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        • Tricky
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          TRICKY announces new album ‘Different When It’s Silent’ and shares new single ‘Out Of Place’

          April 22, 2026

          The legendary artist and producer Tricky today announces his new album, Different When It’s Silent, out 17 July 2026 via False Idols. His 15th studio album and first full-length release under his own name in six […]

          Belfast TradFest
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          Belfast TradFest 2026 announces acclaimed line-up for week-long traditional music celebration

          April 22, 2026

          Belfast TradFest has unveiled an exceptional lineup of headline concerts for Summer 2026, bringing together some of the most influential, celebrated and exciting names in traditional music for a week-long festival of world-class performance. Taking […]

          Modest Mouse
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          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • 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
        • Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

          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 […]

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PUBLIC SERVICE BROADCASTING - Share 'People Will Always Need Coal' - Listen now!
New Music

PUBLIC SERVICE BROADCASTING – Share ‘People Will Always Need Coal’ – Listen now!

June 20, 2017 XS Noize

Boasting of a ‘secure future in Welsh coal’ and ‘having enough coal for another four hundred years’, People Will Always Need Coal, the latest track from Public Service Broadcasting’s new album Every Valley, offers a […]

THE DEARS - Share New Track ‘I’m Sorry That I Wished You Dead’ - Listen Now!
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THE DEARS – Share New Track ‘I’m Sorry That I Wished You Dead’ – Listen Now!

June 20, 2017 XS Noize

The Dears are airing a new track ‘I’m Sorry That I Wished You Dead’, the latest to emerge from their forthcoming seventh studio album, Times Infinity Volume Two, due July 14, 2017 through Dangerbird Records. […]

Listen to Super Furry Animals stream of unheard, 1995 demo of classic, expletive-laden single ‘The Man Don’t Give A F***’.
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SUPER FURRY ANIMALS – release RADIATOR (20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) + cover THE SMITHS – Listen now!

June 19, 2017 XS Noize

Promising to raise smiles and plenty of eyebrows Super Furry Animals have authorised the release of perhaps their least likely musical homage after digging deep into their trove of rarities to mark the 20th anniversary […]

MANCHESTER WITH LOVE compilation released to help affected families of recent atrocities
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MANCHESTER WITH LOVE compilation released to help affected families of recent atrocities

June 16, 2017 XS Noize

After the atrocities at the Manchester Arena last month, the people of the city did what they do best, pulled together and showed the world their amazing spirit. Nothing can change what happened on that […]

COLDPLAY Bring The Head Full of Dreams Tour to Croke Park
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COLDPLAY have today release new song ‘All I Can Think About Is You’, from their upcoming Kaleidoscope EP

June 16, 2017 XS Noize

Coldplay have today released a brand new song, All I Can Think About Is You, from their upcoming Kaleidoscope EP. The song, which builds from a rolling bassline to a hypnotic climax, is available now […]

ARCADE FIRE - share new track CREATURE COMFORT - Listen now!
New Music

ARCADE FIRE – share new track CREATURE COMFORT – Listen now!

June 16, 2017 XS Noize

Creature Comfort, the new track from Arcade Fire’s forthcoming new album Everything Now, is available now. The new album, out 28th July, is Arcade Fire’s first release under its new partnership with the global media […]

QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE announce their Irish return as part of the Villains World Tour at 3Arena, Dublin
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QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE announce their Irish return as part of the Villains World Tour at 3Arena, Dublin

June 15, 2017 XS Noize

Queens Of The Stone Age have announced their Irish return as part of the Villains World Tour at 3Arena, Dublin on Friday 24th November 2017. Ticket Information Tickets priced from €50.65 including booking & facility […]

THE VRYLL SOCIETY announce summer residency at The Magnet, Liverpool with EVOL
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THE VRYLL SOCIETY announce summer residency at The Magnet, Liverpool with EVOL

June 15, 2017 XS Noize

Liverpool promoters EVOL have teamed up with Deltasonic Records and the group leading the current and future musical charge The Vryll Society to produce a summer residency at The Magnet consisting of three headline shows […]

DMA’S are back in the UK for a handful of Summer shows.
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DMA’S are back in the UK for a handful of Summer shows.

June 14, 2017 XS Noize

DMA’S are back in the UK for a handful of Summer shows. Tickets go on sale today 14th June 10am and can be purchased through the bands website. Full tour dates are below… Since DMA’S […]

WOLF ALICE - Play BELFAST'S ULSTER HALL in support of 2nd album 'Visions Of A Life'
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WOLF ALICE – Play BELFAST’S ULSTER HALL in support of 2nd album ‘Visions Of A Life’

June 13, 2017 XS Noize

Wolf Alice, one of the biggest breakthrough independent bands of recent years, today make their eagerly anticipated return, announcing new album Visions Of A Life and a run of shows worldwide, including a UK & […]

THE CORONAS score their first No.1 album in Ireland
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THE CORONAS score their first No.1 album in Ireland

June 13, 2017 XS Noize

The Coronas’ new album, Trust the Wire, has today entered the Irish charts as the official No.1, the band’s first No.1 album. Fighting off new releases from U2 and Alt-J, Trust the Wire has knocked […]

PAUL WELLER - Announces BELFAST ULSTER HALL gig
Gigs

PAUL WELLER – Announces BELFAST ULSTER HALL gig

June 13, 2017 XS Noize

Paul Weller has announced his Irish return at Dublin’s Olympia Theatre on 13th February & Belfast’s Ulster Hall on 15th February 2018. Special guests for both shows are Touts. See ticket details below. 2017, marks […]

THE HORRORS Reveal Stunning New Track - ‘MACHINE’ - Listen Now! 1
New Music

THE HORRORS Reveal Stunning New Track – ‘MACHINE’ – Listen Now!

June 13, 2017 XS Noize

The Horrors today announce their first release in three years, as they reveal their new single ‘Machine’. The industrial, dark and brooding opus shows the band in all their idiosyncratic, magisterial glory. LISTEN HERE: ‘Machine’ […]

THE STRYPES - Release New Track ‘Great Expectations' + Announce Tour Dates
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THE STRYPES – Release New Track ‘Great Expectations’ + Announce Tour Dates

June 12, 2017 XS Noize

Ahead of the imminent release of their brand new album ‘Spitting Image’ on Friday, today The Strypes share another new track ‘Great Expectations’, along with a string of UK headline tour dates for the autumn. […]

MANCHESTER ORCHESTRA - Announce UK tour for October, new album A Black Mile To The Surface out 28th July
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MANCHESTER ORCHESTRA – Announce UK tour for October, new album A Black Mile To The Surface out 28th July

June 12, 2017 XS Noize

Following the announcement of their 5th album A Black Mile To The Surface, and the release of its first single ‘The Gold’, Manchester Orchestra today share news of their first UK and European tour in […]

ALDOUS HARDING - Reveals Video For Single 'Blend' & Autumn UK tour
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ALDOUS HARDING – Reveals Video For Single ‘Blend’ & Autumn UK tour

June 12, 2017 XS Noize

Aldous Harding, the compelling artist from New Zealand, has revealed a new video for the single ‘Blend’, plus details of her biggest UK and European tour yet. Taken from her latest album, Party, the visuals […]

PAUL DRAPER - Announces solo album Spooky Action, Listen to new track 'Don't Poke The Bear'
Gigs

PAUL DRAPER – Announces solo album Spooky Action, Listen to new track ‘Don’t Poke The Bear’

June 8, 2017 XS Noize

Paul Draper releases his long awaited debut solo album, Spooky Action, on Kscope this summer. Paul Draper was the frontman of Mansun – one of the most iconic bands of the late ’90s. Over the […]

DOLDRUMS shares new single 'Machine Boi'! - Listen Now 1
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DOLDRUMS shares new single ‘Machine Boi’! – Listen Now

June 8, 2017 XS Noize

Montreal artist Doldrums is sharing another slice of his noise-pop with new single ‘Machine Boi’. Doldrums is set to release his new album ‘Esc’ on June 30th. Speaking about the track, Airick Asher Woodhead, aka, […]

Fleet Foxes Announce New Album 'Crack-Up'
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FLEET FOXES Release New Song, “If You Need To, Keep Time On Me” – Listen Now

June 7, 2017 XS Noize

Fleet Foxes have released the third song from their highly anticipated new album Crack-Up, titled “If You Need To, Keep Time on Me.” The album will stream in its entirety via NPR First Listen beginning […]

PJ HARVEY and RAMY ESSAM Share Video for "THE CAMP" WATCH NOW
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PJ HARVEY and RAMY ESSAM Share Video for “THE CAMP” WATCH NOW

June 7, 2017 XS Noize

PJ Harvey and Egyptian recording artist Ramy Essam have come together to write and record ‘The Camp’ – a track which they hope will raise awareness and much needed support towards the health and educational […]

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