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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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THE DIG - Stream new album ' You and I' - Listen
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THE DIG – Stream new album ‘ You and I’ – Listen

March 9, 2015 XS Noize

New York City ethereal rock quartet The Dig premiere the surrealist short film for two tracks from their recent You & I album, “Cold Afternoon” and “So Alone” today via global arts & culture site […]

The Waterfall, My Morning Jacket’s First Album in Four Years, Set for 4th May
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The Waterfall, My Morning Jacket’s First Album in Four Years, Set for 4th May

March 9, 2015 XS Noize

On 4th May, My Morning Jacket are set to return with their seventh full-length album, The Waterfall via ATO Records. Recorded in Stinson Beach CA, The Waterfall is the follow-up to Circuital, which was ranked […]

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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS latest album is the fastest-selling album of 2015 so far

March 8, 2015 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds will be celebrating today as his second album ‘Chasing Yesterday’ has shot straight to the top of the UK charts. The album which was released on Monday has sold 89,000 […]

DUKE SPECIAL: Has announced further details about his 4th studio album ‘Look Out Machines!’
New Music

DUKE SPECIAL: Has announced further details about his 4th studio album ‘Look Out Machines!’

March 6, 2015 XS Noize

Duke Special has announced further details about his 4th studio album ‘Look Out Machines!’ will be released April 6th 2015 on Stranger Records. The Ulster born singer songwriter and gramophone impresario, has superbly crafted this […]

ARCA: Releases XEN (????? EDITION) and announces live dates
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ARCA: Releases XEN (????? EDITION) and announces live dates

March 6, 2015 XS Noize

Today, Arca releases a digital deluxe version of his highly acclaimed debut album. Xen (????? Edition) features music that has never previously been available digitally, including two bonus tracks, ‘????? A’ and ‘????? B’. The […]

I AM KLOOT: To release live album, 'Hold Back The Night' in April
New Music

I AM KLOOT: To release live album, ‘Hold Back The Night’ in April

March 6, 2015 XS Noize

Manchester’s majestic rock trio I Am Kloot are back with a new live album ‘Hold Back The Night’. Made up of material taken from band’s 2013 ‘Let It All In’ tour, this impressive collection captures […]

KEROSCENE  DEBUT DOUBLE AA SINGLE 'COTTON CANDY/STORM O.K.' - listen
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KEROSCENE: Debut double-A single out this week – Watch new video

March 6, 2015 XS Noize

London based four piece noise rock band Keroscene have released their debut double A-side “Cotton Candy/Storm O.K.” on 2nd March 2015 on Dream Machine Records. Drawing influences from late 1980’s noise rock, no-wave and psychedelic […]

TWO GALLANTS TO RELEASE NEW SINGLE 'INCIDENTAL'
New Music

TWO GALLANTS share the stop-motion video for ‘Incidental’ – Watch

March 6, 2015 XS Noize

Two Gallants share the new video for the track “Incidental” from the band’s fifth studio album We Are Undone, out now on ATO Records. The video was directed by Alexander Safdie and Kangmin Kim. Noisey […]

LANDSHAPES - Announce 'Heyoon', due 4th May
New Music

LANDSHAPES share video for ‘Stay’, taken from new album Heyoon

March 6, 2015 XS Noize

Landshapes have unveiled the striking new video for ‘Stay’, directed by David Graham, which centers around a loose concept of “the cycles and transitions from one state to another”. Watch it below… Lost practices, hidden […]

imaginedragons
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IMAGINE DRAGONS new single ‘SHOTS’ out 20th April 2015, UK Tour

March 6, 2015 XS Noize

US rockers Imagine Dragons have announced the release of their latest single ‘Shots’, which impacts April 20th on Polydor Records. ‘Shots’ is one of the highlights from the band’s acclaimed new album ‘Smoke & Mirrors’, […]

EZRA FURMAN - unveils new track 'Restless Year' - Listen
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EZRA FURMAN – unveils new track ‘Restless Year’ – Listen

March 6, 2015 XS Noize

Bella Union are thrilled to announce the signing of Ezra Furman, whose 2013 album Day Of The Dog and riotous live shows with his band The Boyfriends won numerous 5 star reviews. Furman, who The […]

PITY SEX - ANNOUNCE FIRST EVER UK TOUR FOR MAY / DEBUT ALBUM FEAST OF LOVE RELEASED IN THE UK ON APRIL 20TH
Gigs

PITY SEX – ANNOUNCE FIRST EVER UK TOUR FOR MAY / DEBUT ALBUM FEAST OF LOVE RELEASED IN THE UK ON APRIL 20TH

March 5, 2015 XS Noize

Michigan noise-pop quartet Pity Sex today announce their debut dates in the UK, due to take place in May. Beginning with a stint at Brighton’s The Great Escape Festival, the run will see Guildford, London, […]

THE MARKS CARTEL -  Share single 'Curtain Call' - Listen
New Music

THE MARKS CARTEL – Share single ‘Curtain Call’ – Listen

March 5, 2015 XS Noize

Curtain Call is an evolved and raw take on the British rock sound, with dirty, grimy guitars blaring from the speakers, rhythmic, snapping drums and grizzly, emotive vocals. You can hear the band’s influences shining […]

JACK + ELIZA TO RELEASE THEIR DEBUT ALBUM ‘GENTLE WARNINGS’ ON JUNE 9TH - Listen to track
Gigs

JACK + ELIZA TO RELEASE THEIR DEBUT ALBUM ‘GENTLE WARNINGS’ ON JUNE 9TH – Listen to track

March 5, 2015 XS Noize

New York City’s Jack + Eliza will release their debut album, Gentle Warnings on June 9th via Yebo Music. The duo burst onto the scene last year with their critically acclaimed EP No Wonders, receiving […]

SIV JAKOBSON - unveils new single 'Dark'! - Listen
New Music

SIV JAKOBSON – unveils new single ‘Dark’! – Listen

March 5, 2015 XS Noize

Dark is a deeply sad, yet beautiful song. Siv Jakobson’s ability to capture and convey emotion with her voice, combined with heart piercing lyrics, demonstrate once again that she is a songwriter who, one day, […]

THE ACORN -  Reveal First New Track In Nearly Five Years - Listen
New Music

THE ACORN – Reveal First New Track In Nearly Five Years – Listen

March 5, 2015 XS Noize

Experimental indie-electro band The Acorn have revealed their first new music in nearly five years. The recording project of Ottawa-based musician Rolf Klausener, The Acorn will release their new studio album Vieux Loup this spring […]

'AND SO I WATCH YOU FROM AFAR' PREMIERE NEW SINGLE 'RUN HOME' - listen
Gigs

AND SO I WATCH YOU FROM AFAR: Share tracks from forthcoming album Heirs – Listen

March 5, 2015 XS Noize

Northern Ireland’s And So I Watch You From Afar premiered a new track from their forthcoming album Heirs The song “Wasps” can be heard BELOW. And So I Watch You From Afar have applied to […]

THE CHARLATANS ANNOUNCE 12TH ALBUM 'MODERN NATURE' AND UK TOUR
Gigs

THE CHARLATANS – UK TOUR STARTS

March 5, 2015 XS Noize

THE CHARLATANS – Tim Burgess, Mark Collins, Martin Blunt and Tony Rogers – released their, rapturously received, twelfth album, MODERN NATURE on BMG Chrysalis on 26th January 2015. Now, following their triumphant headline slot at […]

COVES -  unveil new track 'Shot To The Wall' - Listen
Gigs

COVES – unveil new track ‘Shot To The Wall’ – Listen

March 5, 2015 XS Noize

Coves are thrilled to unveil ’Shot To The Wall’, the lead track from their forthcoming EP ‘Spectrum’, which is released on 13th April on Nettwerk Records. The band will embark on a headline tour of […]

Watch the hilarious new video from COLLEEN GREEN for 'TV' now
New Music

Watch the hilarious new video from COLLEEN GREEN for ‘TV’ now

March 5, 2015 XS Noize

Colleen Green’s acclaimed new album I Want to Grow Up is out this week via Hardly Art and Sub Pop Records, and to mark the occasion the Cali power-pop-punker has shared a new video for […]

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