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        • Eighty Eight Miles
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          Eighty Eight Miles release debut EP “Class of Eighty Eight” ahead of biggest festival summer yet

          April 11, 2026

          They’ve played shows with Lottery Winners, The K’s, Red Rum Club, The Clause and overpass; attracted big name fans in the shape of Lindsey Buckingham and Blossoms; and sold-out four consecutive Birmingham headline shows, but […]

          Dea Matrona
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          Dea Matrona unleash explosive new single “John Doe” from upcoming album Hate That I Care

          April 11, 2026

          Dea Matrona return with explosive new single “John Doe”, the second taste off their highly anticipated second album “Hate That I Care”, set for release on 5th June 2026. Recorded, written and produced entirely by the […]

          Enter Shikari
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          Enter Shikari surprise release new album “Lose Your Self” with no prior announcement

          April 11, 2026

          With zero announcements or teasers from the band, Enter Shikari have surprise released their brand-new album! Lose Your Self (released via So Recordings) spans 12 tracks exploring themes of desolation, futility and complete despair at the state of […]

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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
        • 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
        • 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, […]

          Scouting For Girls
          Podcast

          Scouting For Girls’ Roy Stride on ‘These Are The Good Days’ and finding joy in the present | XS Noize Podcast #277

          March 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Roy Stride — frontman, songwriter and driving force behind Scouting For Girls — to talk about the band’s uplifting new album These […]

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FLOWERS - Play Headline Show on 18 September at The Lexington in London
Gigs

FLOWERS – Play Headline Show on 18 September at The Lexington in London

September 15, 2015 XS Noize

Flowers announce their biggest headline show to date at London’s The Lexington on 18 September, which follows hot on the heels of their support tour with US indie legends LUNA in the summer. Flowers’ live […]

STORMS - announce 'Undress' tour and live in session with 'Shame'
Gigs

STORMS – announce ‘Undress’ tour and live in session with ‘Shame’

September 15, 2015 XS Noize

Storms have announced a full UK tour this October in association with Metropolis Music and Friends, with arrangement by X-ray touring. The band have been building a solid reputation across the industry and an ever-increasing […]

JOANNA GRUESOME - on tour in September see dates
Gigs

JOANNA GRUESOME – on tour in September see dates

September 15, 2015 XS Noize

Cardiff noise pop group Joanna Gruesome will be touring the UK in support of their recently released second album Peanut Butter, out now on Fortuna POP! (UK) and Slumberland (US). The upcoming tour marks the […]

CAST - Announce New Album + November UK Tour Dates - listen / Download New Song
Gigs

CAST – Announce New Album + November UK Tour Dates – listen / Download New Song

September 14, 2015 XS Noize

Britpop legends Cast return this month with a PledgeMusic campaign announcing their brand new new album, and a UK tour announcement, which includes a very special ‘All Change’ 20th Anniversary show with the Royal Liverpool […]

KATE BOY - ANNOUNCE DEBUT ALBUM 'ONE'  & HEADLINE SHOW AT OSLO ON THE 2ND DECEMBER
Gigs

KATE BOY – ANNOUNCE DEBUT ALBUM ‘ONE’ & HEADLINE SHOW AT OSLO ON THE 2ND DECEMBER

September 14, 2015 XS Noize

Stockholm’s Kate Boy have announced details of their hotly-anticipated debut album ONE released 6th November digitally and on CD and vinyl LP on Fiction Records. The electro-pop duo will follow the release with a show […]

U2 - iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Tour 2015 - on-sale at The SSE Arena, Belfast, 9AM tomorrow
Gigs

U2 – iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Tour 2015 – on-sale at The SSE Arena, Belfast, 9AM tomorrow

September 13, 2015 XS Noize

U2’s sold out iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE European Tour 2015 will finish with six home shows, being Belfast on 18th & 19th November and four shows in Dublin on 23rd + 24th, 27th + 28th November […]

COUNTING COINS - to release new single 'Don't Look Down'  1st October
New Music

COUNTING COINS – to release new single ‘Don’t Look Down’ 1st October

September 13, 2015 XS Noize

Get ready to skank, pogo, mosh, jig, polka and maybe even waltz – The sound of Counting Coins refuses to stay still, switching from ska-punk to gypsy to hip-hop and back again, several times, within […]

NO DEVOTION - announce UK shows to celebrate the release of debut album 'Permanence'
Gigs

NO DEVOTION – announce UK shows to celebrate the release of debut album ‘Permanence’

September 13, 2015 XS Noize

After the band’s triumphant sets at this summer’s Reading and Leeds festivals, No Devotion will be hitting the road at the end of September, with their inaugural mainland Europe dates and first London headline show […]

THE CRIBS - Announce Details of New Single 'Summer of Chances'
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THE CRIBS – Announce Details of New Single ‘Summer of Chances’

September 13, 2015 XS Noize

Having seen out the summer with a triumphant main stage appearance at this year’s Reading & Leeds Festival, The Cribs are pleased to confirm a new single ‘Summer Of Chances’ for release on 30th October. […]

ERASURE -  Share 'SACRED: TO BLACK LIGHT ODYSSEY REMIX' - Listen
New Music

ERASURE – CELEBRATE 30th ANNIVERSARY WITH A SERIES OF RELEASES – Listen to ‘Sometimes’ 2015 Remix

September 11, 2015 XS Noize

2015 sees one of the UK’s most enduring award-winning songwriting duos, ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke), mark the 30th anniversary of their first release and to celebrate, Mute / BMG are delighted to announce […]

Muse-Drones
Gigs

MUSE – ANNOUNCE DRONES WORLD TOUR – SSE Arena, BELFAST

September 11, 2015 XS Noize

Today Muse announced the first list of cities/countries of what will be an extensive world tour in support of their hugely acclaimed global No 1 album Drones. ‘The Drones World Tour’ will see the band perform […]

DAVE GAHAN & SOULSAVERS announce 'Angels & Ghosts' - 23rd October 2015
Gigs

DAVE GAHAN & SOULSAVERS announce ‘Angels & Ghosts’ – 23rd October 2015

September 10, 2015 Chris Snoddon

Just over a week ago XS Noize reported the first known details on this release that Dave Gahans eagerly expected second album, collaborating with British duo The Soulsavers was soon to be announced. At that […]

THE LITTLE UNSAID - unveil new single 'Can We Hear It' - listen
Gigs

THE LITTLE UNSAID – unveil new single ‘Can We Hear It’ – listen

September 10, 2015 XS Noize

The Little Unsaid was stewed up in the badlands of West Yorkshire by multi-instrumentalist, producer, poet and songwriter John Elliott. After beginning as a solo project, The Little Unsaid has evolved into a growing community […]

SAINT COLE - to release 'Within This Skin' in October - listen
New Music

SAINT COLE – to release ‘Within This Skin’ in October – listen

September 10, 2015 XS Noize

Saint Cole are Nic (vocals/producer/DJ) and Curt (guitar/keys) they are from a small town called Dewsbury in West Yorkshire just two miles from Morley, home of the legendary nineties techno night The Orbit. Heavily influenced […]

NEW ORDER - ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM: 'MUSIC COMPLETE' - Listen to track
Gigs

Listen to the RAC remix of NEW ORDER Track, ‘RESTLESS’

September 9, 2015 XS Noize

New Order have announced that they will be ‘Live In Conversation at the 10th Annual Reeperbahn Festival’ on 25 September 2015. Streamed live online from 7pm UK time, fans will have the chance to hear […]

U2 ANNOUNCE INNOCENCE + EXPERIENCE TOUR 2015 1
Gigs

U2 confirm dates for six Irish shows in November

September 9, 2015 XS Noize

The Irish Times reports, U2 will play six Irish shows in November, with two concerts in Belfast and four in Dublin as part of their Innocence and Experience tour. The band will be performing in […]

LUCY ROSE - Announces new album 'Work It Out'
Gigs

LUCY ROSE to play Belfast Empire – 29th October

September 8, 2015 XS Noize

Following Work It Out’s debut in the UK top 10, Lucy Rose has been enjoying a Summer of festival performances ahead of her huge UK headline tour in October and November which culminates in a […]

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

TAME IMPALA – announce tour & Soulwax Remix – listen

September 8, 2015 XS Noize

To support the recent album release of Currents, after two years of far away shows, Tame Impala return home to tour Australia and New Zealand. Good friends Mini Mansions support the boys in Australia, and […]

THE DUKE SPIRIT - RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM & LONDON SHOW - listen to track
Gigs

THE DUKE SPIRIT – RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM & LONDON SHOW – listen to track

September 8, 2015 XS Noize

The band have announced that they are back with a new album and live date, leading with a brand new track from forthcoming album KIN (due early 2016). The song Here Comes The Vapour, is […]

THEN THICKENS - debut video for 'My Amsterdam'
Gigs

THEN THICKENS – debut video for ‘My Amsterdam’

September 8, 2015 XS Noize

Having recently announced their new album Colic, released 23rd October via Hatch Records, Chorley’s Then Thickens are streaming the video to their track ‘My Amsterdam’. The slow-burning and unassuming mini-epic is now backed by slow-motion […]

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