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          30 Years of Fugees’ Iconic Album ‘The Score’ to Be Celebrated at Belfast’s Oh Yeah Centre

          April 24, 2026

          As part of CQAF 26, join us as we celebrate 30 years of the Fugees’ iconic album The Score with Blackjack + Jai Sian offering their take on this classic. From São Paulo to Belfast […]

          MUSE
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          MUSE unleash heavy new single ‘Cryogen’ from forthcoming album The Wow! Signal

          April 24, 2026

          MUSE release their fiery new single, “Cryogen.” The explosive track is the third taste of the band’s forthcoming tenth studio album, The Wow! Signal, which they announced in a broadcast from space last month and […]

          Tricky
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          TRICKY announces new album ‘Different When It’s Silent’ and shares new single ‘Out Of Place’

          April 22, 2026

          The legendary artist and producer Tricky today announces his new album, Different When It’s Silent, out 17 July 2026 via False Idols. His 15th studio album and first full-length release under his own name in six […]

  • 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
        • Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

          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 […]

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New COLDPLAY album will be on Spotify in 'next few days'
New Music

New COLDPLAY album will be on Spotify in ‘next few days’

December 7, 2015 XS Noize

The New Coldplay album will be on Spotify in ‘next few days’. Having already been on rival streaming service Tidal since its release, A Head Full Of Dreams will be made available on Spotify later […]

PRIMAL SCREAM announce new album 'CHAOSMOSIS' + intimate UK shows
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PRIMAL SCREAM announce new album ‘CHAOSMOSIS’ + intimate UK shows

December 7, 2015 XS Noize

Primal Scream release the follow up to their critically acclaimed ‘More Light’ album on March 18th 2016. ‘Chaosmosis’ is released on the band’s own First International label (through Ignition Records). ‘Chaosmosis’ is the band’s 11th […]

Real life cat LIL BUB shares new video 'New Gravity'
New Music

Real life cat LIL BUB shares new video ‘New Gravity’

December 7, 2015 XS Noize

Today marks the first ever release of a concept album from a magical space cat. Lil BUB is releasing her debut album ‘Science & Magic’ via Joyful Noise Recordings. To celebrate the release, Lil BUB […]

KULA SHAKER announce February album and tour, listen to new track 'Infinite Sun'
Gigs

KULA SHAKER announce February album and tour, listen to new track ‘Infinite Sun’

December 7, 2015 XS Noize

Kula Shaker have finally emerged from the silence and mark their return with a new album a series of special live dates throughout the UK & Beyond. On 12 February 2016 the band will release […]

Watch the electronic version of THE ANCHORESS new single 'You & Only You' ft Philip Reach
New Music

Watch the electronic version of THE ANCHORESS new single ‘You & Only You’ ft Philip Reach

December 7, 2015 XS Noize

Songs can evolve in all sorts of directions. Rising star The Anchoress’ new single ‘You And Only You’ is no different. Testament to this are the five versions of the track available on the You […]

REVEREND AND THE MAKERS Announce New Album & Film 'MIRRORS
Gigs

REVEREND AND THE MAKERS join THE LIBERTINES and THE COURTEENERS on 2016 tour dates

December 3, 2015 XS Noize

Reverend and The Makers, whose new album, Mirrors, was their fifth to go Top Twenty in the UK album charts last month, have just been announced as special guests on the forthcoming tours with The […]

ANDREW WEATHERALL ANNOUNCES HIS FIRST SOLO ALBUM SINCE 2009 “CONVENANZA”
New Music

ANDREW WEATHERALL ANNOUNCES HIS FIRST SOLO ALBUM SINCE 2009 “CONVENANZA”

December 3, 2015 XS Noize

‘Convenanza’ is the sound of Andrew Weatherall looking back at the clutter of a life thoroughly lived and realising it’s too late to tidy it up in any meaningful way. It would be marvellous to […]

PESKY to release 'SMELLS LIKE TWEEN SPIRIT' Mini-album in October
New Music

PESKY’S GIANT SCHOOL-HALL-OF-SOUND! – 7 Piece Pre-Teens Pesky! unveil Xmas Cover/Single 

December 2, 2015 XS Noize

The Truth: Pesky! are still seven kids from Ulverston, Cumbria, a small market town on the edge of the Lake District. They consist of Megan Cooper (vocals), Niamh Angell (vocals), Patsy Gillam (bass), Kate Stamp […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE ANCHORESS - 'POPULAR'
New Music

THE ANCHORESS unveils video for ‘You and Only You’ featuring Mansun’s Paul Draper

December 2, 2015 XS Noize

Renaissance woman, and force of nature Catherine Anne Davies aka The Anchoress, aka Catherine A.D. has announced her debut album Confessions of A Romantic Novelist which is released on January 8, 2016.  The album was […]

TAME IMPALA: First Official Single "'Cause I'm A Man" Shared TODAY! - Listen
Gigs

TAME IMPALA win big at the ARIA Awards and drop video for ‘The Less I Know The Better’…

December 2, 2015 XS Noize

Following a massive week seeing them win 5 awards at the ARIA Awards, including Album of the Year, Best Group, and Best Rock Album, Tame Impala have just dropped the awesome new video for ‘The […]

SUEDE - Release 'Dog Man Star' - 20th Anniversary Live At The Royal Albert Hall set
Gigs

SUEDE REVEAL BRAND NEW VIDEO FOR ‘LIKE KIDS’ AND ANNOUNCE ADDITIONAL 2016 TOUR DATES

December 2, 2015 XS Noize

Having premiered the new album and accompanying film during two consecutive nights at London’s Roundhouse, Suede have announced additional tour dates for 2016. They will be performing in London and Leeds. At these shows the […]

DJANGO DJANGO GEAR UP FOR HUGE UK SHOWS TO SEE OUT 2015
Gigs

DJANGO DJANGO GEAR UP FOR HUGE UK SHOWS TO SEE OUT 2015

December 1, 2015 XS Noize

Rounding off what has been a stellar year for the cosmic pop outfit, DJANGO DJANGO are now preparing to hit the road for what will be the biggest UK dates of their career so far. […]

MONEY - Share new single, 'I'll Be The Night'  Taken from Suicide Songs, released January 1
Gigs

MONEY – Share new single, ‘I’ll Be The Night’ Taken from Suicide Songs, released January

December 1, 2015 XS Noize

In 2013, MONEY released their debut album The Shadow Of Heaven, following only a handful of concerts that felt more like communions in out-of-the-way venues, advertised only by word-of-mouth. The record sounded similarly crafted – […]

CHEATAHS share new song, 'Su-pra' + announce UK & US live dates
Gigs

CHEATAHS announce new single, Freak Waves + London headline show in January and new European shows

December 1, 2015 XS Noize

Having seen out 2015 with a run of live shows and the release of their second album, Mythologies, to high acclaim, Cheatahs are pleased to announce details of new single Freak Waves, which will be […]

LELAND SUNDRIES - Debut Album – Music For Outcasts  Out February
New Music

LELAND SUNDRIES – Debut Album – Music For Outcasts Out February

December 1, 2015 XS Noize

Crackling garage rock meets literate indie rock in a sound marinated in the extremes of New York City on Music For Outcasts, the full-length debut and first UK/European release for Leland Sundries. It comes out […]

BLUE SOAP MUSIC partner with MANCHESTER CITY FC 1
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BLUE SOAP MUSIC partner with MANCHESTER CITY FC

November 30, 2015 XS Noize

Blue Soap Radio Plugging and PR have today announced they are working with Manchester City Football Club to provide pre-match entertainment at the Etihad Stadium’s City Square. Andrea from Blue Soap Radio Plugging and PR: […]

ARCHIVE announce remix album “Unrestricted”, listen to Clarence Clarity's remix of 'Ladders'
New Music

ARCHIVE announce remix album “Unrestricted”, listen to Clarence Clarity’s remix of ‘Ladders’

November 30, 2015 XS Noize

Following excellent reviews for their latest album ‘Restriction’, released in January this year on their own Dangervisit label, and currently nearing the end of a huge European tour, ARCHIVE return with the aptly titled Unrestricted, […]

BLUR RETURN! -  New Album 'THE MAGIC WHIP' Out April 27th - Listen to new track 'Go Out' here 2
New Music

BLUR SHARE “THIS IS A LOW” CLIP FROM “NEW WORLD TOWERS” WATCH NOW

November 30, 2015 XS Noize

New World Towers is the new documentary film on Blur, spanning the last few years of the band’s life. Directed by Sam Wrench, it records the genesis of the latest album “The Magic Whip”, from […]

JONI FULLER and AUROVINE Make History
Gigs

JONI FULLER and AUROVINE Make History

November 28, 2015 XS Noize

Friday 27th November 2015, the day history was made by Joni Fuller, an award-winning songwriter and classically trained multi-instrumentalist. Joni Fuller will be releasing her high-energy, indie folk/pop song ‘Everybody Says So’ through existing digital […]

SLIM TWIG unveils video for 'Live In, Live On Your Era’ - Watch
Gigs

SLIM TWIG unveils video for ‘Live In, Live On Your Era’ – Watch

November 27, 2015 XS Noize

Currently on his first EU tour, DFA Records’ Slim Twig has unveiled the video for ‘Live In, Live On Your Era’, taken from his acclaimed album Thank You For Stickin’ With Twig. The video supports […]

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