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        • Makeshift Art Bar
          News

          Belfast Quartet Makeshift Art Bar Share New Single ‘Discipline’

          June 11, 2026

          Belfast quartet Makeshift Art Bar have shared their new single “Discipline,” the second track to be taken from their forthcoming Marionette EP, out June 26 via Heist or Hit. The track follows April’s EP lead […]

          Spiritualized
          News

          Spiritualized Announce Rare Acoustic Mainlines UK Shows For December

          June 11, 2026

          Spiritualized have announced four rare Acoustic Mainlines shows in the UK this December, marking the 20th anniversary of their first-ever acoustic performances. The Acoustic Mainlines shows were originally conceived around the time of the making […]

          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 […]

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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
          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 […]

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Andrew Cushin
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ANDREW CUSHIN announces Voodoo, Belfast show on Friday 13th October 2023

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

The North East’s fastest-rising new star, 22-year-old singer-songwriter Andrew Cushin, has announced his biggest Uk shows to date, the Waiting For The Rain Tour, which takes in 18 cities across the UK in October and […]

Sparks
Gigs

SPARKS share new track ‘Veronica Lake’ from upcoming album ‘The Girl Is Crying In Her Latte’

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

Sparks have shared ‘Veronica Lake’, the second track from their hugely anticipated 26th studio album, The Girl Is Crying In Her Latte, due Friday, May 26, via Island Records.  This musical account of the American […]

Moby
News

MOBY releases the orchestral rework of ‘South Side’ featuring Kaiser Chiefs’ Ricky Wilson

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

Today, multi-platinum-selling singer, songwriter and producer Moby releases the orchestral rework of South Side, featuring Ricky Wilson (Kaiser Chiefs). It is taken from the anticipated release of Moby’s 20th studio album, Resound NYC, on 12th […]

The Damned
News

THE DAMNED release new single and video – ‘You’re Gonna Realise’ from new album Darkadelic

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

“You’re Gonna Realise” is the last single prior to the release of “DARKADELIC” on April 28th… the day the world will see the dark in a whole new light. Its sound is trademark Damned… a […]

Nathan Connolly
News

NATHAN CONNOLLY releases his debut solo album ‘The Strange Order Of Things’ today

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

Nathan Connolly’s debut solo album, The Strange Order Of Things, is out today! Debut single ‘Fires’ featuring Biffy Clyro’s Simon Neil, was released last month. Nathan has been the guitarist with the acclaimed Northern Irish […]

The Pigeon Detectives
News

THE PIGEON DETECTIVES release the anthemic new single ‘Falling To Pieces’

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

After announcing their plans to release their long-awaited sixth studio album ‘TV Show’ in the coming months, marking their first full-length in six years, The Pigeon Detectives follow up the record’s euphoric lead single “Lovers […]

Evil Saint Francis - Memory Lane Lying In Pain
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Evil Saint Francis – Memory Lane Lying In Pain

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

Memory Lane Lying in Pain is the debut Ep by Evil Saint Francis, the latest incarnation of Francesco Mele, who is a known figure in the Italian indie/darkwave scene. Penned at the height of lockdown […]

Ben Howard
News

BEN HOWARD announces his fifth studio album, ‘Is It?’ – Hear first single ‘Couldn’t Make It Up’

April 20, 2023 XS Noize

Ben Howard releases his fifth studio album, ‘Is It?’ on the 16th of June, 2023, through Island Records. In the Summer of 2022, Ben and his band recorded ‘Is It?’ over 10 days in the […]

Wolfnaut - Return of the Asteroid
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Wolfnaut – Return of the Asteroid

April 20, 2023 Sam Williams

After last year’s release of the aptly named III, Norwegian stoner rock trio Wolfnaut have returned with the release of their fourth album, Return of the Asteroid. This marks the band’s first album with US-based […]

Moship
Exclusive!

TRACK PREMIERE: Colin Angus (The Shamen) Presents – Moship ‘A2E ft Michael Horowitz’

April 20, 2023 XS Noize

Colin Angus (The Shamen) and Digital Habitat are joined by guest orator Michael Horowitz to release their first “Moship” track “, A2E ft Michael Horowitz” (the Antidote to Everything) – a celebration of the power […]

Output Belfast
News

OUTPUT BELFAST joins forces with AVA to bring Ireland’s leading music conference to Belfast in June

April 20, 2023 XS Noize

Output Belfast and AVA have joined forces to bring Ireland’s leading music conference to The MAC and The Oh Yeah Music Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter on Thursday, June 1. More than 800 delegates are […]

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS unveil title track of forthcoming LP ‘COUNCIL SKIES’

April 20, 2023 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds today release new single ‘Council Skies’ – the powerful title track taken from the eagerly anticipated new studio album, due for release on 2nd June 2023 (via Sour Mash Records). […]

Declan Welsh & The Decadent West
Gigs

Declan Welsh & The Decadent West share effervescent new single ‘I Don’t Know Why’

April 20, 2023 XS Noize

Glasgow indie mainstays Declan Welsh & The Decadent West share effervescent new effort ‘I Don’t Know Why’, out today (April 20th), signalling the latest reveal from eagerly anticipated second record ‘2’, set for release September […]

Suede
News

SUEDE announce 30th anniversary debut album release plans for 7th July 2023

April 19, 2023 XS Noize

Suede have announced details of a new project titled Suede30. Due on 7th July 2023, fans can look forward to special limited edition 30th anniversary releases, newly mixed and mastered, presenting the band’s classic self-titled […]

Interpol
News

INTERPOL announce collaboration project ‘Interpolations’

April 19, 2023 XS Noize

Interpol have announced ‘Interpolations’, a project to be released over the coming months, which sees songs from the band’s latest album, ‘The Other Side Of Make-Believe’, reworked by a group of artists encompassing Daniel Avery, […]

Foo Fighters
News

FOO FIGHTERS announce new album ‘But Here We Are’ – Hear first single ‘Rescued’

April 19, 2023 XS Noize

Following a year of staggering losses, personal introspection and bittersweet remembrances, Foo Fighters return with But Here We Are, out June 2 on Roswell Records/RCA Records. A brutally honest and emotionally raw response to everything […]

Nas - Illmatic
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Nas – Illmatic

April 19, 2023 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and most recent purchases here for your perusal every week. The debut album from NYC’s finest was released on […]

The Japanese House
News

THE JAPANESE HOUSE announces second album ‘In the End It Always Does’

April 19, 2023 XS Noize

The Japanese House has announced details of her second studio album In the End It Always Does, out 30th June via Dirty Hit. Featuring recent single ‘Boyhood’, much of the album lives in the contradictory: […]

Mac DeMarco
Gigs

MAC DEMARCO announces concerts in New York, Los Angeles, London and Paris

April 19, 2023 XS Noize

Mac DeMarco kicked off the year by releasing Five Easy Hot Dogs via his own Mac’s Record Label. Today, DeMarco announces concerts in support of the release in New York, Los Angeles, London and Paris, […]

miles kane
News

MILES KANE returns with new album ‘One Man Band’ & reveals video for ‘Troubled Son’

April 19, 2023 XS Noize

Miles Kane returns with a blistering new album One Man Band, out August 4th on Modern Sky Records. The album’s first offering is the exuberant indie banger ‘Troubled Son’. Opening the record, ‘Troubled Son’ is […]

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