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        • Mae Stephens
          News

          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
          News

          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 […]

          Enter Shikari
          News

          Enter Shikari release video for “Find Out The Hard Way” from surprise new album “Lose Your Self”

          April 16, 2026

          Enter Shikari have just revealed the official music video for track, Find Out The Hard Way. The visuals were shot in South London by Jasper Visuals, and premiered last night on YouTube. With zero announcements or teasers […]

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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
        • 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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Public Service Broadcasting
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Public Service Broadcasting announce new album ‘The Last Flight’

July 9, 2024 XS Noize

Public Service Broadcasting today announce their fifth studio album, The Last Flight, for release on 4 October 2024 via their new label home, SO Recordings.  The Last Flight concerns the final voyage of America’s pioneering […]

Michael Hutchence
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MICHAEL HUTCHENCE’s two new posthumous singles “One-Way” b/w “Save My Life” set for release on Aug. 9th

July 8, 2024 XS Noize

“It’s been nearly 30 years since Michael and I first spoke on the phone,” recalls producer Danny Saber (Madonna, Rolling Stones, U2) about the first time he spoke to the revered INXS lead singer and […]

Robyn Hitchcock
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ROBYN HITCHCOCK announces new album ‘1967: Vacations In The Past’

July 8, 2024 XS Noize

Today, Robyn Hitchcock announced his new album, 1967: Vacations In The Past, which is due on 13 September on Tiny Ghost Records. Robyn Hitchcock is a rock’n’roll surrealist. Born in London on March 3rd, 1953, […]

the coronas
Gigs

THE CORONAS announce new album and release duet with Gabrielle Aplin

July 5, 2024 XS Noize

Today, beloved Irish indie-pop act The Coronas release ‘That’s Exactly What Love Is’ ft. Gabrielle Aplin. This is the new single taken from their upcoming eighth studio album, Thoughts & Observations, due on September 27th. […]

FELIX JAEHN AND SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR
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FELIX JAEHN and SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR share collaboration ‘Ready For Your Love’

July 5, 2024 XS Noize

Multi-award-winning DJ, producer, and global sensation Felix Jaehn has joined forces with pop icon Sophie Ellis-Bextor for the new single ‘Ready For Your Love’, a contagious dance track released on July 5th and set to […]

Jake Bugg
News

JAKE BUGG shares new single ‘All Kinds Of People’ from forthcoming album ‘A Modern Day Distraction’

July 5, 2024 XS Noize

Jake Bugg today releases his superb new offering ‘All Kinds Of People’ – taken from his forthcoming sixth album A Modern Day Distraction, out September 20th on RCA Records. A Clash and Jam-indebted mod rock […]

Kasabian
Gigs

KASABIAN announce November UK arena shows with special guests The Streets

July 5, 2024 XS Noize

Following a wild, triumphant week that saw the release of their brand new studio album Happenings, a truly euphoric secret set at Glastonbury’s Woodsies Stage, and a celebratory hometown headliner at Leicester’s Victoria Park this […]

Bashy
News

BASHY shares new track ‘Being Poor Is Expensive’ from his forthcoming album of the same name

July 4, 2024 XS Noize

‘Being Poor Is Expensive’ – the third single taken from Bashy’s forthcoming album of the same name – is out now. The track ‘Being Poor Is Expensive’ is inspired by Jamaican sound systems and incorporates […]

Pete Tong
News

PETE TONG to become first ever DJ to play on the grid at Silverstone for British Grand Prix

July 4, 2024 XS Noize

Silverstone has today announced that legendary British DJ, producer, and broadcaster Pete Tong will make history by becoming the first DJ to play on the grid at Silverstone when he performs at the 2024 British […]

Mercury Rev
News

MERCURY REV share new single ‘Ancient Love’ from upcoming album ‘Born Horses’

July 3, 2024 XS Noize

Legendary psychedelic rock band Mercury Rev returns with their new album, Born Horses, due out on 6th September via Bella Union. Following the first single, “Patterns,” today the band shares “Ancient Love,” the enchanting and […]

Sister Ghost
News

SISTER GHOST announces her debut album ‘Beyond The Water’ & shares lead track ‘Dark Matter’

July 3, 2024 XS Noize

Having already cemented her legacy with a breadth of wondrous outings, Irish artist Sister Ghost has now announced her plans for her long-awaited debut album, Beyond The Water, which is showcased by its riveting lead […]

Razorlight
Gigs

RAZORLIGHT announce one-off UK show to mark the 20th anniversary of their debut album ‘Up All Night’

July 2, 2024 XS Noize

Today, Razorlight announced plans for a one-off UK show to mark the 20th anniversary of their iconic debut album ‘Up All Night.’ The 21 November Brixton show will see the band play the album in […]

Becky Hill
Gigs

BECKY HILL announces 3 Arena, Dublin show for October 2024

July 2, 2024 XS Noize

After spending the summer smashing almost every major festival imaginable (Glastonbury,  Reading,  Leeds, TRNSMT, Creamfields, Longitude and a sold-out headline show in Virgin Media Park, Cork), Becky Hill  recently announced her first-ever UK Arena tour for October 2024 , selling upwards […]

Coldplay
News

COLDPLAY unveil the video for ‘feelslikeimfallinginlove’ following their rapturously-received Glastonbury Festival headline set

July 1, 2024 XS Noize

Coldplay have today premiered the music video for their new single, feelslikeimfallinginlove. The video was shot on location at Athens’ stunning 2,000-year-old Odeon of Herodes Atticus in front of an audience invited via the band’s […]

Del Amitri
Gigs

DEL AMITRI return to the UK for shows this December

July 1, 2024 XS Noize

After a hugely successful last two years of Worldwide touring on the back of their acclaimed Top 5 2022 Cooking Vinyl album “Fatal Mistakes”, Glasgow’s finest Del Amitri return to the UK in December for […]

Anastacia
Gigs

Pop icon ANASTACIA announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast on 23 April 2025

July 1, 2024 XS Noize

Pop icon Anastacia has today announced a huge European tour for 2025, introducing the ‘Not That Kind’ tour. The mammoth tour marks 25 years since Anastacia’s debut studio album which was released in 2000. Anastacia […]

The Smashing Pumpkins
News

THE SMASHING PUMPKINS to release ‘(Rotten Apples) The Smashing Pumpkins Greatest Hits’ on vinyl

June 28, 2024 XS Noize

Two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning iconic rock band The Smashing Pumpkins will release (Rotten Apples) The Smashing Pumpkins Greatest Hits on vinyl for the very first time on August 9, 2024, via Capitol/UMe. ​Spanning the first decade-plus […]

Foster The People
News

FOSTER THE PEOPLE heat up the summer with their latest track ‘Take Me Back’

June 27, 2024 XS Noize

RIAA Multi-Platinum and Diamond-certified group Foster The People are heating up the summer with their latest track, “Take Me Back,” available now via Atlantic Records. Produced by Foster, The People lead singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist […]

Pink
News

Everything you need to know about Pink’s Summer Carnival 2024 Tour

June 27, 2024 XS Noize

Multi-talented American singer, Alecia Beth Moore popularly known as Pink is currently embarking on her 2024 ‘Summer Carnival Tour’ from her ninth studio album, ‘Trustfall’ Born to a nurse and an insurance salesman, the 44-year-old […]

Belfast TradFest 2024
News

Trad will be the sound of the city as BELFAST TRADFEST adds more events to their festival programme

June 27, 2024 XS Noize

Belfast TradFest 2024: The World’s finest traditional musicians flock to Belfast for the fastest-growing festival of traditional music in Ireland, featuring over 370 events in the City. Belfast TradFest, Northern Ireland’s premier traditional music, song, […]

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