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        • 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 […]

          The Reytons
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          The Reytons announce trailblazing world tour with Belfast show at The Telegraph Building

          April 20, 2026

          From number one albums to headlining major festivals, John Fury boxing bootcamps to band member substitutes with Gary Neville, indie juggernauts The Reytons have done it all. Against all odds, UK Music’s biggest underdogs keep […]

          madonna
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          Madonna Releases ‘I Feel So Free’ from Forthcoming Album ‘Confessions II’

          April 18, 2026

          After being serviced early to select DJs and clubs – sending demand into overdrive, Madonna releases ‘I Feel So Free’ from her forthcoming album Confessions II.  Produced by Madonna and Stuart Price, the song is […]

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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 […]

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          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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CAPE CUB announces debut EP + reveals video to lead track 'Closer'.
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CAPE CUB announces debut EP + reveals video to lead track ‘Closer’.

March 3, 2016 XS Noize

Marske-by-the-Sea artist Cape Cub will release his debut EP, Closer, on 25th March – watch the stunning visuals to its title track below. Having accumulated huge numbers of plays across SoundCloud and Spotify with his […]

Singer-songwriter JAMES HOLT to release 'Sanguine on the Rocks' EP in APRL
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Singer-songwriter JAMES HOLT to release ‘Sanguine on the Rocks’ EP in APRL

March 3, 2016 XS Noize

James Holt, a singer/songwriter from Manchester is receiving widespread attention for his unique blend of alternative rock and folk. The twenty-two year old has produced a collection of songs which belie his age. This is […]

FIELD MUSIC - announce new album 'Commontime'
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FIELD MUSIC announce biggest-ever headline shows + share new remix

March 3, 2016 XS Noize

Following the recent release of Commontime, perhaps Field Music’s most celebrated album thus far and definitely the first to crack the top 40, the Sunderland duo have announced their biggest headline tour to date, including […]

THE HOTSPUR PRESS Release 'All You Know' from forthcoming EP
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THE HOTSPUR PRESS Release ‘All You Know’ from forthcoming EP

March 2, 2016 XS Noize

The Hotspur Press are four friends who share a lot of history. They’ve been playing in bands together since high school, only taking a break to allow vocalist Dan to obtain his law degree, but […]

BIGG To Release Debut EP 	- 'Lock Up Your Daughters' in April
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BIGG To Release Debut EP – ‘Lock Up Your Daughters’ in April

March 2, 2016 XS Noize

BIGG formed from the ashes of Beat Magnets, a successful UK indie band that completed two UK tours, played two festivals, headlined local shows and supported the Wombats. Reading based brothers Tom & James met […]

KATE JACKSON (of the Long Blondes) announces debut solo album, British Road Movies, due 20th May
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KATE JACKSON (of the Long Blondes) announces debut solo album, British Road Movies, due 20th May

March 1, 2016 XS Noize

The Road: Lines of tarmac separating villages, towns and cities. The mission: to map stories from the in-between. Motorways, trunk routes, junctions and roundabouts, bridges and contours. Whose stories live on the road? Runaway lovers, […]

M83 Announces New Album 'JUNK' & Listen To First Single 'Do It, Try It' 2
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M83 Announces New Album ‘JUNK’ & Listen To First Single ‘Do It, Try It’

March 1, 2016 XS Noize

M83, aka Anthony Gonzalez, announces the highly anticipated details of his forthcoming full-length album, JUNK, out 8th April on Naive. Following the critically acclaimed silver album “Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming,” featuring Grammy nominated single “Midnight […]

RICHARD ASHCROFT announces two exclusive UK live shows
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Richard Ashcroft Unveils Video for New Single ‘This Is How It Feels’ – Watch

March 1, 2016 XS Noize

Richard Ashcroft today releases the video for his new single ‘This Is How It Feels’, taken from his fourth solo album ‘These People’, that will be released on his new Righteous Phonographic Association label via […]

The 2UBEXTRA Music Festival Live returns on 13th April 2016
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The 2UBEXTRA Music Festival Live returns on 13th April 2016

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Liverpool’s first and only independent online music festival The 2ubeXtra returns on 13th April 2016. Once again, The 2ube are building up to this year’s festival by staging weekly 2ube Live shows every Friday night, […]

Watch FLORENCE + THE MACHINE Cover FLEETWOOD MAC at Passport to BRITs Week for War Child charity
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Watch FLORENCE + THE MACHINE Cover FLEETWOOD MAC at Passport to BRITs Week for War Child charity

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Florence + the Machine played an intimate acoustic show on Friday at St John at Hackney in London as part of Passport to BRITs Week together with O2, a week of fundraising gigs offering fans […]

AFI's DAVEY HAVOK and JADE PUGET Announce BLAQK AUDIO's "The Material Tour"
Gigs

AFI’s DAVEY HAVOK and JADE PUGET Announce BLAQK AUDIO’s “The Material Tour”

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Los Angeles, CA (February 29, 2016) – DAVEY HAVOK and JADE PUGET have announced a string of live shows for their electronic alter ego, BLAQK AUDIO. The dates will begin May 4th at the House […]

DEACON BLUE To Play Belfast in November
Gigs

DEACON BLUE To Play Belfast in November

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Deacon Blue will play Belfast Waterfront and Dublin’s Olympia Theatre in November with special guests Lewis & Leigh. Tickets on sale Friday. Deacon Blue were never hipsters. With six million album sales, 12 UK Top […]

TULIPOMANIA Release 4th album 'THIS GILDED AGE'
New Music

TULIPOMANIA Release 4th album ‘THIS GILDED AGE’

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Hailing from Philadelphia, Tulipomania boast gritty guitars underpinned by a brooding rhythm section to provide a backdrop for compelling and atmospheric vocals. Band members Tom Murray (lead vocals, bass, drums) and Cheryl Gelover (synthesizer, background […]

BRIAN ENO To Release New Album THE SHIP, Released 29th April 2
New Music

BRIAN ENO To Release New Album THE SHIP, Released 29th April

February 25, 2016 XS Noize

The Ship, the new album by Brian Eno, will be released on Friday 29th April 2016 via Warp Records. The Ship is Eno’s first solo record since 2012’s Grammy-nominated LUX. Originally conceived from experiments with […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE WHOLLS - ‘X21’ (VIDEO)
Gigs

The WHOLLS release new tracks ahead of UK tour

February 25, 2016 XS Noize

This rule-breaking band began their career by sneaking into their would-be manager’s grounds, then setting up a PA on the lawn and playing their hearts out without invitation – it was clear these guys were […]

BETSY has premiered the striking video for ‘Fair’, Watch here
New Music

BETSY has premiered the striking video for ‘Fair’, Watch here

February 24, 2016 XS Noize

Betsy has premiered the striking video for ‘Fair’, the title track off her forthcoming debut solo EP via Warner Brothers / Columbia Records. It has already surpassed 700,000 plays in in 1 month, made the […]

WIRE announce new album & share first single! 'Nocturnal Koreans' - Listen
Gigs

WIRE announce new album & share first single! ‘Nocturnal Koreans’ – Listen

February 24, 2016 XS Noize

Following the release of their self-titled album last year, Wire return with news of a new mini-album ‘Nocturnal Koreans’, due April 29th via pinkflag. The band are sharing the first single & album titled track […]

MASSIVE ATTACK return with RITUAL SPIRIT EP and live dates
New Music

MASSIVE ATTACK Premiere the Video for “VOODOO IN MY BLOOD”

February 23, 2016 XS Noize

Massive Attack have today premiered the brand new video for “Voodoo In My Blood”. Directed by Ringan Ledwidge, the video is available to watch right now below. “Am I involved?… Someone said the girl in […]

BLUR Documentary "NEW WORLD TOWERS" Available To Buy/Rent From February 23rd
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BLUR Documentary “NEW WORLD TOWERS” Available To Buy/Rent From February 23rd

February 23, 2016 XS Noize

Relaying a rousing story of unfinished business, creative spontaneity and enduring friendship and set against the backdrop of two brilliant live performances, the award winning New World Towers, a new documentary film on Blur, will […]

RICHARD ASHCROFT announces two exclusive UK live shows
Gigs

RICHARD ASHCROFT announces two exclusive UK live shows

February 23, 2016 XS Noize

Richard Ashcroft will make a much-awaited return to the stage in the UK in 2016. Following the announcement of his first new album in six years, These People, he will be playing two special intimate […]

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