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          Glen Hansard Announces ‘Don+t Settle – Transmissions West,’ Recorded Live at Berlin’s Funkhaus

          June 2, 2026

          Glen Hansard has announced that Don+t Settle – Transmissions West, the second volume of his new album Don+t Settle – Transmissions East & West, will be released on June 26th, 2026. Recorded over two nights […]

          Belle & Sebastian
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          Belle and Sebastian release Scotland World Cup anthem ‘It Only Takes One Lion’

          June 2, 2026

          Belle & Sebastian dial up World Cup fever with ‘It Only Takes One Lion’, their bid for Scotland’s tournament anthem. Written following Scotland’s 4-2 qualifying win against Denmark and premiered at London’s Royal Albert Hall […]

          Duran Duran
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          Duran Duran announce Belfast show at the SSE Arena on 18th October

          June 1, 2026

          Global music icons Duran Duran have announced their first full UK arena tour in three years. Taking place in October, the shows land amongst another landmark year for Duran Duran, surrounded by the release of […]

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        • Album Reviews

          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 […]

          Mull Historical Society
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Mull Historical Society – In My Mind There’s a Photograph

          May 26, 2026

          For Mull Historical Society’s last album, Colin MacIntyre — who is, in essence, Mull Historical Society — invited acclaimed authors to write lyrics for his musical compositions. The result was 2023’s In My Mind There’s […]

        • 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

          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance

          May 14, 2026

          Kiefer Sutherland may be known across the world as an actor and producer, but on stage at Union Chapel, that part of his life felt almost beside the point. With his fourth album, Grey, due […]

        • 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
          Podcast

          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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PET SHOP BOYS Release “THE POP KIDS” (THE REMIXES) March 18 - listen
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Pet Shop Boys announce 2017 Tour

July 19, 2016 XS Noize

As Pet Shop Boys get ready to perform four sold-out shows this week at the Royal Opera House in London, they are delighted to announce that they will return to the UK with their Super […]

Pixies Announce New album + World Tour - Listen To First Single, "Um Chagga Lagga,"
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PIXIES announce New UK Tour Dates

July 19, 2016 XS Noize

Pixies add six UK shows to their newly announced European tour, including a two-night stint at London’s Brixton Academy. The band also announce a new show in Köln, Germany in addition to their tour on […]

Dodgy announce new album + UK tour dates
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Dodgy announce new album + UK tour dates

July 19, 2016 XS Noize

Dodgy have announced the first run of dates to coincide with the release of their fifth studio album ‘WHAT ARE WE FIGHTING FOR’ released on Friday 2nd September on Cherry Red Records. Dodgy will be […]

Car Seat Headrest Releases "Spotify Sessions" EP
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Car Seat Headrest Releases “Spotify Sessions” EP

July 18, 2016 XS Noize

Slowly but surely, 2016 is becoming the year of Car Seat Headrest. Seattle native Will Toledo’s latest album (and first full-band album for Matador), “Teens of Denial” is becoming a crossover sensation – the kind […]

FEEDER Announce new album 'All Bright Electric'! Listen to New Single 'Universe of Life'
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FEEDER Announce new album ‘All Bright Electric’! Listen to New Single ‘Universe of Life’

July 15, 2016 XS Noize

Following a hugely successful Big Top Headline slot at this summer’s Isle of Wight festival, British rock heroes FEEDER (Grant Nicholas & Taka Hirose) announce their stunning new studio album ‘All Bright Electric’. The band’s […]

Jagwar Ma - Announce new single ‘O B 1’  Watch video HERE
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Jagwar Ma – Announce new single ‘O B 1’ Watch video HERE

July 15, 2016 XS Noize

Jagwar Ma return with new single ‘O B 1’. Premiered last night (July 14th) by Annie Mac on BBC Radio 1, the track is the first taster from the group’s second album titled Every Now […]

Twin Atlantic share video for single 'No Sleep' - Watch
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Twin Atlantic share video for single ‘No Sleep’ – Watch

July 14, 2016 XS Noize

Twin Atlantic have shared their new video for single ‘No Sleep’, taken from anticipated new album ‘GLA’ released on 9th September 2016. Sam McTrusty commented: “It’s a simple video of us in our element. The […]

Beach Slang Announce New Album  'A Loud Bash Of Teenage Feelings' Out September
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Beach Slang Announce New Album ‘A Loud Bash Of Teenage Feelings’ Out September

July 14, 2016 XS Noize

Philadelphia’s Beach Slang is still riding high off their critically acclaimed 2015 debut album The Thing We Do To Find People Who Feel Like Us, and today the band is excited to announce the release […]

Welsh Music Prize winner Georgia Ruth returns with new album Fossil Scale, shares new track The Doldrums
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Welsh Music Prize winner Georgia Ruth returns with new album Fossil Scale, shares new track The Doldrums

July 13, 2016 XS Noize

Welsh singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Georgia Ruth has announced a new album Fossil Scale, due for release on October 7, 2016 via Navigator Records. The record is the follow up to 2013’s Welsh Music Prize winning […]

PJ Harvey Unveils 'Guilty', A Previously Unreleased Track taken from The Hope Six Demolition Project sessions
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PJ Harvey Unveils ‘Guilty’, A Previously Unreleased Track taken from The Hope Six Demolition Project sessions

July 13, 2016 XS Noize

A new and previously unreleased song by PJ Harvey titled ‘Guilty’ – taken from The Hope Six Demolition Project sessions – is released on digital platforms worldwide today. The track was recorded in January 2015 […]

The Lucid Dream to release new album, 'Compulsion Songs' in September
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The Lucid Dream to release new album, ‘Compulsion Songs’ in September

July 12, 2016 XS Noize

Compulsion Songs is the 3rd album from Carlisle’s The Lucid Dream. Rather than bathe in the critical acclaim of their recent 2nd album, The Lucid Dream are quick out the blocks, venturing into pastures new […]

Crystal Castles announce new album 'Amnesty (I)' , Listen to new single 'Char'
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Crystal Castles announce new album ‘Amnesty (I)’ , Listen to new single ‘Char’

July 12, 2016 XS Noize

Crystal Castles have unveiled details of their fourth studio album Amnesty (I) alongside new single ‘Char’, which premiered last night (July 11th) as Annie Mac’s Hottest Record on BBC Radio 1. Following visual previews of […]

NEWS: DIIV ANNOUNCE FULL SPRING TOUR FOR UK / EUROPE
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DIIV Announces London Headline Date at Electric Ballroom

July 12, 2016 XS Noize

This year saw the release of “Is the Is Are”, the much-anticipated second album from Brooklyn band DIIV, to great acclaim. Publications from NME to Time Out and Wonderland praised its expansive ambition and unwieldy […]

David Holmes reveals new single 'This Is The Time' - Listen
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David Holmes reveals new single ‘This Is The Time’ – Listen

July 11, 2016 XS Noize

‘Unloved’ is new cinematic-inspired project of acclaimed DJ, producer and Novello Award winning film scorer, David Holmes (programming & percussion) alongside True Detective TV composer Keefus Cancia (keyboards & programming) and the sultry LA songwriter […]

Crystal Castles unveil video for new track 'Concrete' - Watch
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Crystal Castles unveil video for new track ‘Concrete’ – Watch

July 6, 2016 XS Noize

Crystal Castles have unveiled a video for frenetic new track ‘Concrete’. It follows a preview for a new track titled ‘Femen’ which emerged on the band’s Facebook page last week. In addition, the duo of […]

Deacon Blue Will Release Their Brand New studio Album 'Believers' In September
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Deacon Blue Will Release Their Brand New studio Album ‘Believers’ In September

July 6, 2016 XS Noize

Deacon Blue further their huge creative and commercial renaissance with the release of their brand new studio album, ‘ Believers’ on September 30. ‘Believers’ is the third part of a trilogy begun with ‘The Hipsters’ […]

Tim Burgess and Peter Gordon announce details of a new album - Listen to track
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Tim Burgess and Peter Gordon announce details of a new album – Listen to track

July 6, 2016 XS Noize

Tim Burgess and Peter Gordon have announced details of a new album. ‘Same Language, Different Worlds’ will be released through Burgess’s own label O Genesis on 2nd September 2016. The pair will also embark on […]

Pixies Announce New album + World Tour - Listen To First Single, "Um Chagga Lagga,"
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Pixies Announce New album + World Tour – Listen To First Single, “Um Chagga Lagga,”

July 6, 2016 XS Noize

Pixies announce that their sophomore “post-reunion” album, Head Carrier, will be released on September 30 (Pixiesmusic/Play It Again Sam) The 12-track collection of the band’s unique aural mix of surrealism, psychedelia, dissonance and surf rock […]

COURTNEY BARNETT RELEASES NEW SONG "THREE PACKS A DAY",  LISTEN NOW
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Courtney Barnett releases video feat. Sleater-Kinney, Jeff Tweedy & more

July 6, 2016 XS Noize

The past few years have seen the meteoric rise of Courtney Barnett to the higher echelons of indie rock superstardom. If her debut LP Sometimes I Sit and Think, And Sometimes I Just Sit finally […]

FEEDER Announce 2016 Tour ahead of new album announcement
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FEEDER Announce 2016 Tour ahead of new album announcement

July 5, 2016 XS Noize

Following a hugely successful Big Top Headline slot at this summer’s Isle of Wight festival, British rock heroes FEEDER (Grant Nicholas & Taka Hirose) today announce their full live return to the UK and Ireland […]

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