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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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CAMP CLAUDE unveil new video 'DON'T HOLD BACK' - Watch
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CAMP CLAUDE unveil new video ‘DON’T HOLD BACK’ – Watch

April 15, 2016 XS Noize

Paris based trio Camp Claude leap into the deep end with new video Don’t Hold Back. Don’t Hold Back, with it’s muted disco charm, sun dazed synths and chiming Balearic percussion defining Camp Claude’s agenda. […]

RICHARD ASHCROFT - Announces new single 'Hold On' - Listen
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RICHARD ASHCROFT – Announces new single ‘Hold On’ – Listen

April 15, 2016 XS Noize

Richard Ashcroft has shared new single ‘Hold On’, taken from his fourth solo album These People, that will be released on his new Righteous Phonographic Association label via Cooking Vinyl Records on 20th May. ‘Hold […]

SYKOYA to release 'STRANGE NIGHT' EP in May
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SYKOYA to release ‘STRANGE NIGHT’ EP in May

April 14, 2016 XS Noize

Sykoya may be new to the scene, but are already receiving high praise for their distinctive sound and timeless mixture of indie electronic and dream pop tracks. Drawing comparisons to the likes of London Grammar, […]

EDDIE PROVE shares new song 'Never Cared' from debut EP
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EDDIE PROVE shares new song ‘Never Cared’ from debut EP

April 14, 2016 XS Noize

Eddie Prové is a name everyone will soon be hearing about as the twenty-three year old singer-songwriter’s outstanding talent has begun receiving recognition. After being compared to huge artists including Years & Years as well […]

FERAL LOVE share new single 'Like the Wind' - Listen
New Music

FERAL LOVE share new single ‘Like the Wind’ – Listen

April 14, 2016 XS Noize

Feral Love’s new single ‘Like the Wind’ is a beautifully crafted slice of electro-pop boasting intricate layers of soaring, emotive vocals set against dreamy synth lines. Feral Love formed when Adele Emmas and Christian Sandford […]

BOB MOULD releases video for single "HOLD ON" - Watch
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BOB MOULD releases video for single “HOLD ON” – Watch

April 13, 2016 XS Noize

“Hold On,” the latest single from Bob Mould’s critically acclaimed—and recent #1 selling vinyl LP and U.S. Top 100-charting—latest album Patch The Sky (Merge), is also the first track written for the album. Originally conceived […]

STRANGE COLLECTIVE Announce ‘Super Touchy’ EP - Listen to 'Heavy'
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STRANGE COLLECTIVE Announce ‘Super Touchy’ EP – Listen to ‘Heavy’

April 13, 2016 XS Noize

Liverpool quartet, Strange Collective, are pleased to announce they will release their debut EP ‘Super Touchy’ via Salvation Records on 1st July 2016. To celebrate the news they’re streaming brand new single ‘Heavy’ in full […]

WUSSY  Announce Record Store Day single "Ceremony"
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WUSSY Announce Record Store Day single “Ceremony”

April 13, 2016 XS Noize

Ceremony is a RSD exclusive single featuring two new unheard tracks from Cincinnati’s Wussy, released by Damnably records on Gold Vinyl. The band will be heading out on tour in the UK on 27 April, […]

MONEY share new song, 'Three Days Drinking And As Many Lovers Too' + Announce UK live dates
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MONEY share new song, ‘Three Days Drinking And As Many Lovers Too’ + Announce UK live dates

April 13, 2016 XS Noize

Ahead of a string of live dates that started Last night in Dunfermline with Frightened Rabbit, MONEY have shared new song, ‘Three Days Drinking And As Many Lovers Too’, which was recorded during the Suicide […]

Listen to 'GETAWAY' the brand new single from BLOSSOMS 2
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Listen to ‘GETAWAY’ the brand new single from BLOSSOMS

April 13, 2016 XS Noize

Blossoms have revealed their brand new track ‘Getaway’ which is available online now. The new song was recorded at Parr St. Studios in Liverpool with James Skelly and Rich Turvey. The single is Blossoms at […]

TOOTHLESS Unveils Stunning Debut Video for 'TERRA' - Watch
New Music

TOOTHLESS Unveils Stunning Debut Video for ‘TERRA’ – Watch

April 12, 2016 XS Noize

Toothless has unveiled his debut video for opening statement, Terra – made by Joseph & Joseph and Kit Monteith. The track will be released on the 13th May 2016 through Transgressive/ParadYse Records (Marika Hackman/Spring King/Blaenavon) […]

The ENEMY - announce 4th Album 'It's Automatic' and UK Tour Dates
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THE ENEMY Announce Farewell UK Shows

April 12, 2016 XS Noize

After ten years, one of Britain’s best loved, home grown indie talents have announced they will disband in 2016, but not before they have one last hurrah and bring their stunning back catalogue of anthems […]

THE VRYLL SOCIETY Reveal New Single 'Self Realization'
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Psych Rockers THE VRYLL SOCIETY Reveal Latest Track ‘La Jetee’ – Listen

April 11, 2016 XS Noize

Deltasonic’s psychedelic rockers The Vryll Society have announced the release of their brand new single La Jetee, the latest track from one of Liverpool’s most exciting emerging bands. La Jetee, a sixties French pop aesthetics […]

ISKA DHAAF premiere new video 'INVISIBLE CITIES' with Mass Appeal - Watch
New Music

ISKA DHAAF premiere new video ‘INVISIBLE CITIES’ with Mass Appeal – Watch

April 11, 2016 XS Noize

In 2011 Nathan Quiroga (Mad Rad, Buffalo Madonna) and Benjamin Verdoes (Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band) left their respective Seattle-based projects behind and began collaboration on Iska Dhaaf. The band was quickly embraced for their […]

ERIC CLAPTON to release 23rd studio album 'I Still Do' in May 2
New Music

ERIC CLAPTON to release 23rd studio album ‘I Still Do’ in May

April 8, 2016 XS Noize

Music legend Eric Clapton has reunited with famed producer Glyn Johns for his forthcoming 23rd studio album I Still Do, set for release on May 20, 2016 on his Bushbranch Records/Surfdog Records. Clapton and Johns […]

PAUL SIMON returns with new album 'STRANGER TO STRANGER' - listen to track
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PAUL SIMON returns with new album ‘STRANGER TO STRANGER’ – listen to track

April 7, 2016 XS Noize

Paul Simon will release Stranger to Stranger, his 13th solo album on June 3rd, 2016 via Virgin EMI. Full of thrilling, imaginative textures, Stranger to Strangerconjures a vivid and vital new context to Simon’s well-established […]

PUBLIC SERVICE BROADCASTING to release 'THE RACE FOR SPACE / REMIXES' ALBUM
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PUBLIC SERVICE BROADCASTING to release ‘THE RACE FOR SPACE / REMIXES’ ALBUM

April 7, 2016 XS Noize

The Race For Space, Public Service Broadcasting’s second album, was unveiled in February 2015 at two special shows at the National Space Centre and went on to become one of the outstanding success stories of […]

CAT'S EYES gatecrash Buckingham Palace & perform "WE'LL BE WAITING"
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CAT’S EYES gatecrash Buckingham Palace & perform “WE’LL BE WAITING”

April 6, 2016 XS Noize

Pop duo Cat’s Eyes have gatecrashed a private art talk for a group of guests at Buckingham Palace, which included a foreign diplomat. The guests believed they were listening to authentic renaissance era compositions linked […]

NEWS: ANIMAL NOISE share video for forthcoming single 'Sink or Swim' - watch
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NEWS: ANIMAL NOISE share video for forthcoming single ‘Sink or Swim’ – watch

April 6, 2016 XS Noize

The incredibly striking video from Animal Noise, created by Maria Rocha, blends live action with a range of animation techniques to create an alternate reality; intricate pen and ink drawings are juxtaposed with collage landscapes, […]

NEWS: Manchester's Indie favourites THE RAINBAND announce the release of new single 'STORM'
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Manchester’s indie favs THE RAINBAND release debut album ‘SATELLITE SUNRISE’

April 5, 2016 XS Noize

Manchester’s Indie favourites release their highly anticipated debut album ‘Satellite Sunrise’ Spring sees the band touring their new album across the UK as well as headlining the Italian Moto GP. As 2016 progresses, The Rainband […]

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