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        • Mae Stephens
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          Mae Stephens drops the delulu song of the summer with new single ‘Delusional’

          April 17, 2026

          Mae Stephens recently told followers that she thought she had written “the delulu song of the summer” and today’s release of the new single ‘Delusional’ proves that she was correct. It comes as she has […]

          The Ordinary Boys
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          The Ordinary Boys celebrate their 20th anniversary comeback with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’

          April 17, 2026

          After over a decade-long hiatus, The Ordinary Boys today make their musical return with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’ – a superb offering that draws on the Worthing band’s synonymous indie-ska roots and arrives via […]

          Enter Shikari
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          Enter Shikari release video for “Find Out The Hard Way” from surprise new album “Lose Your Self”

          April 16, 2026

          Enter Shikari have just revealed the official music video for track, Find Out The Hard Way. The visuals were shot in South London by Jasper Visuals, and premiered last night on YouTube. With zero announcements or teasers […]

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        • Album Reviews

          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad - It’s the Long Goodbye
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

          March 24, 2026

          It’s been seven years since The Twilight Sad released It Won’t Be Like This All the Time — a record that cemented their place as one of the most emotionally direct and sonically powerful bands […]

        • 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
        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

  • 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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DMA'S announce London fundraiser show
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DMA’S announce London fundraiser show

January 24, 2020 XS Noize

DMA’S have today announced Australian Bushfire Relief Benefit show at The University Of London Union on 5th March with all proceeds going to Wildlife Victoria www.wildlifevictoria.org.au/. Tickets for the ULU gig can be bought 9 […]

RYAN MCMULLAN releases his new single ‘Ruthless Cupid’ today - Listen Now
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RYAN MCMULLAN releases his new single ‘Ruthless Cupid’ today – Listen Now

January 24, 2020 XS Noize

Today Ryan McMullan releases his new single ‘Ruthless Cupid’, taken from the forthcoming eponymous EP. The Ruthless Cupid EP is an all-out attack on the most famous matchmaker of all time, Cupid. We tend to […]

BADLY DRAWN BOY releases a new single entitled 'Is This A Dream?' - Listen Now
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BADLY DRAWN BOY releases a new single entitled ‘Is This A Dream?’ – Listen Now

January 24, 2020 XS Noize

Badly Drawn Boy, aka Damon Gough, releases a new single entitled ‘Is This A Dream?’ today, through Kobalt Music. Produced and mixed in Stockport last year by Gethin Pearson (Kele Okereke, JAWS) after original production […]

HANDS OFF GRETEL reveal a new video single for MILK
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HANDS OFF GRETEL reveal a new video single for MILK

January 24, 2020 XS Noize

In anticipation of their recently announced headline tour for Spring 2020 and THE ANGRY EP, to be released on their own Puke Pop Records on 6 March, HANDS OFF GRETEL have revealed a new video […]

JEFF LYNNE'S ELO ‘From Out of Nowhere’ Tour comes to Belfast & Dublin in October 1
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JEFF LYNNE’S ELO ‘From Out of Nowhere’ Tour comes to Belfast & Dublin in October

January 24, 2020 XS Noize

Following the release of the UK Number One album, ‘From Out of Nowhere’, Jeff Lynne’s ELO have just announced an autumn 2020 European tour. The highly anticipated ‘From Out of Nowhere’ tour will include SSE […]

ROLAN BOLAN on T.REX induction into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and ‘20th Century Boy’ with BEAUTY IN CHAOS
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ROLAN BOLAN on T.REX induction into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and ‘20th Century Boy’ with BEAUTY IN CHAOS

January 23, 2020 XS Noize

In light of the fact that T. Rex has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Rolan Bolan (son of Marc Bolan and singer Gloria Jones) has come forward with an official statement in this regard. “It is truly executing […]

DENIS COLEMAN to support NEW RULES at Belfast’s Oh Yeah Centre on 16th February
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DENIS COLEMAN to support NEW RULES at Belfast’s Oh Yeah Centre on 16th February

January 23, 2020 XS Noize

Denis Coleman has just been added onto the New Rules 2020 tour, and they will be coming to Belfast’s Oh Yeah Centre on 16th February. 2019 was a successful year for rising pop star Denis […]

THE HUMAN LEAGUE - Announce reissue of their seventh studio album ‘Octopus’ 1
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THE HUMAN LEAGUE – Announce reissue of their seventh studio album ‘Octopus’

January 23, 2020 XS Noize

25 years ago today (23rd January 1996), Synthpop legends The Human League released their seventh studio album ‘Octopus’. To commemorate the release, the band are to reissue this iconic album in three new formats. To […]

MYSTERY JETS: Re-announce New Album ‘A Billion Heartbeats’
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MYSTERY JETS: Re-announce New Album ‘A Billion Heartbeats’

January 23, 2020 XS Noize

Today Mystery Jets announce that they will now be releasing their new album ‘A Billion Heartbeats’ on 3rd April. The announcement follows the album’s postponement last September due to lead singer Blaine Harrison’s ill health. […]

GOO GOO DOLLS launch a new video for 'Lost' ahead of UK tour
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GOO GOO DOLLS launch a new video for ‘Lost’ ahead of UK tour

January 23, 2020 XS Noize

Goo Goo Dolls today launched a new video for “Lost” which you can view BELOW. “ The song reminds me that we all make mistakes and lose the plot of our own stories sometimes” explains […]

CAGE THE ELEPHANT Debut 'Broken Boy' Featuring IGGY POP - Listen Now
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CAGE THE ELEPHANT Debut ‘Broken Boy’ Featuring IGGY POP – Listen Now

January 23, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Cage The Elephant share a new version of their song “Broken Boy,” featuring Iggy Pop. The track finds the godfather of punk singing a verse and contributing backing vocals to the opening song off […]

London 3-piece INDIAN QUEENS return with their brand new single ‘Bubblewrap’
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London 3-piece INDIAN QUEENS return with their brand new single ‘Bubblewrap’

January 23, 2020 XS Noize

Having already played their first show of 2020 at Rockaway Beach Festival earlier this month, London 3-piece Indian Queens return with their brand new single ‘Bubblewrap’ on January 24th. The single is taken from their […]

Sheffield's SHEAFS announce debut EP 'Vox Pop' - Hear new single 'Total Vanity'
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Sheffield’s SHEAFS announce debut EP ‘Vox Pop’ – Hear new single ‘Total Vanity’

January 23, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Sheffield’s SHEAFS has announced the release of their debut EP “Vox Pop”, due out March 6th on Blood Records (Dream Wife, The Blinders, The Amazons etc.). The band have shared a blistering new single […]

KIRK BRANDON - Confirms 2020 'aKoustiK' tour with Sam Sansbury
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KIRK BRANDON – Confirms 2020 ‘aKoustiK’ tour with Sam Sansbury

January 23, 2020 XS Noize

KIRK BRANDON has confirmed a brand new show for his 2020 ‘aKoustiK’ tour with Sam Sansbury. The 13 date tour will run from 31st January to 16th February and includes stops in London, Manchester, Leeds, […]

HMLTD - Share New Track 'Blank Slate' ahead of debut album 'West Of Eden' out 7th Feb 1
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HMLTD – Share New Track ‘Blank Slate’ ahead of debut album ‘West Of Eden’ out 7th Feb

January 23, 2020 XS Noize

London based five-piece HMLTD returned last Autumn to announce the release of their long-awaited debut album West of Eden, alongside explosive comeback singles ‘LOADED’ and ‘The West is Dead’, plus a stunning curveball in ‘Why?’, […]

TOM JONES - Announces Irish dates this summer in Belfast & Cork
Gigs

TOM JONES – Announces Irish dates this summer in Belfast & Cork

January 23, 2020 XS Noize

As he celebrates a landmark 80th birthday this summer, Aiken Promotions is proud to announce one of the most enduring personalities in the music entertainment business, TOM JONES has confirmed a return to Ireland this […]

PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION announce new single 'Home Is Where The Heart Is' & February UK dates
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PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION announce new single ‘Home Is Where The Heart Is’ & February UK dates

January 22, 2020 XS Noize

PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION announces rip-roaring new single Home Is Where The Heart Is, alongside their first ever UK headline tour. Home Is Where The Heart Is is the first release from the Liverpool five-piece since […]

SOUL ASYLUM - Unveil new single 'If I Told You' from upcoming new album 'Hurry Up & Wait'
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SOUL ASYLUM – Unveil new single ‘If I Told You’ from upcoming new album ‘Hurry Up & Wait’

January 22, 2020 XS Noize

Fresh off their hometown show at First Ave in Minneapolis, SOUL ASYLUM now unveils “If I Told You” the focus single off their upcoming album “Hurry Up & Wait” due 17/4/20. The release follows their […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB announce new album 'The Joy Of The Return'
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB announce new album ‘The Joy Of The Return’

January 22, 2020 XS Noize

Manchester’s The Slow Readers Club have announced their fourth album, The Joy Of The Return, out on March 20th via Modern Sky UK. The band have also shared their new single, ‘All I Hear’, the […]

Mancunian synth-pop powerhouse HOT MINUTE share third single ‘Drive’
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Mancunian synth-pop powerhouse HOT MINUTE share third single ‘Drive’

January 22, 2020 XS Noize

In a world where we all literally live on social media and our brains assume much of what we see and hear is instantaneous, one can be forgiven for assuming that your new favourite song […]

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