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        • EELS
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          EELS Announce New Album ‘Cookie Happened’ And Share ‘Cap In Hand’

          June 16, 2026

          EELS have announced their 16th studio album, Cookie Happened, set for release on October 16 via E Works / Play It Again Sam. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the album’s first single, “Cap […]

          Jesus Jones
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          Jesus Jones Announce New Album ‘Twilight’ And ‘Doubt’ 35th Anniversary UK Tour

          June 16, 2026

          Jesus Jones have announced their eighth album, Twilight, their first new full-length release in eight years. The band have also shared the album’s first single, “Shot In The Chevy,” which is available to stream now. […]

          Razorlight
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          Razorlight Announce Belfast Show For ‘Razorlight’ 20th Anniversary Tour

          June 12, 2026

          Razorlight will play The Telegraph Building, Belfast, on Sunday, December 13, 2026, as part of their Razorlight 20th anniversary tour. The UK and Ireland dates will celebrate 20 years since the release of the band’s […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace - Avalanche
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace – Avalanche

          June 10, 2026

          For three decades, West Yorkshire’s finest have been a steadfast pillar of the British music scene. Celebrating their 30-year milestone in 2026, Embrace return with their highly anticipated ninth studio album, Avalanche. It’s a record […]

          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 […]

        • 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

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival

          June 16, 2026

          It has been a significant year for the Southbank Centre, which recently received a £10 million grant as part of its 75th birthday celebrations. Adding to that sense of occasion, Harry Styles was announced as […]

          The Proclaimers
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          LIVE REVIEW: The Proclaimers Bring Heart, Humour And Timeless Anthems To Live At Chelsea

          June 14, 2026

          Before Scottish twin brothers Craig and Charlie Reid brought their unmistakable harmonies to Royal Hospital Chelsea with a 24-track set, support came from Edinburgh-born Hamish Hawk. Describing himself as more of a diarist than an […]

        • 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 […]

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        • Col Gerrard
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          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
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          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. […]

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        • Dea Matrona
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          Dea Matrona on ‘Hate That I Care’ and Creative Independence | XS Noize Podcast #289

          June 16, 2026

          Belfast rock duo Dea Matrona join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss their second album, Hate That I Care — a bold, more personal and self-assured new chapter for Mollie McGinn and […]

          Embrace
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          Danny McNamara on Embrace’s New Album ‘Avalanche’ and Why Life Doesn’t Wait | XS Noize Podcast #288

          June 9, 2026

          Danny McNamara joins the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Embrace’s new album Avalanche, 30 years of the band, fatherhood, songwriting, The Good Will Out and why life doesn’t wait. […]

          The Hoosiers
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          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 […]

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DECLAN MCKENNA
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DECLAN MCKENNA announces details of a UK headline tour for 2024

October 3, 2023 XS Noize

Declan McKenna is excited to announce details of a UK headline tour for 2024 in support of his forthcoming album, What Happened To The Beach? The new dates kick off on 23 March at Cardiff […]

Sleater-Kinney
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SLEATER KINNEY announce new album ‘Little Rope’ & share video for first single ‘Hell’

October 3, 2023 XS Noize

Sleater-Kinney has announced their eleventh studio album, Little Rope, which will be released January 19, 2024, via Loma Vista Recordings with a hauntingly intimate music video for lead single “Hell”, directed by Ashley Connor and […]

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
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KING GIZZARD & THE LIZARD WIZARD announce full details of new album ‘The Silver Cord’

October 3, 2023 XS Noize

Today, following their recent storming headline set closing this year’s End Of The Road Festival, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard announce their new album, The Silver Cord, out October 27th on KGLW, and present […]

Simple Minds
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SIMPLE MINDS to release ‘New Gold Dream – Live From Paisley Abbey’ in October

October 3, 2023 XS Noize

‘New Gold Dream – Live From Paisley Abbey’ finds Simple Minds at the very top of their game. Reminding people why, after 45 years, they are still such a revered band and why New Gold […]

The Gaslight Anthem
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THE GASLIGHT ANTHEM release new single ‘Autumn’ & announce UK tour dates for 2024

October 3, 2023 XS Noize

New Jersey-bred rock band The Gaslight Anthem continue to build anticipation for their upcoming sixth studio album and first in over nine years, History Books, with the release of new single ‘Autumn’.  Penned in a […]

STEVEN WILSON
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STEVEN WILSON’s seventh album, THE HARMONY CODEX is currently No. 2 on the midweek UK Album Charts

October 2, 2023 XS Noize

Steven Wilson’s seventh album, THE HARMONY CODEX, is currently No. 2 on the midweeks in the UK Album Charts, with only Ed Sheeran ahead in sales. Steven’s last two albums – To The Bone and […]

inhaler
Gigs

INHALER announce Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Thursday 9 November

October 2, 2023 XS Noize

The Ulster Hall show will be the penultimate date of their huge CUTS & BRUISES world tour, the final date being a homecoming arena show – their biggest headline to date – at Dublin’s 3Arena […]

junodream
Gigs

JUNODREAM announce February 2024 UK headline tour

October 2, 2023 XS Noize

Today, dream rock four-piece junodream announce a brand new tour for February 2024 in support of their upcoming debut album Pools Of Colour, out on 26th January via AWAL. Alongside the tour dates, the band […]

U2
News

U2 Launches ‘U2:UV ACHTUNG BABY LIVE AT SPHERE’ in Las Vegas

September 30, 2023 XS Noize

Tonight, U2 (Bono, The Edge and Adam Clayton, with Bram van den Berg sitting in on drums for Larry Mullen Jr.) lit up the Sphere stage with the opening night of their highly-anticipated U2:UV Achtung […]

U2
News

U2 unveil video for new single ‘Atomic City’

September 29, 2023 XS Noize

U2 have recorded a brand new track titled “Atomic City”, which is released today, Friday, 29th September 2023. Produced by Jacknife Lee and Steve Lillywhite, it was recorded at Sound City in LA and comes […]

Happy Mondays
Gigs

HAPPY MONDAYS announce UK tour for 2024 with special guests Inspiral Carpets & Stereo MCs

September 29, 2023 XS Noize

Legendary Manchester band Happy Mondays have announced a 16-date UK tour for March and April 2024, which will be their only shows of 2024. They will be joined on this special run of shows by […]

The Darkness
News

THE DARKNESS announce feature-length documentary ‘Welcome To The Darkness’

September 29, 2023 XS Noize

Lightbulb Film Distribution today has announced that Welcome to The Darkness, a warts and all feature-length documentary about British rockers, The Darkness, is coming to cinemas on November 9th for one night only, plus encores. […]

Shed Seven
News

SHED SEVEN team up with Rowetta for new single ‘In Ecstasy’

September 29, 2023 XS Noize

Three decades into their career, Shed Seven are as big as ever. Let’s look at the evidence. A 6000-capacity outdoor show in Leeds: sold-out. Next month’s London show: sold out in 30 minutes. Three special […]

James
News

JAMES announce UK arena tour dates with special guests RAZORLIGHT

September 29, 2023 XS Noize

Today (29th September), James announce a UK arena tour with Razorlight as Special Guests. Following on from a hugely successful 40th Anniversary year, the band will head out on a run of dates in June […]

Depeche Mode
News

DEPECHE MODE release video for ‘My Favourite Stranger’ & unveil Vinegar Hill Sessions

September 28, 2023 XS Noize

Depeche Mode has revealed two strikingly different visual aspects of ‘My Favourite Stranger,’ another standout from its universally acclaimed Memento Mori (Columbia Records), hailed by Allmusic for its “pulsing menace” that “builds to discomfiting yet […]

U2
News

U2 to release new track ‘Atomic City’ on Friday 29th September

September 28, 2023 XS Noize

U2 have recorded a brand new track titled “Atomic City”, which will be released on Friday, 29th September 2023. Produced by Jacknife Lee and Steve Lillywhite, it was recorded at Sound City in LA and […]

Really Good Time
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Dublin four piece REALLY GOOD TIME release brand new track ‘Mountain of Spit’

September 28, 2023 XS Noize

Much touted Dublin four-piece Really Good Time, whose exhilarating sold-out gigs have established them as one of the most exciting bands on the live and festival circuit, release their brand new track ‘Mountain of Spit’ […]

Gabrielle
News

GABRIELLE announces new album ‘A Place In Your Heart’ ahead of UK Tour

September 28, 2023 XS Noize

The inimitable Gabrielle is set to release her eighth studio album ‘A Place In Your Heart’ on May 10th 2024. The new album ‘A Place In Your Heart’ captures everything that fans adore Gabrielle for […]

Far From Saints
Gigs

FAR FROM SAINTS announce Dublin and Belfast dates as part of major UK and Ireland tour

September 28, 2023 XS Noize

After earning a no. 5 chart position in the UK Official Albums Chart and widespread critical acclaim for their self-titled debut album, Far From Saints today announce that they will play dates at Vicar Street, […]

Kula Shaker
News

KULA SHAKER announce brand new album ‘NATURAL MAGICK’

September 28, 2023 XS Noize

As anyone who has seen them in the flesh can tell you, Kula Shaker’s live shows are less like gigs than bonafide happenings, where the bilateral flow of positive energy feels powerful enough to levitate. […]

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