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        • Brian Fallon
          News

          Brian Fallon Announces New Album ‘Not Bad For New Jersey’ And Shares New Single ‘Pearls’

          June 10, 2026

          Brian Fallon has announced details of his eagerly awaited new album, Not Bad For New Jersey, set for release via his own Lesser Known Records on Thursday, September 10, 2026, digitally, with the physical release […]

          Interpol
          News

          Interpol return with new album ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’ and share two new tracks

          June 9, 2026

          Interpol have announced their new album This Mirror Weighs a Ton, their first in four years and debut for Partisan Records, arriving August 28. Alongside the announcement, the band share the two opening tracks, the […]

          Placebo
          News

          Placebo release re:created version of iconic single ‘Nancy Boy’

          June 5, 2026

          Placebo release the newly reworked version of “Nancy Boy” alongside a new visualiser for the single. This is the final single to be shared ahead of their forthcoming new album Placebo RE:CREATED, set for release […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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

          LIVE REVIEW: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall

          June 4, 2026

          On May 30th, legendary Scottish musician and songwriter Midge Ure brought a nostalgic, polished and deeply enjoyable show to Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall. The all-seated theatre was packed well before Ure and his band arrived […]

          Lone Assembly
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Lone Assembly bring dark synthpop and post-punk atmosphere to London’s MOTH Club

          May 27, 2026

          When a proposed property development threatened the future of the 300-capacity MOTH Club, the support to save it far exceeded the venue’s maximum attendance. Around 30,000 people signed a petition to protect the much-loved Hackney […]

        • 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
        • 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 […]

          robert arkins - the commitments
          Podcast

          Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film | XS Noize Podcast #286

          May 25, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker’s classic 1991 film The Commitments. Robert joins Mark for […]

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Hard-Fi celebrate the 20th anniversary of their landmark debut ‘Stars Of CCTV’ with a limited edition LP and CD, available July 4th

April 3, 2025 XS Noize

British four-piece Hard-Fi mark the 20th anniversary of their era-defining debut album, Stars Of CCTV, with a limited edition yellow gatefold 2-LP vinyl and 2-CD release—out 4th July. This collection celebrates the record that transformed four working-class […]

Culture Wars
News

Culture Wars pen angry letter on Rock N’ Roll belter ‘Typical Ways’

April 3, 2025 XS Noize

Austin-based band Culture Wars have shared their shout-from-the-rooftops single “Typical Ways,” available to stream now on all DSPs worldwide. Vocalist Alex Dugan wrote the song as an angry letter to himself – its explosive, belt-worthy […]

Public Enemy
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Public Enemy to Play Exclusive One-Off UK Show at Royal Albert Hall – June 27, 2025

April 3, 2025 XS Noize

Iconic hip-hop legends Public Enemy announce a once-in-a-lifetime evening at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall on June 27th, 2025. This historic event for British fans will mark their first UK performance in almost a decade. […]

Wet Leg
News

Wet Leg announce second album ‘moisturizer’ & unveil new single ‘catch these fists’

April 2, 2025 XS Noize

Wet Leg – the Isle of Wight five-piece founded by Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers – have announced their eagerly anticipated second album moisturizer will be released on July 11th. Joined by Ellis Durand (bass), […]

Wallows
News

Wallows Bring ‘Model & More Tour’ to Belfast’s Custom House Square on August 18th

April 1, 2025 XS Noize

US rock band Wallows are bringing their Model & More Tour to Belfast’s Custom House Square on Monday 18th August 2025. Wallows (composed of Dylan Minnette, Braeden Lemasters, and Cole Preston) returned in 2024 with […]

Brian Jonestown Massacre
News

Brian Jonestown Massacre Drop New 10″ Red Vinyl Single ‘Makes Me Great Again / Out Of Body’ – Out April 25

April 1, 2025 XS Noize

THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE will release ‘Makes Me Great / Out Of Body’ on red transparent 10” vinyl on the 25th of April on Anton Newcombe’s record label A Recordings. Following a hugely successful UK […]

John Grant
News

John Grant to Perform at Belfast’s Mandela Hall on Friday, October 3, 2025

April 1, 2025 XS Noize

A Top 10 UK chart entry for his 2021 album Boy From Michigan followed by some of the very best reviews of his career for 2024’s The Art Of The Lie confirm that John Grant […]

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
News

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard Announce Unique Rave-Orchestra EU/UK Tour for Late 2025

April 1, 2025 XS Noize

A dual-headed tour that effortlessly skips between rave sets and shows accompanied by some of Europe’s most acclaimed orchestras and sinfonias? There’s possibly only one band in the world capable of pulling that off, and […]

CALIFORNIA IRISH
News

Belfast Band CALIFORNIA IRISH, Featuring Cormac Neeson, Releases Debut Single ‘Big Questions’ – Out Now!

March 28, 2025 XS Noize

CALIFORNIA IRISH is the new band featuring The Answer’s Cormac Neeson. The band tips its hat to the wonderfully melodic and free-spirited sound of 60s America, a sound that reaches back into a gentler, more […]

Tide Lines
News

Tide Lines Unveil New Single ‘Better Days’ from Upcoming Album ‘Glasgow Love Story’

March 28, 2025 XS Noize

Tide Lines are making a bigger impact than ever before as they build towards the April 25th release of their highly anticipated new album ‘Glasgow Love Story’. Their recent double A-side single ‘By The Quayside’ […]

my bloody valentine
Gigs

my bloody valentine announce first UK headline tour in over a decade

March 28, 2025 XS Noize

My Bloody Valentine announce their long-awaited return to the UK with three headline shows this November, following the instantaneous sell-out of their Dublin 3Arena concert. The tour kicks off in Manchester, followed by a show […]

B-Movie
News

B-Movie Unearth Long-Lost 1982 Album ‘Hidden Treasures’ After Four Decades in the Vaults

March 28, 2025 XS Noize

In May 1981 B-Movie and Soft Cell went into Advision Studios in London with the same producer, Mike Thorne (Wire, Bronski Beat, China Crisis, The Communards) to record singles for the label they were both […]

Scratch My Progress
News

Oh Yeah Music Centre Releases ‘Scratch My Progress’ EP, Showcasing Rising Irish Talent

March 27, 2025 XS Noize

Belfast music hub, the Oh Yeah Music Centre, announces the release of this year’s showcase EP from its annual talent development programme – Scratch My Progress. The release features brand new tracks from five of […]

Consolers
News

Alt-rock five-piece Consolers unleash powerful debut single ‘Inhale’

March 27, 2025 XS Noize

“Inhale” is the debut single from alt-rock five-piece Consolers—a high-energy rocker packed with infectious vocal hooks and melodic guitar lines. It’s a bold introduction to a band with big ambitions. Now available to stream, “Inhale” […]

SLEEPER
News

SLEEPER Announce ‘The Inbetweener Tour’ Live at Limelight, Belfast

March 26, 2025 XS Noize

Sleeper enjoyed huge critical and commercial success in the mid-90s, achieving 8 Top 40 singles across 3 Top 10 albums with well over 1,000,000 sales. They garnered front covers across the music press and appeared […]

Starsailor Announce Headline Show at Belfast’s Limelight to Celebrate 25th Anniversary
Gigs

Starsailor Announce Headline Show at Belfast’s Limelight to Celebrate 25th Anniversary

March 26, 2025 XS Noize

Since debuting in 2000, Starsailor’s storied history has taken in countless memorable moments, from two #2hit albums with ‘Love Is Here’ and ‘Silence Is Easy’ through to a run of hit singles including ‘Silence Is […]

EMERGE Music Festival
Gigs

Ireland’s Largest Electronic Music Festival, EMERGE, Reveals Stage Breakdown & Day Ticket Details

March 25, 2025 XS Noize

Following a huge SOLD-OUT weekend in 2024, EMERGE, Ireland’s biggest Electronic Music Festival, is set to return in 2025 at Boucher Road Playing Fields, August Bank Holiday weekend – promising an unparalleled experience with their […]

The Wombats
News

The Wombats Announce Tour Dates for Belfast and Dublin

March 25, 2025 XS Noize

The Wombats announce a string of new UK & IE tour dates, taking place in December later this year. This comes after the band released their sixth studio album last month, Oh! The Ocean, via AWAL Recordings. Their […]

Andy Bell
Gigs

Erasure’s Andy Bell Unveils New Track ‘Dance For Mercy’ Ahead of UK & European Tour Announcement

March 19, 2025 XS Noize

Andy Bell has today shared a brand new track, ‘Dance For Mercy’, the latest from his forthcoming solo album, Ten Crowns. The album coincides with a spring 2025 tour – beginning on 1 May in York, […]

Rend Collective
Gigs

Rend Collective to Headline SSE Arena, Belfast on Friday, September 12, 2025

March 18, 2025 XS Noize

Rend Collective are back at the SSE Arena, fresh from the US leg of their FOLK! Tour! The evening promises to be an investment in joy as they sing songs new and old alike in […]

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