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        • Eighty Eight Miles
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          Eighty Eight Miles release debut EP “Class of Eighty Eight” ahead of biggest festival summer yet

          April 11, 2026

          They’ve played shows with Lottery Winners, The K’s, Red Rum Club, The Clause and overpass; attracted big name fans in the shape of Lindsey Buckingham and Blossoms; and sold-out four consecutive Birmingham headline shows, but […]

          Dea Matrona
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          Dea Matrona unleash explosive new single “John Doe” from upcoming album Hate That I Care

          April 11, 2026

          Dea Matrona return with explosive new single “John Doe”, the second taste off their highly anticipated second album “Hate That I Care”, set for release on 5th June 2026. Recorded, written and produced entirely by the […]

          Enter Shikari
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          Enter Shikari surprise release new album “Lose Your Self” with no prior announcement

          April 11, 2026

          With zero announcements or teasers from the band, Enter Shikari have surprise released their brand-new album! Lose Your Self (released via So Recordings) spans 12 tracks exploring themes of desolation, futility and complete despair at the state of […]

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          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 […]

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          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
        • 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, […]

          Scouting For Girls
          Podcast

          Scouting For Girls’ Roy Stride on ‘These Are The Good Days’ and finding joy in the present | XS Noize Podcast #277

          March 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Roy Stride — frontman, songwriter and driving force behind Scouting For Girls — to talk about the band’s uplifting new album These […]

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Franz Ferdinand
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Franz Ferdinand share video for ‘Night Or Day’, the latest track from their new album ‘The Human Fear’

November 18, 2024 XS Noize

Franz Ferdinand have today shared a video for ‘Night Or Day’ the latest track to be taken from their forthcoming new studio album, The Human Fear, which will be released on Friday 10th January 2025 […]

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Texas announce headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast

November 18, 2024 XS Noize

Following on from their critically acclaimed sold-out UK arena tour, Texas will be bringing their popular, crowd loving live show to Custom House Square, Belfast next summer. Fronted by Sharleen Spiteri, Texas will showcase five […]

Jamiroquai
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Jamiroquai Announces 2025 November and December Arena Tour Across UK and Europe

November 18, 2024 XS Noize

After six years away from touring, the legendary Jamiroquai have announced a 14-date arena tour for November and December 2025. The tour will bring their unmistakable grooves to some of the largest venues across the […]

David Gray
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David Gray announces headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast

November 18, 2024 XS Noize

David Gray announced a headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast, as part of his Past & Present World Tour. Gray’s highly anticipated new album, Dear Life, will be released on January 17, 2025, through […]

Tide Lines
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Tide Lines announce their fourth studio album ‘Glasgow Love Story’

November 15, 2024 XS Noize

As they prepare to play to 14,000 fans during their upcoming ‘Homeward Bound’ headline tour, Tide Lines now announce that their fourth studio album, ‘Glasgow Love Story’, will be released on April 25th, 2025, via […]

The Zutons
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THE ZUTONS announce spring 2025 UK headline tour

November 15, 2024 XS Noize

The Zutons are today announcing a run of UK headline tour dates for April 2025. Artist presale will begin at Wednesday 20th November at 9am GMT. Tickets will be on general sale from Friday 22nd […]

Tom Meighan
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Tom Meighan shares the video for his new single ‘Better Life’

November 15, 2024 XS Noize

TOM MEIGHAN shares the video for his latest single, ‘Better Life’, taken from his forthcoming album, ‘Roadrunner’, which will be released on 24 January on Blue Rocket Records. He will tour the UK this December. […]

The Farm
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Indie godfathers, The Farm announce their first new album in 30 years with euphoric single ‘Forever & Ever’

November 14, 2024 XS Noize

Figureheads of the original indie/dance crossover scene, DIY-driven eighties post-punks and justice-seeking campaigners, The Farm have announced the release of their first album since 1994 with beatsy, feelgood lead single, “Forever & Ever” – OUT […]

NI Music Prize 2024
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NI Music Prize 2024: A Huge Night for Northern Ireland

November 14, 2024 XS Noize

The NI Music Prize took the roof off the Ulster Hall last night with an outstanding evening of Music from Northern Ireland. Featuring legends, contenders and show-stoppers, the event did not fail to deliver the […]

Saint Etienne
News

Saint Etienne announce their 12th studio album ‘The Night’ and share focus track ‘Half Light’

November 14, 2024 XS Noize

Beloved British trio Saint Etienne will release their twelfth studio album, “The Night,” through Heavenly Recordings on December 13th, 2024. A follow-up to their critically acclaimed 2021 album, “I’ve Been Trying To Tell You,” “The […]

Sam Fender
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Sam Fender announces his highly anticipated third album ‘People Watching’

November 13, 2024 XS Noize

People Watching is released 21st February 2025 via Polydor Records. Sam produced his record alongside bandmates Dean Thompson and Joe Atkinson over two years, working firstly in London in 2023 with producer Markus Dravs, and […]

DOVES announce 'Constellations For The Lonely' 2025 UK Tour
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DOVES announce ‘Constellations For The Lonely’ 2025 UK Tour

November 13, 2024 XS Noize

DOVES will return to the road for a full UK Tour following the release of their upcoming sixth studio album, Constellations For The Lonely, in February next year. The Manchester band will return to their home city […]

CAMELPHAT
Gigs

CAMELPHAT announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

A driving force in the dance music world, CAMELPHAT returns to Belfast next February following sell-out shows in recent years at CHSq and The Telegraph Building and a massive headline set at Emerge in 2023. […]

Ryan Adams
Gigs

Ryan Adams to bring Heartbreaker Tour to Belfast and Dublin

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

Ryan Adams is a seven-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter praised as “one of rock’s most talented songwriters”. Formerly fronting rock-Americana groups Whiskeytown and Ryan Adams & the Cardinals, Adams has the ability to connect with audiences across […]

Hard-Fi
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Hard-Fi drop new track ‘Don’t Need You’ – from ‘Don’t Go Making Plans’ EP out this Friday

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

Hard-Fi today drop another fantastic new track ‘Don’t Need You’ – the final instalment before the release of their forthcoming Don’t Go Making Plans EP this Friday, November 15th, on Ignition Records – the day […]

Public Image Ltd (PiL)
Gigs

Public Image Ltd (PiL) Announce Major Tour for 2025

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

John Lydon’s iconoclastic band Public Image Ltd (PiL) has announced a major tour of the UK and Ireland for summer 2025. The 23-date tour, billed as ‘This Is Not The Last Tour,’ will start in […]

Olivia Rodrigo
Gigs

Olivia Rodrigo announces her biggest Irish show yet for Dublin’s Marlay Park on 24 June 2025

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

3X GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo has announced her biggest Irish show yet for Dublin’s Marlay Park on 24 June 2025.  Less than four years since Olivia Rodrigo emerged to critical acclaim as a solo […]

Roger Daltrey
Gigs

Legendary rock singer Roger Daltrey announces solo UK tour

November 11, 2024 XS Noize

Legendary rock singer Roger Daltrey will be hitting the road in 2025 on a special solo tour packed with classic The Who songs, solo hits and his now-famous Q&A sessions, in which he opens up […]

Robbie Williams
Gigs

Robbie Williams announces Croke Park show on Saturday, August 23rd 2025

November 11, 2024 XS Noize

Robbie Williams today announces his highly anticipated 2025 tour. This tour will see the global icon perform in cities across the UK, Ireland, and Europe next summer, including a show at Croke Park on Saturday, […]

DOVES
Gigs

DOVES announce their first live dates since 2019, with three intimate dates minus Jimi Goodwin

November 8, 2024 XS Noize

DOVES have announced three intimate live dates following the release of their first new music in over four years earlier this week. After thrilling fans with the dystopian opus “Renegade,” lifted from their upcoming sixth […]

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