘One Day’

          April 21, 2026

          Over the past twenty years, Future Islands have travelled a rare arc — from promising newcomers to something closer to a best-kept secret, from cult favourites to a band that has quietly endured. Rather than […]

  • 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
        • 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 […]

          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, […]

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MARK LANEGAN & IYEARA share 'She Loved You' Remix - Listen Now 1
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MARK LANEGAN & IYEARA share ‘She Loved You’ Remix – Listen Now

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

Mark Lanegan and darkwave band IYEARA have released single She Loved You. The single is taken from a remix of Mark’s entire 2019 album Somebody’s Knocking, retitled and reimagined as ‘Another Knock At The Door’ […]

ALANIS MORISSETTE shares the video for 'Ablaze' - Watch Now
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ALANIS MORISSETTE shares the video for ‘Ablaze’ – Watch Now

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

Today, seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alanis Morissette debuted the video for “Ablaze”. The video was directed by Erin Elders and features at home moments with her family. The song comes off her ninth studio album, […]

BEAR's DEN and PAUL FRITH share re-worked 'Napoleon' single and video - Watch Now
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BEAR’s DEN and PAUL FRITH share re-worked ‘Napoleon’ single and video – Watch Now

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

Today Bear’s Den + Paul Frith share the reimagined track ‘Napoleon’ from their upcoming record, ‘Fragments’. Listen and watch the accompanying video below. The newly released recording of ‘Napoleon’ has been completely re-worked by British […]

THE WATERBOYS release new song 'Postcard From The Celtic Dreamtime' - Listen Now
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THE WATERBOYS release new song ‘Postcard From The Celtic Dreamtime’ – Listen Now

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

The Waterboys have revealed another brand new track, the hauntingly atmospheric ‘Postcard From The Celtic Dreamtime’. Showcasing the spoken word nature of the second half of new album Good Luck, Seeker, the lyrics describe an […]

GUNS N' ROSES announce rescheduled date for Marlay Park, Dublin show 1
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GUNS N’ ROSES announce rescheduled date for Marlay Park, Dublin show

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

Guns N’ Roses’ 2020 summer tour dates have now been rescheduled to 22nd June 2021 at Marlay Park, Dublin. All tickets remain valid and will be honoured for new dates. The band says “Hey Gunners, […]

JAMES DEAN BRADFIELD announces INSPIRED BY JARA a three-part podcast series
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JAMES DEAN BRADFIELD announces INSPIRED BY JARA a three-part podcast series

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

JAMES DEAN BRADFIELD’s forthcoming album EVEN IN EXILE will be accompanied by a three-part podcast series. INSPIRED BY JARA delves into the world of Chilean musician and activist Victor Jara and his enduring cultural influence […]

MARSICANS announce new UK tour dates for 2021
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MARSICANS announce new UK tour dates for 2021

August 4, 2020 XS Noize

With their highly anticipated debut album ‘Ursa Major’ landing on August 14th through Killing Moon Records, Leeds’ indie-rock heroes Marsicans have now confirmed the rescheduled dates for their upcoming UK tour. While the coronavirus pandemic […]

TAYLOR SWIFT makes history on Billboard charts
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TAYLOR SWIFT makes history on Billboard charts

August 4, 2020 XS Noize

Taylor Swift’s spectacular run last week continues this week with Billboard’s Hot 100 chart announcement. folklore, her 5-star album, debuts at #1 on the Billboard 200 this week and her single “cardigan” lands at #1 […]

STEVE MASON to play King Biscuit Time album ‘Black Gold’ in its entirety on extensive UK tour
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STEVE MASON to play King Biscuit Time album ‘Black Gold’ in its entirety on extensive UK tour

August 3, 2020 XS Noize

The Peoples Choice, Steve Mason, has announced details of an extensive and opulent UK tour in the spring of 2021 on which he will be performing his King Biscuit Time album Black Gold in its […]

SEMISONIC Release new song 'All It Would Take' from You’re Not Alone EP out September 18th
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SEMISONIC Release new song ‘All It Would Take’ from You’re Not Alone EP out September 18th

July 31, 2020 XS Noize

Today, the Twin Cities-based trio Semisonic released a new song “All It Would Take” from their forthcoming EP You’re Not Alone out September 18 via Pleasuresonic Recordings/Megaforce Records. The song follows “You’re Not Alone,” the […]

RÓISÍN MURPHY Announces new album 'Róisín Machine' - Hear new single 'Something More' 2
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RÓISÍN MURPHY Announces new album ‘Róisín Machine’ – Hear new single ‘Something More’

July 31, 2020 XS Noize

Today Róisín Murphy shares full details of her highly anticipated new album, the fabulously titled “Róisín Machine”. Her first full-length project since 2015’s Mercury Nominated “Hairless Toys” and 2016’s equally revered “Take Her Up To […]

Scottish pop trio VISTAS announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday, March 16th 2021 1
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Scottish pop trio VISTAS announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday, March 16th 2021

July 31, 2020 XS Noize

Scottish pop trio Vistas are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday, March 16th 2021. The new full-length debut album ‘Everything Changes In The End’ was released in May of this […]

MOBY unveils animated video for 'My Only Love' - Watch Now
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MOBY unveils animated video for ‘My Only Love’ – Watch Now

July 30, 2020 XS Noize

Moby today shares a new animated video for “My Only Love,” the latest single from his recently released album, All Visible Objects. The video, created by the Brazilian animation studio Zombie through BlinkInk in London, […]

Celebrating the release of 'True Love Waits' THE CORONAS will be visiting a town near you! 1
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Celebrating the release of ‘True Love Waits’ THE CORONAS will be visiting a town near you!

July 30, 2020 XS Noize

This August Bank Holiday weekend The Coronas hit the road on a mini-tour with a twist to sign copies of their upcoming album. True Love Waits is released on 31st July and to celebrate the […]

R.E.M. to premiere broadcast of legendary Glastonbury performance
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R.E.M. to premiere broadcast of legendary Glastonbury performance

July 30, 2020 XS Noize

Continuing celebrations around the 50th anniversary of Glastonbury Festival this year, R.E.M.’s historic headline set from the Pyramid Stage in 1999 will be released globally next Thursday (August 6). Fans can tune in for the […]

SNOW PATROL and the SATURDAY SONGWRITERS release The Fireside Sessions EP on August 21st 1
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SNOW PATROL and the SATURDAY SONGWRITERS release The Fireside Sessions EP on August 21st

July 30, 2020 XS Noize

Snow Patrol have announced details of a brand-new EP. Written and recorded during lockdown, The Fireside Sessions will be released on 21st August and is made up of five songs written with the band’s fans […]

ROACHFORD unveils new single 'Gonna Be the One' - Listen Now 1
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ROACHFORD unveils new single ‘Gonna Be the One’ – Listen Now

July 29, 2020 XS Noize

Revered British singer, songwriter and musician ANDREW ROACHFORD releases GONNA BE THE ONE from his forthcoming album TWICE IN A LIFETIME. The single coincides with the announcement that the ROACHFORD UK tour will now take […]

ST LUNDI unveils video for new single 'Heavy Words' - Watch Now
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ST LUNDI unveils video for new single ‘Heavy Words’ – Watch Now

July 29, 2020 XS Noize

Following on from the release of his highly-praised debut EP ‘Heavy Words’, which arrived at the end of July, 23-year-old troubadour Archie Langley aka St Lundi has now returned to deliver the official video for […]

THE LEMON TWIGS release new single 'No One Holds You (Closer Than The One You Haven't Met)' 2
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THE LEMON TWIGS release new single ‘No One Holds You (Closer Than The One You Haven’t Met)’

July 28, 2020 XS Noize

The Lemon Twigs offer another taste of their upcoming album, Songs For The General Public, with the fourth single ‘No One Holds You (Closer Than The One You Haven’t Met)’. Released today, the barnstorming 3-minute […]

ALEX KAPRANOS & CLARA LUCIANI share cover of Nancy Sinatra & Lee Hazelwood’s 'Summer Wine' - Watch Video
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ALEX KAPRANOS & CLARA LUCIANI share cover of Nancy Sinatra & Lee Hazelwood’s ‘Summer Wine’ – Watch Video

July 28, 2020 XS Noize

Franz Ferdinand’s Alex Kapranos and acclaimed French chanteuse Clara Luciani have teamed up to cover Nancy Sinatra & Lee Hazlewood’s “Summer Wine.” Sung in English and French, it was recorded and mixed between Alex’s studio […]

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