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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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BABYBIRD Announces new album 'King Of Nothing' - Out 22nd September 2020
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BABYBIRD Announces new album ‘King Of Nothing’ – Out 22nd September 2020

July 28, 2020 XS Noize

The name BABYBIRD resulted from a walk with a good friend in the countryside near Sheffield. Stephen Jones was on the dole, producing 400 songs in his bedroom on a four-track recorder. No money, Jones […]

Australian multi-instrumentalist four-piece MILDLIFE reveal their new single ‘Vapour’ - Listen Now
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Australian multi-instrumentalist four-piece MILDLIFE reveal their new single ‘Vapour’ – Listen Now

July 28, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Australian multi-instrumentalist four-piece Mildlife reveal their new single, ‘Vapour’, the second to be taken from their forthcoming second album Automatic, due for release 18 September via Heavenly Recordings. Conjuring memories of pre-isolation, carefree dance […]

THE PSYCHEDELIC FURS Announce seven UK shows for April and May 2021
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THE PSYCHEDELIC FURS Announce seven UK shows for April and May 2021

July 28, 2020 XS Noize

To celebrate the release of The Psychedelic Furs critically acclaimed new album Made Of Rain, released through Cooking Vinyl this Friday (31st July), the band have announced seven UK shows for April and May 2021 […]

LEE ROGERS shares animated video for new single 'Silent Song' - Watch Now
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LEE ROGERS shares animated video for new single ‘Silent Song’ – Watch Now

July 27, 2020 XS Noize

Lee Rogers began his career writing music and performing in his native Northern Ireland seven nights a week until he signed a recording and publishing deal with Cambridge based record label Zenith Café. Lee’s debut […]

LEVELLERS share video for new track ‘Our Future’ - Watch Now
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LEVELLERS share video for new track ‘Our Future’ – Watch Now

July 27, 2020 XS Noize

The Levellers have released the latest track, ‘Our Future’, which is taken from their upcoming studio album Peace and will be released on the 14th August via On The Fiddle Recordings. An amalgamation of three […]

GABRIELLE will bring the Rise Again Tour 2020 to The Olympia Theatre on 27 November
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GABRIELLE has confirmed rescheduled dates for her Dublin and Belfast shows

July 27, 2020 XS Noize

Gabrielle has confirmed rescheduled dates for her Dublin and Belfast shows, due to restrictions regarding COVID-19. 27 November 2020 Olympia Theatre will now take place on 03 November 2021 28 November 2020 Olympia Theatre will […]

DOVES announce new album 'The Universal Want' - Hear first single 'Prisoners' now! 1
Gigs

DOVES Announce 13 date UK tour in 2021 & share The Comet Is Coming Remix of Carousels

July 27, 2020 XS Noize

Doves are going on tour! An emotional homecoming at Manchester’s O2 Apollo, a return to London’s O2 Academy Brixton and a night at Glasgow’s Barrowland Ballroom feature in the 13-date jaunt, with the band hitting […]

KATIE MELUA announces new LP 'Album No. 8'- Hear new single 'A Love Like That' 1
New Music

KATIE MELUA releases ‘Airtime’ from forthcoming album No. 8 – Watch Video

July 24, 2020 XS Noize

Following last month’s announcement of her new album Album No. 8, acclaimed Georgian-British singer-songwriter Katie Melua has released a second track from that stunning new LP. “I think we’ve given love too much airtime,” Melua […]

MATTHEW HOLLAND & ALL THE KING’S MEN share video for new single 'Love' - Watch Now
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MATTHEW HOLLAND & ALL THE KING’S MEN share video for new single ‘Love’ – Watch Now

July 24, 2020 XS Noize

‘LOVE’ is the new single and video from Matthew Holland and All The King’s Men. Recorded & produced by Dean Glover, the track is available on all streaming platforms now, alongside a music video filmed […]

EMMA HORAN releases new single ‘Over You’ - Listen Now
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EMMA HORAN releases new single ‘Over You’ – Listen Now

July 24, 2020 XS Noize

Irish artist Emma Horan is pleased to announce the release of her next single, ‘Over You’’. The single is the second in a series of new releases in 2020 and follows on from Emma’s previous […]

Belfast-based rock band MASK release brand new track 'Shakin' Love' - Listen Now 2
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Belfast-based rock band MASK release brand new track ‘Shakin’ Love’ – Listen Now

July 24, 2020 XS Noize

Belfast-based Rock Combo MASK is kicking the doors down in this “post-lock-down” world with their brand new track – ‘Shakin’ Love’! Band frontman and songsmith “H” Humphrey takes himself off to the deepest, darkest jungle […]

THE WATERBOYS release new song 'Low Down In The Broom' - Watch Video
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THE WATERBOYS release new song ‘Low Down In The Broom’ – Watch Video

July 24, 2020 XS Noize

The Waterboys follow the recent release of their current upbeat pop single ‘The Soul Singer’ with the gorgeous counterpoint of ‘Low Down In The Broom’. It is accompanied by a mysterious and atmospheric video that […]

TAYLOR SWIFT releases 'folklore' album today
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TAYLOR SWIFT releases ‘folklore’ album today

July 24, 2020 XS Noize

Most of the things Taylor Swift had planned for the summer of 2020 didn’t end up happening but…there was something magical that did happen, the surprise release of her 8th studio album, folklore. “Before this year I probably would’ve […]

ANOTHER SKY release ‘All Ends’ from their upcoming debut album ‘I Slept On The Floor’ 2
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ANOTHER SKY release ‘All Ends’ from their upcoming debut album ‘I Slept On The Floor’

July 23, 2020 XS Noize

Another Sky have released ‘All Ends’, taken from their upcoming debut album ‘I Slept On The Floor’, due for release on 7th August via Fiction Records. Vocalist and lyricist Catrin Vincent had to say on […]

UB40 Featuring ALI CAMPBELL & ASTRO Announce 3Arena Dublin show on Saturday 17th April 2021 1
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UB40 Featuring ALI CAMPBELL & ASTRO Announce 3Arena Dublin show on Saturday 17th April 2021

July 23, 2020 XS Noize

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell & Astro have announced a run of shows for 2021 – ‘The Unprecedented Tour’ – which will call at some of the biggest venues in across the UK and Ireland, including […]

KYLIE Announces new album ‘DISCO’ - Hear new track ‘Say Something’
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KYLIE Announces new album ‘DISCO’ – Hear new track ‘Say Something’

July 23, 2020 XS Noize

Kylie Minogue’s new album ‘DISCO’ will be released on November 6 this year. The new single, ‘Say Something’, is the first track to be released from what is Kylie’s 15th studio album. Produced by long-time […]

HEAVY SALAD share fuzzy psych single 'The Wish' - Listen Now
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HEAVY SALAD share fuzzy psych single ‘The Wish’ – Listen Now

July 22, 2020 XS Noize

After working with Dean Honer (The Moonlandingz, I Monster / International Teachers of Pop) and Working Men’s Club offshoot Minsky Rock on their last release, HEAVY SALAD are back with their brand new single, ‘The […]

CATHERINE ANNE DAVIES & BERNARD BUTLER Announce new album 'In Memory Of My Feelings' - Out September 18th 1
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CATHERINE ANNE DAVIES & BERNARD BUTLER Announce new album ‘In Memory Of My Feelings’ – Out September 18th

July 22, 2020 XS Noize

Needle Mythology, the label founded by music writer, author and broadcaster Pete Paphides, is proud to announce the very first release of brand new music on the label. Released on September 18th, In ‘Memory Of […]

THE ROLLING STONES release previously unheard track 'Scarlet' feat JIMMY PAGE 2
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THE ROLLING STONES release previously unheard track ‘Scarlet’ feat JIMMY PAGE

July 22, 2020 XS Noize

The Rolling Stones today release previously unheard and never before released “Scarlet”, a track recorded by the Stones in October 1974 featuring Jimmy Page and Rick Grech. The previously unreleased track follows the huge success and acclaim […]

MANSUN Announce ‘Closed For Business’ 25th anniversary deluxe box set - Out 27th November 2020 1
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MANSUN Announce ‘Closed For Business’ 25th anniversary deluxe box set – Out 27th November 2020

July 21, 2020 XS Noize

To mark the 25th anniversary of the band, Mansun has announced details of a comprehensive 25 disc deluxe box set which collects together everything they ever recorded. Released on Friday 27th November 2020 on KScope, […]

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