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        • ASH
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          ASH announce Live and In Conversation – Celebrating 30 Years of 1977 at Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast

          April 20, 2026

          Ash will mark 30 years to the day since the release of their iconic debut album 1977 with a special one-night-only event on 6 May 2026. Set to be a memorable evening for fans old […]

          Graham Coxon
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          Graham Coxon Announces Lost 2011 Solo Album ‘Castle Park’ — Listen to ‘Billy Says’

          April 20, 2026

          Transgressive Records today announced the first-time release of a never-before-heard solo studio album from Graham Coxon. Titled Castle Park and recorded in 2011, the previously unreleased record will be available on 19 June, 2026 and […]

          da Googie
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          Da Googie + Cara Tivey announce ‘The Golden Thread’ live at Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast

          April 20, 2026

          da Googie is the solo project of Deb Googe, the bass player in My Bloody Valentine and Thurston Moore Group. da Googie blends traditional basslines with more abstract noises and field recordings to create songs […]

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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 […]

        • 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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Civil Twilight debut ethereal rendition of Billy Idol's "Dancing With Myself" - Listen
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Civil Twilight debut ethereal rendition of Billy Idol’s “Dancing With Myself” – Listen

July 4, 2016 XS Noize

The now Nashville based Civil Twilight are living proof of what happens when you stop worrying about being the chosen one and make music built on both the roots that grew you and the love […]

Track Of The Day: White Room - 'Think Too Much'
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Brighton Rockers White Room Drop Video For New Single ‘Think Too Much’ – Watch

July 1, 2016 XS Noize

Following the extremely positive reaction last month, White Room have revealed their video for new single Think Too Much. The track, a serrated blend of sky-gaze psychedelia and raucous distortion, showcases the Brighton rockers’ undoubted […]

Van Morrison announces new album 'KEEP ME SINGING' plus seven UK live dates for autumn 2016 1
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Van Morrison announces new album ‘KEEP ME SINGING’ plus seven UK live dates for autumn 2016

June 30, 2016 XS Noize

The legendary Van Morrison will release his brand new album ‘Keep Me Singing’ on September 30th through Caroline Records. The album’s lead single, ‘Too Late’, will also be released that day. Van will perform seven […]

The Verve - A Storm In Heaven / A Northern Soul to be reissued with bonus content
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The Verve – A Storm In Heaven / A Northern Soul to be reissued with bonus content

June 30, 2016 XS Noize

Back then, of course, they were known simply as ‘Verve’… But can it really be almost 25 years since Richard Ashcroft (vocals), Nick McCabe (guitars), Simon Jones (bass) and Pete Salisbury, (drums) arrived like a […]

Teenage Fanclub to release new album 'Here' on September 9th
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Teenage Fanclub Announce UK Tour Dates

June 29, 2016 XS Noize

Six years used to be a lifetime in rock’n’roll. Kids driven by the urgency of youth form bonds, plug in, play gigs, find a label. Acclaim, exhaustion, over and out. Teenage Fanclub’s early years were […]

Blossoms Reveal Brand New video For Charlemagne - Watch
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Blossoms Reveal Brand New video For Charlemagne – Watch

June 29, 2016 XS Noize

Blossoms have been carefully carving out their position in the canon of Great British Rock’n’Roll ever since the start of the year where they were listed as No. 4 on The BBC Sound Poll list […]

White Lies Announce New Album 'Friends' to be released October 7th - Listen to track
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White Lies Announce New Album ‘Friends’ to be released October 7th – Listen to track

June 28, 2016 XS Noize

After three consecutive Top 5 albums, White Lies have announced that they will release their fourth album ‘Friends’ on October 7th. The first release under a new deal with BMG, ‘Friends’ follows their #1 debut […]

Lonely The Brave announce 'Dust & Bones' EP and UK headline tour
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Lonely The Brave announce ‘Dust & Bones’ EP and UK headline tour

June 27, 2016 XS Noize

Following the recent release of their critically acclaimed second album, “Things Will Matter”, and fresh from playing main support to Biffy Clyro at the weekend, Lonely The Brave today announce the “Dust & Bones” EP. […]

Wolf Alice announce boxset release ahead of Glastonbury appearance
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Wolf Alice announce boxset release ahead of Glastonbury appearance

June 23, 2016 XS Noize

Ahead of their appearance on the Pyramid stage at Glastonbury this weekend, Wolf Alice have unveiled the video to current single ‘Lisbon’. Created and directed by Eat The Danger, the video sees the band venturing […]

Teenage Fanclub to release new album 'Here' on September 9th
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Teenage Fanclub to release new album ‘Here’ on September 9th

June 23, 2016 XS Noize

One of the UK’s most celebrated bands, Teenage Fanclub, make their their long-awaited return with the release of their tenth album, Here, on 9th September. The LP will be released on the band’s own PeMa […]

DMA's announce Glastonbury Performance and Reveal New Video for 'Timeless'
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DMA’s announce Glastonbury Performance and Reveal New Video for ‘Timeless’

June 23, 2016 XS Noize

DMA’S can finally announce they will be performing at Glastonbury this Thursday 9pm at Williams Green. This coveted sunset slot promises to be a key highlight amongst other UK festival dates this year. The band […]

Holy Holy announce European Tour including London & Leeds
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Holy Holy announce European Tour including London & Leeds

June 22, 2016 David McElroy

Following a sold out show at London’s Lexington at the end of last year, Australian duo HOLY HOLY have announced a much anticipated headline show at London’s Electrowerkz on Tuesday 27 September with tickets going […]

Watch Aphex Twin’s first official music video for 17 years
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Watch Aphex Twin’s first official music video for 17 years

June 21, 2016 XS Noize

Aphex Twin’s first official music video for 17 years; CIRKLON3 [ Колхозная mix ], directed by Ryan Wyer, age 12, of Rush, co. Dublin. Aphex Twin and Warp Records commissioned Ryan to direct, edit and […]

Dinosaur Jr. release video for 'Tiny', taken from new album Give a Glimpse of What Yer Not
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Dinosaur Jr. release video for ‘Tiny’, taken from new album Give a Glimpse of What Yer Not

June 21, 2016 XS Noize

Dinosaur Jr. share the first video FROM their new record, Give a Glimpse of What Yer Not, out August 5th on Jagjaguwar. It’s for the electrifying single ‘Tiny’, (which they recently crushed on Later…with Jools […]

Welsh indie rockers HOMES share new single 'Black Gold - Listen
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Welsh indie rockers HOMES share new single ‘Black Gold – Listen

June 21, 2016 XS Noize

Welsh indie rockers HOMES are about to drop their latest single Black Gold and bring retro-tinged pop into the 21st century. Black Gold is “Monday’s blues and Friday’s booze all mixed into one sentimental pint […]

Archive announce 12-date November 2016 European Tour + new studio album
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ARCHIVE announce new album ‘THE FALSE FOUNDATION, Watch ‘DRIVING IN NAILS’ video

June 20, 2016 XS Noize

South London collective Archive announce details of their tenth studio album ‘The False Foundation’ in October and European tour dates to follow in November. The new album is the follow-up to last year’s critically acclaimed […]

Jagwar Ma announce October UK tour dates
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Jagwar Ma announce October UK tour dates

June 20, 2016 XS Noize

Jagwar Ma have announced a handful of UK headline shows in October, in anticipation of forthcoming details of the follow up to their critically acclaimed breakout debut album Howlin’. The three piece of Jono Ma, […]

Methyl Ethel add further UK live dates & first N. American tour
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Methyl Ethel add further UK live dates & first N. American tour

June 17, 2016 XS Noize

With their debut European tour firmly under their belts, Australian trio Methyl Ethel have confirmed details of a major North American tour, as well as adding further UK live shows to their summer schedule. The […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: VIOLA BEACH - BOYS THAT SING
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VIOLA BEACH – Album To Be Released 29th July

June 17, 2016 XS Noize

A 9-track album of music by Viola Beach will be released on 29 July via the band’s own label Fuller Beans Records. Listen to lead single ‘Boys That Sing’ here. Announced earlier today, the band’s […]

FIDLAR and The Flaming Lips collaborate on 'Punks' video - Watch
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FIDLAR and The Flaming Lips collaborate on ‘Punks’ video – Watch

June 15, 2016 XS Noize

LA quartet FIDLAR have shared a new video for ‘Punks’. Created in collaboration with fellow DIY-minded band The Flaming Lips, the dystopian clip follows a working class protagonist’s ill-fated journey to outer space to join […]

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