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        • Enter Shikari
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          Enter Shikari Announce Belfast Show At The Telegraph Building

          June 24, 2026

          Enter Shikari will bring their Lose Your Self Tour to The Telegraph Building, Belfast, on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. The St Albans band will be joined on the night by Girlfriend. Tickets go on sale […]

          Duran Duran
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          Duran Duran Announce ‘Free To Love’ Remix Album Featuring Trixie Mattel

          June 23, 2026

          Duran Duran have announced Free To Love: Hot Star Remixes, a new remix collection built around their recent single “Free To Love,” featuring Nile Rodgers. The remix album will be released digitally across streaming platforms […]

          Editors
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          Editors Announce New Album ‘Surface, Echo & Sound’ And Share ‘The Rush’

          June 23, 2026

          Editors have announced their eighth studio album, Surface, Echo & Sound, set for release on October 30, 2026, via Play It Again Sam. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the album’s latest single, “The […]

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        • Album Reviews

          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: MOMO – Tum Tum Tum

          June 19, 2026

          London-based Brazilian multi-instrumentalist MOMO returns with Tum Tum Tum, an eight-track collection recorded live in South London. Twenty years and eight albums into his career, the record reflects an artist still in motion, refining his […]

          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 […]

        • 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: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival

          June 19, 2026

          It is often said that engineers become inventors because they possess the technical knowledge, discipline and imagination needed to turn ideas into functional realities. Mulatu Astatke’s story makes that connection feel especially apt. Born in […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival

          June 16, 2026

          It has been a significant year for the Southbank Centre, which recently received a £10 million grant as part of its 75th birthday celebrations. Adding to that sense of occasion, Harry Styles was announced as […]

        • 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
        • ROSA WALTON
          Podcast

          Rosa Walton on ‘Tell Me It’s A Dream’, Let’s Eat Grandma and Cyberpunk 2077 | XS Noize Podcast #290

          June 23, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Rosa Walton. Best known as one half of Let’s Eat Grandma alongside Jenny Hollingworth, Rosa joins Mark to discuss her debut […]

          Dea Matrona
          Podcast

          Dea Matrona on ‘Hate That I Care’ and Creative Independence | XS Noize Podcast #289

          June 16, 2026

          Belfast rock duo Dea Matrona join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss their second album, Hate That I Care — a bold, more personal and self-assured new chapter for Mollie McGinn and […]

          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. […]

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LAURA MARLING Announces new album, 'Song For Our Daughter', due for release this Friday 1
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LAURA MARLING Announces new album, ‘Song For Our Daughter’, due for release this Friday

April 6, 2020 XS Noize

Laura Marling is very pleased to share details of a new album which finds its release later this week. ‘Song For Our Daughter’ is released on Friday 10th April via Chrysalis/Partisan. It’s preceded today with […]

THE SCRIPT announce free concert for HSE/NHS frontline staff and Primary Care workers 1
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THE SCRIPT announce free concert for HSE/NHS frontline staff and Primary Care workers

April 3, 2020 XS Noize

The Script have announced a free concert for HSE/NHS frontline staff and Primary Care workers (inc. Nurses, Doctors, cleaners, porters, ambulance staff) performing a career-spanning set on Tuesday 9th February 2021 at Dublin’s 3Arena. Those […]

GoGo Penguin Releases New Single 'Kora' - Listen Now
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GoGo Penguin Releases New Single ‘Kora’ – Listen Now

April 3, 2020 XS Noize

Today, UK instrumental trio GoGo Penguin released “ Kora,” the second single from their upcoming self-titled album. GoGoPenguin, the band’s sixth full-length and their third album for Blue Note, has moved back to a June […]

ED O'BRIEN unveils 'Olympik' the latest advance offering from his debut album under the EOB moniker
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ED O’BRIEN unveils ‘Olympik’ the latest advance offering from his debut album under the EOB moniker

April 2, 2020 XS Noize

Currently recovering at home and wishing the best for the safety and health of all, Ed O’Brien is grateful to unveil “Olympik,” the latest advance offering from his debut album under the EOB moniker, Earth, […]

SNOW GHOSTS release MOGWAI remix of 'Heavy Heart' - Listen Now
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SNOW GHOSTS release MOGWAI remix of ‘Heavy Heart’ – Listen Now

April 2, 2020 XS Noize

British trio Snow Ghosts have unveiled a Mogwai remix of their track ‘Heavy Heart’, taken from their upcoming Real World Sessions EP, released on April 24th. The original version hails from their stunning album A Quiet Ritual, out now […]

THE BANSHEES Release New Single 'Tell Me Everything' - Listen Now
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THE BANSHEES Release New Single ‘Tell Me Everything’ – Listen Now

April 1, 2020 XS Noize

Things can change in the blink of an eye. The world moves fast and just when we settle into a groove with our job, our friends, our romantic relationships and our families, the universe has […]

MELANIE C premieres Joe Goddard remix of new single, 'Who I Am' - Listen Now
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MELANIE C premieres Joe Goddard remix of new single, ‘Who I Am’ – Listen Now

April 1, 2020 XS Noize

Melanie C has today released a remix of new single ‘Who I Am’ from the legendary Joe Goddard (Hot Chip, 2 Bears). ‘Who I Am’ – and its affecting video, dissecting the past, present and […]

SPECTOR share new single 'When Did We Get So Normal?' 1
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SPECTOR share new single ‘When Did We Get So Normal?’

March 31, 2020 XS Noize

Spector have shared new single ‘When Did We Get So Normal?’ ‘When Did We Get So Normal?’ is the fourth and final track to be taken from their ‘Extended Play’ EP. It will be released […]

SPIKE ISLAND: THE RESURRECTION - Reschedules to New Summer Date: 12 Sept 2020 2
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SPIKE ISLAND: THE RESURRECTION – Reschedules to New Summer Date: 12 Sept 2020

March 31, 2020 XS Noize

In light of recent events, SPIKE ISLAND: THE RESURRECTION, is being rescheduled to a new date in the late Summer.  The celebration marking the 30th Anniversary of the iconic Stone Roses gig at Spike Island […]

PODGE drops new track 'Rest' - Listen Now
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PODGE drops new track ‘Rest’ – Listen Now

March 31, 2020 XS Noize

Rest’ is an angsty number that melds rock and hip hop. Liverpool shapeshifter Podge’s proves once again why he’s one of the most unique voices currently out. Rest adds another divine slice of melody and […]

Northern Ireland blues guitar legend RONNIE GREER releases swinging live album – Blues Constellation 1
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Northern Ireland blues guitar legend RONNIE GREER releases swinging live album – Blues Constellation

March 31, 2020 XS Noize

Northern Ireland blues guitar legend Ronnie Greer celebrates his third CD release with a swinging live album – Blues Constellation – that features his core band with an all-star line-up of special guests, recorded live […]

GAZ COOMBES & DANNY GOFFEY cover Kelis' Milkshake for 10th anniversary of THE HOTRATS 1
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GAZ COOMBES & DANNY GOFFEY cover Kelis’ Milkshake for 10th anniversary of THE HOTRATS

March 31, 2020 XS Noize

In 2010, one half of Britain’s much-loved pop-rock combo Supergrass, Gaz Coombes and Danny Goffey teamed with world-renowned producer Nigel Godrich to bring you The Hotrats.  With the original intention of diving into the studio […]

MYSTERY JETS release remix of 'A Billion Heartbeats' by CHILD OF THE PARISH
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MYSTERY JETS release remix of ‘A Billion Heartbeats’ by CHILD OF THE PARISH

March 31, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Mystery Jets release a Child Of The Parish remix of their recent single, ‘A Billion Heartbeats’. The single comes from the same-titled upcoming album from Mystery Jets, to be released digitally on Friday 3rd […]

RYE MILLIGAN shares dynamic indie-electronic single ‘Silhouette’ - Listen Now
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RYE MILLIGAN shares dynamic indie-electronic single ‘Silhouette’ – Listen Now

March 30, 2020 XS Noize

Mixing the genres of indie, hip-hop, pop and electronica into his solo sets, Rye Milligan brings his songs crashing over the audience with layers of loops, samples, heavy bass lines and enchanting melodies. We can […]

THE GLORIOUS SONS reveal new song 'Don't Live Fast' - Listen Now
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THE GLORIOUS SONS reveal new song ‘Don’t Live Fast’ – Listen Now

March 30, 2020 XS Noize

‘Closer To The Sky’, the current single from Canada’s Glorious Sons is No 1 on Apple Music’s New Rock Chart worldwide as well as seeing a ton of play across Kerrang radio and the R2 […]

THE MICRODANCE release new single ‘Lovesick Kisses’ - Listen Now
New Music

THE MICRODANCE release new single ‘Lovesick Kisses’ – Listen Now

March 30, 2020 XS Noize

The Microdance, described by Vice Magazine as “A heady confection of epic Alternative Rock, Shoegaze, New Wave with the occasional dose of tasteful Metal – the most exciting Alt Rock in a decade” are back […]

THE NATIONAL Announce 'High Violet' 10-Year Anniversary Triple LP 2
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THE NATIONAL Announce ‘High Violet’ 10-Year Anniversary Triple LP

March 30, 2020 XS Noize

The National have announced they will be releasing a 10-year anniversary expanded edition of their 2010 album High Violet, on 19th June 2020. Originally released May 11, 2010, the critically acclaimed fifth studio album features […]

BC CAMPLIGHT shares title track to new album 'Shortly After Takeoff' - Listen Now
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BC CAMPLIGHT shares title track to new album ‘Shortly After Takeoff’ – Listen Now

March 30, 2020 XS Noize

With his much-anticipated new album Shortly After Takeoff due for release 24th April via Bella Union, and already the subject of rave reviews in MOJO and Uncut, BC Camplight has today shared the title track […]

CRISTOBAL & JAMIEZ rework iconic dance track 'SUGAR DADDY' - Listen Now
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CRISTOBAL & JAMIEZ rework iconic dance track ‘SUGAR DADDY’ – Listen Now

March 27, 2020 XS Noize

Early support from Aly and Fila, Lonya, Golf Clap, Cevin Fisher, Kiz Pattison, Anthony Pappa, Ian Dillon, Max Graham, Chris Fortier, Cream, Juliane Wolf, Nila Alin. For one part of Cristobal & Jamiez, this track […]

TWISTED WHEEL Announce third album 'Satisfying The Ritual' - out 20th March 1
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TWISTED WHEEL release hard-hitting punk anthem ‘I Am Immune’ – Listen Now

March 27, 2020 XS Noize

As the Covid19 crisis grinds all live music and events to a screeching halt, it’s apparent that music is more important than ever. Today, Twisted Wheel released the aptly named, hard-hitting punk anthem ‘I Am […]

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