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        • 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 […]

          Enter Shikari
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          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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BLOSSOMS - PERFORM A SOLD OUT LONDON SHOW NEXT WEEK
New Music

BLOSSOMS – TO RELEASE BRAND NEW EP ‘BLOWN ROSE’ ON JULY 31ST

July 23, 2015 XS Noize

Blossoms will release their brand new EP ‘Blown Rose’ on July 31st through Virgin EMI. Produced by James Skelly and Rich Turvey at Parr St, with the lead track mixed by David Wrench (Caribou/Jungle/FKA Twigs/JamieXX)’ […]

DRINKS (Cate Le Bon & White Fence) share new song, 'Laying Down Rock', taken from Hermits On Holiday
New Music

DRINKS (Cate Le Bon & White Fence) share new song, ‘Laying Down Rock’, taken from Hermits On Holiday

July 22, 2015 XS Noize

Heavenly Recordings are thrilled to announce the signing of DRINKS, the new project from Cate Le Bon and Tim Presley, aka White Fence, whose album Hermits On Holiday will be released 21st August. The pair […]

Electronic / indie duo PERTINI - to release Debut single ‘Blackfriars Bridge’ on July 31st
Gigs

Electronic / indie duo PERTINI – to release Debut single ‘Blackfriars Bridge’ on July 31st

July 22, 2015 XS Noize

Not many bands have disbanded due to a key band member wanting to become a priest, but this time last year, Sandro Schiena, found himself on the wrong side of the altar when his co-founder […]

WOMPS - Premiere new single ‘Live A Little Less’ Recorded by Steve Albini
New Music

WOMPS – Premiere new single ‘Live A Little Less’ Recorded by Steve Albini

July 22, 2015 XS Noize

This debut single from Glasgow’s WOMPS, is a first taste of eleven tracks recorded by Steve Albini at Electrical Audio Studios for their upcoming LP. Mastered by Matthew Barnhart of Chicago Mastering Service and is […]

ALPHAS - REVEAL VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE 'WAVES'
New Music

ALPHAS – REVEAL VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE ‘WAVES’

July 22, 2015 XS Noize

Waves is the follow up to the Aberdeen trio Alphas debut single, Here Comes The Burn, and captures the band’s kinetic onstage presence with a pure punchy indie pop sound that could easily appeal to […]

WOLF ALICE - SHARE ‘BROS’ VIDEO - Watch
Gigs

WOLF ALICE – unveil ‘You’re A Germ’ as next single

July 21, 2015 XS Noize

With their stunning debut album, My Love Is Cool, now racking up acclaim across the globe, London’s Wolf Alice are pleased to announce live favourite ‘You’re A Germ’ as their next single. Flirting with whispered […]

SHOPPING - Announce second album, 'WHY CHOOSE' released 2nd October
Gigs

SHOPPING – Announce second album, ‘WHY CHOOSE’ released 2nd October

July 21, 2015 XS Noize

Formed in East London in 2012 by members Rachel Aggs (guitar), Billy Easter (bass) and Andrew Milk (drums), SHOPPING forge an itchy, angular explosion of propulsive bass lines, primitive disco-not-disco drums and guitar lines sharp […]

Download / listen to new track ‘CAN’T TAKE IT’ from SEXTILE
New Music

SEXTILE – SHARE 2ND TRACK ‘FLESH’ from DEBUT ALBUM ‘A THOUSAND HANDS’ OUT AUGUST 21ST

July 21, 2015 XS Noize

Last month brand new LA band SEXTILE shared their debut track online, gleaning attention from blogs & music sites across the web. Today, with the release of their debut album ‘A Thousand Hands’ set for […]

THE VIEW - Announce Single 'Under The Rug' & Album released September 11th with UK Autumn Tour Dates
Gigs

THE VIEW – Announce Single ‘Under The Rug’ & Album released September 11th with UK Autumn Tour Dates

July 21, 2015 XS Noize

Off the back of Isle of Wight, T in The Park and Kyle Falconer’s tour with Mark Ronson performing The Bike Song, (Glastonbury, Benicassim and Australian dates) The View are pleased to announce a UK […]

Danish teens BABY IN VAIN unveil provocative 'Muscles' video
Gigs

Danish teens BABY IN VAIN unveil provocative ‘Muscles’ video

July 20, 2015 XS Noize

Copenhagen’s Baby In Vain have unveiled the provocative and surreal new video for their track ‘Muscles’. Watch now BELOW. Surrounded by henchman and a sickening buffet of sugary sweets and seafood, the Danish teenagers take […]

MARTIN GORE - Shares video for 'EUROPA HYMN' - Watch
New Music

MARTIN GORE – Announces Remix EP + Remix Competition

July 20, 2015 XS Noize

Martin Gore has announced a remix EP on double 12” vinyl and digital release, out on 2 October 2015 via Mute. The vinyl will include remixes by Andy Stott, Virgil Enzinger and Christoffer Berg, alongside […]

SEØUEL shares new track 'Subtle'! / EP 'Reykjavik' due July 24th
New Music

SEØUEL shares new track ‘Subtle’! / EP ‘Reykjavik’ due July 24th

July 20, 2015 XS Noize

London-based Scottish producer SEØUEL shares another slice of his darkcore sounds with new track ‘Subtle’. The EP ‘Reykjavik’ is due July 24th via Disorder Recordings. Inspired by the icy, otherworldly scenery of Reykjavik, ‘Subtle’ is […]

GENGAHR - share video for 'Haunter' - Watch
Gigs

GENGAHR – share new single ‘Fill My Gums With Blood’ + Free Download

July 18, 2015 XS Noize

North London boys Gengahr have announced new single ‘Fill My Gums With Blood’. A favourite since first appearing online as a demo back in spring 2014, it has since evolved into a standout track from […]

French-Cameroonian duo AIR BAG ONE debut new track 'You've Got Somethin'
New Music

Indie-Pop duo AIR BAG ONE debut new track ‘Killing Stars’ with Wonderland

July 18, 2015 XS Noize

Cameroon-born, France-based, duo called AIR BAG ONE have just shared their brand new track ‘Killing Stars’. Sitting somewhere between Everything Everything, Phoenix – and with more than a few nods to 80s pop as well […]

DU BLONDE - reveals new video / Future Islands + Torres dates in September
Gigs

DU BLONDE – reveals new video / Future Islands + Torres dates in September

July 17, 2015 XS Noize

Fresh from the glorious praise Du Blonde received for Welcome Back To Milk, comes a brand new video, three-date residency at the Shacklewell Arms in London and shows with Future Islands and Torres this September […]

MAC DEMARCO - shares "I've Been Waiting For Her"- Listen
New Music

MAC DEMARCO – shares “I’ve Been Waiting For Her”- Listen

July 17, 2015 XS Noize

Less than a month until the release of Another One, Mac DeMarco offers up yet another new song. This time around, it’s one of the record’s more upbeat numbers. “I’ve Been Waiting For Her” fits […]

FOLK-TRONICA DUO 'MALPAS' TO RELEASE DÉBUT ALBUM - 'RAIN RIVER SEA' 31st July
Gigs

FOLK-TRONICA DUO ‘MALPAS’ TO RELEASE DÉBUT ALBUM – ‘RAIN RIVER SEA’ 31st July

July 17, 2015 XS Noize

MALPAS, aka songwriter Ali Forbes and producer Andy Savours, will release their début album ‘Rain River Sea’ on 31st July 2015 through Killing Moon Records. It’s a collection of ten gorgeous songs that meld intimate […]

MARK MORRISS - covers Madonna's 'Angel' in new acoustic video
New Music

MARK MORRISS – covers Madonna’s ‘Angel’ in new acoustic video

July 17, 2015 XS Noize

Mark Morriss is a bit of a buzz-word right now with The Bluetones frontman recently announcing a reunion tour for this September, with many of the dates close to selling out. This album is the […]

THE TRAIN SET - to release long awaited album
New Music

THE TRAIN SET – to release long awaited album

July 17, 2015 XS Noize

Back in the mid to late eighties The Train Set emerged from the Crewe/Winsford indie music scene to make an impact on the Manchester and Liverpool gig circuit as well as the national music press. […]

JOE PLUMMER (Cold War Kids and The Shins) debuts a new song from 'Built In Sun' out August 7
New Music

JOE PLUMMER (Cold War Kids and The Shins) debuts a new song from ‘Built In Sun’ out August 7

July 17, 2015 XS Noize

Built In Sun is a new project from Joe Plummer, drummer for The Shins, Cold War Kids and Mister Heavenly. For over 10 years, Joe has also played drums and percussion with Modest Mouse and […]

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