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        • Brian Fallon
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          Brian Fallon Announces New Album ‘Not Bad For New Jersey’ And Shares New Single ‘Pearls’

          June 10, 2026

          Brian Fallon has announced details of his eagerly awaited new album, Not Bad For New Jersey, set for release via his own Lesser Known Records on Thursday, September 10, 2026, digitally, with the physical release […]

          Interpol
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          Interpol return with new album ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’ and share two new tracks

          June 9, 2026

          Interpol have announced their new album This Mirror Weighs a Ton, their first in four years and debut for Partisan Records, arriving August 28. Alongside the announcement, the band share the two opening tracks, the […]

          Placebo
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          Placebo release re:created version of iconic single ‘Nancy Boy’

          June 5, 2026

          Placebo release the newly reworked version of “Nancy Boy” alongside a new visualiser for the single. This is the final single to be shared ahead of their forthcoming new album Placebo RE:CREATED, set for release […]

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        • Album Reviews

          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: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall

          June 4, 2026

          On May 30th, legendary Scottish musician and songwriter Midge Ure brought a nostalgic, polished and deeply enjoyable show to Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall. The all-seated theatre was packed well before Ure and his band arrived […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • Embrace
          Podcast

          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
          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
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          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 […]

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Due to incredible demand COLDPLAY add a 4th Croke Park, Dublin show

July 25, 2023 XS Noize

Due to incredible demand, a 4th Coldplay Music Of The Spheres World Tour date has been added on September 2nd 2024, at Croke Park, Dublin, subject to licence. Presale tickets for the new date are […]

Newton Faulkner
Gigs

NEWTON FAULKNER announces show at Empire Music Hall, Belfast in November

July 25, 2023 XS Noize

Newton Faulkner is continually adjusting to a musical landscape dominated by flux. He’s moved from the phenomenal success of his debut album ‘Hand Built By Robots’ to the surging triumph of ‘Write It On Your […]

Black Grape
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BLACK GRAPE return with brand new album ‘Orange Head’ – Hear first single ‘Milk’

July 25, 2023 XS Noize

Black Grape returns with the brand new album Orange Head, which will be released on DGAFF Recordings on 3rd November 2023. Today they reveal the first single, “Milk.” Black Grape could only have been made […]

Embrace
Gigs

EMBRACE announce ‘The Good Will Out’ 25th Anniversary Tour

July 24, 2023 XS Noize

Embrace celebrate the 25th anniversary of their debut album, The Good Will Out, with a 13-date UK tour in November, playing their seminal album in full, along with their greatest hits. The tour follows on […]

Lol Tolhurst x Budgie x Jacknife Lee announce debut album 'Los Angeles' - Hear first single feat. James Murphy
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Lol Tolhurst x Budgie x Jacknife Lee announce debut album ‘Los Angeles’ – Hear first single feat. James Murphy

July 24, 2023 XS Noize

Lol Tolhurst x Budgie x Jacknife Lee today announce news of their debut album Los Angeles due out November 3 via Play It Again Sam. The hard-hitting 13 tracks on the album dive into freedom […]

Sam Cotton
News

Rapper, producer and multi-instrumentalist SAM COTTON shares his debut EP ‘Afters At 109’

July 24, 2023 XS Noize

The 19-year-old rapper, producer and multi-instrumentalist Sam Cotton today builds upon his early tracks such as ‘Find My Way’ by releasing his debut EP ‘Afters At 109’, which is out now via AWAL. The EP’s […]

Derek Ouyang
News

Emerging talent DEREK OUYANG shares his debut single ‘M.I.A.’

July 24, 2023 XS Noize

Emerging talent Derek Ouyang is an artist with a flair for contrasting uplifting bedroom disco-pop bops with melancholy tales of faltering romance – a strength that he today introduces to new audiences with the release […]

Dave Gahan
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DAVE GAHAN releases new single ‘Mother of Earth’ with The Jeffrey Lee Pierce Sessions Project

July 22, 2023 XS Noize

Nearly ten years in the making, The Task Has Overwhelmed Us is the long-awaited fourth volume in The Jeffrey Lee Pierce Sessions Project series.  Following We Are Only Riders (2009), The Journey Is Long (2012) […]

The Gaslight Anthem
News

THE GASLIGHT ANTHEM release new single ‘History Books’ ft. Bruce Springsteen & announce new album

July 21, 2023 XS Noize

Today, The Gaslight Anthem have announced their sixth studio album and first in over nine years, History Books, due for release on October 27th. Alongside the announcement comes the release of the new single ‘History […]

the sherlocks
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THE SHERLOCKS share new single ‘Remember All The Girls’

July 21, 2023 XS Noize

The Sherlocks’ recent singles have seen the band throw themselves headfirst into a sound that ups the ante in every possible way: hookier, edgier, full of attitude and just plain bigger than anything they’ve done […]

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Gigs

HAIRCUT ONE HUNDRED announce headline show at Limelight, Belfast in October

July 21, 2023 XS Noize

Fresh from sold-out shows in London and Oxford in May, the ’80s new wave pop band have announced that they’ll be taking their Haircut 100% Live Tour to the UK and Ireland. The tour will […]

Coldplay
Gigs

COLDPLAY announce Summer 2023 European stadium run with shows at Croke Park, Dublin

July 20, 2023 XS Noize

Following the sellout success of Coldplay’s summer 2023 European stadium run – which culminated last night with a spectacular fourth Amsterdam show – the band has today announced a third run of European dates for […]

Music Bus Tour
News

Rock, Roll, and Rhythm: Experience the Beat on the Streets of Belfast Aboard Oh Yeah Centre’s Music Bus Tour

July 20, 2023 XS Noize

Prepare to embark on a captivating adventure through the streets of Belfast, the newly designated UNESCO City of Music. Renowned for its rich musical heritage and iconic music venues, experience Belfast’s rock and roll spirit […]

ROLLA
News

ROLLA share brilliant new video for ‘When Life’s Thunder Striking’

July 20, 2023 XS Noize

ROLLA are firmly established as prime contenders to rise to the forefront of the rock ‘n’ roll scene. Their aptly-titled debut EP ‘Nothing Less Than Everything’catapulted to #1 on iTunes’ Album and Alternative charts, with […]

The Chemical Brothers
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THE CHEMICAL BROTHERS announce new album ‘For That Beautiful Feeling’

July 19, 2023 XS Noize

The Chemical Brothers – one of the most acclaimed and innovative electronic duos in the world – have announced details of their tenth studio album. For That Beautiful Feeling is due for release via EMI […]

Andy Taylor
News

ANDY TAYLOR announces new album ‘Man’s A Wolf To Man’ – his first solo release in over 30 years

July 19, 2023 XS Noize

Andy Taylor – songwriter, guitarist, singer, and Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Inductee whose credits include his work with Duran Duran, The Power Station, Robert Palmer, Rod Stewart, The Almighty, Thunder and The Ting […]

Ash
News

ASH share new single ‘Like A God’ from their forthcoming album ‘Race The Night’

July 19, 2023 XS Noize

Ash are today sharing a brand-new single from their forthcoming album Race The Night. ‘Like A God’ is the follow-up to last month’s lead single and album title track ‘Race The Night’, which heralded anticipation […]

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds
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Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds reveal video for new single ‘Open The Door, See What You Find’

July 19, 2023 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds today reveal the video for the new single ‘Open The Door, See What You Find’. The candid performance video was filmed in the legendary Studio 1 at Abbey Road Studios, […]

Far From Saints
Gigs

FAR FROM SAINTS announce major UK headline tour

July 19, 2023 XS Noize

After earning a #5 chart position in the UK Official Albums Chart and widespread critical acclaim for their self-titled debut album, Far From Saints today announce details of their first full UK headline tour alongside […]

beabadoobee
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beabadoobee shares video for new single ‘The Way Things Go’

July 18, 2023 XS Noize

beabadoobee has shared her new single THE WAY THINGS GO via Dirty Hit. With acceptance at its heart, the song is an airy, twinkling track that learns to come to terms with the cards that […]

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