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        • Placebo
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          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 […]

          muse
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          MUSE Channel French Disco on New Track ‘Nightshift Superstar’ Ahead of New Album ‘The Wow! Signal’

          June 5, 2026

          GRAMMY® Award-winning rock titans MUSE unveil their new single, “Nightshift Superstar,” and its accompanying music video. The latest glimpse into the world of their forthcoming tenth album, The Wow! Signal (out June 26), arrives as […]

          DMA’S
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          DMA’S Announce Belfast Limelight Show for February 2027

          June 4, 2026

          Following on from the announcement that their self-titled album is set for release later this year, DMA’S have given fans another taste of what’s to come with new single and video ‘Hurracane’. Built on a […]

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          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta - Cut A Silhouette
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta – Cut A Silhouette

          May 29, 2026

          Having spent two decades parsing the shifting sands of alternative rock, it takes something genuinely striking to cut through the noise. Enter Sparta’s latest offering, Cut A Silhouette. Spanning ten tracks across an urgent 33 […]

        • 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
        • 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
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          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 […]

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
          Podcast

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285

          May 19, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by BRIT and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. Nerina joins Mark for a warm, honest and reflective conversation about her new career-spanning […]

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HOWIE B Shares New Single ‘HARMONICA’ (Feat. NORMAN REEDUS) - Listen Now
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HOWIE B Shares New Single ‘HARMONICA’ (Feat. NORMAN REEDUS) – Listen Now

February 14, 2019 XS Noize

Pussyfoot Records founder, Howie B has shared a new single on his renowned and newly relaunched independent imprint. ‘Harmonica’ features the voice of American actor/director and The Walking Dead star Norman Reedus. Looped, ambient and […]

Ten Fé Unveil New Song "Here Again" From Upcoming New Album 1
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Ten Fé Unveil New Song “Here Again” From Upcoming New Album

February 14, 2019 XS Noize

Ten Fé will release their sophomore album next month and embark on a massive tour spanning North America, UK and Europe, and today they share another track off the forthcoming record. “ Here Again ” […]

GIRL UNIT announces his long-awaited debut album, “Song Feel”
New Music

GIRL UNIT announces his long-awaited debut album, “Song Feel”

February 14, 2019 XS Noize

UK mastermind Phil Gamble aka Girl Unit makes a powerful return with new single ‘Stuck’ featuring Taliwhoah and announces his long-awaited debut album, “Song Feel”, released on iconic London label Night Slugs on April 5th.   This follows last years “WYWD (Remix)” with Kelela and will be […]

Ards International Guitar Festival 2019 Programme Launched 1
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Ards International Guitar Festival 2019 Programme Launched

February 14, 2019 XS Noize

This year’s Ards International Guitar Festival will rock into Newtownards from 3 – 7 April. With an eclectic mix of brilliant local talent and international artists, expect guitar-inspired gigs, guitar clinics with industry professionals and […]

NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS currently in studio + announce new UK tour dates
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS currently in studio + announce new UK tour dates

February 14, 2019 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher is recording new material in studios in London and LA, he’s also announcing a short run of all-seated shows in Britain before heading to the Far East on tour in May. Noel Gallagher’s […]

STEREOPHONICS drop surprise new song 'CHAOS FROM THE TOP DOWN' today - Listen Now
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STEREOPHONICS drop surprise new song ‘CHAOS FROM THE TOP DOWN’ today – Listen Now

February 13, 2019 XS Noize

Stereophonics announce the surprise release of their brand-new song, ‘Chaos From The Top Down’, out today. The official video for the single is also available to watch below now. Of the song, Kelly Jones says: […]

CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN reveal 'Longshot' their first new music in three years ahead of UK Arena Tour
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CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN reveal ‘Fluctuate’ from anticipated, third album, ‘The Balance’ – Listen

February 13, 2019 XS Noize

The second track from Catfish and The Bottlemen’s forthcoming third album has emerged, with Fluctuate aired for the very first time by long-time supporter, Zane Lowe on his Beats 1 show tonight. An established live […]

JAMES ATKIN (EMF) announces new solo album, 'Popcorn Storm', release date 21st April 2019
New Music

JAMES ATKIN (EMF) announces new solo album, ‘Popcorn Storm’, release date 21st April 2019

February 13, 2019 XS Noize

EMF frontman James Atkin has topped the charts on both sides of the Atlantic, enjoyed platinum-selling album success, received an Ivor Novello nomination for his songwriting and toured the world many times over. He is […]

DAVE HAUSE announces brand new full-length album 'KICK' + UK tour 1
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DAVE HAUSE announces brand new full-length album ‘KICK’ + UK tour

February 13, 2019 XS Noize

Acclaimed Philadelphia-raised singer-songwriter DAVE HAUSE has announced his brand new studio album titled Kick. Out on Friday 12th April via Rise Records, Kick is Hause’s fourth solo outing that finds him carrying on in the […]

DAVID GRAY Releases his new single ‘A Tight Ship’ - Listen Now
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DAVID GRAY today unveils the new video to ‘A Tight Ship’ – Watch Now

February 13, 2019 XS Noize

David Gray is today airing the new video to ‘A Tight Ship’ the track is taken from his forthcoming new album Gold In A Brass Age, due for release on March 8, 2019, via IHT […]

THE CORAL announce new album 'Move Through The Dawn' to be released August 17th
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THE CORAL release live track ‘Something Inside Of Me’ recorded live at Skeleton Coast Festival

February 13, 2019 XS Noize

Ahead of embarking on a UK headline tour this month, The Coral release ‘Something Inside Of Me’ recorded live at last year’s Skeleton Coast Festival. The band headlined the sold-out festival at Leasowe Castle, Wirral, […]

THE WATERBOYS Announce a Headline Show at The Ulster Hall, Belfast, 20th May 2019
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THE WATERBOYS Announce a Headline Show at The Ulster Hall, Belfast, 20th May 2019

February 13, 2019 XS Noize

Ever since Mike Scott first brought The Waterboys to public attention their career has been marked by storied departures. Staking out bold, new territory with fresh approaches and inspirational collaborators has been the defining factor […]

WEEZER Release Music Video For Their a-ha Cover of "Take On Me"From Weezer (The Teal Album)
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WEEZER Release Music Video For Their a-ha Cover of “Take On Me”From Weezer (The Teal Album)

February 12, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Weezer have released a music video for their cover of “Take On Me” from their latest hit album, Weezer (The Teal Album), taking a trip back to the 1980s paying tribute to the original […]

MURRAY A. LIGHTBURN returns to the UK this April for a run of UK live dates
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MURRAY A. LIGHTBURN returns to the UK this April for a run of UK live dates

February 12, 2019 XS Noize

Montreal songwriter Murray A. Lightburn (The Dears) returns to the UK this April for a run of UK live dates, supporting the release of his new solo album Hear Me Out out February 22 on […]

MAPS announces fourth album 'COLOURS. REFLECT. TIME. LOSS' - Listen to track
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MAPS announces fourth album ‘COLOURS. REFLECT. TIME. LOSS’ – Listen to track

February 12, 2019 XS Noize

Mercury-nominated Northampton composer/producer Maps is set to release his fourth album ‘Colours. Reflect. Time. Loss.’ on the 10th May 2019 through Mute and today shares a new track from the album – ‘Just Reflecting’. ‘Colours. […]

SONJA SLEATOR announces brand new Single ‘GOODBYE’ March 1st and EP ‘VIOLENT STRAWBERRY’ April 5th
Gigs

SONJA SLEATOR announces brand new Single ‘GOODBYE’ March 1st and EP ‘VIOLENT STRAWBERRY’ April 5th

February 12, 2019 XS Noize

Sonja Sleator has established herself as one of Northern Ireland’s most recognisable singer/songwriters. Her story-driven songs are making her one to watch in the Irish music scene and have led to appearances on local radio, […]

THE CORONAS, TOM ODELL & ROE Announced for CUSTOM HOUSE SQUARE, Belfast on Friday 23rd August 2019
Gigs

THE CORONAS, TOM ODELL & ROE Announced for CUSTOM HOUSE SQUARE, Belfast on Friday 23rd August 2019

February 12, 2019 XS Noize

The Coronas are pleased to announce a return to Belfast with their Biggest NI headline show yet at Custom House Square (CHSQ) on Friday 23rd August 2019. They will be joined on the night by […]

Cheshire four-piece THE LUKA STATE release their brand new single ‘What’s My Problem’ - Watch Video
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Cheshire four-piece THE LUKA STATE release their brand new single ‘What’s My Problem’ – Watch Video

February 11, 2019 XS Noize

Cheshire four-piece The Luka State release their brand new single ‘What’s My Problem’ on March 15th 2019 via Salt Town Records/Project Music with the single also out now via all digital platforms. The Luka State […]

POST MALONE announces Irish outdoor headline show at the RDS Arena this Summer, on Thursday 22nd August 2019
Gigs

POST MALONE announces Irish outdoor headline show at the RDS Arena this Summer, on Thursday 22nd August 2019

February 11, 2019 XS Noize

Ahead of his sold-out headline date at 3Arena Dublin, Post Malone announces a return to perform his first Irish outdoor headline show at the RDS Arena this Summer, on Thursday 22nd August 2019 Post Malone […]

GAA Extra Demand Tickets On Sale this Tuesday, 12th February for Westlife’s Croke Park Shows
Gigs

GAA Extra Demand Tickets On Sale this Tuesday, 12th February for Westlife’s Croke Park Shows

February 8, 2019 XS Noize

GAA extra demand tickets for Westlife’s upcoming stadium dates at Croke Park on Friday 5th & Saturday 6th July 2019 will go on sale this Tuesday, 12th February at 9 AM from Ticketmaster outlets nationwide […]

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