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        • AMANDA SHIRES
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          Amanda Shires brings her ‘Streetlights and Stars’ European Tour to The Limelight, Belfast

          June 3, 2026

          Amanda Shires has released nine acclaimed albums since 2005. In 2019, she founded The Highwomen, a groundbreaking Americana supergroup with Brandi Carlile, Maren Morris, and Natalie Hemby, created to address gender inequality in country music. […]

          GLEN HANSARD
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          Glen Hansard Announces ‘Don+t Settle – Transmissions West,’ Recorded Live at Berlin’s Funkhaus

          June 2, 2026

          Glen Hansard has announced that Don+t Settle – Transmissions West, the second volume of his new album Don+t Settle – Transmissions East & West, will be released on June 26th, 2026. Recorded over two nights […]

          Belle & Sebastian
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          Belle and Sebastian release Scotland World Cup anthem ‘It Only Takes One Lion’

          June 2, 2026

          Belle & Sebastian dial up World Cup fever with ‘It Only Takes One Lion’, their bid for Scotland’s tournament anthem. Written following Scotland’s 4-2 qualifying win against Denmark and premiered at London’s Royal Albert Hall […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining

          June 3, 2026

          Death, grief and frazzled nerves conspire on an epic odyssey to the dark side Totnes experimentalists Abrasive Trees have long sailed choppy liminal seas between the living world and whatever lurks beyond it. Their debut […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta - Cut A Silhouette
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta – Cut A Silhouette

          May 29, 2026

          Having spent two decades parsing the shifting sands of alternative rock, it takes something genuinely striking to cut through the noise. Enter Sparta’s latest offering, Cut A Silhouette. Spanning ten tracks across an urgent 33 […]

        • 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

          Lone Assembly
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Lone Assembly bring dark synthpop and post-punk atmosphere to London’s MOTH Club

          May 27, 2026

          When a proposed property development threatened the future of the 300-capacity MOTH Club, the support to save it far exceeded the venue’s maximum attendance. Around 30,000 people signed a petition to protect the much-loved Hackney […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance

          May 14, 2026

          Kiefer Sutherland may be known across the world as an actor and producer, but on stage at Union Chapel, that part of his life felt almost beside the point. With his fourth album, Grey, due […]

        • 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
        • The Hoosiers
          Podcast

          The Hoosiers on New Album ‘Compassion,’ Toxicity & Finding Joy Again | XS Noize Podcast #287

          June 2, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Irwin Sparkes and Alan Sharland from The Hoosiers. Irwin and Alan join Mark for a warm, funny and reflective conversation about […]

          robert arkins - the commitments
          Podcast

          Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film | XS Noize Podcast #286

          May 25, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker’s classic 1991 film The Commitments. Robert joins Mark for […]

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
          Podcast

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285

          May 19, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by BRIT and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. Nerina joins Mark for a warm, honest and reflective conversation about her new career-spanning […]

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THE BLUETONES - Make welcome live return
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THE BLUETONES – Make welcome live return

July 4, 2015 XS Noize

The Bluetones make a welcome return to the live forum with their first tour in four years that starts on 16th September at Leeds 02 Academy and culminates on 27th at Bristol’s 02 Academy and […]

OBERHOFER - shares "White Horse Black River" from new album
New Music

OBERHOFER – shares “White Horse Black River” from new album

July 3, 2015 XS Noize

New York based musician Oberhofer recently announced his forthcoming record and shared the first single “Memory Remains”. Now comes the next track, the equally epic “White Horse Black River”, premiering today at Consequence of Sound. […]

SUIS LA LUNE - premiere new single 'Different Perspective' - Listen
New Music

SUIS LA LUNE – premiere new single ‘Different Perspective’ – Listen

July 3, 2015 XS Noize

On 15th November 2014 Swedish screamo four-piece Suis La Lune went back into the studio to begin recording a new 4 track EP for release next year. The band headed into Henning’s (guitarist/vocalist) basement to […]

KAJOULE - release medieval 'Glue' video - Watch
New Music

KAJOULE – release medieval ‘Glue’ video – Watch

July 3, 2015 XS Noize

Nottingham alt-rock trio Kagoule have premiered their new music video for the track ‘Glue’. The tongue-in-cheek, medieval-themed video was filmed with director Katia Ganfield (VINCE KIDD, LOYLE CARNER, TĀLĀ, VUVUVULTURES) at Rickney Farm and Grubbs […]

YEARS & YEARS - set to release debut album and announce UK tour
Gigs

YEARS & YEARS – set to release debut album and announce UK tour

July 2, 2015 XS Noize

Fresh off the back of announcing full details of their debut album and a brand new single ‘Shine’, Years & Years are now share details of their biggest UK tour to date for October. 2015 […]

GLEN HANSARD'S new album "DIDN'T HE RAMBLE" set for September release
New Music

GLEN HANSARD’S new album “DIDN’T HE RAMBLE” set for September release

July 2, 2015 XS Noize

Didn’t He Ramble, the second solo outing from acclaimed singer songwriter Glen Hansard, will be released September 18 via Anti- Records. The new album is his first in over three years and follows 2012’s solo […]

GENGAHR - share video for 'Haunter' - Watch
Gigs

GENGAHR – share video for ‘Haunter’ – Watch

July 1, 2015 XS Noize

Following on from the bands recently released debut album ‘A Dream Outside’, Gengahr return with a stripped back video of evocative early b-side ‘Haunter’. Felix Bushe – “Although ‘Haunter’ isn’t on our debut album, it […]

ALBUM REVIEW: MG - MG
New Music

MARTIN GORE – shares ‘Pinking’ Remixed by Christopher Berg – Listen

July 1, 2015 XS Noize

Listen to the intense, pulsing remix of the new electronic Martin Gore track ‘Pinking’, taken from his critically acclaimed solo project MG and remixed by Swedish producer, DJ and musician, Christoffer Berg. ‘Pinking’ is one […]

AND SO I WATCH YOU FROM AFAR - to tour North America with The Fall of Troy, followed by headlining dates with Mylets & Blis
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AND SO I WATCH YOU FROM AFAR – to tour North America with The Fall of Troy, followed by headlining dates with Mylets & Blis

July 1, 2015 XS Noize

Northern Ireland’s And So I Watch You From Afar announce North American tour dates in support of their acclaimed new album Heirs. ASIWYFA play a few weeks with The Fall of Troy in September before […]

AWOLNATION - announce brand new single + Reading & Leeds Festival appearances
Gigs

AWOLNATION reveal official video for new single ‘I Am’ – Watch

July 1, 2015 XS Noize

LA electro-rock sensations AWOLNATION have revealed the official video for their brand new single ‘I Am’. The band teamed up with director Hayley Young on the concept of the ‘I Am’ music video, for a […]

THE FRATELLIS - announce new album 'Eyes Wide, Tongue Tied' and new shows
New Music

THE FRATELLIS – announce new single ‘Baby Don’t You Lie To Me!’

July 1, 2015 XS Noize

The Fratellis have announced details of their new single ‘Baby Don’t You Lie To Me!’, taken from their new album ‘Eyes Wide, Tongue Tied’, out 21st August on Cooking Vinyl. ‘Baby Don’t You Lie To […]

MARK MORRISS - covers Sisters Of Mercy's 'Lucretia' for new album
New Music

MARK MORRISS – covers Sisters Of Mercy’s ‘Lucretia’ for new album

July 1, 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 […]

CASPIAN - premiere new single, their first new material in 3-years
New Music

CASPIAN – premiere new single, their first new material in 3-years

July 1, 2015 XS Noize

Atmospheric rock band Caspian is thrilled to announce Dust & Disquiet, a brand new studio LP which is set for release on September 25th, 2015 via Triple Crown Records. Dust & Disquiet is the band’s […]

PETE MACLEOD - Streams new track ‘MINOTAUR’ - listen
New Music

PETE MACLEOD – Unveils video for new track ‘Minotaur’ – Watch

June 30, 2015 XS Noize

Introducing Pete MacLeod. Hailing from Glasgow and recently signed by Alan McGee’s Creation Management, Pete has been working with renowned producer Youth (Pink Floyd, The Verve, Primal Scream) to craft an eclectic dance record, showcasing […]

HIDDEN CHARMS - Announce new single + Full UK Tour
New Music

HIDDEN CHARMS – Share début single ‘DREAMING OF ANOTHER GIRL’ – Listen

June 30, 2015 XS Noize

London four-piece HIDDEN CHARMS today revealed their debut single “Dreaming Of Another Girl,” which is set for release via B3SCI Records in North America and Deltasonic Records in the UK on July 24th, 2015. “Dreaming […]

THE PRODIGY announce 'THE NIGHT IS MY FRIEND' EP for July release
Gigs

THE PRODIGY announce ‘THE NIGHT IS MY FRIEND’ EP for July release

June 30, 2015 XS Noize

The Prodigy recently announced a huge tour of UK arenas to close their incredible 2015 – a year which witnessed the band score their 6th consecutive No.1 album. Taking the counter comment to the album’s […]

SLEAFORD MODS - release new video for 'Tarantula Deadly Cargo'
New Music

SLEAFORD MODS – release new video for ‘Tarantula Deadly Cargo’

June 29, 2015 XS Noize

“Tarantula Deadly Cargo is a bit of a departure from the main formula and it reeks of a tour weary band in-between gigs, snatching their free time in a wink but quickly having to give […]

WHITE REAPER - share new track 'Pills' - Listen
New Music

WHITE REAPER – share new track ‘Pills’ – Listen

June 29, 2015 XS Noize

Like everything White Reaper does, the band’s trajectory from regional act renowned for its high-intensity shows to national touring group was accomplished at the speed of 0 to 60. “We went all over the country […]

JOHN J. PRESLEY - Announces White Ink EP for July 24th
New Music

JOHN J. PRESLEY – Announces White Ink EP for July 24th

June 29, 2015 XS Noize

Following his triumphant 2014 singles ‘Honeybee’ and ‘Left’, electric bluesman John J. Presley has announced the release of his debut EP White Ink, due digitally from July 24th via Vital Music, and on limited edition […]

BABY IN VAIN - return with ferocious new track 'Muscles'
Gigs

BABY IN VAIN – return with ferocious new track ‘Muscles’

June 29, 2015 XS Noize

Copenhagen’s Baby In Vain are back with their ferocious new track ‘Muscles’, streaming now on SoundCloud. The disorientating blues-sludge of ‘Muscles’ is a powerful return for the band, who despite having an average age of […]

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