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        • 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 […]

          Beck
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          BECK Announces Tour Following Surprise New Single ‘Ride Lonesome’

          April 21, 2026

          Yesterday, eight-time GRAMMY winner Beck unveiled the stunning new surprise single, “Ride Lonesome.” Today, Beck follows that hypnotically sublime ballad with the announcement of the Ride Lonesome Tour, a 25-date trek stopping at some of […]

          future islands
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          Future Islands share ‘The Ink Well’ and ‘One Day’

          April 21, 2026

          Over the past twenty years, Future Islands have travelled a rare arc — from promising newcomers to something closer to a best-kept secret, from cult favourites to a band that has quietly endured. Rather than […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          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
        • 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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George Harrison's Vinyl Box + Book to be Released on February 24TH to Mark His 74th Birthday 1
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George Harrison’s Vinyl Box + Book to be Released on February 24TH to Mark His 74th Birthday

January 18, 2017 XS Noize

The Harrison family have announced the release of George Harrison – The Vinyl Collection (USM) box set featuring all of George Harrison’s solo studio albums in one collection for the first time. The vinyl box set includes all twelve of George’s […]

Keane Lead Singer Tom Chaplin Announces Solo Album
New Music

Tom Chaplin Unveils New Video ‘Still Waiting’ – Watch

January 18, 2017 XS Noize

Tom Chaplin will release his stunning new single ‘Still Waiting’, the third to be taken from his critically acclaimed solo album ‘The Wave’, impacting February 17th on Island Records. ‘The Wave’ debuted at number 3 […]

Peter Doherty will release a new single ‘Kolly Kibber,’ in February - Listen
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Peter Doherty will release a new single ‘Kolly Kibber,’ in February – Listen

January 18, 2017 XS Noize

Peter Doherty will release a new single ‘Kolly Kibber,’ taken from his wonderful new album ‘Hamburg Demonstrations,’ through BMG/Clouds Hill on Friday 17th February. ’Kolly Kibber,’ which has already been B Listed at BBC6 Music, […]

Jamiroquai Announce First Headline Festival Dates In Six Years
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Jamiroquai Announce First Headline Festival Dates In Six Years

January 17, 2017 XS Noize

Today, global electronic soul funk sensation, Jamiroquai, announce a string of international headline festival dates. Guaranteed to be this summer’s most sought after events, these new dates are the band’s first headline dates in over […]

First Reaction: Radiohead - A Moon Shaped Pool
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Radiohead confirm nine U.S. headline shows

January 17, 2017 XS Noize

Radiohead has confirmed nine U.S. headline shows in addition to the band’s previously announced headline engagement at this year’s Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival. Tickets for the newly announced dates go on sale beginning […]

U2 Announce More Shows After Tickets Sell Out in Hours
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U2 Announce More Shows After Tickets Sell Out in Hours

January 17, 2017 XS Noize

Following last week’s announcement, that U2 will return to select stadiums this year with U2: The Joshua Tree Tour 2017, Live Nation has just confirmed that the tickets for all 8 UK and European performances […]

White Lies Announce Feb & March 2017 UK Headline Tour
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WHITE LIES Share Video for “Don’t Want To Feel It All” – Watch

January 16, 2017 XS Noize

White Lies have released a new video for track ‘Don’t Want To Feel It All’, taken from current album Friends released late 2016. The video was directed by Alex Alvarez and shows White Lies during […]

Sorority Noise announce new album 'Your Are Not As _____ As You Think'
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Sorority Noise announce new album ‘Your Are Not As _____ As You Think’

January 13, 2017 XS Noize

Sorority Noise have announced You’re Not As _____ As You Think, their third full length record and follow up to 2015’s Joy, Departed. You’re Not As _____ As You Think is set to be released […]

Dutch Uncles share "Big Balloon" video - Watch
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Dutch Uncles share “Big Balloon” video – Watch

January 12, 2017 XS Noize

Dutch Uncles present the new video for “Big Balloon,” the lead single from their eponymous new studio album (anticipated 17th February 2017 on Memphis Industries). The track is currently on the A List at BBC […]

ELEPHANT STONE Announce May 2017 UK Tour Dates
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ELEPHANT STONE Announce May 2017 UK Tour Dates

January 11, 2017 XS Noize

Following an extensive tour of the US, Canada and Europe last year, Montreal, Canada-based psych-rock trio Elephant Stone are pleased to announce they will return to the UK for a week-long run of headline tour […]

Josh Franchesci slams Robbie Williams' team over ticket resale revelations
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Josh Franchesci slams Robbie Williams’ team over ticket resale revelations

January 11, 2017 XS Noize

This morning You Me At Six vocalist Josh Franchesci joined the Victoria Derbyshire programme to discuss the revelation that Robbie Williams’s management team is placing tickets directly on to resale ticketing websites at higher prices. […]

DAVID BOWIE: 'No Plan' Video and EP Released On His 70th Birthday
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DAVID BOWIE: ‘No Plan’ Video and EP Released On His 70th Birthday

January 11, 2017 XS Noize

One minute past midnight on January 8th, the day that would have been David Bowie’s 70th birthday, a subtly stunning video for the song “No Plan” surfaced quietly, watch BELOW. The “No Plan” clip was […]

STONE FOUNDATION announce PAUL WELLER produced album ' Street Rituals'
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STONE FOUNDATION announce PAUL WELLER produced album ‘ Street Rituals’

January 11, 2017 XS Noize

‘Street Rituals’ is the new studio album from Midlands band Stone Foundation – set for release on March 31st 2017 via 100% Records. ‘Street Rituals’ features ten new songs with a major contribution from Paul […]

NICK CAVE & THE BAD SEEDS
 - 'One More Time With Feeling' To Get DVD/Blu-Ray Release on March 3rd
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NICK CAVE & THE BAD SEEDS
 – ‘One More Time With Feeling’ To Get DVD/Blu-Ray Release on March 3rd

January 11, 2017 XS Noize

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds have announced the release on DVD and Blu-ray of One More Time Feeling – the feature film about the making of their universally acclaimed album Skeleton Tree directed by […]

LAURA MARLING - Reveals 'Wild Fire' as second track from new album 'Semper Femina'
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LAURA MARLING – Reveals ‘Wild Fire’ as second track from new album ‘Semper Femina’

January 11, 2017 XS Noize

Laura Marling has unveiled Wild Fire, the second track to be lifted from her forthcoming sixth studio album, Semper Femina. Semper Femina is released on 10th March 2017 through Laura’s own More Alarming Records/Kobalt Music […]

Sodastream return with first new album in a decade
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Sodastream return with first new album in a decade

January 10, 2017 XS Noize

2017 will mark twenty years since Karl Smith and Pete Cohen started up their homespun duo, Sodastream. Releasing four albums, four EPs, and a live record during their original lifespan, Sodastream left an indelible mark […]

U2 Announce Joshua Tree 30th Anniversary Shows
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U2 Announce Joshua Tree 30th Anniversary Shows

January 9, 2017 XS Noize

Live Nation today announced that U2 will return to select stadiums this year with U2: The Joshua Tree Tour 2017, in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the band’s classic album. Each show will include […]

THE PIGEON DETECTIVES - Unveil 'Sounding the Alarm' from new album 'Broken Glances' + UK tour
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THE PIGEON DETECTIVES – Unveil ‘Sounding the Alarm’ from new album ‘Broken Glances’ + UK tour

January 6, 2017 XS Noize

Formed in 2002 The Pigeon Detectives are Matt Bowman on lead vocals, Oliver Main and Ryan Wilson on guitars, Dave Best on Bass, and Jimmi Naylor on drums. Friends from school and having known one […]

Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever Share 'Julie's Place' video
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Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever Share ‘Julie’s Place’ video

January 6, 2017 XS Noize

Today, Melbourne’s Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever have shared their new video for ‘Julie’s Place,’ the first single off their forthcoming EP and Sub Pop debut, due later this Spring. After the band spent their video […]

NIGHTLIFE reveal new lyric video and announce debut album and UK tour
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NIGHTLIFE reveal new lyric video and announce debut album and UK tour

January 6, 2017 XS Noize

London based punk rockers NIGHTLIFE announce the details of their debut album ‘Salt & Acid’, due for release on the 24th February 2017. The band have revealed a brand new lyric video for a track […]

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