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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
          News

          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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MILLTOWN BROTHERS Announce new album - Hear new single ‘Stockholm’ Now
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MILLTOWN BROTHERS Announce new album – Hear new single ‘Stockholm’ Now

July 21, 2020 XS Noize

Prior to the release of a new album, the Milltown Brothers have announced that they will share a new single on Stanley Records on the 24th of July 2020. ‘Stockholm’, recorded recently in their hometown […]

FONTAINES D.C. Announce first ever performance of new album 'A Hero's Death' in full
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FONTAINES D.C. Announce first ever performance of new album ‘A Hero’s Death’ in full

July 21, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Fontaines D.C. are announcing a very special album release show in support of their highly anticipated new offering A Hero’s Death. Filmed by Collective Dublin and captured within 2FM Radio’s studio in Montrose, Dublin – […]

I BREAK HORSES shares live session recording + video of 'I Live At Night' - Watch Now
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I BREAK HORSES shares live session recording + video of ‘I Live At Night’ – Watch Now

July 20, 2020 XS Noize

Having released her new album Warnings on May 8th via Bella Union, I Break Horses today shares a live video performance for “I Live At Night”, which is also now available digitally on streaming platforms. […]

Foals’ frontman YANNIS PHILIPPAKIS directs and features in CAMELPHAT collaboration ‘Hypercolour’
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Foals’ frontman YANNIS PHILIPPAKIS directs and features in CAMELPHAT collaboration ‘Hypercolour’

July 17, 2020 XS Noize

Multi-platinum producers Camelphat and Foals’ frontman Yannis Philippakis have released the visual for their latest collaboration ‘Hypercolour’. A visual manifestation of the track’s theme ‘hypercolour’, the psychedelic video has been directed by Yannis Philippakis along […]

THE CORONAS share new single ‘Light Me Up' - Listen Now
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THE CORONAS share new single ‘Light Me Up’ – Listen Now

July 17, 2020 XS Noize

Irish pop-rock band The Coronas release their new single ‘Light Me Up’ on July 17th 2020, the latest song to be revealed from their hotly anticipated new album ‘True Love Waits’, released on 31st July. […]

STONE FOUNDATION announce new album ‘Is Love Enough?’ - Listen to first single 'Deeper Love' featuring PAUL WELLER
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STONE FOUNDATION announce new album ‘Is Love Enough?’ – Listen to first single ‘Deeper Love’ featuring PAUL WELLER

July 17, 2020 XS Noize

The 8-piece Midlands-based Soul band, Stone Foundation will release the stunning ‘Is Love Enough?’ album on 11th September 2020 through 100 Percent Records. The album will be preceded by the track ‘Deeper Love’, which features […]

THE CORAL's Ian Skelly seeks out sunny melancholy with JOKERMAN - Listen Now
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THE CORAL’s Ian Skelly seeks out sunny melancholy with JOKERMAN – Listen Now

July 17, 2020 XS Noize

A plea for salvation sung through a sunny smile, Jokerman is the second, upbeat summer single to be released from Ian Skelly’s forthcoming album, Drifters Skyline. Promising to open the door to a bright world […]

HAPPY MONDAYS share 'Hallelujah (Ewan Pearson Remixes)' plus new animated video - Watch Now
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HAPPY MONDAYS share ‘Hallelujah (Ewan Pearson Remixes)’ plus new animated video – Watch Now

July 17, 2020 XS Noize

How do you tackle a British classic with a remix that’s already ingrained the culture of the last 30 years? Ewan Pearson new take on Happy Monday’s ‘Hallelujah’ sounds fresh from bringing Kirsty MacColl’s backing […]

LEE ROGERS shares new single ‘Silent Song’ - Listen Now
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LEE ROGERS shares new single ‘Silent Song’ – Listen Now

July 17, 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 […]

Listen to previously unheard PRINCE song - 'I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man' (1979 Version)
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Listen to previously unheard PRINCE song – ‘I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man’ (1979 Version)

July 17, 2020 XS Noize

Today, The Prince Estate in partnership with Warner Records, releases “I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man (1979 Version),” a previously unheard recording from Prince’s legendary vault that will be featured on the […]

WILLIAM SHATNER joins CANNED HEAT on new version of 'LET’S WORK TOGETHER!' - Listen Now
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WILLIAM SHATNER joins CANNED HEAT on new version of ‘LET’S WORK TOGETHER!’ – Listen Now

July 16, 2020 XS Noize

In 1969, songwriter and recording artist Wilbert Harrison released “Let’s Work Together” amidst unprecedented social strife and racial tensions in America. The song was a clarion call to “every boy, girl, woman and man” to […]

Leeds locals JABBAWOKI announce their debut EP 'Something's Cookin' - Out 4th September
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Leeds locals JABBAWOKI announce their debut EP ‘Something’s Cookin’ – Out 4th September

July 16, 2020 XS Noize

Something’s Cookin’ is the much-anticipated debut EP from Leeds locals Jabbawoki. The genre-melding EP features the single ‘Unkle Funkle’ which was released on the 22nd of May. A blend of Indie, Hip Hop and Funk, […]

TIM BURGESS announces headline Belfast show at the Ulster Sports Club, Belfast on Wednesday 14th April 2021 1
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TIM BURGESS announces headline Belfast show at the Ulster Sports Club, Belfast on Wednesday 14th April 2021

July 16, 2020 XS Noize

Charlatans frontman, Tim Burgess is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Sports Club, Belfast on Wednesday 14th April 2021. Tim recently released his new solo record ‘I Love The New Sky’, […]

ED HARCOURT announces details of new album & shares video - Watch Now 1
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ED HARCOURT announces details of new album & shares video – Watch Now

July 16, 2020 XS Noize

Ed Harcourt has announced details of Monochrome To Colour, his ninth studio album, released on Friday, September 18th 2020 on Point Of Departure, his second release for the label following 2018’s Beyond The End. A […]

TRAVIS release new track 'Valentine' from forthcoming album '10 Songs'
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TRAVIS release Fran Healy directed video for new track ‘Valentine’ – Watch Now

July 15, 2020 XS Noize

Following the release of the animated video for “A Ghost”, frontman Fran Healy has returned to the director’s chair with the video for Travis ’ new track, “Valentine”. The track is the third from their […]

JAMES DEAN BRADFIELD shares new video for 'The Boy From The Plantation'
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JAMES DEAN BRADFIELD shares new video for ‘The Boy From The Plantation’

July 15, 2020 XS Noize

Directed by longtime Manic Street Preachers collaborator Kieran Evans, the video features James in Wales alongside archive footage sourced specifically for the video. Kieran Evans: says of the video: “James and I have been collaborating […]

BEABADOOBEE returns with new single ‘Care’ - Watch video
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BEABADOOBEE returns with new single ‘Care’ – Watch video

July 15, 2020 XS Noize

Indisputably one of the most exciting breakthrough artists of the past year, Beabadoobee shares her brand new single ‘Care’, her first since her BRITs 2020 Rising Star Award nomination and BBC Sound Of nod and […]

SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR announces 'Kitchen Disco Tour' and new album 'Songs From The Kitchen Disco'
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SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR announces ‘Kitchen Disco Tour’ and new album ‘Songs From The Kitchen Disco’

July 15, 2020 XS Noize

Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s Instagram Live Kitchen Disco’s during the Covid-19 lockdown were a means of virtual escapism for many and became weekly moments of united sequined catharsis for the hundreds of thousands tuning in. Now as […]

LIAM GALLAGHER reschedules Belfast Vital show to Ormeau Park on 30th June 2021 1
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LIAM GALLAGHER reschedules Belfast Vital show to Ormeau Park on 30th June 2021

July 15, 2020 XS Noize

Liam Gallagher has confirmed a rescheduled date for his Belfast Vital show. His show on 19th August 2020 is now rescheduled to 30th June 2021 at Ormeau Park and IDLES confirmed as guests. Remaining tickets […]

THE WATERBOYS release new single - Listen to 'The Soul Singer' Now 1
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THE WATERBOYS release new single – Listen to ‘The Soul Singer’ Now

July 15, 2020 XS Noize

The Waterboys release their brand new single ‘The Soul Singer’ today accompanied by a vibrantly psychedelic video. The single premiered on the Radio 2 Breakfast Show and is the second taste of their highly anticipated […]

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