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          News

          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 […]

          Mae Stephens
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          Mae Stephens drops the delulu song of the summer with new single ‘Delusional’

          April 17, 2026

          Mae Stephens recently told followers that she thought she had written “the delulu song of the summer” and today’s release of the new single ‘Delusional’ proves that she was correct. It comes as she has […]

          The Ordinary Boys
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          The Ordinary Boys celebrate their 20th anniversary comeback with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’

          April 17, 2026

          After over a decade-long hiatus, The Ordinary Boys today make their musical return with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’ – a superb offering that draws on the Worthing band’s synonymous indie-ska roots and arrives via […]

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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
        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

  • 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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U2 iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE TOUR RETURNS TO PARIS
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U2 iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE TOUR RETURNS TO PARIS

November 23, 2015 XS Noize

U2 will return to Paris in early December to play their two concerts postponed from earlier in November. The new dates – Sunday, December 6th and Monday, December 7th at the Accorhotels Arena in Bercy […]

WOLF ALICE - unveil new video for 'Freazy'
Gigs

WOLF ALICE – unveil new video for ‘Freazy’

November 23, 2015 XS Noize

Fresh off the back of being shortlisted for the prestigious Mercury Prize, North London’s Wolf Alice are today revealing the video to their latest single, ‘Freazy’. With the band known for producing wonderfully brilliant videos […]

DAVID BOWIE - shares "Blackstar" Video
New Music

DAVID BOWIE – shares “Blackstar” Video

November 20, 2015 XS Noize

David Bowie has shared a 10-minute video of ‘Blackstar’ the title track of his forthcoming album due for release in January. The video by breaking Bad director Johan Renck, begins in space and gets crazy. There’s […]

THE ARKIVE announces THE FALL reissues 2
New Music

THE FALL – to release ‘Wise Ol’ Man’ EP in January

November 19, 2015 XS Noize

Set for release on Cherry Red Records this January, Wise Ol’ Man is a new EP from The Fall featuring new songs, remixed and instrumental cuts from 2015’s Sub-Lingual Tablet…all with the trademark Fall sound. […]

SHONEN KNIFE - celebrate 35th Anniversary with UK & Eire 2016 tour announcement
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SHONEN KNIFE – celebrate 35th Anniversary with UK & Eire 2016 tour announcement

November 19, 2015 XS Noize

Shonen Knife celebrate their 35th Anniversary with their most extensive UK & Ireland Tour to date in 2016. A new album is due for release just before the tour on Damnably. Shonen Knife, the All-Female […]

JARVIS COCKER - celebrates the music of Thunderbirds...
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JARVIS COCKER – celebrates the music of Thunderbirds…

November 19, 2015 XS Noize

Pulp frontman and broadcaster, Jarvis Cocker joins forces with British conductor Charles Hazlewood for a one-of celebration of the music of legendary, Gerry Anderson TV puppet show Thunderbirds at the Colston Hall, Bristol on Tue […]

WE ARE SCIENTISTS & 65DAYSOFSTATIC announced as first headliners for Handmade Festival 2016: / April 29th - 1st May - O2 Academy Leicester 2
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WE ARE SCIENTISTS & 65DAYSOFSTATIC announced as first headliners for Handmade Festival 2016: / April 29th – 1st May – O2 Academy Leicester

November 18, 2015 XS Noize

Handmade Festival will be returning to Leicester’s O2 Academy over May bank holiday weekend (29th April – 1st May 2016) for three days of the finest music, comedy, art, film, performance and photography, hand-picked and […]

SAVAGES - announce brand new album 'ADORE LIFE' - watch video
Gigs

SAVAGES release new track “T.I.W.Y.G.” and announce intimate London & Berlin live dates

November 17, 2015 XS Noize

Following the announcement of their highly anticipated second album, ‘Adore Life’, Savages have today unveiled new track ‘T.I.W.Y.G.’, another unflinching musical attack. ‘Adore Life’ will be released on January 22nd 2016 on Matador Records. Renowned […]

Watch ADELE Perform new song 'When We Were Young'
New Music

Watch ADELE Perform new song ‘When We Were Young’

November 17, 2015 XS Noize

With days to go before Adele releases her highly anticipated new album “25”, the singer-songwriter has premiered a brand new track. Digital Spy reports, The 27-year-old has performed ‘When We Were Young’ in full as […]

SHIPS HAVE SAILED - to release first full length album 'MOODSWINGS' - Listen
New Music

SHIPS HAVE SAILED – to release first full length album ‘MOODSWINGS’ – Listen

November 17, 2015 XS Noize

Ships Have Sailed, an alternative pop-rock duo hailing from Los Angeles, debuted their first EP ‘Someday’ in 2014, gaining extensive airplay on College, NPR, and commercial radio in the US and Canada. The EP’s success […]

ALPHA SHALLOWS - to release 'SET THE FIRES' EP - Listen
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ALPHA SHALLOWS – to release ‘SET THE FIRES’ EP – Listen

November 17, 2015 XS Noize

Alpha Shallows are an Indie Rock band from Leeds/Wakefield who formed in March 2014. This collective came together having all performed in a number of bands across different genres. Bassist Gary infuses a punk/synth feel […]

POLICA announce new album, video and tour, Listen to new track 'Lime Habit'
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POLICA announce new album, video and tour, Listen to new track ‘Lime Habit’

November 16, 2015 XS Noize

United Crushers (4th March 2016, Memphis Industries) is POLIÇA’s third full length release and most remarkable album to date. The band, comprising Channy Leaneagh, dual drummers Drew Christopherson and Ben Ivascu, with Chris Beirden on […]

U2: iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE LIVE IN PARIS HBO PREMIERE SATURDAY NOVEMBER 14 AT 9PM
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U2: iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE LIVE IN PARIS HBO PREMIERE SATURDAY NOVEMBER 14 AT 9PM

November 13, 2015 XS Noize

This weekend, HBO will air one of the most exhilarating and groundbreaking live concert experiences ever staged: U2: iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE LIVE IN PARIS. At 9pm EST on Saturday, November 14, HBO audiences will witness […]

THE STONE ROSES announce massive summer 2016 gigs 1
Gigs

THE STONE ROSES – ANNOUNCE A SHOW AT MARLAY PARK DUBLIN ON JULY 9TH

November 13, 2015 XS Noize

The Stone Roses will play Dublin’s Marlay Park on July 9th, 2016. This adds to their recently announced string of shows taking place at The Etihad Stadium in Manchester, as well as a headliner slot […]

SLIPKNOT - to play  The SSE Arena, Belfast – 15 Feb
Gigs

SLIPKNOT announce very special guests: SUICIDAL TENDENCIES for Belfast show

November 12, 2015 XS Noize

The multi-platinum, Grammy-Award-winning, masked beast that is SLIPKNOT will play The SSE Arena, Belfast on 15th February, with special guests Suicidal Tendencies. After their triumphant return headlining this year’s Download Festival at Donington Park, the […]

WASHINGTON IRVING - Announce new single ‘We Are All Going To Die’ - Listen
Gigs

WASHINGTON IRVING – share video for ‘We Are all Going To Die’

November 12, 2015 XS Noize

Written following a period of unrest within the band, who after embarking upon an intense and ritualistic touring schedule, chance circumstances landed all five members isolated in different parts of rural Scotland. What followed was […]

CATTLE & CANE - Announce début album 'Home'
Gigs

CATTLE & CANE – Announce extensive UK tour for February 2016

November 12, 2015 XS Noize

On Friday 18th September 2015, Cattle & Cane released their debut album ‘Home’ and celebrated with their biggest headline show to date – a sold out 1,000 capacity gig at Teesside University in Middlesbrough. Their […]

THE PRODIGY SHARE 'THE DAY IS MY ENEMY' TITLE TRACK - listen
New Music

THE PRODIGY release ‘THE DAY IS MY ENEMY – EXPANDED EDITION album ahead of this month’s UK & Irish arena tour

November 11, 2015 XS Noize

Today The Prodigy release the expanded version of their certified Gold UK #1 album ‘The Day Is My Enemy’ – which came out earlier this year. This new version of the album precedes the band’s […]

GAZ COOMBES - MATADOR
Gigs

Mercury Prize nominee GAZ COOMBES announces London Roundhouse date & releases “Needle’s Eye” track

November 11, 2015 XS Noize

Gaz Coombes finishes his most successful year as a solo artist to date with news of a new release and a couple of very prestigious UK & Irish live shows. Following the Mercury Prize nomination for […]

blur
New Music

BLUR – SHARE NEW CLIP FROM “NEW WORLD TOWERS” – Watch

November 11, 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 […]

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